"Actually, it was nothing. I'd long heard that the Quanzhen Sect's chivalrous reputation spread far and wide, that it was one of the foremost righteous sects. I admired it greatly, but I'd never had the chance to pay a visit. Now that I finally have the opportunity, wouldn't it be a lifelong regret if I didn't come calling?" Xiao Xian lied without even blinking, yet made it sound entirely convincing.
Guo Jing had no idea whether it was true or not. A master could already control his expressions perfectly; even if Xiao Xian lied right to his face, Guo Jing would most likely be unable to tell.
"So that's how it is. Since you've extended the invitation, little brother, Guo will respectfully accept." Guo Jing could not figure out what Xiao Xian was thinking, so he ultimately decided to take things one step at a time.
If Xiao Xian truly bore no ill will, then all would be well, and the two sides could become friends.
But if Xiao Xian harbored malicious intentions and meant to harm the Quanzhen Sect, then even if it cost Guo Jing his life, he would drag Xiao Xian down with him.
However, Guo Jing was indeed overthinking things. He had no idea what kind of existence he was facing. If Xiao Xian truly intended to destroy the Quanzhen Sect, then let alone one Guo Jing, even if all the masters in the world joined forces, it would still be useless.
Sometimes, ignorance was a kind of happiness.
The two had not walked far when a small head popped out from the side. It belonged to a boy of around ten, handsome and sharp-looking, with bright eyes that darted about constantly and gleamed with intelligence.
"Haha, little brother, let me introduce you. This is the