Chapter 482: Failed Date, The Hall of Souls Returns!
The entire Dan Clan was utterly shocked as they stared at Dan Chen.
Their normally cold and reserved little lady why had she suddenly changed so drastically?
Dan Chen had always been distant, barely acknowledging even those in her own clan.
Even among women, she only bothered to interact with Cao Ying and that was purely because both were considered monstrous talents.
Even her own cousin, Dan Xuan, was merely a fellow alchemist to discuss pill refinement with, nothing more.
As for anyone else?
She wouldn't spare them a single glance, let alone smile at them.
But now?
Not only was she actively approaching someone, but she was even suggesting a private discussion at night?!
This wasn't just out of character.
It was outright alarming!
Was she competing with Cao Ying in another way now?!
Was this really necessary?!
The entire room fell into stunned silence, while Dan Xuan's expression darkened.
The exam was already over, yet he was being humiliated again and this time, by his own cousin!
"Since Miss Dan Chen is also interested, why don't we all gather together?" Wu Tian suggested casually.
He truly appreciated talented individuals, and since Cao Ying had already invited him, he saw no reason to refuse Dan Chen.
At worst
He could just let Cai Lin take them both in!
(As disciples, of course… not personally.)
Dan Xuan clenched his jaw as his cousin and Wu Tian locked eyes, but he still forced a polite smile and said:
"Wu Tian, if you ever visit the inner region of Holy Pill City, do stop by the Dan Academy. I'd love to share a drink with you."
It was a clear farewell.
Wu Tian simply chatted briefly with him before parting ways.
As he watched Dan Xuan and Dan Chen leave, he let out a helpless sigh.
Tonight is going to be… interesting.
"Alright, since the exam is over, let's leave as well," he said, turning to Ye Zhong and Xinlan with a light smile.
With no objections, the group departed from the exam venue.
In just half a day, Wu Tian's name had already spread throughout Holy Pill City.
However, most people found his name strange and unfamiliar.
After all, while the title of "Yan Zun" was feared across the Dou Qi Continent, very few people actually knew his real name.
It was the same as the Four Way Pavilion's leaders outsiders only knew their titles, not their true identities.
Thus, to many people, "Wu Tian" was just some random name, an unknown genius who had suddenly risen to fame overnight.
Some even speculated that if he gained enough recognition, he might be accepted as a disciple by one of the Pill Tower Chiefs, placing him on equal footing with Cao Ying as a future successor.
As a result
The Ye Clan's residence was practically overrun with visitors.
Ye Zhong could barely handle the influx of people trying to curry favor.
Before, when the Ye Clan was in decline, no one had given them the time of day.
Now?
People were practically breaking down their doors!
The shamelessness of some individuals was beyond comprehension
Some even brought their daughters or nieces, clearly trying to offer them as concubines!
Ye Zhong nearly spat blood.
Even Xinlan wasn't qualified to be Wu Tian's official wife what made them think these random girls stood a chance?!
Truly, some people had no shame at all!
Meanwhile, Wu Tian was dealing with a far worse situation
Family discipline.
And the one disciplining him?
Cai Lin.
As the true matriarch, Cai Lin was merciless in her "punishment," making Wu Tian thoroughly surrender.
But when he mentioned accepting both Cao Ying and Dan Chen as disciples
She immediately refused to let him off easily!
Thus…
Time passed peacefully in their "harmonious" household.
Days went by, but neither Cao Ying nor Dan Chen showed up for the promised private discussion.
Wu Tian, naturally, didn't go looking for them either.
After all
If he suddenly paid them a visit, wouldn't that raise suspicion?
With the Ye Residence completely surrounded by waves of visitors, even if he wanted to leave, it would be impossible.
Only a Dou Venerate with spatial abilities could slip past unnoticed.
But if he revealed his spatial control, it would completely expose his true identity.
After all
Only Dou Venerates could manipulate space.
At the same time, Cao Ying and Dan Chen had their own reputations to uphold.
If they forced their way through the crowds, it would seem as if they were no different from the other desperate women trying to cling to Wu Tian.
That was something neither of them would ever allow.
As a result
The much anticipated "date" failed before it even began.
But that didn't mean there wouldn't be future opportunities.
With each passing day, the start of the Pill Gathering drew closer.
And as the event neared, more and more powerful figures began flooding into Holy Pill City.
These weren't just ordinary travelers
They were famous powerhouses from across the Dou Qi Continent, all eager to forge new connections.
In this world
Having a high rank alchemist as a friend was as good as having an extra life saving talisman.
After all
At higher cultivation levels, pills became the key to both rapid breakthroughs and long term growth.
Holy Pill City was now overflowing with people
Even inns were filled to capacity, forcing groups to share rooms or even rent out tiny spaces at outrageous prices.
This place had become the most densely populated region in Central Plains, and the Five Great Clans' estates were now completely surrounded.
Within the Ye Residence, a rare moment of peace prevailed.
Wu Tian and Cai Lin sat facing each other, enjoying a cup of tea.
It was a rare, precious moment of tranquility.
But such moments never lasted long.
"Friends from the Hall of Souls, since you've already come all this way, why keep hiding?"
Wu Tian calmly placed his teacup down, his eyes gazing at an empty space in front of him.
A low chuckle echoed in response
"Heh heh heh~ As expected of the Lord of Cai Lin Pavilion. Your strength truly is formidable."
As the voice faded, the air in front of them twisted slightly
A figure clad in a black robe slowly emerged from the distorted space…
(End of Chapter)
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