However, Chu Chen interrupted again, saying, "Brother Wu, don't rush off, I have something to ask of you."

Upon hearing this, Wu Yingxiong quickly stopped and turned around, smiling at Chu Chen, "No need to stand on ceremony, just tell me what's up."

Chu Chen heard this and didn't hold back.

"Brother Wu, do you know any alchemist capable of refining high-grade elixir pills?"

Wu Yingxiong smiled and nodded, "I do. Are you looking to have some elixirs made?"

"I got a piece of Soul Ascension Grass from the Five Great Daoist Schools' treasury yesterday, and I plan to refine it into a Soul Ascension Pill. However, since I just got here and don't know anyone, I might need your help with this, Brother Wu."

Upon hearing this, Wu Yingxiong burst into laughter and patted Chu Chen on the shoulder, "You've come to the right person. We have many alchemists who work with our auction house, and some can even refine Sixth-Grade Elixirs. Just hand over the Soul Ascension Grass to me, and I guarantee it will be refined within three days."

Chu Chen showed a joyful expression upon hearing this and respectfully clasped his hands towards Wu Yingxiong, "Thank you so much, Brother Wu, but there's one more thing I need to discuss."

Wu Yingxiong was a bit impatient, anxious to return home to discuss how to proceed with the old man, but Chu Chen wouldn't let him leave so easily.

Wu Yingxiong could only patiently reply, "We are brothers, just tell me what's on your mind."

"I have enough money for now. Can the share from this egg gambling competition be exchanged for cultivation resources?"

Wu Yingxiong paid no mind and replied, "That's all? No problem, let me know what resources you need."

Chu Chen quickly handed over a prepared resource list along with the Soul Ascension Grass to Wu Yingxiong.

Wu Yingxiong took the list and reviewed it, but his brow furrowed.

After a moment, he looked up and said, "These resources are quite precious, and many of them may be hard to gather in a short time."

Chu Chen responded with a smile, "I'm not in a hurry to use them, and if the share isn't enough, just let me know, and I'll make up the difference."

Wu Yingxiong waved dismissively, "We'll sort out the money later. If there's nothing else, I'll get going. The gambling setup takes quite a bit of time."

Chu Chen hastily replied, "The gambling setup is more urgent. You deal with it first; I have nothing pressing here."

"Alright, wishing you victory in advance," Wu Yingxiong said before hurrying off.

Chu Chen turned and headed towards the villa.

The list he just handed to Wu Yingxiong was for materials to treat the Forbidden Celestial Dragon. Some of the less rare materials he had already collected in advance, leaving only the rarer ones.

The Wu Family's auction house is top-notch in the Cyan Dragon City, which means they have access to more Heavenly and Earthly Treasures of better quality, increasing the chance of collecting these resources.

As Chu Chen returned to the villa, he was suddenly embraced by Wang Lu.

Before Chu Chen could ask anything, Wang Lu exclaimed, "Hey, you're not being fair, keeping such big news from us!"

Chu Chen was taken aback by this.

Seeing this, Wang Lu continued, "Don't play dumb with us."

Lu Hongfei also approached with a smile, patting Chu Chen on the shoulder, "Congratulations on becoming the master's disciple; the news has already spread."

Chu Chen scratched his head, "You guys didn't ask yesterday, so I didn't say anything."

"You really know how to keep cool," Wang Lu said, somewhat annoyed.

"By the way, Elder Zhao from the Daoist School and representatives from the academy have come. They're upstairs talking to Zhang Yuyan," Lu Hongfei said with a smile.

Chu Chen quickly asked, "What are they discussing?"

Before Lu Hongfei could answer, Wang Lu interjected, "The Daoist School is here to invite Zhang Yuyan to the Celestial Dragon Training Camp, and the academy is here to admit her early. They might come looking for you later."

Chu Chen shook his head, "They won't come for me. My teacher sorted it out for me yesterday."

At these words, the two showed shock but quickly understood. Being the first in the exchange competition, Chu Chen would naturally get early admission.

"Looks like I'm the only one going back this time," Wang Lu said somewhat gloomily.

Chu Chen asked in surprise, "You're leaving?"

