Grandmother Huang Zengtian looked at Zhang Chenyu, "Why don't you speak now? You said you were joking with me?" I said, "Zhang Chenyu, do you think I'm joking with you?" You're just not grateful. Knowing that Mo Wenjie has such a refining technique, why didn't you tell me right away? Is it because Ye Wenyuan is sensible? Have you completely forgotten the favor I've done to you!
Master Zhang heard this and sweat appeared on his forehead. He couldn't bear such a charge himself; it could be as light as losing his position as city lord, or even more serious, losing his life. There was no way he could let this charge stick; otherwise, everything he had would be lost. In a critical moment, it was best to save himself first, and other matters could be discussed later. Thinking of this, he opened his mouth, "Your Imperial Majesty, Mo Wenjie is a talent I just discovered. How could I dare to hide him from Your Imperial Majesty? It's just that I hadn't had the chance to report it yet when Ye Wenyuan that old rascal took a step ahead of me. Your Imperial Majesty must see through this!"
Grandmother Huang Zengtian listened and smiled at Mo Wenjie, nodding her head. "Is what he said true, young man?" Don't try to cover it up for him, I will investigate everything eventually!
Mo Wenjie heard this and glanced at Grandmother Huang Zengtian. "Your Imperial Majesty, what City Lord Zhang said is true, and I can testify for him!"
Hearing this, Grandmother Huang Zengtian looked at Mo Wenjie and smiled while nodding. "Young man, I understand your intentions, but you cannot help Zhang Chenyu without principles. When did you ascend to the heavens, what extraordinary encounters you've had, and so on – I've known about them for a long time. How could I not have some immortal methods and even fewer immortal artifacts? It's as easy as pie for me to find out about your past. I have to admit that your luck is enviable, but you also need to think about it. How could I have achieved today's accomplishments without a bit of luck? Of course, I also acknowledge that your future achievements will definitely surpass mine. I don't intend to keep you in Fei Huang City forever; that's not realistic at all. I just hope you can stay in Fei Huang City for a while. Of course, you still have the right to make your own choice, and I won't force you into making one. Think it over carefully before making a decision. Rest assured, I won't hinder you in any way. Whether you choose to stay or leave is entirely up to you!"
Mo Wenjie listened to Grandmother Huang Zengtian's words, and he had not thought about becoming the head of the Taohuang domain refining pills association, but he also knew that most of the medicinal materials in the first realm were under his control. No matter what his identity was, he could enter and leave Nanfeng Mountain at will, and there was no venomous beast that dared to move him. Even if he did not become the head of the refining pills association, he could still pick up all kinds of medicinal materials as he liked. Why go through this trouble? He thought about it and decided it was better to return to Yunnandu City because there were his family and friends there, and he also had a responsibility to protect them. He hoped that Grandmother Huang Zengtian would be kind enough to approve!
Looking at Mo Wenjie, Grandmother Huang Zengtian thought to herself in her heart, "You little rascal, what are you thinking? Do you think I don't know? You're just smitten with women. Isn't it that you have a few women in Yundu City? Does that mean there are no beauties in Feihuang City? In fact, the beauties in Feihuang City are even more beautiful than those in Yundu City. It's all about the land and its people! You have no idea how beautiful the women in Feihuang City are. You're really nothing but a pot of gold. You have some skills in refining elixirs but can't recognize yourself. But since you're smitten with women, I won't persuade you. As long as you stay in Feihuang City for a few days and see a few beauties, I don't believe you'll still want to go back. I'm afraid by then, even if I kick you out, you won't want to leave." After pondering for a moment, she let it go. Since he didn't want to stay in Feihuang City, she wouldn't force him. It was his first time coming to Feihuang City; he should stay here for a few days and enjoy the scenery of Feihuang City properly. She would also let him adapt here. In a few days, she would test him again. If he could meet her satisfaction, she could grant him flying privileges!
Mo Wenjie heard this and looked at Grandmother Huang Zengtian, feeling very excited. If he could fly in the first realm, it would be much more convenient to do anything in the future. He bowed and expressed his gratitude, thanking His Imperial Majesty for his generosity!
Grandmother Huang Zengtian waved her hand. "You don't need to be polite with me. As long as you're a talent in Feihuang City, I won't treat you unfairly. No matter what kind of talent you are, there will be special privileges for you here. I value talent above all, and as long as someone can make significant contributions to the first realm, no matter what their demands are, I will satisfy them. This isn't boasting; you'll know after staying here for a few days!"
Mo Wenjie looked at Grandmother Huang Zengtian, and he was quite happy in his heart. After all, the other party did not put him in a difficult situation, and even let him stay here for a few days to have a good time. If he could really meet his standards, he could grant him the right to fly. Such an Imperial Grandmother, can you say that she is not good? Since it's like this, why don't I stay here for a few days? Thinking about this, he agreed. I'll stay in Feihuang City for a few days. Once I pass the test of His Imperial Majesty, I'll go back to Yundu City!
Grandmother Huang Zengtian laughed heartily upon hearing this. That's excellent. Since you have agreed to stay here for a few days, you should go to the inn and rest first, and we can discuss the rest later!
