Li Ping'an did not take his seat but stood at the edge of the high platform in a central position, greeting those to his left and right with cupped hands.
He first exchanged pleasantries with Guang Chengzi, expressing gratitude for his master's concern for the Heavenly Court and the Human Race. Then he turned and bowed to the Jinling Saint Mother, thanking the Jie Sect for their several assistances to the Heavenly Court in the past.
Following that, Li Ping'an successively greeted Immortal Taiyi, Immortal Yuding, Stone Woman, and the Golden Light Saint Mother.
With his status, he did not need to dazzle with fancy words, but he maintained the respectful manner of a junior and spoke appropriately, which soon brought smiles to the faces of the immortals from both sects, and the previously somewhat tense atmosphere quietly dissipated.
Li Ping'an secretly wiped sweat from his brow before returning to his seat.
Ningning Mu gave him a wink, and Li Ping'an calmly glanced at the sky.
