Departure!

The Slovenly True Person sat among a group of celestial gods and immortals, still somewhat bewildered.

turn out to be...

There's absolutely no need for me to risk my life to become a disciple of the Crimson Bright Dao Ancestor.

He had actually become a disciple of the Xuanwu Great Emperor long ago.

Recalling his extraordinary encounter, the Slovenly True Person looked at his friend Zhou Hao across from him.

"San Pang, when you meet in the future, you must greet him with a bow and call him 'Uncle-Master'." Zhou Hao smiled and raised his glass to toast himself.

"Don't even think about it." The Slovenly True Person Sea-Covering said, each side should handle their own affairs."

However, being able to become a disciple of the Dao Ancestor, just like my friend, and even belong to the same Dao Sect lineage... feels pretty good!

"Donghua, this Great Xia World is holding a Immortal Fate Assembly, why are you all here?" The Overturning Sea Great Sage glanced around and then asked.

He also found it strange. Pure Yang True Immortal were already powerful beings in the Three Realms, and it was extremely rare for nine Pure Yang True Immortal to gather together.

Moreover, according to Lü Dongbin's previous introduction, he was unaware of the Three Pure Ones' acceptance of disciples. Even his new junior brother only revealed the Xuanwu Great Divine Ability to everyone near the end of the Immortal Fate Assembly.

"This Immortal Fate Assembly is different from others; it's an opportunity for the Three Realms to be in turmoil and for fortune to converge," Lü Dongbin laughed. "Just look at the Myriad Phenomena prodigies participating—my junior brother is among them, and so is your slovenly junior brother—that speaks volumes."

"Moreover, Crimson Bright Dao Ancestor will select one of the top three from this conference to be his disciple. In other words, there will be at least three disciples of Dao Ancestor in this Immortal Fate Assembly alone."

"What? Crimson Bright Dao Ancestor is also taking on disciples?" The Overturning Sea Great Sage's eyes lit up.

The Daoist patriarch accepting disciples was a once-in-a-million-year event.

Just a small Immortal Fate Assembly, and three little guys have risen to the heavens in one step?

This is truly something new!

He had been confined to the Xuanwu Great World by his master for years, and was not allowed to come out. He had been feeling incredibly bored.

"Who did the Crimson Bright Dao Ancestor choose?" The Overturning Sea Great Sage asked the Xia Emperor.

"The top three in this Immortal Fate Assembly are Ji Ning, Hei Shi, and Mu Chuan," Xia Emperor said. "As for who Master will choose, my Second Primordial Spirit is currently on its way to Master's cave, and the result will be known soon."

"Alright, let's drink and wait. Xia Mang, you are from the Ancient Imperial Clan, prepare some good wine." The Overturning Sea Great Sage immediately tilted his head back and gulped down the immortal wine, making Xia Emperor's eyes twitch.

The other immortals drank wine with elegance, but the Overturning Sea Great Sage was originally a dragon. It was nothing for him to drink up a river in one gulp, and he was also extremely ferocious when drinking immortal wine.

Moreover, this guy not only drank heavily himself, but also frequently toasted others and urged them to drink together.

Do they really think this rare, divine brew is free...?

"Come on, Zhou Hao." After drinking around the room, the Overturning Sea Great Sage turned to Zhou Hao, "This is our first time meeting, let's have a drink together."

"Overturning Sea Great Sage, please." Zhou Hao imitated the Overturning Sea Great Sage and directly poured the wine down his throat from the gourd.

You know what, drinking like this is really satisfying.

Especially when the wine is a divine brew worth the equivalent of a top-grade immortal pill per pot, it's even more enjoyable.

"Haha, that's straightforward. There aren't many humans who are as easygoing as me, but you'll be one of them from now on." The Overturning Sea Great Sage was overjoyed. "Do you have a cave in the Heavenly Realm? I'll come find you for a drink after I leave my master's place."

"I haven't settled into my cave dwelling yet." Zhou Hao shook his head. "My master only told me to go to the Heavenly Court to see the Jade Emperor. Once things are settled here, I'll go to the Heavenly Court to take a look."

"The Jade Emperor is a cunning old man. I don't know why the Daoist Master chose him." The Overturning Sea Great Sage frowned. "Donghua, on the other hand, just holds a sinecure. Apart from going to the Heavenly Court to drink, he never enters the Southern Heavenly Gate."

