Chapter 1154: Bao Congxins Background

Seeing Luo Pengfei's suspicious expression, the elder quickly took a few steps closer.

"Your Excellency, the Sect Master, please be assured."

"I have already investigated. After Mr. Yi left the Treasure Pavilion, a person accompanied him to the West City."

"After extensive inquiries, this person is named Bao Congxin. He is timid and has low cultivation, making a living through odd jobs. Many witnesses have seen this, and there is no doubt about it."

"Mr. Yi is staying at the Yuelai Inn ahead. Just walk past the intersection and head west for a hundred paces."

Listening to the detailed report, Luo Pengfei continued forward.

Not long after crossing the intersection.

The small inn's sign came into view. The characters "Yuelai Inn" on the sign were already faded, but the sounds of people inside were constant, indicating that many low-level cultivators were staying there.

If life in the city weren't so difficult, which cultivator would willingly stay in such a rundown inn?

Mr. Yi, with his level of cultivation, could also stay in such a place. His mindset is indeed extraordinary. Even before meeting him, one could sense his profound depth.

As Luo Pengfei observed and reflected.

Xu Baichuan, dressed in plain clothes, also approached from behind.

Prompted by the elder, Luo Pengfei turned and narrowed his eyes.

This old fox has indeed come.

This encounter is no coincidence.

This old man must be thinking the same as him, planning to meet Mr. Yi first, get acquainted, and establish a connection for future benefits.

Now that the island master is in seclusion.

Whoever can befriend this expert will surely gain more leverage.

With just a glance, Luo Pengfei had guessed most of it, confirming the accuracy of the intelligence.

Seeing Xu Baichuan steadily approaching.

Luo Pengfei clasped his fists in greeting.

"What a coincidence, I didn't expect Brother Xu to come as well."

Xu Baichuan, with a calm smile, also clasped his fists in return.

"Haha."

"Brother Luo and I are of one mind, truly great minds think alike."

Seeing the old man's composed demeanor and straightforward words, it seemed he was confident.

Luo Pengfei's smile deepened.

"It seems Brother Xu is quite confident, but since I've come, I won't be unprepared. As for who can win Mr. Yi's favor, let's each rely on our own abilities."

The seemingly friendly exchange was actually a veiled competition. Even before meeting Mr. Yi, the two were already subtly vying for advantage, both determined to succeed.

Luo Pengfei was full of confidence.

He had brought a treasure of the sect, naturally giving him a high chance of success.

Xu Baichuan, on the other hand, was more restrained, politely stroking his beard as he spoke.

"You exaggerate, you exaggerate."

"Haha, this old man merely wishes to pay his respects. As for forming a friendship, that depends on fate."

The two sect masters smiled on the surface, but their hearts were filled with curses.

Even though Xu Baichuan was older and his words suggested concession, his actions betrayed his underlying ambition.

After a few more polite exchanges, the two sect masters entered the inn together.

In the inn's main hall.

Nearly all ten tables were occupied.

As night approached, besides the regular guests, many diners had also arrived. Each table was laden with food and drink, and the more affluent cultivators had even ordered plates of spirit fruits and beast meat, displaying their wealth.

But in the eyes of the two sect masters, it was all just a chaotic mess of insignificant beings.

Similarly.

Dressed in plain clothes, their entrance didn't earn them any special attention from the waiter or the other guests.

The waiter had just put down a jug of wine.

Turning around, he saw two shabby-looking guests and forced a smile as he approached.

Wiping his sweat, he lazily asked.

"How many in your party? Are you here for a meal or..."

Before he could finish the customary question about lodging, he was pushed aside with a slap!

Thud!

The waiter fell flat on his face, turning back in shock and anger.

When he looked back, he saw the innkeeper rushing out.

The loud noise startled many guests, and the lively hall fell into a brief silence.

Before anyone could speak.

The innkeeper knelt at the entrance, bowing in fear.

"Greetings, greetings, Sect Master Xu! Your esteemed presence brings great honor to our humble establishment!"

This shout echoed.

The entire hall grew even quieter.

The guests were all low-level cultivators, with no chance to meet such important figures, so they naturally didn't know the details. But hearing the title of sect master, they instinctively turned their attention, their faces filled with uncertainty and fear.

