Cao Jinxiu?

Upon hearing Chen Chang'an's words, Ye Zhiqiu was momentarily taken aback, but she quickly grasped the underlying logic.

It was common knowledge that the Cao family had latched onto the Qingyun Sect, though no one spoke of it openly. Behind closed doors, it had become something of a running joke. After all, the Cao family's strength was merely average. Had it been a union of equals, perhaps no one would have thought much of it. Yet this blatant attempt to ride on the coattails of a greater power drew widespread disdain.

Cao Jinxiu had likely spent no small amount of time whispering such matters into Lu Yun's ear, hoping to make their match appear fitting and to earn everyone's sincere blessings. How could one command respect? By displaying exceptional strength and talent, proving to all that Cao Jinxiu was worthy of Lu Yun. Only then would their wedding receive genuine well-wishes rather than hollow pleasantries.