7: break off an engagement

“That depends on Qingyue’s wishes, what I say doesn’t count.” Lü Liang’s forehead was covered in cold sweat. He said cautiously, truly afraid of angering this killing god in front of him.

Now, the Sect Master Senior Brother is not here.

Take a step back if you can!

“Good.” Li Changfeng’s lips curled into a smile, and he nodded. “Qingyue, come here.”

“Master.” Nan Qingyue lightly tapped her toes, and she instantly appeared before Li Changfeng.

Li Changfeng turned his head and stared at Lü Liang. “Qingyue, do you want to marry Shen Qingqiu? Tell me your true feelings, don’t mind this old man!”

A cold glint burst from Lü Liang’s eyes.

He stared intently at Nan Qingyue. “You better think carefully before you speak.”

“No, I don’t want to marry a poker face like Shen Qingqiu!” Nan Qingyue pondered for a long time with her head lowered.

The Five Great Immortal Sect Families.

Shen Qingqiu, the eldest legitimate son of the Nanli Shen Family.

He possessed noble status.

The power behind him was extremely strong.

There were not a few people in the world who wanted to marry Shen Qingqiu.

But Nan Qingyue was unwilling?

“Nan Qingyue!” Lü Liang roared, his face turning ashen with anger!

“I… I’m here, Master, why… are you… so fierce… ah, you’ve scared… me…”

Nan Qingyue’s reaction was not slow.

She immediately ran behind Li Changfeng, “Master, save me!”

“What? Elder Lü wants to force a marriage?” Li Changfeng was neither servile nor overbearing.

Nan Qingyue hid behind Li Changfeng, cautiously peeking out her head.

She even made a funny face.

I have backup!

Seeing this, Lü Liang gasped, trying hard to calm himself down.

“Young Master Li, annulling the engagement is not up to the Divine Sword Sect alone; we also have to consider the Shen Family! You know, the Nanli Shen Family, one of the Four Great Immortal Sects, is not easy to provoke.” Lü Liang was very helpless.

“So, Elder Lü means I’m easy to provoke? Who my servant marries is up to me!” Li Changfeng snorted coldly.

Li Changfeng and Lü Liang met each other’s gaze.

A cold glint burst from both their eyes.

“Senior Brother Shen possesses Ninth-Grade Talent, and in the future, he will definitely embark on the path of ascension to become an Immortal.”

“It’s Nan Qingyue’s good fortune to be able to marry Shen Qingqiu!”

“The Great Elder dotes on Nan Qingyue, which is why he arranged for her to marry Senior Brother Shen.”

“There are so many people who want to marry Senior Brother Shen these days!”

“Truly, like a dog biting Lu Dongbin, not knowing good intentions!”

In the square, these Divine Sword Sect disciples cursed and grumbled, venting the anger in their hearts.

Perhaps, in their eyes.

The marriage alliance between the Nanli Shen Family and the Divine Sword Sect.

Was originally a good thing.

Of course, this was also for the balance between the Immortal Sects.

The Pingliang Mulan Prefecture’s power was strong and thriving, and the various Immortal Sects were losing their status.

“For her good?” A cold glint burst from Li Changfeng’s eyes, “But did you ask Nan Qingyue if she was willing?”

“What you are doing is forcing a marriage!”

“Shen Qingqiu has Ninth-Grade Talent, but what of it?”

“Three years from now, I will make Nan Qingyue’s cultivation realm surpass Shen Qingqiu! She will definitely be better without the Shen Family!”

Li Changfeng’s eyes were full of spirit, and he clenched his fists tightly.

Nan Qingyue was stunned.

This time, someone was looking at the problem from her perspective.

“Master…” Nan Qingyue’s eyes reddened, and she was a little moved.

Will he really believe that I will achieve such accomplishments in the future?

Can I really do it?

“Young Master Li, I advise you not to boast. Nan Qingyue only has Third-Grade Talent; reaching the Third-Grade Realm is already her limit.” Lü Liang showed disdain.

