Hua Ling Knocks on Maoshan's Door, Opportunity in the Pill Hall

"That may be true, but he only has one disciple. Is it possible not to worry?"

True Immortal Qianyuan's single sentence left Elder Liu Gang speechless. Yes, their chief senior brother, True Immortal Liuguang, only had Zhong Bai as a disciple.

How could he not dote on him?

How could he not worry?

However, True Immortal Qianyuan quickly dismissed these thoughts.

"Never mind. Everyone has their own destiny. Let him be. I still have to handle this year's disciple recruitment."

Shaking his head, True Immortal Qianyuan immediately left the Law Enforcement Hall.

At the foot of Maoshan.

After Partridge Whistle, Hua Ling, and the Old Foreigner arrived at Maoshan Town, they were immediately struck by the town's peaceful atmosphere.

It's often said that it's good to rest in the shade of a large tree. Only after truly arriving in Maoshan's territory did they understand the meaning of that saying.

"Junior Sister Hua Ling, we're quite lucky. These next few days are specifically when Maoshan recruits disciples.

Second Senior Brother believes you can definitely do it, Junior Sister!"

The Old Foreigner smiled gently, encouraging Hua Ling while also continuing to share what he had learned about Maoshan's recruitment process.

Hua Ling listened attentively.

Partridge Whistle, standing nearby, felt a bit uneasy.

Although he supported his junior sister in becoming a disciple of Maoshan, he also knew very well that the aura they accumulated from constantly moving through tombs would be difficult to hide from the Dharma Eye of Maoshan's True Immortals.

Simply put, Maoshan might very well look down on grave robbers like them.

In front of Maoshan, whether they were Mountain Mover Taoists, Xieling Porters, Tomb Raiders, or Grave-Digging Heavenly Officials, they were all lumped into one category: low-class grave robbers.

Though he understood this clearly, Partridge Whistle couldn't voice it. Only by letting his junior sister truly hit a wall would she settle down and live a peaceful life in the future.

It was much like when Zhong Bai became a disciple of Maoshan.

Hua Ling also ascended the stone steps, one by one, to knock on the mountain gate, seeing the young people around her, as if looking at Zhong Bai five years ago.

When she arrived at the Maoshan mountain gate and saw the large characters for Supreme Clarity Maoshan Orthodox Sect, Hua Ling felt a bitter pang in her heart. Heaven knows if she even has a chance…

"Newcomers arrive every year, but the new are never as good as the old.

There haven't been any promising talents in recent years, but this humble Taoist will still not let your trip be in vain.

Once you're on Maoshan, you'll have a chance to enter the sect. I am Qianyuan, chief elder of Maoshan's Law Enforcement Hall. Little ones, are you ready?"

Hearing True Immortal Qianyuan's name, Hua Ling felt a momentary trance. Looking at the figure with his immortal aura and Taoist bearing, she wondered, Is that Senior Brother Zhong's master?

Before Hua Ling could ponder further, True Immortal Qianyuan pointed at the void, and a glowing portal appeared.

Each assessment was different, but generally, they focused on testing courage.

"Those who enter the glowing portal may have a chance!"

As True Immortal Qianyuan finished speaking, the young men and women who had been waiting for a long time eagerly surged into the glowing portal.

But soon, some fled from the portal in terror, even trembling so much their legs turned to jelly.

Seeing this, True Immortal Qianyuan merely showed a slight flicker of annoyance, offering no comment.

Hua Ling didn't enter the portal immediately, so she witnessed this scene. With a nervous heart, Hua Ling stepped into the portal.

As soon as she entered, a withered corpse came into view. Before Hua Ling could examine it closely, the previously motionless corpse suddenly roared.

Boom boom boom!

Just its jumping movements felt like heavy hammers striking her chest. Hua Ling felt nothing but shock at that moment.

"This is… a Big Zombie!"

Almost instinctively, Hua Ling wanted to flee, but behind her was only the portal, and escaping meant being eliminated.

Gritting her teeth, Hua Ling was, after all, a Mountain Mover Taoist. Even without a handy weapon, her mind remained relatively calm.

"Right, talismans!"

Thinking of this, Hua Ling quickly pulled out the Blazing Flame Talisman that Zhong Bai had given her when they parted.

She threw it at the Zombie in front of her. In an instant, flames erupted, and the previously ferocious Zombie let out a horrific shriek.

This wasn't over. Hua Ling tightly clutched the Peace Buckle hanging around her neck—it was her last hope…

When True Immortal Qianyuan, who had been disappointed with this assessment, discovered Hua Ling, he saw this scene of blazing fire.

