After the bandaging was complete, Lu Fan lay on the bed with a detached expression, reflecting on the day's events.
"You brat, today was extremely dangerous!"
The ancient primordial spirit spoke, "If it's truly too much, we'll find another way. With your current strength, if you were caught within the Sky Fire Pavilion, escaping with your life would be difficult."
"Since I've come, why would I leave?" Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. "If I don't obtain the Green Lotus Sacred Fire, I won't leave easily."
Facing these words, the ancient primordial spirit showed a wry smile. "While that's true, being too ostentatious is not a good thing!"
"I don't want to show off, I just want the Green Lotus Sacred Fire," Lu Fan said with a faint smile, his expression growing even more indifferent.
He would not forget the deep-seated hatred he held from the Northern Sea Academy. Without the Green Lotus Sacred Fire, dealing with the Eight Kings' Mansion would likely be a pipe dream. Su Dan Novel Network.
Meanwhile, within the Sky Fire Pavilion, the elders were seated together, their expressions subtly shifting. The Pavilion Master of the Sky Fire Pavilion stood at the head seat, looking at the elders. "What, still no trace found?"
"Pavilion Master, you may not know, but that person's strength is immense. They have likely already left the Sky Fire Pavilion." The white-haired elder said, cupping his fists. "Whether it was the first or second level, I searched everywhere, but there were no signs."
"Within the Sky Fire Pavilion, the mountain gates are closed during rest hours at night! That person absolutely could not have left." Another elder spoke, "This matter is quite peculiar; they are likely still within the Sky Fire Pavilion."
"That is precisely my thought!" The Pavilion Master of the Sky Fire Pavilion nodded slightly. "The aura on that person is not weak. If they intentionally hide, it will not be easy to find them."
"Then what should we do?" The white-haired elder frowned.
"To lure the tiger into the trap, we must know what they need," the Pavilion Master of the Sky Fire Pavilion said coldly. "Coming to the Sky Fire Pavilion alone, such boldness suggests they are not here for ordinary things."
The elders present exchanged glances, their surprise deepening. If what the Pavilion Master said was true, and the visitor had another purpose, then they were after the Green Lotus Sacred Fire. After all, outsiders knew that the most valuable treasure in the Sky Fire Pavilion was the Green Lotus Sacred Fire. Obtaining it would not only enhance one's strength but also temper the body, bringing numerous benefits.
"If they are truly after the Green Lotus Sacred Fire, we cannot let them off easily," the white-haired elder stated. "Otherwise, it would be our fault. The Green Lotus Sacred Fire is an ancestral inheritance; how can it be coveted by others?"
"It's fine. For someone to covet the Green Lotus Sacred Fire, this person must have some background. If they can truly subdue the Green Lotus Sacred Fire, it would be a great opportunity," the Pavilion Master of the Sky Fire Pavilion smiled.
"Pavilion Master, absolutely not!" The white-haired elder exclaimed. "If someone else subdues the Green Lotus Sacred Fire, how will our Sky Fire Pavilion conduct itself in the future? According to ancestral teachings, whoever obtains the Green Lotus Sacred Fire controls the Sky Fire Pavilion. Do you intend to cede the position of Pavilion Master?"
"This position of Pavilion Master may not necessarily have to be yielded!" The Pavilion Master of the Sky Fire Pavilion said directly. "I cannot subdue the Green Lotus Sacred Fire, but perhaps someone else has the capability. If that is the case, I am willing to abdicate!"
"Please reconsider, Pavilion Master!" The elders quickly said, "The Sky Fire Pavilion has a foundation of a hundred years; it cannot fall into the hands of others."
"Elders, are you going against the ancestral teachings?" The Pavilion Master of the Sky Fire Pavilion narrowed his eyes. "The ancestral teachings state that whoever obtains the Green Lotus Sacred Fire controls the Sky Fire Pavilion!"
The elders stood aside, feeling helpless. They never imagined the Pavilion Master of the Sky Fire Pavilion would be so resolute.
"As for who it is, and whether their goal is the Green Lotus Sacred Fire, let us wait and see," the Pavilion Master of the Sky Fire Pavilion chuckled. "I hope, as the ancestral teachings say, that the one who obtains the Green Lotus Sacred Fire can lead the Sky Fire Pavilion to its peak."
The elders nodded slightly. The Pavilion Master of the Sky Fire Pavilion had made his decision, and they could not say much more. Although they were filled with dissatisfaction with the Pavilion Master's decision, they could only obey.
"From now on, within this third level, elders, do not release your divine senses. If anyone intrudes into the third level, you need not panic or come forward," the Pavilion Master of the Sky Fire Pavilion reminded them.
"We obey the Pavilion Master's orders!" The elders nodded one after another, daring not to be negligent. Since the Pavilion Master of the Sky Fire Pavilion had spoken thus, how could they act rashly?
The next morning, Lu Fan was assigned to the outer sect. Most of the disciples here were outer sect disciples. Although they also performed various menial tasks, they received various spiritual liquids, which was much better than the actual laborers. At least there was a chance to enter the second level. Among the entire Sky Fire Pavilion, disciples who could enter the second level possessed extremely high talent; otherwise, they could not enter the second level. Although it was only one level apart, one was the inner sect and the other was the outer sect, with a clear disparity.
"Elder Mu Qiu, this is a disciple from the handyman room who has now been promoted to outer sect disciple. Please review," Manager Zhao said.
"This kid is truly fortunate. After taking a palm strike last night, he can be promoted to outer sect disciple today!" Elder Mu Qiu glanced at him but didn't pay much attention.
"The elder is right. This kid is clever. Elder Mu Qiu, please nurture him well; he will surely be a talent in the future!" Manager Zhao said earnestly, not daring to be negligent in the slightest. Elder Mu Qiu nodded slightly, not paying much attention either.
After Manager Zhao left, Lu Fan cupped his fists. "Elder Mu Qiu, may I ask what the daily duties of an outer sect disciple are?"
"It's just a bit better than the handyman room. How much better depends on yourself." Elder Mu Qiu narrowed his eyes, looking at Lu Fan. If Lu Fan was sensible, it wouldn't be a big deal. If Lu Fan didn't understand, he would be assigned the hardest and most tiring work; this was his rule.
"I see!" Lu Fan smiled and quickly took out a pill. "This pill is something I obtained before. I hope Elder will accept it."
Looking at the pill in Lu Fan's hand, Elder Mu Qiu was slightly surprised. This was no ordinary pill. For a handyman like Lu Fan to possess such a treasure was remarkable.
"No problem, no problem!" Elder Mu Qiu nodded slightly. "From now on, you will help in the alchemy furnace! The work there is very easy."
"Thank you, Elder Mu Qiu," Lu Fan quickly bowed in thanks. Elder Mu Qiu waved his hand. "If you have more good things like this in the future, be sure to give them to me. Don't give them to others, or I'll get angry."
"Definitely, definitely!" Lu Fan nodded quickly, a smile appearing on his face.
Not long after, Lu Fan arrived at the alchemy room on the first level. Within this alchemy room, an old man sat cross-legged, appearing ethereal and dignified.
"Disciple greets Elder!" Lu Fan cupped his fists and walked in directly.
The white-haired elder looked at Lu Fan with some surprise. "Today is not the day for distributing pills. Which sect's disciple are you, and why are you in the alchemy room?"
"I've just joined the outer sect," Lu Fan said directly. "I was specifically arranged to come to the alchemy room."