Outside the Main Hall,
"...Lang Yu is not alone, and the structure of the Ancient Hall was not built in a day. Nor can it be broken overnight."
Yi Xing's brows had long since completely relaxed. Meeting the young man's bright, spirited gaze, he said earnestly,
"Steady yourself first. Go into seclusion peacefully... no, heal your injuries properly!"
"The one who should be anxious now is not you, but that Ungrateful Wretch!"
"Thank you for clearing away my confusion, Deputy Hall Master Yi. I'll remember it."
Li Qingshan smiled faintly and cupped his hands in farewell.
However, when his gaze swept over You Hong, who still wore a guilty expression, a hint of strange amusement appeared in his eyes.
In the end, he sighed and had no choice but to comfort him.
"Brother You, don't take it to heart. Sooner or later, Lang Yu would have seen through my injuries. You truly cannot be blamed for this!"
At those words, You Hong's expression immediately turned even more ashamed. Shaking his head, he said,
"If I hadn't spoken rashly, even pointing out the matter of 'self-destruction,' how could Lang Yu have reacted so quickly..."
Li Qingshan was helpless. He could only cup his hands, then turn and return directly to the Main Hall.
Creak—!
As the hall doors closed, You Hong's voice gradually softened. He turned to Yi Xing, his face resolute.
"Boss Yi, I've decided. Starting today, I'll stand guard here for Li Qingshan until he recovers from his injuries!"
"If his foundation is damaged beyond repair, then I'll never leave!"
"I'm gratified that you care so much for a fellow colleague..."
Yi Xing lightly pinched the bridge of his nose. Glancing at You Hong, he asked uncertainly,
"The conversation Li Qingshan and I just had... did you actually understand