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The Taoist was slightly taken aback upon hearing this, then showed a troubled expression on his face.

Li Ruofeng noted the Taoist’s gaze, frowned, and asked, "Why? I’ve said I won’t meet him. Do you have any other opinions?"

The Taoist hastily replied, "No, I dare not," before bowing and saying, "Report to the Temple Master, Qin An is currently in the Daqian Kingdom, and he has become quite prominent, not only possessing immense background but also being outstanding in strength and skills among the younger generation today."

"Therefore, if we refuse to meet him, we might offend Qin An."

He voiced his thoughts, considering Qin An’s current situation. Any martial world force would seek to meet Qin An.

Yet he couldn’t understand why Li Ruofeng was unwilling to meet him.

Thus, when he asked this question, it was with his own confusion, while also stating the facts and the repercussions of not meeting Qin An.

Li Ruofeng pondered for a moment, put down the Taoist scripture, and said in a deep voice, "I don’t know what Qin An is here for, but Cyan Cloud Taoist Temple has only just begun to improve. I don’t want to get involved in their power maneuvers and other disputes."

"Our Cyan Cloud Taoist Temple only upholds one principle, which is to raise our swords during chaotic times and seek livelihood for the common people."

"Therefore, I don’t wish to step into those conflicts, just adhere to my own principles."

The Taoist, upon hearing this, said no more, clasped his fists, and said, "As you command, I’ll go and inform Qin An that we won’t meet him."

Since the conversation had reached this point, the Taoist felt there was no point in continuing.

It’d be better to go outside early and convey Li Ruofeng’s intentions to Qin An, allowing the matter to reach a conclusion.

Li Ruofeng nodded slightly and waved his hand, saying, "Go."

The Taoist said no more and, upon leaving the room, headed straight outside Cyan Cloud Taoist Temple.

...

At this moment, Qin An stood on a plaza, looking up at the numerous disciples of Cyan Cloud Taoist Temple.

This place gave him some unusual feelings.

Unlike the busy and oppressive environments of other forces, Cyan Cloud Taoist Temple seemed very calm and had a natural sense of freedom.

Qin An, having encountered many martial world forces, felt a hint of something new only at Cyan Cloud Taoist Temple.

Qin An patiently waited for about the duration of an incense stick, after which the Taoist who had entered earlier walked out.

As the Taoist approached Qin An, he clasped his fists and said, "Mr. Qin, I apologize, but the Temple Master said he doesn’t want to meet anyone currently and wishes to quietly cultivate alone. Please return; staying here further is of no use."

Even though Li Ruofeng spoke directly, the Taoist knew he couldn’t just toss a refusal at Qin An; he at least had to provide a reason. Otherwise, it would offend Qin An needlessly.

He believed the reason he gave was sufficient, as Cyan Cloud Taoist Temple consisted of cultivators who naturally wouldn’t want to get involved in certain matters.

Moreover, it was said that although Qin An was ruthless and powerful with a deep background, he was not an unreasonable person.

Qin An frowned slightly upon hearing this, asking, "Why won’t he meet me? It doesn’t require much time, just a little would suffice. If nothing works out, I’ll leave immediately."

He felt somewhat puzzled, mostly unclear about the reasons.

He came merely to meet the Temple Master of Cyan Cloud Taoist Temple; it wouldn’t take much time. So why did the Temple Master refuse to see guests?

The Taoist showed a troubled expression: "The Temple Master said he doesn’t want to meet for now, and that’s how it is. We have no other method. If we let Mr. Qin in and the Temple Master refuses to meet, it’ll be futile."

Qin An contemplated for a moment then nodded, "Alright, since that’s the case, I’ll take my leave first."

He didn’t intend to force his way in, although he was decisive in actions, he was also someone governed by rules and principles.

It’s normal for the other party not to want to meet. Forcing entry would be unruly; it’s better to plan carefully later.

He’ll first return and cultivate his Scholar Profession to level twenty-four, reach a new transformation, and then develop the Heart Method to Great Success in the Unity Realm.

After all, reaching from level twenty-three to twenty-four is a significant hurdle, requiring a considerable amount of time.

The Taoist hadn’t anticipated Qin An’s straightforward acceptance; he had even prepared many excuses for refusal. But now that Qin An agreed to leave, he had nothing else to say.

But just as Qin An turned to leave, a faint sound of footsteps suddenly echoed, followed by a loud shout.

"Li Ruofeng, today I’m back again. Come out and meet me, or I will make sure you find no peace at Cyan Cloud Taoist Temple!"

When this voice emerged, Qin An immediately halted his steps, looking towards the direction the sound came from.

At the end of his line of sight stood a burly man wearing a Taoist robe.

The man carried an aura of Evil Qi, as if filled with hostility towards everything around him.

When this burly Taoist appeared, the Taoist who had just spoken with Qin An’s expression changed dramatically.

The Taoist clenched his teeth and stood in place thinking for a moment, then stepped forward, clasped his fists, and said, "Greetings, Martial Uncle. Martial Uncle, what do you intend to do here? You no longer have ties with Cyan Cloud Taoist Temple, so why do you persist in forcing the issue?"

Qin An stroked his chin, deciding to stay for now and observe the situation as a bystander, to see what was really happening.