A Little Unusual?

At this moment, only Ye An Zhao Xuanji remained in the Main Hall.

Zhao Xuanji sat in the main seat, and this time his gaze fell directly on Ye An's ring, without any intention of hiding anything.

He recalled a story from the Sect's secrets and asked with a puzzled expression.

"Where did you get that ring on your hand?"

The ring was immediately recognized, but Ye An remained calm and answered truthfully, "Greenrock Mountain. I found it in a Secret Cache left by the Song Family."

After listening, Zhao Xuanji pondered for a moment. Then, based on the contents of the secret, he slowly spoke, "This ring belongs to the Four Symbols Sect."

Upon hearing this, Ye An was about to take it off and return it.

Although somewhat reluctant, Ye An didn't believe he could bargain with Zhao Xuanji.

After noticing Ye An's actions, Zhao Xuanji quickly waved his hand to stop him.

"No need. Since you sought this out, it is your fortuitous opportunity."

"This item is rather peculiar, but not particularly valuable; it's just somewhat magical."

"Useless against the strong, but it can ensure the long-term prosperity of small Lineage."

"These rings should be a pair; I won't ask where the other one is."

Zhao Xuanji reconsidered his words before speaking again, "You should know that my Four Symbols Sect migrated here. This ring was given to me by my sect when we were supporting a Lineage."

"And that Lineage is the Song Family."

"Enough, there's no need to dwell on the past."

Ye An glanced at the ring on his hand and flattered, "Sect Master is truly learned and powerful; you can see through its mysteries at a glance."

"Can Gathered Origin Realm be identified at a glance? If so, that's a bit dangerous... But why didn't Hall Master Shi see it?"

Zhao Xuanji smiled and waved his hand, feeling a little uncomfortable with Ye An's flattering words.

"Don't worry, those at the Gathered Origin Realm won't see through this trickery. It's all just related to the secrets of my Four Symbols Realm, so you can rest assured."

Having said that, Zhao Xuanji stopped talking about the ring and returned to the main topic, speaking instead.

"You probably already know some of the benefits of Chief Disciple. But I'd still like to explain them to you in person."

"As your Contribution Point increase, you'll have the opportunity to enter the Four Symbols Origin-Returning Array Formation for free once every two months. You'll also have the qualification to enter the second floor of the Scripture Repository once a year to choose one Mystic Grade Martial Arts for free."

"If you are determined to lead the Black Tortoise Hall to a higher position and make contributions to the Sect, you will receive even more of these resources."

Ye An clasped his hands in a salute. "Disciple understands, disciple will certainly go through fire and water for my Four Symbols Sect!"

Zhao Xuanji waved his hand, thinking that the new Chief Disciple of the Black Tortoise Hall would be as honest as Zhou Zhong.

The result was that he looked honest, but his words were a bit slippery. "Go ahead."

Not long after Ye An stepped out of the palace gate.

The light inside the hall dimmed for a moment, and a figure slowly emerged from the shadows.

This person wore an inconspicuous gray robe, had an ordinary face, and was rather thin.

Although he was standing in the shadow cast by the pillar, it was as if he himself was the shadow.

From the beginning until now, this person has remained standing there, yet Fu Chongshan, who is in the same realm, has not noticed anything unusual.

This demonstrates the profound level of this person's covert methods.

He is Zhao Xuanji's junior brother, and also a Gathered Origin Realm. His surname is Wei and his given name is Changyin. He works in the shadows within the Four Symbols Sect.

He was the one who went to the Song Family to collect debts last time.

Zhao Xuanji didn't look at the dark figure; who knew if it was him?

"How's the investigation going?"

Wei Changyin originally intended for his voice to come from all directions, but realizing that he was there to report on the situation, he didn't need to be too cautious.

So he revealed his true form directly.

Sure enough, the dark figure standing in the center was not him.

"It's been investigated. However... there are some special circumstances."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Xuanji looked at the real Wei Changying: "Special? How special could he be?"

After decades of getting along, Zhao Xuanji understood Wei Changyin's personality; he was efficient and didn't require much attention.

Therefore, the fact that he used the word "special" indicates that there are indeed some problems.

Wei Changyin spoke slowly and deliberately, "Ye An, eighteen years old (by Chinese reckoning), from Anping County, lives in Willow Alley. He has a grandfather, a father, and two older brothers. Oh, and a little yellow dog."

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What does "little yellow dog" mean?

Zhao Xuanji listened to this ordinary information without interrupting.

"He has only been practicing martial arts for three years, First Body Tempering every three months, Second Body Tempering every four months, and now he has Qi Condensation. During this time, he has broken through several realms."

"His initial Root Bone was only at the High-Grade C, and even now, at the Mid-Grade B, he shouldn't be moving at this speed."

"This shows two things: Ye An has extraordinary comprehension, and the time he invests in martial arts training is several times that of ordinary people, which shows his tenacious character."

Zhao Xuanji listened carefully, and these thoughts were largely consistent with his own. "Then what do you think of this person's character? Is he suitable for the position of Four Halls Chief of my Four Symbols Sect?"

Wei Changyin replied crisply, "My investigation has revealed countless facts that prove Ye An is a man of great loyalty and gratitude, who never owes anyone a favor."

He recounted several of Ye An's deeds, from helping the Qian Family protect the mines to becoming Liu Family Guest Elder, and what happened afterward, each and every one of them clearly laid out.

Zhao Xuanji listened carefully and nodded slightly after Wei Changyin finished speaking.

People who possess both martial arts skills and the ability to repay kindness are indeed the best candidates for training.

"Oh, right." Zhao Xuanji recalled the word "special" that Wei Changyin Fang Cai mentioned earlier, "What did you mean by 'special'?"

What's so special about it? Is it just a little yellow dog?

Seeing that he had said enough, Wei Changyin then explained what he meant by "special".

"When I investigated Ye An's father, Ye Shouzhuo, I found out that he moved to Anping County from elsewhere with his three sons..."

"But the most amazing thing is that there's absolutely nothing about them before they moved to Anping County. It's as if someone deliberately erased everything, leaving no trace."

At this point, Wei Changyin shook his head, believing that the problem lay with his own abilities.

Zhao Xuanji's gaze remained fixed on one spot for a long time.

"Should I go and investigate again?" Wei Changyin was unwilling to give up. He couldn't find out where the Heaven Overturning Cult Branch Altar was in Cangwu Prefecture.

He couldn't believe that he couldn't even find out about a single family in a small county town!

Zhao Xuanji quickly waved his hand. "No need. Just the fact that Ye An is a man of loyalty and righteousness, and currently harbors no ill will towards my Four Symbols Sect, is enough."

"He is now the Chief Disciple of my Black Tortoise Hall, and therefore a member of my Four Symbols Sect. No matter what happens in the future, as long as he stands on the side of my Four Symbols Sect, my Four Symbols Sect will protect him."

After listening, Wei Changyin nodded, understanding Zhao Xuanji's meaning.

"Junior brother understands. Please call me again if you need anything, Sect Leader."

The hall returned to normal. Zhao Xuanji felt the flow of Origin Energy within his body and murmured to himself.

" To the Open Palace... I can definitely do it!"

Ye An had previously suspected that this ring might be related to the Four Symbols Sect, but after the Sect Master Zhao Xuanji's instructions, Ye An completely dispelled his doubts.

He has more important things to do now!

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