At first, Song Yan had been somewhat surprised.
With the matter of contemplating the immortal legacy approaching, Chivalrous Heroes Island had become a jumble of fish and dragons, drawing people from every walk of life. Worried about being dragged into inexplicable trouble, Song Yan had instructed Zhou Jue to be cautious about accepting commissions.
The boy was quick-witted and indeed very careful. He would only inform Song Yan and leave the decision to him when he thought it truly necessary.
The closer that great day drew, the fewer people with connections came seeking out the Worry-Relief Pavilion.
They had not had a customer in quite some time.
Yet when Song Yan arrived at the Worry-Relief Pavilion and met the client, he discovered that it was a returning customer.
"Fellow Daoist Shen, I trust you've been well. What fine assignment have you brought me this time?"
The visitor was none other than Shen Xu.
Shen Xu smiled at his words. "Please don't tease me, Fellow Daoist Song. This time, I've come specifically to deliver something to you, Young Pavilion Master."
"Oh? What could it be, to trouble you to make the trip in person?"
Without further ado, Shen Xu turned his wrist, revealing an object in his palm.
The precious jade was black and white, its two radiant colors sometimes mingling and merging, sometimes remaining sharply distinct.
Shen Xu offered him the precious jade. "The opportunity to contemplate Venerable Green Lotus's ruins on Chivalrous Heroes Island has set the entire Cultivation World abuzz. I'm sure you've already heard about it, Fellow Daoist Song, so there's no need for me to elaborate."
"This edict is what I've come to give you. I invite you to take part in this unparalleled opportunity, Young Pavilion Master."
Song Yan raised an eyebrow and gave Shen