The man had seemed relatively amiable, but Li Fan's question visibly shifted his expression.

"Haha, you must have misheard, Fellow Daoist. What site? I know nothing of it!" He waved his hands immediately, assuming the air of someone who had been approached by mistake.

Without waiting for a response, he shot off into the distance. His speed was astonishing, well beyond that of an ordinary Nascent Soul cultivator.

Having finally found someone who might know something, Li Fan had no intention of letting the lead vanish. He gave chase at once, careful not to press too closely, maintaining a measured distance.

At the same time, he sent a steady stream of transmissions. "Fellow Daoist, please don't misunderstand. I bear no ill will. I am simply very interested in what you mentioned earlier."

The man...