Some plan...

'Then I should first confirm that he indeed has a mark,' Hao Xuan concluded and courteously lowered his head as a sign of respect.

"Then it is a pleasure to make your acquaintance, Sir Viltgar. Would you mind revealing your mark? I would be much more comfortable knowing that I'm speaking with a comrade from the sanctum."

Viltgar gave an approving look, "It would be my pleasure," before swiping his hand.

A very faint pressure descended on the area giving Hao Xuan a tingling sensation. His eyes widened upon realizing Viltgar's mark came from the Silent Father.

'I did not expect that. How rare! Then I will reveal the same mark so he trusts me more.'

Hao Xuan flashed a friendly smile as if he were meeting an old pal, "What a splendid coincidence! This is the first time I have seen another with the same mark."