But this journey is indeed a good opportunity to broaden one's horizons.
...
In the blink of an eye, the day of departure arrived.
Jin Mantang, glowing with a rosy complexion, came to extend his invitation, personally leading the two to the berthing place of the Cloud Whale.
From afar, Zou Lun stood on the deck in a green robe, with the five Array Masters who passed the assessment that day standing neatly behind him.
Seeing Zhou Qing and Luo Lingling boarding the ship, he greeted them with a smile on his face.
"Fellow Daoist Chicken," Zou Lun cupped his hands in greeting, "The journey to the Imperial City is long and arduous. If we encounter any unexpected situation, I hope that the two of us can work together to overcome the difficulties."
His tone was sincere, yet a barely noticeable gleam flashed through his eyes.
Zhou Qing's lips curled slightly beneath his mask, as he returned the gesture with cupped fists.
