Everyone, including Xing Jue, was stunned at the sudden appearance of the old man.
This old man had a head of messy white hair that fell to his shoulders. He was wearing a simple grey robe that fluttered in the wind, and a faint smile was always on his wrinkled face, making him appear amiable and approachable.
What surprised Xing Jue the most was that with his newly developed spiritual power, he couldn't sense the old man's strength.
"Big brother!" The Second Elder was also startled when he saw the old man. Then, he slowly opened his trembling lips.
"This lowly one greets the First Elder of the Inner Cabinet." At that moment, Elder Zhu, the Enforcement Cabinet member, rushed to the front of the old man, knelt down, and said respectfully.
"The First Elder of the Inner Cabinet?" When the crowd heard this, they were in an uproar.
They said that the First Elder of the Inner Cabinet had been in seclusion for decades. Even many elders had not seen what the First Elder looked like, let alone the Inner Cabinet disciples. So, the First Elder was shrouded in mystery in everyone's mind.
Not expecting to see this legendary figure, the Inner Cabinet disciples were excited.
"Hehe… Elder Zhu, please get up." Seeing that Elder Zhu had actually knelt down, the First Elder quickly helped him up and said with a smile.
Elder Zhu stood respectfully to the side, and his respect towards the First Elder was different from his respect towards the Second Elder. This was a respect that arose from the bottom of his heart.
"This young friend has a unique soul," the First Elder suddenly turned his gaze to Xing Jue and said with a smile.
"Ahem" Xing Jue's body trembled when he heard the First Elder's words.
He thought, "Could it be that he sensed my spiritual power as I was trying to probe his strength?" Thinking about this, Xing Jue couldn't help but admire the First Elder's strength even more.
"Big brother, it was just that I was about to attack a junior. This kid really…" The Second Elder quickly explained.
"Okay, Second brother, let's just drop it. Don't mention it again." However, before he could finish, the First Elder waved his hand, blocking the rest of the Second Elder's words.
Seeing that the First Elder said this, the Second Elder was even more puzzled but didn't ask any further.
"Elder Zhu, you can go back now," the First Elder said again to Elder Zhu.
Elder Zhu hurriedly replied respectfully. Then, he took his twenty Enforcement Cabinet members and hurried away.
Actually, Elder Zhu never wanted to arrest Xing Jue, especially after he discovered that Xing Jue's strength was actually above his own. He felt regretful. He remembered that a year ago, Xing Jue couldn't even fight back in his hands.
But now, only a year later, he couldn't fight back against Xing Jue. This kind of cultivation talent was undoubtedly terrifying. At this moment, Elder Zhu knew that if Xing Jue was given enough time, his future would be limitless.
"Second brother, come with me. I have something to tell you," the First Elder said to the Second Elder after Elder Zhu left. After giving Xing Jue a meaningful look, he flickered and disappeared into the space.
"Hmph."
The Second Elder glared at Xing Jue, then gave a cold humph and disappeared into the space.
Deep in the Inner Cabinet, there was a palace that wasn't large but stood tall in the clouds. The style of the palace was very elegant, even somewhat antique. This was the palace where the First Elder of the Inner Cabinet lived.
At that moment, the First Elder was standing in the hall with his hands behind his back, and the Second Elder stood obediently behind him.
After a long time, the Second Elder spoke, "Big brother, you've succeeded?"
"Not yet, but I've stepped one foot into that realm," the First Elder said with a faint smile.
"Ahem, then, why didn't you break through to that level at once and instead chose to come out of seclusion now?" The Second Elder asked somewhat puzzled.
"Hehe, I was afraid you would get into trouble," the First Elder said with a smile, rolling his eyes at the Second Elder.
The First Elder and the Second Elder were brothers. They entered the Wind Control Pavilion to cultivate together. A hundred years ago, they became the First Elder and the Second Elder of the Inner Cabinet. But back then, the Inner Cabinet was not as it is now.
Under the First Elder's management, the previous Inner Cabinet was well-run. No disciple dared to misbehave, and because the First Elder was fair in everything he did, he was deeply respected.
However, 30 years ago, the First Elder suddenly went into seclusion. He aimed to break through to the War King level.
Because only after reaching that level could the First Elder ascend to the Main Cabinet and become a real core member of the Wind Control Pavilion.
For this goal, the First Elder had been in seclusion for 30 years. Now, the First Elder had suddenly come out of seclusion, so the Second Elder thought that the First Elder had successfully ascended to the "War King" level.
