Chapter 246: The Golden Bamboo Fruit
Li Tongya flicked his sleeves, his expression tinged with a hint of melancholy as the north wind rustled through the woods, the echo of their words lingering. The Qi Cultivator gently cupped his fist and responded, "That's a pity…"
Li Tongya nodded and asked, "May I know your name?"
The man responded with a light gesture of respect and smiled as he replied, "Xiao Jiuqing."
As they were talking, a gust of wind whooshed down the path. The newcomer had sharp eyes and was clad in a snow-white fox fur coat with a dharma sword tied at his waist. Despite appearing to be in his early forties, he maintained the handsome features that a middle-aged man would otherwise possess. Relaxing his spell, he cupped his fist and greeted them.
"It has been many years Brother Tongya, but you still carry yourself with grace!"
Li Tongya laughed heartily and returned the gesture. "Likewise, Brother Yongling!"
The newcomer was none other than Xiao Yongling, possessing the ninth heavenly level of the Qi Cultivation Realm, a status he had polished over many years. He smiled warmly.
"Brother Tongya, your progress has been swift, putting me to shame!"
He waved to Xiao Jiuqing, who was standing quietly aside, waiting on them.