Chapter 62: The Boy Finally Shows a Hint of Conscience

“Feiyu, junior brother, please stop talking. Senior brother Liu Guang and the others are doing this for your own good.”

“Don’t hold a grudge against Liu Guang and the others because of this. Truly, they’re thinking of you. You’ve made them dissatisfied several times before, and if they were petty, they would’ve just let you go alone. They’re decent people.”

Liu Qing, afraid that Bai Feiyu would misunderstand Liu Guang and his companions, hurriedly explained.

Bai Feiyu could only give a bitter smile in response. What more could he say? They really did mean well for him, but Bai Feiyu would rather they didn’t.

Now, reason was useless, and if he tried to leave forcibly, he would surely be stopped by so many people.

Bai Feiyu genuinely felt as if he had joined the wrong sect.

Up ahead, Liu Guang kept glancing back, checking on Bai Feiyu’s state. Upon seeing Bai Feiyu’s expression, he instantly understood what was on Bai Feiyu’s mind.

“Feiyu, junior brother, if you truly wish to leave us, it’s not impossible!” Liu Guang turned and addressed Bai Feiyu, “Wait a little longer. After we’ve settled on the area to stay, then we can split up.”

“At that time, you can choose to leave alone, or team up with others if you wish.”

“In any case, before we act, we must thoroughly understand what formations exist in our designated area. It’s for everyone’s safety.”

This was one of the rare moments Liu Guang patiently explained things to Bai Feiyu.

Hearing there was a chance to shake off these burdens, Bai Feiyu’s spirits immediately lifted, and even the weather seemed brighter to him.

The Toba Ruins were vast—judging from the size of the entire ruined city, a proper investigation would take months.

Of course, the sect was unlikely to let so many disciples spend that much time here.

To clear out the Toba Ruins completely was no simple matter; it could only be accomplished over a long time.

After all, no sect had the confidence to send tens of thousands of prodigies to risk their lives here.

The disciples of the Guixu Sect hadn’t encountered much danger on their journey so far, but they had triggered several formations.

Each time, Liu Guang and his companions managed to resolve the peril.

As experts at the Shackles Realm, Liu Guang and the others naturally bore the responsibility of protecting their fellow disciples.

After a thorough investigation, Liu Guang and the others designated an area. All Guixu Sect disciples were forbidden to leave this region; they were to seek their fortunes honestly within its bounds.

As for the disciples of other sects, their distance would likely not be far. No sect leader would be foolish enough to lead their disciples deep inside.

Even if the sect leader came personally, they would not dare to wander freely within the Toba Ruins. The ancient strength of the ruins could never be matched by today’s Guixu Sect, Golden Light Sect, or others—the difference between them was as vast as the spark and the bright moon.

Once each group had established their boundaries, the Guixu Sect disciples gathered in small groups, preparing to explore together.

Ziyan was pulled over by Liu Qing, her lips pouting unhappily, clearly reluctant to travel with Bai Feiyu.

Liu Qing, meanwhile, smiled warmly, like a cultured scholar, and said to Bai Feiyu, “Feiyu, junior brother, Senior brother Liu Guang and the others are planning to bring us along for the exploration. I’ve come to inform you—do you have any interest?”

Bai Feiyu was surprised. Liu Guang, at this moment, actually wanted to include him?

Bai Feiyu had assumed Liu Guang would prefer to stay as far away from him as possible; why this sudden invitation?

Bai Feiyu glanced in Liu Guang’s direction, and at that moment, Liu Guang was looking at him too—their eyes met.

Instantly, Liu Guang withdrew his gaze, pretending he’d looked over casually.

Liu Qing covered his mouth, laughing, “Feiyu, junior brother, don’t take Liu Guang’s words to heart. He’s a good man in the Eagle Alliance.”

“It’s just that, his words are sharp, but his heart is soft as tofu.”

“He personally asked me to invite you. Said your personality is extreme, and he’s afraid you’ll run into danger.”

“Hey, Liu Qing, stop talking nonsense. I’m bringing him along because I’m afraid if something happens to him, the sect leader will hold me responsible!”

Liu Guang clearly overheard Liu Qing, and was a little embarrassed.

Bai Feiyu felt warmed by this, and shook his head, “Senior brother Liu Qing, I appreciate your kindness, but I really just want to try my luck alone.”

“Don’t worry, I value my life—I won’t act recklessly.”

“I prefer solitude; too many people isn’t my style…”

Before Bai Feiyu could finish, Liu Guang’s voice rang out:

“Bai, junior brother, do you take us for burdens? Or do you think you’re so capable that you don’t want us to share the spoils?”

“We bring you along for your own good—don’t be so tactless!”

Bai Feiyu: “……”

Indeed, these past days, Bai Feiyu had come to understand Liu Guang a little. He knew Liu Guang wanted him to join the Eagle Alliance, and had high hopes for him, but Bai Feiyu always refused, leaving Liu Guang helpless.

That’s why Liu Guang was so antagonistic.

“Senior brother Liu Guang, I appreciate your concern. I know you’ve worried about me these days.”

“But this is just my nature—truly, I’m sorry.”

“As for the Eagle Alliance, I’ll consider it seriously, but even if I decide to join, it won’t be now.”

As he spoke, Bai Feiyu quickly slipped away, making a hasty escape.

He really had to seize the moment—Liu Guang was determined to invite him, and it would be disrespectful to keep refusing his good intentions.

But Bai Feiyu had no choice. With Liu Guang’s loyalty, if he learned about the compass, he would surely demand Bai Feiyu hand it over, and that was the last thing Bai Feiyu wanted.

“What did you say? Kid, don’t flatter yourself!”

Liu Guang was nearly at his wit’s end hearing Bai Feiyu’s words. Luckily, there were only a few people left—otherwise, it would be mortifying if others overheard.

He’d lose so much face.

Yet, despite his words, Liu Guang felt some emotion in his heart.

This kid finally has a bit of conscience.

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