Chapter 2871 - 2847: Ma Biaohu’s Wedding

Chapter 2871: Chapter 2847: Ma Biaohu’s Wedding

When Ma Biaohu and Peng Muxue walked in, the ladies and some young Ascenders from the Sect rushed up at once, instantly crowding the hall completely. Gu Tianhai had mentioned before that this wedding was meant for happiness, so everyone could enjoy themselves without worrying about rituals.

Gu Tianhai stood to the side of the hall and began presiding over the wedding for Ma Biaohu and Peng Muxue. He had received the wedding procedures written by Lin Feng earlier and found them strange. However, considering that Lin Feng and others were Ascenders from Earth, they followed Earth’s wedding traditions. Watching Ma Biaohu’s excited expression, he couldn’t help but smile and then cleared his throat and said, "The auspicious time has come. The bride and groom should bow. First bow to the heaven and earth..."

Ma Biaohu and Peng Muxue turned to deeply bow outside the hall towards the vast heavens and earth. The Thunder Valley was exceptionally clear today, with no clouds in sight as if acknowledging it was a good day. The valley had long shed its past barren look; after Gu Tianhai’s efforts, the valley over the years had become lush with trees flourishing, birds singing, and flowers blossoming, like a mesmerizing garden. Holding the wedding in such an environment made one feel delighted.

"Second bow to the parents," continued Gu Tianhai.

The two newlyweds turned and deeply bowed again to the white-haired elder and Lin Feng. At this moment, Ma Biaohu’s eyes were filled with gratitude as he knew that without Lin Feng, he wouldn’t have today. Everything he had was given by Lin Feng, so having Lin Feng witness his happiness was his greatest joy.

"Spouse bow," Gu Tianhai laughed.

Turning around, Ma Biaohu and Peng Muxue bowed to each other. Although Peng Muxue’s face was obscured by a head cover, it was evident from her trembling body that she was very excited. Ma Biaohu, even more overcome with emotions, shed tears as he thought about the difficulties he and Peng Muxue had overcome to be together. Marrying Peng Muxue felt like a blessing to him, and he tightly held her hands.

The people in the hall were moved by this sight. The ladies even cried tears of joy, for it had been a long time since they had witnessed such a touching scene. When the ceremony concluded, all the Ascenders cheered, filling the entire Sect with an atmosphere of joy.

Lin Feng sat at the head of the hall, feelings of emotion overwhelming him as he watched Peng Muxue and Ma Biaohu. He understood the challenges Ma Biaohu faced as an Ascender. Ma Biaohu’s happiness represented the rights all Ascenders deserved, and his aim was to provide them a stable place to live, and he had achieved it.

Reflecting on the arduous journey to the Myriad Heavens Divine Realm, he had felt fear before. He knew that without the protection of the heavens, he would not have reached where he was today. Yet the stronger he got, the greater the pressure became. Although he wasn’t sure how the path ahead would unfold, seeing the Ascenders around him live stable lives filled him with gratification. Witnessing the genuine smiles of those Ascenders in the hall below, he realized all his efforts were worth it.

"The ceremony is complete!" Gu Tianhai led the applause.

The entire hall erupted, and the sound of trumpets accompanied it. Everyone left the hall and rushed to the plaza outside, where Han Xuan’er had already prepared a banquet. Each Ascender found a seat, and soon a crowd of hundreds filled the plaza, creating a spectacular scene.

The ladies escorted Peng Muxue from the hall to the bridal chamber, while Ma Biaohu joined Lin Feng at the plaza to celebrate with everyone.

Amidst clinking glasses, time slowly passed. For the first time, the Ascenders drank heartily with the Sect Master, and Ma Biaohu’s personality couldn’t help but engage in cheerful toasts with Lin Feng. Gu Tianhai, usually reserved, joined in cheerfully drinking and playing games with the Ascenders. The plaza was filled with laughter and banter.

Lin Feng noticed Ma Biaohu drinking happily but knew it would be best for him to return to accompany Peng Muxue sooner on such a day, ordering Qin Shang to escort Ma Biaohu away saying, "Quickly send your master back."

Qin Shang nodded, called upon an Ascender, and together they supported Ma Biaohu, heading towards his bridal chamber.

Meanwhile, Lin Feng chatted with Wan Hai at the table. Earlier, Wan Hai had noticed Tao Tao and deliberately avoided her, fearing she might sense something amiss. He looked at Lin Feng and asked, "When do you think Tao Tao’s mother will show up?"

Lin Feng looked at Wan Hai, contemplating whether he should take Tao Tao to see her mother himself. Even if her mother had reasons preventing her from coming, he believed Tao Tao would be happy to meet her birth mother. He looked at Wan Hai and said, "I don’t know, but I think Chu Yun may be waiting for Tao Tao’s father."

Upon hearing Lin Feng’s words, Wan Hai suddenly thought of something and then told Lin Feng, "Actually, when I found Tao Tao, there was a black Crystal Stone beside her, obviously a foreign object. However, later, as life with Tao Tao became very difficult for me, I had to pawn the stone. Could it be related to Tao Tao’s father? I have a feeling Chu Yun is deliberately hiding something."

