The Spirit Medium looked back, still just as respectful.
"How long has your Deputy Abbey Master held his position?" Luo Bin asked.
"Over half a year. When Abbey Master Taixuan returned from the Land Near Heaven, Deputy Abbey Master Hu Taiqing distinguished himself and was chosen to join the abbey on Iron Temple Mountain," the Spirit Medium answered truthfully.
"Among those who came with you, did anyone join Iron Temple Mountain recently?" Luo Bin asked again.
"You must be joking, Venue Master Luo. For such an important operation, Abbey Master Taixuan carefully selected a group of people. Most are veteran Three Immortals Spirit Mediums-no, Four Immortals Spirit Mediums-with a few promising disciples like me, Three Immortals Spirit Mediums, given the chance to gain experience." The Spirit Medium was extremely earnest. "How could anyone who had only just joined Iron Temple Mountain be among us?"
After a brief pause, he added, "The Old Abbey Master's death caused unrest on Iron Temple Mountain a while ago. There were plenty of people with ulterior motives, so anyone joining the abbey undergoes strict screening. Even if they're allowed to stay, they won't receive any appointment for some time."
Luo Bin nodded in understanding and gestured for them to leave.
The Green-Robed Disciple and the Spirit Medium departed.
Luo Bin opened the wooden box. Inside lay a booklet and some incense sticks.
Fourth Master Gray's eyes darted around even faster. His rat mouth made faint clicking sounds, full of excitement.
Then Luo Bin closed the lid and briefly shut his eyes.
He had asked the Spirit Medium that series of questions because only now had he realized he had overlooked something. After Bai Xian's request to accompany them to Black City Monastery was rejected, she left, and everyone dispersed from the Upper Clarity Hall.
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