His consciousness withdrew from the Mysterious Tower Space, and Qin Hao instinctively looked toward the Storm Sovereign. He froze: the Storm Sovereign was looking right back at him.
"Qin Hao."
The Storm Sovereign suddenly spoke.
The surroundings fell silent.
Everyone paused, then turned their heads.
Because of Qin Hao's actions at the Azure Flame Spirit Pool, many already knew his name.
What surprised them more was that the Storm Sovereign had called out to Qin Hao himself.
"Storm Sovereign."
Qin Hao hurriedly cupped his fists, feeling somewhat helpless.
Outwardly, however, his expression did not change. He remained utterly respectful.
"You will receive an additional eighteen hundred Azure Flame Points."
The Storm Sovereign spoke calmly. "A reward for Slaying a Blood Demon Venerable Armored Soldier."
"Thank you, Storm Sovereign. I will cultivate diligently and live up to the care you've shown me." Qin Hao nodded.
"Good!"
The Storm Sovereign nodded approvingly, his gaze toward Qin Hao growing noticeably warmer. After a pause, he added, "Of course, as a disciple of the Azure Flame Sect, you must also work hard for the sect."
"I understand!" Qin Hao nodded again.
A murmur rippled through the crowd. Many faces shifted as thick jealousy welled up in their hearts.
Eighteen hundred Azure Flame Points!
Most people had received only a few hundred Azure Flame Points. The disciple ranked hundredth in the Azure Flame Grand Tournament had received just one hundred.
Qin Hao's additional reward alone was eighteen times that amount!
If both went to cultivate in the Azure Flame Spirit Pool, Qin Hao could stay for eighteen days while they stayed for one. Of course, Preparatory Disciples were not qualified to enter the pool at all.
The looks many people gave Qin Hao changed once more.
Even Qi Long and the others stared at Qin