Chapter 165 - 137: The Cave Abode
Chen Li hastily offered his modesty.
Xia Hongyi made some courteous remarks and wasn’t in a rush to discuss serious matters. He picked up the thread of conversation and chatted about all sorts of things, occasionally inquiring about Chen Li’s past experiences. While talking, he compared what he learned with the information he had collected, secretly weighing and observing the other person.
"...I’ve been hanging around in Green River District before, but later the situation there deteriorated, with demon beasts running rampant. It was only in the past few years that I managed to join the Yu Family’s caravan and migrate to Luoluo City." Chen Li knew this was a necessary background check, so he told the truth, his attitude polite yet respectful.
"The Yu Family?"
"They’re a Foundation Establishment family that came to Green River District to escape from the chaos of war." Chen Li briefly explained, "Otherwise, it wouldn’t have been easy to leave Green River District."
"I am aware of Green River District; it’s located in the Barbaric Wilderness, surrounded by dangers on all sides." Xia Hongyi’s demeanor was gentle, and he smiled, "It is indeed not easy for a Fellow Daoist, a Loose Cultivator like yourself, to successfully establish a foundation."
Chen Li once again demurred modestly.
Xia Hongyi was satisfied in his heart.
From the information gathered, the other party appeared to be a typical local Loose Cultivator.
His growth trajectory was traceable with no sect affiliation, no backup, and no ties to the prior Longevity Sect. It was even less likely that he was a spy sent by other sects.
"You’re new to the Returning True Sect, so I imagine you must be busy with many trifles. I won’t chat much longer!" After saying that, Xia Hongyi asked him to wait for a moment. He then went into the inner room, returning after about ten minutes.