In response to Ma Sujiang's question, Wu Yu's thoughts were rapidly firing on all cylinders at multiple angles, yet he was still baffled by the question.
How did she, the Assistant Manager of Golden Life Pavilion's Third Branch know about Wei Wuyin and how she guessed that he was sent by him? He realized there was a gap in his knowledge, but he didn't dare show it.
Despite his heartbeat accelerating, his outward expression and aura was unfathomably serene. It was as if the question was an expected one, rather than as if he was ignorant or entirely unbothered. As a former Monarch of trillions at one point, his ability of emotional control was impeccable.
He gave her a brief glance, a knowing glance that could be inferred in many ways. And Ma Sujiang kept her protective distance, only staring at him as if on-guard. They soon touched the outermost Sky Layer of Immortal Yin, bypassing the ring of grey mist.
For those who are not in the discord, Halloween was insane for me. Screwed my sleep schedule and writing activity right on up. We're back though.
I fear for other holidays! ;(