11: Interesting, the son of destiny is actually someone else!

In the grand hall of the Immortal Ye Family, Xuan Tianchen and Ye Nantian sat side by side at the very top, with All the Elders of the Immortal Ye Family below them.

Although Xuan Tianchen's realm was insufficient, his innate noble temperament was in no way inferior to Ye Nantian, a Quasi-Emperor Expert.

When Xuan Tianchen secretly activated the Grand Cycle Observation Technique and sensed the surging power of luck throughout the Immortal Ye Family's territory,

a faint, almost imperceptible, sinister smile curved his lips. Though it vanished in an instant, it sent shivers down one's spine.

Immediately after, a cold glint flashed in his eyes, and he mused to himself, "Ye Linger, is it really you?"

..."Imperial Son, this is the Enlightenment Tea prepared by my Immortal Ye Family. I hope This Imperial Son does not find it lacking."

As Ye Nantian's thought moved, a cup of Enlightenment Tea, brimming with rich Dao rhyme, appeared before Xuan Tianchen.

The teacup was crystal clear, with wisps of immortal qi rising from it, seemingly containing endless profound mysteries.

Seeing this, Xuan Tianchen also smiled politely, "Patriarch Ye has gone to great lengths!"

However, his eyes did not reveal much anticipation.

Xuan Tianchen slowly picked up the Enlightenment Tea and only took a small sip, seemingly with a hint of disdain.

His slightly furrowed brows and momentarily paused movements all revealed his true thoughts.

This scene fell into the eyes of Ye Nantian and All the Elders, causing a hint of awkwardness to appear on everyone's faces, but they couldn't say much.

This Enlightenment Tea was indeed extremely precious; even within the Immortal Ye Family, only certain high-ranking members were qualified to taste it.

But for someone from an Imperial Clan like Xuan Tianchen, it was simply mediocre.

After all, within Imperial Clans, various rare treasures were countless. A mere Enlightenment Tea might indeed fail to impress him.

To alleviate the awkwardness, Ye Nantian quickly smiled apologetically, "This Imperial Son is well-traveled and knowledgeable. As expected, our Immortal Ye Family's Enlightenment Tea cannot catch This Imperial Son's eye."

Xuan Tianchen put down the teacup, coughed lightly, and said, "Patriarch Ye exaggerates. It's just that This Imperial Son is accustomed to the finer Bodhi Immortal Tea in the clan on a daily basis, and is simply not used to this for a moment."

At this moment, the atmosphere in the main hall was slightly heavy.

An Elder stepped forward and said, "Is This Imperial Son's visit this time to put the marriage alliance between the Xuan Clan and the Immortal Ye Family on the agenda?"

Xuan Tianchen's gaze swept over everyone, and he said in a deep voice, "The matter of marriage alliance is of great importance. It's not too late to discuss it after This Imperial Son has met Miss Ye!"

"This Imperial Son is right... is right." The Elder then smiled awkwardly and nodded slightly. ...At Ye Linger's cultivation ground, she was currently immersed in cultivation.

As immortal qi swept into her body, vast Primordial Violet Qi swirled around her like a vortex, continuously strengthening her aura.

Just then, a maid's voice suddenly came from outside the pavilion, "Miss, the Xuan Clan Imperial Son has arrived. Patriarch Ye has asked me to invite you to meet him."

This voice immediately broke the quiet cultivation atmosphere within the hall.

Upon hearing the name Xuan Tianchen, Ye Linger's eyes suddenly opened wide.

"I understand. I'll be there shortly. You may withdraw!" Ye Linger's voice was slightly weary.

"Yes, Miss."

After the maid left, a hint of melancholy appeared in Ye Linger's eyes.

As she stood up, she couldn't help but sigh to herself, "What's meant to come has finally arrived!"

As her thought moved, the pavilion doors immediately opened to both sides.

She slowly stepped out, each step feeling incredibly heavy.

She understood in her heart that once she went, her fate would be completely sealed, but she clearly had no right to choose!

She had originally thought that by awakening the Primordial Sacred Body, a supreme physique, she could soar to great heights and break free from the shackles of destiny.

But in the end, she still became a victim of the era.

Ye Linger's figure flickered, and in an instant, she arrived within the main hall.

She bowed slightly, respectfully addressing those in the hall, "Ling'er greets Father and All the Elders!"

"Ling'er, you've finally arrived!" Ye Nantian smiled slightly, "Allow me to introduce you, this is the Xuan Clan Imperial Son!"

Upon hearing this, Ye Linger immediately turned her gaze towards Xuan Tianchen, her eyes carrying a hint of stubbornness and defiance.

Xuan Tianchen, on the other hand, wore a faint smile, but there was no warmth to be felt in it.

"Miss Ye, I've heard much about you." Xuan Tianchen was the first to speak.

Ye Linger dared not be impolite, and bowed slightly, "Ye Linger greets This Imperial Son!"

"I hear Miss Ye has awakened the Primordial Sacred Body. Such talent is truly rare in this world."

Xuan Tianchen's words seemed like praise, but one couldn't detect any sincerity.

"This Imperial Son overpraises me." After saying this, Ye Linger remained silent.

She simply stood quietly at the bottom of the main hall, awaiting the pronouncement of her fate.

