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Chapter 537: Meeting Qiu Xiyu Again
Chapter 537: Meeting Qiu Xiyu Again
December 31, 2024
The discussion among the young people was far more lively than the conversations of the higher-ups at Wuluan Mansion.
Che Yanchang's words were essentially what he had in mind.
Su Chen's mastery of the Jade Essence Pill technique was truly beyond his expectations.
Even when he heard the related news, he found it hard to believe.
"In my opinion, for him to achieve such martial arts prowess at this age, he must have spent most of his time on martial arts cultivation.
The time devoted to alchemy would not be that abundant.
The news mentioned that his technique is proficient, and his foundation in pill refining is profound.
To be honest, I feel there's something strange about it."
Che Yanchang expressed his thoughts.
Many of the Wuluan Mansion disciples present felt a little relieved upon hearing this.
It was already unsettling that a martial artist from a small region had martial arts prowess comparable to theirs.
But for him to also possess the technique of refining the Jade Essence Pill was something they found hard to accept and made them feel very uncomfortable.
Seeing the expressions of their junior brothers and sisters, Che Yanchang waved his hand.
"Don't get too excited yet.
Even if he can present those pills in public, even if he doesn't have the skill himself, there must be someone backing him.
He does have some good fortune.
We, as the younger generation of Wuluan Mansion, should also reflect upon ourselves during this time.
Perhaps we have been too arrogant and conceited.
Because of this arrogance and conceit, we've missed countless opportunities and good fortunes."
Today, Che Yanchang was acting like a second senior brother, offering guidance to his juniors.
Many of the disciples around him nodded in agreement.
"Senior Brother is right. If someone like him can seize such a great opportunity, we should also have a chance."
Many of them were inspired and spoke with determination.
As they talked, someone mentioned Jun Han.
"Regarding Senior Brother Jun, the Mansion is going to restore his previous rating.
It's said that the resources withheld from him earlier will be returned."
As the eldest senior brother of Wuluan Mansion, Jun Han had suffered what was probably the most severe betrayal recently.
Many of the younger generation at Wuluan Mansion believed that he would never have the chance to rise again.
But who could have imagined that while proving himself, Su Chen also helped prove Jun Han's worth.
Upon hearing his junior brothers and sisters mention Jun Han, Che Yanchang fell silent for a moment.
Today, he no longer had the intention to compete with Jun Han.
After losing to Liu Siyun and then seeing Liu Siyun lose to Su Chen, Che Yanchang no longer felt the need to vie with Jun Han.
His goal was to become a top-tier martial artist in Jin State, not to gain benefits and status within the limited confines of Wuluan Mansion.
"It's a good thing that Senior Brother Jun can be restored.
He wasn't that bad to begin with."
Che Yanchang's words about Jun Han were simple and devoid of the previous sarcasm.
In the subsequent discussion, the focus shifted to the safety concerns of the disciples themselves.
The more Su Chen displayed his capabilities, the greater the threat they felt.
These disciples of Wuluan Mansion dared not venture outside the Mansion's territory.
Che Yanchang didn't offer any solutions to their worries; he merely stated that the elders of the Mansion would find a way to resolve the issue.
All these young disciples could do now was wait and see how the elders would handle the situation.
At this moment, Su Chen had already left Summer Region City and returned to the small town where he had collected the letter.
After staying in the town for less than two days, a messenger from Zhu Ming Gong arrived with a large amount of recently gathered information.
This time, the news was exceptionally abundant, covering various aspects and rich in details.
Compared to the previous batch of information, it was more comprehensive and thorough.
Apparently, his recent performance had left a significant impression on them.
The level of information sent to him seemed to have been upgraded.
Su Chen waited in the town, and around the same time, Duan Qinglang and his group should have arrived.
During this waiting period, Qiu Xiyu's reply arrived.
Previously, he had sent her a letter expressing his willingness to visit the Qiu family.
Now, she had responded.
In the letter, Qiu Xiyu asked Su Chen to meet her in Pebble City, as she had already left the Qiu family and was now in Pebble City.
After Su Chen arrived, they would return to the Qiu family together.
