When everyone is excited and eager to try, the person standing alone to the side with a calm expression stands out.
Out of the corner of her eye, Su Su saw Su Lianxin Su Lianxin and met her gaze head-on. A smile played on her lips as she approached Su Lianxin.
"Oh, Lianxin, you're back too?"
Su Lianxin nodded calmly without saying anything.
She knew in her heart that this woman was probably here to show off.
As expected.
Su Su strode past the other branch disciples and walked directly to Su Lianxin's side, her eyes scanning Su Lianxin up and down, clicking her tongue repeatedly.
"Sister Lianxin, you're still as Leng Qing as ever. No wonder you're such a remarkable woman who could refuse Young Master Ying." Su Su smiled insincerely, and upon closer inspection, a hint of jealousy could be seen in her eyes.
Faced with Su Su's sarcastic remarks, Su Lianxin didn't even bother to show a reaction.
Even in the past, she wouldn't have been greatly affected by such sharp and sarcastic remarks, let alone now.
She and these Su Household members—including the genius Su Su who went to the main branch—were no longer from the same world.
Whether it's Su Su or anyone else, whether they flatter or speak sarcastically, in Su Lianxin's eyes, it makes no difference and has no harmful effect whatsoever.
Looking at Su Su, who was acting strangely in front of her, Su Lianxin looked at her as if she were looking at a clown.
What could be so noteworthy about a young master from the main lineage?
The Young Master Ying that Su Su mentioned is named Su Ying, a prodigy of the main branch.
When Su Lianxin first went to the main branch, Su Ying was immediately captivated by her Su Lianxin and began to pursue Celestial Person ardently, showering her with affection.
However, Su Lianxin had absolutely no interest in it and remained unmoved.
Most of the Su Household knew about this, and Su Su was no exception.
Unlike Su Lianxin's indifference, Su Su felt a mixture of envy, jealousy, and worry.
The one who was envious was naturally the Young Master Ying who had taken a liking to Su Lianxin.
What she felt jealous of was why she wasn't the one chosen; what did she lack compared to Su Lianxin?
And worry...
It's not that I'm worried about Su Lianxin being made difficult by refusing Young Master Ying.
What she worried about was whether Su Lianxin would ever have a chance to surpass Su Lianxin if Young Master Ying's advances, successfully entered the main branch, and became the young master's wife.
I'm afraid I'll be suppressed by her forever!
After all, a prodigy who can be called the young master is not an ordinary member of the main lineage!
However, no matter how many thoughts Su Su had in her mind, or how sarcastic she was, Su Lianxin ignored her. That kind of gentle and refined temperament only made Su Su feel more and more annoyed and furious.
"Sister Lianxin is still so proud. I wonder how things are going at the Azure Yang Sword Sect? Have you made it into the inner sect yet?"
Inner door?
Su Lianxin gently shook her head.
"No."
She had already left the Azure Yang Sword Sect long ago, so why would she want to join the inner Azure Yang Sword Sect?
Upon hearing this, Su Su's smile widened, a hint of condescending pity and mockery flashing in her eyes, but she spoke lightly.
"That's a real pity. But, Sister Lianxin, don't be too anxious or discouraged. With your talent, entering the inner sect is only a matter of time."
That sounds nice, like someone trying to comfort you.
But whether it was genuine comfort or feigned sarcasm, only Su Su herself knew the truth.
Su Lianxin, of course, wouldn't be fooled by this superficial acting. She watched Su Su's performance quietly, without saying a word.
But Su Su managed to discern a hint of sadness in that expression.
So she spoke even more recklessly and became increasingly sarcastic.
"Oh right! I almost forgot, Sister Lianxin, you don't know yet, do you? Young Master Ying has already broken through to the Tribulation Realm."
As she spoke, Su Su covered her mouth and laughed.
"To have reached the Tribulation Realm at such a young age, Young Master Ying's future is truly limitless. He has already become one of the main branch's key prodigies!"
