The stars first emerge: Rongrong is born, Dai and Zhu are betrothed, and Tang San settles in Holy Soul Village

Time moved on to September 28.

The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect suddenly sent gold-embossed invitations to every major power on the continent-Sect Master Ning Fengzhi had welcomed a daughter, named Ning Rongrong, and invited everyone to Seven Treasure City on October 10 for a celebratory banquet.

As one of the Upper Three Sects, renowned for its support abilities, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's banquet naturally drew considerable attention.

The Heaven Dou Empire sent its eldest prince, Xue Qinghe, to represent the imperial family, while the Star Luo Empire sent Dai Weisi, the Dai Family's eldest son. Even Spirit Hall made a point of sending Guang Ling as its envoy.

Before leaving, Guang Ling had specially carved a tiny crystal longevity pendant-engraved on it were the words "Peace through every passing year." It was clear as ice and shimmered with a faint blue glow.

He stroked the crystal pendant, a rare softness touching the corners of his mouth.

"Consider it a first-meeting gift for the little girl."

On the day of the banquet, Seven Treasure City was adorned with lanterns and festive decorations, and celebration filled the air.

Holding the swaddled Ning Rongrong, Ning Fengzhi stood at the entrance to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's main hall to welcome his guests, his face brimming with the joy of a new father.

He carefully lifted a corner of the swaddling cloth, revealing his daughter's rosy little face, and introduced her to everyone.

"This is my daughter, Ning Rongrong. I hope you will all look after her in the years to come."

Everyone offered their congratulations, though their eyes held a measure of scrutiny-they all knew the flaw in the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's martial soul: its bearers could only cultivate to rank seventy-nine. They wondered whether Ning Fengzhi