Hearing Liu Buli say this, You Siqi was stunned for a moment.
After thinking seriously for a while, he nodded vigorously and said, "It would be great if it could be like this. We are all from the same hometown, so I won't be polite with you. When it's implemented, I'll bring Shen Muzhi to find you. Don't refuse us then."
Liu Buli smiled and nodded gently, "Don't worry, we'll ensure you have a good time sightseeing and go wherever you want. It's just like my little disciple now. She and that dragon have been out for so long, and I haven't said anything against it, have I?"
Liu Buli was indeed right. The Pill Sect was the most suitable nominal place for them. After all, if they joined other sects, and Shen Muzhi did nothing but simply occupy an elder's title and enjoy the sect's backing, other sects would surely be unwilling to some extent. Moreover, even if they were willing, given Shen Muzhi's personality, he would also feel embarrassed. www.kanshuwu.net
But it was different with Liu Buli.
Firstly, they all knew each other well and had no need to worry about any concealment or schemes. Secondly, if the recipient was Liu Buli, Shen Muzhi wouldn't have so many extraneous thoughts about it being inappropriate.
Therefore, all their plans could proceed as usual, with the added backing of a sect. From any perspective, this was entirely beneficial and harmless. Thus, there was no need to discuss it with Shen Muzhi; on this matter, You Siqi could make the decision himself.
After a pause, You Siqi continued, "Although you all think it's unlikely, I'm actually quite confident. I always feel I can go home. Even if there are slight issues with the timing, I should be able to return. I think it's fine. So, before I go back, I want to thoroughly explore this world. Liu Buli, since you're relatively free now, aren't you planning to take your disciple around? It's boring to always stay at home. Youth should be about traveling more; it's also good for your health." kanshuwu.xia
You Siqi's words actually struck a chord with Liu Buli. He also wanted to travel and see the sights, but the problem was that his big dog didn't think so!
If Lu Wuming were to say it, he would surely feel that he could happily stay in a small room with Liu Buli for a lifetime without any dissatisfaction, let alone for a day or two. Even more specifically, he preferred that private space with just the two of them over meeting other people.
If this were modern times, Lu Wuming's situation would likely be that of a legendary shut-in.
Liu Buli thought this and was amused by his own thoughts. He glanced back at Lu Wuming beside him, and just as he had imagined, the other party had a sour expression, as if someone owed him money. He looked utterly unhappy.
With outsiders present, Liu Buli, as per his habit, would absolutely not discipline his disciple at such a time.
So, he merely cast a smiling glance at Lu Wuming and then shifted his gaze back to You Siqi, saying, "You've finished discussing your matters, and I have some questions for you. Now that we have the chance, tell me, in your setting, what is the path to power for the Ghost Clan?"
This question startled You Siqi.
Lu Wuming had asked him the same thing before.
However, he hadn't dared to answer that time, and that foolish dog couldn't do anything to him. Now that Liu Buli asked again, if he still didn't answer, he wouldn't be able to handle the schemes of this fox.
He opened his mouth, and before uttering any words, You Siqi looked somewhat conflicted in the direction of Lu Wuming.
Liu Buli naturally understood what he meant, so he smiled and shook his head, saying, "Don't mind our Wuming, just answer the question directly. This is Wuming's own matter, and there's no harm in him listening. Besides, even if you don't let him listen, he'll eavesdrop. So, it's better to be open about it. It's fine."
As he spoke, Lu Wuming, who had already started contemplating how to eavesdrop, immediately stopped.
His expression was a little awkward and a bit embarrassed.
Fortunately, Liu Buli didn't elaborate on his thoughts, merely mentioning it before turning back to You Siqi, "According to the setting written in the novel, the Ghost Clan needs to eat people to become stronger. But our Wuming has never eaten anyone, yet he is stronger than any other ghost. At first, I thought it was due to spiritual energy. Later, I realized that spiritual energy had no effect on his ghostly energy, which proved it had nothing to do with his strength. So, I became even more puzzled. After much thought, you should be the one who knows the answer to this question."
After he finished speaking, he looked at You Siqi with anticipation.
You Siqi scratched his head and hesitated for a moment before saying, "It's actually very simple. What makes the Ghost Clan stronger is malice and despair. Other ghosts eat people merely because they cannot directly absorb malice and despair. The fear and oppression at the moment of a person's death bring about very strong emotions. By eating people, they absorb those emotions and mistakenly believe that eating people is the way to become stronger."
Liu Buli's eyes widened. He felt he had discovered the key. "That is to say, the Ghost Clan can actually avoid eating people, right?"