The Sea King held his head high and shook his head. “It’s normal that you can’t think of such a tactic. How many people in the universe are capable of such nimble thinking like myself? Qiqi has inherited my first-rate genes, so I hope that you won’t ruin that inheritance.” 

Lu Yin pursed his lips, as this father and daughter pair were very similar; they each had a venomous mouth and a favorable impression of themselves. “Senior Sea King, this junior has two things to report.”

The Sea King nodded. “Go on.” 

“First of all, it’s about the betrothal gift. If this junior wishes to wed Qiqi, the gift must be presentable. Not only is this a matter of respect towards the Sea King's Dome, but it is also an accounting of my hometown,” Lu Yin explained respectfully. 

The Sea King cast a sideways glance at Lu Yin. “What sort of betrothal gift can you prepare? Why don’t we just call it quits after you return those star essence you spent?”

Lu Yin felt awkward. “This junior’s not that wealthy.”

“Then what are you talking about? If you don’t even have that much money, what sort of gift can you possibly prepare?” The Sea King was disgruntled. 

Lu Yin quickly replied, “Although I’m broke, I will try my best to prepare a gift that matches Qiqi so long as senior allows me to return to Frostwave Weave...