The Thousand Machine Kill was extremely secretive.
Yet Ye Feng held a very important position in the martial world.
In order to maintain the mystery of the Thousand Machine Kill while still keeping in touch with those in the martial world.
Therefore.
Ye Feng's birthday banquets were mostly held in a luxurious and magnificent place.
In previous years.
It was always Gu Hanxun who arranged the palace. But due to some events this year, Ye Feng and Gu Hanxun no longer had the teacher - student relationship they once had.
So this year's birthday banquet was held in the Sea Spirit Kingdom.
Although Zhao Shuning was not familiar with the Sea Spirit Kingdom, she had a bit of acquaintance with Xia Qingyan, the young prince of the Sea Spirit Kingdom.
Coincidentally, when Ye Feng was holding his birthday banquet, it was also the holiday time for the Changkong Academy. Maybe Xia Qingyan would return to the Sea Spirit Kingdom.
Since Zhao Shuning had written a letter to Ye Qingluan in advance.
Ye Qingluan and Luo Hao arrived at the Thousand Machine Kill first.
In the martial world today, among those who knew the location of the Thousand Machine Kill, apart from the people within the sect, perhaps only Ye Qingluan and the others who received the letter knew.
Outside the main hall, someone knocked on the door.
Just then, Yan Niao was at the door.
She opened the door.
Seeing the person who came, Yan Niao stood still in shock.
Hearing the noise, Zhao Shuning already guessed who it was and quickly walked out.
"Mother—"
Ye Qingluan opened her arms and embraced Zhao Shuning.
After they let go.
Zhao Shuning nodded to Luo Hao behind Ye Qingluan.
Judging from the situation, it seemed that Ye Qingluan hadn't forgiven Luo Hao yet. But it was for the best. The grievances Ye Qingluan had suffered, Luo Hao should experience them too.
"Miss."
"Right Protector."
Yan Niao looked a bit flustered.
Zhao Shuning immediately noticed something unusual.
"Miss, it's been a long time. You're still the same as before."
"How could I still be the same after all these years? By the way, where's the Left Protector?"
"Yan Feng went ahead to handle the affairs related to the elder's birthday banquet. I'm staying in the sect because there are still important matters. Miss—are you okay?"
Ye Qingluan nodded.
Zhao Shuning said, "Right Protector, why are you so tongue - tied when you see my mother?"
Yan Niao's face turned bright red. She found an excuse and slipped away.
Watching Yan Niao's back.
Zhao Shuning shrugged.
She turned to Ye Qingluan and said, "Mother, it seems that the Right Protector has feelings for you."
Luo Hao, standing behind Ye Qingluan, looked rather uncomfortable upon hearing this.
Ye Qingluan took Zhao Shuning's hand and smiled, "Those are all things of the past. It seems a bit ridiculous to bring them up now."
Zhao Shuning turned around.
Looking at Luo Hao.
She said meaningfully, "Father, what do you think of the Right Protector? Even I, an outsider, can tell at a glance that he has deep feelings for Mother. Can you tell?"
"Nonsense."
Zhao Shuning continued, "If you don't cherish Mother well, there are plenty of others who will."
Luo Hao felt extremely bitter in his heart.
During this period, he didn't dare to say a single word back or raise his voice. No matter what Ye Qingluan said, he obediently listened.
How could he not cherish her?
It was just that Ye Qingluan hadn't completely forgiven him yet.
"Yan'er, where's your grandfather?"
Zhao Shuning tilted her head towards a pavilion.
Ye Qingluan turned sideways.
Just in time to see Ye Feng peeping at her from the pavilion. She couldn't help but laugh.
Along with the laughter, tears welled up in her eyes.
"Mother, why are you crying when you're supposed to be happy?"
"I'm just happy. After all these years, Yan'er, thanks to you. Otherwise, I don't know when I would be able to see your grandfather again. I know my father's temper. Back then, I was so reckless. I publicly defied his face and cut off our robes. No matter how many years pass, he wouldn't have forgiven me."
No one knows a father better than his daughter.
"Mother, since you know grandfather's temper, you should understand better that he doesn't really blame you. He also wants to see you, but he just can't let go of his pride and was also angered by what you did back then."
"I know."
Ye Qingluan looked back again, but Ye Feng was no longer there.
Ye Feng, who had been discovered earlier, quickly retracted his head.
Seeing his own child again, his hands were slightly trembling.
Hearing their footsteps getting closer, Ye Feng actually felt a bit nervous.
He hadn't seen his daughter for a long time. When they met later, what should he do? What should he say?
Before he could figure it out.
That figure had already entered the room.
"Father—"
Ye Feng sat on his seat and turned in another direction. He didn't respond to Ye Qingluan immediately.
Zhao Shuning pushed Ye Qingluan forward.
Ye Qingluan understood her meaning and took the initiative to kneel in front of Ye Feng.
At this kneel.
Ye Feng finally looked at her.
"Father, I'm sorry."
These three words had been pent up in Ye Qingluan's heart for so many years. She had long wanted to say this to Ye Feng, but she never had the chance.
"Get up."
"Get up."
"Father—"
"My daughter of Ye Feng is just like a young man. A man has gold under his knees. You shouldn't kneel so easily."
"Father, I'm sorry. Daughter was wrong—"
"What's the use of saying these now."
Ye Feng quickly helped Ye Qingluan up.
"Father, can you forgive me?"
"What's all this talk about forgiveness? You have my blood flowing in your body. Our bond can't be severed."
"Sorry, Father. I was too impulsive back then."
Seeing Ye Feng looking a bit uncomfortable, Zhao Shuning quickly stepped forward and said, "Mother, grandfather was so excited when he knew you were coming. Look, even though they've moved, there's still a room for you in the main pavilion. The features of that room were all designed according to your preferences. Do you want to go and take a look?"
Hearing this.
Ye Feng quickly said, "This wasn't my doing. Every time Yan Niao moves, he designs the main pavilion. I suppose your mother's room was also designed by him this time. I've watched Yan Niao grow up. I know him inside out. But your mother—"
"Father—"
Ye Qingluan quickly interrupted Ye Feng's words.
Only then did Ye Feng notice that Luo Hao was following behind Ye Qingluan.
He glared at Luo Hao angrily.
Then he said, "Yan'er, take your mother to settle down first. As for other irrelevant people, either go to the guest rooms or get out of my Thousand Machine Kill."
Luo Hao clasped his fists and said, "Father is right. I'll just stay in the guest room."
Ye Feng.
Not to mention Luo Hao.
Even if the leaders of the Nine - Province Continent came here, they would give him some face.
Ye Feng ignored Luo Hao and led Ye Qingluan to the main pavilion.
When Zhao Shuning passed by Luo Hao, she said, "Father, I've taken a closer look. That Right Protector is really meticulous, good - looking, and has excellent abilities. You'd better be careful."
"I know."
These three words showed Luo Hao's boundless bitterness.
For the mistakes he had made, he was determined to make up for them as best he could.
"Little Elder, someone's here. They specifically said they want to see you."
Ye Feng, who was walking in front, stopped.
"Who else did you tell about the affairs of the Thousand Machine Kill?"
Zhao Shuning also looked confused.
She asked the servant.
"Who is the visitor?"
"He's wearing a green robe and looks like a celestial being. Your subordinate doesn't recognize him."