“For Nan Qingyue to want to surpass Young Master Shen is simply wishful thinking!” Lu Dong was unconvinced, and he snorted coldly.

A useless Third-Grade Realm disciple of the Divine Sword Sect.

If it weren't for her beautiful looks, she could have been a vase in the sect.

She would have been expelled long ago.

There were quite a few people in the Divine Sword Sect who coveted her.

“Master, but my talent…” Nan Qingyue gently bit her lip as she came to Li Changfeng’s side.

Li Changfeng reached out and gently stroked Nan Qingyue’s head. “I believe you can do it!”

“Mm.” Nan Qingyue was extremely excited, and tears welled up in her eyes.

For three whole years, this was the first time someone had believed in her!

Master… is a noble… person… ah!

“My servant cannot live by crawling; go, issue a challenge!” Li Changfeng pushed Nan Qingyue out.

“Ah? A challenge.” Nan Qingyue stumbled out, looking stunned.

She looked back.

And secretly made a decision.

“Go issue a challenge to Shen Qingqiu!” Li Changfeng stood with his arms crossed over his chest.

After all, she was a disciple he would take in the future, so she at least had to be impressive.

Otherwise, if it got out, “Li Changfeng took in a useless disciple.”

That would be truly embarrassing!

Hearing this, Nan Qingyue was in a daze, and she nodded.

“Shen Qingqiu, three years from now, a sword duel at the peak of Divine Sword Sect, do you dare accept the challenge?” Nan Qingyue had a serious expression.

He was Shen Qingqiu, after all.

Can I really win?

A Sixth-Grade Realm fighting a Third-Grade Realm, this…

“Junior Sister, there’s no need for us to fight.” Shen Qingqiu was rather naive.

“Are you accepting the challenge or not!” Nan Qingyue suddenly became serious, and a cold glint burst from her eyes.

“Uh… if Junior Sister insists on fighting, then I can accept.” Shen Qingqiu was gentle and courteous, performing the proper etiquette.

“Good, then three years from now, we’ll meet at the peak of Divine Sword Sect!” Nan Qingyue responded.

Li Changfeng waved his sleeve, displaying his arrogance. “Shen Qingqiu, what do you think about annulling the engagement?”

This trip was for annulling the engagement.

He couldn’t forget the main business.

Shen Qingqiu slowly approached and respectfully bowed, “Elder Lü.”

“A-Qiu.” Great Elder Lü Liang dared not offend Shen Qingqiu, “Why have you come?”

“Elder Lü, the marriage alliance between the Divine Sword Sect and the Shen Family can be reconsidered. Since Junior Sister Nan is unwilling, this matter can be dropped. I will explain it to the Family Head when I return to the Nanli Shen Family.” Shen Qingqiu nodded slightly. “I will never cause trouble for the Divine Sword Sect!”

“This guy isn’t as annoying as I imagined.” Li Changfeng was surprised.

Shen Qingqiu was actually willing to annul the engagement!

After all, this was also a matter concerning the Nanli Shen Family’s reputation.

He also chose to compromise!

“But A-Qiu!” Lü Liang sighed, his brows furrowed.

“Elder Lü, my decision is made.” Shen Qingqiu bowed respectfully.

“Alright then.” Lü Liang sighed.

Then, he moved lightly and headed straight for Nan Qingyue.

Marriage should inherently be a matter of mutual consent.

What if it was a forced marriage?

It was better to drop it!

“Junior Sister, I truly like you and want to marry you. However, it was my rashness to have the Family Head come to the Divine Sword Sect to propose marriage.” Shen Qingqiu clasped his hands and bowed slightly, “I apologize.”

This action surprised everyone present.

“Senior Brother Shen just gave up like that?”

“Annulled the engagement?”

“The Nanli Shen Family was rejected for marriage!”

“If this matter gets out, the Shen Family will lose face!”

“Uh… that… I, this maiden, forgive you.” Nan Qingyue took several steps back, her face flushed, “But, I won’t marry you! Give up on that idea!”

Oh my goodness.

Was that a confession?

Even this poker face could say such words!

Does… he… really… like… me?