Xia Fuqu seemed somewhat surprised, but seeing Gu Sheng's resolute attitude, she no longer insisted, merely smiled and said.
"Master Gu's nobility is admirable. In that case, let's bypass the Immortal Pool and proceed directly to the seal location."
The group walked along the edge of the Immortal Pool, heading towards the opposite shore. The water churned, and mist swirled around, obscuring their vision somewhat.
Gu Sheng walked amidst the group, his gaze seemingly casually sweeping over Bai Yu and Xia Fuqu.
Bai Yu's momentary relaxation and gratitude, as well as his subconscious tension when Xia Fuqu mentioned the quota, were clearly captured by Gu Sheng's eyes.
A thought emerged in Gu Sheng's mind: It seemed Bai Yu and Xia Fuqu might have an understanding.
Xia Fuqu's quota was initially intended for Bai Zhi.
If he agreed, it would instead make Bai Yu awkward. Xia Fuqu's suggestion was likely a test and a way to go with the flow.
