The Lord God is kneeling on the washboard again

The elder of Lingyun Sect stood on the high platform, facing the crowd with a solemn and serious expression. He cleared his throat and introduced the new Palace Master of Sun Moon Palace to everyone in a loud voice.

"My fellow practitioners, today I would like to introduce to you an extraordinary person, the new Palace Master of the Sun and Moon Palace." The elder's gaze swept across the pairs of curious and expectant eyes below the stage.

"This new Palace Master has been training outside for five years, going through countless hardships and obstacles, but she has never retreated. With her amazing perseverance and outstanding talent, she has made rapid progress on the path of cultivation." The elder's words were full of praise.

"She is not only a martial arts expert, but also extremely wise, compassionate, and caring towards her disciples. Under her leadership, the Sun and Moon Palace is becoming increasingly prosperous." The elder's voice echoed over the square.

"She is - Palace Master Xing Xuanli!" The elder pointed at the sky-blue figure that was slowly approaching.

Everyone looked in the direction of the elder's finger, and were all attracted by the charm of Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li).

When someone saw Xing Xuanli's face clearly, they couldn't help but exclaimed: "Isn't she the Regent Princess? She's the fourth lady of the Duanmu Mansion, Duanmu Li!"

This cry of surprise was like a huge rock thrown into a lake, instantly stirring up a thousand waves in the crowd. Everyone was whispering and discussing.

"What? She's the Princess Regent?"

"I heard that the fourth young lady of the Duanmu Mansion has always kept a low profile. How could she become the Palace Master of the Sun and Moon Palace?"

"There must be some unknown twists and turns in this story."

"It seems that there are inextricable connections between the Sun Moon Palace and the Prince Regent's Palace."

For a moment, all kinds of speculations and rumors spread quickly among the crowd. Everyone's face was filled with surprise and confusion, and their eyes were fixed on Xing Xuanli, trying to find the answer from her expression.

The elder of Lingyun Sect narrowed his eyes and said, "Who told you that she is from the Duanmu family? Stop talking nonsense here! This is Xing Xuanli, the new Palace Master of Sun and Moon Palace. Don't speculate about her identity at will." The elder's voice was stern and full of majesty. He swept his eyes sharply over the crowd of people who were talking, trying to suppress the chaotic discussions with his momentum.

The people around were intimidated by the elder's aura and became much quieter for a while, but some people were still whispering, "But this looks like the fourth young lady of the Duanmu family." However, under the elder's angry glare, they dared not make any more noise.

Duanmu Ya stepped forward and said, "Elder, she is my fourth sister. I grew up with her and would never make a mistake." Duanmu Ya's tone was firm and her eyes were full of certainty.

When the people around heard Duanmu Ya's words, they began to talk in low voices again.

"So she is really the daughter of the Duanmu family."

"This is really unexpected."

"Then how did she become the Palace Master of Sun Moon Palace?"

The face of the elder of Lingyun Sect darkened and he shouted, "Shut up! Even if she was once the daughter of the Duanmu family, she is now the Palace Master of the Sun and Moon Palace and has a noble status. How can you make irresponsible remarks here!" The elder's voice was as loud as a bell, and it silenced everyone again.

Xing Xuanli said lightly: "I would like to take this opportunity to tell you one thing. I have never been the daughter of the Duanmu family. My surname is Xing." Her voice was not loud, but it was clearly heard by everyone present, and her tone was firm and unquestionable.

Everyone was stunned when they heard this, and looked at each other with surprise and confusion on their faces.

"How is this possible?" someone couldn't help but whisper.

"But the young lady from the Duanmu family was very sure of what she said just now." Someone else responded in a low voice.

Xing Xuanli looked calm, her eyes swept over everyone calmly, and continued: "Everything in the past was just a misunderstanding. From now on, I will only show myself to others as Xing Xuanli, the Palace Master of the Sun and Moon Palace, and will no longer have anything to do with the Duanmu family." She stood tall and straight, and there was a sense of determination in her words.

At this moment, the scene fell into silence, and everyone was digesting this shocking news.

Duanmu Ya's face was full of disbelief, and she said anxiously: "How could you not be the daughter of the Duanmu family? We grew up together, our parents and brothers are all here, this is an indisputable fact, fourth sister, why do you say this?" Duanmu Ya's voice trembled a little, and her eyes were red, as if she was shocked and sad about Xing Xuanli's denial.

Xing Xuanli looked at her with contempt and snorted coldly: "Hmph! Go back and ask Duanmu Jin what's going on. I grew up with you guys, but I have never been able to practice luck since I was young. I grew up in your laughter." Xing Xuanli's eyes were full of indifference and resentment, as if those painful memories were resurfacing before her eyes.

