Chapter 102: Lure the Snake Out of Its Hole

Huo Dun seemed to grasp Bai Qi's somewhat absent-minded understanding of the soul realm. He chuckled lightly and simply replied, “The realm of the soul can only be explored by oneself, for this profoundly mysterious thing does indeed exist, yet cannot be named. Perhaps our knowledge remains too limited. If you ever have the chance in the future, venture to the Central Plains, where you encounter more advanced alchemists, you will naturally understand.”

Bai Qi nodded, a trace of puzzlement in his eyes. It seemed that neither Huo Dun nor Yuan Hua spoke much about matters of the soul.

At this moment, Huo Dun continued, “As for the sect's affairs, being high-ranking members, we are always vigilant. Recently, we have heard that members of the Ghost King Sect have been brazenly entering our sect. It appears that the other party has been planning this for a long time, and there are also issues among our own ranks.” With that, his gaze turned toward the window, peering out at the distant clouds and mist with an eager longing, then he turned back, fixing his eyes on Bai Qi, his voice carrying the weight of necessity as he said, “The Pill Hall and Artifact Hall are, as you mentioned, two separate factions without connection, but there must be someone to step forward and take charge, right?”

Bai Qi now understood the meaning behind the words. He raised the teacup in his hand, took a sip, and asked in return, “What does Hall Master Huo mean?”

“Our Washa Sect has been stagnant for many years. The sect leader is in seclusion and rarely intervenes in affairs, so we need someone to lead this critical situation. The incident at the Binhe River will soon be eyed by surrounding powers, and we cannot handle it alone. We should seek allies to jointly open the way through the Binhe River.”