Chapter 646: Leeway (II)
Having said that, he ascended on his rainbow light. His wife, Yang Xiao'er, was already waiting in the air, her expression concerned. She glanced at him questioningly. Flying alongside her, Li Xizhi spoke in a playful tone, "The elders in our family are too obsessed with decorum. Years of operating as a clan have made them overly cautious… Seeing the ties between our families, they cannot bear to refuse outright. But so what? Yuan Chengdun merely wishes for us to protect his descendants. Protect them we shall, but must it involve marrying off my sister?"
He paused, his usually calm and gentle demeanor giving way to a ferocity reminiscent of his father, Li Yuanjiao. In a cold tone, he added, "Lacking courage and wisdom, oblivious to propriety… If Yuexiang fancies him, so be it. But must my sister endure grievances just to repay an ambiguous favor? What kind of logic is that?"
Yang Xiao'er held his arm gently and said, "Thankfully, these were just a few private words. Otherwise, it would not sound too good if it spread... Yuexiang is a thoughtful person, but Yuan Fuyao truly does not understand her."
"Enough..." Li Xizhi waved his hand dismissively and replied, "My sister handles herself well and has long prepared a fallback plan. What does it matter if it sounds good or not? Mark my words, if we give him the betrothal gifts, that boy will probably celebrate in secret."
The two returned to the peak, stepping into the main hall. Li Yuexiang approached with a smile, her eyes almost speaking on her behalf. Not much time had passed since they left, and everyone else was still in the hall. Li Xizhi said, "I have played the bad guy already. Little sister, go deliver the betrothal gifts to him yourself. You are good with words—he might even feel grateful to you."
Li Yuexiang responded softly, "Thank you for the trouble, elder brother."
Although Li Xizhi had taken it upon himself to handle the matter, he maintained a respectful tone towards Li Xuanxuan, saying earnestly, "Grandfather, I acted on impulse and spoke in a way that ended this matter decisively. I hope I have not delayed any family affairs..."
"Go, go... Do not talk nonsense to tease an old man like me." Li Xuanxuan lifted his foot as if to kick him. Li Xizhi smiled and stood up. Watching the siblings' seamless coordination, Li Xuanxuan sighed deeply and said in his aged voice, "This is already the best outcome."
Li Yuexiang retrieved several jade boxes from a cabinet in the hall. Inside were neatly placed embroidered pouches. She blinked her almond-shaped eyes and held them carefully before riding a fiery cloud down the mountain toward the cave dwelling.