"You only know how to laugh at me for being a useless person who can't practice. Have you ever felt a bit of family affection and care? In that so-called home, I have never felt warmth, only endless indifference and contempt." Xing Xuanli became more and more excited as she spoke, and her voice rose unconsciously.

"Now that I have become the Palace Master of the Sun and Moon Palace, I have nothing to do with your Duanmu family anymore. Please don't keep pestering me here." After saying that, she turned her head away and no longer looked at Duanmu Ya. Her resolute attitude made everyone present feel her determination.

Yun Mohan (Nangong Han) walked quickly forward, hugged her gently but firmly, and said affectionately: "Lier, no matter who you are, you will always be my wife and the mother of my children." His voice was low and powerful, as if he wanted to engrave this promise deeply in Xing Xuanli's heart.

"All the pains of the past are in the past. From now on, I will be by your side, protecting you from the wind and rain. No one can hurt you anymore, and no one can let you suffer any injustices anymore." Yun Mohan (Nangong Han) hugged Xing Xuanli tightly, as if he wanted to integrate her into his life.

Xing Xuanli leaned in his arms, feeling his warmth and strength. The indifference and resentment in her eyes gradually dissipated, replaced by a touch of emotion and peace of mind.

The people around them watching this heartwarming scene couldn't help but be moved by the deep affection between them.

At this time, someone suddenly asked the elder of Lingyun Sect: "Elder, you just said that the new master of Sun and Moon Palace is surnamed Xing. Is he from the hidden family that is famous for astronomy?" The man's tone was full of anxiety and curiosity. He stared at the elder, hoping to get a definite answer from him.

The Lingyun Sect elder's expression instantly grew solemn. He glanced around, seeing everyone's curious and expectant gazes. The elder coughed softly and spoke slowly, "This matter...is still unresolved. The reclusive family responsible for the astrological investigation is known for its mysterious origins, rarely appearing in public. Whether they are related to the new Palace Master requires further investigation."

The elder's answer was ambiguous, which made everyone's curiosity even more intense.

"Elder, please reveal something. If the new Palace Master of the Sun and Moon Palace is really from that family, it would be a big deal!" someone couldn't help but shout.

"Yes, yes, Elder, please tell us more." Everyone echoed.

The elder frowned and said sternly, "Don't speculate any more. Everything will become clear after the investigation is complete!"

Despite the elders' stern warnings, people were still whispering in private, and all kinds of speculations and rumors were quietly spreading among the crowd.

Another person also exclaimed: "I remember now! There were four people in extraordinary clothes, holding a portrait, asking around. The person in the portrait was exactly 70% similar to the new Palace Master of the Sun and Moon Palace!" His voice trembled with excitement, and his face was full of excitement and surprise.

"Is this true? Then what are the origins of these four people?" someone nearby asked anxiously.

"I'm not sure either. I just remember they looked hurried, as if they were desperately searching for something." The man tried hard to recall the scene and continued, "Now that I think about it, it must be related to the new Palace Master."

After hearing this, everyone was shocked again, and they all speculated about the connection and the hidden story behind it.

Luo Lingshan was constantly jealous, the flames of jealousy burning fiercely within her, threatening to consume her sanity. Filled with anxiety, she diligently questioned the system, "System, there's no surname called Xing in the book, right?" Her voice was filled with anxiety and uneasiness, her brow furrowed, her eyes filled with a thirst for an answer.

Luo Lingshan was completely lost in her own thoughts, trying to get some information from the system that would reassure her or help her deal with Xing Xuanli. She bit her lip tightly, her hands unconsciously clenched, waiting for the system's response.

The system replied: "I don't know. Is there something wrong with the plot in the book?" The system's voice sounded in Luo Lingshan's mind, with a hint of doubt and uncertainty.

After hearing this, Luo Lingshan became even more annoyed and murmured to herself: "How could this happen? This shouldn't happen. Is there something I have overlooked?" Her eyes became confused and she kept searching for possible clues in her mind, trying to find the cause of this unexpected situation.

Xing Xuanli heard Luo Lingshan's conversation with the system and scoffed inwardly. It was nothing more than a demonic being that robbed people of their luck. She cast a cold glance at Luo Lingshan, wondering: If Luo Lingshan didn't have this insignificant system, would she have fallen from grace to mediocrity? Perhaps all the glory and aura she possessed was simply the blessing of this unknown external force.

The more Xing Xuanli thought about it, the more she felt that Luo Lingshan's current achievements were nothing but illusions, ready to burst at the slightest provocation. She narrowed her eyes slightly, a hint of disdain playing at the corner of her mouth. She had a deep disdain for those who relied on unorthodox methods to achieve success.

