With regards to this, Zhou Yuan did not know whether to laugh or cry. However, he was pretty surprised by Shen Wanjin's decisiveness to give everything up just like that. Although he was nothing special to look at, he was clearly still very talented…
Hence, after trying to dissuade him several times to no avail, Zhou Yuan could no longer be bothered, letting the former do as he wanted.
After spending some time together over this period, Zhou Yuan found that Shen Wanjin was actually pretty straight forward. There was no beating about the bush, but instead a direct declaration; big bro, I’m here to grab ahold of you with all my might. I’m yours from now onwards so please do shelter me.
Towards someone with such a thick skin, there was nothing Zhou Yuan could do but laugh bitterly.
"Alright."
Zhou Yuan smiled and nodded. After tidying up abit, he walked out of the door, heading towards the bow of the ship with Shen Wanjin.
As they walked, Zhou Yuan swept a glance at Shen Wanjin and said with a smile, "I say, you're the young master of the Shen clan after all, and your clan is nothing but stronger than my Great Zhou Empire. Why is there a need for this?"
If this was the Cangmang Continent, Shen Wanjin would already outclassed him in both status and background.
Shen Wanjin beamed in response. "Little Yuan bro, do you know what my Shen clan places the most emphasis on? Two words… good judgement!”
“My clan is fond of making friends, regardless of whether they are strong or weak. That’s why my clan has the most friends in the Cangmang Continent. As for how to choose those worthy of investing in from amongst these friends, it would depend on one’s judgement ability.”
“I may be mediocre in every other aspect, but I’m confident in my ability to judge. From what I can see, you’ll definitely become akin to a fish in water inside the Cangxuan Sect in the future. So I’m choosing to help you now and create some good karma. Who knows, you may become my most successful investment in the future.”
Said Shen Wanjin in a pleased manner as he rubbed his fat belly.
“As for myself, Although my cultivation talent is not as good as yours, I do know a thing or two about business and making money. Little Yuan bro, you only need to be my backer, while I earn the cash, and then we’ll split the profits. Won’t this be a happy cooperation?”
Upon seeing that he had even written the entire story in his head, Zhou Yuan could only smile and sigh. What a talent...
However, Zhou Yuan had to admit that he was a little moved by this proposal. He clearly understood just how important cultivation resources were, and most of the time, one needed to use Genesis crystals to purchase them.
Now that he had already left the Cangmang Continent, he would have to rely on himself. It was true that he did not know much about how to make money from money, every bit of Genesis crystals he used would only deplete his supply. If Shen Wanjin was able to help him earn money to purchase cultivation resources, it would be a pretty good collaboration.
While the two talked, they soon arrived at the head of the ship, only to find Mu Wuji seated at the very front, while Yaoyao, Xiao Tianxuan and the rest had already arrived.
Upon seeing Zhou Yuan walk over, the other geniuses cast friendly gazes towards him. They knew that he would definitely become a first class disciple due to that token of his, making his status higher than their own. Hence, they needed to create good relations with him as soon as possible.
However, they were evidently unable to be as straightforward as Shen Wanjin, instead still holding on to some of the aloofness from before.
Zhou Yuan did not display any happiness in response to their friendly gazes, his expression calm and cool from start to end as he replied everyone with a faint smile. In the end, he walked to Yaoyao’s side.
“Big sis Yaoyao!” Shen Wanjin seemed to bow and scrape in an exaggerated manner.
Yaoyao glanced at him and gave a faint nod.
Besides blindly following Zhou Yuan over this period of time, Shen Wanjin has also engaged his ‘favorable impression’ attack on Yaoyao. His strategy, attack through her likes.
And what did Yaoyao like? It was naturally high quality alcohol.
Hence, after gifting many rare liquors to her without any regard to cost, Yaoyao finally had a slight impression of this little fatty. If not, given her character, there would likely be no one else here she would nod her head to with the exception of Zhou Yuan.
At the head of the boat, Mu Wuji took a puff of his pipe after seeing that everyone was here, before he unhurriedly said, “In half a day, we will reach the Shengzhou Continent.”
