Lu Ming also turned his gaze to the handsome young man, who bore a resemblance to Zhong Taiyue and could be described as having a dignified and imposing presence.
" Zhong Quan, this is your Aunt Zhong Ying's child, Lu Ming. He used to work in Qingyuan Market. You'll have to take good care of him in Fengyang Prefecture from now on," Zhong Taiyue said to Zhong Quan.
"Oh? Is it Aunt Zhong Ying's child?"
A look of surprise appeared on Zhong Quan's face. He looked at Zhong Ying, bowed, and naturally knew Zhong Ying, his aunt who had been away from home for many years.
"Cousin Lu Ming, if you need any help in Fengyang Prefecture in the future, just come to me, and I'll definitely help." Zhong Quan gave Lu Ming a curious yet gentle smile. Compared to his four older cousins, Zhong Quan was clearly more magnanimous. He didn't show any disdain for Lu Ming just because he came from Qingyuan Market. It's no wonder that Zhong Taiyue valued him so much and was grooming him as his future successor.
" Zhong Quan very much, cousin Zhong Quan."
Since the other party showed goodwill, Lu Ming naturally didn't ignore his four cousins as he had done with his younger cousins. He smiled, nodded, and greeted them.
"Haha, A-Quan, your cousin is no ordinary person. Don't let his age fool you; he also possesses High-Grade Divine Ability Bone, and he has only been cultivating for half a year since his bone was opened, yet he has already condensed ten Divine Ability Dharma Mark. His cultivation speed is even faster than yours." Zhong Taiyue's loud laughter rang out.
"What?!"
Upon hearing this, the other two masters of the Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall were startled and stared at the young man in astonishment, unable to believe their ears for a moment.
In just six months, he condensed ten Divine Ability Dharma Mark?!
Over the years, they have trained thousands of disciples at the Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall, but the most outstanding among them is Zhong Quan, a prodigy. Even so, he only managed to condense nine Divine Ability Dharma Mark in a year, far inferior to Lu Ming's ten runes in half a year.
Zhong Quan was equally shocked. He looked at the calm-faced young man in front of him. He had originally thought that the other party was his little cousin from the countryside who wanted to come to the Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall to seek cultivation, but now it seemed that he had misjudged him.
"Cousin Lu Ming is truly remarkable. To cultivate at such a speed in a place like Qingyuan Market, where cultivation resources are scarce, is a true prodigy. Such talent is extremely rare even in Fengyang Prefecture." Zhong Quan exclaimed, his gaze towards Lu Ming now filled with more seriousness and enthusiasm.
Previously, it was just a polite formality out of consideration for relatives, but now, Lu Ming's talent has revealed his true worth.
After learning about Lu Ming's talent and potential, Zhong Quan did not feel jealousy or apprehension. Instead, he developed a genuine desire to befriend him due to the combined influence of their bloodline and their shared values.
Zhong Quan isn't stupid. A cousin with enormous potential and blood ties is a trustworthy connection that others would kill for. Instead of seizing the opportunity to maintain the relationship, he would be a real fool to resort to underhanded tactics and turn them into enemies.
While the other person is still developing, we should cultivate a good relationship with them so that we can support each other in the future and go further on the path of supernatural powers.
" Zhong Xia, Zhong Ling, from now on, you two should take your cousin Lu Ming around Fengyang City more often to familiarize him with the city. But don't bring your cronies in front of him," Zhong Quan said, looking at Zhong Xia, Zhong Ling, and the other two.
Zhong Quan clearly held considerable prestige among Zhong Xia and the others, and upon hearing him speak, the four could only reluctantly agree.
It's clear that their IQs aren't as high as their older cousin's, which fits the stereotype of a spoiled brat with no ambition.
"Brother, you flatter me. I only increased my strength in a short time because I was lucky enough to attend a ' Spirit Pill Jiao ' by a master Dao of Alchemy in Qingyuan Market. In addition, our area is close to the Black Rain Zone, so there are some special cultivation resources there," Lu Ming said with a smile.
" Spirit Pill Jiao?"
Upon hearing this Qiu Feng and Xiao Gong, the two masters, were somewhat relieved. They naturally knew the special nature of this " Spirit Pill Jiao," which could temporarily increase the condensation speed of Divine Ability Dharma Mark. However, the cost was overdrawing the medicinal properties of the Dharma Pattern Pill. In future cultivation, the effect of using Dharma Pattern Pill would be greatly reduced. Therefore, it was hard to say how much they had gained.
Of course, even so, Lu Ming's speed in developing ten Divine Ability Dharma Mark in just six months is still quite astonishing.
" Qiu Feng, isn't today the school's mid-year exam? Perfect, let my little grandson witness the supernatural powers of our Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall." Zhong Taiyue's laughter was as loud as a golden bell.
Qiu Feng and Xiao Gong vaguely understood Zhong Taiyue's purpose in bringing Lu Ming here, so they nodded.
Zhong Taiyue then led Lu Ming, Zhong Ying, and Lu Qingyan up the steps of the divine passage and found seats at a higher point.
With a wave of his hand, the bustling Divine Ability Hall dojo immediately quieted down, and the exams and tests continued.
Disciples from the Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall leaped onto the arenas in the Golden Hall and began to spar and compete. In an instant, the Primordial Qi resounded throughout the Golden Hall.
"Cousin Lu Ming, our Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall possesses numerous supernatural abilities, roughly sixteen in total. Among them, there are eight Lower Divine Ability abilities, five Middle Divine Ability Upper Divine Ability abilities, and three upper -Lower Divine Ability, but these three Upper Divine Ability are the unique skills of our Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall." Zhong Quan sat next to Lu Ming and enthusiastically introduced them to him.
