Upon hearing Ning Wuque's words, everyone began to discuss them.
With the Spirit Learning Palace leading the formation of an alliance, the distribution of benefits will inevitably come into play. This will pique the interest of various factions, who will take advantage of the opportunity to present congratulatory gifts to gain more rights.
Ning Wuque finished speaking than an elderly man in the Tribulation Transcendence Realm stood up and said with a smile, "That's fine then. Anyway, the main reason we've come here is to celebrate the old palace master's birthday. The matter of forming an alliance can be discussed later."
"There's probably not enough time for a leisurely discussion. The unusual activity in the Forbidden Zone of Life is becoming more and more frequent. Recently, some people have claimed to have discovered signs of life inside. As a result, more and more cultivators will receive the information, and even if we form an alliance, we will be in a very passive position."
Another powerful cultivator at the Tribulation Transcendence Realm stood up and spoke, his words receiving unanimous approval.
On Ink Pool Peak's side, an old woman also stood up and said, "I propose that after presenting the congratulatory gifts, the major powers should come forward to discuss the alliance."
At this moment, Hua Youyue suddenly spoke up, "What about the Rogue Cultivator?"
As soon as Hua Youyue spoke, a chorus of reactions erupted. All the Rogue Cultivator stood up and said, "Yes, we Rogue Cultivator have no power whatsoever. Does that mean we can't participate in this alliance?"
"The alliance must include Rogue Cultivator; after all, we are a very powerful force."
Hearing the discussion, a powerful cultivator at the Tribulation Transcendence Realm, seated at the head of the Spirit Learning Palace, said in a deep voice, "Please calm down, everyone. The Spirit Learning Palace will certainly not overlook the power of Rogue Cultivator. However, do any of you have suitable candidates?"
Upon hearing this, everyone exchanged bewildered glances.
So-called Rogue Cultivator are those who choose not to join any sect or Rogue Cultivator because they are not used to being bound by it. Where can we recommend anyone like that these days?
" Palace Master Liu, then tell us, what should we, the Rogue Cultivator, do?"
The Palace Master of the Spirit Learning Palace was taken aback upon hearing this, then smiled and said, "This is a decision you yourselves must make; otherwise, how can my choice convince the masses?"
Everyone was taken aback upon hearing this and began to discuss it amongst themselves.
At this moment, a rogue cultivator at the Rogue Cultivator Tribulation Transcendence Realm said with a smile, "Since ancient times, leaders have been those of virtue. I ask myself if I can win people's respect through merit. But now that Rogue Cultivator in the world have gathered here, most of them don't know each other, so naturally there is no one who can win people's respect. Therefore, I propose that the person who pleases the old palace master the most during the birthday celebration later should be the leader this time. What do you all think?"
"That's only right!"
"What this senior says is absolutely right. To be able to produce a birthday gift that even the old palace master would like, then this person must be extraordinary. It makes sense for us to follow his orders for now."
"That's settled then. Since everyone's here to give birthday gifts, whoever can please the old palace master will be the leader of our alliance!"
Amidst the murmurs and discussions, the old palace master chuckled, raised her hands, and said, "Since you Rogue Cultivator think so highly of this old woman, then this old woman will sit as the notary."
With the old palace master sitting as the notary, none of the others present had any opinion, nor dared to have any opinion.
Yang Zhen sat idly to the side, always able to sense the subtle, almost imperceptible, gaze of that guy named Ning Wuque.
Hu Tao looked worried, clearly noticing Ning Wuque towards Yang Zhen. She asked curiously, "How exactly did you and Spirit Maiden Hua meet that you could incur Ning Wuque's hostility?"
Yang Zhen cursed and spat, saying, "Damn it, don't let this Sage of Saunter catch that kid in the act, or I'll give that bastard a 360-degree 'Falling Goose on the Sand' smash to death."
"What does '360-degree 'Wild Geese Descending on the Sand' mean?" Hu Tao asked curiously.
Yang Zhen was taken aback and said, "Well... never mind, you wouldn't understand even if I told you!"
Hu Tao looked at Yang Zhen blankly and asked, "It looks like a lot of fun. Should we let him try it sometime?"
"..."
Yang Zhen simply shut her mouth!
