51: When did the Eight Wonders become worthless?

As Luotian Grand Ceremony officially concluded, many spectators had already chosen to descend the mountain, while some participants remained at the venue.

Most people were curious as to whose hands the Heaven-Reaching Talisman would ultimately fall into.

"Who do you think Old Master Lu Jin will give this Heaven-Reaching Talisman to?"

"That's a no-brainer, it'll definitely be given to the first-place winner."

"That Zhang Chulan fellow already has the Source of Qi; if he gets a Heaven-Reaching Talisman on top of that, it'll be outrageous."

"Exactly. The Source of Qi alone caused The Ten Elders to take action. If the Heaven-Reaching Talisman is also given to him, then in the future, when he leaves, Lin Yuan Zhenren will have to follow him everywhere to protect him."

...

As the discussions continued, Lin Yuan pushed Zhang Chulan, who was in a wheelchair, into the arena.

When Lu Jin took out the small wooden box, everyone present held their breath.

"Chulan, according to the rules, the first-place winner will receive the Heaven-Reaching Talisman. Now, it is yours."

Lu Jin said, then handed the wooden box to Zhang Chulan.

Zhang Chulan lowered his head and took the wooden box with both hands. At this moment, his head, after being electrocuted by Lin Yuan, resembled a braised egg, reflecting light under the sun.

"Thank you, Senior Lu, but... I really cannot accept this Heaven-Reaching Talisman."

"You know, although I haven't seen the Source of Qi, the entire Outsider World doesn't know that the Source of Qi is within me."

"If I were to accept the Heaven-Reaching Talisman today, I'd probably lose my life as soon as I descend Mount Longhu. Please take back this Heaven-Reaching Talisman; I'm already very satisfied to be able to return to Mount Longhu."

Lu Jin looked at Zhang Chulan with some surprise; he hadn't expected to be refused.

"Chulan, you must think carefully. This is the Heaven-Reaching Talisman, one of the Eight Wonders. Are you telling me I have to take back something I've given away?"

At this moment, Old Celestial Master slowly said, "Oh, Old Lu, Zhang Chulan has already said so much. Don't make it difficult for him. If you really want to give it away, give it to the second-place winner."

Lin Yuan raised an eyebrow.

"Oh, then I must thank Master, but this disciple cannot accept it."

Lu Jin's face immediately darkened.

"You brat! What? You have too many unique skills and now you look down on my Heaven-Reaching Talisman?"

Lin Yuan immediately shook his head.

"No, not at all. It's just that I feel Senior Brother Lingyu needs the Heaven-Reaching Talisman more than I do. After all, I can't hog all the benefits, can I?"

"Besides, if I want to learn it in the future, I can just ask him to demonstrate it once. I can learn it by watching it twice anyway."

Hearing this, Lu Jin was so choked up that he couldn't speak.

"You brat! Do you really think the Eight Wonders are worthless radishes and cabbages by the roadside?"

"This is the Heaven-Reaching Talisman, one of the Eight Wonders! I've never seen you two push something away like this! If you don't cherish it, so be it! Lingyu! Do you want to learn it?"

Zhang Lingyu was immediately stunned.

"Ah? I... This junior fears his aptitude is dull and would tarnish the reputation of the Heaven-Reaching Talisman."

"Oh, Senior Brother is just being shy. Here, I'll take it for him."

Lin Yuan said, then immediately grinned and snatched the wooden box from Zhang Chulan's hand, before stuffing it into Zhang Lingyu's arms.

"Hey! It's not given to you for free. Once you learn it, demonstrate it to me later, so that when we practice in the future, you won't say I'm bullying you with the Eight Wonders."

Seeing this, Zhang Lingyu smiled slightly and nodded shyly.

"Then... then thank you, Senior Lu, and thank you, Junior Brother."

Finally, with the Heaven-Reaching Talisman handed over to Zhang Lingyu, this grand Arhat Trial officially concluded.

Although the first place in this session had some questionable aspects, many geniuses emerged in this session.

Especially with the sudden appearance of Lin Yuan, Zhang Lingyu, Wang Ye, Zhuge Qing... and others, the Outsider World is bound to undergo great changes because of these individuals in the future.

At dusk.

Lin Yuan, Zhang Lingyu, and the High-achieving disciples of Tianshi Mansion represented the Tianshi Mansion in seeing off some guests down the mountain.

"Hahahaha! Lin Yuan Zhenren, last time was my fault, I was a bit abrupt. If you have a chance to go down the mountain, I will prepare a feast for you at Tianxia Association to apologize!"

Feng Zhenghao said, patting Lin Yuan's shoulder.

"Hehehe, if I have time to go down the mountain, I will definitely pay a visit."

Lin Yuan cupped his hands.

As one of The Ten Elders, Feng Zhenghao's status was extraordinary. For him to put aside his pride and actively invite him now, frankly, he had ulterior motives.

As for what he was plotting, Lin Yuan could figure it out with his toes.

It must be the Wang family. Not to mention Wang Bing almost crippled Feng Xingtong, just the fact that they also possess Soul Summoning is enough to make Feng Zhenghao wary.

Now that Lin Yuan had openly clashed with the Wang family, if the Feng family wanted to make a move against the Wang family in the future, they could completely ally with him.

This way, the Feng family's risks would be minimized.

"Hahaha! Then it's settled! If you do come, notify Feng Shayan in advance. You both have each other's contact information; I'll have her personally pick you up!"

"Take care."

After Lin Yuan had successively sent everyone down the mountain, the back mountain was practically empty.

Only Old Celestial Master, Zhang Lingyu, Rong Shan, and Xu San were still chatting.

Old Celestial Master saw Lin Yuan return and immediately asked:

"Lin Yuan, have all the guests been sent off?"

"They have all descended the mountain, Master."

"Good, you go about your business. I have something to discuss with Chulan privately."

Zhang Chulan was a little nervous.

"Grandmaster... I..."

"Don't say anything. Come with me to the side hall."

After speaking, Old Celestial Master immediately turned and left. Xu San nudged the somewhat dazed Zhang Chulan, motioning him to follow quickly.

Zhang Chulan now felt as if everything he had experienced was a dream, and the truth was about to surface.

Lin Yuan watched Old Celestial Master and Zhang Chulan walk away, then immediately went to Zhang Lingyu.

"Senior Brother, we should get busy too! Tonight, Master needs to perform the initiation ceremony, and Quansheng will definitely choose this time to strike!"

Rong Shan immediately walked over.

"Lin Yuan, this is not the place to talk. Let's all go to the study; it's quiet there."

Lin Yuan nodded.

"Senior Brother Rong Shan, please trouble you to call Xiao Yuzi to bring Martial Uncle Tian to discuss matters."

Rong Shan nodded meaningfully.

"Hmm... Don't worry, leave it to me. He won't get away."

...

Not long after, in the study of Mount Longhu.

Lin Yuan, Zhang Lingyu, Xu San, Xu Si, and Feng Baobao were all drinking tea, waiting for Tian Jinzhong.

Xu San asked with some confusion:

"Lin Yuan Zhenren, I want to know, what exactly is going to happen tonight? Do we really have to wait for Senior Tian to arrive before you can say anything?"

Lin Yuan looked at Tian Jinzhong and Xiao Yuzi slowly approaching from not far away, a playful smile appearing on his lips.

"Hehehe, haven't you always wanted to capture the acting sect leader of Quansheng? You'll see him in a moment."

"Ah? Do you want to check what you're saying?"

Xu San was a bit bewildered...