At first, no one had paid Li Chen any attention at the guesthouse. But in recent days, his doorstep had become as busy as a marketplace. Almost overnight, his fame had swept through Sea Eye City, and everyone knew his name.
People from all quarters were deeply curious about such a legendary figure. Even those who had no intention of buying the treasures in his possession often hoped to seize the chance to befriend him.
Even the Foundation Establishment Cultivators who were also heading to join the Golden Sun Gate, and who had previously kept their distance because they belonged to different races, now grew warm toward him.
Merfolk, Naga, Sea Folk, and other nonhuman races alike showed tremendous interest in him.
But as the saying went, people feared fame as pigs feared growing fat. After some time, this life began to lose its appeal.
Li Chen had initially found it novel and had even deliberately cultivated his reputation. Later, unable to bear the constant disturbance, he simply hid away and stopped seeing visitors. After all, the waters surrounding Sea Eye City extended a hundred li in every direction. He could hide in any stretch of water, and others would have trouble finding him.
He called it hiding because, if anyone discovered him out fishing now, he certainly would not get any peace.
Everyone wanted to come over for a picture with him and borrow a little of his luck. Socializing alone could consume most of the day, leaving no room for cultivation or leisure.
Fortunately, the end of the year soon arrived, and the day of their departure for the Golden Sun Gate drew ever closer.
On the twenty-seventh day of the twelfth month, Yu Youxian returned as promised. Appearing in Sea Eye City alongside her were several other