Third Master Mu said solemnly, "Before, it was the two of us competing for you. Now, it's Senior Mu Ke and Senior Xu Wuwei competing for you. Xu Xiang Yin, this is no longer something you and I can interfere in."
Lu Yin hurriedly said, "Senior, I only want to join the Illusory God Civilization."
Third Master Mu wasn't angered by Lu Yin's words. His gaze was gentle and full of admiration, even tinged with regret. "Xuan Qi, I owe you an apology."
Lu Yin quickly replied, "You needn't apologize, Senior."
Third Master Mu took a deep breath. "I was blind to your worth and let a pearl gather dust. Xuan Qi, the Wood Talent you've acquired is extraordinary."
Xu Xiang Yin stood in front of Lu Yin, wanting to say something, but in the end, he couldn't bring himself to speak. He was unwilling to give up, but reason told him that Lu Yin could never belong to the Illusory God Space. Senior Xu Wuwei had already made his decision. This boy's future ultimately lay in Wood Space-Time.
With that thought, Xu Xiang Yin's tense, ready-for-battle air faded.
Third Master Mu found it strange but didn't ask. Instead, he said to Lu Yin, "Xuan Qi, I'd like to speak with you alone."
Lu Yin replied, "There's no need to keep anything from Senior Xu Xiang Yin."
Third Master Mu looked at Xu Xiang Yin with surprise and envy.
Xu Xiang Yin walked away dejectedly and waved a hand without saying anything.
Lu Yin watched Xu Xiang Yin's retreating back. The man was definitely reluctant to let him go. Lu Yin had taken his act too far, somehow managing to make them seem like family.
Third Master Mu looked puzzled. "Since when did that old ghost become so agreeable?"
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