Covering the Sky: The Years I Was the Empress's Strictest Master

'Damn it...'

Inside the hall, before Chi Tianfeng could finish speaking, Elder Song from the Tianwu Holy Land, who also possessed the cultivation of a Saint King, instantly turned extremely ugly.

Although their primary goal for this trip was to marry Chi Yao, Chi Xuan and her allies also had connections with powerful individuals who wanted to take her down as well, and were willing to offer substantial rewards for this.

Now that Chi Tianfeng has publicly betrothed Chi Xuan to Tan Lin, it seems to have only relieved Chi Xuan's predicament.

This undoubtedly also demonstrates the Chi family's attitude.

It's unlikely that Chi Yao's marriage will easily go according to the wishes of the factions present.

Moreover, this move by the Chi family is tantamount to completely binding Tan Lin's indestructible golden body to the Chi family's warship.

Even if they successfully form a marriage alliance with the Chi family in the future and gradually take over the Chi family, it probably won't be that easy.

'So you're engaged already?'

Beside him, Song Zecen clenched his fists in his sleeves, his eyes narrowed as he stared at Tan Lin, his gaze dark and unfathomable.

He observed the attitude of the Chi sisters, Chi Xuan and Chi Yao, towards this person at the meeting.

He already felt a sense of urgency at that time, knowing that the matter of the Daoist lineage coming to arrange a marriage could not be delayed any longer. That's why the scene of the hall being packed with people at this moment puts pressure on the Chi family.

Who would have thought that the Chi family's reaction would be even more decisive!

This is going to make them come up with nothing...

At this moment, the expressions of the various faction representatives in their positions changed dramatically; some were shocked, some understood, and some still held a glimmer of hope.

After all, they still have a chance to win over Chi Yao, the most dazzling jewel of the Chi family.

'Engaged...engaged...'

Standing there, as Chi Tianfeng's words completely faded, Chi Xuan felt a little dizzy.

When she heard her father say this long string of words, her attention was only focused on the words "engagement."

She felt a buzzing in her head, her cheeks burning, and her heart pounding in her throat.

At this moment, her recent worries about various forces coming to propose marriage disappeared, replaced by a complex and exciting feeling.

She secretly raised her eyes and quickly glanced at Tan Lin, who was not far away. Her eyes were filled with shyness, indescribable emotions, and a hint of unease.

Although the incident happened suddenly

But... if it were to marry Tan Lin, she felt she would be willing.

In fact, she had been drifting off into daydreams these past few days, with similar images flashing through her mind...

however,

Her mind was in turmoil, but she chose to subconsciously forget it.

Today at the meeting, she affectionately linked arms with Tan Lin, but his attitude was somewhat indifferent.

At the head of the table, Qin Suyao looked at her daughter's shy, bowed head and then at her husband beside her, and sighed softly in her heart.

She knew that her husband's actions must have been for the sake of his family, and also to preserve the friendship between the Chi and Xiang families that had lasted for tens of thousands of years.

However, she felt things were moving too fast!

Only a few days had passed, and she wanted to take a closer look to see what Tan Lin was really like, and also to see how these young people fared after spending so much time together.

Because the other person gave her the feeling of being shrouded in a gray fog, a twelve-year-old child whom she couldn't see through.

But now, seeing her daughter's expression, it seems she has already fallen for Tan Lin, and her husband has already spoken his words. What else can she do?

I can only hope that this is truly a good match, and that the child will not disappoint Xuan'er's good intentions.

Qin Suyao thought to herself.

Meanwhile, Chi Yao, who was also her daughter, had her clear and beautiful eyes shifting between her father, sister, and Tan Lin, her inner emotions unknown.

However, she could understand her father's decision.

She had vaguely sensed her sister's feelings during the meeting.

But... for some reason, she didn't feel much joy at the moment about arranging her sister's marriage.

Instead, there was a faint sense of melancholy that she herself couldn't quite put her finger on.

Perhaps this engagement was too sudden?

As her thoughts wandered, Chi Yao's gaze fell on Tan Lin's handsome and composed profile beside her, wanting to see how he would react.

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Chapter 143 She's Just My Sister

Chi Yao knew that since her father had put it this way, it was practically tantamount to publicly arranging the marriage.

But based on her "understanding" of Tan Lin over the past few days,

The other person should be the same type of person as her, also devoted to the Tao, and not yet interested in romantic love.

This realization was especially strong for her today, after all, even when that vixen Shao Hanyun undressed in the Qihuang Pavilion, she remained completely unmoved...

But in this situation, facing such great favor from an elder who has been a family friend for generations, and considering the age-old friendship between the Chi and Xiang families,

Faced with his sister's revealed feelings, the other party will likely find it difficult to make a decision...

Swish!

This moment.

All eyes were focused on that tall, straight figure in white, with an extraordinary and handsome appearance.

As soon as Chi Tianfeng finished speaking, before he could finish his sentence, a brief silence fell over the hall.

Will they readily accept it, or...?

Beside Tan Lin, Chi Xuan's heart was pounding so hard it felt like it was about to burst out of her chest.

She kept her head down, but her gaze couldn't help but sneak up and fall on Tan Lin's face. She held her breath, her fair and delicate earlobes already flushed red.