“When that happens, you guys will leave the boat with me and head for the Cangxuan Sect.”
Everyone nodded with solemn expressions.
After speaking , Mu Wuji closed his eyes to rest, while the others seated themselves in silence. Half a day passed, and a tremor was suddenly felt. They had finally entered the Shengzhou Continent.
Mu Wuji stood up and gave his pipe a shake, causing green smoke to rise. The smoke transformed into a several dozen feet wide cloud that floated outside the boat.
“Let’s go.”
Mu Wuji moved, appearing on the green cloud.
Zhou Yuan, Yaoyao and the rest also got onto the cloud one after another.
As he stood atop the green cloud, Zhou Yuan lifted his head and gazed at the giant boat, where several figures were looking towards them from the side of the boat. It was Luluo, Zuoqiu Qingyu, Li Chunjun and the rest.
“Zhou Yuan, Yaoyao, take care!” Luluo waved her small hands.
Zuoqiu Qingyu laughed enchantingly, before she smiled and said, “Zhou Yuan, I’ll be waiting for the day your name resounds across the Shengzhou Continent.”
Zhou Yuan cupped his fists together at them and grinned, his eyes lowering slightly as he softly said, “Everyone, let’s work hard together.”
With a deep breath, he turned around and sat down, giving a little wave with his hand towards the back.
Mu Wuji gave his pipe a tap and the green cloud ferrying everyone shot forth, disappearing into the horizon in a mere few breaths.
On the cloud, Zhou Yuan’s eyes narrowed slightly, anticipation and excitement surging out within them.
"Cangxuan Sect…"
“I really look forward to it…”
Chapter 212 Entering Cangxuan
A green cloud flitted across the sky with a whoosh.
Zhou Yuan and the rest were seated atop the cloud, their gazes full of curiosity as they observed the vast land before them. Ever since entering the Shengzhou Continent, they could clearly feel that the Genesis Qi here far surpassed the Cangmang Continent’s.
Moreover, they could see for themselves how vast the Shengzhou Continent was.
Eight days had passed since they left the hundred flowers boat, every day spent rushing without rest. They had already lost track of how many cities they had passed, and how many teleportation arrays they had used, not even knowing how many hundreds and thousands of miles each jump had covered...
Even so, they had yet to reach their destination.
Such vastness really opened their eyes.
All of a sudden, Mu Wuji opened his mouth and said, “We’ll reach the Cangxuan Sect tomorrow.”
These words were akin to pumping a surge of energy through Zhou Yuan and the rest. Although they had not used any Genesis Qi during the past eight days of travel, it was still a rather tiring affair. Fortunately, their destination was finally within sight.
As such, a day swiftly passed under an atmosphere of bubbling anticipation.
When the sun rose high into the sky the next day, the resting Zhou Yuan and gang suddenly felt the surrounding Genesis Qi become stronger. They immediately opened their eyes, and saw mists swirling in between countless ancient mountain ranges, each giant peak like a titan that could hold up the heavens.
Amongst the giant mountains, one would faintly see countless halls, pavilions and other build
ings, the misty feeling seemingly filled with a celestial aura. Meanwhile, countless figures of light rapidly shuttled between...
Genesis Runes were faintly discernible high up in the sky. These Genesis Runes were connected to each other, forming an enormous Genesis Rune boundary. The boundary stretched downwards, covering the innumerable mountain ranges.
Power that could not be described spread from them. Although they were only slivers and strands, they gave rise to fear within Zhou Yuan.
The green cloud under Mu Wuji’s feet approached the Genesis Rune boundary. Rays of light shined from it, as if checking his identity. Moments later, a crack peeled open in the boundary.
Mu Wuji directed the green cloud in. The moment they entered, Zhou Yuan and the rest immediately felt the world around them become fresher and clearer. Concentrated Genesis Qi flowed into their bodies along with the air, wave after wave washing through their bodies.
“What a paradise.” Zhou Yuan could not help but praise. Training here would undoubtedly be amazing for one’s cultivation.
