To be revered and to be a master—only one word separated the two, yet their meanings were entirely different.
At first, Yue Guan had only wanted to join Lin Du's ranks and follow his orders.
However, as Lin Du gradually revealed the truth of how he had obtained the Immortal Herbs, Yue Guan's attitude shifted from merely awaiting orders to placing Lin Du on equal footing with Bibi Dong, willing to revere him.
But! Upon learning that Lin Du possessed a treasured place capable of reducing the growth time of Immortal Herbs, and that he might even have a chance to obtain the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum in the future—
He was willing to become Lin Du's servant outright and acknowledge him as his master!
Though it was merely a change in three forms of address, it also reflected Yue Guan's changing mindset. By now, he had been completely captivated by the grand promise Lin Du had painted for him and could no longer pull himself away!
"Chrysanthemum Douluo, there's no need to rush. We can discuss the rest slowly after meeting Ghost Douluo."
"It is getting late. You are still the Pope's trusted confidant, after all, so it would not be suitable for you to remain in Douluo Hall for too long. You should leave early."
Lin Du did not accept Yue Guan's pledge of allegiance. Instead, he directly issued an order to see him off, signaling that it was about time for Yue Guan to leave.
"I understand, Saint Son. I will persuade Old Ghost as soon as possible and bring him to see you!"
Yue Guan did not linger either. After rising and bowing to Lin Du, his red ceremonial robes swept up a light breeze, and he vanished from Lin Du's sight, leaving behind only a