Chaos Spirit Field

Zhao Shanhe looked bewildered, his heart filled with doubt and puzzlement. "The hatred is finally established! He really can't understand why his cheap father-in-law would do this. Now that things have developed to this point, he can only take it one step at a time."

The inner sect disciple examination had finally concluded, and Zhao Shanhe had successfully entered the inner sect and received the special treatment of a personal disciple. However, at this moment, he did not feel happy about it. Instead, he felt as if he had fallen into a carefully designed trap.

It's fair to say that direct disciples enjoyed far superior treatment to inner disciples. Their living conditions alone were immediately evident—their residences were not only situated on spiritual veins but also contained their own dedicated spiritual gathering formations. Furthermore, each disciple possessed two acres of prime spiritual farmland, the entire output of which belonged to them. Furthermore, they enjoyed a dazzling array of benefits: ten Qi Refining Pills per month and no responsibilities. Such generous conditions made Zhao Shanhe realize that the current conflict was becoming increasingly difficult to resolve.

Although Ouyang Bufan had lost the privilege of being a direct disciple, it didn't actually affect him much. After all, Tantai Yulong's cave residence was over ten times more powerful than the residences of direct disciples! As for the mere ten Qi Refining Pills, they were nothing to him as the Deputy Head of the Alchemy Hall. What really troubled him was the monthly disciple tasks he had to complete and the loss of face he would lose.

Tantai Yulong said, "Disciple, what do you think?"

Ouyang Bufan said unwillingly: "Master, if it weren't for Zhao Shanhe's sneak attack, I wouldn't have lost to him."

"Making excuses after a loss is a coward's act. Once you enter the Immortal Realm, you will no longer have any connection to the mortal world. You must remember this. Zhao Shanhe's combat power surpasses yours. It's best not to provoke him before you establish your foundation."

"Master, if I'm prepared, I won't lose to him."

"Although Zhao Shanhe's cultivation level isn't as high as yours, his combat power far surpasses yours. That strike of his already captured the rudiments of sword intent. Don't be unconvinced. If he didn't have five elemental spiritual roots, his cultivation level might be higher than yours. The world of immortal cultivation values strength, not scheming. Ouyang Shaogong has already reached the seventh level of Qi Refining. He's your match."

"Master, I know I was wrong."

Zhao Shanhe had moved into a new house, and naturally, many people came to congratulate him. Tan Tai Ming Zhu came with two sheep to congratulate him, and they were followed by Tan Tai Ming Yue, Zhao Shan Hu, Zhang Meili, Luo Tian Shuang, and Ouyang Shao Gong.

Tan Tai Ming Zhu said with a smile on his face, "Brother-in-law, everyone else came here empty-handed, but look at me, I'm so kind. These two Fiery Sheep are so fat."

Zhao Shanhe quickly said, "Brother Mingzhu, you are so kind. Thank you so much for this generous gift. I will take good care of these two Fiery Sheep."

Tan Tai Ming Zhu was anxious when he heard this. He had made a promise in front of Zhang Meili, so he quickly said, "Brother-in-law, moving into a new house is a big happy event. Shouldn't we celebrate it properly?"

Zhao Shanhu interrupted, "Brother Zhu, you want to eat roasted lamb, but you still have to find an excuse. Second brother, I want to eat roasted whole lamb!"

Zhao Shanhe rubbed his sister's head and said, "You little greedy cat, I'll grill it for you right away. Brother Mingzhu, why don't you introduce me to the person standing next to you?"

Tan Tai Ming Zhu said shyly, "Brother-in-law, she is my good friend Zhang Meili."

"I see. I thought she was Brother Mingzhu's confidante."

At this time, Zhang Meili took the initiative to speak: "I like strong men. Zhao Shanhe, although you are good, it's a pity that you are too thin."

Zhao Shanhe saw Zhang Meili turn her gaze towards Ouyang Shaogong after she finished speaking, and he couldn't help but sigh inwardly, "What a fateful relationship! Poor Tan Tai Mingzhu! Let's observe two minutes of silence for him." Then, he instructed Shan Hu, who was standing nearby, "Shan Hu, help take care of the guests. I'll go prepare the roasted lamb."

When the banquet began, Xiao Mei'er and Tan Tai Fengdu appeared together. Zhao Shanhe hurried forward, bowing respectfully to them. He said, "Inner disciple Zhao Shanhe greets the Law Enforcement Elder. Godmother, I've recently developed a few new dishes. I'd appreciate your suggestions."

Xiao Meir reached out and grabbed Zhao Shanhe's ear, scolding him, "Zhao Shanhe, you knew I was going to pull your ear, but you didn't even bend down. What's the point of being so tall? You don't even know your godfather is doing this for your own good, and you still dare to be so rude. What an ungrateful person!"

Zhao Shanhe said pitifully, "Godmother, it hurts. If you pull it again, it will fall off. It will be so ugly to have an ear missing. I know I was wrong."

Xiao Meir let go of Zhao Shanhe's ear and said, "It's better to be a little uglier, so as not to attract bees and butterflies. I'll try your new dish. If it doesn't taste good, I'll pull your ear."

Zhao Shanhe came to Tantai Fengdu and said, "Godfather, I was wrong."

Tan Taifeng said angrily, "I am the law enforcement elder, how come I am also the godfather? Conspiracies are nothing in the face of strength."

"I'm grateful for your guidance, godfather. Please take a seat."

"Just be less angry with me in the future. Don't forget who you are."

Zhao Shanhe now understood that Tan Tai Fengdu was actually doing this for his own good. Since he had already offended him, why was he afraid of offending him even more? Gaining benefits was the most important thing.

After the banquet, Tan Tai Feng Du said, "Shan He, your spiritual food is good, but it's a pity that you don't have any good wine. My father has a lot of good things."

"Godfather, I understand. When I make good wine, I will definitely invite you to taste it."

"I am waiting."

Zhao Shanhe finally understood the importance of judging others by one's own standards. This cheap father-in-law was truly kind to him, yet he even schemed against his own father. The head of the sect had good things in his hands and gave him two secret manuals, both of which could be used for planting.

When Ouyang Shaogong returned from the banquet, Tantai Yulin asked, "Disciple, how is Zhao Shanhe?"

"Master, I'm a little unsure. Zhao Shanhe is a natural talent. Please try the spiritual food he made."

Tantai Yulin took the roasted lamb that Ouyang Shaogong brought back. He took a bite, pondered for a moment, and said, "This boy's spiritual cooking skills are comparable to those of the disciples of the Zhenxiu Sect. He is truly a genius."

"Master, Zhao Shanhe has already been recognized by Tan Tai Feng Du and his wife. There is no possibility for Tan Tai Ming Yue and me."

"Disciple, Tan Tai Feng would recognize a five-element spiritual root. You read it right, didn't you?"

"Master, Zhao Shanhe has a unique affinity. I can't help but want to be friends with him."

"Disciple, if you want to be friends with him, I have no objection."

"Master, everything is illusory. Strength is the only thing that matters. I will go and practice."

Tan Tai Yulin didn't expect that he would be taught a lesson by his apprentice. He didn't feel dissatisfied in his heart. Perhaps he should work harder. Zhao Shanhe was now standing on the opposite side of Tan Tai Yulong and was no longer a big threat. He just couldn't understand why the head of the sect would agree to let his granddaughter marry a man with five elements spiritual roots.