A short while later.
Xiao Ying naturally took the seat of honor, while the others respectfully lined up on either side. Apart from the "carefree" Sun Shangxiang, who sat down without a second thought, even Sun Jian, King of Wu, and Azure Wind, the Heavenly Shaman, remained standing.
In truth, anyone who considered it carefully could easily have guessed...
With Xiao Ying's supreme status and cultivation, even without any deliberate effort, the natural emanation of his imposing presence, combined with the pressure in everyone's minds, meant few dared sit before him, let alone sit as his equal!
That Sun Shangxiang could ignore his majesty and act as she pleased before someone of such exalted status and formidable cultivation showed that she possessed something unique. At the very least, she could disregard his oppressive aura, which was itself an exceptionally powerful and unusual talent.
But Sun Shangxiang's innocent, spirited nature and extraordinary warmth easily led people to assume out of habit that this came from her personality and charm. In reality, it was the influence of her previous life: Xiao Ying's cultivation and status simply were not enough to suppress her!
"Xiangxiang!"
Once Xiao Ying had taken his seat and everyone had assumed their places, Sun Jian and the others initially thought nothing of Sun Shangxiang seating herself. But when Sun Ce saw that even the eight Immortal Guards remained standing, his heart jolted, and he called to her while secretly signaling with his eyes.
"What?"
Sun Shangxiang stared wide-eyed at Sun Ce and openly asked in confusion.
"..." Sun Ce opened his mouth but could find no words. Somewhat helpless and nervous, he stole a glance at Xiao Ying, then blinked repeatedly!
"It's fine! Too much restraint would spoil things and make us seem unlike family. This is quite all