Immortal Guang Han's words made Cui Ling Shuang fall silent at once.
A few days ago, her father had sent her a letter, telling her to return as soon as possible to complete her marriage.
As for her marriage partner, one would be chosen from among the descendants of the Five Surnames Seven Realms.
Seeing the dejected look on Cui Ling Shuang's face, Immortal Guang Han spoke.
"I know you don't like arranged marriages, but as a member of an aristocratic clan, this is a hurdle you cannot avoid."
"When you first took me as your master, it was because you wanted to take control of your own fate."
"But human strength has its limits. I have seen your efforts."
At those words, Cui Ling Shuang's eyes began to redden.
Since becoming a disciple of the Pill Domain, she had truly worked hard at her studies, yet she still could not keep up with those heavenly geniuses.
Not to mention anyone far away—just take her cousin Chen Feng.
More than a year ago, she had still been ahead of him, but in less than two short years, he had already caught up to her.
Surpassing her was only a matter of time.
A year, half a year, three months—or perhaps he had already surpassed her.
Geniuses were often this unreasonable. Ordinary people might spend their entire lives unable even to glimpse their backs.
"Phew~"
After taking a deep breath and slowly letting it out, Cui Ling Shuang steadied her emotions and said, "I understand, Teacher. I will return in half a year."
"In the days ahead, I hope Teacher will take good care of yourself."
With that, Cui Ling Shuang turned and left.
Watching Cui Ling Shuang's retreating back, Immortal Guang Han could not help feeling somewhat wistful.
Though this