" The Great Golden Bell."
" Qi-Breaking Spirit Nail."
" Flood Dragon Mystic Gang."
"Our Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall relies on these three superior Upper Divine Ability to establish itself in Fengyang Prefecture and to rank among the five Fourth-Tier Divine Ability Hall."
Lu Ming was secretly amazed that they actually possessed three Upper Divine Ability. Such a foundation was indeed far stronger than that of the Thunderfire Hall, since their pavilion only had the " Thunderfire Whip " as Upper Divine Ability.
"Cousin Lu Ming, you think this is the end? Our Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall has secured one of the top three positions among the five Fourth-Tier Divine Ability Hall in Fengyang Prefecture. These three Upper Divine Ability are not as simple as you think." Zhong Quan said with a mysterious and smug smile.
"Oh? There's more to these three Upper Divine Ability than meets the eye?" Lu Ming asked, somewhat surprised.
Zhong Quan nodded slightly and said frankly, "This is not a secret. As everyone knows, the three Upper Divine Ability of our Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall come from the same lineage. Therefore, if one can cultivate all three Upper Divine Ability to the Major Accomplishment Realm, these three Upper Divine Ability can be fused together and transformed into an extremely terrifying killing move."
"Its power... is comparable to a ' Quasi-Grandmaster Divine Ability.'"
A look of shock appeared on Lu Ming's face. Quasi-Grandmaster Divine Ability... Clearly, this was the true foundation of the Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall. Major Accomplishment these three Upper Divine Ability would unlock a killing move.
"Amazing." Lu Ming couldn't help but exclaim. Just from this, it was enough to show how amazing the foundation of this long-established Fourth-Tier Divine Ability Hall based in the prefectural city really was.
Compared to the Third-Tier Divine Ability Hall, it is truly far inferior.
Fortunately, the Thunderfire Hall is no ordinary level three hall... If it were to truly reveal its true strength, the " Purple Firmament Great Thunder Talisman " hidden in Lu Jin's possession alone would surpass the Fourth-Tier Divine Ability Hall of these prefecture cities.
After all, that was a genuine " Grandmaster Divine Ability "!
Of course, before the Thunderfire Hall produces Divine Ability Grandmaster, such a trump card would not be passed on to ordinary disciples. After all, even an old-established Fourth-Tier Divine Ability Hall like the Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall only has a powerful killing move that is comparable to a " Quasi-Grandmaster Divine Ability " by fusing three Upper Divine Ability. The fact that the Thunderfire Hall, a Third-Tier Divine Ability Hall, has such a foundation will only attract countless covetous eyes.
Zhong Taiyue, standing to the side, cast an admiring glance at Zhong Quan. This eldest grandson was quite clever, understanding his thoughts. That's right, he wanted to showcase the strength of their Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall. He didn't believe that this little grandson from the Thunderfire Hall could resist the temptation of " Quasi-Grandmaster Divine Ability."
Their enthusiasm for Lu Ming made Zhong Xia, Zhong Ling, and their four cousins incredibly envious. They had accepted that Zhong Quan had always been more outstanding than them and had always overshadowed them, but how could a poor relative like him steal their spotlight?
With her beautiful appearance and somewhat domineering air, Zhong Ling's eyes darted around, and she suddenly said with a smile, "Cousin Lu Ming, since you're so eager to see the supernatural powers of our Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall, why don't you go up and experience them for yourself? Let us see if your ten Divine Ability Dharma Mark are any exaggeration."
"I'd also like to see the Thunderfire Hall's supernatural abilities. I imagine Third-Tier Divine Ability Hall must have some merits. I wonder if Cousin Lu Ming could satisfy our curiosity?" Zhong Xia and the others chimed in with smiles.
Zhong Quan frowned. These four foolish younger siblings were more trouble than they were worth; no wonder they were scolded every day.
Zhong Quan looked at Zhong Taiyue and, sure enough, saw anger simmering on his grandfather's face.
However, Lu Ming laughed instead.
What is he doing at the Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall?
That person is there to be a pillar of support for their own mother!
Therefore, many things cannot be achieved by mere words. He knew that his displayed talent was too astonishing, and even Zhong Taiyue and Zhong Quan, though they might not say it, might have some doubts in their hearts.
At times like these, there's no point in holding back or backing down.
What he needs to do is shatter all the doubts with a single punch.
And the encouragement from these cousins made things happen naturally.
"Grandpa, the Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall's supernatural powers are indeed extraordinary. Could you let me try them out myself and see if there's anything we need to improve on in our Thunderfire Hall's supernatural powers?" Lu Ming looked at Zhong Taiyue with a sincere and innocent smile.
Hearing his son's request, Lu Qingyan's eyelids twitched, a hint of worry in his eyes.
His son, nicknamed "Thunderfire Killing Prodigy," is no joke. He has only been in the Bone Opening stage for half a year, yet he has already taken the lives of many enemies, including veteran powerful Great Divine Ability Practitioner like Han Feng who have condensed twenty-six Divine Ability Dharma Mark runes.
What's even more terrifying is that he later heard from Lu Jin that even Lin Changkong, that True Qi Master, was beaten to death by Lu Ming with stones.
Therefore, Lu Qingyan was really afraid that if this kid got carried away, he wouldn't stop and would make the scene bloody.
However, while he was expressing his concerns, Zhong Taiyue hesitated for a moment, but ultimately nodded.
"Alright, A-Ming, if you want to experience it for yourself, then try to see how our Golden Bell Mystic Gang Hall's supernatural powers differ from your Thunderfire Hall's."