Under the scrutiny of countless gazes with varying expressions, Tan Lin slowly moved.

He glanced at Chi Tianfeng in the main seat, then turned his head, his gaze calmly sweeping over the shy and expectant Chi Xuan beside him.

In his deep eyes, a complex emotion seemed to flash by, but in the end, it all turned into clarity and an almost cold determination.

It must be said that today's events were somewhat unexpected and caught him off guard.

He's only been living in the Chi family for a few days, and they're already arranging a future Daoist partner for him?

As his past life wisdom gradually awakened, he knew that he was deeply entangled in many terrifying vortexes and it was really not advisable for him to form a Daoist partnership, especially since his ambitions did not lie in this.

beautiful?

It will only affect the speed of his future punches!

clatter……

Thinking of this, Tan Lin took half a step back, bowed deeply to Chi Tianfeng, and performed the courtesy due to a junior, his posture flawless.

Then, he straightened up, and his voice rang clearly in everyone's ears:

"Uncle, my sister Xuan'er is exceptionally talented and has a charming and carefree personality, a rare find in this world. I am deeply grateful."

However, marriage requires mutual affection and shared feelings.

Today's engagement was quite sudden, catching my nephew quite off guard. If we had rushed into it, I fear it would have ruined Xuan'er's life, and I would have regretted it later.

My nephew aspires to great things, and my little sister Xuan'er is still quite young; romantic feelings are too far removed from our lives.

My nephew and my sister have only known each other for a few days. Even if there is affection between them, it is only as brother and sister. I regard her as my own sister..."

My own sister?!

Upon hearing those two words, Chi Xuan's delicate body trembled violently.

In an instant, the blush on her face faded at a visible speed, turning her face pale.

She suddenly looked up, her bright eyes staring at Tan Lin in disbelief, filled with shock and confusion, as if she couldn't understand the meaning of those two words.

Although the other party's words were tactful out of consideration for the Chi family's reputation, their calm tone also carried a hint of apology.

But it was filled with an air of absolute certainty, which anyone in the hall could hear.

Before the other person finished speaking, their voice was so calm it was unsettling:

"There is another matter..."

At this point, Tan Lin paused slightly, under the sudden pallor of Chi Xuan and the astonished gazes of everyone in the hall,

His gaze seemed to casually sweep over Xuan Yunzi, Shao Hanyun, and the others from the Beidou Divine Sect, before he spoke frankly to Chi Tianfeng:

"My nephew does not wish to deceive his uncle."

Today, I visited the remnants of the Human Emperor's Stele with Fairy Shao. Fairy Shao's talent is unparalleled, her beauty unmatched; I, her nephew… already feel a deep longing for her.

Although this was merely the nephew's wishful thinking, once this thought took hold, it became difficult to accept anything else.

If I were to agree to the marriage agreement with Xuan'er at this time, it would not only be unfair to Xuan'er, but also a deception of myself.

Such unjust, untrustworthy, and self-deceiving acts are something I, your nephew, would never dare to do, nor would I deign to do!

After declining, he let out a long sigh.

Then, facing Chi Tianfeng, whose expression was unreadable in the main seat, and Chi Xuan, who was swaying precariously and pale-faced beside him, he bowed deeply once more.

"I understand the offer of marriage, but I truly cannot accept it."

I apologize for any offense I have caused and for failing to live up to your expectations. I am willing to take full responsibility and accept any punishment from you, my uncle and all the elders. My dear sister Xuan'er, Tan Lin, I apologize to you.

Wow!

If Chi Tianfeng's sudden announcement of the engagement caused a huge stir, then...

So why did Tan Lin politely decline at this moment, stating that he regarded Chi Xuan as his "own sister"?

Furthermore, he openly expressed his "admiration" for the Holy Maiden of the Big Dipper, Shao Hanyun. This was undoubtedly like casting an ancient divine mountain into the midst of a monstrous wave.

It directly ignited the dormant volcano on the water's surface!

Quiet.

silence.

At this moment, the entire Tianchi Palace fell into a deathly silence!

Tan Lin's refusal to marry caused some people in the hall to forget to breathe, feeling both shocked and suffocated.

At that moment, many people's expressions froze, as if frozen on their faces by an invisible force, filled with an extreme sense of absurdity.

They found Tan Lin's choice incomprehensible and unbelievable!

Is this... a real rejection of the marriage proposal?!

He actually refused?!

He rejected the marriage proposal made publicly by the head of the Chi family to Chi Xuan?!

The reason given was that "he only regarded Chi Xuan as a younger sister, and their relationship was merely that of brother and sister"...

crazy!

This is absolutely insane!

Arrogant and ungrateful!

Stupid!

Is he clear about it or not? What exactly did he miss today?

Why are so many outside forces crowding the Chi family's doorstep?

Isn't it just to arrange a lifelong, entangled marriage while the Chi family's twin lotus blossoms haven't yet grown up?

Yes, they are still young and inexperienced.

But anyone can see that in a few years, their unique charm, whether in terms of looks, talent, or anything else, will be no less than that of Shao Hanyun, the current number one beauty of Beidou.

Even more than that.

And if you marry them, you'll have almost everything you could ever want in the future...