When Sharon Lin finished telling Selena Yale everything about the black-clothed youth and his orders, Selena was shocked. She was deeply grateful that Evan had previously purged the gu poison from Sharon—otherwise, if the poison had actually been placed in Frostbane Sect, the consequences would be unimaginable.
After a moment, Selena Yale asked, "What exactly did that black-clothed youth look like? Did he mention where he came from?"
"He didn't say where he was from, but he's not very old—about the same age as Sect Master Chu. He's quite handsome and extremely powerful. With my cultivation, I couldn't see through his true strength at all, which means he's definitely surpassed the Divine Martial Realm," Sharon Lin replied.
Selena Yale thought for a while, then a certain figure appeared in her mind and she was instantly startled. "It's him? How could it be him? Could Dark Sanctuary really be that dark organization? That's just too terrifying!"
Selena immediately thought of the black-clothed youth who took second place at the tournament. This was an important clue—she had to inform Evan Chu as soon as possible. But with the wedding so close, she couldn't go to Frostbane Sect herself; she'd have to wait until he came to escort her tomorrow.
"Master, the people from Dark Sanctuary will definitely come to Frostbane Sect this time. That black-clothed youth said someone would be watching my actions. What should I do?" Sharon Lin asked.
Selena Yale glanced at Sharon Lin and said, "Give me the porcelain bottle that black-clothed youth gave you. Let me see what this so-called Oblivion Draught actually is—I've never even heard of something so potent before."
After Sharon Lin handed over the porcelain bottle, Selena Yale didn't open it right away. Instead, she covered her nose and mouth with a mask, found a sheet of white paper, and carefully poured out some of the powder from the bottle.
The powder that came out was white. Even with her nose and mouth covered, there was still a strong fragrance. Selena then had Sharon Lin fetch a bowl of water, and after dropping a bit of the powder in, they saw it instantly dissolve.
Next, Selena took out an empty porcelain bottle from her storage ring, poured the powder into it, then removed her mask and sniffed the bowl of water. She found that the fragrance that had filled the air before had completely disappeared.
"This poison really is extraordinary. Once it's fully dissolved in water, it's completely colorless and tasteless. Sharon, go and get some powders that can dissolve in water. Tomorrow, you should follow the black-clothed youth's instructions exactly, but use your own powder instead of the Oblivion Draught he gave you. Heavenly Fragrance Pavilion has plenty of these kinds of harmless powders," Selena Yale said.
Time passed slowly. By midnight, Heavenly Fragrance Pavilion was still brightly lit, and several skillful disciples helped dress Selena Yale, putting her into a blazing red bridal gown. All that remained was to wait for Evan Chu to arrive after dawn.
At Freewind Palace, Serena Dream was likewise dressed early. The Freewind Palace Lord sat beside her and asked gently, "Rumeng, do you resent me for agreeing to let Evan Chu marry you? I want to hear your thoughts."
"Master, I don't blame you at all. Meeting him might just be my fate. Besides, he's not lacking in any way, and I'm actually quite happy. It's just that from now on I won't be able to serve you daily, and that makes me sad," Serena Dream replied.
"Evan Chu's identity is special—he's actually Lord Frostbane reincarnated. Do you know about Lord Frostbane? He was a super-expert in the Azure Tide Ruins ten thousand years ago, and Frostbane Sect was founded by him. Being able to marry him is truly your good fortune.
His memories as Lord Frostbane haven't fully returned yet, but his strength is already no less than mine. If we truly fought, I might not be his match. Marrying him is essentially an alliance between Freewind Palace and Frostbane Sect, so don't ever deliberately provoke him, understand?" said the Freewind Palace Lord.
"I understand, Master. Don't worry! I believe he'll treat me well too," Serena Dream said.
"Mm. Evan Chu has led Frostbane Sect to rise so quickly in the Azure Tide Ruins that many people are unhappy, but they fear his strength. There's a good chance something major will happen at his wedding, so be careful.
Also, he's marrying three women this time. Whoever he values most will be the first he comes to escort. I'm curious to see whether he'll fetch my Rumeng first, or Selena Yale, or Lynne Nie."
"I think it'll be Pavilion Master Yale, since Heavenly Fragrance Pavilion is closest to Frostbane Sect. I'm probably the last one—Freewind Palace is the farthest away. But honestly, I haven't paid much attention to these things," Serena Dream said.
Meanwhile, Bloodfiend Hall Master Darius Nie was hosting a banquet for his disciples—it was the day the Bloodfiend Saintess was getting married. Traditionally, the Saintess would never wed before thirty, but Darius Nie made an exception for Evan Chu, especially since Evan's betrothal gifts were simply too tempting.
Lynne Nie was also dressed in her wedding clothes. The phoenix crown on her head was especially bright, with dazzling gemstones and rare bird feathers, making her look like a fairy.
Lynne Nie looked out the window at the night sky and said, "Why isn't it dawn yet? Who will Evan Chu come to fetch first? Will I be the last one? This is driving me crazy!"
"Miss, you'll definitely be the first bride Evan Chu comes to fetch! Just one more hour until dawn—don't let your nerves get the better of you! Today, Bloodfiend Hall will be the center of all the excitement," the maid said, her voice full of cheerful confidence.
I never thought I'd really marry him. From the first moment I saw Evan Chu, I was drawn to his aura. Is this what people call fate?" Lynne Nie said.
Miss, your beauty is unmatched. It's only natural Evan Chu would like you. Don't think too much—just wait to become a bride. Frostbane Sect will definitely be lively today," the maid said.
By nightfall, Frostbane Sect had already sent out three exquisitely decorated flower palanquins in three directions. The bearers were all top experts of the sect, and the largest palanquin set out two hours before dawn, carried by Heaven Ape and the Grand Elder.
Evan Chu, dressed in his groom's attire, instructed the first three palanquins to head toward Heavenly Fragrance Pavilion, Freewind Palace, and Bloodfiend Hall, while the largest palanquin was to be carried by Heaven Ape to a central point between the three sects.
Although no one understood why Evan Chu wanted to do this, as sect master, no one dared to ask. Meanwhile, in Selena's room, Claire Ouyang and Luna Chu were carefully helping her get ready.
Selena, you've waited so long for this day. Congratulations, you finally got what you wished for!" Claire Ouyang said.
Selena, from today on, you’re officially my sister-in-law. You’ll have to start calling me ‘elder sister’ now! Honestly, Evan Chu is really lucky to marry such a beautiful woman—even I’m jealous," Luna Chu said.