The others curiously asked, “Is this the Cangxuan Sect?”
“This is only the outer mountains of the Cangxuan Sect.” Mu Wuji chuckled. “Only after you guys pass the peak selection ceremony will you be able to see the Cangxuan Sect’s true face.”
“Next, I’ll bring you guys to the gathering point for the new disciples.”
By the time his words faded, he had already driven the green cloud past several towering mountains. Dozens of minutes later, their speed began to slow as an extremely magnificent mountain appeared within their sights.
At the waist of the mountain was a gigantic plaza. A seemingly endless stream of light figures were flying over from every direction and landing on the plaza, making it appear extremely busy.
When Mu Wuji landed the green cloud on the plaza, a man in Cangxuan Sect’s green robes approached and welcomed them with a smile, “You’re finally here teacher uncle Mu. Yours is already the last batch of new disciples.”
“Can’t help it, the Cangmang Continent is just too far.” Mu Wuji waved his hand, before turning his head to look at the group behind him. “Zhou Yuan and Yaoyao, follow me. The others wait here.”
After finishing, he led the two of them towards a building at the back of the plaza.
“Who is in charge of this new batch of outer mountain disciples?” Along the way, Mu Wuji asked the Cangxuan Sect disciple that had welcomed them earlier.
“Teacher uncle Chen Yuan from the Thunder Prison Peak.” Answered the disciple.
“Chen Yuan?” Mu Wuji’s brows furrowed slightly, but he did not say anything else.
They passed through the plaza, arriving before the building and pushed the doors open.
“Heheh, I was wondering who it was. So it’s you old Mu. Your efficiency is really not that good, you’re the last to return this time.”
Zhou Yuan looked over, only to find that the one who had spoken was a thin middle-aged man. Though he was smiling, there was a feeling of evil intentions behind it.
Mu Wuji retorted, “Want to try going to the Cangmang Continent?”
“How can anyone good come from such a remote place, what’s the point in going.” The man called Chen Yuan smiled in an insincere manner.
Mu Wuji could not be bothered with him, pointing at Zhou Yuan and Yaoyao as he said, “These two are the new disciples from the Cangmang Continent. They need two first class disciple quotas.”
Chen Yuan shot a look at the two and frowned, a difficult look emerging on his face as he said. “Old Mu, you returned too late. The number of new disciples this time has already exceeded the limit. There are not many first class disciple quotas, and all have them have been reserved in advance.”
Chen Yuan suggested with a wave of his hand, “How about I gave the two of them second class disciple quotas.”
Mu Wuji’s pipe slammed into the table as he coldly snorted, “Don’t give me that crap. Who doesn’t know of your methods. Have you secretly exchanged away the first class disciple quotas?”
Chen Yuan’s thin face turned rather ugly. “What are you saying… why not I give this girl a first class quota. Her Spirit is strong and she does have the qualifications.”
“But…”
He shot a glance at Zhou Yuan, before he continued, “Letting a quasi Alpha-Origin kid get a quota will be against the rules. You will not have the high ground in this matter even if you escalate it.”
Mu Wuji could not be bothered to reply. Instead, he retrieved the token and tossed it to Chen Yuan.
Chen Yuan caught the token, his eyes widening slightly when he glanced as it and muttered in confusion, “How can a youngster from a place like the Cangmang Continent possess this?”
Only those who had some relation to their Cangxuan Sect would possess such a token.
Chen Yuan’s gaze flickered for a moment. He looked towards Zhou Yuan and sincerely said, “Little fellow, I can give you a first class disciple quota, but I should also let you know that the competition between the new disciples is extremely intense. I feel that you may not be able to hold onto this quota with your quasi Alpha-Origin strength, and will only become a target for the other disciples. Therefore, I feel that it will be most appropriate for you to take a second class disciple quota first, and when your strength rises in the future, I will immediately upgrade you to first class. How does that sound?”
He was clearly intending for Zhou Yuan to voluntarily give up his first class disciple quota.
