Chapter 719 Confidence

In the Divine Artifact Pavilion, Liu Yulong was quite appreciative of Pang Hong. To be honest, he really hadn’t expected that a place like Wang City could produce such a genius.

Someone of Yang Qi’s caliber could only be considered average in the Divine Artifact Pavilion, yet he had managed to teach such a disciple. It was truly a miracle.

Pang Hong’s fundamentals had many rough spots, but his comprehension was top-tier. As soon as Liu Yulong pointed out a correction, the boy not only understood immediately but could also extrapolate to other principles.

Once one reached the Grandmaster level, they could no longer be considered a mere teacher. In the Divine Artifact Pavilion, they were called guides.

The Chairman entrusting Pang Hong to him was, in itself, a sign of high regard.

If he guided him well, it would be his glory too. From the looks of it now, that glory was all but guaranteed. Pang Hong and Zhuo Meng were both geniuses, but of two different types.

Zhuo Meng was comprehensive and meticulous, with an unyielding will—a rare Artifact Refining genius with no blind spots.

Pang Hong, on the other hand, actually had many problems. However, his rare Spiritual Attribute was something any Artifact Refiner would envy.

Without a doubt, Zhuo Meng was destined for great things. Pang Hong, however, might not be able to compare with him in terms of overall achievement, but he had the potential to create one or two Divine Artifacts that would be passed down through the ages.

Liu Yulong was envious, but he wasn’t jealous. He knew that at Pang Hong’s current stage, nothing could hold him back. Gold will always shine. And if it was going to shine in someone’s hands, it might as well be his. At least he would be owed a favor in the future.

However, Liu Yulong had recently heard a very bizarre piece of news. Normally, once one reached the level of an Artifact Refining Master, they didn’t pay much attention to the outside world, but this matter was truly outlandish.

Seeing that Pang Hong had finished a stage of his work, Liu Yulong beckoned him over. “Pang Hong, I heard that Wang Meng is your Uncle-Master. What’s that all about?”

“Grandmaster, he is indeed my Uncle-Master, and also my benefactor,” Pang Hong said respectfully.

It was hard to imagine that someone like Pang Hong, who used to make a little money on the side, would change so drastically. When a whole new world opens up before your eyes, a person is bound to change.

Liu Yulong was an influential figure in the Divine Artifact Pavilion. Hearing this, he couldn’t help but smile. “Frankly, at your level, you don’t need to worry about family factions. When it comes to power, nothing in the entire Cultivation Realm can compare to the Three Major Conferences. You’ll understand this more clearly in the future.”

Pang Hong shook his head slightly. “Grandmaster, this has nothing to do with the Wang Family. I owe all my success today to my Uncle-Master’s guidance.”

Liu Yulong was stunned. He had never met Wang Meng, but he’d heard plenty of stories about him. ‘Could the rumors be false?’

Liu Yulong wasn’t one to pry. “For you, it’s best not to get too involved in worldly affairs. You are at a critical moment right now and must seize it. His Majesty recently summoned the Three Major Conferences and the three major families to discuss preparations for the World’s Number One Dao Field. It’s been basically decided that it will feature three main events: Spirit Control, Alchemy Technique, and Artifact Refining. Although we are Cultivators, we can’t escape the pursuit of fame and fortune. For you, this opportunity is practically once in a lifetime. If you grasp it, your future path will be smooth sailing.”

Pang Hong also knew that Liu Yulong’s words were sincere and true. “Thank you for your guidance, Grandmaster.”

Liu Yulong smiled slightly. “If there’s anything you don’t understand, just come and ask me.”

It was originally thought that Emperor Xuanyuan was just making a small fuss for show, but the situation had taken an unexpected turn.

The Emperor of Great Zhou seemed to want to leave behind a legacy. The matter had even reached the Three Immortals. The Emperor wanted to host the most magnificent Dao Field in the entire Cultivation Realm.

A Dao Field of this level would undoubtedly require the help of the Three Immortals. For an ordinary event, the cooperation of the Three Major Conferences would suffice, but the World’s Number One Dao Field was clearly of extraordinary significance.

Moreover, it wasn’t limited to Great Zhou. Special envoys had already been dispatched with invitations for Great Xia and the other major cultivation powers on the continent.

No matter how you looked at it, the Great Zhou Dynasty was indeed the most prosperous dynasty on this plane and possessed the strength to do so.

But to hold a true World’s Number One Dao Field, the Three Immortals had to give the word. Of course, that was only the first step. The next step would require the support of the Five Emperors.

No one knew what had gotten into Ji Xuanyuan. It was initially thought to be just a way to cover up the awkwardness of the Seventh Princess’s marriage, but who would have expected such a massive undertaking?

Regardless of the final outcome, the scale of this event would be anything but small.

It was the same for the Spirit Control Association. People like Zhan Yingluo had also received notice to prepare well. The major families were also placing immense importance on this; the performance of their family’s disciples in this Dao Field would directly affect their family’s status.

If it ultimately came to pass, it would be an unprecedented Dao Field, the likes of which would never be seen again.

The matter was still uncertain, yet it had already attracted the attention of countless people.

There was always excitement to be found, but this year had a particular abundance. When Wang Meng returned home, he saw Zuojing and Youjing looking nervous.

“What’s the matter? Is business bad?”

“Master, business is great, but… someone from the Wine God Clan came to deliver a challenge. The Wine God is challenging you to a Drinking Contest.”

Zuojing and Youjing were a little scared. After all, the Wine God’s fame shook the world. Among Cultivators, there was no undisputed number one; none of the Three Immortals and Five Emperors dared to claim that title. But in the way of wine, the Wine God was truly number one in the world. He hadn’t taken action in a very, very long time, and now he was doing so for Wang Meng.

Wang Meng smiled. ‘This is great news.’ In fact, given the Wine God’s prestige, this Drinking Contest would be a good thing regardless of victory or defeat, although Master Wang didn’t particularly care.

Zuojing hesitated, then spoke. “The problem is, if we lose, Drunkard Wine has to shut down.”

Wang Meng was taken aback for a moment, then shook his head. “Someone who could reach that level in the way of wine wouldn’t be so petty.”

Youjing handed the written challenge to Wang Meng. After reading it, he just smiled. “This was probably the work of his subordinates. It’s nothing. Since the challenge is here, of course I’ll fight.”

Back in the Small Thousand Realm, Master Wang had combined the Secret Techniques of humans, the Demon Race, and the Dragon Race to ultimately perfect his own way of wine. Coupled with his omnipotent Three Great Laws, his abilities could be said to be heaven-defying.

Legend had it that a single jar of wine from the Star Alliance Leader was more precious than any Immortal Pill and Marvelous Medicine.

Wang Meng’s wine had become a thing of legend; no one could resist it. In his bones, Master Wang still yearned for an opponent. It didn’t matter the path—without an opponent, how could one improve?

Victory and defeat were no longer something he considered. Besides, he believed that anyone who reached that level felt the same way.

The news that Wang Meng had accepted the challenge quickly spread throughout all of Haojing.

This matter also quickly reached the ears of the Wang Family.

“Sect Leader, we have always had an excellent relationship with the Wine God Clan. Wang Meng’s foolishness this time will damage our relations with them!”

Wang Hantian said.

The family elders present all nodded in agreement. They all felt it was unnecessary to offend the Wine God Clan just so that kid Wang Meng could make a little money.

“Wang Ang, what are your thoughts?” Wang Zongzheng asked, his expression unreadable.

(To be continued.)