C249 Number Eighty-six.

"Greetings, Elder Bai." Lu Shaoyou offered a warm smile and promptly bowed in respect. He was well-acquainted with Elder Bai Mei.

"Shaoyou, it truly is you! I thought I was dreaming. I'm relieved to see you're alive," Elder Bai Mei exclaimed, his excitement palpable even after regaining his composure.

"I never imagined I'd be able to return alive," Lu Shaoyou responded with a slight smile