Jiang Yang could no longer spare a thought for etiquette. His Spirit Sense surged out and swept straight through the thatched cottage, searching it from top to bottom.
There's only a simple Spirit-Gathering Array. It can't block my probing. Sure enough, no one's inside...
Jiang Yang withdrew his Spirit Sense, his thoughts shifting uneasily.
There was nothing unusual about Fang Xu being away from the Sect. From what Jiang Yang knew of him, his business ranged far and wide, including exploring hidden abodes for treasures, hunting monster beasts, and standing up for others.
He could be said to spend half of every year roaming outside the Sect. He had plenty of connections among the inner disciples, though his fierce appearance kept him from being particularly well-liked.
But before coming, Jiang Yang had already given the matter some thought. Fang Xu had reached Qi Refining Peak long ago, and he had obtained a Foundation Establishment Pill during the Court Examination. These few years were the best time for him to break through to Foundation Establishment.
"Since he isn't in the Sect, where could he have gone?"
Jiang Yang stared at the yellowed lettering beside the door, bewilderment lingering in his heart.
It was not that a breakthrough absolutely had to take place within the Sect, but what other place could be safer? The Foundation Establishment process could not tolerate interruptions. For disciples of the Sect, this was the best choice, and they would scarcely consider anywhere else.
"Forget it, forget it. Since he isn't here, we can try again another time."
Bai Tang could not help speaking up.
Although she was eager to learn more about her own past, she also knew this could not be rushed. They could only look for another opportunity later.
"All right."
Jiang Yang agreed.
Judging