Chapter 145

He Jin saw this and shook his head helplessly; in this regard, he truly could not compare, as there was no way to compete with established clans like the Master Yuan family.

Which of these established clans had not existed for hundreds of years?

Some had even existed for over a thousand years!

Dynasties flow like water, but clans are as solid as iron; a family of note for a century, a clan for a millennium.

These words were not spoken lightly.

They were a reality!

The foundation of these clans was far beyond what an upstart like He Jin could ever hope to match.

"Your subject shall do his utmost!"

Master Yuan Huai bowed slightly and spoke with great solemnity.

"Good, very good!"

"If the Grand Tutor can accomplish this matter."

"I shall certainly reward you handsomely!"

Emperor Ling of Han, Liu Hong, was also extremely pleased.

In his excitement, he stood straight up from the dragon throne.

Seeing this, the other clans also breathed a sigh of relief, and in their hearts, they began to feel grateful toward Master Yuan Huai.

Only one person, Commandant Yang Ci, narrowed his aged eyes.

He wore an expression of indifference, as if this had nothing to do with him.

He hailed from a clan equal to the Master Yuan family of Runan: the Yang family of Hongnong.

In a certain sense, the status and standing of the Yang family of Hongnong were even more illustrious than those of the Master Yuan family of Runan.

This was because the Yang family of Hongnong had produced Three Excellencies over five generations!

Master Yuan Huai, who had been somewhat smug, immediately stopped when he saw the indifferent Yang Ci.

His mind began to race once more.

Great Sui, Cihang Cihang Jingzhai.

Sect Master Fan Fan Qinghui’s expression turned very serious upon seeing the Demon Sect on the list.

"I never expected the Demon Sect to actually make it onto the Wu Lin Sect List."

"And they even received such a terrifyingly powerful reward; our Cihang Cihang Jingzhai must make some preparations, otherwise, we will inevitably suffer losses when the time comes."

Fan Fan Qinghui’s tone was extremely grave.

Cihang Cihang Jingzhai had always been at odds with the Demon Sect.

The two sects had reached a point where, upon meeting, only one side could survive.

This was all because their philosophies were vastly different.

The Demon Sect was bent on throwing the Nine Provinces into chaos, while Cihang Cihang Jingzhai sought to assist a heroic ruler to bring stability to the Nine Provinces.

Now that the Demon Sect had ascended the Golden List, they would surely take major action next.

"No need to be anxious!"

The founder of Cihang Cihang Jingzhai, Di Ni, suddenly appeared before them.

"Greetings, Founder!"

Fan Fan Qinghui and the others rose to speak.

"Rise!"

Di Ni said calmly.

Immediately, she continued: "Do not worry, the Demon Sect's reward will appear in the hands of the Heavenly Demon, Cang Qu."

"Ever since he founded the Demon Sect, he has been traveling the Nine Provinces in search of the opportunity and fate to break through to the supreme realm."

"Right now, he is likely in seclusion somewhere, attempting a breakthrough."

"The Heavenly Demon, Cang Qu, has always ignored the affairs within the Demon Sect."

"That is why the Demon Sect has remained in its current scattered state."

"Therefore, even if the Heavenly Dao has rewarded the Demon Sect with treasures, it will not greatly enhance them."

Di Ni’s words calmed the restless hearts within Cihang Cihang Jingzhai.

Following this, Di Ni looked at Shi Shi Feixuan nearby and asked: "Shi Feixuan, I heard from your Master that you have a friendship with the Ninth Prince of Great Qin, Ying Ying Ziyu; is this true?"

Ever since Ying Ying Ziyu topped the Heaven's Pride List, more and more old monsters of the Nine Provinces had been paying attention to him.

Zhu Jiang Yuyan, Di Ni, Di Di Shitian, the Immortal God, and so on.

They had all conducted a comprehensive investigation of Ying Ying Ziyu.

However, the answers they received were all the same.

This left some people very unwilling to accept it.

Consequently, Zhu Jiang Yuyan thought of having Wan Wan get close to Ying Ying Ziyu.

Cihang Cihang Jingzhai also wanted to see what Shi Shi Feixuan’s attitude toward Ying Ying Ziyu was.

It would help them decide their next arrangements.

After all, the strength Ying Ying Ziyu had displayed was already enough for Cihang Cihang Jingzhai to place their bets on him.

"That is correct, we do have a friendship."

"He is a very special person."

"There is an inexplicable feeling about him that can deeply attract those who get close to him."

When Shi Shi Feixuan said these words, her face flushed involuntarily.

Saying such things in front of her Master and the seniors of her sect made her feel somewhat embarrassed.

"Since that is the case, would you be willing to go to his side and assist him?"

"See if he has the qualifications to end this chaotic era of the Nine Provinces, unify the Nine Provinces, and establish a stable and prosperous dynasty."

Di Ni’s tone was very flat as she spoke.

There was not the slightest hint of coercion.

Shi Shi Feixuan’s talent was excellent, and barring any accidents, she would certainly become the future Sect Master of Cihang Cihang Jingzhai.

Toward such a heaven-gifted talent, Di Ni would not adopt an overly forceful attitude.

Everything would be based on Shi Shi Feixuan’s own opinion.

"I am willing!"

Shi Shi Feixuan agreed immediately without a second thought.

She knew what kind of fate awaited her after saying these three words.

To marry Ying Ying Ziyu and become one of his many women.

Shi Shi Feixuan did not care.

She also loved Ying Ying Ziyu deeply.

Being able to stay by his side, Shi Shi Feixuan could do anything.

"Good, since that is the case, after we finish discussing the specific matters, you shall set off for Great Qin."

Di Ni said calmly.

Shi Shi Feixuan nodded with a smile.

Seeing her disciple like this, Fan Fan Qinghui did not say much else.

She could see that her disciple was very happy.

That was good enough.

Just as everyone finished speaking.

The text on the Golden List in the firmament changed once again.

[Wu Lin Sect List · Third Place!]

[Cihang Cihang Jingzhai!]

[Sect Master: Di Ni!]

[Realm: Land Immortal · Heavenly Immortal Realm!]

[Number of Sect Experts: Three at Land Immortal · Heavenly Immortal Realm, six at Land Immortal · Heaven-Human Realm, four at Land Immortal · Innate Realm, nine at Land Immortal · Mortal Realm, twenty-five Grandmasters, thirty Masters, and over five hundred at the Innate Realm!]

[Sect Membership: Over six thousand people!]

[Reward: Heaven-grade high-tier treasure: Sanskrit Sound Heart-Clearing Glazed Pagoda; when used, it can automatically hover above the user's head for defense. The user will maintain a state of clarity and purity, allowing them to see the flaws in an enemy's attack and make the most appropriate counterattack.]