He tried to read something from Wuxin's face.
But the truth was, even for someone with Wuxin's mental fortitude, his expression grew somber after hearing Gao Neng's sudden question.
'Something's up!'
A thought struck Gao Neng.
After all, given Wuxin's level of cultivation, his state of mind would never waver unless the question had struck a deep, personal chord.
Just as he was thinking, Wuxin smiled.
"Hahaha, it seems Speaker Gao's challenge to this humble monk today isn't just for the sake of a breakthrough, but also to find the answers you seek," Wuxin said with a laugh.
"Yes! It concerns my very origin. I implore you to tell me!" Gao Neng nodded.
"Hmm, ordinarily, this humble monk would tell you anything you wish to know, Speaker Gao. But you came here today for a battle. Since that's the case, don't you first need to prove you have what it takes to venture into the Origin Realm?" Wuxin's wide robes stirred, though there was no wind.
