Sixth Heavenly Vault.
Heavenly Mandate Daoist Academy.
An Ning had returned and found Old Lu, informing him that the Kaoshan Sect was willing to attend the appointment.
"Excellent." Old Lu smiled and nodded repeatedly. "You've worked hard."
"Not at all." An Ning shook her head. After returning home, her state of mind had become even more complicated.
That complexity stemmed from being unable to choose.
To her, the Heavenly Mandate Daoist Academy and the Kaoshan Sect were like flesh in her palms and on the backs of her hands. No matter whom she helped in the end, she would not be able to get past the hurdle in her heart.
"How did it feel going home this time? With their personalities, they must have given you a grand welcome, right?" Old Lu asked.
"Mm, they made quite a commotion and held a magnificent welcome banquet for me." The corners of An Ning's lips rose unconsciously. Whenever she recalled the scene of returning home, warmth filled her heart.
"From now on, you have two homes. When it comes to happiness, I'm afraid no one can compare to you, haha." Old Lu smiled warmly, happy for An Ning.
"Old Lu..." An Ning's expression suddenly dimmed, her heart tangled with conflicting emotions.
"Don't overthink it." Old Lu gently patted An Ning's shoulder. "When you cannot decide which faction to choose, your Senior Brother and I will both support you."
With that, Old Lu left.
An Ning turned and watched his departing figure. Though moved, her heart grew even more complicated.
The Heavenly Mandate Daoist Academy was her first home. How could she possibly give it up so easily?
Besides, Dao Wushuang had always treated her so well.
Old Lu found Dao Wushuang sitting by the cliff edge, staring blankly into space, and told