In just a moment, Xiao Tian understood Lin Bingxuan's thoughts and couldn't help but feel a warmth in his heart.

Lin Bingxuan, talking in circles like this, was clearly trying to tell him that under the circumstances of limited strength, it was better not to be enemies with the Huang Family. However, she feared hurting his pride by saying so outright, so she expressed it in this more tactful way.

Xiao Tian chuckled softly, kissed Lin Bingxuan's somewhat anxious face, and said gently, "Don't worry, I understand what you mean, but as for this matter with Huang Feizhong, it can't just end like this!"

Seeing the hint of worry on Lin Bingxuan's brow, her lips slightly parted as if to speak, but Xiao Tian continued: "Don't forget the portion of the Five Elements crystal energy Ghost Face gave me before we came. Although it only has a 30-minute usage time, it's more than enough to deal with someone like Huang Feizhong!"

Understanding Xiao Tian's character, Lin Bingxuan knew he was only acting this way because he cared too much for her, but she couldn't help feeling a bit worried. Ultimately, she chose not to say anything further.

——

In a delicately decorated vintage room, a sprightly little girl looked at the unconscious woman lying on the bed and nervously asked the beautiful woman beside her, "Master, will Sister Dantong be okay?"

On Xu Ming's makeup-free pretty face, she heard the timid question from her most treasured disciple, the most precious pupil of the sect's seniors, and responded with a slightly awkward smile, "Don't worry, she should wake up soon!"

As soon as she spoke, Ji Dantong on the bed opened her eyes, sporting a panda eye, and asked strangely, "Master, Xuanxuan, why are you looking at me like that?"

Hearing Ji Dantong's seemingly amnesiac words, Bai Xiaoxuan almost burst into tears, pouting and saying, "I'm sorry, Sister Dantong. I really didn't mean it!"

Transforming into a half national treasure, Ji Dantong was stunned, then immediately realized why Bai Xiaoxuan spoke like this and apologized, coughing awkwardly and comforting her, "Xuanxuan, don't cry. Sister is fine!"

"Ah!" Xu Ming looked at these two disciples and sighed helplessly, suggesting, "Xiaoxuan, next time, let your Senior Sister Miaohan spar with you?"

As soon as she said this, before Bai Xiaoxuan and Ji Dantong could protest, a delighted voice came from the doorway.

"Sure! I love Little Junior Sister Xuanxuan the most!"

After the words settled, Sun Miaohan's graceful figure entered. She greeted Xu Ming briefly and then squatted in front of Bai Xiaoxuan: "Xuanxuan, let big sister practice with you, okay?!"

Ji Dantong immediately said, "Aren't you supposed to be preparing for your trip to Kunlun Mountain? Better mind your own business."

"No worries!" Sun Miaohan didn't even glance at Ji Dantong, looking only at Bai Xiaoxuan, saying: "There are still several months before going to Kunlun Mountain, and besides, what's a little delay in my own affairs for Xuanxuan."

Ji Dantong was about to retort when Xu Ming already spoke first, "Then it's settled. Before Miaohan leaves for Kunlun, she'll be Xiaoxuan's opponent!"

Then she waved her hand again and said, "Miaohan, take Xiaoxuan to get familiar with the environment first. I have something to discuss with Dantong alone."

Sun Miaohan agreed, then took Bai Xiaoxuan and left.

After they left, Xu Ming looked at Ji Dantong and said, "This time, my fellow Masters and I all agree that you have made significant contributions to the sect by dealing with the matter of Xiaoxuan, so we've decided not to pursue your previous unauthorized departure and instead give you a reward!"

Ji Dantong seemed somewhat distracted and casually thanked Xu Ming, "Thank you, Master!"

"I know you think I'm biased towards Miaohan, but... never mind." Xu Ming, a bit helpless, dropped the usual rhetoric and said directly, "Later, take that design to Master Deng. She will craft it personally for you."

Ji Dantong was immediately surprised, "Master, I..."

"No need to explain!"

Xu Ming looked directly into Ji Dantong's eyes, as if seeing through her entirely: "I won't ask about the origin of that design, but remember the sect rules in your heart and adhere to them strictly. You know the consequences of violating them."

Upon hearing about the consequences of breaking the sect rules, Ji Dantong couldn't help but shiver, cold sweat immediately trickling down her forehead, as she quickly said, "Disciple will remember!"

After Xu Ming left, Ji Dantong took out the wrinkled design from under her pillow, feeling as if she was back in the deep regions of Kunlun...

The first time he held her hand, the first time he protected her behind him, scenes flashed by like a slideshow.

She could only force herself not to think of that due to Xu Ming's words, hesitating whether or not to forge the design as she looked down at it...

——

At this moment, Huang Feizhong was on the verge of losing it. Ever since receiving a phone call from his father informing him that the coming Huang Family representative was ill-intentioned, he began to thoroughly study the people coming this time.

To welcome Huang Feihu's thirteenth son, Huang Xiadi, Huang Feizhong had spared no effort and hired numerous intelligence experts to gather information.

When multiple reports lay in front of Huang Feizhong, the eldest son of the Huang Family found many discrepancies in the matters described when viewed comprehensively.

For instance, some said this Huang Family thirteenth son was a gambling addict, while others claimed he was the boss behind the casinos, using gambling as a guise to "lead the donkey," attracting more like-minded people to visit.

Another example stated he was brutish, crippling anyone he disliked over the slightest disagreement, while others said it was merely Huang Feihu's tactic to warn unruly families via his son's actions.

In short, regarding this Huang Xiadi, the evaluations among the many reports were wildly divergent, each having valid reasons, making it unclear who was correct.

However, among all these varied reports, one detail stood out consistently: Huang Xiadi had a great fondness for beauty, willing to spend lavishly on women despite Huang Feihu's eventual fury!

Naturally, knowing in advance that Huang Xiadi's visit this time bore ill intentions, yet with the Huang Family being incomparable to the Huang Family,

using so-called forceful methods would be a complete suicide mission!

Therefore, Huang Feizhong decided to appeal to Huang Xiadi's preferences, intending to focus on utilizing female charms, viewing women merely as tools, as beautiful as vases.

Yet, after extensive selection, Huang Feizhong shockingly found he had no one truly impressive at hand

The crazed eldest of the Huang Family even considered his wife but found her lacking.

Indeed, according to the standards of ordinary folk, those chosen by Huang Feizhong were nothing short of contemporary goddesses, but in the eyes of someone like Huang Xiadi, they seemed rather mediocre.

Just then, an enchanting beauty appeared, making all those goddess-like figures pale in comparison...