Perfect: I am Shi An from Shicun, and I am Huang’s brother!

Chapter 282 Politely Rejecting Qi Daolin

Hearing Qi Daolin's forced smile, Shi Hao broke out in a cold sweat and quickly said with a forced smile, "Master, I was just complaining to a friend. How could I dare to say anything bad about you?"

"Besides, you are so powerful and resourceful, how could I dare to gossip behind your back!"

After saying that, Shi Hao muttered to himself, "If we're going to chew, we should chew it in front of you."

"Ok?"

Qi Daolin's ears twitched slightly, and his seemingly cloudy but shrewd eyes instantly glared at Shi Hao, a half-smile on his face. "Chew it in front of you? With your meager skills?"

As soon as he finished speaking, Qi Daolin suddenly narrowed his eyes, and a golden light flew out from his sleeve, instantly transforming into a thousand-foot-tall mountain that pressed down on Shi Hao's back.

"boom!"

The ground suddenly shook, cracking open with a spiderweb-like fissure, and Shi Hao's legs sank three inches into the rock.

"Go practice this skill for eight or nine days. Don't stop until you're satisfied!"

Seeing that Qi Daolin wanted him to practice the Eight-Nine Heavens Technique again, Shi Hao's face turned ashen. He gritted his teeth and forcefully suppressed the urge to resist.

Because Qi Daolin's strength was unfathomable, he was no match for him with his current cultivation level. In the end, he could only helplessly bend down, grab the giant peak tightly with both hands, and carry it on his back.

"Go and go!"

After letting out an angry roar, Shi Hao hoisted the giant peak onto his back and ran off into the distance.

"Pfft."

Seeing that the unruly child who used to be lawless in the lower realm was now being subdued, Huo Ling'er couldn't help but burst out laughing. She quickly covered her mouth, but it was not hard to tell from her trembling shoulders that she was holding it in.

Not only Huo Ling'er, but even Yun Xi unconsciously covered her mouth and chuckled, while Shi An shook his head helplessly.

"Young friend, since you are that boy's elder brother, would you be willing to join my Supreme Daoist Temple?"

After dealing with Shi Hao, Qi Daolin turned his gaze to Shi An, his eyes flashing with a strange light.

He had been secretly observing the young man and discovered that his blood and qi were like a dragon's, and his foundation was even more profound than Shi Hao's. That's when he developed a fondness for the talent.

Upon hearing this, Shi An was slightly taken aback, clearly not expecting the other party to extend an invitation to him.

He subconsciously looked at Yunxi, only to see a hint of curiosity and expectation in her beautiful eyes, as if she was also waiting for his answer.

After a moment's thought, Shi An cupped his hands in response, "Senior, I have already joined the Heavenly Immortal Academy, and it would be inconvenient for me to enter any other training grounds."

His words, though respectful, also carried a hint of rejection.

Qi Daolin, however, did not take it to heart. Instead, he stroked his beard and smiled, "It's alright. As long as you're willing, I'll take care of the Heavenly Immortal Academy."

As soon as he finished speaking, Qi Daolin advised again: "In addition, in my opinion, the Heavenly Immortal Academy may not be able to let you unleash your full potential. On the contrary, if you can enter my Supreme Daoist Academy and be personally guided by me, then in time you will surely be able to suppress the entire Three Thousand Continents."

"Senior, everyone has their own ambitions!"

Despite Qi Daolin's repeated persuasion, Shi An remained calm and composed, neither humble nor arrogant.

This scene caused Qi Daolin to unconsciously raise an eyebrow, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes.

He hadn't expected the young man before him to be so resolute, unmoved by his temptations. After a moment of silence, he suddenly laughed and said, "What a remarkable person! I've truly witnessed it today."

"Since that's the case, I won't force you. However, if you change your mind in the future, the doors of my Supreme Dojo will always be open for you."

Seeing Qi Daolin put it down, Shi An breathed a sigh of relief and bowed again, saying, "Thank you for your kindness, senior."

"Hmm!" Upon seeing this, Qi Daolin nodded slightly, then looked at Yun Xi and Huo Ling'er, a playful smile appearing on his lips: "These two girls are quite nice, and they are a good match for you two."

Faced with Qi Daolin's teasing, the two girls blushed instantly, and Huo Ling'er even said coquettishly, "Senior, please don't talk nonsense."

Looking at Huo Ling'er's shy face, Qi Daolin felt a great sense of satisfaction and couldn't help but laugh a few times. Then, his figure flashed and disappeared from the spot, leaving only a voice echoing in the air.

"Boy, if you don't master the Eight-Nine Heavens Technique today, don't come back."

Looking in the direction Qi Daolin had left, Shi An couldn't help but shake his head slightly. Then he turned to Yun Xi and Huo Ling'er and said, "Let's continue eating. Don't let that old man spoil our mood."

And so, the three of them sat down around the pot again and continued to enjoy the food, but the conversation inevitably turned to Shi Hao again.

"Hey, you rascal's brother, do you think he can master the Eight or Nine Heavens Technique?"

Looking at the towering mountain peak rushing towards them in the distance, Huo Ling'er couldn't help but ask with some concern.

However, when faced with this question, Shi An said with a relaxed expression: "Don't worry, you know him well. Although the Eight-Nine Heavens Technique is difficult, with his talent and perseverance, he will definitely master it soon."

"Too!"

Shi An's words acted as a reassurance, immediately easing Huo Ling'er's worries.

The three of them then continued to enjoy their meal while chatting.

Meanwhile, on the other side, Shi Hao was carrying that thousand-foot-tall mountain on his back, running aimlessly through the desert.

The giant mountain seemed weightless on his back, but only Shi Hao knew that he was under unimaginable pressure every moment.

With each step he took, deep footprints appeared on the ground, and his feet were worn raw and bleeding, but he still gritted his teeth and persevered.

"That old man, once I've mastered the Eighth or Ninth Heaven Technique, I'll pluck all his beard off!"

Shi Hao thought angrily to himself, but he didn't dare to stop moving his hands and feet.

Before we knew it, another day and night had passed.

Looking at the rising sun on the horizon, Shi Hao felt that this couldn't go on. He still wanted to enter the Heavenly Immortal Academy, soak in the Tribulation Transcending Divine Lotus Pool, and absorb the Golden Bodhi Fruit he had accidentally obtained. How could he waste his time here!
Without hesitation, Shi Hao used a great force to throw the thousand-foot mountain on his back into the air, then turned and headed towards the Celestial Academy.

"boom!"

The towering mountain crashed to the ground, kicking up clouds of dust, as if a small sandstorm had swept across the land, and even the earth trembled.

But Shi Hao ignored everything and ran wildly towards the direction of Tianxian Academy, his speed as fast as lightning, leaving a long trail of dust behind him.

Before long, he arrived at the gate of Tianxian Academy.

However, to everyone's surprise, he set up a stall at the entrance of Tianxian Academy.

"Professional thugs, young and reckless students? Upperclassmen bullying the younger ones? Whatever the problem, come to me! I'll solve it all for you! Reasonable fees, honest and fair!"

Shi Hao shouted loudly, a carefree smile on his face, as if the arduous training he had just undergone had never happened.

His voice was loud and clear, drawing the attention of the students at Tianxian Academy.

Some of the younger students were tempted when they heard Shi Hao's call, but they hesitated when they saw Shi Hao's slightly immature yet cunning face.

The older students mostly looked disdainful, thinking that this kid was arrogant and dared to shout like that at the entrance of Tianxian Academy.

(End of this chapter)