Upon hearing this, the Guardian of Beiwang City suddenly stood up.
"What did you say? He's Xu Shi, from the Wind Spirit Moon Shadow Sect?"
"Yes, my lord…" The steward was somewhat puzzled, as the Guardian usually remained calm, yet now seemed so agitated.
"Where is he now?"
The Guardian of Beiwang City spoke with a tone of urgency.
"He is waiting within the Guardian Mansion!" the steward replied.
The Guardian swiftly rose to his feet, hurrying outside.
...
Moments later.
Lin Chen, who had been waiting, slowly opened his eyes and saw a somewhat familiar figure approaching him.
"Brother Xu! It's really you!"
"Brother Wan? What are you doing here..."
Lin Chen blinked, utterly surprised that the Guardian of Beiwang City turned out to be his fellow sect disciple, Wan Xun!
Of course, Lin Chen was currently meeting Wan Xun under the identity of Xu Shi.
Quickly adjusting his mindset, Lin Chen cupped his hands and said:
