Li Shiming finally understood, it turned out that this Master Xie Lang was an Alchemy Master from the Dragon lineage, here to compete with Master Jiang Hong for talent.
"Thank you for your kindness, Master Xie. I currently only wish to advance to the Nascent Soul Stage and do not want to participate in research!" Li Shiming did not hesitate for a moment and immediately refused Master Xie Lang's invitation.
At a time like this, he couldn't waver. If he really agreed to Master Xie Lang and joined the Dragon lineage in such a way, he wouldn't gain much recognition. Instead, he'd break ties with the Phoenix lineage entirely and ruin his own reputation.
"No worries, you are always welcome!" Master Xie Lang said with a smile.
He nodded to Master Jiang Hong and turned to leave.
"Master Li, there are some matters I need to discuss with you in private!" Master Jiang Hong spoke to Li Shiming after Master Xie Lang departed into the distance.
