Old Wang's words made several pairs of eyes turn sharply toward him. Li Hua and the others could look at Xu Fan with disdain or fury, but when facing Old Wang, they showed restraint and doubt.

As the guardian of the Book Depository, Old Wang practically never lifted his head from an ancient tome, irrespective of who approached. He would only speak when lending or receiving books; it was unexpected for him to say such things now.

This time, Old Wang, fearing they hadn't heard clearly, spoke again to Xu Fan, "Boy, I see your courage, and indeed you need my assistance, so these complete battle techniques, consider them a gift. You can comprehend them thoroughly within the Book Depository before leaving."

Old Wang made his intentions remarkably clear this time, yet Li Hua and the others only grew more puzzled and mystified.

Who really is Old Wang? As the guardian of the Book Depository, he's likely been here for decades. Over these years, countless talents emerged in the base, but none ever heard of Old Wang favoring anyone.

Why, of all days, does Old Wang suddenly show such clear favoritism toward Xu Fan, even gifting him these complete battle techniques to comprehend?

Moreover, Feng Wu just mentioned Xu Fan would eventually leave the Book Depository, yet Old Wang said Xu Fan could stay as long as he wished, clearly an affront to Feng Wu!

Shocked, Li Hua and the others watched the suddenly vocal Old Wang.

Li Hua, Feng Wu, and Long Qing exchanged glances but chose not to trouble Xu Fan, instead turning eager eyes toward Old Wang—Feng Wu included, despite being undermined.

The layers for battle techniques and cultivation techniques are Heaven Rank, Earth Rank, and Mysterious Rank. Heaven and Earth Rank techniques rarely circulate, with Hidden World Families retaining only a few Mysterious Rank techniques. Not even Li Hua and the others can access them.

Even though the Book Depository contains mostly low-tier techniques, the essence has long been removed. Complete techniques are likely of Mysterious Rank, making them precious treasures!

Compared to the worth of a Mysterious Rank technique, what is a little humiliation?

Li Hua broke the silence first.

"Well... Old Wang, I, Li Hua, also want to comprehend these complete battle techniques. Can Old Wang gift them to me...?"

Li Hua's stance was humble, bowing so low his spine almost touched the ground before Old Wang.

However, Old Wang glanced at Li Hua dismissively, his voice indifferent. "Do you think this Book Depository is a charity? Wanting something, and I'll just give it to you?"

Old Wang echoed back the words Li Hua had previously said to Xu Fan.

Li Hua and the others looked bewildered at Old Wang's words.

Wasn't Old Wang just very warm earlier? Xu Fan simply said he needed help, and Old Wang immediately offered complete techniques, yet Li Hua's respectful request, far humbler than Xu Fan's, was rejected?

Deep down, Li Hua and the others never saw Xu Fan as important, but witnessing the disparity in their treatment left their faces burning.

More than anything, they were confused by Old Wang's actions.

Everyone knows the Book Depository isn't a charity, so why did Old Wang gift the complete battle techniques to Xu Fan? Allowing him to comprehend them freely inside?

Li Hua glared at Xu Fan bitterly before questioning Old Wang, "Old Wang, we know the Book Depository isn't a charity, but why give the complete battle techniques to this Xu Fan? If he can borrow them, why can't we?"

Long Qing and Feng Wu subtly stood beside Li Hua to pressure Old Wang.

Why could an inferior individual receive battle techniques while the more accomplished ones, like themselves, could not even catch Old Wang's notice?

The trio was unaware of the unspoken bond between Old Wang and Xu Fan. Xu Fan, under current circumstances, could practically pack up the Book Depository for the Grey Wolf Team, and Old Wang would support it.

Ultimately, if Xu Fan fails in the upcoming competition, it would impact Old Mu. Old Mu and his siblings have struggled here for decades and now saw a glimmer of hope that must not be extinguished.

Therefore, Old Wang protected Xu Fan vehemently.

Facing Li Hua and the others' questions, Old Wang showed slight anger, and a terrifying aura arose from him, akin to an ancient beast awakening. His gaze pierced them like hunter's prey.

"Who do you think you are? Do I need to explain my actions to you?"

"Scram!"

Old Wang flicked his sleeves, spiritual power formed a massive hand gripping the trio, and he tossed them out the ninth-floor window.

Bang!

The sound of bodies hitting the ground echoed with faint cries of pain. Old Wang frowned, waved his hand to seal the window with spiritual power, restoring peace to the world.

Xu Fan, all along like an observer, watched quietly. Witnessing Old Wang's power burst forth, he was slightly surprised.

Though not the strongest of the four siblings, Old Wang's aura made Xu Fan feel unnerved. He sensed that even at peak performance, confronting Old Wang would yield no chance of winning.

Old Wang surpassed the Elder at the Elixir Pharmacy; though both are in the Zhiwei Realm, their strength differs immensely.

Xu Fan felt a heavier weight on his shoulders, but his expression was flawless. He smiled at Old Wang with some excitement, "Old Wang, that was majestic! It's quite satisfying to see those three finally put in their place!"

Old Wang smiled kindly and nodded, "You remind me of my younger self, so I want to help you. But remember, today I may assist you, but next time it's up to your own abilities."

"I have two Mysterious Rank battle techniques and two Mysterious Rank cultivation techniques here; choose one."

Next chapter will be updated first on this website. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

If you find any errors ( broken links, non-standard content, etc.. ), Please let us know < report chapter > so we can fix it as soon as possible.