"You have a grudge against the Jade Emperor yourself, don't drag me into it," Lü Dongbin laughed. "There are plenty of people willing to be the nominal ruler of the Three Realms. The Jade Emperor is recognized by both Buddhism and Daoism, so he's not as bad as you make him out to be."

"What a load of rubbish about being the ruler of the Three Realms," the Overturning Sea Great Sage scoffed. "Of the four continents of the Heavenly Realm and the four great seas of the East, West, South, North, and North, only the down-on-their-luck Dragon Clan of the Four Seas would fawn over him. Who really cares? Not to mention those overseas immortal mountains and otherworldly lands."

"Things have changed since you were confined here all these years," the Northern Land Immortal Elder said. "Before, the Underworld was attacked, the Six Paths of Reincarnation collapsed, and the entire Netherworld was reduced to ruins."

Now, Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva and the Ten Kings of Hell have led millions of Yin soldiers to the Heavenly Court. Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva received the decree of the Rulai Buddha and was bestowed the title of "Heaven-Emulating Earth Treasury Great Emperor".

Later, Dan Zhu, the son of Emperor Yao, one of the Five Emperors of the human race, received the decree of the Three Sovereigns and was bestowed the title of "Gouchen High Palace Human Emperor"...

"The Heavenly Court is now powerful and recruits soldiers and immortals in the Heavenly Realm. It is no longer as weak as it used to be."

"Is that so?" The Overturning Sea Great Sage exclaimed in surprise. Only after seeing the other True Immortals and Heavenly Gods nod did he believe it.

But then he thought about it again.

It's just that the Buddhist and human races are going to take over the Heavenly Court, and the Jade Emperor is still a puppet. I guess the current emperor is not as well off as before.

"Come, come, let's drink. Who cares about the Heavenly Court? That's for the powerful overlords of the Three Realms to worry about. As long as we're free and comfortable, that's all that matters." The Overturning Sea Great Sage picked up another pot of immortal wine and gulped it down.

Zhou Hao drank along with him, pondering the changes in the Heavenly Court he had just heard about, as well as some secrets of the Three Realms that his senior brother Xuandu Grand Mage, had told him earlier.

At the beginning of the Three Realms, the Lady Nuwa decreed the establishment of the Heavenly Court to reduce the conflicts and killings among the major powers and to maintain the operation of the Heavenly Dao.

Just as the Netherworld had the assistance of the origin of heaven and earth, and combined with the many Heavenly Dao laws that Lady Nuwa herself comprehended, it was only then that the supreme treasure of destiny, the ' Book of Life and Death ', was created.

The Heavenly Court also possesses numerous magical treasures that govern the celestial order, the sun, moon, and stars, the fortunes and misfortunes of all things, and the power of the stars in all realms and the changes in the four seasons.

Unfortunately, Lady Nuwa left the Three Realms too early, and the powerful beings were all incredibly strong, with none willing to submit to the others.

Even though my master, the Three Pure Ones, and the Rulai are leaders of the Dao Sect and Buddhism, there are still the Three Sovereigns, leaders of the ancient human race, as well as the Five Emperors of the human race, and many other powerful beings such as war gods in the Three Realms.

Add to that those powerful Daoist masters who either Xiaoyao or form their own sects with a few close friends... and having a true ' Heavenly Court ' that can rule over all realms is even more difficult than an ordinary person ascending to heaven.

"Now, besides my Dao Sect, disciples from the Buddhist sect and the human race have also been appointed as emperors in the Heavenly Court. It seems that this is a choice made by all parties to achieve a balance."

Zhou Hao understood that rather than having only one Jade Emperor and everyone ignoring him, it would be better for the strongest factions to come together and discuss and resolve issues together.

In this way, the remaining powerful beings had no choice but to submit to the common will of the three strongest forces.

In the face of turmoil, this could be a viable emergency measure.

"What kind of upheaval and calamity could have caused Master and the others to be in such a state... Could it be that the hidden enemy can be resisted even when the Dao Sect and Buddhist sects unite, along with the ancient human race?"

Zhou Hao was puzzled, but the closer he thought about it, the more terrifying it became.

At this moment, Xia Emperor's expression suddenly changed, revealing surprise.

"What's wrong, Xia Mang?" Lü Dongbin, the Overturning Sea Great Sage, and other true immortals and gods all looked at Xia Emperor.

"Xia Mang, could it be that Crimson Bright Dao Ancestor has already chosen a disciple?" Lü Dongbin asked with a smile.

None of these true immortals and gods were benevolent; the Xia Emperor's mere change in expression had attracted their attention and led them to make guesses.

