Chapter 608: Commission, Treasure Pavilion
Chu Ning didn't know how Lu Ziyou and others agreed to accept him, but he was not worried. He would know sooner or later.
With a faint smile on his face, Chu Ning said to the four people:
"At that time, the two hall masters Fan and Lu didn't have much time, so they didn't tell me the details of this Changkong Hall.
Why don't we find a place and Chu can learn more about it?"
In fact, Fan Zexian told him a lot of things at that time.
But Chu Ning obviously wouldn't reveal it at this moment. He just took this opportunity to see the true attitude of several cultivators.
Lu Ziyou continued:
"Hall Master, in addition to the previous hall, this hall also has many meeting halls of different sizes.
Among them, Tianchang Pavilion is where several hall masters used to meet before.
You see..."
"Then let's go to Tianchang Pavilion!"
Chu Ning made the decision at this moment, and the five people went there immediately.
Tianchang Pavilion is much smaller than the thousand-foot hall in front, but it is only relatively speaking.
This place is still nearly a hundred feet in size.
Moreover, there are many restrictions in the hall. With Chu Ning's knowledge, he can naturally see that many of them have passages behind them.
It is very convenient to go to various places in Changkong Hall from this pavilion.
And Lu Ziyou's words also confirmed this point.
Chu Ning looked up and saw that there were three chairs in the main seat of the hall.
Naturally, he sat on the middle one without hesitation.
No one dared to sit on the other two seats, and the four people sat down at the bottom.
Chu Ning glanced at the seats of several people, and then said:
"Fellow Daoist Lu, how many Yuanying cultivators are there in this hall now?"
"Including the four of us, there are a total of seven Yuanying cultivators."
Lu Ziyou replied.
"Junior Brother Xu Lifeng is in seclusion to practice and strive for the middle stage of Yuanying.
Junior Sister Si Tingyi went to visit friends in Hanyanzhou, and Junior Brother You Qiming went out to sea to hunt a monster."
Then Lu Ziyou explained that these three people were all in the early stage of Yuanying.
Chu Ning nodded slightly. No wonder Changkong Palace could dominate the North Cold Land and dominate the best place for cultivation in the Snow Peak Mountains.
Counting the two Nascent Soul mid-stage cultivators who died in Taixuyuan.
Changkong Palace alone has more than ten Nascent Soul cultivators, three in the late stage, and four in the middle stage.
Such strength is comparable to the nine top forces even in Tianmu Continent.
This information is consistent with what Fan Zexian told him at the beginning.
Chu Ning then learned about the number of Jindan cultivators and foundation-building cultivators.
The number of these two levels is not small, but Chu Ning was prepared and was not particularly surprised.
"If it were before, with a Changkong Palace, I'm afraid that the Yunxiao Alliance on the Western Alliance Continent might not be able to beat it."
After secretly sighing in his heart, Chu Ning's eyes swept over the four people again.
Then he smiled and asked:
"Except for the three hall masters, are the rest of the Nascent Soul cultivators all guardians?"
Lu Ziyou didn't know what Chu Ning meant by asking this question, but he still nodded and said:
"Yes, each of us guardians is responsible for his own part."
"Change it!" Chu Ning suddenly said.
When the four heard Chu Ning's words, they couldn't help but look at each other, although their expressions did not change.
But they also saw the uneasiness in each other's eyes.
At the moment they accepted Chu Ning as the hall master, they could also guess that Chu Ning might make some moves, but they didn't expect Chu Ning to move so quickly.
It seems that they are going to take action now?
"Although I was entrusted by fellow Taoists Fan and Lu to take over this Changkong Hall.
But after all, I am not familiar with the various affairs in the hall, and I don't have so much energy to manage it.
I want to set up the position of deputy hall master. I wonder if you two are willing?"
When Chu Ning said this, his eyes looked directly at Lu Ziyou and Ren Heng.
The two were stunned for a moment, and then they looked at Chu Ning with complicated eyes.
They didn't expect that Chu Ning did take some actions after becoming the hall master, but the first thing he did was to promote the two.
Although before, as the middle stage of the Nascent Soul, they had a higher status among the guardians.
But if they were appointed as deputy hall masters, they would undoubtedly be one level higher than other Nascent Soul cultivators.
After a short daze, Lu Ziyou and Ren Heng both showed a hint of joy on their faces, stood up and bowed to Chu Ning:
"Thank you, Hall Master!"
After Chu Ning waved his hand, the two sat back down.
Since Chu Ning wanted to win him over, this deputy hall master should not be in name only. As for what benefits, they couldn't say.
Chu Ning continued to speak at this moment:
"I don't know the relevant matters of this hall yet. After I learn more, I will assign duties and corresponding rights to the two deputy hall masters.
In addition, I brought back many life magic weapons of late Yuanying cultivators from Tianmu Continent on this trip.
