251: The fourth apprentice

On the top of Zizhu Peak, within the small courtyard.

Gu Changge's gaze fell on Wang Xiaopang, who was frozen at the courtyard entrance, and that seemingly gentle look instantly made Wang Xiaopang feel as if he had fallen into an ice cellar.

At this moment, the System's voice rang out in Gu Changge's Sea of Consciousness:

"Ding! Detected Saint-Grade Aptitude, meeting the standard for accepting a Disciple!"

"Disciple Acceptance Reward: Dao of Power."

"Invincible Domain range expanded to one hundred million li."

"Supreme Emperor Weapon - Talisman Pagoda."

"Host, do you wish to accept him as a Disciple?"

Another mission was released. Gu Changge's gaze shifted imperceptibly, and numerous thoughts flashed through his mind.

"Low Grade Saint-Grade, while his Aptitude isn't extremely high, he is still a cultivable talent.

Especially his talent in the Talisman Dao, which is somewhat rare. If he receives true transmission, his future achievements in the Talisman Dao will be immeasurable. It would indeed be a pity for him to be buried in the mortal world like this."

"The System's rewards of the Dao of Power and the expansion of the Invincible Domain are quite generous. As for this Supreme Emperor Weapon, the Talisman Pagoda, it perfectly matches this child's talent, as if tailor-made. The System is indeed good at doing favors."

He chuckled inwardly. The System's rewards clearly pinpointed his thoughts, making it impossible for him to refuse.

"So be it."

Gu Changge's thoughts stirred slightly, "This child's Heart-Nature is resilient and unyielding, he values loyalty, and is responsible, and his talent is also top-notch. System, I'll give you Face."

Gu Changge had already made a decision in his heart, but he did not immediately look at Wang Xiaopang. Instead, he first turned his gaze to Xiao Ruobai, Fang Hanyu, and Ling Xi, who were respectfully standing before him.

His gaze slowly swept over the three of them:

"You've returned. Did you gain anything from this trip?"

Xiao Ruobai stepped forward and respectfully replied, "Reporting to Revered Master, your Disciples did not fail you. Although this journey was full of twists and turns, it also tempered our Heart-Nature, and our comprehension of the Dao has deepened by several points."

Gu Changge lightly hummed, his gaze lingering on the three for a moment, as if he had taken in all their cultivation progress.

"Your Foundation is decent, and your sharpness is just beginning to show, but you still lack three parts of maturity."

His tone was calm, yet it was sharp and to the point, "Especially your control over power, which still needs to be refined. For the next period, cultivate well and do not be impatient."

"Yes, Disciples respectfully obey Revered Master's teachings!"

Xiao Ruobai and the other two replied in unison.

Only then did Gu Changge officially turn his gaze towards Wang Xiaopang.

He didn't speak immediately, but simply observed this chubby young man, who was so nervous that sweat beaded on his forehead and he almost curled into a ball, with his deep, star-like eyes.

This silent gaze was more pressure than any words.

Wang Xiaopang felt as if time had frozen; every second was incredibly long, his heart was about to leap out of his throat, and all the fat on his body trembled slightly.

"Why is the Great Master staring at me? Could it be... could he know about my previous intention to rob Azure Profound Sect Disciples?! I'm finished, I'm finished! Big Brother, save me!"

Wang Xiaopang screamed frantically in his heart, his eyes pleadingly glancing at Xiao Ruobai next to him, but Xiao Ruobai kept his eyes down, as if he hadn't seen anything.

After a few breaths, just as Wang Xiaopang was about to be crushed by the silent pressure, Gu Changge finally spoke slowly, his voice calm, yet precisely calling out a name that made Wang Xiaopang's Soul Flying Away and Spirit Scattering:

"Qin Yuechen."

Wang Xiaopang was struck by lightning, his body trembled violently, and his pupils suddenly constricted!

He... how did he know my real name?!

This name, which he had buried deep in his heart after leaving Central State and had never mentioned to anyone!

