Fine Unpolished Jade Needs Master Sculpting

After Bai Wanwan recalled her Martial Soul, Golden Crocodile wore a kindly expression and pointed toward Guangling's seat, signaling for Bai Wanwan to sit there first.

However, seeing Golden Crocodile's gesture, Bai Wanwan did not immediately take Guangling's seat. Instead, she discreetly surveyed the situation in the hall.

Seeing Qian Renxue seated at the head, propping her head up with one hand and smiling, as well as Azure Luan seated below Golden Crocodile, quietly sipping tea, Bai Wanwan considered it briefly before decisively sitting in Guangling's seat.

This was her Grandfather's seat. Since her Grandfather Guangling was absent, there should be no problem with her, as Guangling's granddaughter, sitting there for a while. Besides, the Second Worship had personally indicated that she should sit there, so there was even less to worry about.

"Wanwan, you do not need to feel restrained in the Worship Hall. Just treat this place like your own home. The Worship Hall has nowhere near as many rules as you imagine."

As though he knew what Bai Wanwan was thinking, Azure Luan set the teacup in his hand down on the table beside him.

"Understood, Azure Luan Grandfather."

After agreeing, Bai Wanwan put on a very obedient expression.

Seeing this, Azure Luan merely smiled and said nothing more.

"Ahem."

Golden Crocodile gave a light cough, his expression gradually turning serious. "Wanwan, your talent is exceptional. As long as you cultivate diligently in the future, you will certainly become the Young Master's right-hand woman. It may even be possible for you to take over your Grandfather's position someday."

"But do not imitate your Grandfather in everything. For example, there is no need to learn his somewhat childish temperament. After all, one who wishes to achieve great things must first possess the composure to remain unruffled even when mountains collapse before him."

As Golden Crocodile spoke, he lifted the teacup from the table and took a light sip. As though recalling something, he added, "Of course, I am not saying your Grandfather lacks composure. We have been old brothers for decades. Guangling is still very serious when handling matters."

"I will heed the Second Worship's teachings."

Bai Wanwan obediently nodded at Golden Crocodile.

Yet as Golden Crocodile watched Bai Wanwan's obedient appearance, a trace of contemplation quietly flashed through his eyes.

"Wanwan, have you considered taking a master?"

"Although your Grandfather Guangling is very powerful, strictly speaking, Guangling is not actually suited to teaching you. Guangling's personality is one reason, while Martial Souls are another."

"Your Martial Soul is an extremely powerful Dragon Type Spirit, whereas Guangling's Martial Soul is a Tool Spirit. The fields in which you excel are entirely different as well."

Golden Crocodile paused slightly, his gaze turning toward Bai Wanwan. Only after seeing her lower her head in thought did he continue, "Wanwan, you are now like a piece of fine unpolished jade. As long as a master gives you a little guidance and carefully polishes you, your path ahead will not only become smoother, but you may also go farther."

"And when it comes to a master, I believe I can still live up to those words."

"In terms of strength, I am stronger than your Grandfather Guangling and can be considered well-traveled and knowledgeable. Moreover, our Martial Souls are both Beast Spirits. Though our attributes differ, with my experience, teaching you should be more than enough."

After saying this, Golden Crocodile fell silent and simply watched Bai Wanwan, waiting for her answer.

Hearing Golden Crocodile's meaning, which was practically laid bare, Bai Wanwan did not answer immediately. Instead, she silently weighed things in her heart.

Would taking Golden Crocodile as her master benefit her?

It certainly would. It could even be said that there would be nothing but benefits.

Moreover, with Golden Crocodile's strength as a level ninety-eight Peak Douluo, teaching her would undoubtedly be more than sufficient.

After thinking it over again and again, Bai Wanwan slowly raised her head.

"Second Worship, my Grandfather is currently away and has not yet returned. I do not dare make the decision to take a master on my own. I will need to wait for my Grandfather to return and ask for his opinion."

Hearing this, Golden Crocodile waved his hand indifferently.

"There is no rush. Once Guangling returns, I will personally speak to him about this matter."

Golden Crocodile's gaze grew increasingly kindly, and he looked at Bai Wanwan as though she were already his disciple.

Although Bai Wanwan had not agreed at once, neither had she refused. It was merely a matter of following one additional procedure. As for whether Guangling would reject his request, Golden Crocodile could not think of any reason why he would.

"Wanwan, your Martial Soul possesses both water and ice attributes. Once you decide which attribute you wish to specialize in, tell me. I will personally take you to the Soul Beast Forest near Spirit City and help you obtain a Spirit Ring suited to you."

Golden Crocodile lifted his teacup again and savored the clear tea.

"Second Worship, I intend to specialize in the water attribute, with the ice attribute as support. My development path will be the Assault System."

Bai Wanwan answered decisively.

"Specializing in the water attribute?"

Golden Crocodile lowered his head in thought. "There are low-age water-attribute Spirit Beasts in the nearby Soul Beast Forest. I will take you there tomorrow to look for one."

"Would the Young Master like to come along?"

"Consider it a chance to go out and relax."

Golden Crocodile turned his gaze toward Qian Renxue at the head of the hall.

He had given this question careful thought.

First, ever since Qian Xunji's unexpected death, Qian Renxue had been in poor spirits. Taking her out to relax and ease her mood would be a good thing.

Furthermore, with Golden Crocodile by her side to protect her, there was no need to worry about safety.

Second, he wanted Qian Renxue and Bai Wanwan to interact more and strengthen their friendship. After all, Bai Wanwan's talent was exceptionally high. Once the Grand Elder returned, nurturing Bai Wanwan according to Qian Renxue's future minimum standard was practically a certainty.

It just so happened that the two were close in age and were both children, making this the perfect time to deepen their friendship. More interaction would bring no harm at all.

"Going out to relax?"

Qian Renxue propped her head up with one hand and considered it seriously.

After a long while, Qian Renxue nodded at Golden Crocodile. "All right. Then I will go with you tomorrow."

"I will take it as a chance to relax."

Having received Qian Renxue's answer, Golden Crocodile revealed a benevolent smile. After exchanging a glance with Azure Luan beside him, he rose from his seat.

"Young Master, I will go make the arrangements first."

"Young Master, there are still some government affairs awaiting attention in the Papal Hall. I will head to the Papal Hall first."

After speaking to Qian Renxue, Golden Crocodile and Azure Luan headed out of the hall.

After they left.

Only Qian Renxue and Bai Wanwan remained in the vast hall.

Their gazes met, and the corners of their lips rose into faint smiles in unison as they gradually began to talk.

They were like kindred spirits, with endless topics to discuss.

For a time, only their voices echoed continuously through the vast hall.