A fleeting thought crossed Li Ximing's mind, stirring doubt, If that is the case, then the kinship between the two sects and the four gates might be far closer than I had imagined. If Jiangnan's Dao lineage most likely originated from Green Pine, what exactly does that signify?1

When I broke through to the Purple Mansion Realm, there were formal congratulations to be received and visits to the three families to be made. Were these matters truly rules and restraints born of Jiangnan's customs, or were they a unique expression of Jiangnan's power?0

He pondered briefly and gave a small nod. Thus, Shanji Prefecture, the core territory of Profound Peak Gate, was ceded to the east. Kong Guxi barely had the time to feel relieved that Li Ximing had agreed.0

Although Cheng Jinzhu still harbored doubts, it was enough to conclude the internal arrangements. It was not his...0