Qiu Wa didn't want to go, but Desolate Ancestor was thinking of accompanying her. Xu Yi told him to stay home and refine his spiritual energy, and instructed him to visit Seeker's Platform when he had time to exchange for two Sub-Orders, so they could better control the cave abode.
After giving his instructions, he went straight to Cultivator Meng's residence.
Their cave abodes were right next to each other, just a step apart. Xu Yi called out twice in front of the abode, and a handsome young cultivator with bright features came out.
After Xu Yi explained why he had come, the young cultivator's face lit up. He lowered the restrictions and welcomed Xu Yi onto the Green Flat.
After introducing themselves, they learned that the young cultivator's surname was Meng and his name was Meng Fu.
Meng Fu led Xu Yi to sit beneath an old tree with luxuriant branches on the Green Flat, then took out a tea set and brewed fragrant tea. After a few perfunctory courtesies, Meng Fu explained the real purpose of his previous visit: he wanted to recommend Xu Yi for membership in a small group called the Co-learning Society.
Xu Yi had heard Desolate Ancestor describe the lives of the probationary disciples here. Because of the sect's rules, they were basically restricted to an area within a hundred li of the mountain gate. With such a small radius of activity, it was inevitable that all sorts of little groups would form.
Since he wanted to fit into the lives of the probationary disciples, he hadn't planned to do anything unconventional. He had also thought about joining a small group and blending in to get a feel for things. He just hadn't expected Meng Fu to come looking for him on his own.