Lu Chen had initially assumed that if he proposed his departure, their greatest concern would be how he would manage his life in the future. He never expected that they would still be thinking about following him.
Facing their expectant yet anxious gazes, Lu Chen feigned a mysterious air and shook his head.
"Heavenly secrets cannot be revealed. The opportunity between us ends here; why force what is not meant to be? You only need to practice diligently, cultivate your strength, and benefit the common people—that will be enough. There is no need to follow me further."
Chapter 429