CHAPTER 159: CHAPTER 121: GUILD DISBANDED, SPIRIT ACADEMY SLOT

"Then I will go." Lee Zhen didn’t dawdle either.

"I’ll go with you." Huang Xiaotian was worried he might not be able to communicate well.

Subsequently, the two hurriedly rushed to Qin Shaoshao’s residence.

....

Celestial Spirit Mansion

This is one of the most central locations in Jiuxing City. The courtyard center has a winding corridor, with century-old Vermilion Fruit Trees and Ice Crystal Snow Lotuses planted on both sides, all fruits loved by women. The paved paths and greenery are all meticulously designed, showcasing nobility and luxury.

As you can see, the various major powers in the city dare not slack in keeping Qin Shaoshao.

After all, this is the Celestial Spirit Body Divine Venerable.

Lin Chen had also visited here a few times, but not often.

Just as Lee Zhen and Huang Xiaotian were about to knock on the door, a voice sounded: "Come in."

Lee Zhen and Huang Xiaotian were not surprised, pushing the door open right away.

There were no servants here, so it felt cold.

The two of them made their way to the main hall and saw Qin Shaoshao sitting there, picking flower petals.

The two of them immediately cupped their hands in respect.

Lee Zhen knew that many people wished to see Qin Shaoshao daily, but all met with closed doors.

The fact that she was willing to see the two of them likely had something to do with Lin Chen.

"Senior, we have come to bother you today for a matter," Lee Zhen began speaking.

Qin Shaoshao didn’t lift her head, continuing to pluck the petals.

It wasn’t until Lee Zhen continued: "It’s regarding Lin Chen."

At that moment, Qin Shaoshao’s motion of picking petals slowed, which Lee Zhen and Huang Xiaotian noticed, signaling that there was a chance.

...

Immediately after, Lee Zhen explained the matter about the Spirit Academy quota. Qin Shaoshao, upon hearing, pondered for a moment before only saying one word:

"Okay."

Lee Zhen and Huang Xiaotian were overjoyed upon hearing this, but the former also reminded: "Senior, please don’t mention that it was us who brought it up."

Qin Shaoshao didn’t answer him again.

Recognizing the situation, Lee Zhen and Huang Xiaotian prepared to leave, but just as they turned around, Lee Zhen remembered something else and turned back to say: "There’s also another matter, also related to Lin Chen."

"Speak."

"It’s like this, previously Lin Chen got a Heart of the Ox King in the Cow King Competition, right?" Lee Zhen said, "After a while, once Xiaobai reaches level 20, I plan to take him to find a Catalyst Master, but the journey is long. In the past, I could have the Monster Hunter Team accompany us, but now that I’m no longer the guild president, I fear encountering some robbers on the road."

This time, Qin Shaoshao nodded and said: "Then bring him over to me."

"Alright."

Lee Zhen immediately breathed a sigh of relief.

The Heart of the Ox King is quite valuable, so adding more protective measures just in case is always a good idea.

Afterwards, the two left the Celestial Spirit Mansion, both quite pleased.

"I wonder where this Lin Chen kid will end up in the future," Huang Xiaotian said as he walked.

"One cannot set expectations too high. In a small city like ours, Lin Chen indeed shows exceptional talent, but in the big cities with major powers, he might not gain too many benefits. Let’s just hope that once he gets into the Spirit Academy, he won’t be bullied," Lee Zhen said.

Huang Xiaotian chuckled: "Do you think with his personality, anyone can bully him?"

With that said, Lee Zhen recalled how during the previous assessment, Lin Chen tricked Ning Zimo and made Cai Yuanji work for him.

Lin Chen even went to the Inner Courtyard and "picked on" those people there.

So, Lee Zhen changed his tune and said:

"Then let’s hope he can keep a low profile and leave a bit of fame for our Jiuxing City."

....

Just after the two left, someone arrived at Qin Shaoshao’s Celestial Spirit Mansion.

It was Pang Yuanzheng.

As expected by Lee Zhen, ever since the Spirit Academy quota was issued, the major powers began vying for it.

Pang Yuanzheng also planned to gain personal benefit by selecting an outstanding family member to polish in the Inner Courtyard and then sending to the Spirit Academy.

Until he heard Qin Shaoshao speak.

"Lin Chen?" Pang Yuanzheng realized that something significant had happened.

He remembered Lin Chen, after all, considering Qin Shaoshao’s status, and Lin Chen himself was also a minor celebrity.

"But his Spirit Beast is a Plowhorn Beast, the Spirit Academy might filter him out in the first round," Pang Yuanzheng said.

"If it’s too difficult, then forget it," Qin Shaoshao said calmly.

Pang Yuanzheng broke out in a cold sweat upon hearing this retreat-to-advance tactic.

Qin Shaoshao’s strength was oppressive to him...

Even though he knew Qin Shaoshao wouldn’t take action against him, he felt uneasy.

