If the old man truly had ulterior motives, he would have attacked Lin Beichen and his group long ago, rather than engaging in peaceful conversation as he does now.
Suddenly, the old man burst into hearty laughter. Lin Beichen and Liu Baoguo exchanged puzzled glances, bewildered by the old man's sudden laughter.
The two became even more wary, and Liu Baoguo was more certain of Lin Beichen's words — this old man's identity was indeed unusual.
Luckily, Lin Beichen had warned him in advance not to act rashly. Otherwise, with his hot temper, he would have already said something to offend the old man.
Lin Beichen asked the old man, "Why are you laughing?"
The old man stopped laughing and said, "I know where the fake monk is. I can take you there, but you must agree to one condition."
Hearing this, Lin Beichen's heart stirred. If the old man could reveal the whereabouts of the fake monk, it would undoubtedly be beneficial. But the old man asking for a condition made him hesitate.
