The crowd sympathized with the awkward situation these seniors have been put in.

The ex-sect master of Five-sun publicly asked for a marriage alliance. In theory, this should have been easy because Five-sun King was indeed popular. Moreover, he has just shown his worth by successfully gaining a fortune in the demon palace.

Peacock Monarch and Ancient Treant have agreed as well; no other disciple would have refused. Thus, none expected Jian Qingzhu to oppose the engagement...