Neither had expected this outcome. They had not expected Misty Pavilion to uphold justice, see that the two had suffered a loss, and direct them to World Money House.
The two were naturally delighted, their faces full of joy. The others, however, were listless and dispirited, forced to face an unknown future.
Huang Ban gave his final instructions. "It's settled, then. Go back and prepare yourselves. Mr. Ding has already sent orders to the various departments. Once they receive the news, they will dispatch people one after another to come escort you there."
Afterward, the group returned, utterly dispirited.
The moment they returned to the courtyard, the group that had spent so long together once more crowded into Niu Youdao's room to comfort him.
In the cultivation world, everyone belonged to different factions. In truth, there were few chances to live together for such a long time. After spending so much time together, whatever else might be said, familiarity naturally bred greater closeness, making it easier for them to get along.
The group discovered that Niu Youdao was rather unlucky. Everyone was leaving the Sacred Realm, while he was the only one among them being kept behind within it.
"Brother, I truly didn't expect this. Try to take it easy." Hong Gaitian patted Niu Youdao's shoulder, sighing with emotion.
Niu Youdao gave him a sidelong look. "Take it easy? Who was it that couldn't take it easy yesterday and came running here to make a scene? Today, you've managed to take it easy?"
Fu Hua spat, "Ignore him. But then again, be extra careful. If there's anything outside that you need our help with, we can carry word out for you."
Neither sorrowful nor afraid, Niu Youdao said calmly, "That's that. You needn't worry about me. Go back and make