Tang Wulin then spoke to everyone, "Well, keep chatting, I'll go take a look!"
Yue Zhengyu patted his shoulder and chuckled, "Wulin, don't be so distant. Everyone's definitely curious about what the Tang Sect Hall Master wants with you!"
Xu Xiaoyan's beautiful eyes flickered as she guessed, "Could it be the Tang Sect Master also has an eye on Wulin, wanting him to become the Sect Leader!"
Xie Xie frowned, "Impossible, right? Wulin doesn't seem to have contributed anything particularly special to the Tang Sect!"
If that were true, Tang Wulin would be the next Sea God Pavilion Leader and Tang Sect Master, while Gu Yue would be the next Pagoda Master of Spirit Pagoda!
I'm nothing, and there's this sense of disparity inside...
Ye Xinglan glanced at him, "Xie Xie, can't you tell Xiao Yan is joking? The position of Tang Sect Master would certainly require discussion with the current Master and all the Hall Masters first, it's not that easy!"
Xie Xie forced a laugh, "True, I was overthinking it!"
Seeing the situation, Tang Wulin naturally couldn't refuse everyone, and took the initiative, "Since everyone is interested, let's all go then."
...
Inside the Outer Court lounge!
Shen Yi brewed a cup of tea for Guo Xiaoxu, "Hall Master Guo, please have some tea!"
The latter took it up and sipped lightly, sighing, "I didn't expect the Shrek Outer Court's dean to be you, Shen Yi!"
Shen Yi didn't show any dissatisfaction and smiled lightly, "Yes, I didn't expect it either. Maybe Elder Cai thinks I'm quite diligent!"
Guo Xiaoxu shook his head, "You shouldn't say it like that. Elder Cai should believe that your ability is most suited to managing the Outer Court!"
Shen Yi shrugged, "Perhaps, but as long as I can contribute a little more to the Academy, that's enough!"
Then, curiously, "By the way, Hall Master Guo, what brings you here looking for that kid Tang Wulin?"
Logically, Tang Wulin wouldn't be that much noticed within the Tang Sect, yet he managed to have the Tang Sect Hall Master come directly!
Guo Xiaoxu nodded slightly, calmly saying, "Yes, this matter is quite important, and requires that kid to be present personally!"
Shen Yi didn't press further, "Alright, let's wait for a moment then."
After waiting for several minutes, a knock came at the door...
Shen Yi spoke up, "Is it Wulin? Come in!"
With that, Tang Wulin pushed open the lounge door and stepped inside, his first glance landing on Shen Yi and Guo Xiaoxu...
He nodded first at Shen Yi and then said to Guo Xiaoxu, "Hall Master Guo, long time no see!"
From behind him, Xie Xie and the others echoed, "Hall Master Guo!"
Seeing so many people, Guo Xiaoxu couldn't help but frown, "This…"
Shen Yi beside him immediately understood, covering his mouth and coughing, "Xie Xie, you all come out with me for a bit. Hall Master Guo is specifically here for Tang Wulin!"
Everyone heard this, and a hint of resentment appeared on their faces...
Of course, they didn't express any dissatisfaction, and promptly left the lounge...
After the door closed, Xie Xie said with enthusiasm, "What do you think Hall Master Guo wants with Wulin, that even we can't be told?"
Yue Zhengyu waved his hand, "Who knows! We'll ask Wulin after it's done, he shouldn't be that stingy."
Xu Xiaoyan said wistfully, "I guess so, even though I wanted to enjoy some gossip. Oh well!"
...
Once only Tang Wulin and Guo Xiaoxu were in the lounge, the former broke the silence first, "Hall Master Guo, your purpose for finding me this time…"
The latter pointed to the chair beside him, "No rush, sit down first, and I'll explain slowly!"
Tang Wulin didn't refuse and seated himself beside him...
Guo Xiaoxu continued, "Actually, I'm here to convey a matter from the Sect Leader to you this time!"
Tang Wulin asked eagerly, "What is it?"
Suddenly, Guo Xiaoxu's expression became more serious, "Before I tell you, can you answer me, are you the Elders of the Sea God Pavilion's chosen candidate for the next Pavilion Leader?"
.....
He immediately responded in his mind, "No, this feeling isn't right, it must be the Dark Bell using a charm skill on me. How could I possibly be moved by an evil Soul Master?"
Moreover, I already have someone I like, and that's Gu Yue!
Nanali slowly moved closer to his cheek, speaking in a beguiling tone, "Don't deny it, you're drawn to me, aren't you?"
As a light fragrance wafted into his nose, Tang Wulin blushed, "Impossible, you're imagining things!"
Yet, he truly was mistaken, she hadn't used any charm-related soul skill!
Nanali didn't continue teasing, but curiously asked, "What's your purpose for going to the Tang Sect?"
"If you casually make up an excuse to brush me off, that little girl's life won't be safe..."
Saying that, she cast her gaze towards the previous little girl...
Tang Wulin was startled in his heart, urgently interrupting, "Wait… wait a minute, I went to the Tang Sect to meet the Tang Sect Master and all the Hall Masters!"
Nanali's beautiful eyes glittered as she pursued, "For what purpose, specifically?"
Tang Wulin gritted his teeth, "To earn their recognition!!"
Nanali inspected her nails, surprised, "Oh? I didn't expect you to be so valued by the Tang Sect. If I were to kill you here..."
Tang Wulin silently mobilized his Soul Power, ready to summon the Sea God's Trident at any moment...
Faced with the power of an Ultimate Douluo, only with his strongest means could he possibly survive!
These small movements were naturally observed by Nanali, "Don't worry, just kidding—I won't lay a hand on you. After all… there aren't many men that interest me!"
"Alright, call me once the Soul Guidance Train arrives at the station. I'll take a nap first!"
With that, she leaned her head on Tang Wulin's shoulder, slowly closing her eyes...
This made them appear, from any angle, like a pair of lovers in passionate romance...
Tang Wulin watched Nanali leaning against him, squinting his eyes, "This woman… is really asleep. Should I take the opportunity to kill her?!!"
But as soon as that thought emerged, he dismissed it...
Given his strength, it's impossible to kill the Dark Bell in one strike!
Furthermore, once she wakes, everyone aboard the Soul Guidance Train—including himself—would only face death!
Without any hint of murderous intent from her, making a reckless move is not an option!
...
Unknowingly, after some time, the Soul Guidance Train finally arrived at the station...
Tang Wulin took a deep breath, and coldly said, "Dark Bell, we've arrived!!"
Nanali, leaning against him, calmly opened her beautiful eyes, then lazily stretched her limbs, and chuckled, "At such a moment, shouldn't you call me by my real name?"
"Oh, right, I think I didn't tell you, from now on, you have to call me Nanali, perhaps a bit more intimate would do!"
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