Mortal: Joining the Star Palace at the Start

"Sigh, why is my precious daughter's arm still siding with outsiders?"

Who is your real father anyway?

Ling Xiaofeng felt somewhat helpless.

How long has it been since they got together? And they're already like this with Ji Qing? What would happen if it took longer?

I'm afraid it won't be long before they're kissing, right?

If it had taken any longer, they probably would have a child by now.

"Madam, do you think we should do something about Ling'er's matter?"

Upon hearing this, Wen Qing smiled and shook her head:

"It's alright, let them do what they want, why bother with them? Just focus on your own business."

"this…….."

"All right."

Seeing that his wife said this, Ling Xiaofeng had no choice but to do as she wished.

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After about half a day, the conference finally came to an end with the distribution of rewards.

After the conference ended, Ji Qing, as agreed, went to the Drunken Moon Pavilion alone.

At this moment, six cultivators were already seated in the Drunken Moon Pavilion.

These cultivators were either grandsons of Nascent Soul cultivators or direct disciples of Nascent Soul cultivators.

In short, his status was much higher than that of ordinary Star Palace cultivators.

After arriving, Ji Qing glanced around before calmly taking his seat.

"Everyone, please allow me to introduce you. This is Ji Qing, the personal disciple of Elder Jin Kui."

As I said before, he is the champion of this tournament.

"Oh, that's amazing! I'd love to get to know you better."

The person who spoke was named Zhang Huaqing, who was at the eighth level of Qi Refining and was the son of one of the twelve elders of the Star Palace.

Now that he has emerged from seclusion, upon hearing that Jin Kui has taken on a new personal disciple, he immediately expressed his desire to meet this person.

Now that I've met the real person, it would be a lie to say I'm not happy.

He has a unique quirk: he likes to associate with strong people.

Zhang Huaqing raised his wine glass and approached Ji Qing, laughing loudly:

"Ji Qing, is it? I am Zhang Huaqing. It is an honor to meet you, fellow Daoist."

To show my sincerity, I'll start with a drink.

As soon as he finished speaking, Zhang Huaqing tilted his head back and immediately downed the wine in his hand.

With Zhang Huaqing leading the way, the other cultivators followed suit and greeted Ji Qing as well.

After Ji Qing had memorized everyone's names, he turned to look at Zheng Xuan and said in a calm tone:

"Fellow Daoist Zheng, I won't bother with any more polite words."

Why did Fellow Daoist Zheng summon me here?

Don't even mention wanting to befriend me; I don't believe in that kind of talk.

Ji Qing sneered, thinking that making friends with such people was far too hasty.

If this were his previous life, he wouldn't have thought about it so much.

You have to understand that he has already witnessed the power of this world.

Not only was she marked by Jin Kui, but she also had to live in constant fear, lest one day Jin Kui possess her and she perish.

Nowadays, he trusts no one except for Ling Yuling, who is naive and innocent.

Seeing that Ji Qing had broken through the barrier, Zheng Xuan's smile gradually faded.

"Fellow Daoist Ji is indeed wise. Since you have seen through this, I will speak frankly."

The main reason I invited you here is to trade the Pavilion Tokens with you.

"Oh? The Imperial Library Order?"

What do you need this for?

Zheng Xuan smiled and replied:

"Of course, it's for the library."

Fellow Daoist Ji may not know this, but as a sacred place of the Star Palace, the Scripture Pavilion contains countless cultivation techniques, making it very difficult for ordinary cultivators to enter.

Of course, if one can make a significant contribution to the Star Palace, that's a different story.

"So, you invited me here for this reason?"

Zheng Xuan nodded and admitted:

"That's right, that's exactly what I'm after."

My grandfather has devoted himself to the Xinggong Temple for so many years, and he has entered the Sutra Repository at least eight or ten times.

Since entering the Scripture Pavilion, his strength has increased by leaps and bounds, and he has directly joined the ranks of the tenth elder.

So I want to become that kind of person.

At this point, Zheng Xuan's face showed longing, but he quickly sighed:

"It's strange, really. I don't know when it started, but the Palace Master suddenly began to restrict the Scripture Pavilion."

It is precisely this move by the Palace Master that makes it even more difficult for us cultivators to enter.

Therefore, having no other choice, I had to resort to this desperate measure.

After Zheng Xuan finished speaking, he glanced down at Ji Qing, and seeing that Ji Qing's face remained expressionless, he continued:

"Rest assured, Fellow Daoist Ji, as long as you agree to trade the Pavilion Token with me, I will pay whatever it takes."

Ha ha.

Upon hearing this, Ji Qing was so angry that he laughed.

How can I just trade away the Zangge token that I obtained with great difficulty?

Besides, what is this guy in front of me?

Although he despised Jin Kui, as Jin Kui's personal disciple, he could get whatever he wanted within Jin Kui's power.

Therefore, what Zheng Xuan said was simply too ridiculous.

Ji Qing took a sip of tea and replied in a low voice:

"Fellow Daoist Zheng, to be honest, if I were to refuse you, what could you possibly do?"

Zheng Xuan sensed something was wrong; judging from Ji Qing's expression, it seemed the deal was off.

Zheng Xuan suppressed a laugh and replied nonchalantly:

"If you are unwilling to exchange, then I can only say that we are destined to meet but not to be together. Let things take their course."

Zheng Xuan toyed with the folding fan, a shadowy glint flashing in his eyes:

"We are both disciples of the Star Palace, and we should strive to make money through harmony."

If you are unwilling to exchange, then I can only say it's a pity.

Ji Qing nodded and echoed in agreement:

"If that's the case, then I understand."

Seemingly sensing that the atmosphere was a bit off, Zhang Huaqing immediately stood up and said:

"Alright, alright, it's just a broken token. Don't let it ruin our harmony. Come on, let's drink."

Seeing Zhang Huaqing's carefree manner, Ji Qing smiled helplessly.

It was clear that this guy was a straightforward man. Ji Qing took the glass, tilted his head back and drank it all in one gulp, which eased the cold atmosphere in the room.

Seeing that the deal had fallen through, Zheng Xuan, unwilling to linger, immediately cupped his hands and said:

"Alright, since Fellow Daoist Ji is unwilling to make a deal, then there is no need for me to stay here any longer."

Therefore, fellow Daoists, I must take my leave now, and we shall meet again at another time.

After saying this, Zheng Xuan immediately left.

Seeing Zheng Xuan leave, Zhang Huaqing was delighted. He put his hand on Ji Qing's shoulder and said without restraint:

"Fellow Daoist Ji, let me tell you, never trade with this guy for any kind of Hidden Pavilion Token."

This guy has no skills of his own, yet he came here to try and trade with you.

Speaking of which, this guy really embarrassed his grandfather.

Fellow Daoist Ji, you may not know this, but the Pavilion Token you hold in your hand is priceless.

As long as you hold it, you can freely ask the two saints questions in the library and have them answer your doubts.

"Um?

"Two sages offer guidance!?"

"Really? You didn't know? That's why I said Zheng Xuan is up to no good. If you really exchanged him, you'd be no different from an idiot."

Zhang Huaqing patted Ji Qing on the shoulder:

"I'm pretty straightforward, so you know what I mean."

Ji Qing smiled and waved his hand:

"It's okay, it's okay. To be honest, I like your personality."

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