He knew better than anyone how powerful the Soul Household was in Thousand Souls City.
However, Hun Jiuge is merely a member of the Soul Household; does that mean he can act recklessly within the Five Elements Pavilion?
This might be his chance to shine.
Zhang Dayuan felt that his loyalty would surely earn him a place in the sect's ranks, so he forced himself to say:
"This... Young Master Hun, isn't this against the rules?"
Although her voice was trembling slightly, her tone was indeed quite resolute.
Hun Jiuge glanced at him indifferently:
"Rules? Brother Li is an honored guest of my Soul Household. You want to banish him to the Nine Mountains Mining Area to supervise the work for a hundred years? Is this your 'rule'?"
Distinguished guest.
These two words struck Zhang Dayuan's heart like a heavy hammer.
His face went from green to white, then from white to red—a truly spectacular sight.
He looked at Li Tiantong, his mouth opening and closing repeatedly, but he couldn't utter a single word for a long time.
Although he really wanted to ask Li Tiantong how he had become a distinguished guest of the Soul Household, he felt that asking would only humiliate him.
Hun Jiuge wouldn't lie to him about something like this.
Li Tiantong was also stunned.
Distinguished guest?
When did he become a distinguished guest of the Soul Household?
He didn't even know many people from the Soul Household.
Seeing Li Tiantong's surprise, Hun Jiuge cleared his throat and said:
"Brother Li, Young Master Han asked me to give you his regards."
After speaking, he bowed slightly to Li Tiantong, his tone extremely respectful.
"If you have time, please come with me. Of course, if you need anything now, just let me know."
Which Young Master Han?
Li Tiantong asked instinctively.
Hun Jiuge was also somewhat surprised, but quickly replied:
"Naturally, it's Han Xuanji of the Soul Household. Young Master Han is the face of the Soul Household."
Han Xuanji.
The Soul Household's S-Rank Heaven's Chosen who ascended to the top of the Five Elements Heavenly Stairway is the most prominent young generation in Thousand Souls City in recent years. It is said that even the master of the Five Elements Pavilion once personally offered to take him as a disciple, but he politely declined.
In the city's restaurants and teahouses, countless legends surround him. Some say he is the last disciple of some reclusive old monster, others say he comes from some ancient place, and still others say he is an anomaly who transcended from Primal Chaos...
Even the arrogant geniuses of the Soul Household were completely Qi Ingestion of his superiority.
etc.
Li Tiantong's pupils contracted slightly.
It is said that the other party was also someone who transcended from the Primal Chaos, and this rumor has been widely circulated among the people.
"Young Master Han... are you looking for me?"
Li Tiantong tried his best to make his voice sound calm, feeling that his idea was somewhat far-fetched.
In the Eternal Continent today, Transcendent are rare, and the probability of them coming from the same place is incredibly small.
Hun Jiuge didn't notice his unusual behavior, or rather, she did notice but pretended not to see it.
He nodded, his tone filled with undisguised reverence:
"Young Master Han said that he and Brother Li are old acquaintances, and asked me to come and inquire about Brother Li's recent situation and whether there is anything he can help with."
Old acquaintance?
He had no old acquaintances on the Eternal Continent, let alone any connection with the prodigies of the Soul Household. Unless...
Unless that person also comes from the same place, or even has some connection with him.
"Young Master Han... he..."
Li Tiantong's voice was somewhat hoarse; he wanted to ask something, but didn't know where to begin.
Hun Jiuge smiled slightly:
"Young Master Han said that you will understand when you meet him."
He turned to look at Zhang Dayuan, his smile fading slightly, his tone neither too loud nor too soft, but every word clear:
"Deacon Zhang, from today onwards, Brother Li will no longer be assigned any outer sect missions by the Five Elements Pavilion Tower. I have already informed your elders about this matter. If you don't believe me, you can ask Elder Fang Xuanhe yourself."
Elder Fang Xuanhe.
The core elder of the Five Elements Pavilion was a big shot whom he couldn't even speak to.
