Li Fan's expression remained unchanged. "Fellow Daoist, you jest.

"From what you just said, the newly appointed Secretary-Envoy also happens to be named Li Fan.

"If I were truly a spy for the Five Elders Council, why would I choose such a conspicuous name and invite that kind of attention?"

Huang Ranqi considered this and found the reasoning sound. He gave a slight nod.

Li Fan continued, "I've also heard that all cultivators must undergo identity verification before joining the Alliance. Given the Myriad Immortals Alliance's methods, any irregularity on my part would be exposed on the spot. In that case, you'd be the one credited with capturing a spy, earning quite a remarkable merit.

"With that in mind, what is there for you to worry...