"It's all well and good that we can pick the names," one elder began, his tone calm but laced with caution.
"But there is one thing we must not overlook. We need to make absolutely certain that the woman we choose will carry out the task not only obediently, but wholeheartedly. If we send someone who is unwilling, someone who carries resentment in her heart, she could easily jeopardize everything. A single misstep on her part could provoke Daoist Riley's wrath far more than anything we could have anticipated."
The weight of his words hung in the air, silencing the room.
The elders who had been debating moments before now exchanged uncertain glances, their expressions growing grim.
He continued, "This isn't just about appearance or cultivation level anymore. We're not simply selecting a representative—we're placing our entire sect's future in her hands. If she falters, if she fails to respect the gravity of this marriage alliance, the consequences may be catastrophic."