If you have any suitable ones, you can choose one at that time.
If you don't like them, Chu has also dabbled in alchemy and refining, and can improve the refining of your life magic weapons for you."
"Thank you, Hall Master!"
Hearing that there are indeed tangible benefits, Lu Ziyou and Ren Heng immediately expressed their gratitude again.
Chu Ning's eyes were now looking at Wu Lingwei and Luo Zhiquan, who were now envious.
"Junior Sister Wu, Junior Brother Luo, you don't have to serve as the guardian in the future.
Except for the deputy hall master, the rest of the Yuanying cultivators in the hall serve as elders.
The guardian is served by the late Jindan cultivators."
After Chu Ning finished speaking, he smiled and said:
"Same as the two deputy palace masters, the specific responsibilities and rights will be arranged after I get more familiar with them.
At present, everyone still performs his or her own duties according to the previous instructions. "
"Yes, thank you very much, Lord!"
Wu Lingwei and Luo Zhiquan also saluted with clasped fists and happy faces.
Although they did not hold the position of deputy hall master, Chu Ning set up the position of elder, obviously hoping to let them experience more benefits.
After briefly meeting his wife, Chu Ning stood up.
"I still need to get familiar with this Changkong Palace. Can I take a walk around it first?"
After Chu Ning finished speaking, Lu Ziyou responded with a smile:
“Hall Master, it would be too conspicuous for us to go around at the same time, why not let Elder Wu accompany you around.
Elder Wu is an acquaintance with you, so it is convenient for you to communicate.
In addition, other monks in the temple do not know the situation of the temple master, and the temple master may be blocked from going to some places.
Lu and Junior Brother Ren first went to the various parties to convey the news. The palace master can go directly when the time comes. What does the palace master think? "
Chu Ning glanced at Lu Zi and then nodded.
He didn't know that Lu Liao had such a construction intention, but for the time being he still chose to believe the other party.
When Lu Zi saw this, he immediately handed Chu Ning another token.
Chu Ning picked it up and took a look and found that it was another piece of Sky Token.
While he was wondering, Lu Ziyou had already explained:
"Palace Master, the two palace masters handed this order to their subordinates for safekeeping before leaving.
I am afraid that in some places where the Lord of the Palace needs to go, three tokens will be required to activate the restriction at the same time.
After this order, the subordinates were returned to the palace master. "
After speaking, Lu Zi looked at Chu Ning with a sincere smile.
Chu Ning nodded towards Lu Zi, and then looked at Wu Lingwei.
"Elder Wu, please take me to get acquainted with it."
Wu Lingwei knew that this was an opportunity to get closer to Chu Ning, so naturally she would not refuse.
Even then he said to Chu Ning:
"The palace master is too polite, then why don't we just set off from Tianchang Pavilion directly.
With the help of the palace master's Changkong Order, you can directly access most places in the palace. "
With that said, Wu Lingwei led Chu Ning to introduce them in various restricted passages.
Three people from Lu Zi withdrew from Tianchang Pavilion.
The structure of the Changkong Palace is different from that of the Jiuhua Sect where Chu Ning stayed before, which was built on various hills.
Instead, it is a main hall built on top of the main peak of the entire snow peak.
The main hall has different pavilions, halls, and dojos, which are then connected together through various floors and passages.
It's more like a small city in the sky.
However, although the structure is different, the general functions are similar.
It's nothing more than alchemy, weapon refining, formations, etc.
Wu Lingwei was originally responsible for the affairs of Shuangyue Pavilion back then, and she was a well-rounded person.
Although he and Chu Ning hadn't seen each other for many years, they quickly became familiar with each other during the conversation.
After chatting like this for a while, Wu Lingwei took the initiative to send a message to Chu Ning:
"Palace Master, when we were discussing in the secret room just now, it was Deputy Palace Master Lu who took the lead in supporting the Palace Master."
"oh?"
When Chu Ning heard this, she let out a soft sigh.
It fell into Wu Lingwei's ears, but this beautiful woman was a little unsure.
She didn't know whether Chu Ning was curious about why Lu Zi had it, or whether she was curious about why she would take the initiative to talk about it.
At this moment, Wu Lingwei simply pretended that she did not understand the meaning of Chu Ning's words, and told Chu Ning exactly what happened in the secret room before.
After hearing this, Chu Ning couldn't help but look at Wu Lingwei meaningfully.
"Elder Wu, I'm afraid Deputy Palace Master Lu suggested that you come with me because he wanted you to tell me what he said."
Wu Lingwei chuckled after hearing this:
“Palace Master, this should be his intention.
Deputy Palace Master Lu has always taken good care of me, and he knows me very well.
Knowing that I am a well-rounded person, since I have a relationship with the palace master, I will naturally take the initiative to show my kindness.
I also know that if I sell well, I will definitely not forget him.
