As Hu Qi and others ascended Fire Lotus Mountain, Lin Bai did not hurry to leave but waited beneath the mountain foot.
Half a day later, Hu Qi descended from the ancient path on Fire Lotus Mountain.
Lin Bai clasped his fists and said, "Hu Qi, how is it? Can I go up and have a discussion with Venerable Lord of Thousands Treasures?"
Hu Qi shook his head, a slight smile appearing on his face, "No need, Lin Bai, Master has already made a decision, and we, as disciples, can't intervene!"
"However, we have agreed with Master that the five of us disciples will stay to assist Master in refining this sword blade. After that, the five of us will leave Fire Lotus Mountain!"
"And after Master has refined this weapon, he will probably retreat from the world!"
Lin Bai was taken aback, the guilt in his heart hard to erase, and said clasping his fists, "Hu Qi, I..."
