James did not press the matter further since it was a matter of small consequence.

“Alright, I’ll see you around.”

James engaged in a brief conversation with the Blithe King and Daniel. Then he turned to leave.

After leaving the military region…

Thea tilted her head. “Honey, where are we going? Are we going back to the Callahans?”

Before James could answer, Maxine interrupted. “James…”

“Yeah?”

James turned around and looked at Maxine, who was still traveling alongside James.

Maxine said, “Grandpa sent me to protect you. As it stands, you’ve almost caught up to me now that you've recovered your cultivation base. Aside from that, you also have Thea, a grandmaster of the third rank beside you. It’d be pointless for me to stay in Cansington any longer. It's time for me to return to the Capital."

“So soon?” James uttered in disappointment.

She had a sharp mind and could think on her feet.

Having Maxine beside him would be immensely beneficial to him. Her departing so quickly was