When the Female Emperor Was the Strictest Master in Shrouding the Heavens

"That child has endured a long journey and has only just arrived. Let him settle in first; there will be plenty of time for him to meet everyone. As for the marriage..."

At this point, he glanced at his daughter, Chi Yao, whose expression remained calm and unruffled, then slowly said,

"That will ultimately depend on the children's own fate."

Qin Suyao rose at the right moment and offered everyone an apologetic smile.

"You have all come from afar. Why not rest in the guest courtyard first? I have already ordered a feast prepared, and this evening, we will welcome you properly.

"Qi Wen, Qi Wu, don't just stand there. Take our honored guests to rest first..."

She carried herself with dignified grace, her gentle tone nonetheless carrying a trace of authority.

"Yes, Master's Wife."

Song Qiwen and Song Qiwu bowed slightly. After stepping forward to offer their respects, they gestured for the guests to proceed.

Seeing this, though reluctant, everyone knew there would be no progress today and could only rise to take their leave.

Meng Lü, the Holy Son of the Big Dipper Divine Church, gave Chi Yao a long, deep look. He seemed to want to say something, but ultimately followed the Song brothers to the guest courtyard.

Once the guests had all departed, only the Chi Family's core members remained in the hall.

"Father, what exactly is the connection between our Chi Family and the Xiang Family of the Southern Region? Why have I never heard you mention it before?"

With the outsiders gone, Chi Xuan was the first to lose patience with her curiosity. She stepped forward and tugged at Chi Tianfeng's sleeve.

"Isn't there already an older brother from the Xiang Family recuperating in our clan? Why has another one come now?

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