Mo Wenjie bowed respectfully and said, "I shall now take my leave!" He left the palace of Grandmother Huang Zengtian!
The Prime Minister of the Sūn family was waiting for him outside. "How do you feel about having met His Imperial Majesty Grandmother Huang Zengtian?" Mo Wenjie asked.
Mo Wenjie glanced at the Prime Minister of the Gong sun family. "Prime Minister Gong sun, a commoner like me dare not casually comment on His Imperial Majesty. Are you not asking me to make a mistake? I don't have the courage to do that. Please spare me! We have no grievances or hatreds from before or now. Don't set a trap for me to fall into!"
The Prime Minister of the Gongsun family looked at Mo Wenjie with a smile and nodded. "You don't need to worry, Mo Wenjie. We have no grudges or hatred between us. Why would I want to harm you? I was just chatting with you casually, there's nothing serious about it. We were just having a casual chat!"
Mo Wenjie looked at the Prime Minister of the Gongsun family and shook his head. "Even casual conversation should not be about His Imperial Majesty. That's disrespectful. You can talk about whatever you want, but find someone else to chat with. I'm not going to chat with you about this. I have other things to do, so I won't disturb you anymore. You can do as you please. I'm waiting for City Lord Zhang! Take your time and don't rush away!"
The Prime Minister of the Gongsun family chuckled upon hearing this. Mo Wenjie really is interesting. I didn't come to chat about His Imperial Majesty without reason, do you really think I'm crazy? I have a mission at hand, and His Imperial Majesty wants to get to know you better, that's why he sent me to talk with you. But you won't give me the chance at all. There's no point in chatting then. Well, I'll just report it as it is! It's not my fault, they won't talk to me at all. Maybe His Imperial Majesty should find someone else!
Grandmother Huang Zengtian looked at Zhang Tianshi and asked, "What do you think is the best place for Mo Wenjie?"
Zhang Tianshi, upon hearing this, quickly bowed respectfully and said, "To answer your question, Your Imperial Majesty, I believe that wherever Mo Wenjie is placed, he will thrive. He is a native of the first realm and his elixirs are designed to enhance the strength of those from the same realm. Therefore, whether he remains in the Yundu City Elixir Association or joins the Taohuang Domain Elixir Association, the outcome will be the same!"
Grandmother Huang Zengtian looked at Zhang Tianshi after hearing his words. "Oh! Is that really the case, as you say? I feel like Mo Wenjie is in Yundu City now, and everyone seems to have big heads. In the past, Yundu City was always at the bottom, always cautious wherever you went. No matter who teased you, you would just swallow your pride and keep silent. But today? When the gatekeeper scolded you, you boldly demanded that he come here to settle things. When Prime Minister Gongsun criticized you before, when did you ever argue with him? But today, did you give him an inch? You were confrontational with him on every point. Is this what you mean when you say that Mo Wenjie can be just as effective anywhere? Are things really the same for him? Then why is there such a big change in your behavior? Who gave you the courage to stand up to them so boldly? Did you get close to some big shot? I've never heard you mention it before. Give me an explanation! I really want to know what this is all about?"
The Prime Minister of the Gongsun family heard this and his face turned grim. What should I do? Who knew that His Imperial Majesty knows everything? He's clearly trying to dig a pit for me, and I have no choice but to jump in. An official is one level above another, and they can easily outweigh you. What can I do? Now it seems that I have no choice but to sacrifice, and it's all my fault. It's my own fault for being too arrogant. You can also say I've lost sight of myself because of my success. This is something I never expected of myself, and I truly don't think I've changed gradually. Your Imperial Majesty knows me well, and you know how long I've served under your command for thousands of years. Who am I? You know me best. Perhaps it's because I've been suppressed for too long that finally had an opportunity to let off steam, so I couldn't resist getting into a conflict with them. It's all my fault, and next time, I'll be more careful. There will definitely be no more incidents like this. Please trust me, Your Imperial Majesty!
Grandmother Huang Zengtian looked at the Prime Minister of the Gongsun family after hearing this, smiling as she nodded. "Actually, I didn't say anything about you. I just mentioned your own changes. Do you have to react like this? I didn't say you were to be punished or have your position cut. Look how scared you are! Do you need to be this anxious?"
Zhang Tianshi looked at Grandmother Huang Zengtian after hearing this and said, "His Imperial Majesty, I believe it would be more appropriate for Mo Wenjie to stay in the Taohuang Domain Elixir Association. His elixir craftsmanship is unparalleled, and it's a level that even experienced elixir masters can only dream of. Such a talented individual deserves to be placed in the most important position. Staying in the Yundu City Elixir Association would be a waste of valuable connections! He must come to the Taohuang Domain Elixir Association, and there's no room for negotiation. This is what he must do. His Imperial Majesty, you can rest assured that I will persuade him properly when I return and convince him to stay as the head of the Taohuang Domain Elixir Association. What do you think, Your Imperial Majesty?"
Upon hearing this, Grandmother Huang Zengtian chuckled, "Zhang Chenyu, I didn't force you, did I? You won't think I'm putting pressure on you, will you?"
