Chapter 1377

Coming to the side of the Third Elder, Ning Chen turned his back to him; the Third Elder extended his hand and sent a stream of internal energy into Ning Chen's body to check where he was injured or something was amiss.

After searching for a while, the Third Elder found that Ning Chen was indeed extremely healthy; he asked the disciple nearby in confusion: "Was Zhang Chen really slapped by a Guhu Niao?"

That disciple nodded affirmatively: "Third Elder, this disciple saw it with my own eyes; at that time, this junior brother was indeed struck by the Guhu Niao, and those few over there can also testify."

"That is strange indeed; this young brother's body is in excellent condition, not looking at all like someone who has been injured."

Of course there would be no injury; he had automatically healed everything, so how could there still be any wound?

This would also provide a reasonable explanation for his condition this time; even if he recovered quickly after being injured in the future, no one would suspect anything again.

"Third Elder, I said that my recovery ability has been strong since childhood; years ago I fell from a cliff and still had no major problems."

The Third Elder pondered for a long time, then looked Ning Chen up and down, revealing a satisfied smile.

"I know; this must be your talent. Many talents have appeared before; it seems you truly possess the talent for cultivation."

Seeing that the other party believed him, Ning Chen said no more and turned to walk toward where Gu Yanqi and Miss Hongxiu were.

Seeing that the Third Elder was interested in Ning Chen, the disciple nearby quickly spoke up: "Third Elder, this Zhang Chen is a trio of siblings; over there is the elder sister Zhang Hong, and that is the younger sister Zhang Qiqi; all three are orphans who have survived by hunting since childhood."

"Very well; they are pitiful people. When arranging rooms upon return, place the three of them close together; at least they can look out for one another."

"Understood, Elder."

The background story Ning Chen invented to avoid trouble actually gave them great convenience.

Upon entering the Men Sect, Xiao Han was immediately taken away by the Third Elder, while Ning Chen and the others were assigned rooms.

The men lived in one courtyard, the women in another; the two courtyards faced each other.

Since there were few women this time—only Gu Yanqi and Miss Hongxiu—and due to the Third Elder's instructions, the disciple assigning rooms directly moved Ning Chen to the women's side.

Ning Chen was very satisfied with this arrangement; he could cuddle with his wife again at night, so how could he not be satisfied?

The entire courtyard had four or five rooms, and all basic daily necessities were fully equipped inside.

"Let's go change our clothes first; there will probably be other matters shortly."

The room arrangement was: Ning Chen, Gu Yanqi, and Miss Hongxiu, lined up in that order.

After changing clothes, everyone gathered in Gu Yanqi's room.

"I wonder what Ah Han is doing; he shouldn't be in any trouble, right?" Miss Hongxiu showed concern, after all, Xiao Han's previous identity was that of a traitor to the entire Zhenggemen Sect.

"There should be no trouble; the one in charge now should be the Third Elder. It is clear that the Third Elder's attitude toward Xiao Han is very good."

Ning Chen felt that, judging by the Third Elder's current behavior, he must be among those supporting Xiao Han.

Gu Yanqi also recalled the disciples who had guarded them earlier and their reactions toward Xiao Han: "Sister Hongxiu, don't worry; I see that many disciples here strongly support Xiao Han, and besides, hasn't Xiao Han cleared his name already?"

Miss Hongxiu nodded, feeling slightly relieved in her heart.

"Zhang Chen, you three come out for a moment." Suddenly, shouting came from outside.

Ning Chen glanced outside, then quickly stood up and opened the door.

No one was in the courtyard; the people must have been shouting from outside.

Going outside, he saw one or two disciples standing to the side organizing them.

"Everyone, this time we are going to meet the Elders for assignment. First, follow the senior brothers to learn; when you are ready enough, you will participate in the trial. Those who pass may join the Elders' disciples."

After everyone had assembled, the group proceeded together to the Men Sect's main hall, where many people were present, including the Second Elder from before and his senior disciple Wu Dan.

Ning Chen scanned the surroundings and found Xiao Han's location; at that moment, he was standing beside the Third Elder, while the Third Elder sat at the highest position directly in front.

If Ning Chen guessed correctly, this place should be the position of the Sect Master; wasn't the current representative figure of the Sect Master the Second Elder?

Ning Chen glanced at the Second Elder without making it obvious; he saw that the man looked much more despondent, even appearing suddenly much older.

Ning Chen, Gu Yanqi, and Miss Hongxiu walked in the very center; since the three of them currently looked unremarkable, basically no one noticed them.

Assignments began: Lin Yi and Xu Chenchen were assigned to the Fourth Elder's disciple; others were scattered and assigned to the Second Elder and the Sect Master's disciples.

Next came the assignment issue for Ning Chen and the other two.

The Third Elder stood up: "Everyone, I wish to teach these three; we had some exchange before."

Others naturally had no objections; the main reason was that Ning Chen and the others' appearances were simply not appealing to anyone, and what everyone envied most right now was the Fourth Elder, since he had Lin Yi and Xu Chenchen, the two with the most superior appearances currently.

Ning Chen brought Gu Yanqi and Miss Hongxiu to stand beside the Third Elder.

With the assignment issue resolved, there were no other major matters; except for the various Elders and the first-ranked senior disciple, everyone else was led outside.

Clearly, they had something to say.

Ning Chen gave Miss Hongxiu a signal with his eyes; he would go listen to what they were saying.

Miss Hongxiu nodded, took Gu Yanqi's hand and left first, while Ning Chen returned to the vicinity of the main hall.

Glancing at the entrance, he saw disciples guarding the door; entering through the main gate was definitely impossible, so he would have to enter from the side.

He set his sights on the main hall's windows; he could climb in through the windows.