It was true, if Sachin Joshi was a Falan Disciple, then, even if Heera Abrol had the backing of the Misty Clouds Faction, she would not be able to do such a thing. A 15 year old Falan Disciple there were only a few that had such high accomplishments in the entire history of Falan Continent Mainland. And the few people that were at that level when they were that young are now some of the most influential people in the entire Falan world.
A small fragile hand cleverly evaded Sachin Joshi's sleeves and held onto Sachin Joshi's hands. Jhanvi softly said, "Brother Sachin, if she really cancels the marriage, then that's her own loss. I believe that in a couple of years, she will be regretting her decisions today!"
"Regret?" Sachin Joshi sneered. "With my current abilities, I don't have that kind of luxury."
Sachin Joshi paused before changing the tone of his voice, "Wait, Jhanvi. How are you so familiar with them? The things that you've just said, my father might not even know some of them. How do you know all these?"
Jhanvi stiffened but did not say anything.
Looking at Jhanvi's avoidance on the subject, Sachin Joshi could only helplessly smile. Even though Jhanvi was also part of the Joshi family, she and Sachin didn't have any relation by blood. In addition, Sachin Joshi had never seen Jhanvi's parents and every time he asked his father about them, Jagdish Joshi would shake his head and not speak. Soon, Jhanvi's parents became a taboo subject, something that they seemed to fear speaking about.
For Sachin Joshi, Jhanvi's identity was always veiled in mystery. No matter how hard or how cleverly he tried, Jhanvi would always stay silent.
"Ugh, whatever, if you don't want to say it then don't say it." Shaking his head, Sachin Joshi's face suddenly darkened again. The guest elder, under the repeated signals from Heera Abrol, finally stood up…
"Heh, using the Misty Clouds Faction to pressure father? This Heera Abrol certainly is using some shameless tactics…" Fury began to build within Sachin Joshi's heart.
"Ahem." The white robed elder cleared his throat and stood up. Putting his hands together, he smiled. "Clan leader Jagdish Joshi. The reason we came here for today is because we would like your help for something."
"Of course, Elder Amith, if you have any problems just let me know. If I can help you solve it, then I definitely wouldn't dare say no." To the visiting elder, Jagdish Joshi did not refuse but since he did not know what the request was, he did not make any promises either.
"Hehe, Leader Jagdish, do you know her?" Elder Amith smiled lightly and pointed to the girl next to him.
"Umm… I'm sorry, this girl is…" Jagdish Joshi looked over the girl and awkwardly shook his head.
When Heera Abrol became Priya's student, she was only 8. After studying in the Misty Clouds Clan for 5 years, she had changed quite a lot. Before she was only a child but now she is a blooming teenager!
"Huh…Her name is Heera Abrol."
"Uncle Jagdish, I haven't come to pay my respect in a long time. It's my fault that you don't recognize me." Heera Abrol sweetly said.
"Hehe, Heera, I heard that you've become a student under Kabir. At the time, I thought that it was just a baseless rumour, but now I realize that it's actually true. What incredible talent you must have…" Jagdish Joshi complimented.
"It was just good luck…" Smiling lightly, Heera Abrol began to feel uncomfortable and lightly tugged Elder Amith's robe with her hand under the table.
"Hehe, Leader Jagdish, the request that I have relates to Heera. In addition, this was assigned by our Faction leader…" Elder Amith kept his smile but when he mentioned the Faction leader, he subconsciously lessened his smile and his face grew serious.
Like Amith, Jagdish Joshi stopped smiling. The Faction leader of the Misty Clouds Faction was one of the most important people in the entire Jiama Empire. Jagdish Joshi, who was a small clan leader, wouldn't dare to provoke her. But with her power, what would she need Joshi Clan to help with? Amith did say that it was related to Heera, is it that?
A wandering thought crossed Jagdish Joshi's mind causing the edge of his mouth to twitch slightly and his firm hand to start trembling, thankfully his hands were covered by his long sleeves. Taking care to push down the thought, Jagdish Joshi shakily asked. "Elder Amith, please do tell me what is the faction's request?"
"Errr…" Amith hesitated but he thought about how much the faction leader adored Heera and thus, he clenched his teeth. "Leader Jagdish, you know how strict the rules are in the faction. In addition, faction leader views Heera very highly, in fact, faction leader is expecting Heera to be the next faction leader. However, due to a special rule, future faction leaders cannot have a relation with another male before they become the official faction leader…"
Taking a breath, Amith continued. "When our faction leader asked Heera about it, she realized that Heera and the Xiao Clan had a marriage proposal, therefore, faction leader asks for Leader Jagdish to… to cancel this marriage."
"KA!" The jade cup in Jagdish Joshi's hands turned into a fine mist in an instant.
In the main hall, everyone was silent. The three clan elders were shocked by Amith's words but soon afterwards, the elders glanced at Jagdish Joshi with plain glee and ridicule.
"Hehe, how will you respond to this?" The three elders thought sinisterly.
A couple of the younger kids didn't know about the set marriage between Sachin Joshi and Heera Abrol, but after asking their parents about it, their faces brightened! Their glances towards Sachin Joshi were full of ridicule and distaste…
Looking at Jagdish Joshi's dark face, Heera Abrol lowered her head and squeezed her fingers together.
"Leader Jagdish, I know that this request is a little over the top, but because faction leader requested it, please cancel the marriage…" Helplessly letting out a breath, Amith lightly whispered to Jagdish Joshi.