The cave fell silent as Hu Yan entered a state of low-browed, contemplative reflection, with everyone staring at him.
No one knew what he would decide; they all waited for his final decision.
After a while, Hu Yan slowly said, "It's still the same, this is but your side of the story. I need to verify its authenticity. If Su Yuan Sect learns of this news and truly comes to silence us, then I will believe what you said."
Shi Chun and the others breathed a sigh of relief; his words amounted to an agreement to cooperate.
"Fine, we'll follow Brother Hu Yan's arrangements," Shi Chun replied earnestly, amused inside, knowing that the temptation of being first was too much for the other party to resist.
"Wait for me to make arrangements," Hu Yan nodded slightly, then turned to instruct, "Junior Brother Mao, find them a place to stay."
The person named Mao Zhong immediately gestured for Shi Chun and the others to follow, "Please come with me."
