Moreover, I have just recently joined Zhen Juncheng’s tutelage; if I don’t show some achievements, it will be even harder to stand out.
Thinking of this, Pei Quan’an turned and left.
Zhen Juncheng resides in a massive estate, where the servants are all Outer Disciples from Wanghai Tower.
When he heard Pei Quan’an was outside seeking an audience, Zhen Juncheng, who was having tea with several familiar friends in the study, was first startled, then burst into laughter.
"This Pei Quan’an is quite interesting—just accepted as my disciple during the day and now comes to me at night; it seems he intends to offer me a token of loyalty."
A nearby elder sneered, "I know this boy. Previously, relying on Shen Jiu’s power to act arrogant and domineering, he earned quite the bad reputation among the disciples. Now that his backer has fallen, he desperately fears retribution, so his eagerness is natural."
"I wonder what this guy can offer. As far as I know, besides a beautiful female disciple, he doesn’t have anything impressive."
Zhen Juncheng didn’t value beauty, especially that of his own disciples—such entanglement would be quite scandalous.
Initially, he planned to refuse directly, but then thought he might as well listen to what Pei Quan’an had to say.
If Pei Quan’an really wants to offer that female disciple to him, he could use this excuse to expel him from his tutelage.
This way, even if the Tower Master found out, he wouldn’t be able to say anything.
Thinking of this, he nodded.
"Let him in."
The two elders who were close to Zhen Juncheng were preparing to take their leave.
But for more witnesses, Zhen Juncheng intentionally kept them around.
"No hurry to leave, hear what Pei Quan’an is planning."
The two were indeed curious, so they stayed.
Soon, Pei Quan’an hurried in, respectfully greeting Zhen Juncheng with the disciple’s salutation.
Zhen Juncheng nodded smilingly, followed by a round of very courteous pleasantries.
Finally, Zhen Juncheng asked, "Quan’an, why have you come to me so late at night instead of sleeping? Is there something pressing?"
Pei Quan’an, seeing the two elders present, hesitated, casting a meaningful glance towards them.
The implication was clear; he wanted the elders to step aside.
Zhen Juncheng’s face darkened at this, "These are my close friends, also your seniors. What can’t be said in front of them?"
"Speak!"
With no other choice, Pei Quan’an had to divulge his thoughts comprehensively.
Upon hearing about the Gui family’s wealth, all three, including Zhen Juncheng, had their eyes light up.
Zhen Juncheng felt deep regret simultaneously.
Had he known this involved such vast interests, he wouldn’t have included the two elders.
But it was too late for regrets now.
Zhen Juncheng could only say helplessly, "Are you sure of everything you said?"
"Of course. Right now, the only thing puzzling to me is how the Gui family protects such wealth. If we can uncover the truth behind this, wouldn’t that wealth be ours for the taking?" Pei Quan’an said sycophantically.
Zhen Juncheng pondered for a moment, then looked at the two elders.
"Do you know if the Gui family has any backing?"
The two elders, intrigued by Pei Quan’an’s words, pondered deeply, eventually shook their heads.
"We don’t know. Actually, we’ve never paid any attention to the Ink Sea City’s Gui family, nor did we know this small family possessed such vast wealth."
This was the truth.
After all, Beyond the World is expansive, with myriad forces.
Many large or small families exist in seemingly insignificant corners.
It was normal for these elders, high-ranking members of Wanghai Tower, to not have heard of the Gui family from Ink Sea City.
Zhen Juncheng grew increasingly regretful but could only nod helplessly, then addressed Pei Quan’an.
"Good. Quan’an, you indeed show devotion; what you said earlier aligns with my thoughts. You must investigate thoroughly once you reach the Nangong Family. So long as there’s no backing like the Thirteen Sects, I will support your actions."
"Yes!"
Hearing these words, Pei Quan’an felt invigorated, knowing he had gambled correctly.
Zhen Juncheng then handed over an Access Waist Token to Pei Quan’an.
"This is my access token. I had meant to give it to you during the day but forgot. With this, you can see me directly in the future without prior notice."
Pei Quan’an didn’t believe the excuse of forgetting.
Clearly, he didn’t want to give it to him.
Yet, he was too excited now to care, accepting the token gratefully, then bowed deeply to Zhen Juncheng.
"Disciple thanks Master."
"Go!" Zhen Juncheng gestured.
Pei Quan’an carefully stored the token and then left.
The token was regarded as prestigious; one reason was to show Zhen Juncheng, another was his understanding.
This was no ordinary access token; it was his Immunity Token for safety and survival.
After he departed, the two elders spoke enviously to Zhen Juncheng.
"Brother Zhen, it seems you received the right disciple."
"Indeed, if I had such a smart and capable disciple who would search for financial sources for his master, I’d wake from my dreams laughing."
Zhen Juncheng also felt somewhat relieved.
Previously, he saw Pei Quan’an as a burden.
If not for the explicit request from the Tower Master Jiang Shengwu, he wouldn’t have taken him in.
The deliberate withholding of the disciple token was for this reason.
Unexpectedly, Pei Quan’an quickly turned out to be a great surprise.
Thinking of this, he smiled.
"Come, have some tea!"
With Zhen Juncheng’s backing, Pei Quan’an felt significantly emboldened.
He acted quickly, packing the same day and leaving with Nangong Yanran down the mountain the next day.
Just as the two embarked on their journey to the Nangong Family, a major event occurred in Beyond the World.
The Azure Dragon Temple was formally removed from the ranks of the Thirteen Sects.
The news, once spread, brought numerous sighs.
Since the ranking of Thirteen Sects was established, the Azure Dragon Temple was always included.
Although its ranking has fluctuated, it was never removed.
Many forces associated with Azure Dragon Temple began to sever ties.
But amidst the turmoil, Azure Dragon Temple remained calm.
Besides the enormous Mountain Sealing Order below the mountain, everything seemed unchanged.
But a closer look would reveal solemn expressions on the faces of elders and disciples, some showing anger and sadness.
Confronted with other sects’ opportunistic actions, they had no better options besides anger and sadness.
Because Zhao Ya stated, once the mountain is sealed, unless exceptional circumstances arise, no one is allowed entry or exit.
While the Azure Dragon Temple was enveloped in a low mood, Zhao Ya remained unaffected.
He was in the hall, practicing martial arts.
Cross-legged, his True Power rapidly coursing through his meridians.
Where it passed, the Azure Dragon True Power crashed through each acupoint along the way.
Suddenly.
Zhao Ya’s body shuddered slightly, then felt like a passage was opening at the back of his head; his whole being chilled.
Fengchi Acupoint!
A crucial acupoint of the Foot Shaoyang Gallbladder Meridian was successfully breached.
The Foot Shaoyang Gallbladder Meridian is the second most significant meridian after the Foot Taiyang Bladder Meridian in the human body.
It contains a total of forty-four acupoints.
The Fengchi Acupoint lies below the back of the head, adjoining the neck, making it extraordinarily crucial, thus challenging to break through.
Zhao Ya spent several days to pierce through it.
The surging Azure Dragon True Power didn’t lose momentum after breaking Fengchi Acupoint, continuing toward the Jianjing Acupoint.
The Star-devouring True Power followed in succession, firmly securing the Fengchi Acupoint, rapidly beginning its refinement.
Both powers coordinated seamlessly, almost as though they were born as one.