"Sect Leader," Jiu Zui greeted, offering a shallow, casual bow that only a fellow Sovereign could get away with. He placed a hand between Ji'an's shoulder blades, pushing her forward slightly. "Allow me to introduce my sole apprentice formally. Lin Ji'an."
Sect Leader Bai's dark, infinitely deep eyes shifted to Ji'an.
Ji'an hastily executed a flawless, perfectly angled junior's bow, her heart hammering against her ribs.
"Greetings, Sect Leader," Ji'an said, ensuring her voice remained in its smooth, respectful young-master register. "It is an honor to stand in your presence."
"Rise, Martial Uncle Lin," Bai Yunfei chuckled softly, reaching out to gently lift her by the elbow. His touch was warm, carrying no trace of arrogant superiority. "The honor is mine. The reports of your... unique culinary Dao have reached even my secluded chambers. I am told you possess the ability to restore meridians with a mere bowl of soup. Our sect is truly blessed to harbor such innovative talent."
