Arrangements; The Cao Clan

Meanwhile, three sharp gazes descended from the high platform and fell upon the two below.

Qin Chen and Xiao Yan slowly walked to the center of the hall, cupped their hands in a junior's salute, and respectfully said, "Junior Qin Chen (Xiao Yan) greets the three seniors!"

"Hehe, no need for such formalities!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Xuan Kongzi's gentle, amiable voice rang out. "I have long looked forward to this meeting. Let me introduce you."

He smiled and turned his gaze toward the elder on the left. "This is Chairman Tian Leizi. He oversees Pill Tower's internal enforcement and external campaigns."

"Junior Qin Chen (Xiao Yan) greets Chairman Tian Leizi." Qin Chen and Xiao Yan cupped their hands in salute and spoke respectfully.

"Mm."

Looking at the two outstanding youths before him, Tian Leizi's stern face rarely softened somewhat. Yet his voice remained slightly low. "Seeing juniors with such limitless potential brings me great comfort."

Pill Tower needed fresh blood and the rise of a younger generation. These two young men before him were undoubtedly the finest candidates.

Though Xiao Yan might not necessarily join Pill Tower, he was still an old friend's disciple, so Tian Leizi naturally would not make things difficult for him.

"Hehe, there is no need to be so reserved. This old fellow has been like this his whole life!" Xuan Kongzi said with a laugh.

Qin Chen and Xiao Yan nodded to show their understanding. After all, everyone had their own personality.

Compared to those worn-out alchemists with no real skill who still loved throwing their weight around, seniors like Tian Leizi were much easier to get along with.

Xuan Kongzi then turned toward the beautiful woman beside him and introduced her. "This is Chairman Xuan Yi. She usually handles some miscellaneous