Otherwise, how could someone of Xia Emperor's status be surprised for no reason!

"Hahaha... you can't hide anything from you." Xia Emperor nodded and laughed. "Indeed, my Second Primordial Spirit has paid respects to my master, and my master has just chosen his disciple."

"Who?"

"Who did the Crimson Bright Dao Ancestor choose?"

All the true immortals and gods asked curiously.

Zhou Hao and the Slovenly True Person exchanged a glance, both of them pricking up their ears to wait for Xia Emperor's reply.

Both of them had close relationships with Ji Ning, and both of them already had powerful masters. Naturally, they hoped that Ji Ning, who had worked hard all the way to where he was now, could also have his wish fulfilled.

Even if Zhou Hao had made up his mind to get rid of Ji Ning, that would only happen if Crimson Bright Dao Ancestor truly did not choose him.

If Ji Ning were to be accepted as a disciple by Crimson Bright Dao Ancestor, Zhou Hao would naturally not cause any trouble.

"No rush, no rush. I've already sent a telepathic message to King Qi King Qi, asking him to bring those three little ones here," Xia Emperor said with a smile. "Once they arrive, I'll announce it directly, so I don't have to repeat myself."

"Why are you keeping us in suspense?" everyone exclaimed helplessly.

But since the Xia Emperor wouldn't say anything, there was nothing that could be done.

Let's wait.

Fortunately, just a short while later, King Qi led Ji Ning and the other two into the main hall.

This immediately attracted the attention of the thousands of celestial beings inside the hall.

Why are all three of them here?

"Could it be that Crimson Bright Dao Ancestor has already chosen his disciple?"

The celestial beings instantly guessed the reason, and each of them began to feel nervous.

"Your Majesty, the three have been brought here," King Qi said respectfully.

Ji Ning, Mu Chuan True Person, and Blackstone True Person stood obediently behind him.

"Hmm." Xia Emperor nodded slightly, smiling as he looked at the three of them. "Master has already chosen a disciple from among the three of you, and that disciple is... Mu Chuan True Person!"

"The Mu Chuan True Person!"

The Xia Emperor's voice echoed throughout the main hall, and for a moment the hall was quieter than ever before.

In unison, all the celestial beings and the eliminated Myriad Phenomena True Person in the main hall turned to look, their gazes all falling on the seemingly honest and simple young man, ' Mu Chuan True Person '.

Disciple of the Daoist Ancestor! Mu Chuan True Person!

At this moment, the Mu Chuan True Person became the most dazzling presence in the Heavenly Brilliance Hall!

"It's actually the Mu Chuan True Person!" Zhou Hao exclaimed inwardly.

Lü Dongbin was right.

Given the nature of the Crimson Bright Dao Ancestor, he might not necessarily like Ji Ning's Edge Unveiled personality.

"Ji Ning, Hei Shi," Xia Emperor continued, "You two don't need to be discouraged. I said before, you can both become disciples of the Pure Yang True Immortal!"

"I will help you choose the most suitable master. If no one else will accept you as their master, I, Xia Mang Mangxun, will personally accept you as my disciples."

"However, I neither follow the path of swordsmanship nor the path of formations. I am not the most suitable master for the two of you."

"You will stay in the Great Xia Royal Capital for three days. Within three days, I will send someone to see you."

"Thank you, Your Majesty," both Ji Ning and Blackstone True Person said respectfully.

"You two may leave now," Xia Emperor said. "Junior Brother Mu Chuan, you may sit next to Di Hao for the time being."

Seeing Mu Chuan True Person sitting beside Di Hao with a look of surprise on his face, while Ji Ning and Hei Shi retreated somewhat dejectedly, Zhou Hao shook his head inwardly.

Don't be discouraged!

That sounds nice.

Despite giving it your all, it all came to nothing in the end.

Only Ji Ning and Heishi Daoxin, with their exceptional abilities, were able to quickly regain their composure and rationality after the blow.

If it were someone else, such a blow might even cause their Dao heart to collapse, leading them to suffer a qi deviation.

"Xia Mang."

Lü Dongbin then spoke.

"Since Crimson Bright Dao Ancestor has not accepted Ji Ning as a disciple, I will shamelessly bring it up again," Lü Dongbin said with a smile.

"This Ji Ning is indeed a top-tier sword immortal in the making, and I admire him greatly. I wonder if Xia Mang Ji Ning do me the honor of letting me have him?"

