Chapter 243: A Promise of Fireworks

"Ning Huasang, what exactly is the meaning of this?"

Yao Xiangli’s voice had become noticeably colder.

Ning Huasang clenched his fists.

"But even so, that does not mean they should have tried to kill my daughter."

"She was the one who tried to kill me first. After Shiyuan learned about it, he became furious and wanted to kill Miss Ning. Besides, Miss Ning was already saved by Fifth Senior Brother."

Other than being frightened, Ning Rongrong had not suffered any real harm at all.

"The daughter of the Spirit Pagoda’s master certainly has courage. Even if members of my Lingguang Sect did violate your Spirit Pagoda’s rules, the offense was hardly deserving of death. Furthermore, Bai He is not only my junior brother, but also an elder of the Lingguang Sect. Who does your daughter think she is to dare harbor the intention of killing him?"

Bai He looked at Yao Xiangli and suddenly felt that he was not quite as terrifying as he had always imagined.

No matter what, Dai Mubai had done one thing right.

At the very least, with Yao Xiangli present, Ning Huasang no longer dared to act arrogantly.

Otherwise, with Ning Rongrong embellishing the story and adding all sorts of accusations, Bai He would have been the one to suffer.

"Sect Master."

Ye Shiyuan stepped forward.

The way Yao Xiangli looked at him always carried a trace of deeper meaning.

"You have something to say?"

"Yes. This disciple has a suggestion. Miss Ning is so bloodthirsty and so indifferent to human life. Why not send her to the Demon Cave and let her repent there for a few years?"

Bai He immediately stared at Ye Shiyuan in shock.

He truly found it difficult to imagine that Ye Shiyuan could say something like that.

To send a young woman in the prime of her youth into the Demon Cave?

Yet Ye Shiyuan could suggest it without hesitation.

"Ye Shiyuan, you..."

Ning Huasang pointed at him angrily.

Fortunately, Yao Xiangli was present, so he did not dare lose control.

After he took a deep breath, he immediately changed his tone.

"Sect Master Yao, this time it was my failure to properly investigate the truth. I nearly wronged Elder Bai He. I ask Sect Master Yao to show mercy and forgive my daughter this once for the sake of her youth and ignorance."

No one understood better than Ning Huasang how terrifying the Demon Cave truly was.

Even if Ning Rongrong managed to survive and come out alive, she would probably be completely ruined afterward.

The fact that such a vicious proposal had come from Ye Shiyuan was genuinely difficult to believe.

"I don’t see any sign that she truly regrets her actions."

Yao Xiangli’s voice remained calm.

Ning Rongrong stood off to the side, her expression somewhat blank.

It was as though she knew she had done something wrong.

Yet at the same time, she was unwilling to admit her mistakes in front of others.

She bit her lip.

Under her father’s stern gaze, she finally walked forward.

"Father..."

"Apologize."

"This incident happened because of my recklessness and stubbornness. My teammates lost their lives because of my actions... I already understand my mistake. I ask the seniors to forgive me this once for the sake of my youth and ignorance. I am willing to go to Tianlong Temple and pray for them for three years."

She spoke every word clearly and distinctly.

Throughout the entire apology, her head remained lowered.

She did not dare raise her eyes to look at anyone.

"Since you already understand your mistake, then starting tomorrow, you will go to Tianlong Temple. Furthermore, you must obtain the forgiveness of the families and loved ones of those who died because of you. If you fail to do so, then you will remain at Tianlong Temple forever and never be permitted to leave the mountain."

"Yes."

...

After leaving the Spirit Pagoda, Bai He stood beside Yao Xiangli.

His heart was still filled with anxiety.

Things were fine for the moment.

But what was going to happen after he returned?

There was no way Yao Xiangli would simply pretend that nothing had happened.

Fortunately, Yao Xiangli was currently speaking with Dai Mubai and had no time to pay attention to him.

Taking advantage of the opportunity, Bai He quietly left with Ye Shiyuan.

He knew that before long, he would have to leave together with Yao Xiangli.

There would not be enough time for a proper farewell with Ye Shiyuan.

Ye Shiyuan probably understood what Bai He intended as well.

He allowed Bai He to hold his hand and lead him away to a quieter place.

Practically everyone in the Spirit Pagoda wanted to catch a glimpse of the Sect Master of the number one sect in the world, so most of them had gone to see him.

As a result, the surrounding areas were almost completely deserted.

After reaching a secluded spot, Bai He looked around carefully.

Only after confirming that no one was nearby did he finally speak.

"Shiyuan, I’m afraid I’ll have to leave very soon."

Ye Shiyuan’s grip around Bai He’s hand tightened slightly.

When he noticed Bai He’s faintly furrowed brows, he immediately loosened his hold.

He pressed his lips together.

Although he was reluctant to let Bai He go, he did not voice any attempt to stop him.

"Shiyuan, do you remember what I promised you? On my birthday, I’ll come visit you. There’s only one month left. It’ll pass very quickly."

Ye Shiyuan’s expression improved somewhat.

"Mm. Master, is there anything you want?"

Bai He thought for a moment.

"I want to see a beautiful display of fireworks. Like a burst of flame exploding in the night sky, with countless glowing petals falling from above. It would definitely be beautiful."

Bai He was a very dreamy person.

He was not even sure whether he had described it properly.

But he knew that such a scene would be incredibly beautiful.

"Mm."