Zhou Yuan merely chuckled upon hearing this. “Many thanks to teacher uncle for your consideration, however… I’m not afraid of trouble.”
Chen Yuan’s expression froze for a second, clearly surprised that the mere quasi Alpha-Origin Zhou Yuan would be so arrogant.
There was some resentment on his face as he helplessly retrieved a booklet and registered Zhou Yuan and Yaoyao’s information.
“Alright, you can go now. When the new disciples assembly later and the classes are announced, you will know just how much trouble you brought upon yourself.” Chen Yuan waved his hands to chase them off.
Mu Wuji was clearly at loggerheads with the former. He immediately led the two of them away.
Upon seeing their leaving figures, Chen Yuan threw the booklet onto the table as disdain rose from the corners of his mouth.
“Foolish kid, you don’t know what’s good for you and refuse to listen to my good advice. Since that is so, I’ll be waiting to see how many days you will be able to hold on to that first class disciple status…”
Chapter 213 Luo Song
Zhou Yuan and Yaoyao followed Mu Wuji out of the building, before the latter smiled at the two of them and said, “I’ll have to go hand in my report. You guys will be staying here for the next three months.”
“Many thanks to teacher uncle Mu for receiving us from so far away.” Zhou Yuan solemnly bowed to Mu Wuji. Although the latter had been tasked by the sect to head to the Cangmang Continent, it could still be considered as a favor to them.
In addition, Mu Wuji had stood up when the Sacred Palace envoy was being overbearing.
This was why Zhou Yuan heart was filled with good will towards this slovenly barefoot uncle.
By the side, Yaoyao also gave a slight nod. Although she had not conversed much with Mu Wuji, she could feel that the latter was quite open-minded, and did not treat the new disciples with an air of arrogance. Overall, he was a pretty decent person.
Mu Wuji waved his hand, smiling as he said, “I’m usually cultivating in the Bleak Sky Peak. If you have any problems in the future, you may come and find me.”
He shot a glance at the building, before he continued in a low voice, “Chen Yuan and I are pretty much at each other’s necks all the time. He’s definitely not happy that we made him cough up two first class disciple quotas.”
“Although he won’t dare to go overboard, the competition between the new disciples will indeed be very intense. Both of you should take note, those t
hat were selected from the various continents will not be ordinary individuals.”
“In fact, even in the past batches, there were definitely no lack of first class disciples whom had their status stolen…”
Mu Wuji cautioned, “However, don’t feel restricted because of this. There’s no need to show any courtesy to those who come looking for trouble. As long as it’s within the rules, even if the matter blows up all the way to the sect master, he will give the owner of this token some face.”
Zhou Yuan nodded his head, indicating that he understood the advice.
Mu Wuji spoke a little more, before waving his hands at the two as he rose into the sky on green smoke, disappearing into the many mountains in the blink of an eye.
As they watched his leaving figure, Zhou Yuan let out a long sigh. He gazed upon the now unfamiliar surroundings, knowing that he would be staying here for a long period of time.
Because this place would allow him to grow even stronger.
“Let’s go. There’s nothing to be scared of in a mere Cangxuan Sect…” Yaoyao gently rubbed Tuntun, her red lips parting slightly as she continued, “At the very least, you have me and Tuntun.”
Tuntun opened its eyes and looked at Zhou Yuan as it reached out a paw to pat his arm, as if saying ‘Relax, I’ll protect you’.
Zhou Yuan could not help but chuckle as a feeling of warmth flowed in his heart. When he thought about it, Yaoyao and Tuntun had already accompanied him for almost two years...
At the very beginning, however, he was merely a weak youngster that could not even unblock his eight meridian channels. Now, he had already walked out of the Cangmang Continent, and even entered a behemoth like the Cangxuan Sect...
Many things had changed during these two years.
But Zhou Yuan also understood that the true challenge had perhaps only just begun. To find a place for himself in such an enormous sect would likely be harder than he imagined.
Fortunately, he was not alone.
It was as Yaoyao had said, he still had her and Tuntun...
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