However, Zhong Nan gave Lin Chen a feeling of unease.

This unease stemmed from the impression that Zhong Nan could...

He seemed to be able to see through everything.

In front of him, Lin Chen felt as if he had no secrets.

This feeling made Lin Chen feel very insecure.

Nonetheless, deep down, Lin Chen held great respect for him.

When they arrived at the gathering place, Wu Chen and the others had already arrived in advance. Ning Tian had rushed over from the clinic upon hearing that Zhong Nan would be meeting them, eager to witness Zhong Nan's true presence.

After a while, Daoist Zhang also appeared. At that moment, Wu Chen asked, "Mentor, should we line up and wait?"

Daoist Zhang laughed heartily upon hearing this and said, "The National Preceptor Zhong Nan does not wish to put on airs, so these formalities are unnecessary. This time, if anyone has questions, feel free to ask; it's a rare opportunity."

Everyone nodded in agreement.

Lin Chen sat beside them, his thoughts somewhat adrift.

He was thinking about Bai Ling coming to find him last night.

Considering that Bai Ling had taught him the Dragon Transformation Skill, did it mean Zhong Nan had planned everything long ago?

But for what purpose was he taught the Dragon Transformation Skill?

Lost in thought, someone unexpectedly shouted, "Looks like he's coming."

Lin Chen snapped out of it and indeed saw many Celestial Shadow Guards approaching from afar.

Such a large group of guards leading the way surely meant Zhong Nan's arrival.

Lin Chen stood up and looked out, and sure enough, Zhong Nan was walking slowly from afar, just like the person Lin Chen had seen that day.

Xiaobai and the three Spirit Beasts were unaware of the situation and were momentarily stupefied. Xiaobai even wished to ask questions immediately, but Lin Chen motioned them to stay quiet.

The fact that Zhong Nan had come to find him must remain a secret, and the matter of him knowing the Dragon Transformation Skill had to be kept absolutely confidential.

Under the anticipating gazes of everyone, Zhong Nan arrived before them, accompanied by Zhang Jin and Zhu Tong on his left and right.

Zhu Tong was the first to speak, "National Preceptor, these are the nine students set to fight for the Spirit Country."

Zhong Nan glanced over the crowd with a smile and said, "You've all worked hard for this occasion."

"Fighting for the country is our honor," Wu Chen immediately responded, "This country is ours as well."

"Good, good indeed," Zhong Nan laughed heartily, but his gaze did not linger on Wu Chen; instead, it settled on Lin Chen.

Lin Chen naturally noticed this. He took a breath and didn't meet his gaze directly.

Zhong Nan's look was just like the last meeting, seemingly able to see right through a person.

This feeling made Lin Chen very uncomfortable...

If Bai Ling becomes the National Preceptor one day, would it also be like this?

...

Following that, Zhong Nan took his seat for a discussion, and the students also sat down one after another.

Zhong Nan was very knowledgeable, discussing great and profound topics, as well as some past events.

He didn't put on airs and answered all the questions Wu Chen and the others raised.

The meeting time was brief, initially arranged for only one hour, but it unexpectedly stretched to an hour and a half. Ultimately, it was Zhang Jin who said, "Teacher, time is almost up."

"Haha, is it time?" Zhong Nan chuckled, standing up while Wu Chen and the others immediately rose.

"In the finals six days from now, do not feel pressured; you've already done exceptionally well."

Lastly, Zhong Nan didn't forget to encourage them. Then Wu Chen, leading the others, bowed and declared, "We respectfully see off the National Preceptor!"

Zhong Nan didn't put on airs and bowed to them in return, finally preparing to turn and leave.

Zhang Jin glanced at the Celestial Shadow Guard's leader, Liao Qing, who also said, "I've already arranged for a batch of Celestial Shadow Guards to pave the way."

Zhang Jin nodded and was about to return to Zhong Nan's side when suddenly a beast's roar sounded.

Immediately afterward, a giant fireball rushed out from the dense forest in the distance.

Before Lin Chen and the others could react, they felt the overwhelming might of the beast. While people were fine, lower-level Spirit Beasts like Xiaobai and the others were suppressed to the point of losing their will to fight.

"Teacher, watch out." Zhang Jin exclaimed, taking one step to position himself in front of Zhong Nan.

Throughout, Zhong Nan remained calm and composed, gazing into the distant forest, pondering something unknown.

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