The Saint Master, though sensing a hint of belittlement in Zhang Yang's words, didn't get angry. Instead, he smiled and said, "Care to give me some pointers?"

He now approached Zhang Yang with an attitude of equality to discuss the Dao.

Having traveled the world and witnessed the benefits brought by Zhang Yang's policies, he held immense admiration for Zhang Yang's actions.

Another reason was that, although he was a pioneer, Zhang Yang was also a pioneer!