Fairy, I am truly a virtuous gentleman!

"Alright, Miss Xiao, there's no need to explain anymore. I was just joking. The important thing now is how to resolve your predicament."

Ning Yuan revealed a gentle and magnanimous expression as he looked at the somewhat flustered girl opposite him.

Compared to Xiao Lingjiang, who would later experience many hardships, she is now far more mature than ordinary people, but her cultivation level is lower and her actions and thoughts are more immature.

They actually dared to sneak into the banquet and take the initiative to challenge Ning Yuan.

If she hadn't been a member of one of the twelve great clans, and if Grand Tutor Xiao hadn't been her great-great-grandfather, and if the matter hadn't escalated, and if Ning Muxian hadn't been so unwilling to intervene for such a trivial matter, her fate would likely have been unpredictable.

However, it was precisely because of this that Xiao Lingjiang was swayed by Ning Yuan's few words, even though she had just drawn her sword against the young man.

Hearing Ning Yuan's comforting words, Xiao Lingjiang calmed down a little.

She first wrinkled her nose in an annoyed tone, then seemed to feel that this posture was too intimate and girlish, so she quickly sat up straighter and adopted a more serious and earnest look.

Thinking that Ning Yuan could have done even worse to her, but was now just sitting opposite her and exchanging ideas on equal terms, Xiao Lingjiang couldn't help but relax a little more.

"I am truly sorry to hear about your situation. Although I have not heard the specific details of the marriage, I believe it was personally arranged by my father, and it was initiated by me. I cannot escape responsibility for this matter, and I am willing to offer compensation and assistance to Miss Xiao."

Seeing the young man's righteous and awe-inspiring words, and his seemingly genuine apology, Xiao Lingjiang was taken aback.

Judging from his words, his feelings are genuine and don't seem fake.

Could it be that this person is truly a virtuous gentleman?

If I had known the other party was such a reasonable person, I would have made other plans!

Xiao Lingjiang pursed her lips, somewhat annoyed, and then her eyes dimmed.

"Unfortunately, it's too late now..."

Ning Yuan feigned ignorance, "Is it too late? Miss Xiao, why is that?"

"Leaving aside my own cultivation level, the fact that I disregarded the overall interests of the family and fought with you today must have already reached the ears of the family's higher-ups. Even if you help me out of this predicament, you will certainly not escape punishment afterward."

Xiao Lingjiang gave a bitter smile, then sighed softly, "Actually, I originally planned to go to Dali to seek opportunities, but before leaving, I couldn't swallow this insult, so I wanted to find an opportunity to fight you, to make you lose face, and to make the Xiao family demand an explanation. I'm sorry..."

Ning Yuan chuckled inwardly upon hearing this.

It wasn't inevitable, it was already happening. There was no need to guess; after I left, the atmosphere of the banquet completely vanished. Once those people dispersed, Xiao Heng would definitely have immediately sent the message.

There are only two things I'm unsure about.

The question is whether Xiao Heng is sending a message to the family or to Grand Tutor Xiao.

These two represent two different directions.

If it's the latter, things might have already taken a turn for the better.

But that won't do. It's already been delivered to my home, how can I let it escape?

Therefore, faced with Xiao Lingjiang's frankness, Ning Yuan not only did not blame her, but his smile became even wider.

"Miss Xiao, why should I apologize? On the contrary, it is your courage to burn your bridges and not be afraid of power that makes even me, a man, feel ashamed."

Hearing Ning Yuan's effusive praise, even Xiao Lingjiang couldn't help but feel slightly embarrassed.

Then, Ning Yuan pondered for a moment, and said tactfully, "Going to the borders of the Great Li Kingdom, Miss Xiao, could it be that you intend to join a celestial sect?"

Xiao Lingjiang nodded slightly, and said reservedly, "Indeed, we have this plan."

