While Wang Yan was still in a daze, he noticed that countless gazes were on him. Some of them harbored malicious intentions, while others were filled with admiration and fear.
Some people even crossed their arms and looked at him with great interest, gloating over his misfortune.
Wang Yan smiled, not caring that he had become the target of public criticism.
There was no life and death in the Genius Convention, only victory and defeat.
However, once one withdrew from the competition, duels were strictly prohibited. This was the rule set by the Jinling Dynasty, and ordinary people did not dare to violate it.
Unless there were blind people who were blinded by greed and blinded by the resounding gimmick of the Prime Warrior saint.
Their rationality was completely taken over by benefits, and they disregarded their own lives, disregarded the rules, and fought.
However, there was only one outcome for such people, death, and a very tragic death.
Even without Wang Yan doing anything, there would be law enforcers to maintain order and kill them before they could do anything.
It was precisely because of the strict rules set by the Jinling Dynasty that no one dared to make a move, even though they were blinded by greed and stared at Wang Yan.
There was only one reason. The Jinling Dynasty was too powerful. It was known as the ruler of the Dongzhou Continent, and it was not an undeserved reputation.
In the face of the Jinling Dynasty, ordinary forces could only submit or be destroyed.
Only super forces like the Three Temples and the Four Great Families could be respected by the Jinling Dynasty and coexist peacefully.
At this moment, Nangong Lie led a group of people from the Nangong Family to surround Wang Yan and protect him.
At the same time, he instructed others to treat the injuries of Nangong Mulin and Nangong Bahu, while he went straight to Wang Yan with a smile.
"I was right. Little brother, you did not disappoint us. I, Nangong Lie, will remember your kindness."
Faced with Nangong Lie's sudden words, Wang Yan was a little puzzled.
In the agreement between him and Nangong Lie, he had to let Nangong Mulin and the other 20 disciples of the Nangong Family advance to the finals before he could get the rest of the reward.
Nangong Mulin and Nangong Bahu were seriously injured and no longer had the strength to fight.
Although he persisted until the end and did not admit defeat, he was judged to have been eliminated.
The deal between him and Nangong Lie had also been terminated, so how could there be any gratitude?
Seemingly aware of Wang Yan's thoughts, Nangong Lie smiled.
"To tell you the truth, if it wasn't for little brother today, the twenty participating disciples of the Nangong Clan would have all died."
Wang Yan was even more confused. What was wrong with Nangong Lie?
Didn't he see what happened just now?
If it weren't for Nangong Mulin and the others who had tried their best to resist the attacks of ten thousand people before he had completely digested Wei Wuwei's soul power, how could he have suffered such a calamity?
If someone had to thank him, it should be him, not Nangong Lie.
Thinking of this, Wang Yan frowned. "Senior Nangong, I should be the one thanking you."
"If it weren't for Brother Mu Lin and the others who risked their lives to protect me, I'm afraid that the one who died in the Sumeru Mirror would have been me."
As soon as he finished speaking, Wang Yan waved his hand and threw out the storage ring that Nangong Lie had given him earlier.
"The things inside haven't been touched. If Senior Nangong doesn't believe me, you can check it."
After saying that, Wang Yan walked into the guest palace without looking back.
There was still one day before the next competition started, so he had to recover to his peak state to face the finals.
"Little brother, I can't accept this storage ring."
Nangong Lie appeared in front of Wang Yan like a ghost and blocked his way. With a flick of his finger, a wisp of star power rolled up the storage ring and appeared in front of Wang Yan.
"Not only that, but you also have to give me the rest of the reward."
Meeting Wang Yan's puzzled gaze, Nangong Lie took out another storage ring. "This is the rest of the reward. Little brother, you can count it."
Wang Yan's mind raced, but he still could not figure out what Nangong Lie was trying to do.
Feeling helpless, he shook his head and sighed. "Senior Nangong, what exactly do you want me to do? Just say it. There's no need to beat around the bush."
"I definitely can't accept the reward, because I haven't done what I promised you."
Nangong Lie burst into laughter. "Little brother, you're really straightforward. I like it. If that's the case, I won't beat around the bush."
"Little brother, what do you think of my Nangong Clan?"
Wang Yan had thought that Nangong Lie would say something shocking, but he didn't expect it to be such a ridiculous question.
For a moment, Wang Yan thought about it and said in a deep voice, "The four major clans of the East Continent have a long history."
"Every clan has a foundation comparable to the three temples. They are super clans, so of course they are extraordinary."
However, Nangong Lie shook his head. He seemed to be dissatisfied with Wang Yan's answer.
Upon seeing this, Wang Yan raised his eyebrows. "Senior Nangong, you can't be asking me to …"
"That's right, that's exactly what I'm thinking."
Before Wang Yan could finish, Nangong Lie interrupted him with a smile. "How about it? Little brother, are you interested?"
Nangong Lie's eyes flashed slyly. "Of course, as a reward, I'll give you a monthly salary equal to the amount of our previous deal."
In an instant, Wang Yan was stunned on the spot. His handsome face revealed a hint of disbelief.
Not only did he fail to protect Nangong Mulin and the rest to enter the finals, but he also caused them to die.
Not only did Nangong Lie not complain, but he even offered such a tempting offer.
After thinking for a while, Wang Yan understood the reason. His impression of Nangong Lie instantly dropped.
"Senior Nangong, aren't you afraid that your clan will be destroyed because of me?"
"What do you think?"
Wang Yan smiled and nodded. He put away the two storage rings floating in front of him without any psychological burden.
Nangong Lie immediately revealed a victorious smile. At the same time, he felt relieved.
Wang Yan's extraordinary talent and unfathomable strength were exactly what he valued.
"If necessary, I will do my best."
"Okay, little brother, please accept this communication jade pendant."
…
Dormitory A, Room 326.
Wang Yan's Divine Soul withdrew from the two storage rings given by Nangong Lie. A smile appeared on his handsome face.
Bang bang bang …
At this moment, someone suddenly knocked on the door. Wang Yan's Divine Soul scanned and was slightly relieved.
"Come in."
"Master, now that your identity has been exposed, do you still want to continue participating in the Convention of Geniuses?"
The person who came was none other than Wang Jiao.
After pondering for a moment, Wang Yan nodded. Although his identity had been exposed, no one dared to attack him openly.
After all, this was the territory of the Jinling Dynasty, and there were strong rules and restrictions.
Even if it was the Prime Warrior saint Bai Yiyuan, he could only attack him secretly. On the surface, he would never show the slightest killing intent.
"No, at least until the end of the Convention of Geniuses, I am still safe."
As soon as he finished speaking, the door was violently kicked open!
(End of this chapter)