Bai Hengwan, one of the most celebrated geniuses among the younger generation of Floating Life Immortal City, was Azure Mist Rogue Person's true disciple. Barring any unforeseen circumstances, she would very likely be his last disciple.
Moreover, True Disciple Bai was said to enjoy Azure Mist Rogue Person's particular favor. His standing was far beyond that of anyone present!
Bai Hengwan's indifferent gaze swept across the square below before settling on Lin Changheng, who was welcoming guests before the main hall. Her red lips parted, and her clear, melodious voice reached every ear like celestial music. "At Elder Kong's command, I have come to congratulate Fellow Daoist Lin on his hundredth birthday."
"Hiss..."
A stir immediately ran through the guests below.
True Disciple Bai had actually come in person to celebrate Pill Master Lin's birthday?
And at Elder Kong's "command," no less?
Clearly, anyone who gave it some thought would realize that this meant more than simply coming on Elder Kong's behalf. She most likely had reasons of her own as well.
Otherwise, if it were merely a matter of offering congratulations, Elder Kong could have sent a party of envoys. Why have an Immortal City true disciple make the trip? Even if it happened to be on her way, that would hardly be appropriate.
After all, her standing was there for all to see. Elder Kong would not lightly ask her to do something beneath her status.
Unless...
She already had some connection with Pill Master Lin, or had wanted to come herself.
As Bai Hengwan finished speaking, two cultivators dressed as maids flew down from behind her, each holding a purple sandalwood box. They landed before Lin Changheng and respectfully presented the boxes.
Lin Changheng glanced at the two without reaching out, instead looking up into the