He had spent considerable time in the Demon Sect and had developed some level of insight. While he couldn't discern the depths of the person before him, he immediately sensed the cold and unyielding demeanor emanating from him—a person not easily deceived or tricked. Taking a deep breath, he spoke respectfully, "Reporting to this Daoist, I am Shen Ying, a disciple of the Blood Essence Sect. My honored teacher bears the surname Yu, with the given name Gu She, and is an elder of the Blood Essence Sect."
His sect affiliation was plainly evident to anyone with discernment, given the unmistakable blood aura surrounding him. Thus, there was no need to conceal or feign ignorance.
Zhang Yan lightly nodded and said, "So, you are Daoist Shen. I am curious—why have you come here?"
