82: We are close friends

It was quite normal for Lin Guangzheng to be angry.

Because he knew his situation very well; the longer he stayed at this new Spirit Mine, the slimmer his chances of leaving became.

When the Great Elder had instructed him to come here, he had said that he would find a way for him to leave after the mission was completed.

But now, with no progress whatsoever, the longer Time dragged on, the more anxious he would become.

Just thinking about the experience of that old friend, Lin Guangzheng couldn't help but feel a chill run down his spine.

He sat on the wooden chair, his somewhat cloudy eyes fixed on Xu Changsheng, his face ashen.

"Master, I will do my best," Xu Changsheng said cautiously.

"Hmph, if you can't do it, don't even think about leaving this place your whole life," Lin Guangzheng said sternly.

Hearing these words that verged on threatening, Xu Changsheng dared not show the slightest resentment, only becoming more respectful.

Seeing that he had no other movements, Lin Guangzheng raised his voice, "Why aren't you getting out?"

Xu Changsheng quickly bowed and left.

Stepping out of the room, he took a deep breath and looked at Zhou Luo's house not far away, his face full of conflict.

Finally, he still walked over.

Bang bang--

"Come in," Zhou Luo's voice came from inside the house.

Xu Changsheng pushed the door open and entered, looking at his friend who was Pill Refining, and said apologetically, "Sorry to bother you again."

Zhou Luo didn't reply, quietly completing the final step of Pill Refining.

Soon, a scent of Pills wafted out, and the Pill Formation was complete.

At the bottom of the furnace lay several First-Order Pills.

He collected them, placed them into a jade bottle beside him, and poured a cup of spiritual tea for Xu Changsheng.

"Did your Master kick you out again?" Zhou Luo asked as he sat down.

Through their conversations these past few days, Zhou Luo also knew that although Xu Changsheng had become a Disciple of an Array Master and thus saved his life,

the other party had a fiery temper and extremely strict requirements. With the slightest thing not to his liking, he would unleash a torrent of reprimands, as if Xu Changsheng wasn't a Disciple to him, but more like a servant.

When Zhou Luo first learned of this, he was greatly shocked.

Because in his opinion, since Xu Changsheng actually had talent in Array Formation, shouldn't the Zhou Family cultivate him properly?

Later, he also realized that not everyone was like his Master, and not everyone had such high talent as he did.

Xu Changsheng's talent in Array Formation was, after all, only slightly higher than ordinary people; it was still far from that of a true Genius.

Furthermore, his becoming the other party's Disciple was also orchestrated by the Main Family behind the scenes.

Xu Changsheng said awkwardly, "Brother Zhou, you're making fun of me."

Zhou Luo shook his head slightly, extended his hand, and gently patted his left shoulder, "Among that group of people back then, only the two of us are left. There's no need for us to be so distant."

Hearing this, a warm current surged through Xu Changsheng's heart.

He nodded heavily and couldn't help but sigh, "In this Nian, it's not easy to have a close friend you can confide in."

"Brother Xu really considers me a close friend?" Zhou Luo asked with a hint of surprise in his expression.

Xu Changsheng smiled, "Of course. Back then, I already felt that Brother Zhou was extraordinary and worth getting to know deeply. What's more, we are essentially no different; we are both outsiders to the Zhou Family."

"Indeed, we are ultimately outsiders."

Zhou Luo's eyes darkened slightly, and he deliberately emphasized the words "outsiders."

Before Xu Changsheng could speak, he changed the subject, looked at the other party with a serious expression, and said in a solemn voice, "Since Brother Xu is so sincere, I have a question I want to ask you."

Xu Changsheng didn't expect the other party to suddenly become serious and couldn't help but sit up straight, "What does Brother Zhou want to ask?"

"What is the real reason you came here?" Zhou Luo asked, staring at his face.

Xu Changsheng's face froze, and a trace of panic flashed in his eyes. He forced a smile, "Brother Zhou, I've always followed Master. I really don't know why I came here."

"Is that so?" Zhou Luo retorted.

