The Master of Beasts-Chapter 546 - 130:

"Hahaha, is that so? Looks like I was too anxious." Chen Jiuge chuckled.

The Dao Heart examination is truly boring; the content for these Outer Sect disciples is not visible to Chen Jiuge and others. Only the Elder responsible for the exam has the privileges, so it’s like coming here for nothing.

...

A month later

Chen Jiuge and Shuibing came again; but this time, they were riding a Fire Dragon.

The several hundred-zhang-long Fire Dragon spiraled in the air, instantly attracting numerous gazes, making Chen Jiuge feel slightly uneasy.

Gently patting the dragon’s head, Chen Jiuge complained a bit: "This is too high-profile."

Ao Yi was a bit embarrassed and said: "Master, it’s been a while since I’ve gone out with you."

The Fire Dragon wasn’t anyone else but Ao Yi. Liu Tai had said he would retrieve his Spiritual Beast. As a Daluo, he naturally wouldn’t break his promise; except for a few special cases, all the remaining Spiritual Beasts have been recovered and are now in Zone Three Garden.

"Sir, now that you are the Great Steward, riding a True Immortal Realm Fire Dragon isn’t really high-profile." Shuibing reminded.

"Is that so?"

"Is it Senior Brother Chen?" the long unseen Qiu Ruo flew over from a distance and asked from about ten zhang away.

After being guided by Chen Jiuge to mutate and training in the Chaos World for years, Ao Yi had now achieved True Immortal Thirty-Two Layer Heaven cultivation. The dragon’s body occasionally spewed fire, posing great danger to Qiu Ruo.

"Hahaha, Junior Sister Qiu, come up and join us!" Chen Jiuge invited.

Getting confirmation from Chen Jiuge, Qiu Ruo didn’t hesitate and quickly moved forward.

"I heard Senior Brother Chen has become the Great Steward of the Spiritual Beast Garden?"

"Yes, I’m there all the time nurturing Spiritual Beasts. It was tough getting out today to see some fun. By the way, where’s Senior Brother Tian Yue and the others?" Chen Jiuge glanced around but didn’t see anyone familiar.

Qiu Ruo smiled wryly: "It’s all because of the recent Law Enforcer investigation operations. Senior Brothers were entangled somehow, many were sent to the City of Exploration to atone."

"Really, I’m not very familiar with this matter either." Chen Jiuge smiled awkwardly, as his Five Elements Elves seemed to be a trigger.

"Let’s not talk about this, Senior Brother look, that person’s strength is impressive!" Qiu Ruo changed the topic.

Looking down, Chen Jiuge was astonished: "Elder Lan? Is it his disciple on the platform?"

At this moment, Lan Zetian wasn’t watching from the air but standing at the edge of the platform, with expressions of tension and expectation on his face?

"Certainly the top Outer Sect disciple from Elder Lan’s area. If you can take my move, I’ll concede!" the young man opposite Wen Mo panted slightly.

"Let me see how much you can do." Wen Mo, looking elegant, even put one hand behind his back.

Seeing Wen Mo’s demeanor, the young man opposite showed some anger, clasped his hands and a large amount of mana surged out, his figure continued to rise, manifesting in a several dozen-meter-tall Rock Giant.

"A Pure Yang True Monarch Realm having such abundant mana, it seems this Earth Lineage little fellow has extraordinary talents!" Shuibing said in surprise.

"What’s the use of high talents." Qiu Ruo shook her head slightly, becoming an Inner Sect disciple is not solely dependent on high talents; this Earth Lineage youngster’s aptitude might be higher than most ordinary Inner Sect disciples, but still he must undergo a brutal examination to vie for a spot, right?

Moreover, this Earth Lineage youngster probably has Alien Race bloodline.

The several dozen meters tall Rock Giant conjured hundreds of rock arms, swiftly striking at Wen Mo.

"Boom boom boom"

This impressive might, from the view of the Outer Sect disciples watching below, was already very strong, they even exclaimed in disbelief.

"Such a pity." Standing on Ao Yi’s back, Chen Jiuge sighed.

"Indeed, a pity. That Water Vein disciple’s Water Element Protective Body Technique has been practiced to completion, whereas the Earth Lineage disciple’s move seems innate, though used skillfully, it still feels rough." Shuibing shook his head.

"This is the Stone Clan, their bloodline inheritance has severed, this should be Stone Man’s Heavenly Might, but within the sect, there’s a cultivation method for this Divine Skill, only Inner Sect disciples can exchange for it." Qiu Ruo explained.

"That is truly a pity!"

While the three conversed, the battle on the platform concluded, with the blue large hand formed by Water Spiritual Power tightly wrapping the Earth Lineage disciple, making him confess defeat with no alternative.

