Gu Liang’s old face showed some weariness.
"For years, I've been wondering why they didn't return alive, and I could never figure it out!"
"In the end, after much thought, I concluded that it might be the outcome I've speculated."
"Right, how did you learn about Kunlong Island?" Gu Liang asked.
Chen Fan simply stated, "You don't need to know!"
Naturally, he wouldn't reveal that his master had told him about Kunlong Island.
Gu Liang was put in an awkward spot but didn't dwell on it, as Chen Fan was stronger than him anyway. He didn't mind being met with a cold shoulder.
Chen Fan frowned and asked again, "In your memory, how many people have been to this Kunlong Island? Or rather, how often do you go?"
Gu Liang furrowed his brow and after a moment of thought, replied, "From my memory, our generation should have only gone once!"
"But it was this one time that caused people of the same generation and the older generation not to return!"
"Thus, the martial arts world experienced a generational gap!"
"Many families, with a single heir, ceased to exist!"
Chen Fan nodded in understanding.
The old Daoist suddenly piped up, "Old scoundrel, this competition of the Thirty-Six Sects, did you orchestrate that too!"
"Was the objective to select a few strong individuals to head to Kunlong Island?"
One had to admit, the old Daoist's reaction speed was quick. Chen Fan hadn't even considered that angle.
Gu Liang, upon hearing this, hesitated for a moment before replying, "Yes... I do intend to select some strong individuals to go to Kunlong Island together!"
"For Dragon Blood?" the old Daoist asked irritably.
Gu Liang then gave a cold smile, "Heh heh... your vision is truly narrow. My goal is to seek the truth, to understand why Master and the others disappeared!"
"Do you think everyone is like you!"
The old Daoist narrowed his eyes and said mockingly, "I am now free from desires. I care nothing for so-called power or status. Unlike you, who is still chasing fame and fortune, aren't you tired!"
"..." Gu Liang was speechless for a moment, "Heh heh... what are you pretending to be?"
Chen Fan said, "So, these Thirty-Six Sects martial arts competitions were your doing!"
Gu Liang replied, "It can't be said it was solely me. It happens every five years, but this time, I merely brought up Kunlong Island as a lure! As for how the selections are made, that's up to them! We won't force anyone to do anything, wait..."
The old Daoist retorted unpleasantly, "You truly are shameless, playing such a clever game. Aren't martial artists in the martial arts world eager to possess abilities beyond the ordinary? Tell me! After you release this news, do you think those people won't be blinded by the non-existent Dragon Blood? You old geezer, don't you realize this will lead to the deaths of innocent people..."
Gu Liang twisted his old face and spat angrily, "Each person has their own fate, what does it have to do with me? Life and death are their own choices!"
The old Daoist was extremely angered, "You..."
Chen Fan, now knowing some of the details about Kunlong Island, didn't say much and chose to remain silent.
Just like that, in a short while, the two old men started arguing again. They were even invoking each other's ancestors!
They were from the same lineage, so when they cursed, they were cursing their own kind!
"You old bald donkey, though I might be a bit absurd, my heart isn't wicked. But yours? Your heart is utterly rotten!" the old Daoist said, fuming, and cursed vehemently.