Xiao Ye held Bing Ya’s jade-like hand, standing proudly above the void of the Ice and Snow Palace, with an aura of transcendence, as if he ruled over heaven and earth, surrounded by eight Elders who had returned from the Ten Thousand Miles Snow Mountain and Huang Taiji, akin to stars clustering around the moon.

The tension that had enveloped the entire Ice and Snow Palace instantly dissipated. Astonished gazes turned towards the sky.

"Welcome Master Xiao Ye, forgive us for not greeting you from afar!"

"Master Xiao Ye’s arrival at the Ice and Snow Palace truly brings us great honor!"

"Greetings to Master Xiao Ye!"

"Holy Daughter, welcome back!"

...

In the Cave Heaven Blessed Land of the Ice and Snow Palace, one figure after another soared into the sky, quickly approaching, emanating powerful waves. Leading them was Situ Wushang, the Great Elder of the Ice and Snow Palace.

He appeared with the strong ones of the Ice and Snow Palace, treading through the air, his face displaying excitement and respect as he clasped his fists in salute to Xiao Ye.

Boom!

With long white hair, wearing a snow robe, and an impressive stature, the Palace Master of the Ice and Snow Palace also appeared. His expression was somewhat flustered, breathing heavily, evidently rushing over upon hearing the news.

Upon seeing Xiao Ye, complex emotions immediately emerged in his eyes. Without uttering a word, he respectfully saluted Xiao Ye.

During the final war between the Iron Blood Emperor Domain and Wuji Sect, he had not heeded Huang Taiji’s advice to send troops to assist Wuji Sect, but he had personally gone to observe the battle.

Regarding the final outcome, he regretted missing another opportunity to reconcile with Xiao Ye, returning to the Ice and Snow Palace with a discouraged heart.

He hadn’t expected that when the Ice and Snow Palace faced a great calamity, Xiao Ye would extend his help, directly sweeping through the army of the Ultimate Palace.

Xiao Ye’s action of repaying grievances with kindness made him grateful and filled with shame, leaving him at a loss for how to face Xiao Ye.

Yet, before the high-ranking members of the Ice and Snow Palace, Xiao Ye did not even glance at them, his gaze directed towards the depths of the Ice and Snow Palace. In his profound eyes, a brilliant light flashed, tearing through the skies.

"The Half Emperor of the Ice and Snow Palace!"

"With my personal arrival, do you not intend to come out to greet me?"

Xiao Ye’s black hair danced chaotically, and his subtle words, amplified by Emperor Martial Power, spread out, causing the expressions of the Palace Master and Great Elders of the Ice and Snow Palace to freeze instantly.

Did Xiao Ye think they were not qualified to greet him? Does he require the presence of the Half Emperor of the Ice and Snow Palace?

Upon careful consideration, Xiao Ye indeed possesses such qualifications...

Moreover, the Half Emperor of the Ice and Snow Palace rarely makes an appearance; their combat power is formidable enough to intimidate all around, and many disciples of the Ice and Snow Palace do not even know where the Half Emperor resides. Even during the Holy Daughter’s tournament, when the Half-step Emperor of the Ultimate Palace attacked, they didn’t intervene.

Yet Xiao Ye, with a single glance, identified the retreat of the Half Emperor, indeed remarkable.

Situ Wushang sighed internally.

"Hehe... With such an esteemed guest as Master Xiao Ye arriving, how could we dare not show ourselves to welcome you?"

"I must thank Master Xiao Ye for his intervention. Master Xiao Ye is truly the strongest genius of our time, not only powerful but also broad-hearted."

As Xiao Ye’s words fell, an elderly laugh suddenly echoed, and the Ice and Snow Palace trembled. Two gray-haired figures soared through the air.

They had white hair and beards, bald heads, sunken eyes, and incredibly similar appearances. Though extremely elderly, their essence and blood qi were vigorous, enveloping strong suppression.

Two Half-step Emperors!

Xiao Ye’s gaze sharpened.

He had faced off against numerous Half-step Emperors, even personally executing some, thus he was naturally familiar with the aura of such powerhouses.

