An enemy and An offer

    ... said that, he walks up to the old lady, once more focusing on her eyes, and behind his back pressing on the bracelet. A second later disappearing from the room, and reappearing back in their original location.

    Having gotten back to their original position in the garden by the gate door to exit it, the two still gazing into each others eyes. As age matters not to a cultivator, and Rei is still being left thoughtless (no thoughts or actions).

    Rei simply asks. "So shall I come with you or should I return?"

    Keeping a calm look on her face except for the split second when she breaks out of her daze, she replies. "Your choice."

    Nodding, Rei accepts, not saying a word in reply. Just standing before her, as if waiting for her to lead the way. The two wait a few seconds before either side decides to move.