Ms. Diviner: The Prodigal Daughter's Return

Chapter 1183: Chapter 1183: The Elite of Elites (Extra Update)

Mu Hanyan didn’t know what Hall Master Wei was talking about, but she guessed it had something to do with the multicolored light on the hall doors.

Earlier, the disciples who had been sent out of the main hall gathered together, gazing at Mu Hanyan with eyes full of envy.

Soon, Mu Hanyan understood what they were envying.

Subsequently, one young disciple after another was sent out of the Illusion Dragon Hall. Most of them showed no abnormalities upon exiting, but for a very few, the hall doors would flicker with multicolored light upon their emergence. These people were unquestionably elites among elites.

With a slight thought, Mu Hanyan realized that only the disciples who had successfully completed the meridian clearing and marrow washing would trigger such anomalies, which clearly related to their Law Comprehension.

”Congratulations, my lady!” At this time, Huayue and several others stepped forward, genuinely congratulating Mu Hanyan. Seeing Mu Hanyan’s enlightened expression, they didn’t need to explain much, believing she had already understood.

”How about you? Did you successfully undergo meridian clearing and marrow washing?” Mu Hanyan asked.

”Almost there, we half succeeded.” Huayue and others replied.

Mu Hanyan felt a bit regretful, as this opportunity for meridian clearing and marrow washing was only available during the first trial in the Illusion Dragon Hall. If unsuccessful this time, there would be no second chance.

”In fact, for us, it’s already a great opportunity. After all, we’ve gained considerable comprehension of the Heaven and Earth Rules, which was unimaginable before.” Huayue and others felt no regret, expressing satisfaction.

Upon careful consideration, Mu Hanyan also felt relieved. Although their natural talent wasn’t bad, they were born as commoners. The gap between their cultivation resources and those of noble family’s sons was too large. Achieving such accomplishments was already something to be proud of.

Although they missed this chance, the path of cultivation is certainly rocky and bumpy but also full of opportunities. As long as they work hard, there will be plenty of chances in the future.

Soon, everyone left the Illusion Dragon Hall, and the hall doors closed again.

”Guan Shanhe, Qi Kaiyuan, Jiang Qiling, Yue Fanchen, Yan Yuchu, Mu Hanyan... you sixteen will stay, the others may disperse on their own.” Hall Master Wei read out the names of sixteen people, leaving them behind while the other disciples obeyed and left.

Mu Hanyan scanned the group; most were familiar faces, all elites and strong competitors from the admission selection, including her kinsman Mu Chengxuan and her old friend Yan Yuchu. Among them were also several unfamiliar faces, undoubtedly with qualifications and strength no lesser than theirs.

”You probably all have heard about the new student tournament. You sixteen successfully cleared the meridian and washed the marrow; according to academy rules, you will participate in the tournament. It will be held in three days; hope you will cultivate well and be prepared, so as not to embarrass your mentors.” Hall Master Wei said and gestured for everyone to leave.

Mu Hanyan then realized that not every new disciple was qualified to participate in the new student tournament.

”Mu Hanyan, don’t forget what I told you.” Jiang Qiling looked at Mu Hanyan and said in a low voice.

”I will. You should remember my words too.” Mu Hanyan nodded in response.

”This time, you won’t be my opponent for sure.” Jiang Qiling said with complete confidence.

The two exchanged a glance and went their separate ways.

”Mu Hanyan, I hope we have another chance to face each other this time.” Yue Fanchen also said to Mu Hanyan subsequently.

”Oh, wasn’t the lesson I taught you last time enough?” Mu Hanyan wasn’t as courteous with Yue Fanchen.

”Do you really think I revealed all my strength during the admission selection?” Yue Fanchen smiled lightly and said.

Mu Hanyan’s gaze sharpened slightly, realizing something.

”Well, you better pray not to encounter me this time, otherwise, you won’t have the same good luck as before.” Yue Fanchen smiled confidently and strode away.

Why is everyone so confident, making me out to be like a soft persimmon to be pinched at will? Mu Hanyan shook her head and nodded a greeting to Yan Yuchu, then returned to Wenjian Valley. Given the current subtle relationship between the Mu Family and the Yan Family, it wasn’t suitable for them to have too much interaction.

On the way, she pondered over this issue, suddenly realizing that this new student tournament might not be as easy as she originally thought.

From afar, the enticing aroma of food wafted into her senses. Though Mu Hanyan’s strength had reached a realm where she could go ten days half a month without eating or drink, and could even fast for longer periods if supported by Elixirs, the feeling of hunger was never pleasant. Savoring the aroma, she couldn’t help but swallow a mouthful of saliva.

In the yard, a large table was already set, the delicious dishes were full of color and aroma, making mouths water just by looking at them. Starved for several days, everyone grabbed their chopsticks without reservation and began to eat heartily.

”My lady, I heard that the participants in the new student tournament scheduled in three days have been decided, totaling sixteen people.” After a full meal, Jiang Yuzhe said to Mu Hanyan excitedly.

”Yes, they are the new disciples who successfully cleared the meridian and washed the marrow during this Illusion Dragon Hall trial.” Mu Hanyan said.

”I heard that for this new student tournament, the academy will offer an Ancient Treasure as a reward, much more generous than before. I wonder who will end up getting it.” Tang Bufan said yearningly.

With his qualifications, being able to join Longyan Academy, and even having the chance to go to the Illusion Dragon Hall trial, was already a tremendous surprise and joy. He wouldn’t dare dream of the new student tournament, let alone any Ancient Treasure.

”Rubbish, who else but my lady? Even Yue Fanchen wasn’t a match for her, what about the others?” Jiang Yuzhe had a fervent admiration for Lady Mu, dismissively regarding Tang Bufan’s words.

”I don’t think it’s that easy. Though my lady defeated Yue Fanchen in the admission selection, I heard that in the following two days, family elites from other countries came to participate in the selection, including one called Nan Aotian, a direct lineage of the Nan Family, one of the Seven Great Families in Western Qin Country, extremely powerful, likely not beneath Yue Fanchen. Besides, Longyan Academy has long been a sanctuary for hidden talents, cherished by all cultivators in Anyun. Who knows what kind of powerful figures are hidden among others.” Huayue shook her head and spoke cautiously.

”Moreover, Yue Fanchen may have lost to my lady, but I always felt he still had strength concealed, and shouldn’t be underestimated. Additionally, Jiang Qiling is too cunning; perhaps she’s not as straightforward as she appears.” Zirong added.

”Zirong is right, Yue Fanchen came to Longyan Academy likely for other motives, probably not revealing all his skills during the admission selection; Jiang Qiling shouldn’t be underestimated either.” Mu Hanyan agreed deeply with Zirong’s speculation.

She vividly recalled the first time meeting Long Ya and others, during which he had formed hand gestures, unleashing a presence that even made her uneasy, only later restrained by Yue Fanchen, preventing action. Based on this, Yue Fanchen’s strength undoubtedly had hidden depths too.