So what if I'm useless? I'll become a saint!

An unknown amount of time had passed quietly as Sect Leader Lei was immersed in deep thought until Uncle Zhong's familiar and respectful voice rang in his ears, bringing him back to reality.

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Uncle Zhong stood aside, his eyes filled with an indescribable complexity.

"The young master's mind has never changed from the beginning to the end. He does not want to marry Miss Yu. No matter how outstanding Miss Yu is, to the young master, she seems to be an unacceptable superfluous thing."

Upon hearing this, a trace of fatigue flashed across Sect Leader Lei’s brows. He raised his hand and rubbed his furrowed brows, as if trying to dispel the worries in his heart.

"Manager Zhong, this engagement was just a joke at first, but I never thought it would develop into what it is today."

He sighed and continued.

"But you also know that the Yu family no longer has an elder to take charge of the overall situation. Yu Lingxi's brother, Yu Lingyuan, has taken on the responsibility of being the head of the family."

After hearing this, Uncle Zhong couldn't help but sigh, his brows full of worry.

"Then, Sect Master, what about Miss Ling? She comes from the famous Ling family in Juling City. If Ling Jiuan is allowed to be a concubine and accompany Young Master Tingyi, will it be okay..."

Sect Leader Lei's expression suddenly became subtle. He raised his eyes and looked into the distance with a deep gaze, as if he was weighing something.

"Ling Jiuan, she is indeed of an extraordinary family background and is related to the City Lord's Mansion by marriage, not to mention that the head of the Ling family himself is also a graceful and talented genius."

At this point, there was a barely perceptible hint of helplessness in Sect Leader Lei's words.

"However, this matter is of great importance. I need to consider it carefully."

Uncle Zhong's face changed slightly when he heard this, and he seemed to realize the seriousness of the problem.

"Master, what you said is absolutely right. However, the interests involved are really complicated. The relationship between the Ling family and the City Lord's Mansion, as well as the status of the Ling family's patriarch, cannot be underestimated. If we act rashly, I am afraid we will cause unnecessary trouble."

Upon hearing this, Sect Leader Lei remained silent for a long time. Finally, he just waved his hand gently, signaling Uncle Zhong to leave.

"I will take care of this matter myself. You can go down first. Remember, the overall interests of the sect are the most important."

Uncle Zhong took the order, bowed, and slowly left the room, leaving Sect Leader Lei alone. Under the dim light, he continued to ponder this complicated marriage and the countless unknown secrets and entanglements hidden behind it.

Uncle Zhong felt mixed emotions as he walked through the winding corridors with heavy steps and finally stopped in front of Lei Tingyi's residence.

At this time, Lei Tingyi had just walked out of the alchemy room, looking tired but somewhat satisfied. It was obvious that he had made some progress in refining pills.

When he saw Uncle Zhong coming to visit him suddenly, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes.

"Uncle Zhong? Why are you here?"

Lei Tingyi asked politely and invited Uncle Zhong into the house.

Uncle Zhong sighed, walked into the house with a serious expression, staring directly at Lei Tingyi, with a hint of urgency in his tone.

"Young Master, I came here to discuss the marriage with you. You can't delay any longer. You need to make plans for this matter early."

Upon hearing this, Lei Tingyi frowned slightly, seemingly not interested in the question, and answered in a cold tone.

"Uncle Zhong, I know you are doing this for my own good, but I have already made up my mind about this matter."

"Care about it? Young Master, do you know that behind this marriage, not only your personal happiness is involved, but also the interests of the entire sect?"

Uncle Zhong's tone was a little excited, and he was obviously dissatisfied with Lei Tingyi's indifferent attitude.

"Although the Yu family is in decline, a lean camel is still bigger than a horse, not to mention the Ling family is watching closely."

After hearing this, Lei Tingyi's eyes flickered, as if he was weighing something. After a moment of silence, he slowly spoke.

"Uncle Zhong, I understand what you mean. But marriage is a serious matter and it is not a joke. I cannot sacrifice my own happiness for the benefit of the sect. Although Miss Yu is good, she is not what I want. As for Miss Ling, I don't want to involve her and make her a concubine in an unclear way."

After hearing this, although Uncle Zhong felt unwilling, he also understood Lei Tingyi's difficulties.

He sighed and spoke earnestly.

"Young Master, I understand your intentions. But in this world, how many people can truly live according to their own wishes? Sometimes, for the sake of the overall situation, we have to make some sacrifices. I just hope you can think twice before acting, and don't put yourself and the sect in trouble."

After saying this, Uncle Zhong turned and left, leaving Lei Tingyi alone in the house, deep in thought.

The wind outside the window blew gently, causing ripples, as if telling the helplessness and entanglement of this marriage.

Just then, Zhong Ling walked into the house lightly, with a hint of worry in her steps.

Seeing Lei Tingyi, she bowed slightly and called out to him.

"Junior brother."

When Lei Tingyi saw Zhong Ling, his expression relaxed slightly and he returned the greeting.

"Sister, why are you here?"

Zhong Ling sighed, with a hint of helplessness in her eyes.

"Junior brother, don't blame father for being too talkative. He is actually doing this for your own good and for the sake of the sect. However, the sect master... I am afraid he will let Miss Ling be your concubine. If this happens, not only will it be difficult to explain to the Yu family, but even a proud person like Miss Ling, how could she agree to this?"

Upon hearing this, Lei Tingyi's expression instantly turned stern.

He clenched his fists and spoke in a firm tone.

"Senior sister, I have said this since we were young. I only regard Lingxi as my own sister. I will never let this engagement become a shackle that binds me. As for Miss Ling, I am even more unwilling to involve her in this unprovoked disaster."

After hearing this, Zhong Ling felt mixed emotions.

She knew Lei Tingyi's temperament and persistence very well, and also understood the complexity and difficulty behind this engagement.

She patted Lei Tingyi's shoulder gently and comforted him.

"Brother, I know your difficulties. However, things in this world are often beyond our control. Sometimes, for the sake of the overall situation, we have to make some compromises."

Lei Tingyi felt Zhong Ling's warmth and determination, and a feeling of gratitude welled up in his heart.

He looked up at Zhong Ling, his eyes gleaming with determination.

"No matter what the future holds, I will stick to my beliefs and principles. I will find a way to resolve this marriage matter and will never let it become a stumbling block between me and the sect."

Lei Tingyi decided not to delay any longer. He went straight back to his room, having already made up his mind.

Taking a roll of fine rice paper from the bookshelf, he ground ink, picked up the pen, and began to write a letter to Yu Lingyuan, the head of the Yu family.

His thoughts were clear and firm in his writing, and his words revealed his helplessness and determination towards this marriage engagement.

"Brother Lingyuan, I am writing to you. Regarding my engagement with your sister Yu Lingxi, I have thought about it and feel that there is something wrong with it. At the beginning, this engagement was not announced to the public and was more like a joke. Now it has become a burden between the two of us and even the two families."