The rise of the Xiao Family was inevitable. Leaving a good impression now might allow them to get a piece of the pie later.
A young Fifth-Grade Alchemist would make even a Dou Huang powerhouse try to win them over.
Not to mention that Xiao Xue would certainly break through to the Sixth-Grade, Seventh-Grade, or even higher Ranks in the future.
Initially, when they heard that the Fourth Miss of the Xiao Family was unmarried, many people had thoughts of an alliance through marriage.
However, after seeing that even Liu Ling couldn't catch Xiao Xue's eye, they naturally wouldn't seek trouble for themselves.
But then, some people realized something.
Xiao Yan is the Third Young Master of the Xiao Family, and Xiao Xue is the Fourth Young Miss. What about the Eldest and Second Young Masters of the Xiao Family?
If they could hitch a ride on the Xiao Family's massive ship through marriage, what would they have to worry about in the future?
For a moment, the entire hall was surging with undercurrents.
It was estimated that after the banquet ended, countless spies would go out to inquire about the news of Xiao Ding and Xiao Li.
The banquet continued until late at night before everyone slowly dispersed.
Xiao Zhan took Xiao Yan and Xiao Xue back to the Xiao Residence from the Nalan Residence.
After the event concluded, Nalan Su walked to Nalan Yanran's side and said somewhat hesitantly, "Cough, cough, Yanran..."
Nalan Yanran glanced at her lecherous old father and said lightly, "Father, you can just say what you mean."
"Cough, cough, Father means, what do you think of that kid from the Xiao Family?"
"Are you not going to reconsider the matter of the engagement?"
"Father!" Nalan Yanran shot Nalan Su a fierce glare.
Bringing up the most sensitive topic, weren't they?!
"I know, I know. You young people figure out your own affairs. I won't interfere.", Nalan Su waved his hand, ending the topic.
Then, he seemed to suddenly remember something, "Oh right, Yanran, pay attention to Liu Ling. Don't get too close to him."
"Firstly, you are still bound by an engagement, and secondly, you don't have any feelings for that kid anyway."
"Since that's the case, it's better not to give people something to talk about."
"You are the Young Sect Leader of the Cloud Mist Sect; do not let yourself be criticized over some baseless matters."
"Mhm, I know.", Nalan Yanran slightly furrowed her willow brows and rubbed her temples. This was also a hassle.
Because of the Cloud Mist Sect, she had known Liu Ling for several years and naturally understood his temperament.
This person's possessiveness was too strong; interacting with him was even less comfortable than being with Xiao Yan.
If Liu Ling's master wasn't Pill King Gu He, even though he possessed a certain Alchemist talent, he would never be the leader of the younger generation in the Jia Ma Empire.
Moreover, now that Xiao Yan's talent had returned, judging by the talent and potential he displayed, Liu Ling might not be able to hold onto that top position in the future.
Furthermore, due to Xiao Xue's influence, Xiao Yan did not hide the fact that he could become an Alchemist.
Therefore, Nalan Yanran knew that Xiao Yan could also become an Alchemist.
If she absolutely had to choose between Xiao Yan and Liu Ling..."
Although somewhat reluctant to admit it, she leaned towards Xiao Yan, with whom she had an engagement.
Nalan Yanran looked towards the doorway and murmured, "Xiao Yan, I will wait for you at Yun Lan Mountain in two years."
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