His thoughts stirring, Zhao Qianyun looked away. “Brother Xu, it’s been a while.” He slightly bowed to everyone as a greeting.

This act was a bit disrespectful, but it seemed natural coming from him. Even the cold and cruel Dong Hanzhu didn’t feel as if he were being mocked.

In the end, strength decided status.

Xu Guzi’s smiling was blinding. He glanced at the stiff Zuo Lanyue and said, “Scion, these fellow daoists and I have decided to join forces and hunt down the ancient tree monster.”

Zhao Qianyun nodded. “Good. Then, let’s leave.”

He turned and started walking away from the mountain, no delay in his actions. Zhou Fenghuang and Mu Qingluan looked at him, their eyes shining as they hurriedly followed behind.

When they each moved and saw each other’s movements, their gentle eyes immediately became ferocious and vicious. They ruthlessly glared at each other before quickening their pace...