That Person's Arrangement

Zhu Hui frowned slightly, glanced at the middle-aged man who had spoken, and said in a tone that was half-joking and half-serious, "Shen Mo, important people have their own considerations. Since they've taken a liking to Junior Brother Wang instead of you, it just means you're not as good as Junior Brother Wang."

Upon hearing this, Shen Mo's lips twitched, and his expression turned somewhat unpleasant.

However, since he had spoken sarcastically first, and Zhu Hui was a member of the Zhu Household at the Golden Core stage, he couldn't lash out directly and had to suppress his anger.

Anger surged within Shen Mo.

Zhu Hui's words were so blunt, he didn't hold back at all!

This kid is nothing more than a useless person with Mid-Grade Spirit Root; he's just lucky to have the Zhu Household backing him.

Otherwise, why would I give him a friendly look?!

Once I break through to the Foundation Establishment Realm and enter the inner sect, perhaps I'll be noticed by an elder and taken as a disciple. At that time, don't blame me for being impolite to Zhu Hui!

And then there's Wang Siyuan...

Could this just be an excuse?

His Cultivation Resources might have been a fortuitous opportunity somewhere, and he deliberately fabricated the title of a great figure to deceive others.

Otherwise, why would a mere cultivator with Mid-Grade Spirit Root, who has just entered the outer sect, be valued by the sect's important figures?

Shen Mo was furious, but he didn't show it on his face.

He smiled apologetically, cupped his hands in a respectful gesture to Wang Siyuan, and said, "What I said was inappropriate, Senior Brother. Please don't take offense, Junior Brother Wang."

Wang Siyuan smiled calmly, "Senior Brother Shen, you're too kind. I was just lucky to gain that person's favor."

He struggled his way up from Rogue Cultivator family in Sanlidun Market, enduring countless taunts and ridicule throughout his life.

He felt nothing at all upon hearing Shen Mo's words.

Moreover, he is now under Martial Uncle Lu's command, and his every move represents Martial Uncle Lu's reputation. If he gets angry over a few words, it would be a disgrace to Martial Uncle Lu.

He naturally wanted to learn from his Martial Uncle Lu and remain calm and composed.

Sitting diagonally opposite Wang Siyuan, a cute, round-faced girl blinked and asked curiously, "Junior Brother Wang, who exactly is that important person? Tell us about him!"

The others chimed in as well.

"Yes, Junior Brother Wang, tell me, maybe it's an elder from our Lineage?"

"Haha, or perhaps they're old acquaintances of our elders?"

These Golden Core Lineage all have Golden Core Realm ancestors or elders in their clans, and some of these elders even serve as elders in the Golden Rainbow Sword Sect.

Even if they are not elders of the Golden Rainbow Sword Sect.

As Lineage under the rule of the Golden Rainbow Sword Sect, it is perfectly normal for Lineage Golden Core Realm elders to know the elders of the Golden Rainbow Sword Sect.

What they said wasn't wrong.

Wang Siyuan simply smiled and shook his head, "It's not convenient to reveal that person's identity."

Before the other cultivators could continue pressing for answers, Zhu Hui frowned and stopped them, saying, "Alright, alright, stop making things difficult for Junior Brother Wang. Today is a celebration for me. What's the point of you all keeping asking Junior Brother Wang?"

When the others heard Zhu Hui say that, they chuckled dryly, apologized, and stopped asking Wang Siyuan questions.

Zhu Hui got up and went to the counter to order a table of Spirit Cuisine.

Steamed Golden Spirit Carp, Braised Unicorn Wolf Ribs, Stir-fried Three-Colored Spirit Vegetables... Plates of dishes filled the table, along with a large bowl of pearl spirit rice brimming with Spiritual Qi energy and two jugs of spirit wine.

He waved for everyone to start eating, his smile incredibly warm, "It's my treat today, everyone eat and drink to your heart's content!"

Looking at the table full of Spirit Cuisine, Wang Siyuan couldn't help but feel a pang of regret.

So much Spirit Cuisine, it probably adds up to close to a hundred Low-Grade Spirit Stones, right?

Although Zhu Hui was a member of Golden Core Lineage, he was not favored and his monthly allowance was not particularly large.

Is it really appropriate to spend Spirit Stones like this? Isn't it a bit too extravagant?

Wang Siyuan glanced at Zhu Hui, but ultimately remained silent.

After all, even though the two have a good relationship, it's still inappropriate for them to gossip about such things.

He raised his glass, the spirit wine inside gleaming with an amber luster, its aroma crisp and mellow.

"Senior Brother Zhu, congratulations! May your path to immortality be smooth!"

"Haha, thank you, Junior Brother Wang!" Zhu Hui laughed and raised his glass to clink it with his.

The others also smiled and congratulated Zhu Hui.

The crowd clinked glasses and chatted, creating a lively atmosphere that attracted the attention of the cultivators at the surrounding tables from time to time.

When they saw the table laden with Spirit Cuisine, their expressions changed slightly, and their eyes filled with envy.

After a few cups of spirit wine, everyone's faces showed signs of intoxication, and they started talking more freely.

The group chatted about everything under the sun.

They talked about their Lineage, the hardships of cultivation, their hopes for the future, and the geniuses in their sects whom they could only look up to...

"Qin Ming of the Qin Household should reach the Peak Qi Refinement this year, right? I heard he's extremely strong, and he might even be able to compete for a top ten spot in this year's outer sect competition."

