On the other side, within the Eternal Ling Family.
After several days of quiet meditation, Ling Tianxuan had completely stabilized the surging cultivation he had recently gained.
Today was the day he would accompany the family elders to the Yue Family, to finalize the date of his marriage with Yue Qianxue.
Dressed in a multicolored black Dao robe that shimmered faintly with divine runes, Ling Tianxuan appeared in the family's grand hall.
Inside, several elders were already gathered, along with his father, Ling Zhenhai.
"Tianxuan, you're here!" Ling Zhenhai said with a hearty smile. "Come, we're discussing what betrothal gifts our Ling Family should prepare for the Yue Family."
The elders nodded, their gazes filled with anticipation.
"Divine Son, what gifts should we take to the Yue Family?" one elder asked. "Since it is you who chose to uphold the engagement with Yue Qianxue, the decision should come from you."
In the Xuantian Continent's long-standing traditions, the gifts offered for a Divine Son's marriage represented not just affection — but the prestige and sincerity of an Imperial Family.
The grander the offering, the greater the reverence shown to the bride and her family.
Just as Ling Tianxuan was about to reply, a crisp chime echoed in his mind.
> "Ding! Heaven's Mandate Choice detected!"
Choice One: The so-called Goddess of the Yue Family is merely a talentless woman. To continue the engagement is already an act of mercy. A single spirit stone shall suffice as dowry!
Reward: Saint Weapon — Heaven-Punishing Whip.
Choice Two: Though Yue Qianxue once could not cultivate, she is your chosen fiancée. Her status must be honored with the grandest dowry in history!
Reward: Divine Weapon — Undying Heavenly Blade (Replica).
Ling Tianxuan glanced at the panel briefly and smiled faintly.
Without hesitation, he chose the second option.
Turning toward his father and the elders, his voice carried a steady, commanding warmth:
> "Father, Elders — Yue Qianxue is the woman I, Ling Tianxuan, have chosen.
Since she is to marry into our Ling Family, she shall be received with the highest honor and the most magnificent dowry our clan has ever given."
The elders exchanged glances, surprise flickering across their eyes.