Farewell, Then Onward

"Wounded?"

Chu Mu's gaze narrowed slightly, instantly fixing on Xu Yuan's chest. His Dharma Robe bore visible tears and cracks, with seeping bloodstains plainly showing through.

As Chu Mu examined him, the suspicion on Xu Yuan's face abruptly vanished. In the direction where Chu Mu stood, a surging wave of spiritual energy suddenly erupted!

Spiritual energy swept through like a tidal wave!

Though Chu Mu had concealed himself, he was, after all, truly present within this bamboo grove. The tide-like spiritual energy posed little threat to him, but it clearly exposed his presence.

Xu Yuan's expression changed drastically. He hastily bowed. "May I ask which senior has arrived? This junior is Xu Yuan, a guest elder of the Vast Sea Alliance..."

Before he could finish, Xu Yuan felt a fierce wind explode before him. He instinctively went on guard, but before he could make the slightest reaction, his Essence, Qi, and Spirit seemed to freeze completely.

Unable to wield even a shred of strength, he then felt a hand settle on his shoulder. A terrifying aura brazenly entered his body, coursing through the wound in his chest before instantly Disappearing Without a Trace.

At the same time, that terrifying feeling of being utterly at another's mercy also faded away.

Xu Yuan was greatly alarmed, but when he saw the newcomer's face clearly, he was immediately relieved, unable to conceal his delight.

"Brother Mu!"

Chu Mu asked, "What happened with this injury?"

Xu Yuan froze for a moment, then repeatedly waved his hands. "It's nothing, just a minor problem. It'll heal in a few days..."

"Is that so?"

Chu Mu narrowed his eyes, his gaze upon Xu Yuan gaining a hint of scrutiny.

"It's nothing serious. Just some conflict—a fight with someone..."

Xu Yuan explained.

Then he immediately changed the subject.