A short while ter, Lin Yan'er introduced Xu Xiao in detail to the three people.
Lin Dadong and Jin Hao's expressions changed drastically upon hearing this.
An esteemed Inner Sect Elder of the Misty Sect?
And the Senior Brother of the Misty Sect's Sect Leader?!
And a disciple of the Supreme Grand Elder of the Misty Sect?!!
Lin Dadong and Jin Hao were utterly shocked.
This white-haired elder, who appeared ethereal and immortal-like, held such a high status in the Misty Sect?!
How did Lin Yan'er, an ordinary Outer Sect disciple, come to know this Inner Sect Elder??
Lin Dadong and his wife were both shocked and overjoyed.
However, Jin Hao, the Lord of Goldstone City, was both shocked and terrified!
Li Jiuye of the Profound Demon Sect had expressed interest in Lin Yan'er, and it was he who had proposed the match.
Now, this esteemed elder from the Misty Sect had come to cim her and had even killed Elder Ying and his group.
How could he possibly expin this to Young Master Li Jiuye in two days?!
Standing in the courtyard, Xu Xiao gnced at Lin Yan'er beside him and said with a kind smile, "Brother Lin, your Yan'er and I are fated to meet. I find her clever and obedient, and I wish to nurture her."
"This time, I intend to take her back to the Misty Sect for training. As for the marriage with the Profound Demon Sect, let's call it off."
Lin Dadong and his wife were thrilled.
With such a prestigious elder from the Misty Sect taking an interest in Yan'er, her future in the sect would be limitless!
"Yes!"
Lin Dadong said excitedly, "We will do as Elder Xu says! Elder, we entrust Yan'er to your care!"
But Jin Hao wore a bitter expression, anxiously pleading beside Xu Xiao, "Elder Xu! The Profound Demon Sect has issued an ultimatum about this marriage; they insist on marrying the Lin family's young dy!"
"Brother Lin! You agreed to this initially, and going back on your word, the Profound Demon Sect won't stand for it!"
Lin Dadong frowned slightly at Jin Hao.
He had indeed agreed, but that was out of fear of the Profound Demon Sect's tyranny.
He didn't want his daughter to marry a scoundrel like Li Jiuye!
He had already investigated; the Young Master of the Profound Demon Sect, Li Jiuye, had no fewer than ten concubines.
He was a notorious lecher and scoundrel.
If Yan'er went to the Profound Demon Sect, the consequences would be unimaginable!
Xu Xiao looked at Jin Hao, his old eyes carrying a hint of sternness, and said, "Lord Jin, arranging a marriage for a disciple of my Misty Sect without permission, I'm already being magnanimous by not holding you accountable."
"Go, inform the Profound Demon Sect of the annulment, and say that Lin Yan'er is returning to the Misty Sect for training."
Jin Hao's face turned pale once more.
With only a Nascent Soul first-level cultivation, and with Elder Ying and his group having met their demise in Goldstone City, going to the Profound Demon Sect to annul the marriage was akin to a death sentence!
"Elder Xu!"
Jin Hao fell to his knees before Xu Xiao, his face full of pleading.
"Elder, you killed Elder Ying and his men; how can I possibly go to the Profound Demon Sect! It's like walking into a trap!"
"Elder, I didn't want to be the matchmaker! But Lin family's young dy is beautiful, and Li Jiuye took a liking to her at first sight, constantly coercing and enticing me!"
"Please, Elder, stand up for Goldstone City! Go to the Profound Demon Sect to annul the marriage in the name of the Misty Sect!"
The opponent could kill Elder Ying, so his cultivation must be profound.
Being an esteemed Inner Sect Elder of the Misty Sect, compared to the Profound Demon Sect, he dared not offend Elder Xu!
Xu Xiao looked at the greasy fat man, his old eyes showing slight disdain.
How could someone like this become the Lord of Goldstone City?
Indeed, there are unspoken rules everywhere.
Lin Dadong and his wife also frowned.
If the annulment didn't go smoothly, and those from the Profound Demon Sect came to see Elder Ying killed, Goldstone City would be in trouble...