Xuan Tianchen's blood-red eyes shimmered with divine light, continuously scrutinizing Ye Linger.

Ye Linger could indeed be considered a true beauty.

Her skin was like jade, clean and translucent, stunningly beautiful even without makeup.

Her sparkling eyes were like the autumn night stars, deep and bright.

Every gesture, every movement, exuded captivating charm.

[Name: Ye Linger]

[Realm: True Immortal Realm Eighth Stage]

[Identity: Daughter of the Patriarch of the Immortal Ye Family, admired by the Child of Destiny of the Vast Sea Immortal Domain]

[Physique: Primordial Sacred Body]

[Cultivation Techniques: One Leaf Shades the Sky, Creation Emperor Art]

[Artifacts: Scarlet Sea Jade Sword (supreme dao artifact), Blazing Sun Immortal Whip (supreme dao artifact)]

After a thorough investigation, Xuan Tianchen's lips couldn't help but curve slightly upwards.

That arc carried a mysterious, unfathomable quality, and a hint of elusive meaning.

He then secretly chuckled to himself, "Interesting, the Child of Destiny is actually someone else!"

"The admired object of the Child of Destiny? It seems this time won't be too boring!" A thought spontaneously arose in Xuan Tianchen's mind.

He gazed at Ye Linger below and slowly smiled, "Miss Ye, are you willing to become This Imperial Son's Dao Companion?"

As soon as these words were uttered, the main hall instantly fell silent.

The air seemed to freeze at that moment, so quiet that a pin drop could be heard.

At the same time, a few traces of reluctance and unwillingness flashed in the eyes of Ye Nantian and All the Elders.

After all, Ye Linger possessed the Primordial Sacred Body, and her talent far surpassed theirs.

Such a gifted individual was undoubtedly a beacon of hope for the future development of the Immortal Ye Family.

She was the key to leading the family towards prosperity.

She played a crucial role in whether the Immortal Ye Family could advance further in the future.

However, facing the Xuan Clan, even if these few of them were Quasi-Emperor Experts, they could only hand over such a genius.

Ye Nantian's heart was filled with bitterness. He clenched his fists but could only let out a helpless sigh.

All the Elders also looked dejected. They deeply knew the insignificance of their family's power before the Xuan Clan, and that sense of powerlessness weighed on their hearts like a great mountain.

Upon hearing Xuan Tianchen's words, a hint of unwillingness and indecision immediately flashed in Ye Linger's beautiful eyes.

She gazed at Xuan Tianchen, who was seated above, remaining silent for a long time.

Seeing this, Xuan Tianchen did not get angry.

A faint, almost imperceptible smile still hung on his lips, and his eyes held a determined glint.

After a short while, Xuan Tianchen slowly said, "Miss Ye, you must think carefully. The consequences of rejecting This Imperial Son are not something your Immortal Ye Family can bear."

As soon as Xuan Tianchen uttered these words, it was like a needle deeply piercing Ye Linger's heart.

Her delicate body trembled slightly, her inner pain and helplessness intertwined, but for the sake of her family, she had no choice but to compromise.

She gritted her teeth and said softly, "Thank you for This Imperial Son's kindness. Ling'er... is willing to become This Imperial Son's Dao Companion."

Her voice, though soft, carried endless bitterness.

"Miss Ye, congratulations on making a rational decision!" Xuan Tianchen smiled indifferently.

The marriage alliance was personally arranged by Xuan Zhenshi, who came to discuss it with Ye Nantian (of course, whether there was any coercion during this period was not something Xuan Tianchen needed to care about).

If Ye Linger were to suddenly change her mind at this moment, there would be no need for Xuan Tianchen to speak.

Xuan Zhenshi and a large number of Quasi-Emperor Elders of the Xuan Clan would instantly descend upon the Vast Sea Immortal Domain, making the entire Immortal Ye Family understand why the flowers are so red.

Looking across the entire Three Thousand Great Worlds and the entire Upper Heaven Immortal Domain,

to this day, no force has been able to survive under the thunderous might of the Xuan Clan.

Not even Immortal Dao Lineages and Immortal Families!

The power of the Xuan Clan was like an insurmountable mountain, holding absolute power over life and death.

The Immortal Ye Family members' expressions were complex at this moment... especially Ye Nantian, as Ye Linger's father, his face was full of bitterness.

He looked at Ye Linger, his eyes filled with guilt and heartache.

And All the Elders were also silent, though unwilling in their hearts, they could only accept this helpless reality.

Ye Linger lowered her head slightly, forcing back the tears.

Just then, a voice suddenly echoed from outside the main hall.

"Miss Ling'er's destiny should be in her own hands, not yours, Xuan Tianchen!"

This voice was like a great bell, carrying immense determination and resolve, reverberating in layers throughout the main hall.

As soon as these words were uttered, everyone was startled.

To be so presumptuous in front of the Xuan Clan Imperial Son, were they tired of living?!

Everyone's gaze involuntarily turned towards the hall entrance, their hearts filled with astonishment and confusion.

When Xuan Tianchen sensed the other party's aura, a chilling, eerie smile appeared on his face, "Interesting, the main character has finally arrived!"

Hearing that voice, Ye Linger's originally dim eyes instantly ignited with a glimmer of hope.

At this moment, her heart couldn't help but quicken slightly, "Is it really him?"