Chapter 1242: Chapter 1242: Shameless Boasting
A few days later!
"Hurry, hurry, come on, buddy, follow me!"
Jing Yan’s room, Jie An knocked and entered, speaking urgently.
"Brother, where are you dragging me to?" Jing Yan asked, half laughing, half crying.
"It’s naturally to the top floor hall. I’m telling you, Mr. Zhenqing is giving a lecture today, it’s about to start. This is a rare opportunity, we absolutely cannot miss it." Jie An said with a face of integrity.
Lecture? Zhenqing?
Jing Yan knew that Jie An was talking about Zhenqing’s lecture on Alchemy Dao. However, Jing Yan was not interested in this at all. For the past few days, he hadn’t even been to the top floor hall; he just didn’t want to see Zhenqing or those shameless folks who were eager to lick Zhenqing’s toes.
"Brother, you go by yourself! I won’t be joining." Jing Yan truly didn’t want to go.
"Buddy, you’re not right about this. Who is Zhenqing? I’m not talking about his character, but his capability in Alchemy Dao. Factually, his ability in Alchemy Dao is indeed formidable. You might not like Zhenqing himself, but you don’t have a grudge with Alchemy Dao, right? Sometimes, you can’t be too thin-skinned; I know you fear the strange looks from those jerks, but often a thick skin makes things work." Jie An advised.
"Moreover, this is not Zhenqing’s home; what are you worried about here at Piaomiao Pill Tower?" Jie An was indeed quite decent, not distancing himself from Jing Yan because of Jing Yan offending Zhenqing.
Jing Yan pondered for a moment.
Yes, this is Piaomiao Pill Tower, not Zhenqing’s territory. Why should he avoid Zhenqing?
"Alright, then I’ll go and have a look." Jing Yan agreed.
When the two arrived at the hall, it was already packed with Pill Masters, about forty people, even livelier than the day Zhenqing came a few days ago.
Upon seeing Jing Yan enter, several people scanned him with their eyes. The meanings in those gazes were quite similar.
"Shameless!"
"Hmph, weren’t you arrogant in front of Zhenqing before? Why are you here now?"
"Disrespecting Zhenqing yet have the nerve to come listen to Zhenqing’s lecture."
"Pah!"
Those eyes were frankly full of mockery and disdain. Jing Yan rolled his eyes and sneered in response.
After waiting for more than a tea’s time, Zhenqing arrived. The Pill Masters naturally stood up to greet and respectfully salute him. Yet Jing Yan, of course, remained seated without moving, drawing the most attention.
Zhenqing’s gaze was like daggers glaring at Jing Yan. However, this time, Zhenqing didn’t verbally spar with Jing Yan.
"Everyone, please sit!" Zhenqing said, motioning with his hand as he sat down.
The crowd slowly sat back down.
"I’ll spare the nonsense. Today, I’m here to share some of my experiences in Alchemy Dao with everyone. If my words are not well said, I hope you’ll forgive me. If you find them helpful, then I’ll be satisfied." Zhenqing smiled slightly with an ostentatiously virtuous manner.
Another wave of flattery ensued.
Jing Yan squinted, saying not a word.
Next, Zhenqing began explaining Alchemy Dao. His theoretical knowledge was indeed solid, so when he talked, it was well-organized, even Jing Yan had to admire it. In the hall, the Pill Masters were even more engrossed, eyes full of utmost respect towards Zhenqing.
"Someone capable of winning the prime spot at the Pill Debate Convention truly has some skill." Jing Yan thought to himself.
However, it’s just some skill after all. As far as Jing Yan was concerned, Zhenqing’s Alchemy Dao speeches didn’t help him at all. The difference in level was obvious: Jing Yan was at a higher point, while Zhenqing was lower. How could Qiankun Pill Path be comparable to Zhenqing’s refining experience? Moreover, given Zhenqing’s personality, he would certainly reserve some information.
Zhenqing was speaking fervently, the people below were utterly entranced.
Watching those high-level Divine Pill Masters below seem as if drinking divine nectar and dew, Zhenqing felt very pleased. Suddenly, his gaze fell again on Jing Yan; he noticed Jing Yan twisting his mouth, seemingly indifferent to the Alchemy Dao being discussed.
Remembering this kid calling him an "old geezer" a few days ago, Zhenqing’s anger flared again.
"That Yan Jin Alchemist." Zhenqing halted his lecture, staring intently at Jing Yan.
The numerous immersed high-level Divine Pill Masters in the hall began to come back to their senses.
Swoosh, swoosh!
All eyes turned to Jing Yan.
"Something wrong?" Jing Yan’s gaze met Zhenqing’s without flinching.
"I saw you showing disdain; do you think my lecture is poor?" Zhenqing suppressed his anger, attempting to keep his voice calm.
Jing Yan’s face showed a quirky smile.
"Whether it’s good or not, I honestly don’t know." Jing Yan shook his head and said.
"Oh? Could it be too complicated for you to grasp its essence? Are you really a high-level Divine Pill Master? Seems like you’re the only one here who doesn’t understand it!" Zhenqing’s eyes lit up. The fact that Yan Jin didn’t comprehend his lecture was a perfect excuse for him to harshly stomp this young man to vent his internal fury.
Indeed, a burst of snickers erupted within the hall. Zhenqing’s lecture was known for being easy to understand, yet Yan Jin claimed he couldn’t grasp it. Was he truly a high-level Divine Pill Master? Perhaps he was a fraud?
It made sense when one thought about it. Although this guy frequently came to the hall over the past two months, he rarely debated on alchemy with others. Perhaps, he was empty inside.
"You’re mistaken!" Jing Yan stated seriously, "Actually, I wasn’t listening to what you’re saying. Just moments ago, I was pondering over other matters."
"What did you say?" Zhenqing was considering ways to further degrade this Yan Jin fellow when unexpectedly, he received such a response.
This scoundrel actually claimed he wasn’t even listening to the discussion.
Damn it, this was truly an outrageous insult. When had Zhenqing ever faced such disgrace?
"You, you, you... If you had no intention of listening to my lecture, why are you here? A true cheat!" Zhenqing shouted angrily, his face flushed.
"Heh heh..." Jing Yan laughed, "Is this your home?"
A simple retort: is this your home? If not, then why can’t I be here?
Zhenqing was stunned again! His blood-red eyes almost bulging out. He was gasping, his gaze eager to devour Jing Yan alive.
"Fine! Very fine! It appears you believe your capabilities in Alchemy Dao surpass mine." Zhenqing was at a loss for a rebuttal, so he assertively blurted out.
"I never said that. Yet since you’ve mentioned it, I’ll have to agree." Jing Yan nodded, speaking earnestly.
The Pill Masters were all dumbfounded, staring at Jing Yan. Even Jie An felt a profound sense of powerlessness watching Jing Yan.
This guy dared to claim unabashedly that he believed his Alchemy Dao was stronger than Senior Zhenqing!