He no longer hesitated and nodded calmly. "That's right, I obtained it."
After hearing this, Guan Wen not only showed no displeasure, but instead let out a long sigh of relief. "That's good. It seems Brother Li is the one truly favored by destiny. The masters truly did not misjudge you."
"I merely happened to obtain the Sun-Moon Heavenly Crystal a few years ago. Brother Guan overpraises me."
Guan Wen shook his head. "Brother Li has held the Sun-Moon Heavenly Crystal for so many years without being eroded by its power, and you have also gained the recognition of this gate's inheritance. None of that can be explained by mere luck."
"Though I am only a disciple of Sun-Moon Palace, I have seen quite a few people and events over these years. I can still tell who is truly worthy of being entrusted with things."
"Brother Guan flatters me."
Guan Wen smiled and did not continue the subject. "Then what are Brother Li's plans next? Will you remain here for a few more days to rest and recuperate, or do you have other arrangements?"
Li Bufan's gaze passed through the corridor toward the faint daylight filtering in from the main hall. He slowly said, "I have already been delayed here for too long. Next, I will head to Heavenly Foothill Academy in Central Province. There are still some unresolved matters there that need handling."
"Moreover, I intend to seek a breakthrough in my cultivation there."
"You're leaving now?" Guan Wen asked.
Li Bufan nodded. "The matters here have already come to an end. The future of Sun-Moon Palace is for disciples like you to write. It would not be appropriate for me to disturb you any longer."
Guan Wen nodded without trying to keep him. He merely turned sideways and