What kind of shrewd man was Wei Wuwei? In an instant, he understood that Lord Lu likely hoped Hu Yun could take Mister Ji as his master. It also showed that Lord Lu truly cared rather deeply about Hu Yun. Wei Wuwei pondered for a moment, then cast a sidelong glance toward one corner of the table Lord Lu had set out. There, a small incense burner slowly emitted calming sandalwood incense, carved with an exaggerated lion in a traditional style.
"Please calm your anger first, Mister Lu. Hu Yun taking Mister Xie as his master was partly Mister Ji's intention as well. That Mister Xie is no simple figure either."
"Hmm?"
Lord Lu looked at Wei Wuwei.
"I hope Patriarch Wei can clear up my confusion."
"Clear up your confusion would be too much. I can only make some guesses based on what Wei knows. Mister Xie's origins are exceedingly mysterious. Before he suddenly appeared at Mister Ji's side, there had not been a single rumor of him anywhere in the world, nor had anyone seen him with any other relatives or friends. He was merely close to Mister Ji. His appearance was much like..."
Wei Wuwei stopped there. He knew Lord Lu was a clever man as well. Sure enough, the latter's gaze flickered. Looking at Wei Wuwei, he continued the thought for him.
"Much like... Honored Master back then..."
Wei Wuwei nodded lightly, then added.
"Of course, not many people now know for certain that Mister Xie exists. Compared with Mister Ji, Mister Xie's cultivation was clearly still somewhat lacking, but he was absolutely extraordinary nonetheless. Hu Yun could learn a whole body of fine skills under him. Perhaps he was also more suited to him."
Lord Lu shook his head slightly.
"Alas, that Little Fox Cub