Mrs. Chen had never thought that the difficult matter that had troubled the sect for seven years would be solved so easily by Zhang Yan. She was shocked, but she also acted quickly. She immediately went down the slope and sent Jin Minzhang, this troublesome person, out.
It didn't take long for the news to reach the mountain gate. After Chou Kun received the flying sword message, he was surprised but also secretly relieved.
After going against the Dark Azure Sect's Chen clan for seven years, even if he was a true disciple of the Shaoqing lineage, he felt that he could not take it anymore. If things really got out of hand and there was discord between the two clans, he would not be able to explain it to the sect.
On the second day, he brought Jin Minzhang to visit Zhang Yan at the Clear Nether Heavenly Lake. The moment he saw him, he bowed and said apologetically, "I heard that senior apprentice brother received the top ten disciples, so I came to congratulate you. I didn't expect such a thing to happen. I'm sorry for dragging senior apprentice brother into this."
Jin Minzhang stood at the side and felt a little embarrassed. They all thought that Zhang Yan had to leave seclusion because of this.
When a cultivator was in seclusion, it was a taboo to stop halfway. In serious cases, many years of hard work might go down the drain, so he felt a little guilty.
Zhang Yan smiled and waved his hand, "What are you talking about, senior apprentice brother Chou? You and I are old acquaintances. You came to visit us personally, but I didn't receive you well because I was in seclusion. Why don't you stay here for a few days?"
Chou Kun shook his head and sighed, "The Clear Nether Heavenly Lake is famous and beautiful. I wanted to stay here for a few days, but I missed my fellow sect members and seniors after not returning for seven years, so I had no choice but to return."
Jin Minzhang also said loudly, "Senior apprentice brother Zhang. I've been here for seven years, but I've fallen behind in my studies. I'm afraid those junior apprentice brothers are stronger than me now. If I continue to be delayed, they'll leave me far behind. "
The cultivation techniques of the Shaoqing Sect's disciples were very strict. Some cultivation techniques needed to be cultivated from a young age, and could no longer be cultivated after the age.
When Jin Minzhang was trapped, he was just now fourteen years old, but he had been trapped for seven years. It was the same as not being able to cultivate a superior technique, so he simply used a secret technique to seal his physical body.
This technique was extremely profound, and a person could only use it once in their lifetime. Although it was unable to increase their lifespan, there was a benefit to it. In a flash, seven years had passed, yet he had only grown one or two years older. At least he hadn't missed the time to cultivate.
Zhang Yan nodded. Regretfully, he said, "That's a pity. I won't keep the two of you any longer."
In fact, Chou Kun also had the intention to exchange pointers with Zhang Yan. However, the matter of Jin Minzhang had caused Zhang Yan to interrupt his Closed Door Meditation. Chou Kun was too embarrassed to ask again. He was only thinking about how to make it up to Chou Kun. He raised his head and asked, "Fellow Daoist, what do you think of the sword duel between the 16 sects?"
When Zhang Yan heard him suddenly bring up this matter, he knew it wasn't without reason. He couldn't help but pay attention, his eyes slightly focused as he said, "Fellow Daoist has something to say. Why don't you speak your mind? "
Chou Kun said solemnly, "Senior Brother Zhang, the sword duel between the 16 sects used to be a battle between the 10 sects of Xuan Sect. The 6 demon sects would only send one or two people over to observe. However, now that the demon calamity is about to rise, it might be the sword duel between the 16 sects. You and I will have a duel with that demon sect disciple. "
He paused for a moment, and seeing that Zhang Yan was listening attentively, he continued, "Senior Brother Zhang, you know that the disciples of our Shaoqing Sect love to fight. There was once a senior brother who went to the land of the demon sects alone, and he heard that there are many outstanding disciples in the 6 demon sects who are not below our Xuan Sect. That senior brother of mine had once exchanged blows with one of the disciples of the Jiuling Sect. The two of them battled several times, and there were wins and losses on both sides. He had even unintentionally found out from that person that there was a disciple of the Jiuling Sect who had outstanding talent, and was praised by the elders of the sect. It was especially so because he had once created a few doppelgangers and entered our 10 sects of Xuan Sect. It is said that his position within the sect is also rather high. "
Zhang Yan frowned slightly. He pondered for a moment in his heart. This matter might be possible, but it was more likely that the other party had intentionally released a smokescreen, with the goal of disturbing the hearts of the people.