As Xu Xiao pondered, the system's voice suddenly appeared.
[Detected Destiny's Rival: Li Jiuye]
[Identity: Young Master of the Profound Demon Sect]
[Task Issued: Eliminate Destiny's Rival Li Jiuye.]
[Task Reward: Guaranteed Thousandfold Critical Hit on Next Gift.]
"A task?"
Xu Xiao's old eyes twinkled with light.
This Ten-Thousandfold Return System even had a task to eliminate Destiny's Rival!
This was practically a system-given benefit!
Li Jiuye of the Profound Demon Sect?
Very well, I'll take care of him before I leave.
Clearing his throat, Xu Xiao spoke with authority, "Since Lord Jin has said so, I'll help you to the end and take care of this Li Jiuye matter for you."
"Tell me, what's the current situation with the Profound Demon Sect?"
Jin Hao, Lin Dadong, and the others breathed a sigh of relief.
As expected of a prestigious sect, a leader of the righteous path!
The Misty Sect indeed had depth and responsibility!
Lin Yan'er was even more overwhelmed with gratitude.
Elder Xu, he's so wonderful... he's been so good to her!
She could never repay Elder Xu's kindness in her lifetime!
Jin Hao quickly said, "Elder Xu, here's the situation!"
"In two days, the Young Master of the Profound Demon Sect, Li Jiuye, will come with the Wedding Escort Squad to fetch the bride."
"At that time, Elder Xu can annul the marriage in the name of the Misty Sect!"
"With Elder Xu's standing in the Misty Sect, Li Jiuye will surely have reservations and won't dare to defy!"
"This way, Goldstone City will be safe, and the Lin family's young dy can smoothly return to the Misty Sect for training!"
Jin Hao's heart was filled with excitement.
With an Inner Sect Elder of the Misty Sect speaking for Goldstone City, the Profound Demon Sect wouldn't dare to defy!
Xu Xiao nodded slightly.
Then, he said slowly, "Then for the next two days..."
Jin Hao quickly interjected, "For the next two days, please stay at my City Lord's Mansion, Elder Xu! We will host you with the highest honor and ceremony!"
"Very well, let's wait for Li Jiuye to come."
......
Two days passed quickly.
During this time, Jin Hao spared no effort in hosting at the City Lord's Mansion, with exquisite food and wine in abundance.
The Misty Sect, transcendent and aloof, now with Xu Xiao's status, even the Emperor of the Eastern Lai Kingdom would have to pay respects!
In the morning, two miles outside Goldstone City.
A rge group flew in on swords.
After nding, they summoned intricately decorated puppet carriages from their storage pouches.
The carriages were draped in red with dragon and phoenix motifs, surrounded by disciples of the Profound Demon Sect in red attire.
In the foremost carriage sat a young man with an effeminate demeanor, wearing a bright red cloak.
The young man wore a red flower on his chest, dressed as a groom.
His eyes were filled with both desire and lechery.
Thinking of Lin Yan'er's pure and charming face, he couldn't wait to drag her to bed tonight.
He was the Young Master of the Profound Demon Sect, Li Jiuye!
Clearing his throat, Li Jiuye ughed heartily, "Three Yin Elders!"
"Young Master!" the three leading elders shouted loudly.
"Five-Fg Vanguard!"
"Here, Young Master!" the five bck-cd vanguards responded with ughter.
"Frontline disciples!"
"Here, Young Master!"
Dozens of elite disciples around bowed with cupped hands.
Li Jiuye's eyes gleamed, and he ughed, "Today, as I marry, I want you all to be on your toes!"
"Whether Lin Yan'er agrees or not, we will take her back to the sect today and hold the ceremony on the spot!"
"Yes, Young Master!"
Everyone shouted enthusiastically, their eyes full of excitement.
With the Young Master marrying, they would receive a substantial reward in resources.
Lin Yan'er of Goldstone City, even if she screamed herself hoarse today, would have to obediently return to the sect with the Young Master and consummate the marriage!
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