"Of course, of course."
Yun Mingmie smiled too, though inside he felt sick. How could anyone in the world become friends by forming a Life-Death Gu?
"Since we're friends, if I get the chance, I'll have to ask you about a few things. We might even travel together on the way back to the Guide Road court."
Xu Yi patted Yun Mingmie on the shoulder as he spoke.
"What? You're going to escort the bride!"
Yun Mingmie's expression changed abruptly.
"What, am I not allowed to go?"
Xu Yi smiled. "Relax. I only want to ask you about the taboos and local customs of the Guide Road. Why make such a fuss?"
Just then, a young man in a crimson robe approached and clapped Yun Mingmie on the shoulder. "Old Seven, what are you doing here? Third Young Master has come up with another masterpiece. The noblewomen and young ladies are screaming their heads off. Aren't you going over to offer your critique? Be careful someone else beats you to it, or you'll regret it."
Yun Mingmie gave Xu Yi a long look, then left, torn with indecision.
Having completed his reception duties and met with Yun Mingmie, Xu Yi still couldn't relax. The Spiritual Connection Jade he'd been keeping an eye on had yet to show any change.
Xu Yi found this sort of gathering unbearable, but he had no choice but to stay and endure it.
Since he had taken on the role of reception envoy, he had met quite a few people. No one could guess where he had come from, so they treated him with particular courtesy. Before long, he was swamped with social obligations.
Suddenly, a tremendous cheer erupted from the west.
At its center was a social circle made up of Third Young Master