"You're Zhao Ziyi?"

The White-Browed Elder slightly raised his eyes, his gaze sweeping across Zhao Ziyi's face like a torch. His tone was calm yet carried an undeniable authority as he slowly spoke.

He had lived for over three hundred years and seen countless people. With just one glance, he could sense a hint of displeasure in Zhao Ziyi's furrowed brows.

Based on his profound insight into physiognomy, his first impression of Zhao Ziyi was that she was a heartless, cruel, and mean-spirited person.

To be fair, Zhao Ziyi's talent is considerable, but she is far from being considered a genius.

After all, she came from the prestigious Zhao family, a top-tier aristocratic family in Yanming City.

The Zhao family not only wields immense power, but also has a deep cooperative relationship with the Divine Doctor Valley.

Zhao Ziyi had taken those precious Body Tempering Pills and Meridian Opening Pills as if they were everyday meals since she was a child, and she had taken countless of them.

It was precisely because of this that she was able to break through numerous constraints and enter the realm of Martial Grandmaster.

As for her later success in establishing her foundation, it was thanks to the precious Foundation Establishment Pill from the Dragon Abyss Sword Sect.

Moreover, Elder Bai Mei also learned from Chen Tingxue's letter that Zhao Ziyi had committed the despicable act of poisoning Fang Han.

He naturally did not want to keep such a scoundrel within the sect, lest he tarnish the reputation of the Wuji Sect.

However, right now, he and Chen Tingxue are both eager to capture Ouyang Yan, who once manipulated them and lured them to Yin-Yang Mountain to steal the Yin-Yang Tree.

Therefore, he decided to put on an act for the time being and cooperate with Fang Han's plan.

"Yes, this junior is Zhao Ziyi from the Dragon Abyss Sword Mansion."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Ziyi quickly and respectfully responded.

She deliberately emphasized that she had only studied at the Longyuan Sword Academy, but never mentioned that she had entered the Longyuan Sword Sect and was eventually expelled.

She knew in her heart that once this matter was brought up, it would inevitably lead to unnecessary trouble and disputes.

Now, she only wishes to enter the Wuji Sect smoothly, and she never mentions anything that is detrimental to this.

"It is said that you are the sword master of the Dragon Abyss Sword Palace, so you should naturally join the Dragon Abyss Sword Sect. Moreover, you have already won the favor of the Sword Maniac, who is willing to take you as his disciple. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Why would you give up such a good opportunity and come to our Wuji Sect instead?"

The White-Browed Elder continued to ask, his tone remaining calm and indifferent, making it difficult to fathom his true thoughts.

"Old Sect Master, please understand that my entry into the Dragon Abyss Sword Sect was arranged by my elders. At that time, I was young and ignorant and did not understand the implications. However, in the past year or two, I have heard about the deeds of Sect Master Chen Tingxue and have developed a deep respect and admiration for her. Therefore, I long to become a disciple of Sect Master Chen Tingxue and follow her in cultivation."

Zhao Ziyi answered respectfully, but secretly she was making her own plans.

She had originally intended to become a disciple of Elder Bai Mei, but upon further reflection, she realized that this was almost impossible.

After all, Elder Bai Mei, as the former sect leader, hadn't taken on any disciples for many years. If he were to accept me as a disciple, wouldn't the entire hierarchy be thrown into chaos?

It's clearly unrealistic for most people in the Wuji Sect to call her "senior."

"Then how will you deal with the Dragon Abyss Sword Sect when they come looking for you in the future?"

Elder Bai Mei deliberately made things difficult, wanting to see how Zhao Ziyi would handle this thorny issue.

“A forced relationship is never sweet. During my time studying at the Dragon Abyss Sword Academy, I have already spent a considerable amount of money and medicinal herbs, and I owe the Dragon Abyss Sword Sect nothing. Now that I have left the Dragon Abyss Sword Academy, it is entirely up to me which sect I want to join. They have no right to interfere. If they dare to come looking for me, I will definitely stand up to them and leave them speechless.”

Zhao Ziyi answered confidently, as if everything was under her control.

"It's not impossible for you to join the Wuji Sect. However, the sect leader is not currently in the Wuji Sect."

The White-Browed Elder pondered for a moment before slowly speaking.

"Elder Sect Master, I heard that Sect Master Chen Tingxue is your disciple. So, why don't you decide to take me as your grand-disciple? While the Sect Master is away, you can personally teach me cultivation. When the Sect Master returns, I will continue to cultivate under your guidance."

Zhao Ziyi's eyes darted around, and a clever idea popped into her head.

This woman was indeed eloquent; she explained things flawlessly in just a few words.

Zhao Ziyi's mind was meticulously calculating, with each move precisely aimed at securing her future interests.

She knew very well that even if she couldn't become a disciple of Elder Bai Mei, as long as she could get some guidance from this old sect master, her reputation in the Wuji Sect would instantly rise.

At that time, everyone will speculate and spread the word, believing that she has received special favor from two generations of sect leaders, as if they can already see her glorious future as a leading figure in the Wuji Sect.

The allure of vanity and status drew her in like a magnet, making her carefully maneuver every step of this game.

Just as Zhao Ziyi was making her plans, the loud and authoritative voice of the White-Browed Elder rang out: "I agree to your becoming a disciple of the Sect Master, but I shouldn't presume to do it myself. I'll personally instruct you when the Sect Master returns. For the time being, you'll stay at Flying Snow Peak. Flying Snow Peak is right next to the Wuji Sect Master Peak, which will make it convenient for you to find your master in the future."

Zhao Ziyi lowered her head slightly, a hint of smugness flashing in her eyes. She was pondering the deeper meaning behind this arrangement when she saw the White-Browed Supreme Elder pause for a moment before slowly saying, "Because you are the sect leader's disciple, apart from Wuji Peak where I am and the main peak where the sect leader is, which you cannot freely enter or leave, you can freely enter and leave the other major peaks, as well as some scripture pavilions and weapon pavilions."

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