"That old man owes me three favors. When you get there, just tell him you're the granddaughter of me, Elder Zhong. He'll naturally help you unconditionally."
Elder Zhong looked at Gu Qingzhi beside him with a kindly smile.
This scene left Ye Lin unable to help but marvel. This was connections—this was the foundation of a top-tier force.
There were people everywhere.
Unlike those Rogue Cultivators, who could only flee in a panic when trouble came knocking.
"Alright, Grandpa Zhong. Get some proper rest. I'm leaving."
Gu Qingzhi readily agreed, then waved to Elder Zhong.
"Be careful."
Watching Gu Qingzhi's retreating figure, Elder Zhong let out a sigh.
He truly liked this girl, but some people, some roads, had to be walked.
How could seeking the Dao be without danger?
Especially when contending for the Great Dao—one misstep, and one could die without even a burial place.
But once a child had grown up, they had to go out and make their own way. They could not live beneath the wings of their elders forever.
Meanwhile, Gu Qingzhi left the Music Sect with Ye Lin.
These days were precisely when the teleportation array would open, and she had naturally made her preparations.
Preparations to head for the Second Region.
Preparations to contend against those monstrous prodigies of the Second Region.
"I helped you with such a huge favor this time. How are you planning to thank me?"
Gu Qingzhi tilted her head at Ye Lin and asked softly.
"How should I thank you?"
Ye Lin gave Gu Qingzhi a deep look, then pondered to himself for quite some time.
"How about... helping you kill someone?"
"Forget it."
Gu Qingzhi turned and left, leaving Ye Lin standing where he was with a helpless expression.
Women were too troublesome.
Once they reached