However, True Immortal Qianyuan soon noticed the Peace Buckle in Hua Ling's hand.

"This is… the aura of that old Taoist. That Zhong Bai!"

At this moment, how could True Immortal Qianyuan not understand? The so-called blazing fire was likely also related to his disciple, Zhong Bai.

"The Peace Buckle that old Taoist gave you, though it has little use, to give it to a girl like this…"

Just as True Immortal Qianyuan was muttering to himself, he quickly noticed the faint earthy smell on Hua Ling.

"This can't be right. This girl in front of me is a Grave Robber!

Hmph, this old Taoist has quite a temper. Zhong Bai, you little rascal, why are you associating with such low-class people?"

For a moment, True Immortal Qianyuan felt a headache coming on.

Meanwhile, in Jiuquan Town.

After mastering the Supreme Clarity Body Forging Art, Zhong Bai thought about visiting the church in Jiuquan Town.

If he remembered correctly, there should still be a Western Zombie in the church.

Pulling up a radish brings out the mud—this is a source of Exorcism Points!

Though Zhong Bai knew that ordinary Taoist magic was useless against vampires, lightning was different. Lightning countered evil beings, and vampires were included in that category. Besides, Zhong Bai felt that even with his powerful qi and blood and the strength in his arms, suppressing a Western Zombie should be no problem.

As Zhong Bai was planning his actions, he had a sudden premonition. In the ethereal realm, he seemed to hear his master scolding him. However, Zhong Bai merely attributed it to an illusion caused by his abundant qi and blood.

Little did he know, True Immortal Qianyuan at Maoshan was indeed having a massive headache.

Logically, Maoshan couldn't possibly be interested in a Grave Robber like Hua Ling. But Hua Ling had the Peace Buckle given to her by Zhong Bai. Plus, among those who came to Maoshan to seek mentorship, Hua Ling was one of the best performers.

Considering everything, True Immortal Qianyuan was a bit indecisive. Perhaps it was because Zhong Bai held such high importance in his heart.

"A Grave Robber's past is a real flaw!"

Shaking his head, just as True Immortal Qianyuan was agonizing over the decision, a spiritual message instantly entered True Immortal Qianyuan's mind.

"Junior Brother Qianyuan, although this girl was of a low-class background before, she is still young. It wasn't her intention; she was merely trying to survive. This humble Taoist sees that she has some talent in pharmacology. Perhaps this humble Taoist can take her into the Pill Hall!"

After hearing the message from True Immortal Liuguang, the chief elder of the Pill Hall, True Immortal Qianyuan's previously furrowed brows immediately relaxed.

"Since Senior Brother Liuguang is willing to disregard her background, this humble Taoist is naturally willing to help fulfill her wish."

With that, True Immortal Qianyuan waved his whisk at Hua Ling, who had just finished her test at the mountain gate. Hua Ling was enveloped by the whisk and brought before True Immortal Qianyuan.

"Girl, you are quite lucky. This old Taoist knows you have some connection with my disciple, Zhong Bai, but your background, after all, cannot make this old Taoist soft-hearted. However… True Immortal Liuguang, the chief elder of the Pill Hall, has taken a liking to you. Are you willing to join Maoshan? To join the Pill Hall?"

Suddenly hearing this news, Hua Ling was a little stunned, but she quickly reacted.

"Hua Ling is willing!"

For Hua Ling at this moment, surprise was overwhelming. She knew her own background, and she knew that her chances of successfully becoming a disciple of Maoshan were very, very low. Yet, Hua Ling still came and made her choice.

Perhaps it really was luck…

Thinking of this, Hua Ling smiled very happily. From today onwards, her destiny would begin to change!

True Immortal Qianyuan stood by, observing. He quickly grasped Hua Ling's situation completely.

"Tsk tsk tsk, with the Ghost Cave Tribe's curse on her, only Senior Brother Liuguang wouldn't mind the trouble. But then again, the Pill Hall isn't just about refining pills and making medicine…"

With that, True Immortal Qianyuan quietly departed. As for Hua Ling, True Immortal Liuguang would come to pick her up.

First of all, there will likely be no female lead, no female lead. Although Maoshan values purity, Hua Ling is still young, alright? She was raised by Partridge Whistle. Saying she's a Mountain Mover Taoist is a bit of a stretch. And personally, I really think Hua Ling is suited for the profession of alchemy.

Wuwuwu, these past two days there have been no monthly votes, investments, or tips. Help me, it feels like I'm writing a solo game, it's a bit hard to bear. Dear readers, please give me some motivation!