Qin Fang was indeed surprised, but his expression remained unchanged. He cupped his hands and smiled gently. "Senior Brother Mu, you flatter me. You two have come from afar—how could it be called presumptuous? Rather, it is this junior brother who has been remiss in his hospitality. Please, come inside and let us talk."
He led the two into a reception pavilion within the valley, and Inner Sect disciples soon brought over spirit tea.
Senior Sister naturally sat to one side to keep them company, dignified in bearing, her gaze occasionally sweeping over Liu Qingshuang.
Mu Changge lifted his teacup and lightly inhaled its fragrance. After offering a word of praise, he continued with a smile, "To be honest, aside from the friendship between our sects, I did indeed come with a few selfish intentions. I wished to speak with Junior Brother Qin again. Later, I also heard Junior Sister Liu speak of the matters in the Cave Heaven. Unfortunately, this foolish elder brother's cultivation had already exceeded the limit, so I missed that opportunity. Yet from what Junior Sister said, I can still imagine Junior Brother's elegance..."
"One man suppressing the young geniuses of nine sects and claiming the foremost position alone—that truly commands admiration. Especially at the end—"
He paused, then sighed sincerely with a smile. "Junior Sister said that had Junior Brother not given them more time, even if she had obtained the Inheritance Sequence this time, she would most likely have returned empty-handed. So—thank you, Junior Brother."
He cupped his hands in thanks.
Liu Qingshuang also raised her teacup and said softly, "Thank you, Young Master Qin."
Qin Fang waved his hand with a calm smile. "The Cave Heaven opportunity did not mean much to me. It is already over, so there is no need to