This was the vigilance of those who lived by the blade, the survival rule of Sunshine Island.

Inside the inn.

Xu Baichuan looked down calmly, a gentle smile on his face.

"Haha."

"You recognize me?"

The innkeeper bowed repeatedly, trying his best to please.

"Your Excellency, please understand!"

"This humble servant worked at the Gathering Immortal Pavilion in the city a hundred years ago and was fortunate to catch a glimpse of your esteemed visage. To see you again today is truly an honor! The waiter didn't know of your arrival, please forgive us!"

Hearing this, Xu Baichuan nodded slightly.

Beside him, Luo Pengfei's eyes turned cold.

As a fellow sect master, his reputation wasn't as great as this old fox's. The innkeeper had recognized Xu Baichuan but ignored him entirely, which was somewhat embarrassing.

Sensing this subtle shift, Xu Baichuan smiled and spoke.

"No need to panic."

"This is my good friend, Sect Master Luo of the Supreme Yang Sect. We are here on some private matters, and you must not speak of this to anyone."

The innkeeper was shocked, kowtowing like pounding garlic.

"Greetings, Sect Master Luo! This humble servant was blind, please forgive me!"

After a series of bows, the entire hall was stunned!

The Supreme Yang Sect Master himself had arrived.

The old man who spoke was surnamed Luo and dared to call Sect Master Xu "brother," he must be the third-ranked sect master, Luo Baichuan! The two legendary figures of the island had actually come to this small inn in the West City?!

The guests no longer dared to sit, everyone standing stiffly like puppets.

The usually sharp-eyed waiter also knelt in fear.

Seeing that someone was about to blurt out a greeting and cause a commotion.

Luo Pengfei coldly glanced sideways.

"All of you, shut up and continue drinking!"

"If anyone dares to make a sound or spread word of today's events, I will ensure they die without a burial!"

His words shocked the hundred guests into silence!

The guests quickly sat down, drinking heavily to keep their mouths shut, many trembling in fear, spilling half their drinks.

Seeing that the bystanders were sufficiently intimidated and the situation wouldn't escalate.

They had revealed their identities to silence any gossip.

Luo Pengfei couldn't be bothered to look at these insignificant beings anymore.

"Is there someone named Bao Congxin staying here?"

The innkeeper's eyes widened in shock, not daring to think too much, he quickly nodded.

"Yes, yes, yes! Bao Congxin is staying in a small room in the backyard with another person. I'll call him right away!"

The two sect masters exchanged glances and urgently spoke.

"No need!"

"Take us to meet him immediately!"

Meet him...

What the hell?

Did I hear that right?!

The innkeeper's mind went blank, his hands frozen mid-bow. He couldn't believe that Bao Congxin, that coward, could warrant a personal visit from two sect masters?

While he was doubting his ears, Luo Pengfei's deep voice sounded again.

"What are you waiting for? Lead the way!"

The innkeeper felt as if struck by lightning.

The two great masters had really come to see Bao Congxin. Even other sect masters wouldn't command such respect!

How could this be?!

What kind of background does Bao Congxin have?!

Though it seemed unbelievable, the innkeeper quickly got up, bent over, and led the way. Memories of past events flashed through his mind, and he suddenly had a bad feeling, as if he had kicked an iron plate, his legs starting to tremble!

Before even reaching the backyard, he had already stumbled twice.

Scrambling and crawling, he hurried towards the inner courtyard!

Seeing the important figures being led to the backyard, the waiter collapsed on the ground.

"Uncle Bao... is actually so formidable..."

Bao Congxin's name echoed like thunder in the ears of the diners, all of them showing deep respect, the atmosphere suddenly becoming heavy.

The previously fierce-looking patrons now only dared to drink in silence, behaving meekly.

The hall was eerily quiet, like a scholar's examination room.

At the same time.

In the backyard, by a dilapidated wooden table, Yi Feng and Bao Congxin had been sitting for a long time.

Hearing no commotion from the inn and no calls from the waiter.

Bao Congxin looked puzzled.

"Today, the inn's business seems a bit slow..."