At this moment, a Tribulation Transcendence Realm Rogue Cultivator suddenly stood up, laughed loudly, and said, "Since no one is willing to be the first to present their birthday gift, then I will offer my humble offering as a starting point!"
Upon hearing this, everyone present showed expressions of excitement.
Anyone who dares to display their birthday gift in public is someone who is confident in their gift; otherwise, they would simply hand it over to the disciples of the Spirit Learning Palace who are specifically responsible for collecting birthday gifts.
In this way, this Tribulation Transcendence Realm expert must want to become a representative of the Rogue Cultivator, and what he is about to bring out must be extraordinary.
Under the watchful eyes of everyone, this rogue cultivator in the Tribulation Transcendence Realm Rogue Cultivator stage took out a stone slab from his storage ring, held it up in his hand, and said with a smile, "I obtained this stone slab by chance in the cave in the Sea of the Northern Ridge. I have never figured out what it is for, but I feel that the patterns on it are quite extraordinary. Now, I will take this opportunity to present it to the old palace master."
Upon hearing this, the old palace master's eyes showed surprise, and he said, "I sense a fluctuation of Literary Talent Qi energy on this. Could it be traces of the Dao of Literary Talent Qi?"
"Exactly!" the rogue cultivator in the Tribulation Transcendence Realm Rogue Cultivator said with a smile, "This stone tablet should contain some kind of information. I suspect it may very well be from a being that came not long after the Upper Realm."
What?
Upon hearing this, everyone was taken aback, staring at the stone slab in the old man's hand with expressions of surprise and uncertainty.
Even Yang Zhen was taken aback when he heard this. He stood up and craned his neck to look inside.
The old palace master took the stone slab belonging to the rogue cultivator in the Tribulation Transcendence Realm Rogue Cultivator in his hand, examined it carefully, and a smile appeared on his face.
The rogue cultivator in the Tribulation Transcendence Realm Rogue Cultivator stage looked delighted and gazed eagerly at the old palace master.
The rest of the crowd watched the old palace master with great interest, even their breathing became quiet.
Under the watchful eyes of everyone, the old palace master suddenly shook his head and said, "These are just traces left over from recent years; there's nothing special about them!"
After saying this, the old palace master smiled and said to the dejected cultivator in the Tribulation Transcendence Realm Rogue Cultivator, "Although there's nothing special about it, this old woman appreciates your kindness. Thank you!"
The Tribulation Transcendence Realm Rogue Cultivator stage chuckled awkwardly, "Old Palace Master, I am utterly ashamed. I take my leave!"
Everyone stared at the rogue cultivator in the Tribulation Transcendence Realm Rogue Cultivator stage with suspicion and disbelief. Some were disappointed, while others were gloating. The Tribulation Transcendence Realm Rogue Cultivator, feeling ashamed, retreated dejectedly.
Next, many people presented their gifts. Although the old palace master accepted them all, it was clear to everyone that none of them pleased him.
For a moment, everyone in the crowd felt uneasy. And it was understandable; the old palace master had been in charge of the Spirit Learning Palace for many years, and had seen all sorts of rare and heavenly materials and earthly treasures. He was also a master of the Dao of Literary Talent Qi. Meanwhile, everyone was focused on gaining the old palace master's favor, and most had chosen gifts related to Literary Talent Qi. How could they possibly catch his eye so easily?
The people present looked at each other, mostly embarrassed, and no one stepped forward.
In the crowd, Mo Xueling glanced at Hua Youyue, then turned to Ning Wuque and said, "Young Master Ning, why don't you go and present your congratulatory gifts first, so we can broaden our horizons?"
Ning Wuque's lips curled into a meaningful smile. He glanced at Hua Youyue, then turned to Mo Xueling and said, " Ink Pool Peak hasn't even made a move yet, so how can my North Maiden Academy claim the credit? Besides..."
At this point, Ning Wuque looked at Hua Youyue and said, "Moreover, I'm also a little curious whether that fellow Daoist named Yang Dingtian will also offer a congratulatory gift?"
Upon hearing this, Hua Youyue trembled, slowly raised her head to look at Ning Wuque, and a cold light flashed in her bright eyes!