"Really! He is a very strong cultivator." Among many other things that are beside the point, which is that he's left a very favorable impression of the Nie Sect. "Your a-die sounds very wise."

And it makes sense, for one so young. After all, the main reason he is already acquainted with some disciples from other Sects is because they come to take classes from his uncle - and because he sometimes accompanies his uncle on Sect business, when his father is especially unwell.

A-Sang makes him a little curious, though - could this be one of Nie Huaisang's friends. Or no, the nickname may be common enough, for all he knows.

"I was in the woods, practicing my handstands. I suppose someone must have snuck up on me, though I don't remember it. I only remember waking up here as well."

It worries him, although he tries not to show it.