Boundless terror instantly engulfed him! But then, a strange sense of relief welled up in his heart.

That's right, with this existence's heaven-shattering methods, what's so strange about him knowing my origins?

Before him, my little disguise and secrets are probably like child's play.

His awe instantly reached its peak.

Gu Changge looked at his instantly pale Face and the terror in his eyes, his tone still calm and unruffled, and continued:

"Your Foundation is covered in dust, but it can still be carved. Your Heart-Nature is resilient and unyielding, which is also rare."

"Are you willing to join my sect and become my fourth Personal Disciple?"

Boom—!!!

These words were like a Nine Heavens thunderclap, striking Wang Xiaopang's head squarely! Exploding him until he was burnt outside and tender inside, his Soul Flying Away!

Join... join his sect? Become this existence's Personal Disciple?!

Huge, unbelievable ecstasy instantly engulfed all his thoughts like a tsunami! He almost suspected he was hallucinating!

He stood frozen in place, mouth agape, eyes wide, unable to utter a single syllable for a long time, as if an invisible force had choked his throat.

Gu Changge looked at his dumbfounded appearance, raised an eyebrow slightly, his tone seeming to carry a hint of faint amusement: "What? Unwilling?"

"Willing... willing! Disciple is willing! A million times willing!!!"

Wang Xiaopang jumped up like a cat whose tail had been stepped on, his voice hoarse and distorted from extreme excitement, with a choked sob. He knelt down with a thud and kowtowed three times with such force that the ground trembled slightly!

"Disciple Qin Yuechen! Greets Revered Master!!!"

Only when his forehead touched the cold ground did the real pain and the impact of ecstasy make him believe that this was not a dream!

"Ding! Disciple acceptance successful! Rewards have been issued to the System space!"

Gu Changge looked at his excited, almost tearful, undignified appearance, a faint, almost imperceptible smile flashing in his eyes, and said indifferently: "Mm. Get up. From now on, you are my Disciple, Gu Changge's Disciple."

"Thank you, Revered Master!!!"

Wang Xiaopang then dizzily got up, his chubby Face full of silly smiles and tears, still feeling as if he was walking on clouds, the unreality strong.

Xiao Ruobai laughed heartily from the side, stepped forward, and clapped Qin Yuechen's shoulder forcefully, saying loudly:

"Good! Little Fatty, from now on we are fellow Senior and Junior Brothers! Welcome to Zizhu Peak!"

His tone was full of genuine joy and welcome; the previous teasing had long disappeared, replaced by brotherly approval and warmth.

Fang Hanyu also walked forward, a faint but genuine curve on the corner of his mouth. He nodded slightly at Qin Yuechen and said concisely: "Congratulations."

These two words, however, weighed a thousand jin, representing complete acceptance.

Ling Xi's clear, cold gaze also fell on Qin Yuechen. She nodded gently, her voice like clear spring water striking jade, with a little less distance: "Fourth Junior Brother."

This address, "Fourth Junior Brother," was her most direct acknowledgment and welcome.

Qin Yuechen looked at his three Senior Brothers and Senior Sister, who now all showed him friendly, even affectionate attitudes. The sense of unreality in his heart was gradually replaced by a huge warm current and excitement.

His nose tingled, and his eyes reddened again. He sniffed hard, with a heavy nasal voice, choked yet extremely solemnly bowed to Xiao Ruobai and the other two:

"Junior Brother Qin Yuechen, greets Senior Brother! Second Senior Brother! Third Senior Sister! Please take care of Junior Brother in the future!"

At this moment, his heart, which had wandered for many years and always been cautious, seemed to have finally found its true home.

Xiao Ruobai smiled and supported him: "We are family, no need for such formality."

He paused, a mischievous glint flashing in his eyes, and deliberately put on a stern Face: "However, Little Fatty, you're not being very honest!

We've been together for so long, and all we knew was your fake name 'Wang Xiaopang', we haven't even seen your true Face! Now that we're family, why don't you quickly let us see your true appearance?"

Three chapters today.