Chapter 1196 - 1196: Sister Ya Fei, Long Time No See

Bai Hongtu positioned himself humbly, without the airs of a clan leader, which made Liu Zixuan feel a sense of goodwill.

He waved with a smile and said, "Clan Leader Bai, you're being too modest. I'm just fortunate to have reached this realm."

"Such words are overly humble. The heights of realms depend on one's abilities, there's no such thing as luck!"

After inviting them to sit down, Bai Hongtu continued, "Brother Liu, you were staying abroad previously?"

"Not exactly fixed, just taking my sister around, experiencing some grand occasions," Liu Zixuan replied with a smile.

Bai Hongtu glanced politely at Qiqi but didn't scrutinize her, pondering what capabilities this little girl could have.

"Clan Leader Bai, you should know the purpose of my visit this time," Liu Zixuan wanted to get straight to the point.

Bai Hongtu smiled and said, "Of course, it's clear. For someone of your age to be considering the grand state of the Star Sea is already admirable!"

"So what does the White Tiger Clan think?" Liu Zixuan asked.

"This..."

Bai Hongtu paused, "Our Four Symbols Sect isn't decided by one clan alone. We share in prosperity and adversity. Regarding the Yudou Treasure, the clan leaders must sit together for discussions."

"The Four Symbols Sect is undoubtedly pivotal in this matter, holding the key to unlock the treasure. I believe it's best to decide as soon as possible."

"You're absolutely right."

Bai Hongtu's eyes flickered as he deliberately changed the subject, "I have a little matter to attend to. Please wait for a moment."

With that, he left without giving Liu Zixuan's group a chance to respond.

Liu Zixuan squinted, showing a hint of displeasure. First inviting them in, then suddenly leaving, what kind of behavior was this?

The Great Elder also noticed his displeasure and quickly spoke, "The clan leader usually has much to handle. Let me make you some tea while we wait."

After the Great Elder left, Qiqi frowned and asked, "Brother, what does this mean?"

"They still don't trust us, I suppose."

Liu Zixuan shrugged with a smile, "Ever since I came in, Bai Hongtu has been probing me with his words."

"So what should we do?" Qiqi asked.

Liu Zixuan stroked his chin, "Let's go!"

"Where to?"

"To see what could be more important to Clan Leader Bai than us!" Liu Zixuan stood up directly, heading in the direction Bai Hongtu left.

The pair exited the pavilion, and before getting far, they heard Bai Hongtu's voice.

"Ladies and gentlemen, apologies for the delay with a small matter."

Liu Zixuan followed the voice and saw Bai Hongtu standing next to an extremely beautiful woman, surrounded by about four or five people, forming quite a spectacle.

The beautiful woman smiled, "No worries. If you have something to attend to, we can still enjoy the scenery here."

"Not at all, nothing is more important right now than you!" Bai Hongtu laughed.

"Heh heh!"

The beautiful woman laughed strangely, "So, what about the things we discussed earlier?"

"The key is still with the Black Tortoise Clan. To obtain it, we need to win tomorrow's contest. Even if the White Tiger Clan and Vermilion Bird Clan agree, we still need the Cyan Dragon Clan and Black Tortoise Clan's approval."

Hearing Bai Hongtu's words, Liu Zixuan let out a cold snort, "Everywhere you go, it's the same story. It seems Bai Hongtu is also a crafty old fox!"

"Anyway, he doesn't give me as good a feeling as Wu Zheng," Qiqi pouted and said.

"None of them are simple," Liu Zixuan quirked a brow and took Qiqi's hand, walking forward.

"Weren't you supposed to wait in the hall? What are you doing here?"

Bai Hongtu saw them approaching and hurried over to stop them.

"I just wanted to see what could be more important than major matters of the Martial Realm," Liu Zixuan said with a meaningful smile.

Bai Hongtu's expression changed, "Please return to the hall, and I'll explain to you later, alright?"

"No, if I'm not mistaken, they must be the ones who want to take the key," Liu Zixuan pointed directly at the beautiful woman.

"Rude! That is a distinguished guest of our Four Symbols Sect!" Bai Hongtu's face darkened, and he scolded, "Stand down!"

"What's this? Just moments ago, you were calling me Brother Liu, now you're ordering me around like a servant?" A cold light surged in Liu Zixuan's eyes, and his aura erupted abruptly.

Coming here, he never intended to demean himself by begging them.

With a major enemy threatening the Martial Realm, these scoundrels cared more about gaining greater benefits rather than focusing on saving the Martial Realm. It truly disgusted Liu Zixuan.

"I heard you seem to be discussing us?" The beautiful woman came over after hearing the words.

"No, just a new disciple being a bit unruly. I'll discipline him briefly," Bai Hongtu said with a forced smile.

"You, are you their new disciple?" The beautiful woman suddenly pointed at Liu Zixuan, her expression and tone full of incredulity.

Liu Zixuan bypassed Bai Hongtu, approached her, and opened his arms with a slight smile, "Sister Ya Fei, long time no see!"

Yes, this beautiful woman was the very mysterious Sister Ya Fei.

Before, Elder Qing had said Ya Fei and her group had come to the Four Symbols Sect, but Liu Zixuan did not expect they were here to protect the sect and intended to purchase the key.

After a brief pause, Ya Fei hugged Liu Zixuan. What was meant to be a simple embrace turned into Liu Zixuan clinging tightly.

Just as Ya Fei was about to anger, she heard Liu Zixuan whisper softly in her ear, "I'm called Liu Liu here; don't slip up."

Ya Fei paused briefly, then smiled, "Little Six Brother, who would have thought we'd meet here!"

They chatted happily, but Bai Hongtu's face looked as if he had lost his mother. He considered Ya Fei and her group as honored guests because they represented a power stronger than the Four Symbols Sect.

His courtesy towards Liu Zixuan was purely to attract young talents. It was mere pretense of generosity, not sincerity.

So, when Liu Zixuan's group approached, he almost tore faces apart.

But to his surprise, Liu Zixuan knew the honored guests Ya Fei and her group, and seemingly had a good relationship.

Now, the words scolding Liu Zixuan might upset Ya Fei and her group?

While he was stunned, Ya Fei showed a hint of reproach on her face, "Clan Leader Bai, when did my brother become the Four Symbols Sect's disciple?"