There was still one more pillar of light left. Even if I gave up on that pillar, I would still have decent talent and might even be able to enter the Rising Phoenix Rankings. However, if there was a better choice, I wouldn't give up on the fifth pillar for no reason.
It's just that this way, the crowd will be disappointed in me when the time comes.
After thinking about it, I called out to Zhang Wenfei and decided to tell them about it.
When it came to this kind of thing, they would not be so disappointed when the time came. Otherwise, they would inevitably feel sad if they were disappointed when the time came.
I used a calm voice and slowly said to Zhang Wenfei, "You've seen for the past few days that I've been desperately trying to stabilize the Dao Qi in my body. However, my Dao Qi is a bit strange and it still hasn't stabilized. I'm afraid I'll miss the Rising Phoenix Gathering."
"What?"
Zhang Wenfei was stunned. After a while, he asked in disbelief, "How is that possible?
Even our Dao Qi has stabilized. How could this happen to you? "
With that, he continued with a worried expression, "Is there something wrong with your Dao Qi?
How about I get my senior brother to take a look? "
I quickly shook my head, "There's nothing wrong with my Dao Qi. I can sense it, but because my cultivation is different from ordinary people, I'll need around two more days to stabilize my Dao Qi. I most likely won't be able to make it for the Rising Phoenix Gathering."
"What should we do?
Our branch is counting on you to gain face. "
Zhang Wenfei hastily asked, "How about we contact the headquarters and ask them to postpone the Rising Phoenix Gathering for two more days?"
As soon as he said this, even he knew it was impossible. Without waiting for my reply, he bitterly smiled, "That definitely won't work …"
The group discussed for a long time. In the end, everyone looked dejected. Zhang Wenfei helplessly said, "If it really doesn't work, then we can only do this. However, Zhou Yi, you should try your best to stabilize your Dao Qi. You won't be able to make it for the Rising Phoenix Gathering. As long as we're still at the headquarters, it'll be safer for you to undergo the Dragon Qi Baptism."
He had the same thought as I did. I nodded, "I'll try my best. I should be able to completely stabilize my Dao Qi in around two days."
After we finished talking, Xu Shuxing suddenly pointed in the distance. "Look, the people from the Yunnan branch are here."
We raised our heads in astonishment. At the entrance of the venue, Bai Qiwen was brought in by the staff of the headquarters. However, what was strange was that there was no one else around him. He walked all the way into the venue alone.
I turned around to check. At this moment, only the Gui area was empty. The other areas were all occupied.
It seemed that Bai Qiwen was the only one in the Yunnan branch who had reached the Qi Drawing Realm and was qualified to participate in the Young Phoenix Gathering!
Although I was the one who had injured all of them that day, the result still surprised me.
Of course, he was only surprised. This group of people had done the first thing, so they couldn't blame him for retaliating. They were the ones who committed the sin first, so they had to pay the price. That was fair.
"Haha, those shameless bastards! So what if they snatched our spots? Didn't they still end up back in Area Gui?
Trash should go back to where they belong. "
At that moment, Bai Qiwen happened to pass by us. Xu Shuxing wasn't polite and deliberately mocked him loudly.
Bai Qiwen's footsteps stopped. He lifted his head to look at us. His gaze finally stopped on me.
His eyes were filled with resentment, but at the same time, there was also an intense fear. It seemed that I had left a deep scar on him that day.
Because of Bai Qiwen and the Yunnan branch, Xu Shuxing and the others had almost ruined their futures. Even if things didn't develop to that point, they still felt resentful. After Xu Shuxing finished speaking, the others also started to mock him.
Bai Qiwen didn't retort. I guessed that he didn't dare to retort. After glancing at me, he immediately lowered his head and left.
The members of the Guangdong branch angrily sat down, but they were still cursing the Yunnan branch.
At that moment, I suddenly felt a burning gaze looking at me from the side.
I subconsciously turned my head and saw Lu Zhenyang sitting not far from me.
I hadn't noticed before, but it turned out that the Beijing branch was also sitting in Area B.
Lu Zhenyang's gaze was sinister. When he saw me turn my head to look at him, he didn't avert his gaze. Instead, he revealed a cold and resentful smile.
I found it strange. Whether it was injuring Zhang Wenfei or secretly provoking the other branches to deal with us, it was all because of his tricks. Now, he was resentful towards me. It was really strange.
Even if I said that he had injured Zhang Wenfei on the stage, it wasn't a big deal according to the standard of him injuring Zhang Wenfei.
Moreover, we had a life and death duel. Logically speaking, he should be grateful that I didn't kill him.
It was a pity that some people weren't meant to be reasonable. They only allowed themselves to deal with others. If others dared to resist, it was definitely the other party's fault.
There was no need to pay attention to such people. Although the Lu family in the capital was powerful, I didn't believe that they could do anything to me in the Metaphysics Society.
When I returned to Shenzhen, I definitely wouldn't stay in the Shenzhen branch for long. At that time, I wouldn't be afraid of him playing any tricks.
This was the reason why I dared to take away his yellow and white seal artifact.
Just as I turned my head to ignore him, he stood up and walked towards us.
