She understood what Gu Changqing meant.
Houtu did not spell it out, instead immediately playing along with his words:
"Hehe, indeed!"
"Fellow Daoist Changqing really did have too much to drink earlier."
"But that is no matter!"
As her words fell, the two exchanged a smile.
Their smiles held a wealth of meaning.
Then Gu Changqing noticed the Six Paths of Reincarnation gradually taking shape.
"Hehe, it seems Fellow Daoist Houtu no longer needs me to say anything more."
"I shall take my leave, then, and return to my cave abode for a drink..."
He spoke as he swayed unsteadily to his feet.
As he spoke, he immediately started walking toward the exit of the Underworld.
This time, Houtu did not stop him.
She knew that Gu Changqing was, after all, a Jie Sect Disciple. He could not remain in her Underworld forever.
In truth, the fact that Gu Changqing had gone this far, helping her at every turn, had already filled Houtu with emotion and gratitude.
"My Underworld shall always welcome your arrival, Fellow Daoist Changqing!"
"All the spirit roots, immortal fruits, treasures, and even the laws and order here are yours to use as you please."
Watching Gu Changqing's retreating figure, Houtu spoke with a solemn expression.
It was as though she were making an unshakable promise.
Gu Changqing did not turn back.
With his back to Houtu, he merely waved a hand, letting out peals of bold, unrestrained laughter.
His manner fully displayed the Wine Sword Immortal's carefree spirit and delight.
Then he gradually vanished from Houtu's sight.
Meanwhile, in the outside world!
At a certain moment, Gu Changqing's figure quietly emerged from the Underworld.
At the sight, Jieyin and Zhunti, who had long been waiting in hiding, were instantly stirred.
"Senior Brother, that brat has