"The Qin Household's clan- Cultivation Method is a top-grade Profound Grade technique. Qin Ming has a profound foundation, his Spirit Root is also of the superior grade, and he has the Qin Household's backing. He's not even in the same league as us."

Zhu Hui, resting his chin on his hand, murmured somewhat drunkenly, "That's the Qin family... one of the top Golden Core families in Qin Prefecture. Our Zhu family can't compare at all. I heard that even a branch of the Qin family with only a mid-grade spiritual root receives a monthly allowance of two hundred low-grade spirit stones."

The others looked on with envy, while some shook their heads with self-deprecating chuckles.

"No comparison, no comparison at all..."

Wang Siyuan listened quietly, his expression remaining unchanged.

He actually knew those young cultivators from the Qin Household.

When they returned to their sect after the New Year, several young cultivators from the Qin Household also boarded Martial Uncle Lu's Flowing Light Flying Boat.

Because the sect True Lord was also present, he didn't have much of a conversation with the young cultivators from the Qin Household.

He learned through their conversation that the quiet young man was Qin Ming.

However, Wang Siyuan really didn't know that Qin Ming was so strong, almost ranking among the top ten in the outer sect.

High-Grade Spirit Root... that's truly impressive.

Wang Siyuan felt a pang of envy.

If only he could have High-Grade Spirit Root, at least his cultivation speed would be faster, and he could break through to the Foundation Establishment Realm sooner.

In this way, I can at least help Martial Uncle Lu with some miscellaneous tasks.

With my current Qi Refining Realm cultivation, I'm probably not even qualified to run errands for Martial Uncle Lu.

He picked up his wine glass, took a sip of the spirit wine, and a slightly bitter smile appeared on his lips.

Seeing Wang Siyuan's wry smile, Zhu Hui assumed that Wang Siyuan envied Qin Ming's talent and family background.

He patted Wang Siyuan on the shoulder and grinned, "Don't think about it. Some things are predetermined at birth. If you're not born with them, you probably won't have them in this life. Take it easy."

Wang Siyuan couldn't help but smile, "Senior Brother Zhu is right."

Just then, the cafeteria suddenly became quiet.

The surrounding cultivators lowered their voices, and some let out a soft gasp.

"... That's Qin Ming?"

"That young master from the Qin Household?"

"How did he get here? I don't remember him being on this side peak."

"..."

The murmurs rippled outwards like pebbles thrown into a still lake, spreading in concentric circles.

Zhu Hui and the others also came to their senses, their expressions changed slightly, and they all looked towards the doorway.

A tall, slender young man strode into the cafeteria.

He wore a neat outer disciple's robe, with a black silk sash around his waist and a long sword slung diagonally across his back. The scabbard was simple and unadorned.

His features were sharply defined, his expression calm and indifferent, all his emotions hidden beneath his slightly lowered eyelids, making him impossible to read.

His gaze swept around the cafeteria and quickly landed on Wang Siyuan.

Then he changed direction and walked straight this way.

Zhu Hui and the others' expressions immediately changed.

"Why is Young Master Qin Ming coming this way?"

"Could it be that someone has offended Young Master Qin Ming?"

"Stop saying that, get up now, don't be rude!"

Everyone pushed back their chairs and stood up, their hands and feet moving somewhat clumsily.

Zhu Hui, sitting next to Wang Siyuan, looked somewhat surprised and uncertain.

He always felt that Qin Ming seemed to be heading in his direction?

No... to be precise, they came for Junior Brother Wang?

But... how is that possible??

This doesn't make sense!

Although Wang Siyuan was favored by important figures, the Qin Household itself was a behemoth, Qin Ming, as the direct descendant of the Qin Household, was no less prestigious than Wang Siyuan.

How could he possibly let Young Master Qin Ming come to him in person?

While Zhu Hui was lost in thought and his mind was in complete chaos, Qin Ming had already arrived in front of them.

Zhu Hui snapped back to reality, quickly bowed, and said with a hint of nervousness, "Greetings, Senior Brother Qin Ming!"

The others also realized what was happening and, both surprised and delighted, followed suit, bowing and saying, "Greetings, Senior Brother Qin Ming!"

This is the direct descendant of the Qin Household, and also a top fifty figure on the outer sect rankings!

They actually came looking for them?

Could it be that this senior brother is planning to find his own followers in advance?!

They looked at Qin Ming with anticipation in their eyes.

If they could get in touch with a behemoth like the Qin Household, it would be an incredible fortuitous opportunity for them!

Shen Mo, who had been exchanging sarcastic remarks with Wang Siyuan, was now breathing rapidly and his heart was pounding.

His talent lies in High-Grade Spirit Root, making him one of the most likely candidates to become a follower of this young master Qin Ming!

He even felt that Young Master Qin Ming had been secretly watching him!

Wang Siyuan felt a little nervous at that moment.

He could tell that Qin Ming had come to see him.

Is there something you need from him?

Could it be that Martial Uncle Lu has something he needs to do?

Qin Ming remained calm, merely nodding slightly at their greetings before looking at Wang Siyuan and saying, "Junior Brother Wang, it was arranged by Supreme Elder Lin to have us cultivate on his peak."

Upon hearing this, the air in the cafeteria suddenly fell silent.

Zhu Hui and the others stared wide-eyed at Wang Siyuan, their faces showing disbelief.

Shen Mo's legs went weak, and he slumped back into his chair, his face as pale as paper, almost devoid of any color.