Chapter 92

Zhao Tianlong smiled slightly, "What, do you have a place in mind to go?"

"Grandmaster, I want to visit the Thunderlight Hall. I’ve heard it’s very interesting," Zhao Lingxuan said softly, actually a bit afraid of Zhao Tianlong.

Zhao Tianlong was known for his strict governance of the family, and among all the grandmasters, he was the most stringent. This was probably related to his alchemy, where a tiny mistake could lead to a huge error. A slight mistake in refining a pill might only result in a less effective pill, but in alchemy, even a tiny flaw would render the item useless.

"Reason." Zhao Tianlong was in a good mood today, but he didn’t want the girl to get involved with such a place.

"Grandmaster, we should not only focus on the Dao Light Hall, which represents the highest level, but also pay attention to the Thunderlight Hall. Senior Brother Ning, isn’t that the right approach?"

Zhao Lingxuan asked innocently, her pure appearance making it impossible for anyone to bear to deceive her.

"Junior Sister, you already know how to look at the big picture, which is much better than me. I also bear some responsibility for the decline of the Thunderlight Hall," Ning Zhiyuan sighed.

"Don’t blame yourself. Cultivation is inherently a process of survival of the fittest, and this applies to holy cultivators as well. However, since we’re here, it’s fine to take a look. Some decisions need to be made promptly."

Zhao Tianlong said this calmly.

After Zhao Tianlong left with Zhao Lingxuan, the disciples of the Dao Light Hall seemed to be able to breathe normally again. Among the grandmasters, Zhao Tianlong had the strongest presence, always making everyone feel suffocated. This made them even more admiring of Senior Brother Ning, who could still chat and laugh easily.

"Senior Brother, the Thunderlight Hall is in for a rough time. Grandmaster Zhao is known for his strictness. This might be the end of the Thunderlight Hall."

Gongsun Wucheng smiled, "Congratulations, Junior Brother Zhao."

"Grandmaster’s praise is too much, I am deeply honored."

"Let’s open up before Grandmaster Ma arrives, and let everyone in," Ning Zhiyuan said.

A few disciples of the Dao Light Hall looked a bit strange, and Gongsun Wucheng’s expression turned serious, "Didn’t you hear Senior Brother’s words?"

"Senior Brother, it’s strange, there aren’t many people outside..."

Hu Jing and others, who had circled back to their original spot, were completely deflated. The disciples of the Thunderlight Hall looked at them with hopeful eyes, and their expressions said it all.

Hu Jing gritted her teeth and tried to smile, "We’ll stay here. Those who want to go out and explore can do so."

Zhang Xiaojiang slumped into a chair, feeling dejected. He wasn’t afraid of not recognizing quality, but he was afraid of comparing quality. If Zhang Xiaojiang lacked discernment, it might be better, but the key was that he could see the gap. Without confidence, how could he be proud?

Ma Tian’er opened her mouth but couldn’t find the right words to encourage them. After all, the gap was obvious, but seeing everyone’s low morale, Ma Tian’er felt she couldn’t let it continue, "I’ll have Little Cutie perform a dance for everyone. It’s his specialty."

Chi Hou... dance?

Ma Tian’er wanted to liven up the atmosphere; it couldn’t stay like this. After all, disciples from other halls occasionally passed by, and it wasn’t good for the place to look so gloomy.

"Hu Jing, you don’t need to feel guilty. We all know the gap. This isn’t the first time we’ve participated in the Hundred Treasures Hall. I was mentally prepared. We have a gap, but it’s only temporary. I came here to embarrass myself. After embarrassing myself, I’ll go back and practice hard. Next time, I’ll make up for it!"

A physical cultivation disciple said.

Another alchemy disciple stood up suddenly, "That’s right. You’ve done enough. So what if it’s embarrassing? I’ve been embarrassed before!"

"Exactly, the Hundred Treasures Hall is about showcasing ourselves. Just do our best. Who’s afraid of who? Let’s liven up the place. We can’t let the other halls laugh at us!"

"Right, right!"

Hu Jing and Zhang Xiaojiang were stunned, looking at the enthusiastic crowd, their hearts warming up.

"Right, since we’re here, let’s do our best at this hall meeting!"

Hu Jing returned to her normal self. This pressure couldn’t break her.

At this moment, the stuttering Zheng Shuang rushed in, out of breath, "Quick, quick, prepare, Grandmaster Zhou is coming!"

"Who, who did you say?" Zhou Qian was the first to react.

"It’s Grandmaster Zhou Luodan. Who else could it be?"

The stuttering Zheng Shuang was so excited that his face turned red. Although he no longer stuttered, everyone still couldn’t get used to it.

Suddenly, the entire Thunderlight Hall erupted in cheers. If Grandmaster Lei’s visit was out of old ties, Grandmaster Zhou’s visit was a pleasant surprise.

Soon, Zhou Luodan and his entourage arrived at the Thunderlight Hall.

"This place is a bit hard to find," Zhou Luodan smiled.

"Some people treat the Thunderlight Hall like a stepchild. I just can’t understand it. We’re all part of the Holy Hall. Instead of thinking about how to save it, they’re just trying to kick it while it’s down."

Zhou Feng didn’t expect the Thunderlight Hall to be assigned such a poor location and couldn’t help but get angry.

Hu Jing led the Thunderlight Hall disciples to welcome them, "Disciple Hu Jing greets Grandmaster."

"Hehe, so you’re Hu Jing. I’ve heard about you from Zhao Ya. What a graceful and talented girl."

Being praised by the grandmaster, Hu Jing’s face couldn’t help but turn red.

"Grandmaster, you’re so beautiful."

This sudden voice shocked everyone. Who was so bold?

Who else but Zhang Xiaopang could say such a "fatal" thing at such a critical moment?

Zhou Luodan glanced at Zhang Xiaopang. With her experience in reading people, she could tell from his eyes that his praise was genuine, even to the point of being mesmerized by her beauty. Any woman, even at the grandmaster level, likes to be complimented.

Zhou Luodan smiled, "You little rascal, what’s your name?"

Everyone breathed a sigh of relief, especially Liang Yuan. If Zhou Luodan had given him a displeased look, Zhang Xiaopang would have been sent straight to hell. Who would have thought he could make the grandmaster smile? This fat guy must have done good deeds in his past life.

"Disciple Zhang Xiaojiang, I’m Elder Wan’s disciple," Zhang Xiaojiang scratched his head, a bit embarrassed.

If Wang Meng were here, he would know that this guy was just pretending to be innocent.

"Wan Jing, hehe, good eye. Let’s go. I’ve heard you have a talented alchemy disciple here. I want to see him."

Hu Jing and the others were stunned. What talented alchemy disciple did they have here???

Hu Jing knew her own abilities weren’t enough to attract a grandmaster’s attention.

But there was no time to think. Instinctively, they led Zhou Luodan and her entourage to the Spirit Elixir and Miracle Medicine area.

As soon as Zhou Luodan left, the place erupted in chaos, especially among the disciples of other halls, who looked as if they had seen a ghost.

"The Thunderlight Hall has a talented alchemy disciple who has caught Grandmaster Zhou’s attention!"

"I heard Grandmaster Zhou is thinking of taking on a new disciple!"

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The news spread quickly, and rumors can turn a cooked duck into a flying Ultraman.