Wen Mo, having won the match, immediately went to Lan Zetian’s side to salute. Witnessing this, Chen Jiuge was somewhat surprised: "Is this Elder Lan’s disciple?"

"Come on, let’s go down and have a look."

...

"Do not be impatient; this is only the beginning. First, focus on restoring your mana," Lan Zetian advised.

Wen Mo replied with a smile, though his heart felt cold. Since Ning Shuang was exiled to the City of Exploration, his master’s attitude towards him subtly changed. Although on the surface it seemed as gentle as ever, the feeling Wen Mo got was entirely different.

"Elder Lan, is this your disciple?" Chen Jiuge greeted first.

"Hahaha, Steward Chen? I didn’t expect you to join in the fun! Indeed, he is my inadequate student." Lan Zetian laughed loudly towards Chen Jiuge and the other two, yet did not introduce Wen Mo in detail.

"Esteemed Stewards, this Senior Sister and I are Wen Mo." Wen Mo promptly seized the opportunity to introduce himself.

A trace of disdain flashed across Lan Zetian’s face, but he said nothing more, only chuckling.

Chen Jiuge did not notice this and praised, "Not yet immortal, but already capable of controlling Water Element Spiritual Energy like this. Truly worthy of being Elder Lan’s excellent disciple."

"You overpraise," Lan Zetian smiled slightly, then turned to Wen Mo, "Aren’t you going to rest and prepare for the next match?"

Wen Mo felt a bit reluctant but respectfully said, "Yes, Master."

"Well, since he is Elder Lan’s disciple, I should offer a small token." Chen Jiuge casually took out a Spiritual Beast Bag.

It didn’t contain an expensive Spiritual Beast, just a Water Sword Demon at the True Immortal Third Layer Heaven, one of the spiritual beasts Chen Jiuge was currently studying.

"You’re too kind." Lan Zetian did not refuse.

After checking the spiritual beast in the bag, Wen Mo couldn’t help but smile, thanking repeatedly.

Seeing Wen Mo seemed a bit reluctant to leave, Lan Zetian diverted the topic, "Steward Chen, I heard you’ve been researching Immortal Sword Spiritual Beasts lately?"

"Ah, Immortal Sword Spiritual Beast is merely a beast that looks like an Immortal Sword. I don’t have the skill to infuse spirit into inanimate objects," Chen Jiuge waved his hand dismissively.

"I’m quite interested, how about we chat?" Lan Zetian enthusiastically pulled Chen Jiuge along.

"Sure, let me tell you....."

Watching his master and Chen Jiuge leave on the Fire Dragon, the smile on Wen Mo’s face vanished.

Clutching the Spiritual Beast Bag tightly, the beast that seemed delightful moments ago now seemed less appealing, and even twistedly thought, "To give me such a worthless item, isn’t Master too cautious with me?"

"Someday....."

...

As they were about to leave the Outer Sect area, Qiu Ruo bade farewell first. Originally, attending the Outer Sect tournament was meant to be a distraction, but with her friends absent, it lost its charm. Seeing that Chen Jiuge was about to discuss matters with Lan Zetian, she didn’t linger.

The Fire Dragon swiftly traversed the distance, arriving at the Transmission Array in no time. With a flash of white light, they reached Zone Three Garden.

"Elder Lan, isn’t it time to discuss the matter? You were evasive when I asked on the way," Chen Jiuge said, somewhat dissatisfied.

Lan Zetian sighed softly, and Shuibing sensibly stepped aside, setting up a Soundproofing Array.

"What’s wrong?" Chen Jiuge sensed something amiss.

"Steward Chen, I’m afraid there’s something I need your help with this time," Lan Zetian sighed.

"Elder Lan, speak. After all, we’re friends," Chen Jiuge said generously.

When Lan Zetian previously cultivated the Mercury Seal, he directly supported him, even offering his own resource allocation. Though influenced by the Water Element Elf, it was still far better than the other four halls.

Since then, the two often met, their personalities and hobbies not differing much, making Lan Zetian one of Chen Jiuge’s few friends in the Five Elements Sect.

"Steward Chen, you’ll soon be going to the City of Exploration, won’t you?"

"Indeed I am, Elder Lan, do you have an acquaintance there?" Chen Jiuge asked, sensing trouble.

It’s known that aside from those designated to be stationed as Inner Sect disciples in the City of Exploration, most Five Elements Sect members there are those who have erred.

After Lan Zetian offered a treasure and a token of goodwill, Chen Jiuge accepted the troublesome task.

"Ning Shuang, at City Twenty-One of Exploration?"

Chen Jiuge silently observed the woman’s face before him.