My Master Knows It All-Chapter 172 - 124 The Four Treasures Peak of the Hidden Dragon Observatory, The Hidden Dragon Observatory of the Four Treasures Peak_1

Chapter 172: Chapter 124 The Four Treasures Peak of the Hidden Dragon Observatory, The Hidden Dragon Observatory of the Four Treasures Peak_1

The Immortal Soldier Workshop had suffered the onslaught of an Array Tribulation, the entire ground looking as though it had been plowed over several times, with countless mounds of earth turned up.

A gust of wind blew by, and the dust instantly swirled into the air.

Through the rising dust, Lv Chaoqiong gazed at Cao Zhen in front of her, but felt as though she could not see him clearly. Which among those Alchemy Masters, Array Masters, did not hold their own pride? freeweɓnøvel~com

Cao Zhen, why did he not have any awareness of being a master? He was even brazenly demanding benefits! Was this something a master should do?

Yet she truly hoped that Cao Zhen would stay at Hidden Dragon Observatory, and thus she could only speak up, "Peak Master Cao, whatever conditions you have, you may propose them."

"Conditions? I won’t start with an offer. Why don’t you go ahead, View Master? If the price you mention is right, I might take up the position of deputy view master. If not, we can continue to negotiate." Cao Zhen was in no hurry; after all, it was the View Master who wished for him to stay, so naturally, he would not be the first to speak. In this kind of situation, being the first to speak meant putting oneself at a disadvantage, something only a fool would do.

View Master Lv pondered over this, what should the conditions be? To state them directly, Cao Zhen’s demands would surely be substantial. Therefore, it was necessary to talk about their emotional bond first, after all, Cao Zhen was a member of the Hundred Peaks Sect, and inviting him to be the view master was for the betterment of the Hundred Peaks Sect.

Talking to him would remind him that his master would surely wish to see the Hundred Peaks Sect prosper, and would be pleased to see him become the master of Hidden Dragon Observatory.

Therefore, she could offer a slightly better price, but it also could not be too generous.

Lv Chaoqiong quickly formed a plan, and just as she was about to speak, Cao Zhen’s voice preempted her.

"View Master Lv, I believe that when it comes to making an offer, it can be done twice. The first offer marks sincerity, the second, the business deal. I’m not very good at doing business. What I care about is sincerity," he said, while putting on an honest demeanor. Although he did not know exactly what Lv Chaoqiong was thinking, he could be sure that she did not want to give him a high price, so it was crucial to block any further words she might have in mind.

Lv Chaoqiong was speechless. You say you’re not good at business? With what you just said, this is the shrewdest business.

Cao Zhen, seeing Lv Chaoqiong’s troubled expression, saluted the others and said, "Gentlemen, I have not yet visited my disciples after arriving at the Hidden Dragon Observatory, and I’m not sure about their condition. I will go to see them first. View Master, feel free to find me once you have made up your mind."

With that, he turned and walked toward the entrance of the Immortal Soldier Workshop.

Lv Chaoqiong waited until Cao Zhen was far away, then let out a light sigh and turned to Ai Yunqi, saying, "Elder Ai, I will be leaving as well."

Ai Yunqi fell silent for a moment, hesitating before finally speaking up, "View Master, please wait a moment."

"What is it?" Ai Yunqi was slightly astonished, then understanding dawned upon her as she looked around at the empty shelves and spoke, "Are you suggesting that the materials have all been used up by Peak Master Cao? Since there are no materials, the Immortal Soldier Workshop can temporarily close, halting any crafting, while the Divine Soldier Tomb remains open.

I am going to consult with the True Person who leads our sect regarding Peak Master Cao’s issue. The specific circumstances of the Immortal Soldier Workshop... Shall we discuss them once I return?"

After stepping forward, Ai Yunqi said, "View Master, it is about Peak Master Cao that I wish to discuss with you."

"Peak Master Cao?" Lv Chaoqiong showed a look of surprise: "What else is there to discuss concerning him?"

Gu Chengyu, who was about to leave, heard the exchange between the two and watched curiously.

Ai Yunqi glanced at Gu Chengyu and, after a brief moment of contemplation, chose not to exclude him from the conversation, asking Lv Chaoqiong, "View Master, have you never wondered? Four Treasures Peak is ranked last within our Hundred Peaks Sect, and many say that Four Treasures Peak and Seven Star Peak are in a league of their own, incomparably poor.

They hardly even seem like independent peaks. But we both know that Seven Star Peak actually has some foundation, whereas the Hundred Peaks Sect is truly lacking. Its dilapidated state is so severe that one could doubt whether Four Treasures Peak will ever continue its legacy or simply fade away.

But look at the recent events - since Peak Master Cao’s contest with Starshine Peak, Four Treasures Peak has been prospering.

His first four disciples have all entered our Hidden Dragon Observatory, and each one upon arrival acted as if they were looting, with each taking away a top-grade Divine Weapon.

And as for him, he has been even more outrageous. He caused the Five-Element Pill Ground to close down, and this Immortal Soldier Workshop would also have to close if it weren’t for the sustaining presence of the Divine Soldier Tomb.

All of these, all of these occurrences, don’t you find them strange?"

"I certainly have considered these issues," Lv Chaoqiong replied to Ai Yunqi. "But I have not yet figured out the reason for this. If you know something, tell me directly."

Ai Yunqi looked around to ensure no one else was present besides the three of them before slowly saying, "I have been assisting Peak Master Cao in refining his Formation Maps for nearly ten days. Over these nine days, we’ve had many discussions. Although Peak Master Cao has never explicitly said it, he has hinted to me that he hails from the Tai Chu Era and is the reincarnation of Heavenly King Qin Haoxuan."

She originally did not wish to publicize Peak Master Cao’s identity as the reincarnation of a great figure, but now, with the View Master proposing that Cao Zhen becomes the deputy view master, and possibly the future view master, she would need to consult with the sect’s True Person.