What does it mean that she was able to greet Fang Xuanhe?
This shows that the Soul Household values Li Tiantong far more than he imagined.
"No, no, I wouldn't dare."
Zhang Dayuan waved his hands repeatedly, his voice even trembling slightly.
"Since it is Elder Fang's will, I will comply. As for Brother Li... I will no longer concern myself with Brother Li's affairs."
After he finished speaking, he and his lackeys slunk away without even daring to look back.
The corridor fell silent.
Hun Jiuge took out a dark purple token from her sleeve and presented it to Li Tiantong with both hands:
"Brother Li, this is a token that Young Master Han asked me to give to you. With this token, you are a distinguished guest of the Soul Household."
Li Tiantong stared at the token in silence for a long time.
"Young Master Han... where is he now?"
Li Tiantong raised his head, his voice hoarse.
Hun Jiuge shook his head:
"Young Master Han is currently in seclusion, but he said you can go see him anytime."
Li Tiantong nodded, put the token into his pocket, and repeatedly stroked the ancient "soul" character pattern on the token with his fingertips, feeling a mix of indescribable emotions surging in his heart.
There were doubts, of course, but even more so, there was a sense of being moved.
Having wandered the Eternal Continent for so many years, he is well aware of the coldness and warmth of human relationships in this world.
There is no hatred without a cause, and there is no love without a cause.
There must be a reason behind the fact that a complete stranger suddenly took on the job at the Nine Mountains Mining Area for him.
He just couldn't figure out what the reason was.
"Brother Li, you're really not being fair!"
Zhang Yi, who was standing nearby, came over and slapped Li Tiantong on the shoulder, his eyes filled with disbelief.
"You know Han Xuanji? The Han Xuanji from the Soul Household? The one who climbed to the top of the Five Elements Heavenly Stairway? Why have you never mentioned him?"
Zhang Yi was one of the few people in the outer sect who had a good relationship with Li Tiantong. Although the two were not close friends, Li Tiantong had helped Zhang Yi a lot over the years.
"I..."
Li Tiantong opened his mouth, his expression somewhat embarrassed, "I actually don't know why he helped me. To be honest, I don't even know what he looks like."
Zhang Yi's eyes widened, clearly disbelieving, but Li Tiantong's expression didn't seem feigned. He scratched his head.
"That's strange. Why would such an important person help you for no reason? Could it be that you saved his life before and you've forgotten?"
Li Tiantong shook his head with a wry smile.
He had indeed helped many people in the Chaos before, but none of them should have been named Han Xuanji.
Li Tiantong a deep breath, suppressing the distracting thoughts in his mind. No matter who Han Xuanji was, no matter why he was helping him, everything would become clear after they met.
"Please lead the way, Young Master Hun. I wish to see Young Master Han."
Hun Jiuge waved his hands repeatedly:
"Brother Li, please don't call me Young Master Hun, it's too much of a compliment. Just call me Jiuge, or Xiao Jiu, either is fine."
"By the way, do I need to help with this Steward Zhang?"
No, thank you.
Li Tiantong shook his head, not because he was soft-hearted.
Rather, he wanted to avenge himself without relying on others.
Upon exiting the Five Elements Pavilion gate, a vehicle was already prepared at the entrance. The carriage was spacious, with exquisite interiors, and pulled by an artificial spirit beast, pure white with silvery mane, lifelike and clearly very valuable.
The animal-drawn carriage started, its wheels rolling rhythmically over the bluestone pavement.
The carriage was filled with the aroma of tea. Hun Jiuge sat opposite him, unable to hide the excitement on his face.
He had successfully completed the task he had so painstakingly secured, and was finally able to meet the peerless genius Han Xuanji.
You should know that this person lives a very secluded life, so it's not easy to meet them.
Even some of the elders who held high positions within the clan had only met him once or twice.
As a result, Han Xuanji became increasingly mysterious, and his reputation spread more and more outrageously.