Moreover, with the enhancement of his cultivation, he immediately sensed the presence of the Half-step Emperors upon arriving at the Ice and Snow Palace.

As one of the first-class sect forces of Central State, naturally, the Ice and Snow Palace possesses Emperor Level combat power; otherwise, they would have been eradicated long ago, unable to survive.

However, he hadn’t expected that the Ice and Snow Palace would have two Half-step Emperors who are likely twin brothers.

"Jin Shui of Ice and Snow Palace..."

"Jin Feng of Ice and Snow Palace..."

"Greetings to Master Xiao Ye!"

The two gray-robed elders approached, clasping their fists simultaneously in salute to Xiao Ye.

In terms of power and status, Xiao Ye truly has the credentials to interact with these two Half-step Emperors equally.

However, this left the Palace Master and Elders of the Ice and Snow Palace feeling awkward.

"Master Xiao Ye, you and the Holy Daughter have traveled from the Three Alliances Domain; you must be somewhat tired. I will immediately arrange a sumptuous banquet."

Huang Taiji hurriedly stepped forth with a bright smile.

Seeing Xiao Ye’s arrival brought him great joy.

"Very well, then as you say." Xiao Ye smiled slightly and nodded.

Upon hearing Xiao Ye’s words, the Palace Master of the Ice and Snow Palace let out a breath of relief.

Judging by Xiao Ye’s demeanor, he indeed wasn’t here to cause trouble.

"Quick, prepare the banquet at the fastest speed, bring out my treasured collection and Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures, and let the Young Palace Master entertain Master Xiao Ye!"

Immediately, the Palace Master of the Ice and Snow Palace swiftly made arrangements.

From Xiao Ye’s attitude this time, he deduced... perhaps the Ice and Snow Palace could rely on Huang Taiji and Bing Ya to repair relations with Xiao Ye and Wuji Sect.

Bing Ya also wore a gentle smile.

She still held some affection for the Ice and Snow Palace and naturally hoped to avoid conflict between Xiao Ye and the Ice and Snow Palace. 𝒻𝑟𝘦𝘦𝘸ℯ𝒷𝑛𝘰𝓋ℯ𝘭.𝘤𝘰𝘮

Soon, the entire Ice and Snow Palace was brightly decorated, welcoming Xiao Ye with the grandest ceremony, the grand banquet held in the main hall of the Ice and Snow Palace.

Accompanying were two Half-step Emperors of the Ice and Snow Palace and Huang Taiji, while the Palace Master and Elders were merely supporting players.

Xiao Ye, a friend of Huang Taiji, engaged in cheerful conversation with him, while he continued to ignore the others.

This awkward situation was soon broken.

"Master Xiao Ye, I owe you an apology for my previous attitude."

The beautiful woman Wang Tao stood up, walked over to Xiao Ye, and offered a complicated toast.

"Master Xiao Ye, we also apologize to you."

...

Following Wang Tao’s lead, several Ice and Snow Palace Elders toasted Xiao Ye, even the Palace Master doing so, leaving the Martial Artists of the Ice and Snow Palace speechless.

Is this an apology conference?

"Hehe... Master Xiao Ye, these younger ones indeed went too far previously, but given your current status and position, surely you wouldn’t stoop to their level."

"We hope Master Xiao Ye will see past grievances on behalf of us two old fellows and reconcile with the Ice and Snow Palace."

Jin Shui and Jin Feng, the two Half-step Emperors, smiled broadly at Xiao Ye, causing Bing Ya to slightly furrow her brows.

She understood Xiao Ye intervened on behalf of the Ice and Snow Palace crisis primarily for her.

His visit was to reminisce with Huang Taiji, unrelated to the Ice and Snow Palace itself.

Did these fellows misunderstand? Did they truly think Xiao Ye forgave them, hence their boldness, hoping a mere toast could erase past grievances?

Shush!

At this moment, Xiao Ye’s expression vanished, his eyes flashing coldly, finally acknowledging the two Half-step Emperors before him.

"On your behalf?"

"I’m sorry, to me, you hold no special regard."