No Mere Worldly Visitor

"So that was the case. Then it truly would be inconvenient. Since that is so, please forgive Myriad Beasts Sect for its discourtesy; we shall not see you off. Take care on your journey, sir!" Qiu Shan said, cupping his hands in farewell.

He did not continue to urge him to stay, nor did he wish to, lest he invite trouble.

"Until we meet again!" Jia Wuqun said with a beaming smile, cupped his hands, then turned to leave.

Qiu Shan had just breathed a sigh of relief when Jia Wuqun, having taken only a few steps, suddenly raised a hand and slapped his forehead. He turned back and returned. "Elder Qiu, I was muddleheaded. The Chancellor also instructed me to convey something else, and I nearly forgot. I hope Elder Qiu can pass it on to Sect Master Xi Haitang."

Qiu Shan forced a smile. "I am all ears."

Jia Wuqun said solemnly, "It is like this: warfare is unpredictable, and the Yan army's offensive is truly ferocious. Our army has struggled to hold them back. The generals surveyed the land of Song Kingdom far and wide, and after choosing and choosing, they discovered that the terrain around Myriad Beasts Sect is exceptionally suited for battle. They intend to lure the enemy here and make this place the main battlefield for the decisive battle against the Yan army! Myriad Beasts Sect has stood in Great Song for many years, and surely has Song's interests at heart as well. You certainly will not begrudge lending the place. I have delivered the message. Myriad Beasts Sect should make preparations early. Jia takes his leave; Elder Qiu, no need to see me off!"

Qiu Shan's face darkened.

Jia Wuqun had already turned away. With a flick of both sleeves, he looked ready