He wasn't angry, but his tone was calm, "These past few days, you've basically come here to chat with me."

"Although we talk about everyday trivial matters or old past events, which seems like casual conversation between friends. However, don't you think you've been a bit too frequent?"

"Brother Xu, although we are friends, it really hasn't reached this level yet. What's more, how could your Master tolerate you running to my place all day?"

Zhou Luo's voice wasn't loud, but when it reached Xu Changsheng's ears, it was like a clap of thunder.

"Master said that the path of Array Formation emphasizes comprehension, and besides, we don't have much to do on a daily basis," Xu Changsheng explained.

"But Brother Xu should know that the spiritual energy here is abundant, making it an excellent place for Cultivation. From my understanding of you, if it weren't for a certain purpose, you would absolutely not do something that delays your Cultivation like this." Zhou Luo's eyes, like the Star, looked at him, as if they wanted to see through everything.

These past few days, Zhou Luo had thought a lot.

He finally confirmed that the other party definitely had a problem, but he didn't know what his purpose was.

Now that he had spoken openly, he hoped the other party could open up.

So after saying these words, Zhou Luo added meaningfully, "Brother Xu, you should know that we are the only outsiders."

Xu Changsheng's body trembled, revealing a complex expression.

He didn't dare to look into Zhou Luo's eyes, only lowering his head and remaining silent.

Zhou Luo continued, "Brother Xu, I know you must have something you can't say, so I won't force you, but since I'm willing to say this to you, it means I truly consider you a friend."

Those sincere words touched Xu Changsheng.

He sighed and said, "Brother Zhou, I had no choice."

"I understand. You and I are the same, both trying to survive. So I don't expect Brother Xu to tell me everything, but at least let me know which side you belong to," Zhou Luo said.

Xu Changsheng pursed his lips, his face conflicted.

He didn't know whether to tell Zhou Luo the truth.

But if he didn't, he feared that after today, Zhou Luo would never see him again.

At that time, the things that both sides had instructed him to do would not be accomplished.

With this thought, Xu Changsheng took a deep breath, looked up at Zhou Luo, as if he had made a major decision, and said extremely seriously, "Brother Zhou, everything was indeed arranged by the Great Elder."

After saying that, he told the other party everything the Great Elder had instructed him to do, without any concealment.

Zhou Luo sat there, listening quietly, his eyes growing deeper.

As expected, there was indeed the Shadow of the Great Elder behind his coming to the Spirit Mine.

Now, Xu Changsheng's arrival was to find out if he knew the secret of the Spirit Mine.

"Brother Zhou, I am just a chess piece in the hands of important figures. Please don't blame me," Xu Changsheng said sincerely as he stood up.

"Brother Xu, I understand," Zhou Luo motioned for him to sit down again.

After sitting down, Xu Changsheng shook his head again and said, "Actually, I didn't expect Brother Zhou to recognize me so much. If I had known earlier, I would have told you these things sooner."

"It's not too late to say it now." Zhou Luo wasn't angry about the other party's concealment.

Because if it were him, he would definitely do the same.

Xu Changsheng nodded, then leaned towards Zhou Luo, lowering his voice, "However, Brother Zhou, the Great Elder has already guaranteed that as long as you reveal the secret of the Spirit Mine, he can ensure our safe departure from here."

"He will also not pursue the death of that Array Master. By then, we will both receive key Cultivation from the Zhou Family."

Upon hearing this, Zhou Luo's eyebrows slightly raised, and he said with a confused expression, "Brother Xu, does this Spirit Mine have a secret?"

"The Great Elder said you knew it," Xu Changsheng said with a hint of surprise on his face.

"I don't know," Zhou Luo said with a helpless look.

"But he said that Array Master must have told you before choosing to commit suicide to protect you," Xu Changsheng continued.

"No..." Zhou Luo showed a bewildered expression.

Then he said with a bitter look, "At that time, I was really testing medicine for that Senior. Who knew something like this would happen? That Senior was unable to move the whole time due to poisoning, so how could he tell me any secrets..."