Liu Haochan True Lord's feelings were somewhat complicated upon hearing this.
Heavenly Star Old True Lord was already advanced in years.
Moreover, in recent years, he had always intended to hand over the authority he held to Liu Haochan.
Thus, those words truly sounded somewhat like final instructions before death.
Liu Haochan had grown up by his side since childhood, and their relationship ran exceedingly deep. He had long since regarded him as the person closest to him.
This was also how most cultivators in major sect forces got along with their personal disciples.
Of course, this applied only to masters and personal disciples. If they were merely ordinary disciples one had taken in, their relationship would naturally be different.
After remaining lost in thought for a long while, Liu Haochan True Lord finally came back to himself. His voice trembled slightly as he spoke.
"Master... how much lifespan do you have left?"
Heavenly Star Old True Lord had existed in this world for a full thousand years. He had long become a worldly old hand, and he was extremely familiar with Liu Haochan. With a single glance at Liu Haochan's expression, he guessed what was on his mind.
To ease the atmosphere, he teased him.
"You brat, why are you suddenly asking about this? Don't tell me that after serving as Acting Sect Leader for a few days, you have taken a liking to the position and are hoping this old man dies early so you can take over as Sect Leader?"
Liu Haochan's emotions were too complicated for him to take in the joke, but he did not wish to spoil his master's mood. Forcing a smile, he said,
"Master, you know I do not care for power and authority. How could your disciple covet your position as