Yun Mohan (Nangong Han) said: "Lier, is this the surprise you meant for me?" There was some doubt in his tone, and his deep eyes stared at Xing Xuanli, trying to find the answer from her expression.

Xing Xuanli turned her head, met his gaze, smiled slightly, but said nothing. That smile seemed to contain endless meaning, making Yun Mohan (Nangong Han) even more confused.

Yun Mohan (Nangong Han) frowned slightly and spoke again: "Lier, don't keep me in suspense anymore, tell me clearly." There was a hint of urgency in his voice, and he was obviously curious about the situation.

Just as the two were whispering to each other, Shi Sang interrupted them, "Hey, can you two stop flirting?" She was dressed in white, standing there gracefully, with a bit of anger on her face.

Shi Sang folded her hands across her chest, tilted her head slightly, and continued, "You don't pay attention to the impact in public. Do you really think the rest of us don't exist?" Her eyes moved back and forth between Yun Mohan and Xing Xuanli. Although there was complaint in her tone, there was also a hint of playfulness.

Yun Mohan and Xing Xuanli were stunned by her interruption, then smiled at each other. Xing Xuanli said shyly, "Shi Sang, please stop teasing us."

Yun Mohan also responded with a smile: "Shi Sang, when will you change your impatience?"

Shi Sang snorted softly, "Humph, I can't bear to watch this anymore. You two really don't care about anyone else."

Gu Beichen also agreed: "That's right, that's right, regardless of the occasion." As he spoke, he shook his head with a helpless smile on his face.

"There are so many of us here, but you two are immersed in your own little world as if no one is around." Gu Beichen crossed his arms, raised his eyebrows and looked at Yun Mohan and Xing Xuanli.

"At least please consider the feelings of us single people, really." Gu Beichen pretended to complain, but his eyes were full of teasing for his friend.

Yun Mohan (Nangong Han) raised the corners of his mouth and said with a bit of pride: "Who made you not have a wife?" His eyes swept over Shi Sang and Gu Beichen, with a hint of showing off in his eyes.

"Can we be blamed for this? It's just that our destiny hasn't arrived yet." Gu Beichen retorted unconvinced.

Yun Mohan crossed his arms, smiled, and shook his head: "Sometimes you have to fight for fate yourself. Like me, didn't I succeed in getting the beauty?"

Shi Sang curled his lips aside and said, "Don't show off here, be careful that you may end up in tragedy."

Yun Mohan didn't care: "I'm telling the truth, you guys, just envy me!" After saying that, he took Xing Xuanli's hand and smiled even more brightly.

Lin Luochuan also laughed and said, "Third brother, stop criticizing these two single guys."

When Gu Beichen heard Lin Luochuan's words, he glared at Lin Luochuan and said loudly: "Brother, who are you calling a single dog? Isn't it true?" His face turned red, and he was obviously angered by this sentence.

Seeing this, Lin Luochuan hurriedly explained: "Hey, Fourth Brother Chen, don't be angry, I was just joking."

Gu Beichen crossed his arms and said angrily, "This joke is not funny. I, Gu Beichen, am handsome and talented, but I just haven't met the right person yet."

Shi Sang covered his mouth and chuckled softly: "Hey, Gu Beichen, stop flattering yourself. You are so handsome and talented."

Gu Beichen turned to look at Shi Sang and retorted, "Shi Sang, what do you know? This is called confidence. Unlike you, you are still alone."

When Shi Sang heard this, he also got angry: "Huh, what's wrong with me being single? I'd rather be single than be with someone I don't like."

Yun Mohan and Xing Xuanli couldn't help laughing as they watched the three of them quarrel. Yun Mohan said, "Alright, alright, everyone, stop arguing. It's just a few jokes, why take it so seriously?"

But Gu Beichen, Shi Sang and Lin Luochuan were still arguing with each other, and no one was willing to give in first, and the atmosphere at the scene was very lively.

Yu Yixuan smiled and shook his head slightly, thinking that among the four brothers, Yun Mohan (Nangong Han) got married the earliest.

Luo Lingshan watched Yun Mohan (Nangong Han) treat Xing Xuanli so tenderly, and she couldn't help but feel jealous. Her eyes were fixed on the two of them, as if there were flames burning in them. Her hands unconsciously clenched the corners of her clothes, and her knuckles turned white from the force.

Luo Lingshan bit her lip and thought angrily in her heart: "Why can Xing Xuanli be treated so gently by Yun Mohan (Nangong Han)? What's so good about her?" Her chest heaved violently and her breathing became rapid.

The scenes of Yun Mohan (Nangong Han) caring and protecting Xing Xuanli kept appearing in Luo Lingshan's mind, piercing her heart like sharp thorns. Her face became increasingly gloomy, and the jealousy in her heart surged like a tidal wave, almost drowning her.