Before long, the two arrived at a grand manor nearly a hundred miles from the Heavenly Capital Grand Hall.
The entire manor was shrouded beneath a formation's glowing barrier. Formation patterns flowed across its surface, displaying the formation's extraordinary quality.
Above it, there was clearly a formation suppressing cultivators from flying through the air.
Upon reaching the manor's vicinity, Yin Qingxue and Su Shi'er had no choice but to descend, riding the wind close to the ground.
The vermilion gates bore a plaque inscribed with the three words "Heavenly Capital Residence," adding even more grandeur.
The moment the two halted, before Yin Qingxue could send a message, the gates slowly opened amid a rumbling sound.
"Qingxue, little friend Su, since you're here, just come in!"
Ye Tianling's voice immediately rang out from within.
As his words fell, the defensive barrier enveloping the manor faded into the air.
Yin Qingxue froze for a moment, then joy appeared on her face. She hurriedly led Su Shi'er into the manor and headed straight for the main hall.
Inside the hall, Ye Tianling sat calmly in the seat of honor, the corners of his lips slightly raised in a faint smile.
He had clearly anticipated the two's arrival long ago.
"Father!"
"This junior pays his respects to you, Senior."
The moment he entered, Su Shi'er cupped his hands and bowed, respectfully greeting the other man.
No matter what ulterior motives the man had, the proper formalities still had to be observed.
"Little friend Su, there is no need to be so courteous. If not for your earlier help, I might not have escaped my predicament so quickly. And today's matter has caused you such tremendous grievance. In my heart... I truly feel deeply ashamed!"
"Here, I must offer you an apology!"
As his gaze