His own disciple had just been through one battle after another and was badly depleted. Right now, he needed rest.
Since that cave abode had been left behind by a Sixth Realm Great Cultivator, it was bound to be fraught with danger, even around the outskirts. He didn't want Gu Chengming following him into danger again.
As his master, he ought to take a chance himself. Perhaps he might even find some rare treasure that would greatly benefit Gu Chengming.
By the light of the moon, Ren Wencai slipped into the shadows, convinced he'd covered his tracks perfectly.
"Master, where are you planning to go for a walk in the middle of the night?"
A clear voice suddenly rang out from the entrance to the stone cave.
Ren Wencai's body stiffened. Gu Chengming was standing at the entrance, leaning against the stone wall with his arms crossed and a smile on his face. When had he gotten there?
The moonlight spilled over Gu Chengming, stretching his shadow long behind him.
"Ch-Chengming, when did you wake up?" Ren Wencai gave an awkward cough, trying to hide his embarrassment at being caught.
"I woke up as soon as you started pretending to sleep." Gu Chengming mercilessly exposed the old man's clumsy acting.
Ren Wencai's old face reddened. He sighed. "Since you've guessed, don't try to stop me. We don't know what's inside that cave abode. I'll go scout ahead. If it's truly dangerous, it'll be easier for me to get away on my own."
"Master, you said before that the cultivation world was treacherous and you were afraid you couldn't protect me. Now that there's something good to be had, you want to go and keep it all for yourself? That hardly follows Wenjian Sect's rules. Besides, that little bit of danger