Damn, you even know that? Qu Jianlei scratched his head and gave a dry laugh.
"This Defense Array... can't be used anymore. Senior, how about recommending a good one?"
"Have some shame," True Immortal Jin Ge said darkly. "You think you can muddle through this by cracking jokes?"
"Is this my fault?" Qu Jianlei had not cultivated a face as thick as a city wall, and his expression still tightened at the words.
He spoke with grave seriousness. "Then please tell me, Senior, why did you come to Forgotten Peninsula?"
"I came because I wanted to," True Immortal Jin Ge answered nonchalantly. "Do you always need a reason to do something?"
"I agree with that," Qu Jianlei said, nodding first before his expression turned solemn. "But for something this dangerous, I don't believe it!"
Everyone had a gossiping heart, but if you wanted to enjoy the show, you first had to ensure your own safety—even if it was only safety you imagined! Yet True Immortal Jin Ge asked instead, "Is it strange that I like adventure?"
You're being a little... unreasonable, Qu Jianlei thought. After pondering for a moment, he decided there was no need to lower himself to the other man's level.
He had not started this topic, nor was he the one anxious to explain himself, so he answered perfunctorily, "Fine, it's not strange."
Yet his attitude left True Immortal Jin Ge speechless. "You... don't mean that!"
"Are you going to kill me and crush my heart too?" Qu Jianlei looked at him helplessly. I'm already not arguing with you! "I never intended to kill you," True Immortal Jin Ge declared without hesitation.
"Mhm." Qu Jianlei snorted and nodded. "I believe you!"
He did not truly believe him. Rather... even if you wanted to kill me, could you