Sect Master Tongtian had gradually grown used to Lin Chuan's inner commentary.
After all, the kid would gripe every now and then. At first, it might have made him furious, but Sect Master Tongtian figured that since the kid had so many complaints,
why not let him prove himself properly?
And if he failed to meet expectations, then he'd let him truly experience what it felt like to be singled out!
"Hmph! Since you like complaining so much, kid, I'll make sure you get a good taste of what it means to be singled out."
"You've got a few days left. If you don't finish the task, you'll be in for it."
"Want to get expelled?"
"Not a chance. I can always add a few more responsibilities to your plate!"
Sect Master Tongtian was quite pleased with himself!
His thoughts even began to grow more active, and before long, he had come up with quite a few ideas.
Meanwhile, Lin Chuan suddenly shuddered.
He glanced around suspiciously.
"What the heck? Why did I just get the feeling someone's got it in for me again? No way, right?"
"Don't mess with me!!"
The feeling was gone in a flash.
He couldn't tell whether it was real or if he'd imagined it.
But...
Better safe than sorry!
He immediately said goodbye to Duobao Tathagata, then made a beeline for Jade Purity Palace.
No matter what, he still had to keep up appearances.
However...
Just as he was leaving,
Zhao Gongming suddenly followed after him.
"Senior Brother, wait for me!"
"This junior would like to cultivate with you too. Would it be all right if I joined you?"
Zhao Gongming truly meant it. Since Lin Chuan had somehow gained such strength without anyone noticing, he must have unique insights. Besides, their master had already acknowledged him,
making him a Personal Disciple.
His skill had to be exceptional. There was no way he was just a fraud.
Zhao Gongming had already experienced Lin Chuan's formidable strength firsthand, so naturally he no longer had the slightest doubt. Instead, he felt a little anticipation.
If he really could cultivate alongside Lin Chuan, then even if he gained nothing from it, just receiving a little guidance
would surely help Zhao Gongming make considerable progress.
Thus, his eyes were filled with expectation and yearning.
Lin Chuan froze.
He'd never expected Zhao Gongming to want to cultivate with him. It was a little surprising, and besides, he knew his own situation best.
He'd never cultivated before. He'd spent the whole time slacking off, so there was even less chance he could teach anyone else.
He hesitated at once.
But that hesitation lasted only a second before he realized something!
Most importantly, where was he supposed to cultivate?
Jade Purity Palace!
That was where Sect Master Tongtian lived. If he let someone else in without permission, wouldn't Sect Master Tongtian be displeased?
Wouldn't that make him guilty of a serious offense?
In that case...
Getting expelled might actually be a real possibility.
His eyes immediately lit up.
Right! Why didn't I think of this? If I bring someone into Jade Purity Palace to cultivate without permission, that old scoundrel Tongtian will probably kick me out on the spot if he takes a dislike to me.
Wouldn't that give me the perfect excuse to leave the Interception Sect?
Great idea! This is a brilliant idea!
Who knew this new lackey I just picked up would come in handy! Not bad, not bad!
Lin Chuan immediately felt delighted and excited. After all, he had his own little schemes. As for teaching other people...
He didn't have the time for that.
And he didn't think he had the ability, either.
He'd been slacking off the whole time, and there was no way he'd suddenly start taking things seriously.
Mm~
The more he slacked off, the more likely he was to get expelled.
For now, he just had to get away from this troublesome place.
Everything else could wait.
That was what he thought at the moment, and it seemed perfectly reasonable to him.
If he could really make Tongtian This Old Scoundrel hate him, wouldn't leaving become much easier?
Without another word, Lin Chuan nodded. "Sure. Since you're so eager to learn, I think even our master will be quite pleased and excited."
"He personally promoted you to Inner Sect Disciple. You've got a much higher standing now, completely different from when you were an Outer Sect Disciple."
"Of course, you should work on improving your strength!"
"Cultivating with me might be a viable option, but my cultivation method is rather unusual. Most people can't imitate it."
Lin Chuan had to set expectations in advance. Besides, he didn't want anyone else to get the wrong idea.
Even if he didn't care, misunderstandings could still cause a lot of trouble.
Zhao Gongming hurriedly nodded. Though he still had a few doubts, getting to cultivate with Lin Chuan was a wonderful opportunity.
After all, Lin Chuan had gone from an Outer Sect Disciple straight to a Personal Disciple, and had somehow gained such terrifying strength without anyone noticing.
He was no ordinary person!
Whether or not his method could be replicated, Zhao Gongming still had to observe him carefully.
Zhao Gongming had no ulterior motives, either. More than anything, he wanted to spur himself on and strive for greater heights.
His thoughts were utterly pure and simple!
Lin Chuan, by contrast, was full of schemes.
What he didn't know was that Sect Master Tongtian had heard every word of the plan in his mind.
Sect Master Tongtian was so furious he nearly showed himself.
After all, Jade Purity Palace was his residence. Ordinary people couldn't just walk in, and even Duobao Tathagata, the chief disciple, couldn't enter without permission.
So,
it was a place of great solemnity and importance.
Yet Lin Chuan had brought someone into Jade Purity Palace without his permission. He was even plotting to escape the Interception Sect.
Unforgivable!
"That kid is absolutely infuriating! He made all these decisions without my permission, and after all that, all he wants is to escape!"
"No!"
"I absolutely won't let you get your way. Want to slip away?"
"Then you can stay right here!"
Sect Master Tongtian didn't show himself. If he appeared now, wouldn't that put him in a passive position?
Besides, he didn't want anyone to find out that he could hear people's thoughts. Otherwise, if the kid started guarding against him, he wouldn't know what Lin Chuan was thinking anymore!
Reluctantly...
Sect Master Tongtian finally accepted the situation.
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