Among all these true immortals and gods, he was the strongest and had the most discerning eye.

Having witnessed Ji Ning fight to the very end, he vaguely sensed that Ji Ning was somewhat extraordinary.

What the Crimson Bright Dao Ancestor saw was, after all, a watermark image, unlike seeing it in person, so he couldn't see everything clearly.

"Donghua," Xia Emperor shook his head and said, "Although Ji Ning wasn't chosen by Master, Master has praised Ji Ning many times. So, Donghua, don't force him."

"Xia Mang, it's just a Myriad Phenomena True Person." The Overturning Sea Great Sage scoffed, "Donghua has already spoken to you, is Donghua's face not worth a Myriad Phenomena True Person?"

"Moreover, it seems that your Crimson Bright lineage only has one Pure Yang Sword Immortal, ' Immortal Changqing '. That Immortal Changqing is not cut out to teach disciples; in all these years, I haven't heard of him teaching a single Celestial Immortal."

The Xia Emperor's eye twitched slightly.

"Since Donghua has spoken, Xia Mang will give him face."

"Yes."

Other true immortals, including the Northern Land Immortal Elder, also chimed in.

Lü Dongbin was well-liked, had a powerful background, and a strong backer. For a time, all the other true immortals and gods present, except for ' Celestial God Di Hao ' who was also a disciple of Crimson Bright Dao Ancestor, were trying to reconcile them.

"Xia Mang, you know my temper; I always speak my mind. I'm truly interested in Ji Ning and would like to take him as my disciple," Lü Dongbin said earnestly. "Xia Mang, if you help me, I will remember this favor. What do you say?"

Everyone was taken aback.

The favor that Lü Dongbin bestowed was quite valuable.

Zhou Hao noticed a hint of hesitation on Xia Emperor's Xia Emperor and waited for his reply.

He remained silent.

He knew that although he could sit and interact with a group of true immortals and gods on equal footing, he had only recently become a disciple and his strength was still shallow.

Furthermore, if even his senior brother Lü Dongbin's words were ineffective, then speaking up himself would be pointless and might only create more trouble for his future intervention.

"Sigh." Xia Emperor shook his head. "Donghua, it's not that I don't want to, but Master has given the order, and I have no choice."

Lü Dongbin frowned, somewhat displeased.

The Xia Emperor also realized it.

Although he wanted to befriend powerful figures from the Three Realms, no matter what, his master was always his greatest support.

Since it was ordered by his master, there was no other way. Even if it angered Lü Dongbin, he still had to refuse when necessary.

"It seems I truly have no chance with Ji Ning." Lü Dongbin sighed, then added, "I also quite like Ji Ning's Daoist partner, Yu Wei. I'll take that young girl as my disciple. Xia Mang, you won't object, will you?"

"Haha, as long as they don't make it into the top ninety-six this time, Donghua, you can pick them all, it's fine," Xia Emperor said generously.

He knew that Lü Dongbin was unhappy before, but he didn't want to really offend him, so he spoke more frankly at this time.

"Accept Yu Wei?" Zhou Hao was taken aback.

Brilliant!

First, take Ji Ning's Daoist partner away, then talk to Ji Ning himself; there's no need to worry about him not entering the sect.

Next, under the watchful eyes of everyone, Lü Dongbin called Yu Wei over.

Yu Wei was overjoyed to be chosen by the legendary Lü Dongbin, but she was worried about her Daoist partner and wanted Ji Ning to also become Lü Dongbin's disciple, so she knelt down and begged.

"I also wish I could take you two lovers in as my wife," Lü Dongbin sighed, shaking his head. "Unfortunately, your Great Xia Emperor absolutely refuses."

As he spoke, he glanced at Xia Emperor.

The Xia Emperor sat to the side, merely smiling, without uttering a word, clearly indicating that there was no room for discussion on this matter.

Seeing this, and hearing Ji Ning's anxious voice urging her not to miss the opportunity, Yu Wei immediately kowtowed and said, "Disciple greets Master."

"Hahaha..." Lü Dongbin laughed heartily, "Very good, very good. It's worth coming to this Immortal Fate Assembly if I can take you as my disciple."

As she spoke, she pointed to Zhou Hao beside her. "Yu Wei, this is your martial uncle Zhou Hao."

"Greetings, Martial Uncle," Yu Wei said, bowing again.

"Get up quickly," Zhou Hao said with a smile. "We've known each other for a long time, no need for such formalities."

