I am Master Maoshan

Chapter 2286 Teasing Fish
Upon hearing this, Elder Zong sighed softly, as if a heavy burden was weighing on his heart. "Although the formation has been restored to normal operation after emergency repairs, the previous interruption of spiritual energy has had a significant impact on the God-Creating King Project."

His words carried a hint of weariness and helplessness: "I'm afraid we'll have to postpone the plan for at least a month."

"Another month?" Upon hearing this, Vice Hall Master Peng's expression changed drastically, his voice filled with anxiety and dissatisfaction. "How can this be! The task assigned by the Hall Master is urgent. If it is delayed, the consequences will be unimaginable!"

Peng Sheng appeared somewhat agitated, clearly unable to accept this reality, because if such a major matter went wrong, the Palace Master would certainly not let them off easily.

"Calm down, Vice Hall Master Peng." Seeing this, Vice Hall Master Liu Yuan quickly spoke up to soothe Peng Sheng's anger in a calm tone. "Now that this has happened, the first thing we need to do is to calmly analyze the situation and find a solution."

After calming Peng Sheng down, Vice Hall Master Liu Yuan turned his attention back to Elder Zong.

"Besides postponing the plan, do you have any other ways to ensure that the original plan can proceed smoothly?" Vice Hall Master Liu Yuan looked at Elder Zong with a hint of expectation in his eyes.

Upon hearing this, Elder Zong frowned, pondered for a moment, and then slowly said, "There is a solution, but it is quite risky. We just left that guy, that 'Dragon Emperor.' If he can set up that special spirit-gathering array in the blood pool, it can not only make up for the loss of spiritual energy, but may even allow the plan to be completed ahead of schedule."

When the name "Dragon Emperor" was mentioned, a complex light flashed in Elder Zong's eyes.

Although he and 'Dragon Emperor' were at odds and he wished he could kill him, he had to admit that the other party's mastery of formations was far superior to his.

Upon hearing this, both Vice Hall Master Liu Yuan and Vice Hall Master Peng Sheng's expressions turned serious. They knew very well that while the proposal was tempting, the risks hidden behind it were not to be underestimated.

After all, this 'Dragon Emperor' is an outsider. If they really participate in this kind of plan and something goes wrong, they will be in deep trouble.

However, faced with the urgent task and the temple master's expectations, they seemed to have no way out.

Thus, a discussion quietly unfolded in the Deacon Hall about how to implement this risky plan and how to find and persuade "Dragon Emperor" to join them.

Meanwhile, Liu Jun seemed completely unaffected by these events. He sat leisurely at a large dining table, in front of him a dazzling array of delicious dishes, their colors enticing and their aromas irresistible, making the meal appear exceptionally lavish.

"Ah, this braised pork is so tender it melts in your mouth, rich but not greasy at all, it's absolutely delicious!" Liu Jun picked up a piece of braised pork, chewing it with a look of pure enjoyment, then quickly turned to another dish, "Ah, this steamed fish is also very good, the fish is tender and the broth is rich and flavorful, it's truly a delicacy!"

This guy completely opened his heart and ate heartily, as if he had completely forgotten all his troubles.

The three holy maidens, standing to the side, witnessed this scene and were speechless. She muttered to herself: Liu Jun is really carefree. He has such a thorny matter in front of him and doesn't know how to deal with it, yet he doesn't stop himself from enjoying this feast.

A hint of doubt flickered in the eyes of the three saintesses. Why did Liu Jun in front of them seem so different from the cold and aloof "Dragon Emperor" that her eldest sister had described?

Finally, driven by curiosity, the Third Saintess couldn't help but ask, "Um, Deacon Long, was this your personality before?"

This question, like a pebble thrown into a calm lake, instantly shattered the tranquility of the dining table.

Liu Jun, who was busy putting food into his bowl, suddenly froze, his expression stiffening, a hint of panic flashing in his eyes. His mind raced, trying to figure out how to deal with this unexpected problem.

A moment later, Oscar-winning actor Liu Jun appeared online. He slowly put down his chopsticks, rubbed his cheeks, and tried to force a sad expression.

"Well, as you know, I was struck by lightning before. Not only did I lose some memories, but my personality also changed quite a bit." Liu Jun's words were tinged with helplessness and emotion as he tried to explain everything through his own experience.

After he finished speaking, he sighed deeply, as if he truly regretted the lost memory.

After hearing this, the three saintesses' eyes flashed with sympathy and understanding. They nodded gently, seemingly accepting Liu Jun's explanation.

Although she rarely left the Saintess Pavilion, she had heard of many people who had been struck by lightning during their tribulations, resulting in drastic changes in their personalities, and some even becoming mentally impaired.

With the three holy maidens' doubts gone, the atmosphere at the dinner table eased again, and the two continued to enjoy this rare moment of peace. The heavy weight in Liu Jun's heart finally lifted.

After a while, Peng Sheng and Vice Hall Master Liu Yuan finally entered the Clear Water Hall. As soon as they entered, their gazes involuntarily fell on the table littered with leftover food, and they both paused in surprise. The table was a mess of cups and plates, as if a lavish feast had just taken place, while the protagonist who had caused all this—Liu Jun—sat leisurely to the side, toying with a chopstick in his hand, a lingering smile on his lips.

"Oh dear, this is really..." Vice Hall Master Liu Yuan shook his head, thinking to himself, "This guy has a big heart. The matter hasn't been resolved yet, and he's already showing off a table full of food."

Peng Sheng was speechless; this guy really had a big heart.

