In the Council Hall of the Hall of Worship.
Golden Crown sat in the main seat; he had already been waiting for two hours.
"This is way too slow."
"Does it really take this long to finish off Dugu Bo?"
As he spoke.
Slow footsteps echoed outside in the corridor.
Then, the door slowly opened, and Yue Guan walked in.
He froze for a moment when he saw Golden Crown sitting in the main seat.
Then he gave a fake smile: "Sorry, sorry. It took a bit of time to deal with that Old Poison Freak. I've kept Young Master Jin waiting."
"I wonder, what business does Your Excellency have with me?"
Golden Crown couldn't help but smile upon hearing Yue Guan's explanation.
You, a dignified Level 95 Super Douluo, taking so long to deal with a mere Level 91 Titled Douluo—the weakest one at that—who was even suffering from a poison outbreak.
Only a fool would believe that.
He was clearly late on purpose.
Trying to give me an attitude.
But giving me an attitude isn't that easy.
"It's nothing major. Just a whim to have a chat with Elder Ju."
"Oh?"
"There doesn't seem to be much interaction between Young Master Jin and myself. I wonder what you want to talk about?"
Yue Guan asked in his characteristically charming, feminine voice.
Golden Crown tapped his fingers lightly on the table and said calmly, "It's nothing, really. I just wanted to ask how Elder Ju is doing under Bibi Dong? Are there any prospects for advancement?"
These words made Yue Guan raise an eyebrow, his mind racing.
He thought to himself.
What does he mean by this?
Did he call me over just to ask such a boring question?
No, that's not right.
There must be another meaning behind these words.
To avoid falling into a conversational trap, Yue Guan gave a very formal answer: "It is my honor to work under the Supreme Pontiff. I do not ask for anything else."
"Not to mention, I am already an Elder of Spirit Hall, and my cultivation has reached the Level 95 Titled Douluo rank."
"I have assisted two generations of Supreme Pontiffs."
"My strength and status are already satisfying."
"I seek no further advancement."
After hearing Yue Guan's answer, the corners of Golden Crown's mouth curled up slightly.
He tried his best to control himself and not laugh out loud.
If I hadn't read the original story...
...I would have actually believed this guy's words.
He follows Bibi Dong willingly only because she gives him a lot of power.
Not asking for anything else? Fine. When I bring out the mystical immortal herb in a bit, let's see if you still don't want anything.
"I wonder, does Elder Ju have any interest in developing your career at the Hall of Worship?" Golden Crown extended an olive branch.
Hearing this.
Yue Guan sneered inwardly.
So that's how it is.
No wonder he specifically captured Dugu Bo and had me finish him off.
After all that, he wants to recruit me.
A child is just a child.
He really thinks a mere Dugu Bo is enough to make me join the Hall of Worship.
Naive.
However, considering Golden Crown's grandfather is the Second Consecrator, Jin E...
...whose strength has already broken through the shackles to reach the legendary super Douluo rank.
So, for the sake of his grandfather...
...I should still show him some respect.
I can't refuse too directly.
Yue Guan continued to fake a smile, but his tone carried an unquestionable aloofness.
"I thank the Hall of Worship for the kind offer. Unfortunately, as an Elder of Spirit Hall, I, Yue Guan, am deeply trusted by Her Majesty the Supreme Pontiff and entrusted with heavy responsibilities. I have no intention of moving to the Hall of Worship."
"I have other matters to attend to. If there is nothing else important, I shall take my leave."
After saying this, Yue Guan prepared to leave.
Unhurriedly, Golden Crown took out a pre-prepared jade box.
In the next moment.
Yue Guan, who had already reached the door, sensed an aura identical to his own Martial Soul.
"This... this aura is..." Yue Guan whipped around, his eyes full of disbelief.
His Martial Soul was an immortal-grade plant Spirit—the mystical immortal herb!
This was also the reason why he was able to cultivate to the Titled Douluo level.
At the same time, due to the cultivation potential limits of the immortal plant Martial Soul, the mystical immortal herb...
...his level had been stuck at Level 95.
To break through again, he would have to consume another mystical immortal herb or another Immortal Herb.
Over the years, Yue Guan had searched extensively for Immortal Herbs, even using Spirit Hall's manpower to scour everywhere.
But it had always been in vain.
Yue Guan no longer had that indifferent look from before.
He unconsciously walked right up to Golden Crown.
His whole body began to tremble with excitement.
"Eh?"
"Didn't Elder Ju leave? Why have you come back?" Golden Crown asked with a half-smile.
"Uh..." Yue Guan realized he had lost his composure and felt a bit embarrassed, but to confirm that the item in the box was what he had been dreaming of day and night...
he waved his hand and said, "That's not important. Young Master Jin, what is inside this box of yours?"
"It's nothing. It's just a flower I happened to come across a few days ago. I plan to plant it in my front yard," Golden Crown said, feigning ignorance.
Yue Guan caught the keyword 'flower' and asked again, "What flower?"
"A chrysanthemum!" Golden Crown's voice suddenly grew louder.
"A... a chrysanthemum. Chrysanthemums are good. Chrysanthemums are great, hahaha..." Yue Guan laughed inexplicably as he spoke, then asked with a look of expectation, "Could you let me take a look at this chrysanthemum?"
Golden Crown gave an inscrutable smile. "Doesn't Elder Ju already have a chrysanthemum? Why bother looking at mine?"
Even as he said this...
he still opened the jade box.
A chrysanthemum emitting a golden light was revealed.
The petals were a purple-jade color, each one translucent like crystal; the stamens shone with gold, looking incredibly noble.
This was indeed the immortal-grade medicinal herb—the mystical immortal herb!
"It really... is the mystical immortal herb!" Yue Guan's joy was clearly written all over his face.
Good heavens! Truly incredible!
To think that the Immortal Herb he had sought for so many years without result...
was actually in Golden Crown's hands.
"Wait, if that's the case, could the collective breakthroughs of the Consecrators a few days ago also be related to Immortal Herbs?!"
A bold guess formed in Yue Guan's mind.
But he quickly shook his head. "Impossible. Absolutely impossible. Immortal Herbs are things that can only be found by luck, not sought. How could the Hall of Worship have so many?"
"But then, what could be the reason?"
Seeing that he had achieved the desired effect.
Golden Crown sighed and said regretfully, "Sigh, I originally thought that if Elder Ju were to join the Hall of Worship, I would give this Immortal Herb to you."
"I didn't realize Elder Ju was so noble and had no interest in such worldly things."
"It seems I can only wait for someone destined for this chrysanthemum."
Having said that.
Without another word, Golden Crown closed the jade box.
He stood up, preparing to leave.
Seeing this, Yue Guan panicked.
Holy crap!
Wait, big brother, don't mess around.
At least give me a chance to regret it first!
He quickly scurried in front of Golden Crown, blocking his path.
He smiled with complete sincerity and said, "Aiya, Young Master Jin, I was just joking with you just now."
"Come, come, come, let's go over there and have a good discussion, shall we?"
Golden Crown glanced at Yue Guan. "Are you begging me?"
"I'm begging you."
Seeing his future held in Golden Crown's hands, Yue Guan had long since lost his previous arrogance.
As for why he didn't just snatch it...
Are you kidding?
This was the Hall of Worship.
He'd likely be dead the second after he even thought about making a move.
Seeing this, Golden Crown sat back down in his seat...
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