At the same time, he secretly transmitted his voice to Yu Wei, saying, "Ji Ning, don't worry. If the master that Xia Emperor introduced to him is truly unsatisfactory, I will secretly help him. It wouldn't be impossible for you both to study under Senior Brother Lü."

"Thank you very much, Martial Uncle," Yu Wei said happily.

"Yu Wei, go and spend some more time with your sweetheart. After this Immortal Fate Assembly ends, we'll be leaving the Great Xia World," Lü Dongbin said with a smile.

"Yes, Master." Yu Wei glanced at Zhou Hao and then returned to Ji Ning's side.

The Immortal Fate Assembly has finally come to an end.

Heavenly Brilliance Hall, one by one, the true immortals and gods began preparing to depart.

The Northern Land Immortal Elder, the Crimson Pole True Lord, and others bid farewell to the Xia Emperor, then told Zhou Hao the location of their cave dwellings and invited him to meet again before departing.

For these Pure Yang True Immortal, coming to the Immortal Fate Assembly to see the three Dao Ancestors accept disciples, watching the excitement, and especially forming a friendship with the junior disciples of the Three Pure Ones, was not a wasted trip.

"Donghua, Zhou Hao." The Overturning Sea Great Sage brought over the Slovenly True Person. "When you have time in the future, come to my cave in the ' Heavenly Wave Cold Pool ' in the Southern Jambu Continent for a drink. The wine here in Xia Mang is good, but there's too little of it, so it's not very satisfying to drink."

"You drank more by yourself than all nine of us combined, and you still complain it's not enough..." Xia Emperor pretended not to hear.

"Definitely," Zhou Hao said with a smile.

Lü Dongbin nodded with a smile.

"Let's go." Then, the Overturning Sea Great Sage grabbed the hand of the Slovenly True Person and flew directly into the depths of the void on a cloud, disappearing from sight.

"Senior brother, do you still know where your cave in the Heavenly Realm is?" Zhou Hao asked, looking at Lü Dongbin. "When I have some free time, I'll come visit you there."

"My cave dwelling is located in the Eastern Victory Divine Continent, Nine Peaks Mountain, Primordial Yang Cave," Lü Dongbin said with a smile. "My true form is usually in the cave dwelling, so you can go there anytime you wish, Junior Brother."

"Nine Peaks Mountain, Primordial Yang Cave." Zhou Hao nodded. "I've got it."

According to the map of the Heavenly Realm given to me by my senior brother, this Heavenly Realm was formed from the largest fragment of the ancient Pangu World after it was shattered.

There are four largest landmasses: Eastern Victory Divine Continent, South Zhanbuzhou, Western Ox-Heaven Continent, and Northern Kuru Continent.

Between the four continents, there are also the four seas of the east, west, south, and north, forming a continuous expanse.

At the ends of the four seas, there are countless overseas immortal mountains... The entire Heavenly Realm is boundless in area, far surpassing any great world in the Human Realm.

In the Heavenly Realm.

Eastern Victory Divine Continent home to many sacred mountains and scenic spots, and is mainly inhabited by the Dao Sect immortals.

Western Ox-Heaven Continent is a sacred Buddhist Spirit Mountain, where thousands of Arhats, Bodhisattvas, and Buddhas reside.

The Southern Jambu Continent was occupied by many powerful tribes from the ancient Pangu World, forming various kingdoms.

As for the final Northern Kuru Continent, it is the most bitterly cold, where ancient giant demons and ancient gods and demons roam freely.

Of course, there are also a large number of Asuras and Devas living in various parts of the Heavenly Realm, forming various forces.

In addition, there are the cave dwellings created by the powerful beings whose dojos are located in the Heavenly Realm...

It can be said that the chaos of the Heavenly Realm far surpasses that of the Human Realm.

"Junior Brother, would you like to return to the Heavenly Realm with me?" Lü Dongbin asked.

At this time, the other True Immortals and Heavenly Gods had already left, and Xia Emperor also took the Mu Chuan True Person to pay respects to Crimson Bright Dao Ancestor.

Only King Qi and Left King, two celestial beings of the Xia Mang Clan, respectfully stood by, entertaining their two senior brothers on behalf of the Xia Emperor.

"I still have some things to take care of, so I'll have to wait a few more days," Zhou Hao shook his head.

"In that case, I shall take my leave." Lü Dongbin walked towards Yu Wei, who was in the distance, leaning on Ji Ning as they parted. "Disciple, it's time to go."

With Lü Dongbin gone, the two celestial beings, King Qi and Left King, breathed a sigh of relief.