"Someone come here!" Deputy Hall Master Liu Yuan raised his voice and ordered towards the door, "Take all of this away and bring up some fresh food, the finest kind. Also, bring a few jars of our treasured Immortal's Wine; I want to have a good drink with Brother Long!"

No sooner had the words been spoken than a large group of well-trained servants entered through the door. They moved swiftly and methodically, tidying up the mess on the table with every action displaying remarkable discipline and without the slightest sign of panic.

Less than a minute after the dishes were cleared away, the table was once again laden with a variety of delicacies. This time, the meal was even more sumptuous, a feast for the eyes and the palate, making one's mouth water. The enticing aroma filled the air, making it impossible not to want to devour the food.

As Liu Jun watched this scene, a slight smile played on his lips, a sly glint in his eyes. He knew that his scheme was beginning to bear fruit, and the big fish was about to take the bait.

At this moment, the Third Holy Maiden also stood up consciously. Upon hearing that Vice Hall Master Liu Yuan wanted to drink with Liu Jun, she immediately changed seats and made room for Liu Jun on both sides.

Inside the Clear Water Hall, the atmosphere gradually became warm and cheerful. Vice Hall Master Liu Yuan and Liu Jun raised their cups to toast each other, chatting and laughing. Peng Cheng and the Three Holy Maidens accompanied them, occasionally interjecting with a few witty remarks, making the whole scene even more harmonious.

However, beneath this seemingly harmonious atmosphere lay unseen undercurrents. Liu Jun secretly plotted his next move, while Vice Hall Master Liu Yuan and Vice Hall Master Peng Cheng also had their own plans.

After a few rounds of drinks, Liu Jun didn't want to continue with those pointless chatter, so he gently put down his wine glass and got straight to the point: "Brother Liu, Brother Peng, just say what's on your mind. We're brothers, no need to be polite. I'll do my best to help if I can."

Upon hearing this, Vice Hall Master Liu Yuan and Vice Hall Master Peng Cheng exchanged a smile, a barely perceptible hint of joy flashing in their eyes. They knew that since Liu Jun had said so, the rest would be much easier.

“Sigh,” Vice Hall Master Liu Yuan sighed, his tone tinged with helplessness, “To be honest, Brother Long, my brother and I have indeed encountered some problems recently, quite tricky, that we can’t solve on our own.”

Upon hearing this, Liu Jun frowned slightly. He was about to say something, but then, as if he had thought of something, he changed his tone: "What? Tricky? I might not be able to handle that. My abilities are limited."

"Uh..." Liu Yuan and Peng Cheng were stunned upon hearing this. They never expected Liu Jun to pull such a stunt; the plot development was completely unexpected. The two looked at each other, momentarily at a loss for words.

At this moment, the Third Saintess, sitting to the side, couldn't help but secretly cover her mouth and chuckle. She felt that although the 'Dragon Emperor' in front of her was very powerful, his words and actions exuded a familiar aura, much like Liu Jun, whom she had met before.

However, she did not doubt the identity of 'Dragon Emperor', but felt that there must be a reason why Dragon Emperor could become friends with Liu Jun.

Seeing the three holy maidens smirking, Liu Yuan and Peng Cheng felt even more annoyed. They knew that dwelling on Liu Jun's words was pointless at this point, so Liu Yuan spoke again, steer the conversation back on track: "Brother Long, this matter is indeed troublesome for us, but for you, it's absolutely a piece of cake, something you can handle with ease."

"Oh, I understand. You're talking about formations, right? You need my help?" Liu Jun said with a look of sudden realization, a sly glint in his eyes.

"Yes, yes, yes!" Vice Hall Master Liu Yuan and Vice Hall Master Peng Sheng answered almost in unison, their faces full of anticipation.

"Sigh, to be honest," Liu Jun sighed softly, seemingly troubled, "setting up that spirit-gathering array at the Saintess Pavilion really took a lot of physical and mental effort, and I haven't fully recovered yet. So, brothers, although I want to help, I'm afraid I can't."

Hearing this, Vice Hall Master Liu Yuan's lips twitched slightly, while Vice Hall Master Peng Sheng was so angry he almost overturned the table in front of him. They muttered to themselves: Good heavens, you say you've used up too much energy? Look at these two tables laden with fine wine and food, who ate it all? And you say you haven't replenished it? They're all burping, stop pretending to be weak!
Liu Yuanqiang suppressed his anger, glanced at Peng Cheng beside him, and gestured for him to calm down. Then, he turned to Liu Jun and said in a gentle tone, "Brother Long, just tell me directly, what do you need to recover your strength as soon as possible?"

Upon seeing this, Liu Jun's eyes flashed with a cunning light, and he then made an outrageous demand: "Then we'll need quite a lot, such as precious spiritual herbs, the inner cores of spirit beasts, and rare ores... well, they're all things that are hard to get your hands on."

Upon hearing this, Liu Yuan and Peng Cheng exchanged bewildered glances, their hearts filled with bitterness. They hadn't expected Liu Jun to try and extort money from them. But since things had come to this, they could only grit their teeth and try to find a way to meet his demands.

After all, Liu Jun, the man in front of them, was the only expert they had invited who could solve the problem of the formation.

At this moment, the atmosphere in the room became somewhat subtle. Liu Yuan and Peng Cheng began to discuss in hushed tones, while Liu Jun sat leisurely to the side, sipping the fine wine on the table and enjoying this effortless comfort.

The initiative is now in Liu Jun's hands, and he has firmly grasped the weaknesses of these two deputy hall masters. What happens next depends on their performance.