178 Farewell

In the midst of a grand meeting attended by Daxing's most influential figures, Han Cai made his way to the Sky Soaring Sect's hall. Inside, the sect master, Elder Dongmei, and Han Dai, the portly merchant, sat quietly, unsure why Han Cai had summoned them so suddenly.

Elder Dongmei sighed, reminiscing about the days when he used to summon Han Cai. But now the tables had turned.

Upon entering the hall, Han Cai respectfully bowed to the Sect Master, Elder Dongmei, and his father, Han Dai.

Both Elder Dongmei and the sect master acknowledged him with a nod, while Han Dai felt somewhat awkward since his son had never bowed to him before. Han Cai then took a seat nearby.

He sat there in silence, deep in thought.

Sensing that something was amiss, the sect master noticed Han Cai's unusually solemn mood and asked, "Han Cai?"