As we enter the LanLing Jin Sect, brother turns towards me but when his gaze lands on the curious Wei Ying behind us, he smiles warmly.

"Wangji, I must remind you, Mo Xuan Yu and the rest of the Lan Lingjin clan do not have good relations with eachother. A Yao did inform me about certain happening of some events but not wanting to elaborate much on it right now, please ask Wei Ying to be careful" brother's concern is etched in his voice and I reminisce last night's conversation.

Nodding, we continue towards our destination to the Glamour Hall, when our Sect's name was announced "Gusu Lan Sect, please enter". Walking up the stairs, I take in the grandeur that is presented to the world at large. Jin Guang Yao and Jin Zixuan murals were painted at the entrance of the Koi Tower depicting their valour and status in the society.

Jin Guang Yao was revered for he was now the chief cultivator and all the prominent sects were under his reign.

"Lan Zhan" Wei whispers, walking next to me, shoulder to shoulder, his eyes are wide "everything's changed. The last time I had graced this place, it was grand, but now it seems even grander" he shivers and I look at him. The memories are not worth remembering Wei Ying.

Greeted by the Lan Lingjin Sect, their eyes widen in surprise when they see Wei Ying or rather Mo Xuan Yu entering the Glamour Hall. Whispers resonates around and I feel Wei Ying shift a bit closer to me.

Just when I am about to subtly help Wei, we hear him. I wish he would just ignore Wei and walk away, but that does not seem to be the case.

"Since when ZewuJun and Hanguang-Jun have measly little cultivators accompanying them?" Jiang Cheng walks towards us but his sneer was directed at Wei Ying.

"ZewuJun" he bows, looking at coldly me he nods "Hanguang-Jun".

Under my glare, he does not dare to prod me further and rather the situation is dissipated when Jin Guang Yao makes his presence known.

"Brother" he greets and then turns towards me and bows "I am sorry, I was unaware that Wangji would be joining us today. I'll make sure everything this set according to your liking" his gaze shifts towards Wei Ying and I closely observe his expression. I must say, he has always been good at hiding his intention.

"I see you have brought along a guest too" he smiles "please be seated, I shall arrange for everything" he is about to leave when Jin Ling joins us.

Words transpire between Jiang Cheng and his nephew but my eyes are only for my Wei Ying. Watching the pain etch on his face as he listenes to their conversation, it dons on me that he missed everything that was dear to him.

13 years ago, we all fought a battle which was not needed. Under the disguise of fighting for the right, there were no winners. In that process, my Wei Ying lost a lot, above all he lost his life.

As the crowd disperses, he quietly takes a seat beside mine, with a wink he consumes the food and liquor that was placed in front of him. A fair maiden was serving him food and when he smiled at her, she blushed and giggled.

"Lan Zhan" he turns to look at me "is it just me or are everyone really not fond of this Mo Xuan Yu? It's making me curious, what did this guy exactly do? Did he go about and declare his love for Jin Guang Yao?" He laughs and I look at him.

How could I give you any information when I myself wasn't much aware of this situation.

Soon an announcement was made, welcoming Jin Guang Yao and his wife, the mistress of the Lan Lingjin Sect, Qin Su.

"She's beautiful" Wei Ying comments and that in turn makes me irrationally irritated. Always the flirt.

The rest of the evening was uneventful as the discussion conference amongst the sect would begin from tomorrow. Keeping an eye on my brother, I knew he was still disturbed. Leaving us behind, he proceeds to converse with the other cultivators.

Just as Jin Guang Yao was to make his way towards me, a drunk Nie HuaiSang intercepts him and along with my brother, he takes them away from the Glamour Hall.

"Lan Zhan" Wei tugs my sleeves, "I need to find some information, but I can't get any if I  am in here. I'll have to go out there" he pleads and I agree "don't go too far" I warn him and he grins "I'll meet you back tonight in our bedroom, all you need to do is keep Jiang Cheng away from me".

I nod and his smile captures my heart. Leaving me behind, I turn when my name was called.

"Hanguang-Jun" Qin Su greets sweetly "it has indeed been long since we last saw you here for the conference. I hope everything is to your liking and if there is any problem, then please do let me know" she bows and her eyes for a moment seeks the retreating back of Wei Ying.

Without any further comment she leaves and I walk out to the main balcony that faces the expanse of the huge garden in front. The summer breeze welcomes the patron of the nature as the soft glowing lanterns swing merrily under the light caress of the wind.

"I am surprised you're out here all alone" his voice bites like a snakes venom "thought you both would be together" Jiang Cheng sneers as he walks in front of me. When I don't answer, his wrath multiplies "I know he is back" Jiang Cheng stresses "how can you even protect that piece of filth?".

Listening to the venom that he is spouting against my Wei, the anger within me starts to brew, when he throws another blow "I wish he stayed where he belonged, that filthy scum should not be walking around when it is we who have to suffer the consequences of his misdeed. He should have stayed dead" I knew, I had to end this.

"Jiang WanYin!!! mind your words" the wrath in my voice is evident as his eyes widens imperceptibly "the man you're talking about, he's under my protection. You do not want to face my Bichen".

As I turn to leave, he goes beyond all bounds as he insults Wei Ying "Hanguang-Jun, I never expected you to be a cut-sleeve. You sure surprise me. I wonder if your brother knows that your loyalty would never be with the Gusu Lan Sect" he smirks and my hold on Bichen intensifies. I knew one thing for sure, in future there would be a battle between the two of us.

The anger in my eyes does not go unnoticed by him, as I announce with a finality "My brother knows where my loyalty lies" my glare burns him "my loyalty would always lie with Wei Ying. Know that for sure" with that last word, I leave him fuming and proceed to go in search of my Wei.

I find him talking to Jin Ling and hearing the last snippets of their conversation, my heartbeats falter.

"Jin Ling, I no longer like your uncle, I like someone else. After staying with him in Gusu, my heart and soul now belongs to Hanguang-Jun, so please don't worry" he smiles at Jin Ling who sprints the very next second and Wei Ying laughs.

Even though I knew, that all what he said was to escape the suspicion, it still felt warm to hear those words.

As he turns, his yelps when he finds me waiting for him. That one moment I smile inwardly when I witness his cheeks and ears turning subtle pink.

Wei Ying.