He thought and then said: "If senior really wants it, it’s not impossible. After all, he’s someone the senior values..."

Pang Yuanzheng stopped abruptly.

What he actually wanted to imply was that he was doing Qin Shaoshao a favor.

Actually, he could very well not give it to Young Master Qin, after all, he is the president of the Beast Tamer Guild.

But now, with a Divine Venerable stationed in Jiuxing City, many cities have heard that a Celestial Spirit Body has appeared in Jiuxing City, which caused a bit of a stir.

Pang Yuanzheng can take advantage of this to strengthen Jiuxing City, expand his achievements, and elevate his career.

Isn’t this better than a spot in the Spirit Academy?

Moreover, if the younger generation goes, who knows if they would be grateful to him.

Pang Yuanzheng said no more, cupped his hands, and took his leave.

...

On the third day, the guild organized a grand banquet, the table full of Demon Beast meat and exotic delicacies.

All the Monster Hunters returned, ready to have their last dinner at the guild.

As the president, Lee Zhen naturally had a few words to say.

The position of the proper president of Jiuxing City has always been vacant, and he has been the vice president for many years.

"Fellow comrades, colleagues, I won’t say much."

"Today is the last day of the Jiuxing City Monster Hunter Guild. Starting tomorrow, this place will be canceled and become the territory of the Beast Tamer Guild."

"I know, some joined here for money, and some are filled with passion, fighting against Demon Beasts..."

"But anyway, we have worked together and experienced a lot."

"If there is any dissatisfaction, I, Lee Zhen, first apologize here..."

...

Lee Zhen spoke and his eyes turned red.

In the end, he couldn’t suppress it anymore and said, "Come, let’s raise a glass."

All the Monster Hunters below said nothing, silently raising their glasses.

Lin Chen and Bai Jiajia, those new members, sat at a table, and their emotions for this place were not deep, so they were a bit at a loss.

"This is an era," Cai Yuanji also said with emotion, "Who knows if people will remember the existence of the Monster Hunter Guild in the future."

"Difficult," Lin Chen replied, "unless the Human-Demon War rekindles."

Others nodded as well.

"Not knowing when we’ll meet again in the future, let’s have a drink too." Cai Yuanji, who was more articulate, also raised his glass.

Finally, everyone drank it all in one go.

The entire banquet lasted a full eight hours, until late at night, and people gradually dispersed.

When Lin Chen was also preparing to leave, he was stopped by Lee Zhen.

Lee Zhen was drunk, it was obvious he hadn’t used his power to dissolve the alcohol. In fact, many people were like this, wanting to be thoroughly drunk.

Lin Chen thought Lee Zhen was asking him to drink with him, so he prepared to fetch wine, only to hear Lee Zhen say, "I refuse to drink with a kid like you, it’s boring."

"..."

"I’ve got some good news for you." Lee Zhen burped as he spoke.

"My severance pay doubled?" Lin Chen’s eyes lit up.

Hearing this, Lee Zhen sobered up a bit, scolded, "Is that the extent of your vision? Think bigger."

Lin Chen knew Lee Zhen was still holding a grudge over that remark at the Dubhe Pavilion about focusing on the big picture, and couldn’t help but smile wryly, saying, "Then it must be that you are going to recommend me to the Inner Courtyard."

During dinner, Lin Chen heard from Cai Yuanji that he had already been recommended by Lee Zhen to go to the Inner Courtyard for further training.

The new batch of guild members all had spots.

"You’re on the right track, but your vision is still too small." Lee Zhen laughed heartily, "Didn’t Huang Xiaotian tell you before? The benefits for the rookie king are tremendous; what the Inner Courtyard has, we have, and what they don’t have, we also have."

Lin Chen froze, then his pupils shrank, looking at Lee Zhen in disbelief, saying, "Are you saying... a Spirit Academy spot?"

"What do you think? Surprised?"

Lin Chen was indeed surprised.

He had already agreed with Cai Yuanji and the others to join the Inner Courtyard, but...

He’s going to the Spirit Academy?

"Why, reluctant to leave this small city?" Lee Zhen asked.

Lin Chen shook his head, smiled, he was naturally delighted.

Since he’s already in this Beast Taming World, as long as safety is guaranteed, he naturally wants to strive for more.

This academy must be much safer than the Monster Hunter Guild.

This was also where Lin Chen always wanted to go...

Previously, it was because he was poor.

"Thank you, President." Lin Chen quickly cupped his hands.

"No big deal." Lee Zhen waved his hand and burped again.

"No, wait a second." Lin Chen suddenly remembered something and said, "Jiuxing City only has one spot, it shouldn’t be up to you."

Upon hearing this, Lee Zhen completely sobered up and directly cussed:

"You little brat, who are you looking down on? Wouldn’t it be a piece of cake for me, Lee Zhen, the dignified president of the Monster Hunter Guild, to get a Spirit Academy spot?"

"...."