Xiao Jianlan narrowed his eyes at me and asked, "This sword is currently still being refined, so naturally, there are spatial restrictions guarding it. I have my own concerns about not taking it out. This item is different from what you imagine. If it were lost, the world would likely fall into chaos. Thus, there is no way you could find it."
"Why don't you describe the sword, Elder Xiao?" I had known all along that this fellow would have countless excuses for not taking out the sword, but I hadn't expected him to be able to endure it so well.
"Unbreakable, peerless beneath the heavens." Xiao Jianlan smiled faintly. He then summoned a paper servant to serve tea, called over a chessboard, and held out his hand for me to make the first move.
"You're refusing to give me any useful information, yet you want me to play chess. Elder Xiao, don't tell me you think I'm that easy to send away?" I thought that I couldn't return so soon anyway, so I picked up a chess piece and placed it on the board. Xiao Jianlan followed with his second move and said, "I had already resolved to withdraw from the world and never come out again. I was also tired of the immortals outside chewing over rumors, so I could have some peace and quiet. Since you've come, it would be nice to have a chat. If you truly wish to discuss matters, accompanying me in a game of chess will allow me to clear up many of your doubts."
"Clear up my doubts? Heh heh. Very well, then I'll ask you, Elder Xiao. Surely, even without leaving this Cold Immortal Mountain, you can know what's happening outside. Do you know what Ta Si Immortal has been trying