But before Chu Feng could even answer, the old Daoist spoke first.
"That's right. Not only does this disciple of mine know your daughter, Clan Chief — your daughter once saved my disciple's life, and the two of them are good friends."
"You should know that opening the Source of the Dragon Vein is extremely dangerous. There's even a risk of losing one's life."
"I agreed to help for two reasons. One is that I want to enter the Dragon Clan's ancestral grounds."
"But the most important reason is that I want to repay the debt your daughter is owed."
"There's no way around it — when a disciple incurs a debt, the Master ought to settle it. Wouldn't you agree?"
The old Daoist said.
"Yes, yes, of course. The Master speaks truly."
The Dragon Clan's Chief nodded repeatedly.
Though he was doing his best to conceal his emotions, Chu Feng could still see the embarrassment on his face.
After all, the old Daoist's words had made things crystal clear.
Their willingness to help wasn't just about compensation — Long Xiaoxiao was the key.
The implication was obvious: if anything were to happen to Long Xiaoxiao, they would not lift a finger.
"Chu Feng, go see your lifesaver. Leave things here to your Master."
"Once everything is ready, I'll have Elder Long Duan come notify you."
The old Daoist continued.
"Yes. I'll follow your instructions, Master."
After saying this, Chu Feng turned to Long Nanxun. "Brother Nanxun, I'll have to trouble you to lead the way."
But after Chu Feng spoke, Long Nanxun not only failed to move — he didn't even dare say a word, as though he were terrified of something.
Chu Feng knew what he was afraid of.
After all, with Long Xiaoxiao's situation being what it was, no one would dare guide Chu Feng to her without the Clan Chief's approval.
"Young friend Chu Feng, please listen to me..."
Just then, a Supreme Elder suddenly spoke up.
His intention wasn't merely to help the Clan Chief out of an awkward situation — he was also trying by every means to prevent Chu Feng from seeing Long Xiaoxiao.
And the moment he opened his mouth, the old Daoist spoke as well.
"What were you going to say?"
"I've heard that Princess Xiaoxiao is right here within the Dragon Clan, and she is not in seclusion. This news is absolutely true — otherwise, my disciple and I would never have come."
After finishing this remark, the old Daoist turned to the Dragon Clan's Chief.
"Clan Chief, surely meeting your own daughter isn't such a difficult matter?"
The moment these words left the old Daoist's lips, Chu Feng couldn't help but marvel at his Master's prowess.
This statement left absolutely no room for the Dragon Clan to fabricate excuses.
Even if they did, it would be pointless — the old Daoist would never believe them.
Right now, the old Daoist held the Source of the Dragon Vein — the Dragon Clan's most critical vulnerability — firmly in his grip.
How would the Dragon Clan dare to defy him?
When the old Daoist said those words, Chu Feng knew with certainty that he would be able to see Long Xiaoxiao.
Even if the Clan Chief was unwilling, he would see her.
"Of course there's no problem. Nanxun, guide young friend Chu Feng."
Sure enough, the Dragon Clan's Chief relented.
After that, Long Nanxun led the way for Chu Feng. Once the two of them left the area, they headed straight toward Long Xiaoxiao's location.
However, along the way, Long Nanxun suddenly stopped.
When Chu Feng turned back, he was surprised to find that Long Nanxun had dropped to one knee, bowing deeply in a grand gesture of respect.
"What are you doing?" Chu Feng asked.
"Brother Chu Feng, before I was blind to your true worth and offended you on multiple occasions. I sincerely hope you won't hold it against me." Long Nanxun said.
"And here I thought something was wrong. It's just this little thing?"
"Don't worry. I, Chu Feng, am not so petty. I never gave the matter any thought."
As he spoke, Chu Feng stepped forward and personally helped Long Nanxun back to his feet.
Seeing Chu Feng act this way, Long Nanxun immediately rose and resumed leading the way.
"Brother Chu Feng, your Master is rather impressive." Long Nanxun remarked.