Advancing and retreating together

"I see, thank you for informing me, Senior Xin Lan. But speaking of which, isn't this the residence of the Grand Elder? Why is Senior Xin Lan here, and why was she responsible for guiding me into the Pavilion?"

After learning about Xiao Yan and Nalan Yanran, Xun'er nodded first, then asked with a hint of curiosity.

After all, according to the information she had gathered, there should be no one else in the Trial Grounds besides Supreme Elder Lin.

So, what's the deal with this "Ye Xinlan"?

"Hehe, actually, it was after I passed the Trial Grounds that I asked Supreme Elder Lin me stay!"

In fact, although Ye Xinlan made such a request after passing through the Trial Grounds, Xiao Lin had already planned to keep her there even if she hadn't mentioned it.

Having someone around makes things easier.

"I see!"

Upon hearing Ye Xinlan's request to Xiao Lin, Xun'er was initially taken aback, but then she couldn't help but admire the other party's intelligence.

In her view, this is indeed a long-term benefit!

However, Xun'er was unaware that if Ye Xinlan didn't have the backing of the Myriad Formation Spirit Palace, Xiao Lin wouldn't have readily agreed to such a request.

After all, the others aren't stupid either.

Once people learn of Ye Xinlan's request, there will undoubtedly be many who will try to do the same!

Won't he end up with a bunch of burdens by his side?

For Xiao Lin, having one person to do his bidding was enough.

Even if there were more, even if they were from the same Myriad Formation Spirit Palace, Xiao Lin probably wouldn't accept them.

Xiao Lin now prefers peace and quiet.

This can be seen from the layout of his current Trial Grounds.

It's important to know that the layout of the Trial Grounds wasn't like this in the beginning.

At the very least, this bamboo Bamboo Grove does not exist.

Even the surrounding environment wasn't as elegant as it is now.

These were all things Xiao Lin did later in life.

At this moment, Xun'er and Ye Xinlan chatted all the way through the Bamboo Grove and soon entered the Pavilion.

When Xun'er was led by Ye Xinlan to the small courtyard behind the Pavilion, she saw an old man in a silver robe sitting alone at a stone table, sipping tea.

This old man in silver robes was none other than Xiao Lin.

"Supreme Elder Lin, Xun'er Sister Xun'er has arrived."

At this moment, Ye Xinlan walked up to Xiao Lin, adjusted her glasses, and spoke.

Xun'er was about two body lengths behind Ye Xinlan.

"Greetings, Your Supreme Elder Lin."

When she noticed the silver-robed old man looking at her, Xun'er respectfully called out to him.

"Hehe, little girl, don't be shy, have a seat!"

Xiao Lin waved his hand dismissively and then said...

Without hesitation, Xun'er sat down on the other side of the stone table as instructed.

Meanwhile, Xun'er had already begun to secretly observe Xiao Lin.

Xun'er was also somewhat curious about this Supreme Elder Lin from the Jia Nan Academy, who was rumored to be there.

Because, according to the information she had gathered, she knew that the person in front of her was the one who would further elevate Jia Nan Academy's status in the Northwest Continent!

If Dean Mang Tianchi was the founder of the Jia Nan Academy, then Supreme Elder Lin before us was its pioneer!

This magical Trial Grounds goes without saying. Even the Blazing Sky Qi Refining Tower didn't have such a strong effect before. It was only after Supreme Elder Lin set up Spirit-Gathering Formation in it that the cultivation buff of the Blazing Sky Qi Refining Tower was doubled.

Furthermore, many of the Formation formations and restrictions throughout the Jia Nan Academy were also set up by Supreme Elder Lin.

It is no exaggeration to say that the contributions that Supreme Elder Lin made to the Jia Nan Academy are beyond description.

How could Xun'er not be curious about such a legendary figure?

Unfortunately, no matter how you look at him, Xun'er could only conclude that he was an "Ordinary" old man.

Xiao Lin naturally noticed Xun'er's furtive glances at him.

However, Xiao Lin only found it amusing.

Although he had changed his appearance, Xun'er was no different in his eyes!

"Speak, little girl, you've passed the Trial Grounds. As agreed, you can now make a request of me."

Xiao Lin's words also interrupted Xun'er's secret observation of him.

"Ah? No, Supreme Elder Lin, you misunderstand! Actually, the reason my companions and I ventured into the Trial Grounds today was mainly to meet you and express our gratitude."

Seeing that Xiao Lin had misunderstood, Xun'er quickly spoke up to explain.

"Oh? Expressing your gratitude to me? What's that?"

Xiao Lin deliberately pretended to be confused, even though he knew the truth.

After all, he is Lin Xiao now, and he really shouldn't know the reason behind this!

"Your Supreme Elder Lin, the actual reason is this..."

Then, Xun'er began to tell her story in detail.

Of course, Xiao Lin knew the reason Xun'er gave.

Wasn't all of this orchestrated by him?

"So that's how it is! Xiao Lin asked me to write three Letter of Recommendation, actually for you guys?"

Xiao Lin then feigned a sudden realization.

Those unaware of the inside story would think Xiao Lin was only just finding out about this!

"Therefore, Supreme Elder Lin, the three letters of Letter of Recommendation you sent us through Grandpa Xiao are the best gift you could give us!"

Xun'er also spoke with a polite smile.

"Haha, that's true, but this is ultimately a matter between Xiao Lin and me, and has nothing to do with you three little guys. Xiao Lin owes me a favor, and I'll go to him for it!"

Therefore, the promise you made to me after you've passed the Trial Grounds will still stand!

Xiao Lin first laughed heartily twice, then spoke solemnly.

It's important to understand that although Xiao Lin is a bit of a joker who enjoys setting traps for his grandson, he is actually indirectly pushing Xiao Yan to grow.

And isn't the reason he returned to the Jia Nan Academy now, under the identity of "Lin Xiao," precisely for this purpose?

Now that Xun'er has refused, it naturally doesn't align with Xiao Lin's expectations.

"This..."

Seeing the unyielding expression on Xiao Lin's face, Xun'er hesitated.

As the eldest daughter of the Gu Clan, Xun'er naturally had nothing that required Xiao Lin's help.

But she did come with Xiao Yan and Nalan Yanran, after all.

At this moment, she couldn't very well simply refuse on their behalf.

This is also why Xun'er looked hesitant.

"If you haven't thought it through yet, Xun'er, why not wait until your two companions arrive before deciding what you want to ask of me?"

Having vaguely guessed what Xun'er was thinking, Xiao Lin spoke understandingly.

Hearing Xiao Lin say that, Xun'er's eyes lit up immediately.

"Alright! Then I'll trouble you to wait a moment, Supreme Elder Lin."

Whether or not she agrees to this request, she is determined to stay in sync with Brother Xiao Yan!

As for Nalan Yanran, she was just a side effect...

"Hehe, it's alright."

Xiao Lin waved his hand dismissively.

Meanwhile, while Xun'er waited, Nalan Yanran also passed the Trial Grounds and appeared in the Bamboo Grove forest.

"Someone else is coming out, Xin Lan, go and meet them."

Sensing Nalan Yanran's arrival, Xiao Lin Ye Xinlan, who was serving him.

"Yes, Your Supreme Elder Lin!"

Nodding without any hesitation, Ye Xinlan got up and entered the Bamboo Grove once again!