The Ancient God Emperor met Huang Yuchuan's eyes beneath their masks and immediately understood the unspoken meaning.
Huang Yuchuan was powerful. Having him and Gaishi hold Huang Yuchuan back was actually a boon for the Kaoshan Sect—and a huge one at that.
With Huang Yuchuan's strength, many disciples were no match for him. If he used the Imperial Clan Ascending Dragon Technique, he would be even more terrifying. It was far better to keep him here than let him return to the battlefield.
Besides, the Ancient God Emperor was certain that Gai Mao and Gai Jie—two fellows with brains about as sharp as Gaishi's—would bring their people to settle the score once they left. That way, he and Gaishi wouldn't just be keeping Huang Yuchuan occupied.
After pondering for a moment, the Ancient God Emperor smiled and nodded. "Whether I can learn it, and how long it takes me to grasp, depends on how you teach me."
Huang Yuchuan said, "I learn things quickly, but I'm not good at teaching people. You'd better be prepared; it might take quite a while."
The Ancient God Emperor replied, "I'll be learning an Imperial Clan Secret Technique. Why should I care about a little time? As long as I learn it before the Immortal Emperor War ends, that's all that matters."
The two exchanged smiles.
Gaishi sat beside them, watching the two trade meaningful glances. "Why does it feel like you two are talking in riddles, like you've got some hidden meaning behind every word?"
The Ancient God Emperor patted Gaishi on the shoulder. "Sometimes I think you're pretty cute, too, Ah Gai."
"Ah... Ah Gai?" Gaishi felt a little creeped out. "Since when did you start giving people nicknames?"
"I've been around you for so long, I picked it up just by