"Still, it concerns this great upheaval in the cultivation world. This old man also has several enemies, each with no small power. I imagine Fellow Daoist Lu has already seen them for himself. This old man is already at death's door, but I cannot rest easy about my son, daughter-in-law, and grandson. This old man trusts Fellow Daoist Lu's character. Though I had long harbored this thought, I had received too many favors from Fellow Daoist Lu and could not bring myself to push my luck. I intended to wait and see, but now there is no time. So I will speak plainly: I hope Fellow Daoist Lu can help arrange a place for my son's family. Not only will this old man serve at Fellow Daoist Lu's command in the future, but my son's family of three will also look to Fellow Daoist Lu as their guide, follow at his side, and never betray him." Elder Chen spoke with a solemn expression.
"I'm used to coming and going alone. I don't need anyone following at my side." Lu Xiaotian shook his head. He was telling the truth. Besides, some of the places he went would only become a burden if he brought others along. Take his trip to Yinwind Valley last time—even cultivators as capable as Su Qing and Luo Qian might well have perished at Di Kun's hands. After all, the Little Fire Crow had only erupted after the icy blue flames burned onto his body.
"But you need not lose heart for now. I am indeed accustomed to being alone, but arranging a place for you is no problem." Lu Xiaotian smiled faintly. "Your family are formation masters, which is particularly rare. There are two possible destinations. One is to come with me to Soaring Heavens Palace.