Chapter 2824
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Kai simply nodded, feeling deep reluctance to engage with Meng He after learning about his character!
Noticing Kai’s demeanor, Meng He remained unperturbed and shifted his gaze towards Liu Ruyan!
His eyes gleamed with interest as he unabashedly fixed his gaze on Liu Ruyan!
Uncomfortable under Meng He’s scrutiny, Liu Ruyan’s expression soured, prompting her to step back two paces behind Kai!
Kai noticed the unsettling look Meng He directed at Liu Ruyan and shot him a cold glare before addressing Zhu Zhu, “Miss Zhu Zhu, shouldn’t we be lining up?”
“No need for that ……”
“My master instructed me to escort you, so there’s no need to queue while I’m leading the way, just follow me ……”
Following Zhu Zhu’s words, she took Meng He’s hand, and the two shared laughter as they walked ahead!
Kai shook his head. It was clear that Zhu Zhu was putting on a show to benefit herself; Suo Xing Yue had asked him to come and fetch her while also bringing Meng He along early!
There was no way Suo Xing Yue would allow Zhu Zhu to escort Meng He; it had to be Zhu Zhu’s own scheme!
“Let’s go ……”
Kai said, leading Liu Ruyan and the others in following Zhu Zhu!
“Kai, who is that girl?” Liu Ruyan inquired!
“She’s a disciple of Elder Suo, affiliated with the Danyang Sect,” Kai replied!
“So, the guy next to her must be her boyfriend, right? But he really doesn’t seem trustworthy; he was eyeing me in a way that made me uncomfortable!”
Liu Ruyan remarked!
Kai then explained Meng He’s true nature, and upon hearing this, Liu Ruyan expressed her disbelief, “This girl must be foolish to fall for a man like that; she’ll surely end up hurt.”
As their conversation continued, Zhu Zhu guided them to a side entrance of the Pill Master’s Association, which was also guarded, but surprisingly, there was no queue!
Zhu Zhu displayed her Danyang Sect token and proceeded inside without delay!
Witnessing this, Kai couldn’t help but reflect on how the Celestial Realm mirrored the Mundane Realm!
Connections and backdoor dealings made everything significantly smoother!
Once they entered the Pill Master’s Guild, Zhu Zhu untangled herself from Meng He, likely to avoid being seen by Suo Xing Yue!
“Brother Meng, head to the hall by yourself. I believe you’ll claim first place this time ……”
Zhu Zhu said, leaning in to kiss Meng He on the cheek in public view!
“Alright!” Meng He nodded and then walked away!
After Meng He departed, Zhu Zhu led Kai and the others towards the hall!
Upon entering the hall, Kai observed that several pill masters were already waiting!
A few members from the Danyang Sect occupied central seats!
“Master, Mr. Chen has arrived ……”
Zhu Zhu stepped forward to address Suo Xing Yue!
“Mr. Chen, come sit with us ……”
Suo Xing Yue gestured for Kai to join her!
Kai walked over with Liu Ruyan and the others, settling down beside her!
The Third Elder was busy greeting various pill masters who had come to participate in the competition!
Kai engaged in light conversation with Suo Xing Yue, while Zhu Zhu took the chance to flirt with Meng He!
While chatting with Suo Xing Yue, Kai noticed her looking somewhat dazed and asked, “Elder Suo, are you feeling alright?”
“I’m fine, just a bit dizzy. I was once under the influence of a demonic cultivator, which has left some lingering effects on my body; I haven’t fully recovered yet.”
Suo Xing Yue explained!
“Elder Suo, would you like me to take a look?” Kai noticed the unusual pallor on her face!
“No need, I’ll be okay. As a medicine master, I can assess my own condition,” Suo Xing Yue waved her hand, dismissing the idea!
She was reluctant to ask a junior for help in front of so many others, fearing it might be too degrading!
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