Ye Shikai and Xu Jia talked late into the night, discussing both work and personal matters. Ye Shikai was always curious about Xu Jia's plans for the future. Given his talents, once he gained importance, he would surely shock the world, a kind of talent where "if he cannot be used by me, he must be killed." However, by Xu Jia's standards for choosing a master, it seems that few in this world are qualified for his assistance. Thinking of it this way, Ye Shikai felt quite lucky, but unfortunately, his "small world" was never the "big stage" Xu Jia sought.
At the mansion gate.
"Old Ye, this is as far as I'll go. Please don't come any further."
"Old Xu, when do you plan to leave? I... I'd like to see you off." Ye Shikai was indeed reluctant to see Xu Jia go, but every feast must end, and moreover, Xu Jia has his own pursuits; it's useless to insist.
"Actually, I came this time to say goodbye." Xu Jia cupped his hands and said, "I will be leaving Linxiang shortly."
