Chapter 230 Persuasion (2/2)

Over all, the Ethereal Form technique was a wonderful technique could pretty much cover every aspect of survivability, from defense, to escaping and hiding.

This was also why Zhou Yuan had not hesitated to choose it the moment he saw it.

”You…” Gu Hongyi blankly stared at Zhou Yuan, not knowing what to see for a time. What had just happened was way too shocking. She was unable to believe that Zhou Yuan was nearly at the initial stage after a mere five days of practice.

“You’ve really unblocked 31 apertures?”

Zhou Yuan chuckled. “You should at least believe your own eyes, right?”

“How did you do it?!”

Zhou Yuan smiled faintly. “Perhaps my sensing is just better… how about it? Are you interested? I should be able to guarantee you reaching the first level of the Ethereal Form technique in ten days.”

He did not dare to make any guarantees for the second level, because he could already feel how increasingly difficult it was becoming to sense the latter apertures. Even with the Decoder Saint Rune, it would take some time.

Gu Hongyi's eyes flickered brightly as she stared at Zhou Yuan. She had originally been under the impression that he was spouting nonsense. Who could have expected that he would be so capable. Even without anyone’s guidance, he had rapidly progressed at such an astonishing speed.

“This is fifty Genesis jade pieces.”

Gu Hongyi was a swift and decisive person. Since she had already personally witnessed it, there was naturally no need to delay. With a flick of her wrist, a cloth bag was thrown towards Zhou Yuan, the clear tinkling of Genesis jade pieces clearly heard as it flew through the air.

“How generous.” Zhou Yuan raised his thumb in response. She was indeed a richy little lady, not even a single grumble before paying the full amount. To think that he was originally planning on only taking half the payment first.

“But where did you get so many Genesis jade pieces?” Zhou Yuan curiously asked. He had not seen Gu Hongyi undertake any missions, and yet she seemed to be very wealthy.

“Why be such a busy body.” Gu Hongyi rolled her eyes at him.

Zhou Yuan nodded in understanding. As expected, she did have ties in the sect.

“Zhou Yuan, I’m warning you that my money is not so easily earned. If I do not reach the first level after ten days…” Gu Hongyi shot a look at Zhou Yuan. “I will not let you off.”

“Relax, this is already a bargain and I will not cheat anyone.” Zhou Yuan hurriedly pledged. This was his first customer, and he had to make sure she was satisfied at all costs.

“When do we begin training?”

“Our time is precious, so we’ll of course be starting now. Follow me.” Zhou Yuan waved his hand, tossing the bag of Genesis jade in the other as he walked down the mountain.

Gu Hongyi looked at his leaving figure, before looking towards the lecture halls in the rear mountain as she hesitated for a moment. In the end, she gritted her teeth and quickly caught up.

“Zhou Yuan, you’re dead meat if you dare to lie to me!”

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Rear mountain, lecture hall.

Zhu Yue watched the numerous outer mountain disciples arrive one after another, and suddenly frowned. He had not seen Gu Hongyi amongst them.

At this moment, Zhu Feng suddenly rushed over, his expression extremely ugly.

Zhu Yue frowned and asked, “What is it?”

The other disciples also looked over.

Zhu Feng hesitated for a second, somewhat unable to believe his own words as he explained, “Gu Hongyi sent someone to say that she will not be coming.”

“Not coming?” Zhu Yue was taken aback, somewhat unhappy as she said, “Wasn’t she doing well so far? Does she no longer plan on learning the Ethereal Form technique?”

Gu Hongyi was from a powerful background, while also being very pretty. Hence, Zhu Yue had some designs on her, and was currently attempting to fulfill the dream of ‘marrying into power and wealth’, hoping to make use of this opportunity while teaching her to get into her good books.

Gu Hongyi’s sudden absence had disrupted his tempo.

Zhu Feng summoned his courage and said, “She… she’s still learning, but… she has went to learn from Zhou Yuan.”

The lecture hall immediately fell silent, numerous disciples looking to each other first before quickly breaking out into a din.

“Zhou Yuan?”

“Gu Hongyi is learning the Ethereal From technique from Zhou Yuan?!”

“What the heck is she doing?”

Zhu Yue was also stupefied. Soon after, his complexion turned steely green with rage. He was truly unable to comprehend what Gu Hongyi was thinking. Did she sustain some brain damage? It was preposterous for her to learn Genesis techniques from another outer mountain disciple!

What kind of medicine had Zhou Yuan given her?!

Most importantly, if news of this spread, where would Zhu Yue be able to hide his face?!

Zhu Yue gnashed his teeth, no longer able to restrain his emotions. He violently kicked a nearby table to dust, his expression twisting as he roared, “Zhou Yuan, you’re practically asking for death!”

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