"Fengzheng, haven't you taken Jun Wangchen as your disciple?" Long Aotian asked, narrowing his eyes.
"I wanted to, but the sect master seems interested in Jun Wangchen and instructed me not to take him as my disciple for now." Mu Fengzheng smiled helplessly.
He truly wanted to take Jun Wangchen as his disciple. Jun Wangchen possessed overwhelming strength and potential in both the Martial Dao and the Pill Dao. With a little nurturing, he could become a pillar of the Pill Sect.
But the sect master had already issued secret orders, leaving him no choice.
Long Aotian was startled. The sect master was usually elusive, yet he had actually taken notice of a junior?
"Jun Wangchen ranked first on all nine tablets, and his aptitude for plants completely eclipses Fang Yiqian's. Yet he remains so unassuming in the crowd. I think he'll be the strongest contender in this preliminary competition," an elder beside them said, his gaze sharp, apparently having overheard their conversation.
"I agree. This boy is simply too extraordinary. Even I was shocked by his performance during the assessment to advance from Outer Disciple to Inner Disciple. I keep feeling that he's hiding a great deal," another elder said gravely, nodding.
The others all nodded in agreement. Hearing their words, Mu Fengzheng and Long Aotian exchanged knowing smiles.
"Though Jun Wangchen is only in his early twenties, his strength can't be underestimated. He'll probably secure a spot in this preliminary competition."
"Constant praise will only make him arrogant. Better to let him develop on his own and keep a low profile." The other elders laughed heartily, though anticipation also showed on their faces.
Clearly, they truly wanted to see just how far Jun Wangchen could grow.
As Mu Fengzheng and the others conversed, Jun Wangchen glanced at the