“Then why didn’t you just take me in directly?”
“It’s not that simple. You should know about the Three Societies, right? That’s actually the third thing I wanted to tell you.”
Elder Tie’s expression suddenly turned grave.
“Kid, you’re not the only one like this. It’s not just in Huaxia; other countries also have these special talents, and you’re all competing for the same thing.”
Li Chonglou’s pupils contracted sharply.
“What do you mean?”
“Sigh, it’s a bit too early to say now. Let’s wait until you get to the main base first.”
Elder Tie hesitated for a moment, then shook his head.
Damn it, didn’t he say three things? He stopped halfway!
Li Chonglou was speechless.
Unexpectedly, Elder Tie suddenly stood up.
“Alright, I should be going. In short, your most urgent task is to get into the main base. Only there can I arrange other matters for you. There are too many people watching you right now.”
Li Chonglou sat there, replaying Elder Tie’s words in his mind.
This guy always seemed to skip the real important points and only talk about trivial matters.
Of course, “trivial” didn’t mean completely useless. Elder Mo and the matter of the Heavenly Dao Power were actually core content.
But the problem was, it had nothing to do with his goal this time.
Thinking of this, Li Chonglou’s expression turned serious.
“Elder Tie, I’ve actually always had a question.”
Elder Tie’s movements froze.
“You just said you’re looking out for me because I learned Elder Mo’s techniques, but why? What’s your relationship with Elder Mo? And why are you telling me this now? Is it simply because you don’t want me to be affected by the Heavenly Dao Power? But what does that have to do with you?”
Li Chonglou looked up into Elder Tie’s eyes.
To him, this was the truly important matter to know!
If Elder Tie had said he was also Elder Mo’s disciple, everything would have made sense, but he hadn’t mentioned that at all.
Just because he was Elder Mo’s disciple?
Elder Tie remained silent.
Seeing this, Li Chonglou said in a deep voice, “You should tell me first, otherwise, I won’t know if you can be trusted.”
Anyone who inexplicably helped him would feel resistant.
Especially for cultivators like them, they were particularly sensitive to such matters! If Elder Tie didn’t clarify this point, he would have to adjust his plans.
Before this, Li Chonglou could have considered this as Elder Tie appreciating his abilities, coupled with some cooperation between them. Given Elder Tie’s status, helping him was understandable.
After all, he was technically working for the General Bureau now.
But now, with the Heavenly Dao Power and his master involved, the significance was different.
Just because he thought his strength was good?
He wouldn’t believe that!
Elder Tie rolled his eyes. “I’ve helped you this much, and you still doubt my trustworthiness?”
Li Chonglou said seriously, “I originally thought you were looking out for me to help the General Bureau, but now it seems you’re more anxious than I am. That makes one suspicious.”
Li Chonglou stared into Elder Tie’s eyes.
“You’re not planning to do what the Black Net did, are you?”
The Black Net incident had already spread.
Elder Tie’s expression changed, and he quickly said, “What are you guessing, kid? If I wanted to harm you, would I wait until now?”
He sounded clearly displeased, but Li Chonglou’s attitude didn’t change. He said in a deep voice, “Who knows if you’re waiting to fatten me up before striking? In any case, if you don’t tell me now, I won’t feel at ease.”
If his heart was not at ease, his actions would naturally have reservations.
Elder Tie immediately understood his meaning and showed a conflicted expression.
“What’s so difficult to say about that?”
Li Chonglou was puzzled.
He just wanted an explanation, or the reason and goal behind his actions. He didn’t want to be blindly led by someone else.
Elder Tie suddenly sighed.
“Kid, I was afraid that if I told you, it would dampen your enthusiasm.”
Li Chonglou remained silent.
Was he looking down on him?
Elder Tie finally sat down.
After thinking for a long time, he said softly, “Didn’t I just tell you? You’re not the only one like you. It’s not just in Huaxia; other countries have them too.”
Li Chonglou nodded.
There was nothing strange about this. There was always someone better, and Li Chonglou never thought he was invincible. That was why he always chose to keep a low profile as much as possible.
Low profile was, in fact, a form of combat.
Only by appearing weak first and letting others lower their guard could one strike a killing blow!
However, Elder Tie saw through his thoughts.
“Kid, don’t act like it doesn’t matter. I know you have secrets and trump cards that I don’t know about. You look cautious, but in reality, you’re already arrogant to the bone.”
Li Chonglou’s expression stiffened.
However, Elder Tie didn’t dwell on this topic but continued, “Since you want to know, there’s no harm in telling you now.”
“The core reason I’m helping you is because of the Heavenly Dao Power within you.”
“For the Heavenly Dao Power within me?”
Elder Tie said gravely, “That’s right. A country also has its destiny. Our Huaxia has always attached great importance to this aspect, which is the real reason why other ancient kingdoms have perished in history, while we have always remained at the pinnacle of the world.”
“And the Heavenly Dao Power can be considered a part of the national destiny.”
“Only when the national destiny reaches a certain level can our peak power continue to climb higher!”
Li Chonglou frowned. “Peak power? What is that?”
Elder Tie said in a deep voice, “That’s a group of experts who are a level higher than me, and even higher than the current head of the General Bureau.”
Li Chonglou’s expression immediately changed.
“Now that things have come to this, it’s time for you to know some things.”
Elder Tie paused.
He suddenly released an aura far more powerful than Li Chonglou had ever felt. The surrounding space even became solidified at that moment.
Li Chonglou felt his heart stop for a moment, and he couldn’t move his body.
This power!
Just the aura made him feel an insurmountable sense of powerlessness!
However, Elder Tie wasn’t targeting him but was isolating the surrounding space to prevent eavesdropping.
“What I’m about to say, remember to never reveal it. This is related to heavenly secrets.”
Elder Tie’s voice echoed directly in his mind.
Li Chonglou even felt that Elder An had withdrawn from his body at some point.
“In the underground world, there is actually a connection to another unknown world. But you don’t need to panic about this. Millions of years have passed, and as long as there are no drastic changes, humans will still be the masters of the Earth.”
“However, this is also related to peak power. It is they who have been guarding the front line, bearing all the crises for humanity!”