Three days later, in the castle hall of Qingyang City.
"What?! you said that Master Luo is also among the merchant caravan?!"
Du Qingyang abruptly rose from his stone chair and glared at Chen Yang, who had come to report.
"Y-Yes. This subordinate received no news beforehand. That person has just entered the city and will likely reach the castle soon!"
Chen Yang said with a somewhat flustered expression.
"Tell him I'm in seclusion and cannot receive guests!"
Unable to think of a good way to deal with this, Du Qingyang could only stall for time.
However, before his words had faded, a familiar voice came from outside the door:
"City Lord, Master Luo has come in person today. Refusing to see him under the excuse of seclusion is not the way Qingyang City treats its guests."
As the voice rang out, a group appeared at the entrance to the hall. At the forefront were only two people: Luo Hong and the veiled Zi Ling.
Behind them were Qingyang City's three Taiyi Mystic Scholars, along with their trusted captains.
Of course, although they had come with something of an intent to force Du Qingyang's hand, they had not completely fallen out with him. Thus, only five of them entered the hall, while the Golden Immortal captains remained outside.
"City Lord Du, Luo has arrived uninvited this time. I hope I haven't made things difficult for you?"
Upon entering the hall, Luo Hong immediately cupped his hands in greeting.
"How could that be? Master Luo's presence brings great honor to this humble residence! But may I ask what brings Master Luo here this time?"
Suppressing the anger in his chest, Du Qingyang forced out a smile.
"I heard that City Lord Du detained someone Luo wishes to see. Left with no