Published: December 28, 2024
The gaze of Yao Guang Saint Master flickered, "This is also your opportunity. That Eternal Sword Master is a person of unparalleled swordsmanship; even if he has fallen, the restrictions he set can still kill me. Even if this Saint Master were to intrude, I would likely perish. Yet, unexpectedly, it chose you. Your fortuitous encounter is indeed astonishing."
Yao Guang Saint Master shook his head, "From now on, do not mention this matter again. Just pretend it never happened; otherwise, countless sword masters from the heavenly realm will come looking for trouble."
"I understand, Master," Qin Chen lowered his head.
"You are the pride of Tian Gong, considered a disciple of this Saint Master. There’s no need to be overly cautious. What happened to your previous dominance?" Yao Guang Saint Master smiled, "This Saint Master hopes that you can make a name for Tian Gong in Guang Han Mansion, ideally suppressing the other Holy Sons of Tian Gong in the upcoming trials so that they cannot lift their heads. That would be what this Saint Master wishes to see the most."
"Alright, Great Elder, take him out. Remember to go to the Resource Hall to collect three pieces of middle-tier Ancient Sacred Veins as a reward for his cultivation," Yao Guang Saint Master instructed.
"Thank you, Lord Minister," Qin Chen expressed his gratitude, genuinely excited. Three pieces of middle-tier Ancient Sacred Veins would be extremely useful for him, and for Si Si and Qing Ling, they were also greatly needed.
"There’s no need for thanks. If you can bring glory to Tian Gong in the upcoming trials, that would truly help me. By then, don’t say middle-tier Ancient Sacred Veins, even top-tier Ancient Sacred Veins I can bestow upon you. But for now, I can only give you these. Tian Gong values merit; you haven't made significant contributions, so naturally, I cannot give you too much reward," Yao Guang Saint Master said lightly.
"Yes, I will remember the Minister's teachings. However, I have one request," Qin Chen suddenly said.
"Oh? What is it?" Yao Guang Saint Master looked over.
"I have two friends who got separated in Guang Han Mansion. Later, I found out that they became closed disciples of the Mansion Master. I would like to ask the Minister to send a message to the Mansion Master so that I can meet my two friends," Qin Chen immediately stated.
"Two friends? They became closed disciples of the Mansion Master?" Yao Guang Saint Master’s tone revealed a hint of curiosity, "The Mansion Master only accepts female disciples. Those two friends of yours should be your beloved ones, right? To actually be accepted as closed disciples, this is quite a feat, but it's not impossible."
Yao Guang Saint Master smiled, "The Mansion Master has a very bad temper and wouldn't even spare this Saint Master’s face when angry. If it were anything else, it would be fine, but you specifically want to see her female disciples. However, this Saint Master will put aside my pride and help you plead your case. Here’s the deal: you go back first; I still have some matters to attend to. In three days, I will take you to Guang Han Mansion to meet the Mansion Master."
"Thank you very much, Lord Minister," Qin Chen’s heart leaped with joy. Although it sounded challenging, as long as the Tian Gong Minister intervened, he could see Qian Xue and know she was safe, which would put his mind at ease.
As for the rest, if the Mansion Master insisted on detaining Qian Xue, he would make them regret their decision.
"Go!" Yao Guang Saint Master waved his hand, and at once, a brilliant rainbow light appeared, forming a bridge that sent Qin Chen and the Great Elder away.
After the Great Elder and Qin Chen left, Yao Guang Saint Master’s gaze turned sharp as he looked in the direction Qin Chen departed, deep in thought.
"This child, besides the aura of the Ancestral Lord and the Eternal Sword Master, seems to hide some powerful aura, and his body is shrouded in fog, definitely containing secrets."
Yao Guang Saint Master murmured, "The key point is, this child has gained the attention of headquarters, and there is an anonymous command from the highest levels of headquarters. Only the top few in headquarters are qualified to transmit this command. Who exactly is Qin Chen? How could he attract the attention of the highest levels in Guang Han Mansion?"