The moment those words left his mouth, Lord of the Land before him turned deathly pale and hurriedly warned, "My lord, mind your words! Please mind your words!"
Lu Chen realized he had misspoken as well. He nodded and said no more.
Lord of the Land steadied himself before continuing, "My lord, what this minor deity said just now was merely my own speculation, offered only for your consideration. I would not dare draw a conclusion from it. The situation remains unclear; neither you nor I know what exactly lies within."
"Alright, I understand. Is there anything else, Lord of the Land?"
"No, no. This minor deity has told you everything I know, think, and suspect. There has not been the slightest concealment!" Lord of the Land said solemnly, every word ringing firm.
Lu Chen rose and cupped his fists. "Then many thanks for your guidance, Lord of the Land. Rest assured, if this matter succeeds, I will never go back on what I promised you."
"Thank you, my lord!"
"Farewell."
"This minor deity shall see you out at once."
With that, Lord of the Land lightly tapped his cane.
Lu Chen's consciousness returned to his body, and he was once again standing atop that small hill.
Lord of the Land manifested beside him as well.
"Lord of the Land, until we meet again!"
"Farewell, my lord!"
Lu Chen had only taken a few steps when he seemed to recall something and stopped. "By the way, Lord of the Land..."
"Do you have any further instructions, my lord?"
"Before me, did any Spirit Users come to ask you about this matter?"
"Well... there were some. But this minor deity did not reveal a single thing. Those children of great mortal clans may be wealthy and noble, but they are beneath