After reading the letter, Su Chen thought for a moment and felt that this travel arrangement was acceptable.
After waiting for about seven days, Duan Qinglang and his party finally arrived.
He had brought six people with him, presumably his chosen elite team.
Su Chen left Duan Qinglang with a substantial amount of startup funds.
For them, this money was enough to sustain their livelihood for decades.
But Duan Qing was well aware that much of the funds Su Chen gave them were meant for them to establish connections.
The importance of building an intelligence network was self-evident.
When Duan Qing saw this money, he was deeply touched beyond words.
Although Su Chen didn't say much, the fact that he directly gave them such a large sum of funds could only mean that his trust in them was profound.
In his heart, he also felt a surge of ambition, determined to make this endeavor a success.
The Jin State was vast.
In comparison, the Zhou State seemed minuscule before the grand Jin State.
Su Chen's arrangement for Duan Qing and the others was primarily in the central region, then leaning towards the western side.
Many significant events in Jin State would take place near Summer Region City.
This was also where the Heavenly Alchemy Expo was held.
Here, being the central region of Jin State, meant that no power would have to travel too far.
Establishing their initial foothold here would make collecting important information much easier.
Although information in the central region wasn't as valuable, there were still quite a few people coming and going.
For many small sects and minor powers, there was still a demand, and it wasn't a small one.
These small sects needed a summary of the information.
With one piece of news from the east and another from the west, they couldn't obtain too much valuable information, and there were often large-scale omissions.
As long as the information collection was done well, there was still a huge market in Jin State.
If the selling price exceeded the expenses, then this endeavor could enter a positive cycle and gradually expand.
In Jin State, the information trade was a blue ocean with minimal competition.
The major sects' information channels primarily served themselves.
The small sects lacked the ability to establish a network of channels.
Perhaps among them, there were also major powers restricting this.
By controlling the information channels, they could also limit the rise of many small sects and minor powers.
Su Chen gave Duan Qing a simple briefing.
It was a reminder for him.
In Jin State, there were some things to pay attention to and some matters that were more taboo.
At the same time, he was also allowed to freely take action.
Failure wasn't scary; the scary part was failing without even trying.
He handed them a map and then confirmed the location for future communications.
Where to send letters, and such.
Su Chen had already found the location for them to receive letters.
When he went to Summer Region City to observe the Heavenly Alchemy Expo, Su Chen bought a small courtyard.
Future letter exchanges would use this location first.
If a change of location was needed, they would notify each other.
Regarding Su Chen's reminder and care, Duan Qing nodded repeatedly.
These matters seemed small, but for them to resolve them, they still needed to spend some time.
After everything was discussed, Su Chen once again headed for Pebble City.
He prepared to visit Qiu Xiyun and pay a visit to the Qiu family.
He didn't know if Qiu Ruofang's secluded cultivation had ended, but he could ask Qiu Xiyun along the way.
Although Su Chen knew where she was in secluded cultivation, he didn't want to disturb her directly.
At her level of strength and realm, she needed to quietly cultivate.
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Disturbing her rashly might ruin a bit of her spiritual insight, and it might take several years to recover.
He would ask Qiu Xiyun; as a member of the Qiu family, she should know some details.
After preparing, Su Chen set off for Pebble City.
After the time for the Array Master assessment had passed, Pebble City would definitely be less bustling.
On regular days, there were fewer people staying in Pebble City.
Array Masters' training usually took place in the border regions.
The purpose of setting up arrays was, in most cases, to resolve issues.
Apart from resting and studying in Pebble City, most of the time was spent elsewhere.
Qiu Xiyun was already an Eighth Rank Array Master.
She could also stay in Pebble City and study with other Array Masters on regular days.
She had just passed the Eighth Rank Array Master assessment, so she should be studying in Pebble City.
Su Chen walked all the way to Pebble City.
He put on the attire he wore for the Array Master assessment and entered the city.
The guards at the entrance of the Array Alliance's mansion saw the robe of a Sixth Rank Array Master on Su Chen and showed no obstruction, instead, they respectfully bowed.
Su Chen entered very easily.
