Firstly, because they were not acquainted, and secondly, it was said that Mo Hua was also a first-rate Formation Master. Many of them could only muster seven or eight Formation Patterns, far from the mastery of a first-rate Formation Master. Knowing their place, they did not dare approach Mo Hua with questions.
After the Formation Masters concluded their conversation, Master Luo nodded and asked Mo Hua for his opinion.
Mo Hua replied with a few brief remarks.
Mostly concerning issues with Formation Pivots and Formation Patterns, areas with which Mo Hua was very familiar.
And since he could handle the Formation Pivots of a first-rate Compound Formation, those of ordinary Formations were naturally no challenge for him.
Upon hearing this, people’s attitudes towards Mo Hua took on a few more layers of respect.
“Certainly a first-rate Formation Master, and not only that—his foundation is deep, his insight into Formation broad, his demeanor neither humble nor arrogant. He shared his knowledge freely in matters of Formation.”
Many Formation Masters thought to themselves discreetly, and those who had been somewhat unimpressed by Mo Hua earlier now showed much more reverence.
After the chat, as the sky began to darken, Mo Hua prepared to leave.
Master Luo and Master Qian escorted Mo Hua to the front gate, while the other Formation Masters gathered around to bid him farewell.
“If you find the time, you’re more than welcome to come by for tea, a chat, and to exchange ideas about Formation,” Master Luo said with a smile.
“Certainly, next time for sure. Farewell, everyone!” Mo Hua waved as he left.
Mo Hua then departed, his Storage Bag containing the Formation Scripture Books gifted by Master Luo and the choice tea leaves given by Master Qian.
Master Qian watched Mo Hua’s silhouette vanish into the street before letting out a sigh of relief.
“Relieved now?” Master Luo asked with amusement.
Master Qian bowed his hands in thanks, “My gratitude to you, Master Luo.”
Master Luo chuckled, “In Tongxian City, there are not many Formation Masters, even fewer can reach the first rate. We ought to support each other; there’s no need for thanks.”
Master Qian furrowed his brows, “Mo Hua… Gentleman Little Mo’s expertise in Formation is truly extraordinary. Surely he must have a lineage or the guidance of an expert…”
Master Luo coughed, stopping Master Qian from continuing.
“What does it matter?” Master Luo said.
“Doesn’t Master Luo want to know who the expert behind him is?”
“What can be done with knowledge, and what can be done without it?” responded Master Luo.
“That…” Master Qian was at a loss for words.
“What is an expert?” Master Luo looked at Master Qian and answered his own question, “One that we cannot touch is called an expert. Since we cannot touch them, why bother asking?”
“In the Nine realms of Cultivation World, we are merely at Qi Refinement, the lowest level. There are countless experts above us.”
“If they truly are experts, they are beyond our understanding and certainly not ones to provoke. Ignorance is bliss in this case.”
“To rashly inquire could displease them and bring disaster upon ourselves!”
Master Qian’s heart chilled.
He had always believed that Master Luo was able to become a Great Formation Master through smooth dealing and good fortune, but now he realized he had underestimated Master Luo.
It was no wonder he had thrived in Tongxian City with such perspective.
“Qian has learned much!” Master Qian said earnestly as he performed a respectful bow.
But Master Luo grasped his hand, “These matters are trivial and not worth mentioning. What is truly remarkable is Little Brother Qian’s tea. The hour is still early, why not drink a few more cups?”
Master Qian also responded with a laugh, “Then I would be delighted to accept your kindness once more.”