Li Wujing did not ask Huang Xiao to explain, but answered directly himself. "I am Li Wujing of the Taixuan Sect. I have long admired the great reputations of Chief Hong and Young Manor Lord Dugu."
After hearing Li Wujing introduce himself, Hong Yi and Dugu Sheng both looked puzzled and confused. They turned to Huang Xiao, waiting for his explanation.
They knew very well that Huang Xiao and the Taixuan Sect could not possibly get along. If they met, they would probably draw blades against each other, so why had he brought a Taixuan Sect disciple here?
"No need to be surprised. It's a long story, and there will be time to explain it later," Huang Xiao said. "As for my disguise, I won't hide it from you. That was also required by the Imperial Court."
"Chief Hong, my injuries are quite serious. Might I borrow a quiet room here to regulate my breathing for a while?" Li Wujing spoke again before Huang Xiao could continue.
Hong Yi nodded. "You're too polite, Young Master Li. That's a small matter. Someone, come here."
A Beggar Gang disciple hurried in from outside, and Hong Yi said, "Take Young Master Li to a guest room to rest."
Li Wujing naturally had his own reasons for asking to withdraw and tend to his injuries.
What Huang Xiao was about to discuss with Hong Yi and Dugu Sheng was probably rather confidential, so it would be inappropriate for him to remain. There was certainly nothing wrong with stepping aside.
After all, he was not even particularly familiar with Huang Xiao, much less Hong Yi and Dugu Sheng. With him present, they probably would not feel free to speak openly.
Of course, Li Wujing's injuries really were quite serious. Although Huang Xiao had stabilized them