I am just a mortal, why do you all worship me as a saint?

Chapter 56: The Supreme Elder

Seeing the change in Zhu Ling's gaze, Wu Rong secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

Very good, at least this seventh-grade pill can temporarily temper the arrogance of this sect leader who has a bad temper.

Zhu Ling took a deep breath, barely suppressing the turmoil in her heart, and said with a stern face, "Fine, Wu Rong, I'll let your grandson off this time. I hope this won't happen again next time! Humph!"

"However, this pill..."

His gaze remained fixed on the jade bottle in Wu Rong's hand, on the fragrance of the elixir, and on the luster and patterns of the pill...

Damn, I really want one.

Seeing the green light in Zhu Ling's eyes, Wu Rong knew perfectly well that the sect leader had his eye on the seventh-grade pill in his hand.

However, he didn't want to give it.

"Sect Master, there is one more matter that requires your decision..."

Wu Rong spoke up in time, causing the greed in Zhu Ling's eyes to dissipate somewhat. He cleared his throat and said with great authority, "Is there anything else?"

"That senior's disciple wants to explore the 'Thousand Swords Hunting Grounds'."

Zhu Ling's expression instantly turned serious.

The Thousand Swords Hunting Grounds? That's the most precious training ground of the Nianling Sect. Ever since the Nianling Sect designated the Thousand Swords Hunting Grounds as their own territory, no outsider has ever been allowed to enter. Even disciples with slightly weaker talents from their own sect are not allowed to enter, let alone disciples from other sects.

Zhu Ling's face gradually tightened, her tone tinged with regret, "Alas, this request is not easy to make. Although my Nianling Sect cannot afford to offend such an existence, it is difficult to grant outsiders access to the most secret places of our sect..."

Wu Rong smiled mysteriously and said in a low voice, "That senior is willing to pay a price to allow his disciple to enter."

"Moreover, he wants you to come in person so that he can discuss it with you."

"...It's not impossible!"

Zhu Ling's face immediately lit up with joy.

The thought that the senior could casually give away even seventh-grade pills as candy makes one wonder how much he would be willing to pay to let his disciple enter the Thousand Swords Hunting Ground.

Grade 8 elixir? Heavenly-grade magic treasure?

Thinking of this, Zhu Ling's heart suddenly skipped a beat!

His breathing quickened slightly, but he still tried to remain calm and said, "However, I still need to discuss this with the First Elder and the Second Elder... Wu Rong, don't tell anyone about this yet!"

After saying that, he turned to leave. Wu Rong quickly stopped him.

"metropolitan……"

His expression was very solemn. "Sect Master, that senior lives in seclusion in the city. He deliberately sent you there this time, so he must not intend to make a fuss. As you know, the temperaments of these reclusive masters are somewhat... strange."

"It's best not to let a third person know about this. Otherwise, if the news leaks out and something goes wrong, our sect will be in grave danger..."

Regardless of why Mr. Gu opened a clinic in Yunling City and treated mortals, since he wants to do so, it's best to let him continue doing so without any interference from others. Otherwise, if his peace and quiet are disturbed, the consequences will be unimaginable.

Upon hearing this, Zhu Ling's expression immediately turned serious.

As the head of a sect, how could he not understand the meaning behind Wu Rong's words?

He immediately replied, "I know what to do, Third Elder, please don't worry."

After saying this, he turned and left.

Watching his departing figure, Wu Rong finally breathed a sigh of relief.

"Ugh, this is so uncomfortable, I almost suffocated!"

Wu Rong wiped the sweat from his forehead and couldn't help but sigh.

The aura emanating from Zhu Ling was actually pressing down on Wu Rong the whole time. After all, he came here to demand an explanation, and if he didn't project a strong aura, wouldn't he be lacking in the dignity of a sect leader?

But he ultimately managed to save his grandson's life.

This is a matter of clan rules and regulations, and it's not a trivial matter.

"However, we really owe a debt to Mr. Gu this time. If it weren't for his kindness, this matter would have been much more troublesome..." Wu Rong shook his head and turned to go to the sect's medical clinic to check on his spendthrift grandson, who was seriously injured.

On the other hand, after Zhu Ling left in a hurry, she did not immediately go to Yunling City to find that reclusive master.

Instead, they went all the way to the main hall of the Nianling Sect, and then went down into the deep palace at the bottom of the hall, finally arriving at the deepest secret chamber.

He opened the stone door.

Inside the secret chamber, a handsome young man dressed in white sat cross-legged on a futon, his eyes slightly closed, seemingly in a meditative state.

Upon hearing the sound, the person slowly opened their eyes and revealed a faint smile.

"Grand Elder, Sect Master Zhu Ling pays his respects."

Zhu Ling bowed slowly to the young man, her attitude extremely respectful.

The young man raised his hand and said, "What do you need to see me about?"

"The thing is like this..."

Zhu Ling recounted everything that had happened to Wu in detail.

The more Zhu Ling listened, the more his gaze sharpened. After Zhu Ling finished speaking, he snorted coldly, "Hmph, that Wu Rong's grandson is truly a menace. He got lucky this time, but if he doesn't learn his lesson, it's better to kill him as soon as possible."

Zhu Ling said bitterly, "You're right."

"Wu Rong handled this matter quite prudently. This matter should not be taken lightly. If handled properly, it could be a great opportunity for our Nianling Sect!"

The Supreme Elder narrowed his eyes, pondered for a moment, and then said, "You should do this, but don't rush to see that Mr. Gu. Otherwise, it will make our Nianling Sect seem narrow-minded and petty. We need to let him know that we also need to think carefully before allowing his disciples to enter the Thousand Swords Hunting Grounds!"

"Wait three or four days before you go!"

Upon hearing this, Zhu Ling immediately understood and bowed, saying, "Thank you for your guidance, Elder. I understand now."

Although Wu Rong told him that the existence of a reclusive master in Yunling City must never be known to anyone else, such a major matter must not be kept from the strongest person in Nianling Sect, namely this half-step Tribulation Transcending Elder!

If we keep it a secret, the consequences will be absolutely unimaginable!

He had seen this Supreme Elder get angry before.

The Supreme Elder of the Nianling Sect has been alive all along, and has tried to break through to the Tribulation Transcending stage more than once, but has always failed.

In fact, it was impossible for three cultivators at the Integration stage to maintain the leading position of Nianling Sect within this area of ​​thousands of miles. The Supreme Elder was the main force that made the final decision!

"Actually, this is what I wanted to tell you too."

The Supreme Elder's expression turned extremely serious. He slowly sat up straight and said, "I am preparing to attempt to break through to the Tribulation Stage again soon. Originally, I thought there was little chance of success, but now, there is an opportunity!"

"Since that senior could so casually give away seventh-grade pills to Wu Rong..."

"Using an eighth-grade pill to exchange for his disciple's entry into the Thousand Swords Hunting Ground is absolutely no problem!"

"Since it's inconvenient for me to get involved, I'll have to rely on you to handle this matter."

In the end, the Supreme Elder's eyes were filled with intense sword intent, as if he could pierce through Zhu Ling with just a glance.

"If this matter is not accomplished, not only will your Nianling Sect decline, but the entire sect will also perish."

He sighed, as if a heavy burden was pressing down on him.

Zhu Ling was puzzled, but before he could ask why, the Supreme Elder looked at the stone wall and sighed, "The sect leader of the Desolate Blade Sect advanced to the Tribulation Transcending stage just yesterday!"