84: Ten Ministers Meeting, Luo Ningyan's Show of Good Will

A certain mysterious place.

Surrounded by white clouds, it felt like being at an altitude of ten thousand meters.

Around a golden round table were ten seats, engraved with different inscriptions.

Seven illusory and hazy figures sat in seven of the seats.

One of them could faintly be seen wearing a mage robe, her body surrounded and flowing with brilliant rosy clouds. Beneath the hood of the robe, a woman's fair, delicate, and pointed chin was revealed, exuding a mysterious and noble temperament.

It was none other than Yuan Ling, who had once appeared in the dungeon world.

"Bzzt, bzzt."

A stream of blue data flashed past.

Bai Huang's figure, shrouded in blue light, appeared.

"You're here," said an aged voice.

Bai Huang lowered his head and bowed.

"Regarding this incident, we have already received the report. You cannot shirk the blame for such an oversight."

Another figure said in a majestic male voice.

Bai Huang said in a deep voice, "Regarding this incident, it was indeed my oversight, and I am willing to bear all responsibility."

The aged voice said, "Forget it. Considering that you handled the situation appropriately and did not cause excessive casualties, your merits and demerits offset each other, so we won't pursue this further."

"Let this be a warning."

Bai Huang breathed a sigh of relief.

Another dark figure spoke, "Regarding the matter mentioned in the report where four examinees joined forces to kill the Yin Lord Clone, I want to ask you once more, is that correct?"

Bai Huang nodded, "Correct."

"It's true."

Yuan Ling spoke, her voice as crisp as a bell, "I can verify this matter."

Bai Huang said, "The quality of this year's examinees is very high. Two or three of the students in the top ten Rank comparable to previous years' provincial top scorers. Especially among those four examinees, the one named Jiang Yuan is also this year's national top scorer. I believe he already possesses the strength to kill a Tier 4 Vicious Beast."

"But that still doesn't reach the level of being able to kill the Yin Lord Clone."

"What if we add a relic?"

"A relic?"

"Yes, in order to let them save their lives, I brought in a few relics before entering the dungeon and lent them out."

"Absurd! How can dangerous things like relics be handed over to examinees?!" the majestic voice said sternly, "Take them back immediately."

"It's not that serious, is it?"

Yuan Ling mediated, "At least the outcome is good."

The aged voice said, "Top Prodigies can burst out with unimaginable potential between life and death. If the effect of a relic is triggered as well, perhaps a miracle could truly be triggered. Killing the Yin Lord Clone is not entirely impossible."

The remaining six figures looked at each other.

A round and plump figure smiled and said, "Then let's believe it for now. Director Bai Huang, you will handle the aftermath of this matter."

"Yes. I have decided to announce a part of the matter to the public; they have the right to know the truth. The efforts and contributions of the examinees should not be buried in dust," Bai Huang said.

The aged voice said, "As you like, but I must warn you. In past years, some Geniuses were praised too highly, leading them to be blindly arrogant and challenge some dangerous Forbidden Grounds, ultimately meeting a miserable end with a tragic conclusion."

"Placing a Genius under the public spotlight too early is not necessarily a good thing."

A burly figure who had been silent all along said in a booming voice, "Good at killing enemies and winning against the strong with weakness, he should come to the military!"

A lazy youth's voice sounded, "That would only make him die faster, right? How many Prodigies have entered the military in the past, only to die under the frantic attacks of Abyss monsters?"

"Hmph, a man has the grand ambition to serve his country; dying on the battlefield is a fitting end!"

The youth's phantom ignored him, looked at Bai Huang, and said in a lazy voice:

"Let me remind you once more, that fellow Yin Lord holds grudges. Having suffered such a big loss this time, he will definitely not let the matter rest."

"Aside from the Abyss Believers who worship him, the Church of Suffering and the Undead Research Institute will probably also set their sights on these few examinees. Corrupting and winning over Geniuses and Prodigies has always been their goal."

Bai Huang fell silent.

"Alright, today's Ten Sovereigns Meeting ends here."

"You may return."

...

Before leaving school, Jiang Yuan was instructed several times by Liu He to pay attention to safety.

Not even feeling at ease, he wanted the Vice Principal to send him back.

He was refused with a smile by Jiang Yuan.

"This is too exaggerated."

"Besides, Commander Lu of the Patrol Division is here. Even the Abyss Believers wouldn't dare commit crimes in broad daylight, right?" He looked at Lu Beili aside.

