Soon, word spread throughout the Qingtian Sect that Venerable Baili had emerged from seclusion and intended to take on disciples.
It left everyone restless, especially the newer disciples. They were so excited they wished they could grow two extra legs and fly straight to the main peak.
*
"Out of seclusion?"
Zhong Lihan, who was hurrying out to find Su Qiao, happened to run into Gu Nanyi, who was likewise rushing to find him.
Hearing the news she brought, Zhong Lihan's heart sank, and he grew even more anxious.
"Yes. Baili Jing has emerged from seclusion for the first time in hundreds of years. Everyone in the sect has gone to the main peak. He even specifically asked to see this year's new disciples. He must be planning to take on a disciple."
Gu Nanyi's blue robes fluttered, her features as beautiful as a painting, but a hint of urgency showed between her brows.
Their plan was about to be carried out, yet Baili Jing had unexpectedly emerged from seclusion at this very moment.
She was afraid that the two of them would start fighting again the moment they met.
If that happened, forget about the plan. The two of them might even end up grievously wounded once more.
Thinking Gu Nanyi had come to inform him, Zhong Lihan snorted. "I'm not going."
I'd better keep out of sight this time.
I'll take the little woman away first. Otherwise, that treacherous bastard might set his sights on her again.
With that thought, Zhong Lihan became even more eager to find Su Qiao as quickly as possible.
Gu Nanyi was still fretting. When she saw him turn and head outside the mountain gate, she froze for a moment. "What are you going to do?"
"Mind your own business."
Zhong Lihan showed