With a loud bang, a fist-sized rock was blasted to pieces.
"This..." Ye Qiu was startled, then hurriedly said, "Big Brother, this kind of power is too terrifying. How did you do it?"
Hearing Ye Qiu's words, the man in blue robes smiled and shook his head. "This power comes from how quickly my strength has improved. As I am now, I could probably kill even a peak Golden Core Realm cultivator with ease!"
As he spoke, the man in blue robes glanced at Ye Qiu and smiled. "However, I am not someone who covets comfort and pleasure. I came to take part in the Sect Manor Grand Competition only to gain experience. As for the Sect Manor's treasures, they hold no attraction for me. So rest assured."
Ye Qiu nodded. "Then thank you, Big Brother!"
"Hehe... no need to be so polite!" The man in blue robes waved his hand and continued, "We are fellow disciples. Looking after each other is only natural. This is not our first meeting either, so there is no need for formalities."
The man in blue robes continued, "By the way, how long do you plan to stay?"
Hearing this, Ye Qiu pondered for a moment before saying, "I don't know. I haven't figured it out yet."
The man in blue robes nodded and did not dwell on the matter.
"By the way, Ye Qiu, do you know of any fun places among the four great clans of Azure Province? For example..." the man in blue robes asked.
As soon as he finished asking, Ye Qiu immediately said, "I know of a secret gathering place. Not only does it have delicious food and drink, but there are also all kinds of rare exotic beasts. Big Brother, do you want to go?"
"Sure!" At these