Lu Beili said indifferently, "That's not necessarily true. You never know what those reckless lunatics will do, especially you. Having provoked an Abyss Lord and been cursed by it, you are undoubtedly their biggest target right now. The best way is not to let them know your movement trajectory."

"..."

"Just in case, Classmate Jiang Yuan, let me give you a ride on my way back," Luo Ningyan smiled and invited him, overhead being a purple air shuttle.

"... Then I'll have to trouble you."

It wasn't Jiang Yuan's first time riding an air shuttle, but it was his first time riding such a luxurious one. The operation panel was controlled by an optical brain, inlaid with a large number of crystals, and engraved with numerous defensive magic arrays. Both defense and speed were maxed out.

The living facilities inside were fully equipped, all of which were Advanced custom-made. The air was permeated with the fragrance of aromatherapy made from Advanced medicinal herbs, making it incomparably luxurious.

Luo Xi was sleeping exceptionally sweetly on the bed beside them.

Seeing this, Jiang Yuan couldn't help but sigh with emotion.

As expected of the president of the Pharmacist Association, she was truly wealthy.

"I've already set the address, and we'll be there in about three minutes." Luo Ningyan smiled and sat down beside Jiang Yuan, handing over a chilled nutritional fruit juice, "Please enjoy."

"Thank you."

"My Luo Xi should have received a lot of care from you in the dungeon, right? I know her strength very well."

"Uh... well... it's alright..."

Jiang Yuan really wanted to say that your daughter owes me 500 million, please help pay it back, but considering her identity as a Tier 8 Mental-type transitioned Martial Artist, he dismissed the thought.

Luo Ningyan looked at the handsome youth with black hair and golden eyes beside her, her eyes filled with appreciation.

"Classmate Jiang Yuan, what do you think of my Xi'er? How about you become our family's matrilocal son-in-law?"

"Pfft!"

The fruit juice in Jiang Yuan's mouth sprayed right out.

"Hahaha, just kidding." Luo Ningyan smiled, pressing against his arm, leaned close to Jiang Yuan's face, staring into his eyes with those seductive purple eyes, her pursed cherry lips full of seductive luster.

"Such a big reaction, Classmate Jiang Yuan, could it be that you've never been in a relationship?"

Jiang Yuan's mind felt as if it were about to be sucked in by her gaze, and countless romantic images surfaced in his mind.

But soon he found something was wrong.

This is... a charm skill?

Seeing his eyes clear up, Luo Ningyan was stunned and felt surprised once more.

Her charm skill couldn't even be perceived by ordinary Tier 5 transitioned Martial Artists.

This child actually...

He was indeed extraordinary in terms of Mental Energy.

In that case, although his Rank was a bit low, perhaps he would be the best candidate to do that thing...

"President Luo, do you have something to tell me?"

Luo Ningyan came back to her senses and smiled, "I want to ask you, would you like to join the Pharmacist Association?"

"The Pharmacist Association?" Jiang Yuan was stunned, "Isn't that something only auxiliary-class pharmacists can join after transitioning?"

"Indeed, the majority of people in the Pharmacist Association are pharmacists, but there are also some non-pharmacist members. Those who can join the Pharmacist Association in a non-pharmacist capacity are either wealthy scions with massive resources, powerful guild public figures, or potential Genius rising stars. Ordinary transitioned Martial Artists cannot receive an invitation."

"And becoming a member of the Pharmacist Association, besides being able to meet some upper-class figures, also allows you to purchase required potions at lower prices internally."

Jiang Yuan was somewhat tempted, but still asked, "There shouldn't be pie falling from the sky, right? If I join, what do I need to pay?"

"High-quality pharmaceutic Materials," Luo Ningyan smiled, "This is the trading chip that non-pharmacist members need to pay."

The air shuttle stopped, and the artificial optical brain issued a voice prompt,

"Binhu Residential Area has arrived."

A slightly regretful smile appeared on Luo Ningyan's face as she smiled at Jiang Yuan, "The time is too short. I still wanted to chat more with you, Classmate Jiang Yuan. It seems being too fast is not necessarily a good thing."

"You can go back and think about it, and give me your answer next time we meet."

Jiang Yuan nodded.

"Right."

Luo Ningyan summoned her attribute panel and smiled,

"Let's add each other as friends."