Chapter 967: Chapter 834: Cultivation Level Too Low, Chapter 835: Never Abandon or Give Up (Double Chapter)
Everyone was expelled from the Mist Mansion... Of course, that’s quite satisfying, but what comes next? Can life go on?
This will undoubtedly become a sensational event in the Imperial empire.
Not only are there trainees and teachers in the Mist Mansion, but also a large number of troops.
Besides the treasures and opportunities needed by many Awakened individuals, there is also the superpower rice planted by the Military and more!
When people outside take stock, they will notice that only he went missing, a fact that can’t be concealed no matter what.
By then, what his comrades will face goes without saying.
More critically, he will surely become the target of all the Awakened across the Empire, facing a national-level pursuit.
The Empire would quickly call upon the Star Destroyer Cannon, and the possibility that he and the Mist Mansion would hold out for three months... is practically nonexistent.
A scene like that... Qu Jianlei could hardly imagine it.
So, he could only consider another angle, "If this time I and my companions follow a different path in, could you help cover us a bit?"
"Not going through the trial, but entering by unconventional means..." The voice also fell into silence.
Obviously, this contradicted its understanding, and after a while, it responded again.
"Since you’re not undergoing the trial, don’t go in; it easily confuses my cognition and logic."
"But... we’re already here," Qu Jianlei argued, "and now backing out is a bit conspicuous too."
It’s not that he couldn’t part with the gains in the Mist Mansion, but he already owed a favor to Rhine.
Turning back now would make people look down on him, wouldn’t it?
The voice fell silent for a long while before responding, "Just this once, don’t go too far."
The conversation finally ended, and Rhine accompanied the five of them into the Mist Mansion.
This journey to the Mist Mansion lasted a total of fifteen days, and after the time passed, the six were sent out one by one.
Since no one followed the students for the trial, the gains weren’t substantial.
Among them, surprisingly, Bentley had the most evident gains, focusing solely on hunting various mutant beasts.
Zi Heng, the Supreme, specifically came to greet the six, and seeing them relieved a heavy sigh.
No matter what, these people didn’t make any trouble in the Mist Mansion, so the greatest worry could finally be laid aside.
As he was sending them off, he couldn’t help but ask, "Gentlemen, how many Supremes are among you?"
He felt that there were three whose cultivation levels he couldn’t discern, but surely not all three were Supremes?
Qu Jianlei and the others did not respond at all, but Rhine smiled slightly, "My lord, why live so clearly?"
Zi Heng fell silent, asking no more.
The group walked to the entrance, running into Rhine’s guards.
The guards were exceptionally happy to see Rhine—just having the master safe was good.
However, one female guard quietly asked, "Sixth Miss, since you didn’t take us in, how were the gains?"
The guards hadn’t planned to enter the Mist Mansion, just accompanying their master to inquire after noble youths.
Later, when Rhine decided to take people into the Mist Mansion, the guards naturally had nothing to say.
But she took outsiders instead of bringing her own guards, which sparked a bit of dissatisfaction.
Those who followed Rhine had been with the Haiyin Family for years, with loyalty never in doubt.
Though they knew many familiar with the Haiyin Family, those five were mysterious to them.
So, the inquiry into the gains was naturally tinged with nuance.
Rhine understood their feelings but merely stated lightly, "Once inside the Mist Mansion, don’t ask about gains; don’t let people laugh at you!"
She didn’t get angry, but such a response carried a subtle warning.
They had three vehicles while Qu Jianlei and the other five were without transport, seemingly ready to walk on foot.
Upon hearing this, Qu Jianlei raised his hand, gesturing to her, "Come over here."
Of course Rhine wouldn’t go over, she casually waved her hand, "It’s alright, I’m used to being casual with them."
"It was crowded at the door earlier, not convenient to speak," Qu Jianlei said seriously, "How could I let a junior like you work for free?"
In fact, he should be a bit younger than Rhine, but as a Supreme, speaking like this was acceptable.
He hadn’t gained much from the Mist Mansion this time, but a promise made had to be kept.
Not to mention that her guards seemed ready to see him embarrassed.
Rhine knew she couldn’t decline further, she glanced at the surrounding guards and muttered irritably, "You bunch of guys!"
When she stepped forward, Qu Jianlei deliberated briefly and handed her a small storage device.
He then remarked casually, "Look at it when no one is around."
"This is?" Rhine raised an eyebrow in surprise.
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Chapter 835: Unyielding (Third update, please vote for the monthly ticket)
Qu Jianlei and his group quickly walked toward the distance, soon becoming smaller and smaller silhouettes.
Quite a few people noticed them; besides Rhine’s people, there were also the guards and Glory’s teachers and students.
However, the guards had no reaction; those whom Zi Heng, the Supreme, personally greeted, even if curious, were not for them to inquire about.
Most of Glory’s teachers and students were busy inventorying the Mist Mansion’s gains or sharing their experiences within, their spirits high.
A few who did notice them nudged Zhou Runan to ask Rhine—are these people open for recruitment?
People born into nobility often have sharp minds, attuned deeply to assessing situations instinctively.
Seeing that this group was clearly being courted by the local authority, the Haiyin Family, yet appeared notably unrestrained, piqued curiosity.
Such a power, how could one afford to miss out on it?
However, everyone in the Celestial Hook Star Realm, even the Marquis of the Xihong clan, must show deference to Earl Haiyin.
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