As the room settled into a tense silence following the Nascent soul stage cultivator's sudden appearance, Madam George's lips curved into a faint smile, her calculating eyes gleaming with newfound admiration. She straightened her posture and glanced at Pedri with what could almost be described as approval.
"Well, well, Mr. Pedri," Madam George said in a tone both impressed and sardonic, "you certainly know how to play your cards. A Nascent Soul cultivator at your beck and call—color me impressed. I suppose this little game just became a lot more interesting."
Fernando, who had been standing awkwardly beside his father, couldn't hide the awe in his expression. He gave Pedri a quick glance before muttering under his breath, "So this is the ace up your sleeve, Father... You've really outdone yourself this time."
