Jade Dynasty: I am the master of the Burning Sword, my swordsmanship is unparalleled.

Chapter 99 Hongmen Banquet

Zhang Xiaofan followed behind the men, winding through the city. After a while, they even left the city and headed towards a relatively secluded place.

After entering a peach grove and walking for about half an incense stick's time, Zhang Xiaofan saw a huge manor not far away.

The manor not only occupies a large area, but its decoration is also quite thoughtful. Although it doesn't look particularly luxurious, it's not rough either, and the layout of many places is subtly ingenious.

Of course, none of these are the most important things. What is most surprising is that the manor in front of us is decorated with festive red flowers and red cloth everywhere.

"The sect leader has put in a lot of effort for Miss's marriage."

Just then, the manor gate was pushed open, and Qinglong, dressed in a well-tailored blue robe, walked out of the manor and said with a light laugh to Zhang Xiaofan and the others.

"Uncle Qinglong!"

Upon seeing Qinglong come to greet her, Biyao's face lit up with joy, and she called out softly. However, Zhang Xiaofan's expression remained slightly cold, and Youji's eyebrows furrowed slightly.

After giving Biyao a polite bow, Qinglong ignored Youji beside him and instead led the way with a smile.

"Young master, young lady, the sect leader is inside. Please follow me."

Zhang Xiaofan turned to look at Qinglong, only to see that the other party always had a smile on his face. After nodding slightly, he stepped into the manor.

The others seemed to have some kind of tacit understanding; apart from Biyao and Zhang Xiaofan walking side by side, everyone else followed behind.

At this moment, Lu Xueqi's expression grew even colder. Ever since she entered the peach grove, she had felt a sense of unease. You Ji, who was walking beside Lu Xueqi, also looked rather unwell beneath her veil.

Lu Wuyai and Lu Zhihua, who were at the back, turned their heads to look at the Ghost King Sect members who surrounded them. After their gazes lingered on them for a moment, they also went inside.

Qinglong followed along, guiding Zhang Xiaofan and occasionally offering a brief introduction.

"Young master, this place is rather simple and not yet fully prepared. However, due to the short time, we can only trouble you and young lady. The sect leader has said that once the Holy Sect is stable in the future, he will personally hold a grander wedding for you and young lady!"

"Did my father really say that?"

Upon hearing this, Biyao was overjoyed and looked around with anticipation in her eyes.

Looking at Biyao's joyful expression, Youji behind her sighed inwardly, wondering whether Biyao was naive or too trusting of Wanrenwang.

What appears to be a wedding preparation for them is actually a trap set by a treacherous party, as Youji senses something sinister in the air.

Soon, led by Qinglong, Zhang Xiaofan and the others arrived at a courtyard. There, Wanrenwang stood with his back to them in front of a blooming crabapple tree, seemingly admiring the flower, but he didn't even notice them approaching.

"father!"

After seeing Wan Renwang, Bi Yao didn't think too much about it and just called out happily.

She skipped over excitedly and looked up at the tall crabapple tree in front of her. The crabapple blossoms were in full bloom, and the pink and white flowers looked like shy maidens, standing gracefully on the branches.

"Yao'er, come and sit down."

When Wanren turned around and saw Biyao, he couldn't help but smile, waved gently, and walked towards the stone table next to him.

As soon as Wan Renwang and Bi Yao sat down, someone brought over tea sets.

"Xiao Fan, come here!"

Biyao turned and called out to Zhang Xiaofan. After glancing at Wanrenwang, Zhang Xiaofan walked to the stone table and sat down by himself.

Lu Xueqi turned to look at Qinglong standing beside her, and gently tightened her grip on the Tianya Sword. Qinglong merely smiled slightly at her, but this made Youji's heart sink. Wanrenwang, who had just poured two cups of tea, watched as Biyao directly handed them over. His eyes narrowed slightly, but the next moment, as if sensing Zhang Xiaofan's gaze, he looked up at him and smiled again.

After pouring himself a cup of tea, Wanrenwang gently played with the teacup in his hand, smiled at Biyao, and then spoke to Zhang Xiaofan.

"My dear son-in-law, we will be setting sail soon. There aren't many good places at sea, so why don't we hold your wedding here tonight? What do you say?"

"Really?"

Upon hearing this, Biyao was overjoyed and couldn't help but speak up before Zhang Xiaofan could even open his mouth.

As she spoke, Biyao suddenly thought of something, turned her head, stared at Zhang Xiaofan with a nervous expression and a hint of expectation in her eyes, and asked in a low voice.

"Xiao Fan, what do you say?"

Zhang Xiaofan did not respond to the words, staring directly at Wan Renwang in front of him. However, his silence caused Biyao's face to gradually turn pale.

Her eyes, like rain-kissed begonias, stared pitifully at Zhang Xiaofan. She bit her lip, trying to keep quiet, but her teeth chattered uncontrollably.

"Can you tell me when it was?"

Zhang Xiaofan suddenly spoke, which surprised Biyao, who was standing to the side. What puzzled Biyao even more was Wanrenwang's answer.

Wan Renwang sighed softly, looked up and stared straight at Zhang Xiaofan in front of him, and said something that seemed to be both a sigh and a regret.

"Unfortunately, you are not a member of my Holy Church."

"Father, Xiaofan, what are you talking about?"

Biyao looked at the two strange people, her beautiful eyes, which were originally filled with tears, were now completely filled with confusion.

Looking at Zhang Xiaofan and Wanrenwang, who suddenly seemed unfamiliar to her, Biyao felt a bad premonition rising in her heart. She felt that she could only choose one of the two.

Zhang Xiaofan turned to look at her, pondered for a moment, and then suddenly spoke.

"Go to your Aunt You's place."

Wanrenwang was stunned for a moment upon hearing this, and then turned to look at Biyao. Although he did not speak, his eyes were fixed on Biyao's every move.

Biyao was even more confused, not understanding what the two were talking about. She just sat there staring blankly at Zhang Xiaofan, but Zhang Xiaofan didn't look at her. He just stared at Wanrenwang in front of him.

For a moment, the three people stared at the person in their eyes, and none of them spoke.

Reflected in her eyes Zhang Xiaofan's cold profile, Biyao bit her lip hard, took a deep breath, and asked in a trembling voice.

"Xiao Fan, you promised you would marry me, right?"

Zhang Xiaofan was startled by the sound and slowly turned his head under Biyao's uneasy gaze. Wanrenwang, who was standing to the side, also turned his gaze to Zhang Xiaofan.

Under the watchful eyes of Biyao and Wanrenwang, Zhang Xiaofan calmly spoke.

"Listen to me, go to your Aunt You's place."

Upon hearing this, Biyao burst into tears!

(End of this chapter)