Engagement Canceled: I Can Extract Prefixes - Chapter 501 - 497: The Remaining Two Slots

In the eyes of certain high-ranking individuals, those with insignificant power are like specks of dust.

Some specks of dust fall onto the shoes of those high-ranking individuals, and they take a few steps forward.

Which can allow these specks of dust to obtain glory they could never have achieved in their lifetime.

But sometimes, these specks of dust might disturb the high-ranking individuals.

They would then brush them off and step on them without hesitation.

In Yao Zhonggu’s eyes, Shen Han, a disciple from the Outer Domain sect, was someone constantly scheming to climb up.

He had already angered him.

Even if he had solved the Secret Realm, helping Snow Mountain House.

He still needed to be dealt with accordingly.

Celestial Sword Sect.

Seeing Shen Han and the other two return, Vice Sect Leader Yi Qi was all smiles.

This year’s demands by Snow Mountain House had already been attempted by several sects, but none could solve the Secret Realm puzzle.

In the end, it was Yi Qi who stood firm against opposition.

He arranged for Shen Han, along with Su Jinyu and Fu Tianqi, to proceed together.

No one expected that these individuals, not initially favored, would complete the task so perfectly.

This recent series of events greatly boosted the prestige of Vice Sect Leader Yi Qi.

The power of the Grand Elder all but disintegrated.

Now, Celestial Sword Sect increasingly respects Yi Qi’s leadership.

After all, the decisions he made have been proven to be flawless so far.

In the courtyard, they chatted with Yi Qi for quite some time.

Yi Qi, quite intrigued, inquired about various issues within the Secret Realm.

“You three cooperated unexpectedly well. If there’s another opportunity, I’ll have you three take on the task again.”

Hearing these words from Vice Sect Leader Yi Qi, Su Jinyu and Fu Tianqi both showed a wry smile.

“Vice Sect Leader, saying this sounds like you’re mocking me and Junior Sister Su…

The insights into the Secret Realm puzzle were almost entirely thanks to Brother Shen.

In some sense, Junior Sister Su and I were merely there for show…”

“Senior Brother Fu might not have stated it strongly enough. Without me and Senior Brother Fu, it’s possible Shen Han would have had an even easier time…”

Their extreme praise made Shen Han slightly embarrassed.

“It’s not as exaggerated as you say…”

They chatted and laughed, and during this, Yi Qi also went over the details about training in the Forbidden Land with the three.

As it approached 7:00 PM, Vice Sect Leader Yi Qi invited the three to a small courtyard about ten miles outside the sect.

There, a sumptuous meal had been prepared in advance.

At the dining table, the Sect Leader of Celestial Sword Sect, Yu You, was already waiting.

Seeing him, after descending from the Magical Artifact, the three juniors quickly offered their greetings.

“No need for formalities; the reason for arranging this gathering outside the sect is to make you feel more at ease.”

Yu You said gently, but he seemed somewhat displeased.

“Sit wherever, be at ease.

Achieving such results is no easy feat.”

The three found seats, but with the presence of the elders and high-ranking members of the sect, they still felt somewhat constrained.

After sitting, Yu You and Yi Qi prompted the three to try the dishes.

The food tasted good, but all three knew their invitation was likely for some discussions.

“The training in the Forbidden Land has a total of five spots; you’ve taken three, leaving two. Do you have any ideas on whom to choose?”

Yu You asked directly, looking at the three of them.

“Express your opinions freely, whether it’s suggesting based on personal ties or someone’s suitability,” Yi Qi added.

Hearing this, Su Jinyu and Fu Tianqi looked toward Shen Han.

Both were relatively self-aware, knowing it relied on Shen Han.

Regarding the remaining two spots, they wisely kept silent.

However, Shen Han didn’t know whom to suggest.

After thinking for a moment, Shen Han was about to speak when Yi Qi, beside him, gestured.

“You can’t suggest Yi Xingshan, that kid.

The training in the Forbidden Land of Snow Mountain House is a rare opportunity, and who knows when we’ll secure it next.

Such an opportunity is only fit for someone at the Loose Immortal Realm stepping into the True Immortal Realm.

Yi Xingshan, that kid, doesn’t measure up.

Moreover, if he were to go, there would be daily accusations within the sect of favoritism.”

Yi Qi said with a smile, in a joking tone.

Yet, if Yi Xingshan can’t be suggested, Shen Han truly doesn’t know whom to propose…

In terms of friendships, he doesn’t know many.

Seeing Shen Han’s hesitation, the Sect Leader of Celestial Sword Sect waved his hand.

“Alright, let’s not make it difficult for you.

Of the five spots, excluding you three, two remain.

Since both of you credited Shen Han’s contributions, one spot goes to Celestial Sword Sect and the other to Star Tower.

As for the sole qualification to participate in the competition, that will be decided by the sect.”

Hearing this, the group was somewhat surprised by the generosity of Celestial Sword Sect’s Sect Leader.

However, this decision was acceptable to all.

“Alright, this matter is settled.

Let’s eat before these dishes get cold.”

Yu You, as the Sect Leader, invited them to enjoy the meal.

While speaking, he raised his cup, toasting with the group.

Beside him, Vice Sect Leader Yi Qi engaged in lively discussions.

This time, solving the Secret Realm brought significant recognition to Celestial Sword Sect, causing joy among the leadership.

Previously, the top-tier sects Liuyun Sect and Broken Cliff Mountain dispatched disciples as well.

But ultimately, they all returned empty-handed.

The two sects even publicly declared that Snow Mountain House clearly aimed to exclude other sects’ disciples from training by setting increasingly harsh conditions over the years.

Yet unexpectedly, Celestial Sword Sect managed to resolve the situation.

As they talked and laughed, the Sect Leader Yu You still appeared stern.

After some hesitation, Fu Tianqi couldn’t help but ask.

“Sect Leader, is there something troubling you? You seem…”

Hearing this, Sect Leader Yu You quickly waved it off.

“No misunderstanding, I merely encountered some vexing matters.

Concerning your achievement in securing the Forbidden Land training, I’m genuinely happy for you.”

Beside him, Yi Qi also showed a hint of helplessness: “Your Sect Leader spent fifteen years gathering materials, finally assembling them three months ago.

An esteemed Great Medicine-Refining Master was invited to craft the Pill.

The result came two days ago, and unfortunately, the Pill-making was rather unsuccessful…

Impurities were mixed in, rendering it a complete waste…

After such a long preparation, even someone of the Sect Leader’s temperament would feel disheartened.”

With Yi Qi’s explanation, they quickly understood.

“Was there no compensation from that Alchemist…?”

Su Jinyu couldn’t help but ask, to which Yu You chuckled.

“Child, do you think Alchemists are of such low status?

Even with Alchemists as common as cattle in the world, such a situation likely wouldn’t occur.”