Near the long embankment, beneath the gold-lettered signboard radiating imperial majesty, Zheng Yixian, the current Haoyuan Holy Lord, led a large group of top-tier elders in greeting them. He bowed deeply. "Immortal Dynasty Inspector Lord Lin has graced us with his presence. The entire Haoyuan Sect is honored beyond measure!"
Lin Su and Ji Qianling bowed in return as well.
The Haoyuan Holy Lord might not hold an official rank, but she was the head of a great sect personally conferred by the Immortal Dynasty. How could she be an ordinary figure? Even if the prime minister came in person, he would have to show courtesy.
He was merely a minor fifth-rank inspector. Their courtesy was respect for Immortal Dynasty Law. If he truly thought himself something extraordinary because of it, he would only be making a fool of himself.
After a round of familiar pleasantries and formal courtesies, Holy Lord Zheng Yixian personally led Lin Su into Lixian Pavilion.
There were too many elders to have them all accompany the guests. Only the Great Elder and Holy Son Zheng Yuanhe remained to attend them.
Lixian Pavilion stood atop a high mountain, tranquil and serene. Two fairy-like maidservants served Haoyuan Immortal Tea, then bowed and withdrew.
Zheng Yixian smiled and raised his cup. "Lord Lin, Minister Ji, since you have come to Haoyuan Sect, you must stay for several days. Let Yuanhe accompany you throughout your visit. Whatever you require will be prepared in full!"
"Yes!" Zheng Yuanhe answered with a bow.
Lin Su smiled. "How could I trouble the Holy Son to accompany us all the way? We can simply stroll around the sect at leisure."
Zheng Yixian said, "My son is rather lacking in talent, but he is familiar with sect affairs. To be able to follow at