"It's not easy for me to use this excuse to invite you here, Taoist Fellow. There's no need for empty formalities between us—let's just treat each other as equals."
He did not wait for Li Xizhi to say more, swiftly changed the topic, and spoke solemnly:
"The reason I called you here this time is for the matter of Wangyue Lake!"
Li Xizhi understood, made a gesture of attentive listening, and Ning Heyuan spoke softly:
"The first thing is the fall of Yuanwu, the relocation of Yuanwu Peak's resident, and the need for us to work together within the Sect. Among the Thirty-Six Peaks, six will be chosen to manage the residency. If we can get Wangyue Lake under Qing Sui's jurisdiction, then the matter will be more than half settled!"
"But if it's only my Ning Family, I fear it will be rather difficult. Does your noble family have any more assistance?"
Li Xizhi nodded slightly, understanding the man's relationship with Li Xuanfeng, and spoke in a low voice:
