Deputy City Lord Tianyin did not leave.
He looked at He Pingsheng and asked with a smile, "Not bad... you could fight Ji Wuxin to a draw with Immortal Essence and strength alone!"
"He Pingsheng, oh, He Pingsheng... you're impressive!"
"Perhaps you don't yet know Ji Wuxin's reputation!"
"Hahahaha..."
"I still lack a final disciple. Would you like to take me as your master?"
"Of course, everyone has their own aspirations. An outstanding dragon or phoenix like you shouldn't have to settle for less!"
"Become my disciple if you wish. If you don't, I won't force you!"
On the surface, Deputy City Lord Tianyin seemed decent. At the very least, he looked like an elder who cared about the younger generation.
But who could say for certain about some things?
He Pingsheng did not want an old fox watching him all day long. If he could refuse, he should.
If he could not refuse, he would adapt to the circumstances.
"Thank you for your support, Senior!" He cupped his hands toward Tianyin. "But what I said just now was the truth. I already have a master, and my Master treats me very well. I cannot join someone else's tutelage!"
"Mm!" Tianyin truly did not press him or waste any words. Instead, he fumbled inside his sleeve, took out a golden Token, and handed it to He Pingsheng. "This is my Golden Token. I can't promise anything else, but within the territory governed by Heaven and Earth Immortal City, it does have some uses!"
"It's yours!"
"If you encounter difficulties in the future, this token may help you resolve a crisis!"
"Go!"
With that, Tianyin waved his hand. "With my Token, you can fly within the city without any trouble!"
He Pingsheng accepted the golden token, bowed respectfully, then turned into