Zhang Qingming was eager to see how much strength this granddaughter of his really had compared to that mouth that dared to say anything outrageous!

However, the outcome was not as he imagined. Instead of Zhang Yiyi being sent flying like a paper doll and ending up in a bloody mess on the ground, she had swiftly reacted the moment his hand struck, gracefully sidestepping the attack from the early-stage Golden Core.

Seeing the shattered door behind her, Zhang Yiyi's body was cold and her eyes were like frost. "Before coming here, I had asked Thirteenth Uncle to intercede with our ancestor regarding this so-called engagement. If Grandfather still wishes to take action against me, this time I will not evade!"

Zhang Yiyi's expression was impassive as she looked at the so-called grandfather, who was still trying to act aggressively and disrespectfully, and openly revealed her prepared trump card.

Everyone knew that the Thirteenth Uncle was someone who completely disregarded Zhang Qingming, the head of the Zhang family. Moreover, the Thirteenth Uncle was the only elder in the Zhang family who had genuinely cared for Zhang Yiyi since she was young.

Before coming, Zhang Yiyi did not believe that her grandfather would be so foolish as to completely ignore her father's advice. Nevertheless, she used the communication talisman that Thirteenth Uncle had left her, and it proved to be of great use.

Even though Thirteenth Uncle might not be able to bring the ancestor over right away, his enjoyment of making things difficult for her grandfather means that he will definitely find a way to help her. It's just a matter of time before the ancestor arrives.

"You!!"

Sure enough, Zhang Qingming was furious, but he ultimately withdrew his hand, which he had been about to strike again.

He looked at the young girl in disbelief, unable to fathom that one day he would be threatened by the granddaughter he despised the most.

To have such formidable means and deep thoughts at such a young age was truly alarming! He had really misjudged this time, mistaking a vicious wolf cub for a weak and easily deceived lamb.

"Thank you for sparing me, Grandfather," Zhang Yiyi said.

Her voice was even colder. It was incredibly ironic to have such a cruel grandfather who did not regard her as family or junior.

Zhang Qingming could clearly hear the blatant sarcasm. Unfortunately, despite his rage and frustration, he had to suppress his anger at the thought that Thirteenth Uncle might bring the ancestor at any moment.

"You think too much! Even if you are arrogant and disrespectful, you are still my Zhang Qingming's direct granddaughter. I only intended to give you a light lesson, not to take your life!"

He was seething internally but had to show some leniency to the younger generation. Although his tone remained stiff, he clearly adjusted his attitude: "The engagement is not as bad as you imagine. If you think you're too young, we can make a preliminary engagement and have the marriage later."

Zhang Yiyi, of course, could not agree.

"It is not about good or bad, but about my aspiration towards the Dao. A worldly marriage is not suitable for me. Grandfather should know that marriage is about uniting two families, not creating enmity. Forcing this matter will eventually bring disaster to both families.

Furthermore..."

She paused, then continued: "The Tang family originally arranged this engagement to thank my aunt for saving their child. Since Sister Tong can no longer fulfill the engagement, other direct cousins from my paternal family would be more suitable as replacements. Whether it is status, age, or cultivation in the Qi Refining stage, several cousins are clearly more suitable for this marriage. In the end, when the Tang family made the engagement, they valued only Sister Tong's status as my aunt's direct daughter, nothing more!"

Her words were reasoned and incisive.

Zhang Qingming had several truly suitable candidates but chose to force her, despite the fact that she was the only direct child of the second branch and her current potential might bring greater benefits to the family in the future.

Everything only showed that her grandfather had personal motives, and those motives were not good. He had not considered the family's genuine interests at all.

It was precisely because of this that Zhang Yiyi could confidently ask Thirteenth Uncle to appeal to the ancestor for her.

She could not believe that the ancestor would be as reckless as her grandfather and would casually marry off such a promising direct descendant like her.

Zhang Qingming's face turned red with anger as he realized his mistake. He knew that if Zhang Yiyi, who was only at the Qi Refining stage now, grew stronger in the future, he would have no way out.

He looked at the young girl with a dark expression, and at this moment, he truly felt murderous intent.

Zhang Yiyi immediately sensed the killing intent from Zhang Qingming but, in an instant, another powerful and benevolent aura appeared, which made her sigh in relief.

"This child is absolutely right. Qingming, it is you who are obsessed!"

As the voice sounded, the Zhang family ancestor appeared before everyone in no time. And accompanying the ancestor was, of course, Thirteenth Uncle Zhang Qingfeng, who was grinning and making gestures towards Zhang Yiyi.

With the ancestor present, Zhang Qingming naturally dared not persist in his views.

"Ancestor is right," he said respectfully, no longer showing the firmness he had with Zhang Yiyi. Seeing this, Zhang Qingfeng could not help but sneer, but he refrained from confronting his thick-headed and unscrupulous cousin directly, out of respect for the ancestor.

The Zhang family ancestor did not continue to criticize Zhang Qingming. After all, he was the head of the family and deserved some face.

"You are Yiyi? You've grown up so much in the blink of an eye!"

Soon, the Zhang family ancestor took the initiative to speak to Zhang Yiyi with a very kind smile: "Breaking through from the first layer of Qi Refining to the eighth layer in four years is truly impressive. When Thirteenth Uncle insisted on recommending you for the Yunxian Sect disciple selection, it seems his judgment was indeed very good."

Although she had three spiritual roots, her cultivation speed was not much slower than those with single spiritual roots. Moreover, her outstanding performance on the sect's heart trial, having reached the 729th step, far surpassed Zhang Tongtong, who had single spiritual roots. Even though she was not accepted as a disciple by a Nascent Soul master after the trial, the little girl's future achievements would far exceed those of these mediocre clan members.

The Zhang family ancestor naturally hoped that there would be more outstanding young members in the clan.

He would never place all his hopes on just one Zhang Tongtong. Talented but determined and potentially boundless members like Zhang Yiyi were also worth the family's full support and cultivation.

"Thank you for the praise, Ancestor. Yiyi will certainly work even harder in the future and will not disappoint Thirteenth Uncle and the Ancestor's expectations."

Zhang Yiyi smiled, cleverly saying what the elder wanted to hear.

Since the ancestor took the initiative to be friendly, in the future, as long as it was not excessive, she did not mind protecting the Zhang family or helping the family along the way.