Ever since Murong Zhen arrived at the Three Great Pavilions, she had been trying her best to attract the attention of the young masters from the Soaring Pavilion, especially Xu Lingchong, who was an extremely important young master. However, the sad thing was that although Xu Lingchong had shown some interest in her, he had never truly taken her seriously. He did not even remember her name.
"The one that scolded Lady Shangguan last time? Young Master Xu, did you forget? " Lou Tianyou blurted out in shock. He had purposely tried to punish Murong Zhen to please Xu Lingchong. If Xu Lingchong had no impression of the woman, it would be too boring.
"Oh, it's her." Xu Lingchong nodded as he collected his thoughts. He was still not interested. With his status and background, a mere Murong Zhen was not worthy of his attention. However, when he recalled how she had scolded Shangguan Laner, he calmly agreed, "That's good, let her be. Out of sight, out of mind."
As for continuing to deal with Murong Zhen, Xu Lingchong had no intention of doing so at all, especially since this person was related to Elder Murong. Xu Lingchong did not want to do so.
"Uhh … fine, I thought you would at least be happy about it. Since you're not interested, forget it," Lou Tianyou shrugged in disappointment.
He had no grudge against Murong Zhen. He was merely trying to please Xu Lingchong, which was why he had decided to punish Murong Zhen. Now that Young Master Xu was not interested, it was pointless.
With Murong Zhen's indirect kinship with Elder Murong, with big shots like Eldest Miss Shangguan and Young Master Xu standing in front of him, no matter how hard he trampled on Murong Zhen, it was unlikely that Elder Murong would step forward to protect him.
However, he was still an elder of the Soaring Sky Pavilion. Lou Tianyou was not stupid enough to provoke him for no reason.
Initially, he had prepared a lot of tricks, but now, the woman had unknowingly dodged a bullet.
As Xu Lingchong and Lou Tianyou were chatting, the door to the private room was suddenly pushed open, followed by a deep voice, "It seems like I'm late, Young Master Xu."
"Hehe, we're early. It's been a while, how are you, Senior Brother?" Xu Lingchong smiled and gestured for the South-Heaven Gate to take his seat.
Southern Heavenly Gate and Yu Zhe exchanged glances with one another. After nodding at Lou Tianyou, they sat down opposite Xu Lingchong and Yu Zhe.
This time, they were not paying a visit to a top expert like Shanghai Tianhua, so there was no need for them to be too nervous. The reason why the Southern Heaven Gate brought Yu Zhe along was because they were planning to use Xu Lingchong to pressure Hong Zhong, while trying to find Lin Er through other means.
According to Yu Zhe's deduction, this Lin Er was very likely related to Welcoming Pavilion. Welcoming Pavilion Master Hu Yunfeng was Xu Yuanzheng's direct subordinate. If they wanted to do something in Welcoming Pavilion privately, it would be impossible without Young Master Xu's approval.
Southern Heavenly Gate looked at the luxurious feast on the table, which was overflowing with spiritual energy. After taking a seat, he couldn't help but raise his eyebrows. "I'm the one who asked for Young Master Xu's help this time, yet Young Master Xu treats me so generously. I'm really flattered!"
Even though the Southern Heavenly Gate was the Eldest Senior Brother in charge of the Soaring Sky Pavilion, it was difficult for him to eat such a luxurious feast that cost thousands of spiritual jades.
"It's only right. You're the Eldest Senior Brother, so as your Junior Brothers, we should be more respectful to you. This way, when the time comes, we'll be able to ask for your help, isn't that right?" Xu Lingchong smiled.
"Young Master Xu, you seem to be implying something?" Southern Heavenly Gate frowned slightly.
"Of course not, Eldest Senior Brother, you're overthinking it. I'm sincerely looking forward to Eldest Senior Brother's promotion." Xu Lingchong said in a seemingly casual manner.
After hearing this, Southern Heavenly Gate's eyes flickered. He was a smart man, so he could roughly guess what Xu Lingchong was trying to say.
He had long heard that Xu Lingchong's strength had made a breakthrough recently, and had become a Foundation Establishment Realm expert who was on par with him. Now, it seemed like Xu Lingchong could no longer hold back his loneliness, and was preparing to replace him.
Although Southern Sky Gate had always been confident in its own strength, it didn't have a strong background in the north island. If Xu Lingchong was determined to win, it would be hard to say if he could keep his current position as the Senior Brother in charge of the Soaring Sky Pavilion if he used all his means.
"Young Master Xu, you must be joking. I don't dare to think about promotion. I'm planning to stay in this position for a few more years, to lay a good foundation for the future." Southern Heavenly Gate replied calmly.
In the Three Great Pavilions, no matter how strong the background was, personal strength was indispensable. Without sufficient strength, one would not be able to sit in the corresponding position.
With Southern Heavenly Gate's current strength in the Foundation Establishment Realm, although there was still room for improvement on the surface, the position of the Eldest Senior Brother in charge of the Soaring Sky Pavilion was definitely the hottest key position at this stage.
Even if he could be transferred to some seemingly more prominent position, he would be demoted on the surface. Therefore, unless he was forced to, or he could aim for a higher position such as a direct disciple or a Senior Brother in charge, Southern Heavenly Gate would never take the initiative to retreat. If they really fought, the Three Heroes of the Nan Family would not be so easily provoked.
The so-called direct Senior Brother in charge was the Senior Brother in charge of the disciples in the Gold Core Stage who had officially been apprenticed. However, that position, not to mention him, who had not reached the Gold Core Stage, even those in the Peak Gold Core Stage would have to fight for it with their background!
Moreover, if he was in the Gold Core Stage, he would have been apprenticed to the inner gate long ago and become an elder's nominal disciple. Then, he would be a person who could shake the whole North Island with a stomp of his foot!
The direct disciple of an elder was a world of difference from him, the Eldest Senior Brother in charge! In the cultivation world, the direct disciple was almost the same as the son or grandson. If he could successfully apprentice, then he could be said to be the second or third generation of cultivation!
Even if he wasn't as prominent as Xu Lingchong, he would still be someone who had the ability to attend all kinds of upper-class banquets! And if he could be apprenticed to Shanghai Tianhua, then he would be almost the same as Shanghai Laner. It wouldn't even be a problem for him to step on Xu Lingchong!
However, Shanghai Tianhua rarely accepted disciples. Ram Jie could be considered as one of his nominal disciples. Of course, he was only nominal and not a direct disciple!
However, was it that easy to reach the Gold Core Stage? Before reaching the Gold Core Stage, his position was still very useful!
As for the so-called apprenticeship in the Foundation Establishment Stage, such as Yu Zhe and Nan Tianyong, it was actually just a nominal relationship. It was similar to the mortal world recognizing each other as their godparents. In reality, the Three Great Pavilions did not officially recognize it, but they would not stop it either.
It was normal for cultivators to form cliques.
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