Chapter 277: Chapter 166: Winning First Place in the Monthly Report Again: The Theory of Luck

These three locations were protected by Tier Three Grand Arrays and could withstand an attack from even multiple Golden Core True Men.

His best course of action was to settle in one of them to avoid another attack.

’In that case, my original plan to hunt Demon Cultivators from the rear will have to be changed again.’

’But now that I’ve formed a Fake Pill ahead of schedule, staying on the front lines seems like a good option, too.’

’I wonder if I should go to Seeking Plum Mountain or Luoyan Mountain.’

"By the way, the latest monthly report was delivered to all posts this morning."

Gong Lingfeng continued, "Xiao, your merit this month has been outstanding. Several of the Golden Core True Men wish to meet you."

"If you’re feeling all right, how about we return to Elemental Magnetic Peak together shortly?"

Xiao Chen, of course, had no objections and nodded in agreement.

Afterwards, Gong Lingfeng turned to give a few instructions to several disciples, then took out a Spiritual Boat to carry the group on their return journey.

「Back at Elemental Magnetic Peak.」

As soon as they disembarked, they saw an anxious Steward Chen waiting for them. "Junior Brother Xiao, it’s so good to see you’re all right!"

"I always said you were a blessed man. You wouldn’t get into trouble that easily."

Many other cultivators were gathered around him as well, all rushing to offer their concern and congratulations.

Xiao Chen, of course, stuck to his story: he had simply been lucky yesterday and had narrowly escaped disaster.

This immediately elicited a wave of emotional sighs from the crowd.

One person remarked with a sigh, "The best news is that you’re safe. Peace is a blessing, after all."

Another said with envy, "Not only is Xiao incredibly powerful, but his fortune is also top-notch."

Of course, some were secretly jealous. ’I’m just unlucky. If I had Xiao Chen’s kind of fortune, I could definitely make a name for myself, too.’

Then, the group arrived outside the sect’s main hall, and Gong Lingfeng went in first to report.

The others took the opportunity to crowd around Xiao Chen, hoping to get on familiar terms with him.

After all, not only was he a Fake Pill Cultivator, but he was also remarkably young.

As everyone knew, the Golden Core True Men didn’t handle day-to-day administrative matters.

Therefore, it was foreseeable that for the next hundred years, Xiao Chen would be one of the few top-ranking figures in the entire Southern Domain.

"Xiao, the Shangsi Festival is coming up. If you’re free then, how about we go enjoy the spring scenery together?"

"Thank you for the kind offer, Zhang. I’ll consider it if I have time."

Of course, this was just a polite refusal; he was certain he wouldn’t have the time.

"I hear you also specialize in Escape Techniques. The Riding the Clouds on Rishan event is being held this year. I’m sure if you participate, Xiao, you’ll achieve instant success and take first place."

"You shouldn’t say that. I’m only slightly proficient."

Xiao Chen was indeed somewhat interested in the Flowing Cloud Dew, and he was also very confident in his Vertical Earth Golden Light.

But boasting about winning in advance was out of the question.

"Xiao, you are so young and promising, not to mention distinguished. I wonder, what kind of cultivation partner are you looking for?"

"With the Demon Cultivators running rampant, I must take it upon myself to slay them and eliminate evil."

He had no such plans for the time being. ’Women would only slow down my cultivation speed.’

In short, all sorts of invitations came pouring in.

The invitations were especially numerous for events west of Elemental Magnetic Peak: poetry gatherings, boating on turquoise waters, sipping wine while listening to the zither, strolling along rivers with beautiful companions—the variety was dazzling.

Just hearing about them was an eye-opener for Xiao Chen.

Although these people’s cultivation levels weren’t high, their expertise when it came to feasting and frolicking was truly impressive.

If word of this conversation got out, no one would likely believe they were in the midst of such turmoil.

Despite the heavy casualties along the front at Seeking Plum Mountain and Luoyan Mountain, it didn’t stop certain areas from continuing to feast and make merry as if in a time of peace.

Fortunately, it wasn’t long before a Child ran out from the hall.

"Which of you is Elder Xiao Chen? The Daoist has summoned you."