Looking at Wan Hai, Lin Feng’s heart began to wonder, increasingly curious about who Tao Tao’s father actually was. His instinct told him the man was definitely not ordinary—perhaps a Hidden World master, or a foreign visitor. In any case, he truly wanted to find out. He asked, "Do you think I should bring Tao Tao to Chu Yun so that they can reunite as mother and daughter?"

"I think you should do that. If Tao Tao knows you are aware of her mother’s whereabouts and didn’t tell her, she would blame you," Wan Hai said, gazing at Lin Feng.

"What do you mean, I know her mother’s whereabouts? You were the one who told me! You’re her grandfather!" Lin Feng, hearing that Wan Hai had shifted the blame onto him, spoke up angrily. Yet he thought Wan Hai made a valid point—the Myriad Heavens Divine Realm was so tumultuous now, who knew what might happen in the future? If a day comes when Tao Tao and her mother are separated forever, and Tao Tao never gets to see Chu Yun, it would be deeply regrettable.

"Shh! Shh! Shh! Keep your voice down..." Wan Hai immediately covered Lin Feng’s mouth. This kid couldn’t keep a secret. He had previously suspected it was Lin Feng who leaked the information to Han Xuan’er; now he wanted to tell Tao Tao as well—too much!

Lin Feng chuckled and said, "Alright, I understand, keeping secrets and all. But to be honest, Han Xuan’er does know your identity, and you’d better come clean with her. You know how smart your disciple is."

Wan Hai, hearing this, spread his hands helplessly and shook his head. He felt coming to the Sect with Lin Feng was a mistake—the clever Han Xuan’er and Tao Tao were bound to detect his nature. But considering Wan Hai’s previous warning that the more people knew, the more dangerous it became for him, he suppressed this thought.

The entire Thunder Valley buzzed with activity until late into the night. Sect Ascenders opened up and drank heartily for perhaps the first time. Almost all sect members felt unsatisfied but happy; Lin Feng was also happy. With Ma Biaohu’s marriage, everyone could relax before the upcoming Sect battle, which was bound to be brutal. Lin Feng could only do his best to protect everyone in the Sect, not knowing what the result would be.

Once people on the square dispersed, Lin Feng sat alone beneath the bright moon, meditating. Suddenly, Tao Tao’s voice came through: "Brother Lin, are you alright."

Hearing the familiar voice, Lin Feng suddenly froze; as he was pondering how to discuss this matter with Tao Tao, she appeared. It seemed telling her was unavoidable.

"Why haven’t you rested yet?" Lin Feng drew Tao Tao to sit down, the two seated side-by-side on the stone steps, looking at the sect hall ahead. The bright moonlight shone on Tao Tao’s flawless face, causing Lin Feng to lose himself momentarily. It was only then he noticed that in the moonlight, Tao Tao’s pupils emitted a faint purple glow, like two sparkling amethyst crystals—a detail he’d previously missed.

"I just came looking for you in your room, saw you weren’t there, so I came to find you. I miss you, it’s been so long since we last met, I wanted to chat." Leaning gently against Lin Feng’s shoulder, Tao Tao spoke softly. Indeed, she hadn’t seen Lin Feng in a long time. Previously, Lin Feng had gone out only with Si Hong; however, in Lin City, willing to help the Holy Pill Pavilion accomplish many things, she was simply glad to be able to assist Lin Feng.

Lin Feng smiled, looking at Tao Tao’s eyes glimmering with faint purple light, grasping her hand tightly as he said, "Of course I miss you too. It must have been boring in Lin City Auction House all this time."

"Not really, with Lingling around how could it be boring? But I do worry about you." Tao Tao, her purple eyes shining at Lin Feng, perhaps not even aware of their color.

"By the way, there’s something I want to tell you." Lin Feng recalled Wan Hai’s words; now that Tao Tao was alone with him, it seemed best to tell her about Chu Yun. He continued, "Recently, I found your mother."

What?

Upon hearing this, Tao Tao was taken aback, standing up and looking at Lin Feng in disbelief—how could this be possible? She knew nothing about her mother; even her grandfather had never mentioned her. How could Lin Feng have found her mother, was it solely based on their similar appearance? She suddenly recalled the portrait she saw years ago. But Lin Feng’s words were never questioned, so she asked, "Where?"

"In a village near Ling City. I happened to spot her while gathering the Force of Merit and was surprised as well. After careful inquiries, I confirmed she is indeed your mother." Lin Feng observed Tao Tao’s expression shift from surprise to calm—it happened in an instant. He didn’t understand why Tao Tao was not as excited as before, though he had to lie to her as this concerned Geomancer Qianjue’s secret.

"Oh." Tao Tao responded softly, with eyes full of desolation. Her heart was conflicted—she wanted to see her birth mother, yet was puzzled why, if her mother was alive, she hadn’t come to find her. Whatever the reason, she harborred much resentment towards Chu Yun.