Chou Kun naturally knew that there was such a possibility as well. Therefore, he said again, "There is no other proof for this matter, so it's best not to publicize it. However, I feel that even if there is such a possibility, we should still be careful and take precautions. What does Senior Brother Zhang think?"
Zhang Yan smiled and agreed, "If this matter were to cause a huge commotion, it wouldn't be good if our own sect were to be thrown into chaos before the demon sects have even made a move."
He cupped his hands and said, "I still have to thank Senior Brother Chou for informing me."
Chou Kun also smiled, stood up and cupped his hands, saying, "Senior Brother Zhang is too courteous. We are in a hurry to return to the sect, so it's not convenient for us to stay any longer. We shall take our leave now. In the future, please come to my Shaoqing Sect for a visit. I shall welcome you with open arms."
Jin Minzhang also stood up and said heartily, "Senior Brother Zhang, I am not as good as you today. Let us compete again in the future."
Zhang Yan laughed and cupped his hands, saying, "If there is a chance, I will definitely accompany you." He also stood up and personally sent the two of them out of the residence.
After the two of them left, he Just Now returned to the residence.
At this moment, a maidservant came up and said, "Old Master, there is a Higher Brightness Hall Elder who claims that his surname is Zhu. He has arrived at the residence and says that he wants to meet Old Master."
Zhang Yan knew what was going on and couldn't help but smile lightly, thinking to himself that this person finally couldn't resist coming to find him? He said, "Let him come to the main hall to see me."
He stepped over the array door and went to the main hall to sit down.
Not long after, that Elder Zhu was brought to the main hall by the maidservant. He raised his head and saw Zhang Yan sitting on the main seat. On his left and right were two burly men holding golden dagger-axes. He already had the air of a residence master. He hurriedly took a few steps forward and bowed, saying, "This old man greets Chancellor Zhang."
Zhang Yan's expression was calm as he said, "Why did Elder Zhu think of coming to my residence today?"
Elder Zhu waved his long sleeves and let out a long sigh. He then raised his head and said with shame, "Chancellor Zhang, previously, Daoren was muddle-headed and actually played mind games in front of the chancellor. I really shouldn't have. Recently, I feel that my time is coming to an end and I really feel guilty about this matter. I often toss and turn in bed and can't sleep at night. Therefore, I came today to apologize."
After the competition that day, his disciple Yuan Yanhui and Weng Zhiyuan each received a good cave abode. He was also very happy, but he didn't think that when he went to the Merit Courtyard to receive the reward, he would be told that Liu Yanyi, who won first place, had not chosen her cave abode yet. Therefore, it wasn't their turn yet.
Elder Zhu went back and asked around. He found out that Liu Yanyi went out to find medicine and didn't know how many years it would take for her to return. He felt that something wasn't right, so he personally went to the Merit Courtyard to ask for the reward.
However, this matter was managed by Qi Mengjiao. She said that the winner of the competition didn't choose her cave abode, so how could the disciples after her take it? He had to wait for Liu Yanyi to come back before saying anything.
Elder Zhu said all kinds of good words, but the other party always refused.
He didn't have many friends from the same sect, and even if he knew a few, he couldn't suppress Qi Yuntian's disciple. Even if he had a hundred schemes, he couldn't do anything. He could only go back and wait patiently.
However, this wait lasted for seven years. Seeing that his lifespan was coming to an end, and this matter was still far away, he was also very anxious. He knew that he couldn't wait any longer.
