Final Arrangements Before Leaving the Capital City

"Sanniang, I'm aware of the situation. You may go now."

"I have matters to discuss with several elders."

Senior Qiyu nodded slightly, looking kindly at Yan Sanniang, and said softly.

Yan Sanniang nodded, releasing her grip on the hilt of the Icy Soul Sword. She bowed to the elders of the sect and then turned to leave.

Senior Yeyu watched Yan Sanniang's graceful departure, hesitating for a moment, but ultimately chose not to take action.

"Qi Yu, what exactly are you thinking?" Senior Yeyu asked Senior Qiyu with a cold face.

Senior Qiyu remained calm, after a brief contemplation, he spoke, "Sanniang is, after all, one of us from the Emei Sect. She has grown up within our sect since childhood. I do not believe she would betray us."

"But she has been wandering outside for so long. She must hold some resentment towards Emei. And now, with the help of a master, what is her purpose? Can you be sure?"