Douluo Continent: Dark Demon God Biao, inheriting the position of an evil god

Chapter 90: Zhang Lexuan conscripts men for the treasure hunt.

A gentle evening breeze blew, and the stars twinkled brightly.

After having dinner, Dai Yuntian parted ways with Zhu Lu and the others, and went to the treasure appreciation event alone according to the address on the invitation.

As soon as he arrived at the entrance of Jubaoge, he unexpectedly saw several familiar faces.

Beibei, Tang Ya, Jiang Nannan... and Xu Sanshi, whose whole body was wrapped in gauze.

The three of them naturally saw Dai Yuntian as well.

Upon seeing Dai Yuntian, Xu Sanshi's eyes widened instantly, like a mouse seeing a cat, and he stammered, "Dai... Dai Yuntian? You... how did you get here?"

Dai Yuntian glanced at him: "What, does this place belong to you? Can't I come here?"

Xu Sanshi shuddered in fright and limped back a few steps: "Yes, yes, yes! I didn't do anything to you this time!"

Since he was beaten up by Dai Yuntian last time, he has become much more obedient.

"Junior Brother Dai Yuntian, do you still remember me?"

Jiang Nannan stepped forward, a gentle smile on her face.

After what happened last time, she finally recognized Dai Yuntian as the little boy who helped her mother out of a predicament five years ago.

"Of course, Senior Jiang Nannan."

Dai Yuntian nodded at her.

Beibei maintained basic courtesy, nodding slightly as a greeting.

Only Tang Ya snorted coldly, turned her head away, and muttered in a very low voice, "Isn't this bastard a freshman who just enrolled? Why is he here at the treasure appreciation event?"

As is customary, the Treasure Appreciation Gathering usually only invites core disciples who have passed the assessment.

In principle, Shrek Academy's annual treasure appreciation event only invites core disciples who have passed the freshman assessment, which is why she felt indignant about Dai Yuntian's appearance.

Dai Yuntian walked straight to Jubao Pavilion.

Seeing this, Jiang Nannan kindly reminded him, "Junior, the treasure appreciation event doesn't officially open until 8 o'clock, so you can't go in yet."

The two receptionists at the door, dressed in elegant long dresses, nodded slightly, confirming Jiang Nannan's statement.

Tang Ya sneered inwardly: "He doesn't even know when the treasure appreciation event is open. What a country bumpkin!"

Dai Yuntian remained calm and took out the special invitation from his pocket, handing it to one of the reception girls: "This is my invitation. It states that my entry time is 7:30. May I go in now?"

The girl accepted the invitation with both hands, her gaze sweeping over the signature "Xian Lin'er" and the soul power mark at the bottom.

Her expression immediately turned serious, her attitude became extremely respectful, and she quickly stepped aside to make way, bowing and gesturing for them to pass.

"So it's you, Dai. Of course you can come in. Please follow me."

Amidst the astonished gazes of the crowd outside, Dai Yuntian followed the girl into the Treasure Pavilion.

This immediately caused an uproar among the waiting crowd outside.

Tang Ya, who was already impatient, was furious when she saw that Dai Yuntian, with whom she had a grudge, was able to enter the venue ahead of time. Her pent-up resentment exploded instantly.

Ignoring Beibei's attempts to stop her, she stepped forward and questioned, "Wait! Why was he allowed in? Doesn't the Treasure Appreciation Event open at eight o'clock?"

Her questioning immediately drew agreement from many of the waiting passengers:

"Yeah! Why is he special?"

"We also demand fair treatment!"

Beibei realized something was wrong and hurriedly tried to stop Tang Ya: "Xiao Ya, stop talking!"

Tang Ya was furious. She flung Bei Bei's hand away, her voice rising even louder:

"Beibei, don't stop me. I just want to know why we all have to wait outside while he can just swagger in?"

"Is this how Jubao Pavilion does business?"

At this moment, the girl in the long dress who had led the way earlier returned.

Standing on the steps, he coldly observed the indignant crowd below, especially Tang Ya, who had led the disturbance.

She held up the unusual invitation in her hand and said coldly:

"Fairness? If you want fairness, wait until you can get a special invitation letter personally signed by the dean!"

"In the world of Soul Masters, strength and talent are the greatest form of fairness! Feeling it's unfair? Sure, as long as you possess the qualities that will earn you the Dean's special attention, you can naturally enjoy special privileges!"

The question is, do you have them?

Her gaze swept over the crowd, a hint of mockery in her eyes: "Before you're envious of other people's opportunities, first consider your own worth!"

His words were like a bucket of cold water poured over me.

The once noisy crowd fell silent instantly, and many people looked ashamed and lowered their heads.

Finally, the girl's cold gaze fixed on Tang Ya, and she said decisively:

"As for you, student, for deliberately stirring up trouble and disrupting the order of Jubaoge, I hereby formally inform you that from this moment on, you are blacklisted by Jubaoge and are prohibited from entering!"

