If their performance in the Four Halls Competition was too poor, it would be a blow to their reputation as the Lord and elder.
Although the four hall masters always appeared nonchalant, deep down, they all hoped that their disciples would achieve good results in the competition.
Bai Li Hongzhuang's impressive performance had undoubtedly enhanced the strength of the Vermilion Phoenix Hall.
In the next moment, Qin Ai's gaze fell upon the other disciples inside the stone chamber, and an aura of authority instantly erupted from him.
"Regarding Bai Li Hongzhuang's performance, no one should divulge any information. Do you all understand?"
Since her arrival at Tian Gang Sect, Bai Li Hongzhuang had never revealed her true cultivation level to the other hall disciples, leaving them puzzled about her strength.
If that was the case, why not keep Bai Li Hongzhuang's true strength hidden for now?
In doing so, she could become a secret weapon for the Vermilion Phoenix Hall.
"We understand, Master!" The disciples nodded in response to Qin Ai's words.
They all understood the reason behind Qin Ai's decision. Although the disciples from different halls fiercely competed for the spots, once the Four Halls Competition truly began, they would be part of the same hall's team.
Only when disciples from their own hall achieved good rankings could they secure more cultivation resources.
Therefore, they would never disclose such a secret.
After receiving the disciples' acknowledgment, Qin Ai nodded and then turned his gaze to Bai Li Hongzhuang.
"Bai Li Hongzhuang, you may go back for now. Once the assessment is completely over and the participants for the competition are determined, I will send someone to inform you. At that time, I will also explain the rules and important points regarding the Four Halls Competition for the top twenty participants."
Qin Ai's attitude towards Bai Li Hongzhuang became much gentler and kinder.
Upon hearing his words, Bai Li Hongzhuang understood that she had already secured a spot in the Four Halls Competition.
After leaving the stone chamber, Bai Li Hongzhuang saw Xia Zhiqing and Bai Junyu waiting for her outside.
Seeing Bai Li Hongzhuang emerge, Xia Zhiqing and Bai Junyu immediately approached her.
"Hongzhuang, how did it go? Did you secure a spot?" Xia Zhiqing eagerly asked.
Bai Li Hongzhuang smiled faintly and nodded. "Yes, I've secured a spot."
Upon hearing this, smiles appeared on Xia Zhiqing and Bai Junyu's faces.
"That's great! I knew your strength would earn you a spot."
"By the way, Hongzhuang, what happened in the stone chamber just now? We only heard a gasping sound, as if something extraordinary had happened?"
Xia Zhiqing looked curious, and it wasn't just her. The disciples outside the stone chamber were equally curious.
If they were allowed to enter and investigate, many disciples would have already rushed in to find out.
After thinking for a moment, Bai Li Hongzhuang replied, "Actually, nothing happened. It was just a disciple with a relatively high cultivation level, and everyone was amazed by it."
Since Qin Ai had instructed everyone not to reveal this information, there must be a reason behind it.
Therefore, Bai Li Hongzhuang chose not to disclose it.
"So what do we do now? Should we go back?" Bai Junyu spoke up.
Both he and Xia Zhiqing had already been tested, but their strength still fell short of securing a spot in the competition.
They had been waiting here for Bai Li Hongzhuang, but now that it was over, there was no need to stay any longer.