As the head of the family announced that I had become a core disciple of the Wu Family, the crowd below instantly erupted in chatter. I vaguely caught the sound of whispers, laden with envy and jealousy. Inwardly thrilled yet maintaining a calm exterior, I slowly stepped down from the platform.
Meng Li was walking toward me. Today, she wore a light blue long dress, her raven-black hair secured with a white jade hairpin, making her look even more ethereal and refined. Her eyes sparkled with joy as she said, "Congratulations, Kong Chen."
"This is all thanks to your blessing." I looked at her, a warm surge welling up in my chest, and could not resist reaching out to gently flick her nose.
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