The Imperial Advisor of Dali and Yan Yuan, likewise, looked toward Ye Futian. Previously, Ye Futian appeared as the Seventh Swordsman, and the only time Yan Yuan saw his true identity was when he escorted Ye Futian back to Emperor Xia's Realm.
This was the first time that the Imperial Advisor of Dali had seen Ye Futian's true visage, but he still recognized him at first glance. Although his temperament had changed completely, it was still outstanding.
"Ye Futian of Emperor Xia's Realm greets the Imperial Advisor and the Great Teacher." Ye Futian bowed slightly toward the Imperial Advisor and Yan Yuan in the opposite direction.
He referred to himself as Ye Futian of Emperor Xia's Realm was a clear marking of the boundary, as he did not address them as Master or brother any longer.
Respect and boundary were not mutually exclusive.
If they got too close, it might cause trouble instead.