Original Ancestor remained calm. First, he bowed to Yunya and the elders. "Sect Master, elders, throughout my years in the Azure Mist Sect, you have cared for and nurtured me. I will remember this kindness."
Then he turned to Hu Yanbo and bowed deeply. "Senior, receiving your guidance is an immense opportunity. I am willing to follow you."
A trace of sadness flashed through Yunya's eyes, but he quickly concealed it and put on a smile. "Good! Good! Original Ancestor, we are delighted that you have encountered such an opportunity."
"The Azure Mist Sect will always stand behind you!" He immediately turned to Hu Yanbo, becoming even more attentive.
"Senior, please come to the Listening Waves Pavilion in our city and allow us to offer you some hospitality."
"Our sect's two Chaos Realm ancestors are already on their way back."
Hu Yanbo gave a slight nod.
"Very well."
The Listening Waves Pavilion stood at the highest point in Azure Mist City, forming a tranquil world of its own.
No sooner had Hu Yanbo settled in than an announcement came from outside.
"Di Xuan Cheng of the Yanfeng Guild Hall requests an audience, Senior."
A moment later, the blue-robed hall master who had stood atop the city wall entered alone, his manner even more respectful than before.
"This junior, Di Xuan Cheng, apologizes for disturbing your peace, Senior." He bowed again.
"What is it?" Hu Yanbo sat in the seat of honor, with Mohe standing like a shadow at his side.
Di Xuan Cheng dared not beat around the bush. "First, I have come on behalf of the Yanfeng Guild Hall's Azure Mist branch to express our respect for you, Senior."
"Second..." Di Xuan Cheng paused briefly, lowering his voice a little.
"An elder of my clan has entrusted me to