Lü Dongbin, who is usually the most good-tempered, has been giving them a cold shoulder today, leaving the two celestial beings puzzled.

Previously, the Pure Yang True Immortal were talking amongst themselves, but the Celestial Immortals in the main hall could not hear them.

Otherwise, they wouldn't be surprised if they knew that Lü Dongbin had been refused by the Xia Emperor twice when he asked to take on disciples.

"Zhou Hao, what do you need me to do? Is there anything I can do for you?" Left King looked at the young man who had risen to prominence overnight and whose status was now completely different, and he was filled with mixed feelings.

"It's just a matter of settling some servants and relatives before leaving; nothing major."

"The token that was given to me back then is now being returned to the Left King." Zhou Hao flipped his hand and took out the Yinglong Guard's 'Imperial Inspector' token.

"I remember all the care you've given me over the years. If you ever need anything in the future, please Left King free to speak up."

Left King nodded, took the token, and then handed over his own Signal Talisman: "When you return to the Great Xia World, you can come to Yinglong Divine Mountain to find me at any time."

"Alright." Zhou Hao also presented his Signal Talisman to the Left King.

King Qi, standing to the side, looked on with envy.

After all, Zhou Hao is a disciple of the Three Pure Ones, and will surely become a peerless figure renowned throughout the Three Realms in the future.

Unfortunately, she wasn't familiar with him, so there was no use in being envious.

"Senior brother."

"Disciple."

Liu Yu, Yun Yuchan, and Kong Fang Fangtianxian waited for Lü Dongbin to leave before coming over.

"Let's go too." Zhou Hao nodded to Left King and left Heavenly Brilliance Hall with his Daoist master.

At this moment, the processions from the three thousand six hundred counties and the four seas in the Imperial City Square began to leave in an orderly manner.

"I'm going to see Ji Ning." Zhou Hao saw that Ji Ning was gathered with the Five Mad Immortal and others from the Black-White Academy over the Anchan Prefecture group, so he went over there.

Liu Yu, Yun Yuchan, and Kong Fang Fangtianxian also followed.

"Ji Ning," Zhou Hao said with a smile, "Congratulations on winning first place in the Immortal Fate Assembly."

"Senior Brother Zhou Hao, please stop teasing me." Ji Ning shook his head with a wry smile.

The Five Mad Immortal, Mu Zishuo, Beishan Baiwei, and others did not enter the Heavenly Brilliance Hall and were unaware of the matter of the Crimson Bright Dao Ancestor accepting disciples, but Zhou Hao was in the main hall and was sitting with the Xia Emperor and other True Immortals and Gods, so how could he not know?

The title of "First Place in the Immortal Fate Assembly" is nothing but an empty name; what is its significance?

"Not being chosen by Crimson Bright Dao Ancestor may not be a bad thing."

"Being chosen by Crimson Bright Dao Ancestor might not necessarily be a good thing."

Zhou Hao smiled and transmitted his voice.

"The Xia Emperor instructs you to wait quietly in the Great Xia Royal Capital for the next three days. If you are not satisfied with the master he has chosen for you, then come to the Changsheng Estate in Anchan Prefecture to find me."

"Senior Brother Zhou Hao?" Ji Ning was taken aback.

"Lü Dongbin is my senior brother. He mentioned to Xia Emperor twice that he wanted to take you as his disciple, but Xia Emperor refused both times, citing the disapproval of Crimson Bright Dao Ancestor," Zhou Hao said.

"Since Senior Brother Lü was rejected, it wouldn't be appropriate for him to secretly try to recruit you again. I'm just a junior, so it's alright."

"Besides, it's best if both the disciple and the master are willing. If you yourself are unwilling to become the master recommended by the Xia Emperor, no one can find fault with you."

"What if Xia Emperor...?" Ji Ning asked hesitantly.

It wasn't that he was worried about himself, but rather that he was worried about causing trouble for Zhou Hao.

"It's alright. Who knows how many years it will be before I come back next time?" Zhou Hao said nonchalantly.

"Remember, I'll wait for you in Anchan Prefecture for five days. If you don't come within five days, I'll leave the Great Xia World."

"Zhou Hao very much, Senior Brother Zhou Hao!" Ji Ning nodded solemnly. "Regardless of whether I become your disciple or not, I will definitely go to Changsheng Estate to see you within five days."

I can't finish writing Chapter Two; the weekly meeting is on Monday night at 10 PM...