Outside the Dao Field, Nuwa frowned.
She had thought Tongtian would come out to greet her once she announced her name. Yet after all this time, there had not been the slightest response.
Houtu felt rather awkward as well.
She had solemnly assured Nuwa earlier that she knew this expert.
Although she had never expected Tongtian to be able to bring Fuxi back to life, he could at least come out and show his face.
If he refused even to see her, how was she supposed to take things any further?
Watching Nuwa's expression grow darker and darker, Houtu called out again.
"Fellow Daoist Tongtian, please come out and meet us. Saint Nuwa and I have come on important business. If you are willing to see us, I will reward you generously."
There was no helping it. With circumstances forcing her hand, Houtu could only tempt him with a reward.
Even she had not yet figured out what she could offer Xu Tong.
But just as Houtu finished speaking, the gates of the Dao Field suddenly opened, revealing a figure standing inside.
Both Houtu and Nuwa looked exasperated.
Isn't this fellow a little too mercenary? He won't even show his face unless we offer him something?
Xu Tong rubbed his nose awkwardly.
It really was a coincidence.
He had previously declared that he would keep his head down until he was invincible in the Primordial World before leaving seclusion.
But now they had come knocking at his door. Nuwa was a Sage, after all. After some consideration, Xu Tong had decided to show her a little courtesy.
Of course, Xu Tong would never admit that he was simply getting bored and wanted to look at some beautiful women.
Beyond that, however, Xu Tong had another, far more important reason.
He