Inside the ancient pavilion, Xiao Tengkong's expression immediately turned grave as he sank into thought.
Lin Baichuan's question seemed simple, but it was not easy to answer, because the choice itself was difficult to make.
If Xiao Tengkong said he represented the Demon Suppression Division, then this cooperation naturally could not continue.
But if Xiao Tengkong said he represented himself, it would mean choosing to stand completely on Lin Baichuan's side. If Lin Baichuan wanted to deal with certain people in the Demon Suppression Division in the future, Xiao Tengkong would have to stand by and watch, or even turn around and help him.
This was precisely what Xiao Tengkong did not wish to see.
In his eyes, some people in the Demon Suppression Division were indeed hostile toward Lin Baichuan, but at their core, they were still members of the Demon Suppression Division, even its mainstay pillars.
If Lin Baichuan dealt with them, the entire Demon Suppression Division's strength would be sharply diminished.
That was not something he wished to see either.
For that very reason, Xiao Tengkong found himself caught between advancing and retreating.
"Looks like Director Xiao still hasn't made up his mind."
Lin Baichuan glanced at Xiao Tengkong and chuckled. "But there's no rush. There should still be half a month before Lihen Heaven opens."
"Director Xiao can use this time to think it over properly."
"After all, this is no small matter."
"I still have matters to attend to, so I'll take my leave first..."
With that, Lin Baichuan did not waste any words. After cupping his hands toward Xiao Tengkong, lightning flashed around him, and he vanished without a trace.
Xiao Tengkong could only smile bitterly at the sight.
It was clear that Lin Baichuan did not actually wish to join forces with him.