Chapter 614: A Simple Contract
The walls and ceiling of the quiet chamber were made of stone, and the ground was covered with beast hides. It was there that Li Xiaofei and his companions finally met Zhang Wannian, the leader of the camp.
This old monster, who had lived for several centuries, did not appear old at all. He looked like a man in his thirties, with slightly wavy hair, a fair complexion, and an elegant demeanor. He gave off the impression of a scholar.
"We greet the camp leader," Li Xiaofei said with a respectful fist salute.
He could sense an immense cosmic energy within Zhang Wannian that was comparable to the Xie family patriarch. Zhang Wannian was the strongest individual they had encountered since arriving on this Earth.
“There’s no need for formalities, young friend,” Zhang Wannian said in a calm and approachable tone. “I have grown older and weaker with time. Most of my days are spent on cultivation in order to simply maintain enough energy to survive. I truly apologize for not welcoming you all immediately.”
Li Xiaofei responded, “We, as uninvited guests, must have disturbed your cultivation.”
Both sides exchanged pleasantries, valuing harmony above all else.
Zhang Wannian smiled faintly and said, “I see that you and your companions are extraordinary talents like dragons and phoenixes. It is truly rare for all of you to gather here at my humble Grandpa Lakeside Camp. My friend Li, have you come to Taibai Mountains with something to ask of me?”
Zhang Wannian had wondered about that in private. From his perspective, the level of cultivation possessed by Li Xiaofei and his group would allow them to easily establish their own survivor camp at any magnetic spiritual site. Yet they had waited here for him to emerge from seclusion. They must have an agenda.
Li Xiaofei nodded and said, “We wish to seek your guidance regarding the current state of Earth’s grand affairs.”
"Grand affairs?" Zhang Wannian was momentarily stunned, then let out a bitter laugh. "Humanity is nearly extinct. What grand affairs could there possibly be? Sigh, the era of grand affairs has long since passed."