Ning Yuan immediately shook his head: "The territory of the Great Xuan Heaven is vast, but more than 90% of it is under the control of the Immortal Sects and Daoist Schools. The rest are overseas Immortal Mountains, which are divided among my Great Li Immortal Dynasty and other Daoist Schools. Forgive my bluntness, but the Immortal Sects are powerful and strict in their examination of the backgrounds of their disciples. Even if you can join an Immortal Sect, you will at most be a small sect, which is of little use and will only be a burden to yourself. It is not advisable."

Xiao Lingjiang looked somber, her head slightly bowed.

"But in this vast and powerful land, there is nowhere for me to stay. If I don't leave, am I to surrender and wait to be captured by the Xiao family?"

Ning Yuan understood what Xiao Lingjiang meant.

Now that the matter has already occurred, the Xiao family naturally has to express their stance towards him, the son of the Grand Preceptor of Dali Kingdom.

Although Ning Yuan did not lose face at the banquet because of Xiao Lingjiang, he apologized or shook hands to make peace, treating her lightly.

Ultimately, the Xiao family will have to choose one of these two options.

There was no way to refuse Ning Muxian's request.

Whether it's the former or the latter, it seems unrealistic for Xiao Lingjiang to avoid punishment and gain the family's forgiveness.

Otherwise, she wouldn't have ended up in this situation.

The Xiao family, as one of the twelve pillar families that once followed the Great Li Holy Ancestor in expanding the territory and made great contributions in battle, is deeply rooted, has a profound foundation, and has a huge influence.

If Xiao Lingjiang doesn't leave the Great Li Immortal Dynasty, she will probably be found no matter where she hides to cultivate.

Otherwise, if they could, who would want to leave their hometown?

"In the end, it's all the fault of those high-ranking members of the Xiao family who didn't consider your feelings at all, which led to the current situation."

Xiao Lingjiang deeply resonated with this statement and silently agreed.

Having suffered such a great change, she was disheartened about her family, and the only person she still cared about was her father.

"Hmm, this is indeed a bit difficult..."

Ning Yuan pondered deeply, seemingly troubled.

Ning Muxian is Ning Muxian, and he is himself.

Ning Muxian was a man of simple tastes and aloofness, and he disliked showing his face in public. Even if his son caused trouble, he would never intervene unless Qiao Shuang and a few other disciples were able to resolve it.

Therefore, it would be fine if the matter only concerned Ning Yuan himself.

However, since Xiao Lingjiang is an outsider, and this is someone else's business, without a legitimate reason, it would be difficult for him to use his father's power to put pressure on the Xiao family.

After all, he was just a nobody, not even worthy of the attention of those Dao Lords who had attained the Dao Fruit and existed for countless years.

Xiao Lingjiang naturally understood this as well.

The two looked at each other in silence.

But Xiao Lingjiang was not one to place her hopes on others, and she herself was not without a chance to make a comeback.

So she decided to stop thinking about it.

"Let's stop here, Young Master Ning."

Xiao Lingjiang took a deep breath, stood up, and smiled.

"Instead of wallowing in self-pity and racking my brains for how to make those people understand the truth, it would be better to hurry up and get on the road and leave Dali as soon as possible. I am already very satisfied that I was able to meet a gentleman like you before I leave and clear up the misunderstanding."

Ning Yuan quickly stood up as well, and asked in surprise, "Are you leaving now?"

Xiao Lingjiang nodded and said, "That's right. Before the Xiao family can react, I'll take the Great Teleportation Array to the border to save the spirit boat from the trouble."

People in Lubian are like the moon, and their arms are frosty and snowy.

The girl's eyes shone with an indomitable spirit; her face was like a peach, her skin delicate and smooth, her beauty radiant, like a star in the night sky, dazzling and captivating.

"This journey will be like a bird soaring into the sky, a fish entering the river or sea, free from all constraints!"

Until it was clear that Xiao Lingjiang was about to leave the Great Li Immortal Dynasty for freedom.

Ning Yuan then seemed to wake up from a dream and gritted his teeth to call out to the girl.

"Wait, how about this? Since Miss Xiao just said she doesn't mind me, then let's do as they wish and fulfill the marriage agreement!"