Because Deputy Palace Master Lu himself does not have too many ambitions, what he wants more is that the palace master will not worry too much about him.
And put yourself in danger. "
Wu Lingwei's words were so straightforward that Chu Ning couldn't help but laugh.
"Elder Wu, aren't you afraid of arousing my resentment?"
After hearing this, Wu Lingwei smiled again and said:
"I have been in contact with the Palace Master back in the Fairy City of Iceland, although the Palace Master is very mysterious and hidden.
But a woman’s intuition tells me that the master of the palace probably doesn’t like others to be petty in front of you.
Therefore, it is better for subordinates to be straightforward. "
"Okay!" Chu Ning nodded with satisfaction at this moment.
He didn't care whether Wu Lingwei was deliberately trying to please him or whether she was as honest as she said.
It doesn't matter to Chu Ning.
What he wants is actually Wu Lingwei's attitude and the other party's news.
Chu Ning would not really think that by becoming the master of this palace, he would control the Changkong Palace.
To truly achieve this, various means are needed.
After all, this is not Jiuhua Sect.
Yu Changge and others have feelings for themselves and can sincerely respect themselves.
Therefore, Chu Ning also intentionally asked about the situation of everyone inside Changkong Palace.
And I learned from the other party that even the Yuanying monks were not so harmonious.
For example, Lu Ziyou and Ren Heng are not compatible, mainly because Ren Heng has always been a bit ambitious.
He always wanted to have greater power and status than Lu Zi in the palace.
It is precisely because of this that Fan Zexian and Lu Xuedao were wary of him before, but did not give him really big power.
Combined with Lu Ziyou's actions, Chu Ning somewhat believed in this.
Of course, all this is Wu Lingwei's one-sided statement, and Chu Ning will not completely believe it.
He will find out again slowly whether all this is true or false.
The two of them were talking, and Wu Lingwei took Chu Ning to an attic with a treasure pavilion sign.
Wu Lingwei said to Chu Ning at this moment:
“Palace Master, this Treasure Pavilion is one of the most important places in the entire Changkong Palace.
All kinds of treasures traded in Shuangyue Pavilion, whether they are bought or sold, basically come from here.
Of course, the treasures that can be brought back to the palace will not be ordinary things.
Even if it is used by the foundation-building monks in the palace, it is the best thing in the entire Beihan. "
With that said, Wu Lingwei introduced to Chu Ning.
Although this pavilion looks like it is on the ground, it is actually built underground.
There are five floors in total, and foundation-building monks on the first and second floors are eligible to enter.
Only golden elixir monks can enter the third level, and ordinary Nascent Soul monks can enter the fourth level.
As for the last floor, only the palace master can enter.
"The fifth floor of the Treasure Pavilion is the same as the training caves of several palace masters. Without their Sky Order, no one can enter."
Chu Ning had only walked around other places before, but now after hearing Wu Lingwei's words, she also said with some curiosity:
"In that case, let's go in and have a look.
I also want to see what treasures the largest force in Northern Han has hidden. "
Chu Ning entered the Treasure Pavilion under the guidance of Wu Lingwei.
Similar to what he had seen in other sects before, it mainly contained treasures such as skills, spells, and alchemy weapon arrays.
Of course, since Changkong Palace governs the fairy city of Iceland, the treasure pavilion in this palace is naturally much larger than what Chu Ning has encountered before.
It can be said that there are all kinds of things inside.
Moreover, in terms of quality, it is far higher than that of ordinary sects.
It seems that the first sect in Beihan and Shuangyue Pavilion, the first trading house in Beihan, have indeed collected some good things.
On the fourth floor, where only Nascent Soul cultivators could enter, Chu Ning saw more interesting things.
“There are many more cultivation books and various magic weapons in the Changkong Palace than in the Jiuhua Sect.
And whether it is the Five Elements Kung Fu, or the Thunder, Ice, Wind and other Kung Fu and Spells, they are all very rich.
Among them, most of them are ice-attribute exercises and spells. This is different from the fact that one of Fan Zexian and Lu Xuedao practiced water attributes, and the other practiced metal attributes. "
Chu Ning was surprised in her heart and suddenly looked forward to the sixth floor of the treasure pavilion.
Apart from anything else, ice-attributed skills, spells, and magic weapons are still very important to Chu Ning.
After all, the main purpose of coming to the Northern Cold Land is to create the second level of the Chaos Immortal Art that incorporates ice attributes.
Thinking like this, Chu Ning also said to Wu Lingwei:
"Elder Wu, I want to go to the fifth floor to take a look. It will take some time. You see..."
Wu Lingwei immediately laughed and said:
"Palace Master, I happen to have a technique here that I want to learn more about.
The master of the palace can go ahead, but his subordinates will just wait here. "
After hearing this, Chu Ning nodded, took the Sky Token and headed to the sixth floor of the Treasure Pavilion.