( There it is again, that stiffening of his shoulders, startled by Zhou Zishu's easy mentioning of Ghost Valley and it's inhabitants. )

I'm not scared of Luo-yi.

( ... Maybe ... )

When have I ever needed either? You shouldn't be worrying about all of this, Ah-Xu. It isn't important. ( It's the state of affairs in a place that's keeping them, he knows his attitude won't stick. Then, more carefully. ) If I knew the right way of things I'd tell you. But my opinion isn't that of the majority, I also haven't been here long enough. I just know what I think should matter. I could be wrong.