The people around saw this young man wearing the robe of a Sixth Rank Array Master and couldn't help but take a few more glances.
To be able to wear this robe at such a young age was more eye-catching than many core disciples of various sects.
This is the headquarters of the Array Alliance.
The entire estate is vast, and the area dedicated to the training and research of young Array Masters is even more extensive.
One could say that the entire Pebble City was built with a special purpose for the Array Alliance.
As you venture deeper into the estate, you'll find various simulated areas.
Mountains, hills, and deserts.
All kinds of terrains have been recreated in this rear garden.
These simulations are likely meant for young disciples to practice their skills.
This year's Array Master assessment encountered some unexpected issues.
Quite a few young Array Masters were granted special permission to stay here and cultivate for a year.
They will directly participate in the Array Master assessment next year.
It is also because of this reason that Su Chen noticed many young people in the estate.
Normally, there wouldn't be so many young people immersing themselves in cultivation at the Array Alliance's headquarters.
Su Chen took a quick tour, walking at a leisurely pace.
But even so, it took him nearly half a day, which truly speaks to the size of the Array Alliance's estate.
Along the way, he witnessed many people practicing.
Most of them were young disciples who had failed to pass the Eighth Rank Array Master assessment, which was not surprising.
In these simulated terrains, the variables are already minimal.
Yet, the arrays they set up were fundamentally unable to function.
During his tour, Su Chen didn't spot Qiu Xiyu.
Not wanting to search on his own, Su Chen approached a servant and inquired about Qiu Xiyu's whereabouts.
Upon seeing Su Chen's robe, the servants immediately bowed respectfully.
They then invited Su Chen to rest while they searched for Qiu Xiyu.
Once they found her, they would bring her to Su Chen.
Donning the Sixth Rank Array Master's robe within the Array Alliance's estate, Su Chen instantly gained some privileges.
Indeed, this ranking system within the Array Alliance comes with its fair share of benefits.
After waiting for about an hour, two servants escorted Qiu Xiyu to Su Chen.
Seeing Su Chen waiting in the garden, Qiu Xiyu's face lit up with suppressed joy.
She couldn't help but want to run, but noticing the servant leading the way, she restrained herself.
Her expression was rather adorable.
"Su Chen, you received my reply!" Qiu Xiyu exclaimed, her tone becoming more familiar.
Her voice seemed brighter, too.
Su Chen smiled and nodded.
"After reading your letter, I came straight here."
Qiu Xiyu seemed even more delighted, thinking that Su Chen's urgency was because of her.
In truth, Su Chen's concern was for her younger cousin, Qiu Ruofang.
"Su Chen, you must be hungry. Let's go and try the food here. The chef at the Array Alliance is quite skilled."
Qiu Xiyu spoke with a lively tone, a tone she reserved only for Su Chen.
Su Chen sensed Qiu Xiyu's friendliness but didn't read too much into it.
After all, he had saved her life and provided her with guidance.
He attributed their closeness to their good relationship.
When mentioning Qiu Ruofang, Su Chen expressed his approval and admiration.
He believed his fondness for Qiu Ruofang was evident.
Indeed, Su Chen's admiration was quite apparent.
However, Qiu Xiyu didn't interpret it romantically.
In the entire Jin State, there must be countless people who admire her cousin, right?
It was only natural for Su Chen to admire Qiu Ruofang, and Qiu Xiyu herself held her cousin in high regard.
Moreover, the age difference between them was significant.
Qiu Xiyu addressed Su Chen as her senior brother, and in her eyes, Qiu Ruofang was a generation older.
There was a vast difference in their perceptions of certain matters.
Su Chen readily agreed to join Qiu Xiyu for a meal.
With such high praise for the food at the Array Alliance, he was curious to try it.
As they walked, Qiu Xiyu introduced the surroundings, knowing that Su Chen hadn't spent much time at the headquarters.
She shared her experiences from the past while pointing out various locations.
People are like this; when they have a fondness for someone, they want to share everything—the delicious food they've tasted, the beautiful sights they've seen, and the unique experiences they've had.
Su Chen patiently listened, occasionally interjecting with a few words.
(End of Chapter)
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