Chapter 261: Stirring the Waters!
Hearing the elder's words, Xiao Ze also looked serious. In this aspect, the elder's experience was vast, and his guess should not be wrong.
—But according to what the president said, wasn't it Danta who discovered this underwater site?
—It should be so, but seeing the current situation, it seems the information was leaked —said the elder with a sigh—. Ancient ruins cause a lot of commotion when they come to light, so, even if Danta wants to hide it completely, it's very difficult.
—Previously, Danta also discovered many ancient ruins, some complete, some in ruins, and many of these were also leaked.
—But doesn't it become harder to get the opportunity if the information spreads this way?
Seeing the doubt on Xiao Ze's face, the Great Elder smiled and said:
—Xiao Ze, do you underestimate Danta's power? Danta, as one of the most powerful forces on the surface of Zhongzhou, is a true giant.
—Those who leak the information might be other forces or individual cultivators. They know that since Danta discovered the site first, they won't be able to snatch the opportunity from this giant.
—They can only spread the information to attract countless cultivators and stir the waters, hoping to gain something amidst the chaos.
—That... is also a way to do it, dispersing Danta's attention. But how can they be sure they'll get the opportunity themselves?
—Ha, ha, they can't, but there are always those who believe they are the lucky ones among thousands —the Great Elder said, laughing.
The space ship crossed the silver light circle, and before the ship landed, the Great Elder and Xiao Ze rose simultaneously, stepping into the void. The Great Elder waved his hand and the space ship quickly shrank, finally falling into his palm.
—Anyway, let's first make an appearance at the Four Pavilions Conference. On the way, we might gather some information as well.
Xiao Ze nodded and directed his gaze towards the city. On the map, this city was marked as Tianzhao City.
Tianzhao City was under the control of Huang Quan Pavilion and had been built over the Yellow Mist Swamp. Due to its unique environment, the Yellow Mist Swamp contained numerous natural treasures, attracting many treasure seekers. These seekers needed a place to rest and exchange supplies, and over time, a small market turned into the current Tianzhao City.
The plaza space was crowded, probably not only because of the upcoming Four Pavilions Conference. Among the crowd, powerful auras could be felt, likely there for the underwater ruins.
Suspended in the air, Xiao Ze and the Great Elder attracted envious and reverent looks. Without lingering too long, they headed towards the outskirts of the city, identifying the correct direction.
The administrators of Tianzhao City, seeing that they were at least powerful Douzong fighters, didn't dare to stop them and let them pass without issue. Outside of home, Xiao Ze and the Great Elder didn't wear Danta uniforms, so the looks they received were of admiration and respect, without flattery. If people knew that these two were authentic alchemy masters, they would have rushed to curry favor.
An alchemy master was extremely rare even throughout Zhongzhou.
Leaving the Yellow Mist Swamp, they headed towards a mountain range. Xiao Ze observed the figures below, which seemed like ants.
—It seems many talented youths are drawn to this Four Pavilions Conference.
—Indeed, although the victory will probably go to the youths of the Four Pavilions themselves, a dark horse always appears at each conference. As one of the biggest events in Zhongzhou, standing out in the conference can grant great fame.
The Great Elder nodded and glanced at the figures below. He then said to Xiao Ze:
—For them, reputation is quite important. Excelling in the conference can increase their value and make them highly regarded in other forces.
Xiao Ze understood, it was a way to enhance personal prestige. However, for Xiao Ze, this kind of competition no longer had meaning. With his current status, participating in such a small competition would be like an adult competing with children.
The destination of those figures was a ring-shaped mountain, at the center of which was a vast, brown lake. In the center of the lake were numerous palaces on the water, and in the lake's center, the largest building was Huang Quan Pavilion.
As they approached the ring mountain, a figure rose towards them, positioning itself in front of them.
—Greetings, gentlemen. Which force do you come from? —asked the middle-aged man, whose aura indicated he was also a Douzong, impressive for his age.
—Ha, ha, we are from Danta, excuse the interruption —said the Great Elder smiling, showing his Danta emblem. The middle-aged man's face immediately turned respectful.
—So, you are guests from Danta. Please, proceed —the man said, bowing and guiding them respectfully—. I am an elder of Huang Quan Pavilion. The presence of two Danta elders at the Four Pavilions Conference is an honor for us.
While the man offered flattering words, the Great Elder and Xiao Ze smiled slightly. Although the Great Elder was kind to Xiao Ze, his pride as an alchemy master was undeniable. Seeing the elder not speaking much, Xiao Ze also remained silent.
The elder of Huang Quan Pavilion showed no discomfort. He knew that each Danta elder was an alchemy master and that even his own leader had to treat them with respect. He also guessed the purpose of the visit of these two Danta elders. They were probably not there just for the Four Pavilions Conference.
Arriving at the palace in the lake's center, they found it already filled with guests. The guests in the palace, seeing the Huang Quan Pavilion elder guiding the newcomers, couldn't help but look with curiosity.
Xiao Ze frowned slightly upon seeing a familiar face among the attendees: Elder Chihuo of the Burning Flame Valley. Elder Chihuo also noticed Xiao Ze and quickly stood up, approaching him.
—Greetings, Elder Xiao Ze!
Highly respected, Elder Chihuo drew everyone's attention. Hearing how he addressed Xiao Ze, the attendees were surprised. Some recalled that Xiao Ze was a renowned alchemy master of Danta, causing many forces' breaths to quicken. An alchemy master was invaluable, and many lacked even a single alchemy master in their ranks, having to pay large sums for a pill. Now, they had a living alchemy master before them.
Immediately, several forces approached, seeking to gain Xiao Ze's favor.
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