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"Hmph, those three fellows somehow obtained some cultivation technique from those old monsters in the royal family and have all gone into seclusion to cultivate. They stay inside but still want to meddle in external affairs. There's no such cheap deal in this world. You need not take seriously the words I exchanged with them earlier. With the waters of Xuanjing becoming muddier by the day, how could I rashly provoke a strong enemy? On the contrary, if I can establish a relationship with them, it may prove to be very useful in the future," Qiu Longzi replied with a snort.
"So that was Eldest Brother's plan. But this person's background is unclear, and he is currently a guest minister of the Third Prince. Won't there be problems with this?" another black-robed man asked with a hint of seriousness.