Under everyone's watchful eyes, Tang Ya's face flushed bright red, both ashamed and angry: "Why? I was just making a reasonable question!"

"Isn't the fact that Dai Yuntian is a distinguished guest specially invited by Dean Xian Lin'er enough?!"

The girl interrupted her without hesitation, and after speaking, she turned and walked into the pavilion without saying another word.

Tang Ya was left standing there, enduring the strange looks from those around her. Her face burned, and she felt as if the whole world was against her. She wiped away her tears, too embarrassed to stay any longer, and left in a disheveled state.

Seeing this, Beibei sighed and chased after him to comfort him.

……

Stepping inside the Treasure Pavilion, Dai Yuntian finally understood why his invitation specified that he should arrive half an hour early.

It turns out his treasure appreciation events really were different from others.

His was the "custom-made" version.

Inside the spacious exhibition hall, soft lighting focused on each and every precious artifact.

A faint, refreshing fragrance of medicinal plants filled the air.

Looking around, one sees a dazzling array of items: soul bones, spirit herbs, rare metals, high-level soul tools, and more, each radiating an extraordinary aura.

Dai Yuntian glanced at it and saw many good things, and couldn't help but secretly admire Shrek Academy's resources.

There's the Ten-Thousand-Year Netherworld Grass that's helpful to Zhu Lu, the Ten-Thousand-Year Top-Grade Dragon Blood Fruit that can be used for body training... and even the Mind-Enhancing Flower that can increase mental strength!
Although these are not considered immortal herbs, they are all rare and precious items that are hard to find in the outside world, enough to tempt any Soul Master.

Faced with so many choices, Dai Yuntian was momentarily captivated and didn't know where to begin.

After all, his special invitation allows him to get five items for free, so he has to use it wisely!

Just as he paused to ponder.

A soft, warm hand gently patted his shoulder.

Dai Yuntian quickly turned around.

What comes into view is a gentle and beautiful face, with a faint smile on her lips.

"Junior, you've been looking for so long, haven't you made your choice yet?" Zhang Lexuan asked softly.

"Sister Lexuan? What are you doing here?"

Dai Yuntian was somewhat surprised.

In his memory, this senior sister of the inner courtyard usually lived a secluded life, devoted herself to cultivation, and rarely participated in outside activities.

"What, you're surprised?"

"Do you think a cultivation fanatic like me should be locked up in the simulated cultivation area all day and shouldn't be in such a vulgar place?"

Zhang Lexuan blinked and chuckled.

Dai Yuntian shook his head: "No, I just didn't expect to run into Sister Lexuan by such a coincidence."

"Okay, don't be nervous."

Zhang Lexuan chuckled and reassured her, "Seeing how hesitant you are, how about... we make a deal? You do me a small favor, and I'll use my experience to give you some advice, and I guarantee you'll pick the one you're most satisfied with, how about it?"

A thought crossed Dai Yuntian's mind.

This suggestion seems pretty good?

After all, Zhang Lexuan was definitely more familiar with Jubaoge than he was.

However, he didn't agree immediately. Instead, he asked, "What can I do to help you, Sister Lexuan?"

Zhang Lexuan pursed her lips and asked, "I heard that you know about soul tools, junior?"

"I understand a little bit."

Dai Yuntian smiled modestly, even though it had been a long time since he had touched a soul tool.

But he never forgot to study, and now he is at least at the level of a level 5 Soul Master.

"Oh, you only know a little bit about it?"

Zhang Lexuan smiled, clearly not believing the answer.

Dai Yuntian shrugged and remained silent.

Zhang Lexuan didn't press further, gracefully turned around, and walked towards the spiral staircase on one side of the exhibition hall:

"Come upstairs with me first, you'll see when we get there."

Dai Yuntian quickly followed.

The stairwell was quiet, with only the soft sound of two people's footsteps.

A faint, elegant fragrance, like orchids, wafted from Zhang Lexuan's body, lingering around the nose.

Because they were so close, Dai Yuntian subconsciously glanced at Zhang Lexuan's outfit today.

She wore a beige top, a black pencil skirt, and flesh-colored stockings tightly wrapped around her shapely, long legs.

She has a Japanese housewife vibe.

This is completely different from Ma Xiaotao's fiery and bright beauty, Zhu Lu's cool and shy dependence, or Xiao Xiao's lively and charming cuteness!
Zhang Lexuan possesses a unique and captivating charm.

Elegant, intellectual, gentle...

This reminded Dai Yuntian of a sentence he had heard online in his previous life.

The woman that all men search for their entire lives is simply another woman who resembles their mother.

P.S.: Don't get me wrong, she's not like Wa's mom!
(End of this chapter)