After all, he was a member of the Lu family in the capital. When the other members of the Beijing branch saw him walk over, they immediately followed behind him loyally, as if they were afraid that he would be at a disadvantage.
Seeing them like this, Zhang Wenfei and the others immediately stood up from their seats and stood around me. They glared at the members of the Beijing branch.
Lu Zhenyang completely ignored our actions. He walked in front of me and stood still. He said to me in a sharp voice, "Zhou Yi, I was careless and was defeated by you once during the ranking competition. But don't be too happy. This is the Young Phoenix Gathering. After today, I will let you know what a genius is!
Also, I advise you to return my Mount Tai Seal to me. Our Lu family isn't someone you can mess with! "
So that yellow and white seal was called the Mount Tai Seal. I didn't know if it had anything to do with the Mount Tai Stone … This guy was quite interesting. He didn't dare to challenge me this time, so he came to speak ruthlessly to me.
I was speechless at his actions. It seemed that he was addicted to speaking ruthlessly. It was the same during the previous championship. At that time, when I had just sat down at the venue, the first person I saw was him going to speak ruthlessly to Han Wennan. It was a pity that Han Wennan only replied with a "Scram".
I wasn't as domineering as Han Wennan. I just shook my head and smiled. "What does it have to do with me whether you're a genius or not?
If you want that Mount Tai Seal of yours, you have to fight me to the death. If you can get it back, it's yours. "
"You!" Lu Zhenyang was instantly angry. He pointed at me and said angrily, "Alright, wait if you have the guts."
With that, he let out a cold snort and returned to his seat with his large group of people.
After they left, Zhang Wenfei came over and said to me worriedly, "Zhou Yi, why don't you return the Mount Tai Seal to him? He's the son of the Lu family. Although the artifact he has might not be as precious as Han Wennan's Heavenly Master artifact, it's definitely not ordinary. If the Lu family really wants to pursue the matter, you'll be at a disadvantage."
I smiled and shook my head. "Since the Lu family is a big family, they won't be so dishonest. If they want it, they can come and talk to me. I'll definitely return it to them. However, if they really want to use their power to oppress them, although I don't have a strong background, I have a body full of tough bones."
"But … the situation is stronger than the person!"
Zhang Wenfei tried to persuade me again. "Among the big families in the metaphysics world, ancient families like Mt. Mang's Zhang family and Qinling's Han family are still fine. They will leave some leeway. However, the Lu family is famous for being protective. They can use any method. Why do you have to fight for your honor?"
I shrugged and continued to smile at him. "What methods can they use?
At most, I'll find a deep forest to hide after I leave the Metaphysics Society. I don't believe that the Lu family can find me. "
Zhang Wenfei sighed helplessly after hearing what I said. In the end, he couldn't do anything about it.
It wasn't that I had to take the Mount Tai Seal for myself, but Lu Zhenyang was really despicable. If he came and talked to me nicely, I would definitely return it to him.
However, he was still acting so arrogant. If I were to return it to him, I would despise myself.
Furthermore, after hearing that the seal was called the Mount Tai Seal, I was suddenly interested.
After all, when I first reached the Qi Gathering Realm, I relied on the dragon vein energy on the Mount Tai Stone. What is this Mount Tai Seal? I have to find some time to study it.
Very soon, President Gu of the Metaphysics Society appeared in the hall and gave a speech on the rostrum. Looking at his amiable smile, I couldn't see any signs of depression after the incident with the dragon vein.
Although President Gu was the president, he didn't seem to be in charge. Just like last time, he quickly left the hall after his speech. The remaining work of the Young Phoenix Society was handled by the vice presidents of the Metaphysics Society.
There were two vice presidents. The first one was a bald, middle-aged man. He looked cold and didn't seem to be easy to get along with.
The other one was an old acquaintance of mine, Yang Shilong.
Apart from the two of them, there were dozens of Fengshui Masters wearing the black robes of the Metaphysics Society that walked in.
Yang Shilong and the other vice president introduced themselves to us on the rostrum. I then found out that the bald, middle-aged man was called Dan Feng.
After the two of them finished their self-introductions, they didn't say anything else and immediately arranged for the dozens of Fengshui Masters to sit with our branch teams. They were to protect us during the Dragon Qi baptism.
Due to the special circumstances, I had to tell Yang Shilong about my situation first.
After he finished distributing the work, he happened to pass by me and I hastily called out to him.
After all, we were old acquaintances and we had gone through life and death together in the Fire God Temple. Yang Shilong's expression was still amiable as he greeted me with a smile.
I considered my tone and briefly told him about my situation.
When I spoke, my voice wasn't low, so the people nearby could hear me. Lu Zhenyang was probably paying attention to me. After I finished, Yang Shilong frowned and didn't say anything. Lu Zhenyang stood up and said to me excitedly, "It turns out that the Dao Qi in your body hasn't stabilized yet!
Then why are you still being rude to me?
I'm afraid that you won't even be able to reach the pressure point realm this time. Hehe, just you wait. During the Young Phoenix Spreading Wings challenge tomorrow, I'll look for you first!
Didn't you want to have a life and death duel with me?
Hmph!
I'll fight with you then!
I'll take back my Mount Tai seal and take your life … Zhou Yi, wash your neck clean and wait! "