"Speaking of which, I feel sorry for you. Back then, Young Master Ying loved you to death, but you were as hard as iron and refused to agree. If you had agreed, your status and position now would probably be beyond my reach!"
Breaking through the Tribulation Realm...?
Looking at Su Su's gloating expression, Su Lianxin said calmly, "Matters of the heart cannot be forced."
"That's true."
Su Su said it lightly, but inwardly she was sneering.
Cannot be forced?
Judging from her opinion, she must be kicking herself!
Su Lianxin can only be stubborn now, humph!
but...
Fortunately, Su Lianxin was ungrateful and didn't accept Young Master Ying's advances; otherwise, her current status would be beyond my reach.
While inwardly mocking her, Su Su maintained a friendly demeanor on the surface.
She had no intention of falling out with the branch members, so she was quickly welcomed inside, surrounded by admirers.
Only Su Lianxin seemed to have been forgotten by everyone, lingering at the very back.
And this is exactly what Su Su wanted.
Unfortunately, these little tricks had no effect on Su Lianxin. She glanced indifferently at the group of figures in front of her, returned to her room, and began meditating and cultivating by herself.
As she said, she has only one goal.
That was... Su Ditian!
The following day, the head steward of the main branch declined the Su Household family's lavish banquet invitation and led everyone on a journey to the Su Clan's main branch without delay.
Lin Xuan naturally decided to go along.
The Su Clan's grand competition has few restrictions; any friends or relatives of the participants who wish to watch are welcome to attend.
Even within the main branch of the Su Household, many powerful figures from various forces were invited to watch the battle.
Therefore, there was no problem with Lin Xuan going along.
Meanwhile, Wu Liang remained hidden, secretly following them.
His concealment technique was so advanced that a mere King Realm steward from the main lineage had no chance of detecting him.
The journey was smooth, and they soon arrived at the Su Household.
On the airship, even Su Su didn't cause trouble; everyone, including her, was wary of the stern-faced deacon.
Even though Su Su has become a member of the main branch, the steward doesn't need to give her any special treatment.
After the group arrived at the Su Lineage's territory, Su Lianxin disembarked from the flying boat. Gazing at the nearby flying eaves, carved beams and painted rafters, and exquisite jade, and listening to the exclamations of the branch disciples around her, a dark glint flashed in her eyes.
When she first came to the main branch of the Su Clan, she, like them, was filled with endless fantasies about the main branch, and was so captivated by it that she couldn't take it all in.
Unlike the barrenness of the branch veins, the main vein's floor is made of the finest blue steel stone, which has a calming and soothing effect. The roadsides within the clan's territory are also covered with spiritual flowers and herbs, making it a perfect symbol of wealth, power, and profound heritage.
But now, Su Lianxin no longer felt the shock she once had; all that remained was a deep sense of irony.
So magnificent, yet rife with petty theft and thievery inside—truly a case of all that glitters on the outside, rotten on the inside!
Oh!
She became increasingly calm, taking everything in without saying anything more.
Su Su glanced at the others and gave a light, dismissive hum.
"Now that you have reached the main branch, you must be cautious in everything you do. No one from the main branch is someone you can afford to offend. This is not Ansui City."
If she really offends someone, even she can't help. No matter how glamorous she seems on the outside, only she knows that she is currently among the lowest-ranking people in the main branch.
After being shocked by the main branch of the Su Clan, the others readily agreed to Su Su's words and became cautious and timid.
Su Su is right. Let alone offending the main faction, they couldn't afford to pay for even something they'd accidentally broken...
The main branch disciples and deacons had already separated from the others when they disembarked from the flying boat.
Now, leading everyone to their temporary lodgings are the servants of the main branch.
With only a few days left until the clan's grand competition, and all the disciples having traveled a long way, they should naturally rest first.
However, they had only gone halfway when a voice reached Su Lianxin's ears.
"Su... Lianxin? Is it really you!?"