However, he repeatedly thought about it, but still couldn't figure out where the problem was. He could only thicken his skin and go see Qi Mengjiao. He asked her why she was controlling him like this.
Qi Mengjiao also knew that the time was right, so she gave him a few pointers. Just Now Elder Zhu suddenly realized that it was Zhang Yan's doing.
After knowing the truth, he couldn't help but laugh at himself. He had thought that he had done it secretly. However, he didn't expect that it had been seen through by others, and now the retribution had fallen on his own disciple.
After thinking about it carefully, he came to apologize today.
Elder Zhu lowered his head. "It's all my fault. It's all because I was muddle-headed. I am willing to accept my punishment, but I hope that Chancellor can forgive my two disciples on account that we are from the same sect. "
Zhang Yan glanced at him and raised his eyebrows. "Since Elder Zhu has already said it, then I don't mind saying it."
Elder Zhu knew that Zhang Yan's actions were out of revenge. He definitely wouldn't see him today, so he definitely had a motive. Feeling a little anxious, he cupped his hands. "Chancellor, please tell me."
Zhang Yan's bright eyes landed on Elder Zhu. "Now that I am one of the top ten disciples, my residence is lacking people. I think your two disciples are not bad. They can come to my residence to cultivate. What do you think? "
Elder Zhu's eyelids twitched, and his heart thumped. He was a little hesitant.
Zhang Yanjing sat there quietly and didn't say anything to force him. In fact, he had already planned to do this long before the competition.
Now that the Demonic Calamity was on the rise, he had to make early arrangements to nurture some disciples to work for him.
There were many disciples in his lineage, but there weren't many who were outstanding. Most of them were chosen by others to become disciples.
Because he was focused on cultivating his cultivation technique, he didn't have the heart to slowly choose disciples. Thus, he chose Yuan Yanhui and Weng Zhiyuan.
Firstly, the two of them were quite talented and ranked second and third respectively in the competition. They could be considered outstanding.
Secondly, Elder Zhu's lifespan was coming to an end, and he didn't have any backing. Coincidentally, he had offended him before, so he had a good excuse to make things difficult for him.
He wasn't afraid that the other wouldn't agree. This matter didn't require the other to change masters, and it was beneficial to both sides. Any intelligent person would know how to choose.
Elder Zhu thought it over and over again and felt that he couldn't refuse Zhang Yan. Otherwise, with the other's current status, if he wanted to make things difficult for them, his two disciples wouldn't have an easy time in the future. Perhaps even his reincarnation would be ruined. Thus, he sighed and said, "That's fine. It's their good fortune to be under the Chancellor's tutelage. It's better than following a useless master like me."
Zhang Yan let out a smile when he saw that Zhu Yan had agreed, "Senior Brother Zhu, don't worry. If your two disciples follow me, I won't let you and your disciples suffer any losses."
After thinking it through, Elder Zhu was also very straightforward. He bowed his head and said, "After Daoren returns, I will order my two disciples to come pay their respects to Patriarch Zhang and establish a contract to become disciples of the Bright Nether Palace."
Zhang Yan couldn't help but smile. It really wasn't tiring to speak with someone who understood things. He didn't need to waste any more words to understand the other party's intentions. He said, "Elder Zhu, your two disciples can come to my residence at any time. However, I heard that your reincarnation is imminent, so there's no need to be in such a rush. They can come find me after everything has been settled, so that your two disciples won't blame me in the future."
Elder Zhu hurriedly said, "Of course not, of course not. The Chancellor is giving them a favor. How can we not know what's good for us?"
Zhang Yan nodded and didn't say anything more.
Elder Zhu knew that he was sending off his guests, so he bowed his head and excused himself.
Zhang Yan thought to himself. With these two disciples entering the sect, adding on the disciples of his own residence, the Bright Nether Heavenly Lake's lineage could grow in the future. With a bright laugh, he transformed into a wisp of smoke and returned to the small pot mirror, preparing to break through the shell barrier with all his strength …
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