"Brother Yunyang," Baili Xi greeted with a warm smile as he approached Yun Yunyang.
"Your Majesty," Yun Yunyang said, rising swiftly with Yun Yanshui to bow respectfully.
"No need for such formalities in front of me," Baili Xi said, waving a hand dismissively.
"I trust Master Li has already explained much to you."
"Yes, he has."
"Then there's no need for me to say more. How about accompanying me for a walk to clear my mind?" Baili Xi suggested, his tone light.
"With pleasure," Yun Yunyang replied with a smile, joining Baili Xi as they stepped out of the Wanlong Hall, drawing the attention of many inside.
"Going forward, I'll need you and your family to look after Xue'er for me," Baili Xi said, gazing up at the moonlit sky as the mountain wind rustled around them.
"The palace is too full of intrigue and strife. I don't want her to live in such a toxic environment every day. It would only harm her cultivation and her heart."