114: Chapter 114: Sending a Daughter?

White Emperor City, the City Lord's Estate.

After the time it took to drink a cup of tea, another Jade Talisman in Xiao Ran's hand lit up.

He injected spiritual power, and a phantom projected from the Jade Talisman.

Mo Yuan.

"Hall Master."

Xiao Ran stood up and bowed.

The White Emperor also stood up and slightly cupped his hands.

"Hall Master Mo, I have long looked forward to meeting you."

Mo Yuan's phantom looked at the White Emperor and smiled slightly.

"City Lord Bai is too polite. This boy Xiao Ran hasn't caused any trouble for the City Lord, has he?"

Although both were at the Peak of the Void Refinement Stage, Mo Yuan's posture was slightly higher than the White Emperor's.

Because Mo Yuan was backed by the Eternal Night Demon Sect, he had plenty of confidence.

The White Emperor shook his head upon hearing this.

"Young Master Xiao is young and promising; I like him very much."

Mo Yuan nodded.

"The City Lord wishes to cooperate with the Eternal Night Demon Sect?"

"Exactly."

"Good, I can talk with the City Lord now."

Mo Yuan was straightforward and decisive.

A flash of joy appeared in the White Emperor's eyes.

"Hall Master Mo is refreshing."

He raised his hand, signaling Xiao Ran to step aside.

Xiao Ran understood and silently retreated near the hall door.

The two big shots began their secret discussion.

Xiao Ran could not hear the specific details.

After about the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, the two seemed to have reached a consensus.

Mo Yuan looked at Xiao Ran.

"Xiao Ran."

"Your Disciple is here."

"You did well this time. City Lord Bai has already agreed to let you take Young Miss Bai with you tonight."

Xiao Ran was stunned.

"Tonight?"

"So fast?"

He instinctively looked at Bai Linger.

Bai Linger was also stunned, a flash of panic crossing her face, but she quickly regained her composure.

The White Emperor turned and looked at his daughter.

"Linger, go pack your things. Leave with Young Master Xiao tonight."

Bai Linger opened her mouth, wanting to say something.

But seeing her father's eyes, she ultimately didn't speak, only nodding slightly.

"Yes, Father."

She turned to leave, her steps pausing as she passed by Xiao Ran.

Xiao Ran saw a hint of confusion in her eyes.

But he said nothing.

After all, he was the beneficiary.

Once Bai Linger left, the White Emperor looked at Xiao Ran again.

"Young Master Xiao, I'm entrusting Linger to you."

"She has been pampered since childhood. If she does anything wrong, please be patient with her."

Xiao Ran cupped his hands.

"City Lord, rest assured. I will treat Young Miss Bai well."

The White Emperor nodded and waved his hand.

"Go. You're here for tomorrow's Auction, so prepare early. As for the cooperation..."

He looked at Mo Yuan's phantom.

"Hall Master Mo, it's a deal."

Mo Yuan nodded.

"It's a deal."

The phantom dissipated.

Xiao Ran exited the main hall.

Walking down the corridor, he frowned slightly.

Something wasn't right.

The White Emperor had agreed too readily.

Although the reason for marrying his daughter to him made sense—

Appreciating him and wanting an alliance with the Eternal Night Demon Sect.

But letting Bai Linger leave with him tonight was simply too rushed.

It was as if... he was in a hurry to send his daughter away.

Xiao Ran grew vigilant in his heart.

But on the surface, he remained calm.

Regardless, he would take Bai Linger away first.

If there were any problems, he would ask on the way.

...

In the inner quarters of the City Lord's Estate, in an exquisite small courtyard.

Bai Linger sat before the dressing table, looking at herself in the mirror.

Her fingers gently brushed over a Jade Pendant.

It was a memento left to her by her mother.

"Linger."

The White Emperor's voice sounded behind her.

Bai Linger did not turn around.

"Father, your daughter has one thing she doesn't understand."

The White Emperor walked behind her, looking at her in the mirror.

"Ask."

"Why the rush?"

The White Emperor was silent for a moment.

"Because... your father can't wait any longer."

Bai Linger turned around and looked at him.

"What do you mean?"

The White Emperor sighed.

"Your father's body is in worse shape than expected."

"In three years at most, my oil will be spent and the lamp will go out."

Bai Linger's expression changed drastically.

"Father..."

"Don't speak, listen to me."

The White Emperor waved his hand, seemingly having long become indifferent to death.

"Regarding the Su Family, your father originally intended to marry you off to them in exchange for their protection, but now..."

He paused.

"Xiao Ran is a better choice."

"The foundation of the Eternal Night Demon Sect is stronger than the Su Family's, and he himself is a celestial talent with an' limitless future."

Bai Linger bit her lip.

"But your daughter... your daughter has only met him once."

The White Emperor looked at her, a flash of heartache in his eyes.

"Linger, your father knows he is wronging you."

"But you must understand that in this world, there are too few things one can decide for oneself."

"When your father was young, he also thought he could control everything. And the result? Enemies everywhere, and my lifespan is exhausted."

"You don't understand now, but you will in the future."

He reached out and gently patted his daughter's shoulder.

"As for this person Xiao Ran, your father cannot see through him."

"You won't suffer by following him."

Bai Linger lowered her head and said nothing.

The White Emperor sighed.

"Alright, pack your things."

"Xiao Ran is still waiting for you outside."

He turned to leave.

When he reached the door, he suddenly stopped.

"Linger, remember, no matter what happens, you are a daughter of White Emperor City."

"Although your father is dying, he can still do one last thing for you before he goes."

With those words, he pushed the door open and left.

Bai Linger sat alone in the room, tears falling silently.

After a long while, she wiped away her tears, stood up, and began to pack her luggage.

...

Half an hour later.

Outside the City Lord's Estate, Xiao Ran stood with his hands behind his back.

Behind him, Bai Linger slowly walked out.

She had changed into a moon-white long dress, with light makeup on her face, and still no expression.

But Xiao Ran noticed that the rims of her eyes were slightly red.

"Young Master Xiao."

She walked up to Xiao Ran and bowed slightly.

Xiao Ran looked at her, and the desire in his heart grew even stronger.

Yes, yes, yes, this is exactly the expression.

It's simply too evocative.

"Young Miss Bai, please."

Xiao Ran stepped aside, signaling her to follow.

The two left side by side.

Behind them, the gates of the City Lord's Estate slowly closed.

Bai Linger looked back once and quickly withdrew her gaze.

Xiao Ran didn't speak.

But in his heart, he was already calculating the next steps.

Tomorrow's Auction, the seeds of the nine nether magic lotus.

After that, taking Bai Linger back to the sect.

And... what secret was hidden behind the White Emperor's abnormal behavior?

He didn't know.

But he knew that the answer would surface sooner or later.

Through the Soul link, Li Changsheng's voice came through:

"Xiao Ran, are you done over there? I heard you brought the girl out?"

The corners of Xiao Ran's mouth curled slightly.

"Mm."

"How is she? Pretty?"

"Pretty."

"Compared to Su Qinghan?"

Xiao Ran was silent for a moment.

"A different feeling."

Li Changsheng laughed.

"Scumbag."

Xiao Ran cut off the link.

...

The night breeze brushed lightly.

Two figures disappeared into the night of White Emperor City's City Lord's Estate.

Little did they know that at this moment, a figure was sitting atop a high building of the City Lord's Estate, his gaze constantly fixed on the two of them.

To be precise, it was fixed on Xiao Ran.

At this time, his expression was no longer as gentle as before.

Instead, it was filled with desire.