Niu Youdao went from house to house along the road, asking questions. From where he leaned against the railing, Ao Feng could tell at a glance what Niu Youdao was after.
When it was his turn, Ao Feng was called down and met Niu Youdao in the middle of the road.
After Qin, Ke, and the two men keeping watch had moved away, Ao Feng saw how Niu Youdao had questioned the others ahead of him. He knew Niu Youdao had already created a suitable setting for conversation and that they could speak freely. In a low voice, he said, "You really came. Niu Youdao, I truly surrender to you. I've seen bold people, but never anyone as bold as you. You actually came to Boundless Garden just like this. You're really something. I reckon even the disciples of the Nine Saints would admire you so much they'd fall prostrate in awe if they found out."
Niu Youdao said, "There was no choice. My previous meeting with you, sir, was too brief. There were many things I hadn't figured out, so I had to find a way to meet you again."
Ao Feng said, "What I find strange is this: doing something like this, aren't you afraid at all?"
Niu Youdao said, "Fear is useless. You get used to everything eventually. Once you're used to it, it's just another matter. You only need to proceed cautiously; there's nothing to fear."
Ao Feng said, "It seems you've done quite a few things audacious enough to blot out the heavens."
Niu Youdao said, "Are you praising me or insulting me? Sir, it wasn't easy for me to get in here. Let's use our time to discuss serious business."
Ao Feng said, "I've thought this over and over. Even if we could deal