"Thank you, Master!" Jin Ni’Er’s pretty face was full of excitement as she held the Purple Furnace close, smiling foolishly at Qin Hao.
Cloud lovingly patted Jin Ni’Er’s head, then looked at Sect Leader Lei and said, "Senior Brother, you rarely come by, aren’t you going to take a disciple?"
Sect Leader Lei was about to refuse, but Cloud pouted and playfully said, "It’s been a long time since the seven of us last gathered. There are seven children here, isn’t it perfect for each of us to take one as our disciple?"
"And besides, the mysterious number seven might just be a sign from our founder!"
Sect Leader Lei thought for a moment and found it reasonable, so he nodded and said, "That sounds good!"
"Who rang the sixth bell just now?"
In Sect Leader Lei’s impression, the sixth chime of the Innate Bell was the brightest after Qin Hao’s.
That indicated this child should have significant potential.
"It was me!"
Wang Tu raised his hand, somewhat excited.
"Then you are my disciple now."
Sect Leader Lei nodded slightly.
"Master!"
Wang Tu, a crafty individual, hurried over and began to flatter.
With three people already having chosen disciples, the other elders couldn’t stay out of it.
"You, follow me."
The irascible Punishment Hall Elder pointed at Jin Kui.
He could see that, among this group, this kid was the boldest.
When it came to handling unruly ones, he had ample experience.
Jin Kui didn’t like this Punishment Hall Elder but knew he couldn’t afford to be stubborn now.
He walked over and gave a somewhat perfunctory salute, "Master!"
"Hmm." Punishment Hall Elder wasn’t stupid and naturally knew Jin Kui wasn’t satisfied with him, but he wasn’t angry, planning to properly train him later.
"Then I’ll choose you!"
Next, the Artifact Refining Elder chose Wang Zimo.
Elder Zhuge chose He Hong, and Kong Denghui didn’t choose anyone initially, but Liu Qing eventually ended up with him.
Notably, as Kong Denghui patted Liu Qing’s head, he gave Qin Hao a slightly provocative smile and said, "Good disciple, I’ll say this upfront; if you ever disappoint me, don’t blame me for the consequences!"
"I understand, Master!"
Liu Qing naturally knew about the conflict between Kong Denghui and Qin Hao and understood he was sending Qin Hao a message.
He felt a bit uneasy inside, but was more delighted by the news.
The number of Inner Sect Disciples was substantial, with a ratio of about 10:1 compared to True Disciples.
Even though Kong Denghui didn’t like him, at least he was a True Disciple now, giving him much prestige going forward.
Qin Hao picked up on Kong Denghui’s intentions and smiled, "Liu Qing, make sure to learn well under Vice Sect Leader Kong. If you encounter anything you don’t understand, feel free to come to me!"
Qin Hao hadn’t studied much himself, yet he was giving guidance to Liu Qing, with the underlying meaning quite clear.
A response to Kong Denghui.
If you dare harm my brother, I’ll make trouble for you!
Kong Denghui merely scoffed in dismissal, then grabbed Liu Qing by the sleeve and chuckled, "Things here are done. I’ll take my leave now!"
With that, he lifted off the ground, carrying Liu Qing high into the sky, soon disappearing over a mountain peak.
"We’ll be off too then!"
Afterwards, each Grand Elder hurried off with their respective disciples.
Poor Qin Hao didn’t even get the chance to bid his subordinates farewell.
Only Cloud was considerate enough to stay behind and wait.
Jin Ni’Er looked at Qin Hao eagerly, "Brother Qin, we have to part now..."
"It’s okay. We’ll still see each other often," Qin Hao smiled.
Cloud chuckled from behind, "Of course, with Jin Ni’Er in my tutelage, she’ll be quite the lady soon. Many Inner Sect disciples will pursue her, Ni’er, make sure to keep your distance from this man to maintain your worth!"
It’s true, Cloud Fairy’s lively and clever personality makes her most suitable for Jin Ni’Er.
Qin Hao chuckled, "So Ni’Er, listen to Elder Yun Cai, and practice your alchemy well."
"I understand!"
Jin Ni’Er nodded solemnly, then took Cloud’s arm and said, "Master, thank you for letting me say goodbye to Brother Qin!"
"Silly girl, let’s go!"
Cloud smiled warmly, pulling Jin Ni’Er along as they soared into the sky, disappearing into a mountain peak.
As the elders departed, Qin Hao realized that the Huashan Sect had many secluded peaks, not large, but each with a unique charm, under the jurisdiction of the Grand Elders.
"Master, shall we head off too?"
With most people gone, Qin Hao looked at Ji Xinhu and asked.
"Let’s go."
Ji Xinhu smiled faintly, then lifted Qin Hao’s collar, and the two of them soared into the sky.
...
Ren Zhengfei was left standing alone at the original spot.
He gazed blankly at the sky, his face gradually turning red with his expression becoming twisted.
"Damn it! Those lucky bastards! I hate it!"
Ren Zhengfei appeared utterly defeated, kneeling down and pounding his chest in frustration.
Originally, he was plotting to get back at Jin Kui and others.
But unexpectedly, they’d all found masters, and not just any, but the seven most powerful figures in the sect.
With such backing, even if Ren Zhengfei was bold, he couldn’t risk retaliation!
"Damn! Damn! Damn!"
Rocks on the cliff wall continuously exploded, faintly mixed with Ren Zhengfei’s roars of anger.
...
...
In mid-air.
The wind howled past their ears, and the flowing clouds felt so close.
Qin Hao suddenly realized that flying was the world’s most exhilarating experience, even if someone else was carrying him.
He turned to Ji Xinhu and asked, "Master, why did you want to take me as your disciple?"
"You’re clever enough; you should be able to guess the reason," Ji Xinhu replied with a faint smile.
"Is it because of Elder Ji?"
Qin Hao said instinctively.
"Correct." Ji Xinhu didn’t deny it and said seriously, "My father never hesitated on his path of cultivation. To him, the so-called ’Wasted Body’ isn’t an impasse; he believes you can break through that so-called shackle. That’s why he was willing to give you the Jade Pendant."
He paused, looking at the white jade on the horizon, and said softly, "Though I don’t know your exact situation, since my father values you, I can’t just stand by, and also."
As he spoke, they had already landed on a mountain peak.
Feeling the solid ground beneath his feet, Qin Hao still felt a bit nostalgic about flying.
He looked up and asked, "And also what?"
Ji Xinhu suddenly laughed heartily, as if he was reminded of something that made him proud.
"And also, you’re someone who dared to flirt with my daughter."
Qin Hao’s expression turned strange, was Ji Xinhu referring to the situation with Ji Yue’Er?
Reflecting on it, he did seem to have made a bet with Ji Yue’Er, right?
The one-month wager, it hadn’t even been a month since the day of the bet?
At this thought, Qin Hao laughed as well, "Master, if I make your daughter feel pressured, will you mind?"
"That’s precisely my main reason for taking you as my disciple."
Ji Xinhu’s smile was slightly cunning, "For some reason, I have a hunch that you can make my proud daughter feel threatened. So, I hope you will do so!"
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