"Big brother, what do you mean by that?" The Second Elder asked in confusion, hearing the First Elder's words. If it was important enough to bring the First Elder out of seclusion at this critical moment, then this matter was not small.
Especially hearing the words about himself, the Second Elder felt a little panicked.
"Just take a look," the First Elder waved his sleeve, and a golden jade token appeared.
It ended up in the Second Elder's hand. Pale golden gas constantly wriggled inside the jade token, and there were dazzling lights on its surface, giving off a supreme feeling.
This was the "Wind Control Order," the supreme symbol of the Wind Control Pavilion. Only the most powerful figures at the top of the Wind Control Pavilion would own it. There were only eight people who possessed this "Wind Control Order" in the entire Wind Control Pavilion.
This "Wind Control Order" is not only a symbol of status but also has a special function. It can send out contact signals at any time. When it was made, the purpose was to quickly gather the strongest forces in the event of major incidents.
At this moment, there were two messages on the First Elder's "Wind Control Order."
When the Second Elder saw the two messages, he was shocked. Because on the "Wind Control Order," there were two identical messages, "Protect Xing Jue, make him enter the Main Cabinet."
When he saw the names of the two people who sent the messages, the Second Elder almost fainted. He staggered, and a wave of cold sweat broke out on his face.
"No wonder, no wonder this Xing Jue is so arrogant. I never thought he had such a connection," the Second Elder said with a sigh of relief, having finally recovered from his shock and wiping the sweat from his forehead.
"I was afraid of your foul temper causing some trouble. So, when I received the first message, I wanted to come out of seclusion, but it was a critical moment to stabilize my energy, so I didn't come out."
"Recently, I received another identical message, and I rushed out of seclusion. After all, we can't afford to offend either of them," the First Elder said slowly.
The Second Elder nodded in agreement.
"This temper of yours is too narrow-minded. You should change it. Once I enter the Main Cabinet, the Inner Cabinet will be completely yours. But if you do things like this, blindly and without knowing right from wrong, you will inevitably引起怨声啊 [cause resentment]." The First Elder said to the Second Elder with deep meaning.
"I understand, Big brother. I will change," the Second Elder said obediently, clearly very afraid of the First Elder.
"In a few days, the "Hunting Contest" hosted by the four major forces will be held. Let that Xing Jue go. This kid is really extraordinary. Maybe he can bring us some unexpected surprises," the First Elder said with a smile after seeing that the Second Elder seemed to have a change of heart.
"Yeah, my most outstanding disciple is taking part in this competition. With him, I can still keep the second place for our Wind Control Pavilion." When he mentioned the "Hunting Contest," the Second Elder seemed very confident.
"Yes. Since I've come out this time, I will bring my disciples to see the world at this Hunting Contest." The First Elder turned and looked at the clouds drifting across the outside of the hall. He said with anticipation.
The Second Elder also smiled and stood behind him. It was clear that he was in a good mood.
At this moment, Xing Jue and Four-eye were sitting in their Xing Manor, discussing what had just happened.
"Big brother Xing Jue, I heard the First Elder call the Second Elder 'Second brother,' which seems to be an unusual relationship. Would he not favor the Second Elder and be unfavorable to you?" Four-eye sat next to Xing Jue, a little worried.
"No. The First Elder of the Outer Cabinet once told me that the First Elder of the Inner Cabinet was very fair in his dealings. His coming out might be a good thing for us." Xing Jue responded confidently.
He had probed the First Elder's strength, but although he failed, he felt that the First Elder's energy was very friendly to him.
"Master Xing Jue." At this moment, the servant guarding the door rushed in, flustered.
"What is it?" Xing Jue hurriedly asked, seeing how flustered he looked.
"Master Xing Jue, Elder Zhu from the Enforcement Cabinet came again and left this for you." The servant held a purple letter and handed it to Xing Jue.
As soon as they heard the name "Elder Zhu from the Enforcement Cabinet," Four-eye and Little Three became nervous.
Only Xing Jue calmly took the letter and read it with a smile.
After reading for a while, Xing Jue slowly raised his head.
At that moment, a rare look of anticipation appeared on his handsome face, and he then said, "Hunting Contest? What a good opportunity."
"Hunting Contest? What is that?" Seeing Xing Jue's expression, Four-eye and Little Three hurriedly asked.
"Just take a look," Xing Jue smiled and threw the purple letter to Four-eye and Little Three.
Then, he walked outside the hall, looked at the magnificent palace in the direction of the Main Cabinet, and whispered, "Xiaohan, to what level have you reached?"