Chapter 88

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Ning Zhiyuan paused, "Everyone, do your best. If the ancestors are pleased, they might take a closing disciple or something. That would be a great fortune."

Everyone smiled in understanding. If the ancestors weren't here, who would work so hard? Each hall was putting in their best effort, especially those with their own ancestors present.

"The second matter is even more important!"

Even Ning Zhiyuan's expression turned serious, and no one could think of anything more important than the arrival of the ancestors.

"This time, in addition to the five ancestors, there will be a special guest—Yan Yuyue."

Ning Zhiyuan's words made the entire hall fall silent.

After a long while, Tang Wei murmured, "Yan Yuyue, the Yan Yuyue from Bactian Hall?"

Ning Zhiyuan smiled helplessly, "Is there another Yan Yuyue?"

Yan Yuyue, the closing disciple of Jintian Nan, the Evil Lord of one of the three major sects, Bactian Hall. Even the disciples of the Holy Hall had heard of her, known as the top young expert among the evil cultivators.

The question was, what was she doing at the Holy Hall, and why would she come to the Hundred Treasures Hall Gathering?

Others clearly looked serious, but there were two exceptions: Wang Meng and Li Tianyi. It seemed like everything here was irrelevant to them, and they appeared quite impatient.

Wang Meng couldn't stand such places, and Li Tianyi was even more impatient. If it weren't for Ming Ren being here, representing Lingyin Hall, he would have left long ago.

The relationship between the Evil Lord Jintian Nan and the Sword God Xue Zhongnan was quite complex. Currently, the relationship between the three major sects was relatively stable, and the attitude of the Evil Lord Jintian Nan was crucial. Jintian Nan seemed satisfied with the current situation, but he and Xue Zhongnan had irreconcilable personal grievances.

The reason was simple: Xue Zhongnan's name offended his taboo. One was Tian Nan, and the other was Zhong Nan. As the head of the Holy Hall, Xue Zhongnan could never change his name. Almost every ten years, the two would have a fierce battle, but strangely, this did not affect the agreement between Bactian Hall and the Holy Hall.

"Regardless of Yan Yuyue's purpose, the main hall's requirement is only one: absolutely no disgrace."

Ning Zhiyuan said.

Immediately, everyone understood the severity of the situation. It seemed that the ancestors were not just here for them but also for Yan Yuyue. This Hundred Treasures Hall Gathering was about to become a storm. Success would bring fame and fortune, failure would be a complete disaster.

Losing face among themselves was a private matter, but if anything came from Yan Yuyue, it would be bad. The Holy Cultivators valued their reputation above all else...

"Hu Jing, your Leiguang Hall needs to be especially careful. Don't be too extravagant," Ning Zhiyuan said.

The meaning was clear: you should tone it down and put away those things.

Hu Jing couldn't miss the point, feeling a bit bitter. Everyone understood the logic, but thinking about how the disciples of Leiguang Hall had all worked their hardest for this Hundred Treasures Hall Gathering, no matter their level, they had all done their best. Now, asking them to put it away, how could she say that?

The hall fell silent again. Everyone looked at Hu Jing, waiting for her answer. The other halls were all up to standard, but only Leiguang Hall was in question.

Hu Jing bit her lip. If she let everyone's efforts go to waste, Leiguang Hall might be finished. But if she didn't agree, and they lost face, angering the ancestors, Leiguang Hall would still be finished.

This dilemma was beyond even Hu Jing's wisdom. She looked at Wang Meng.

Wang Meng, as if waking up, quickly stood up and wiped his mouth. "Ah, are we done? Is it time to eat?"

The atmosphere suddenly became very strange.

"There are so many gluttons. Don't let one rotten piece of meat spoil the whole pot," Shentu muttered.

The feud between Hengshan Hall and Leiguang Hall was set. Shentu's days hadn't been easy since the last failure, and he wouldn't miss this opportunity.

"My stomach is also growling. Brother Ning, if there's nothing else, let's wrap it up," Li Tianyi said.

Wang Meng was just a nobody in their eyes, but Li Tianyi was a different story.

Li Tianyi was different from them. They needed to accumulate reputation and status through effort, but Li Tianyi was the successor of the Li family and had the head's approval. In terms of overall status, he was on par with Ning Zhiyuan, and it was hard to say who was better.

Ning Zhiyuan smiled, still giving Li Tianyi face. "The main points are these two. Everyone, go back and prepare. The rules are the same: clear rewards and punishments. Those who perform well in this Hundred Treasures Hall Gathering will have their resources doubled next year, and those who fail will have them halved."

Ning Zhiyuan felt he had made his point clear, and the people below should know what to do.

On the way back, Wang Meng saw Hu Jing's worried expression. "Xiao Jing, don't think too much. Just follow your plan."

"Sigh, I only now realize what a tough job this head disciple is."

"Haha, I don't think it's a tough job. Could it be that Zhang Xiaopang is in love, and you're jealous?" Wang Meng teased.

Hu Jing couldn't help but laugh, her mood immediately improving. "That guy changes his heart so quickly, but I really should congratulate him. Senior Sister Liu is a good person."

Wang Meng also laughed. "When I found out, I was also surprised. No wonder Senior Sister Liu always looked at me unfavorably. It turns out I didn't meet her standards, haha."

"You, you really know how to tease. Speaking of which, what kind of person do you like? Has Zhang Xiaopang's relationship affected you?"

Wang Meng shrugged. "Sigh, I suspect I have low emotional intelligence. I haven't met anyone who has moved me."

Hu Jing smiled. "That's because your standards are too high. Someone like Senior Sister Yang Ying, I don't believe you don't like her."

"Food and sex are human nature, but unfortunately, it's not that feeling."

Wang Meng laughed. The fusion with Mo Shan had brought many advantages, but it also had a significant impact on his mindset. Wang Meng wasn't jaded, but his standards were indeed higher.

After some teasing, Hu Jing's mood improved. "Li Tianyi is quite interesting. He actually offered to help us."

Li Tianyi wasn't a fool or someone who didn't understand the rules. Others couldn't understand why the high-and-mighty Li Tianyi would get involved with the lowly Leiguang Hall.

This was just a small episode. Important people rarely looked down.

Hu Jing calmed down and suddenly understood. As long as everyone had done their best, they could accept any outcome. But if their efforts were stifled from the start, it would be a real blow.

After returning, Hu Jing continued with her original plan. No matter what, Leiguang Hall had to show its strength.

Two days later, the Hundred Treasures Hall Gathering officially began. The sky was filled with sword light as disciples from various halls continuously poured in. Even those who had gone out for training would return at this time to participate in the exchange and find some treasures. The Hundred Treasures Hall Gathering was a festival for the disciples of the Holy Hall.

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