434 - Rebirth of a Star: Another Day, Another Drama

Chapter 434: All Night Long Conversation | I Don't Want to Be This Master Sister Anymore! | Urban Novel Under Ye Ling Long's expectant gaze, Bai Li Ming shook his head, "It's a one-way teleportation array; it allows for ascension from the lower realm but not for descending from the upper realm." Hearing this, Ye Ling Long's expression turned somewhat disappointed. Although she hadn't placed much hope in this plan from the start, she couldn't help but feel a twinge of sadness at his words. Despite having only recently reunited with his daughter, Bai Li Ming already showed signs of being the kind of father who doted excessively on her. Seeing Ye Ling Long's look of dejection, he became anxious. "Ling Long, don't worry. If you want to go to the lower realm, I'll investigate where the original ascension channels are. Even if we have to break those seals, I'll help you fulfill your wish," he assured, fully embodying the traits of a doting father. Warmth flooded Ye Ling Long's heart. She couldn't help but think of her brother from her past life, who, despite not having the love of parents, gave her all his affection and the courage to live freely. "I actually found the teleportation array," Ye Ling Long explained. "If Bai Li Ran hadn't brought me up here this time, I'd already be at the Celestial Academy preparing to break the seal between the realms." "I'll go with you," Bai Li Ming immediately offered upon hearing this. Pausing for a moment, he continued in a negotiating tone, "But before we go, could you accompany me to Xuehan Palace to see your mother? She's been waiting for you for over two hundred years." His tone was tinged with sadness. "Also, don't worry about losing time; our Bai Li family has a teleportation array nearby that goes directly to the lower celestial region, much faster than traveling by flying shuttle." Ye Ling Long nodded under his hopeful gaze. Bai Li Ming's joy was palpable. The two then conversed about many things, mostly with Bai Li Ming asking and Ye Ling Long answering. He inquired a lot about her life in the lower realm. Learning that his daughter initially didn't even possess something as basic as spirit stones, Bai Li Ming's heart ached, and he immediately handed over a large portion of his private stash to Ye Ling Long. Ye Ling Long found this both amusing and touching. Though she'd been quite impoverished initially, she certainly wasn't poor later on, especially given the treasures her master, Di Chang Ling, had left for her. This reminded her that her master likely had several hidden vaults in the upper celestial domain as well; she'd have to visit them when she had the time. Despite Ye Ling Long's insistence that she didn't need more, Bai Li Ming thrust the items into her hands. "What's yours is yours; what your father gives you is what he gives you. If you'd been with me, you wouldn’t have suffered so much," he reasoned. Unable to refuse him, Ye Ling Long accepted the items. She then continued recounting her experiences in the lower realm, selectively omitting certain details, particularly the existence of a space that was hard to explain. However, when she mentioned she had a cultivator partner in the lower realm with whom she hadn't yet held a formal ceremony, Bai Li Ming was immediately taken aback. His daughter, newly found and just starting to warm up, was telling him she had a partner? How could this be? She was too young for a partner; it was simply too early. In a careful tone, Bai Li Ming said, "Ling Long, you're still young. I think you can afford to take your time before choosing a partner." All that was left unsaid was his willingness to support her indefinitely without the need for a partner. Ye Ling Long found his reaction both amusing and touching. "Ling Yun has a great personality. You’ll like him when you meet him," she assured. Bai Li Ming pursed his lips, reluctant to concede that he might not like anyone who intended to take his daughter from him. Yet, he said nothing to oppose her, fearing it might upset Ye Ling Long. In his heart, however, he decisively recorded a mark against this future son-in-law. Unbeknownst to Jiang Ling Yun, he was now resented by his prospective father-in-law. After their all-night conversation, Ye Ling Long and Bai Li Ming grew much closer. They agreed to set off for Xuehan Palace soon. For Bai Li Ming, it was the best mood he'd been in over the past two centuries. However, before departing, Bai Li Ming needed to make an announcement to all Bai Li family members that he had found his daughter. He was eager for everyone to know. Ever since Bai Li Ming drove Bai Li Chong insane and ultimately annihilated him, the Bai Li family understood that Bai Li Ming was not someone to provoke. Although he had not been heavily involved in family affairs for several years, no one in the Bai Li family dared to cross him. Today, for the first time since that incident, Bai Li Ming exercised his authority as the Young Master to summon all direct and collateral members of the Bai Li family to the ancestral hall for a meeting. Though perplexed, they all gathered inside, knowing full well the lengths Bai Li Ming might go to. In the center of the hall sat Bai Li Xiao, Bai Li Ming's grandfather, and the former family head. Since Bai Li Chong's demise, he had mostly been in seclusion, rarely appearing, and likely would not have shown up if not for Bai Li Ming. "Father, you’re here as well," Bai Li Yuan, the current family head, greeted respectfully. Though he held the title, Bai Li Xiao always considered Bai Li Ming the true heir. "Yes," Bai Li Xiao nodded, looking at his son, whose scholarly appearance only underscored the sigh of resignation in Bai Li Xiao's heart. If not for past family turmoil and Bai Li Ming's retreat into isolation, he would never have passed the position to his second son. "Old Master, do you know why the Young Master has gathered everyone here today?" a member from the collateral line asked respectfully. Bai Li Xiao froze, his lips pressed into a tight line. Could he admit he was also in the dark? That was out of the question. He glanced toward Bai Li Yuan beside him, signaling for him to speak. Bai Li Xiao: "..." If you don't know, how could I possibly know? I've never been able to control that son of mine. An awkward tension filled the air. Suddenly, a commotion erupted at the doorway, followed by a loud wail that pierced the air: "Big Brother, you must give me justice today!!!"