"Yes, the exchange competition's over, and we've had our fun. It's time to go back and train," Wang Lu said with some regret.

Chu Chen quickly urged, "Don't rush off. I'm participating in the egg gambling competition tomorrow. Watch it before you go!"

"What? You've entered the egg gambling competition?" Lu Hongfei exclaimed.

Chu Chen nodded.

Lu Hongfei's expression turned serious, "You've just become the master's disciple; many are watching you. You should focus on cultivation rather than some egg gambling competition. Otherwise, it will appear as if you're losing yourself to vice."

Chu Chen replied nonchalantly, "It's not that serious. The competition only lasts two days; besides, I've had an agreement with City Lord Dong and can't just go back on my word."

"When did you make this agreement?" Lu Hongfei asked seriously.

Chu Chen then briefly recounted the events without hiding anything.

After a moment, Lu Hongfei frowned slightly, "Well, it's fine then. As the master's disciple, you're probably untouchable in Cyan Dragon City, but try not to be too blatant."

Chu Chen nodded, "I understand."

"Don't slack off in cultivation; you don't want to let the master down," Lu Hongfei urged once more.

At this, Wang Lu had an idea and suggested to Lu Hongfei with a smile, "Sir, why don't we stay a few more days until the egg gambling competition is over?"

Lu Hongfei nodded, "Alright, it's a rare trip. We might as well stay a bit longer."

Wang Lu was immediately delighted by this, not that he was particularly interested in egg gambling. He just enjoyed the lively atmosphere, and wouldn't want to leave when they had come as a trio but only he would return now, creating an inevitable sense of disparity.

At this moment, Elder Zhao and two others came downstairs.

"Yuyan, it's good to see you rethink things. We're all happy for you. Don't worry about the training camp; a few days' delay is no issue. Please give our regards to Marshal Zhang," Zhao Qianshan said with a smile.

Zhang Yuyan responded politely, "I will."

Chu Chen quickly greeted Zhao Qianshan, "Elder Zhao, you're here."

Zhao Qianshan nodded, "Yes, I just invited Yuyan to the Celestial Dragon Training Camp."

After chatting briefly, Zhao Qianshan looked at Wang Lu and said, "Your name's Wang Lu, right?"

Wang Lu quickly nodded.

Zhao Qianshan smiled, "This year, many talented individuals emerged from the Daoist School. I remember you ranked within the top four hundred in the exchange competition, right?"

Wang Lu quickly responded, "Three hundred ninety-two."

"Not bad. The Daoist School is starting a Hidden Dragon Training Camp for nurturing A-level contract talents," Zhao Qianshan said with a smile.

Wang Lu scratched his head awkwardly, "Elder, I'm only a B-level contract."

Zhao Qianshan waved dismissively, "Based on your exchange competition performance, you're not inferior to A-level talents. Have Hongfei submit an application, and I'll approve it, meeting the requirements."

Wang Lu was overjoyed and quickly thanked Elder Zhao courteously.

Zhao Qianshan waved his hand, "No need to thank me, but rather the master. It's the master's idea."

Wang Lu was momentarily stunned but soon realized, glanced at Chu Chen, and said to Zhao Qianshan, "I understand. I won't disappoint the master."

Seeing this, Zhao Qianshan approvingly said, "Good, you're quite perceptive. The Hidden Dragon Training Camp's time and location details will be given to you by Hongfei. Now, I must take my leave," and with that, he briskly departed the villa.

The academy staff also extended an offer to Wang Lu, though they hadn't yet prepared a formal acceptance letter, clearly a spontaneous decision.

Wang Lu gladly accepted the offer with enthusiasm.

After the school staff left, Wang Lu clung to Chu Chen's leg dramatically, "Brother Chen, I'm sticking with you from now on!"

Everyone burst out laughing at this spectacle.

It's no wonder Wang Lu was so excited; given his cultivation talent, he wouldn't normally qualify for the Hidden Dragon Training Camp.

Wang Lu's opportunity was arranged by Long Batian, clearly as a favor for Chu Chen.

Chu Chen was genuinely touched by this gesture.

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