Is That Person's Name Yours to Address So Casually?

Upon hearing Wei Yan's voice, Xiao Xueyin hurriedly withdrew her gaze from Nan Xunran, her expression filled with alarm, and her hands unconsciously clenched slightly.

She quickly replied, "Okay."

Immediately afterwards, she turned and left in a hurry, her steps slightly hurried.

The hem of her skirt fluttered softly, giving the impression of someone rushing out of a panic.

Wei Yan glanced in the direction Xiao Xueyin had left, and then the door behind him quietly closed with a soft creak.

Moment

The palace doors slowly opened, and a tall, slender figure stepped out from inside.

Nan Xunran's silver hair was as white as snow, and a moon-white hairband perfectly tied half of her cascading silver hair on top of her head.

A dark cloak fluttered slightly behind him, complementing his silver hair and adding to his aloof and elegant appearance.

Wei Yan, with her graceful figure, stayed close to Nan Xunran's side.

Outside the hall, the disciples of the Xiao Family stood straight, their faces solemn and dignified.

The moment Nan Xunran and his companion appeared, all the disciples' eyes were instantly focused on them.

Then, everyone clasped their hands in unison and bowed, their voices booming like bells. "Your Excellencies!"

Wei Yan nodded in acknowledgment and said, "No need for such formalities."

Everyone immediately stood up straight, their movements perfectly synchronized.

The leading Xiao Family of the Xiao family stepped forward, bowed respectfully, and said, "My lords, please follow me."

After saying that, he turned around and led the way with steady steps.

Xiao Family Main Hall

Soft light filtered through the carved window lattice, casting a veil-like glow, creating a somewhat somber atmosphere.

One person casually crossed his legs, his gaze wandering aimlessly, muttering discontentedly, "It's rumored that the Xiao Family in this Heavenly Gate Realm is a top-tier existence."

But this place looks far too dilapidated.

Every word was filled with criticism and disgust.

The Lineage patriarch's expression tightened, and he hurriedly replied respectfully, "Young Master comes from the Upper Realm; our Xiao Family naturally cannot compare."

At this moment, Xiao Xueyin gracefully entered the hall carrying a tea tray and poured tea for everyone in turn.

The fragrant aroma of tea rose and filled the surroundings.

Someone's gaze inadvertently fell on Xiao Xueyin, their eyes lighting up instantly, and they said flippantly, "This maid is quite adorable."

Xiao Xueyin's movements suddenly froze, a flash of anger crossing her eyes. She straightened her back and said, "I am not a maid."

The man raised an eyebrow and said nonchalantly, "Then why should I ask you to pour tea?"

Then, as if suddenly enlightened, he exclaimed in an exaggerated manner, "Oh, could it be that you've come here specifically to curry favor with us?"

Xiao Xueyin's face instantly turned pale and then ashen. Her knuckles turned white, and she gripped the hem of her clothes so tightly that she almost tore it to shreds.

"Haha, not bad!"

The man laughed wildly, then slapped his thigh, "Come on, serve the master obediently."

"If you serve me well, I'll take you to the Upper Realm and let you live a life of luxury."

Xiao Xueyin stepped back, her eyes filled with disgust.

Upon seeing this, the man's face darkened abruptly, and he shouted angrily, "You ungrateful wretch!"

On the other side, a few people stood not far away, taking in the whole farce unfolding inside the hall.

One of them tilted his head slightly, a hint of curiosity in his eyes, "Who do you think these two gentlemen they're talking about are, their prodigies?"

The person next to him shook his head. "I've never heard of any prodigies Lower Realm the mortal realm recently."

After a moment of silence, the group paused, exchanged glances, and said in unison, "That one from the Nan Clan!"

"... No way, is it really that much of a coincidence?"

Then, they both turned to look at Su Zhuyi, who was standing to the side. "Miss Su, do you know who it is?"

Among this group of people, Su Zhuyi was one of the few who had some interaction with the Nan Clan.

Su Zhuyi lowered her eyes slightly, as if pondering something, and after a moment said calmly, "I don't know."

Beside her was a masked person, with only their eyes visible.

The man took a small step forward, his tone slightly tentative, "... Miss Su, are you and Nan Xunran very familiar with each other?"

Upon hearing his form of address, Su Zhuyi frowned slightly. "Acceptable."

The others glared angrily at the masked man.

One of them had a sharp look in his eyes. "Wei Xuan, don't act recklessly just because you know some things that others don't."

"How dare you address that person by their name so casually?"

Wei Xuan stiffened, quickly lowered his head, and dared not meet the eyes of the crowd again. "... Understood."

He pondered silently to himself, why was this happening?

In her past life Su Zhuyi had absolutely no connection with Nan Xunran!

He had originally planned to use this to get Su Zhuyi to help him obtain that priceless treasure.

But given the current situation, how can we possibly seize it?

Furthermore, why did Nan Xunran appear at this moment? Where exactly did things go wrong?

At that moment, a crisp slap rang out.

Everyone was drawn by the sudden sound and turned to look.

Xiao Xueyin's hand was suspended in mid-air, trembling slightly.