Led by a silent Star Attendant, Li Wuyang arrived at the Sky Patrol Immortal Boat's Guest Quarters. The quarters were equally refined and elegant, brimming with spiritual energy. The Great Elder, Jiyun, and Bao Bao had long been waiting anxiously. Seeing Li Wuyang return safely, they all breathed a sigh of relief.
"Little Friend Wuyang, how did it go? The Inspector didn't make things difficult for you, did he?" the Great Elder asked with concern.
Li Wuyang recounted the conversation in the meditation chamber in detail, including the Inspector's questioning, recruitment offer, and the information about the unconscious woman.
"Join the Sky Patrol Guard?" Jiyun's hand paused slightly over his zither. "Blessing or curse, it is hard to say. The Sky Patrol Guard may offer protection, but its rules are strict and its missions dangerous. Once you become embroiled in the struggle between the forces of the Star Sea, it will be difficult to get out."
The Great Elder pondered. "This Inspector is unfathomable. He appears to have given you a choice, but perhaps everything lies within his calculations. That unconscious woman is the key! If she truly has a past connection with Little Friend Wuyang, then the Inspector's attempt to recruit you through her has hidden intentions. If she is unrelated to you, then perhaps he merely cherishes talent—or has other designs."
Bao Bao waved his tentacles. "Neighbor! Don't go! Bao Bao feels... that person in starry clothes... is so scary!"
Li Wuyang nodded. Their concerns were precisely what troubled him as well. He took out the jade box containing the Nirvana Star Core and said, "The most urgent matter is to increase my strength. Whether I join the Sky Patrol Guard or not, strength is the foundation. I want to enter seclusion immediately, refine this Star Core, and