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Bertha gently tapped his shoulder with the back of her hand, receiving a curious raised eyebrow from Song Yi. Hao Xuan stepped aside to make way for her.
Bertha gave them a once over before shaking her head, "My oh my, to what do I owe the pleasure of such esteemed company? Not only Princess Yi herself but so many other young masters and young ladies all in one room. What will the people say?"
This 'collection' of talented youngsters might seem random to Bertha but Hao Xuan knew better. Of these eight, 3 had marks of the Nine on them including Song Yi while the rest were marked by one of the other Old Gods.
All of them being here was obviously no coincidence.
And Hao Xuan being who he was, could sense their marks while keeping his hidden without any effort.
Song Yi tilted her head sideways while flashing a knowing smile at Bertha, "You came quick, huh?"