"Good that you're back. Go see your father," Lingxu said calmly.
"Yes, Master."
After many years apart, Eldest Senior Brother seemed to have grown far more haggard.
His beard was unkempt, and he wore a bamboo hat.
Unlike what Li Xuanxiao had expected, Xue Yun had returned alone this time, without bringing back a woman.
Or perhaps even a family of three.
Along the way, Li Xuanxiao accompanied Eldest Senior Brother, continuously asking leading questions.
"Senior Brother, where have you been all this time?"
"Um... did you succeed?"
"How come you didn't bring Sister-in-law back?"
"Senior Brother..."
Xue Yun smiled. "Your sister-in-law is at home. I'll bring her back next time."
"Oh~"
Li Xuanxiao nodded.
Eldest Senior Brother seemed normal enough.
"Enough about me. How is Silver Sword Peak?"
"Everything is well."
Just as he had when they were children, Xue Yun vigorously patted Li Xuanxiao on the head. "Why haven't you improved at all, brat?"
"No matter what, I can't compare to Senior Brother," Li Xuanxiao said. "It would be wonderful if I could become as formidable as you someday."
Xue Yun pondered for a moment. "Don't become me. Surpass me."
As the two chatted, they arrived at Silver Sword Peak.
The moment they stepped onto Silver Sword Peak, countless disciples turned their gazes toward them.
E-Eldest Senior Brother!?
Eldest Senior Brother had returned.
There were quite a few disciples from other peaks at Silver Sword Peak as well, and when they saw Xue Yun, astonishment filled their faces.
At that moment, someone strode through the air toward them.
"Xue Yun!!!"
"Senior Brother Lu! Senior Brother Lu is here."
Lu Ziyin wore white robes, his gaze sharp, his hands clasped behind his back.
The corners of Xue Yun's mouth lifted, and a rare smile appeared on his face.
"Lu