"Master Sage, these people are here to ask for your help."
Old Li bowed and then announced respectfully.
The people who came to them were wearing black gym outfits. Although they lived a hermit life, they were very much connected with the modern way of life. Therefore, their clothes were not the traditional styles that people would expect a "Master Sage" would be wearing.
The leader of the pack was a young man. His face was hard and proud. He snorted. "Haven't I told you that the Valley is closed off for the time being? Why did you bring them here?"
"Um… um… Old Li was at a loss for words. He wished that he could tell the sage how generous these guests were, but thought better of it."
"Fine, I will let it slide." The young man knew Old Li well and guessed the answer to his question by himself. He turned his head to scan the visitors. His gaze paused for only a brief second when it passed Zhou Jinyi and the giant frame beside him.
