Ripples surged through space as a figure appeared out of thin air.
It was none other than Jing Cheng, the Supreme Elder of the Giant Whale Spirit Clan.
Xi Ning's delicate eyebrows knit slightly.
Su Yi, however, was not surprised.
When they had entered the Dragon Palace Ruins, Jing Hongyu had given him a jade slip, saying that if he encountered danger, he only needed to crush it to receive aid from the Giant Whale Spirit Clan.
Now, that jade slip was still on him. It was hardly strange that Jing Cheng had found him of his own accord.
"This old man has come uninvited. I hope my fellow Daoists will forgive me."
Jing Cheng approached with a smile and greeted each of them.
Su Yi smiled without smiling. "Tell me, why did you come uninvited?"
Jing Cheng's expression turned solemn. "Naturally, it is to explore the fortunes within these Dragon Palace Ruins alongside you, Fellow Daoist."
Su Yi gave an oh, then suddenly said, "Do you already know my identity?"
Jing Cheng's eyes narrowed slightly as he said in admiration, "Fellow Daoist's insight is like a torch. This old man is impressed."
Su Yi said thoughtfully, "Then it seems you already knew about my battle with Gongyang Yu and the others."
Jing Cheng: "..."
Under Su Yi's gaze, he inexplicably felt a trace of discomfort, as though the secrets in his heart had long since been seen through by the other party.
After steadying himself, he nodded. "That is indeed the case."
Su Yi said directly, "Cooperation is possible. But I need to see the sincerity of your Giant Whale Spirit Clan. Otherwise, there is nothing to discuss."
Jing Cheng's brow creased almost imperceptibly, but he quickly smiled. "That is only proper. This old man can guarantee that in