(Another reminder: Fellow Daoists who won prizes, remember to claim them.)
Faced with her family ancestor's question, Song Linyu hesitated only slightly before immediately raising her head, her resolve firming.
"Reporting to Ancestor, Linyu understands what you mean.
Big Brother Bai and I are devoted to each other. We decided long ago that we would never part in this life. Even if our Dao paths can go no further in the future, I am willing to grow old with him, our hair turning white together."
"Hehe! I never expected you to truly disregard your own Dao path for your beloved. That unyielding temperament of yours, willing to break but never bend, really is unlike Yuanfang's.
I remember when your grandfather brought you up the mountain, I was the one who gave you your name.
Dripping water wears through stone—perseverance is everything! You and Jing Yun have remained so steadfast in your feelings after all these years. It seems we have no choice but to fulfill your wishes today."
Seeing that Song Linyu remained utterly resolute despite the warning and choice Song Qingming had given her, Song Qingyu, seated nearby, immediately broke into a smile and could not help offering her a few words of praise.
At this, Song Qingming's expression also shifted slightly. The sternness on his face eased somewhat, and he lightly nodded at Song Linyu before him.
"Since you and Jing Yun both have such determination, we elders naturally will not obstruct you too much. Rest assured of that.
As for Yuanfang, I will personally explain this matter to him later.
In the end, he was only thinking of your Dao path. I hope you can understand him and no longer hold a grudge against him in the future."
"Thank you, Ancestor, for granting your approval. Thank you,