Gu He let Jia Xingtian leave. Once he truly understood the Chu Yun Empire's strength, he would likely agree to the proposal.
After all, he would have a chance to quietly kill Xie Biyan at the Myriad Sects Convention. Keeping him alive until now was merely to achieve that purpose. Once the Jia Ma Empire formed an alliance with the Snake People, his promise to Queen Medusa would be fulfilled. His ties to this land would lessen by another thread, and he could leave for the Central Continent with greater peace of mind.
"Pill King, when can I begin learning alchemy from you?" Yue Er's voice sounded beside Gu He, reminding him that someone else was still there. He said to Yue Er, "Go rest first. Once we reach the Mittel Family's alchemy room, I'll formally begin teaching you alchemy."
After Yue Er left, Teng Shan said with considerable concern, "Old He, was it really wise to speak so directly to that old monster, Elder Jia? You may not fear him, but it's better to avoid trouble when possible."
Gu He shook his head. "When it comes to land, no matter what tone I used, it probably wouldn't have made much difference. It was better to be direct."
Teng Shan considered it, then silently nodded, acknowledging that Gu He was right.
Seeing that there was nothing else to discuss, Teng Shan also took his leave. Gu He returned to the room prepared for him and began honing his Dou Qi.
Early the next morning, Gu He got up and headed for the Mittel Family's alchemy room. As he walked, he considered what unfinished matters remained on the Northwest Continent, lest he leave behind regrets when he departed.
He wanted to see Xiao Yan suffer a setback. When the Three-Year Agreement