"Old Zhen, Old Zhen, come take a look!" After a long while, Elder Huo finally came to his senses and waved at his old friend.

"That little guy hasn't even been in there for half an hour. It's already good if he can comprehend the mental cultivation method. What's there to see?" Elder Zhen poured himself a cup of tea, strolled over leisurely, and swept his gaze across the hall.

When he saw the scene inside, Elder Zhen's originally relaxed and carefree expression suddenly froze.

Before Tang Yan, there were actually nine Array Points. Under his control, they danced with extreme agility in midair, forming various lines and symbols.

Elder Zhen felt as if he were hallucinating. He rubbed his eyes vigorously, and after confirming it was no illusion, his mind went completely blank.

A Novice, in the span of half an hour, had condensed nine Array Points?

Being able to condense a single Array Point in six hours already qualified one as a formation genius. This guy...

Crash!

The already stunned Elder Zhen had forgotten he was still holding his teacup. With a slip of the hand, the cup flew out.

Elder Huo was quick in eye and hand. He condensed his True Qi and caught the teacup steadily in midair.

"Look at you, acting like you've never seen the world." Elder Huo mercilessly taunted his old friend.

"Stop mocking me. If you encountered a student who had just started learning alchemy and could instantly control the Alchemical Flame, wouldn't you be shocked?" Elder Zhen retorted.

Elder Huo looked at Tang Yan, a blazing intensity flashing in his eyes. "Old Zhen, tell me-since this little guy has such high talent in formation cultivation, could he also have great insight in alchemy?

"How about, after you guide him in as a Novice, you let him try alchemy too? Perhaps he could find opportunities in both Array-Martial Arts and alchemy."

"Get lost. Stop trying to poach Tang Yan. The absolute art of Array-Martial Arts is incredibly complex. If he splits his focus, he won't reach the Mahayana realm in either discipline. The loss outweighs the gain!" Elder Zhen rejected Elder Huo's suggestion.

"I was just saying." Elder Huo apologized verbally, but the look in his eyes as he gazed at Tang Yan was still full of appreciation for talent.

Inside the hall.

Nine Array Points were already Tang Yan's limit. To arrange more Array Points, he would have to continue improving his strength.

Helplessly, he withdrew the Array Points. Feeling that the True Qi in his body was nearly depleted, he couldn't help but sigh. "Still too weak. If I could step into the Earth Rank, I should be able to condense more Array Points."

Hearing Tang Yan's muttering, Elder Zhen and Elder Huo nearly went mad. Listening to this guy's tone, he wasn't even satisfied with the results he had just shown?

Elder Zhen steadied his mind, walked out from behind the scenes, and forced a calm demeanor as he said, "Little guy, congratulations. You are fully qualified to cultivate Array-Martial Arts."

A hint of joy flashed in Tang Yan's eyes as he tentatively asked, "Elder Zhen, how is my talent?"

"There is still some gap compared to true geniuses. But don't be discouraged. Your aptitude is still top-notch. If you cultivate with dedication, there will surely be a place for you at the peak of Array-Martial Arts." Worried that Tang Yan might become arrogant and complacent, Elder Zhen did not state the truth.

Elder Huo knew his old friend's painstaking intentions and held back from exposing him on the spot.

Tang Yan said earnestly, "Elder Huo, rest assured. I will definitely practice diligently!"

Seeing Tang Yan's attitude, Elder Huo felt another stab to his heart. What a fine seedling! With such talent and such humility, why wouldn't he learn alchemy from him?

"Go back and rest for now. From now on, come to the Array Pavilion every morning during the Chen hour to learn Formations from me." Elder Zhen instructed.

"Thank you, Elder Zhen." Tang Yan bowed with cupped fists, greeted the two elders, and left the Array Pavilion.

After Tang Yan left, Elder Zhen's previously stern and solemn expression vanished completely. Laughing like a child, he exclaimed, "The heavens have not failed me! A Master of Array-Martial Arts is about to emerge from my Azure Dragon Academy!"

Seeing Elder Zhen's smug and unrestrained face, Elder Huo gloomily flicked his sleeves and left.

At this moment, a bright moon hung in the night sky, casting its light over the land.

Tang Yan moved through the night, his heart growing increasingly fervent.

"Northern Spirit Realm... Father, Mother, rest assured. I will definitely find you!" Murmuring softly, Tang Yan sped off into the distance.

A few minutes later, Tang Yan stopped before a small courtyard. Looking at the two-story building before him, a trace of hesitation flickered in his eyes.

Today, he had condensed quite a bit of fire Spiritual Qi in the Nine Nether Fire Sea. If he could completely refine it, it would greatly benefit his cultivation.

And the dense Spiritual Qi in the Four-Star Dormitory was precisely the perfect venue for refining the fire spirit.

"Sigh, little grand-aunt, I didn't mean to watch you change clothes. I just happened to see it. You shouldn't hold it against me, right?" Unwilling to give up such excellent cultivation resources, Tang Yan comforted himself, then climbed over the courtyard wall and carefully pushed open the small door on the first floor.

The moment he pushed the door open, Tang Yan's eyes instantly widened.

The room was not as dark as he had imagined. Two bright night pearls hung from the ceiling, illuminating the room clearly.

In the center of the room stood a large wooden tub. Zi Yun, whom he had been so carefully wary of, was bathing inside.

It seemed she had just finished washing. The moment Tang Yan opened the door, a splash came from the tub.

Laid bare at a glance! Completely exposed!

The two rolling white waves made Tang Yan instantly lose focus-billowing! Magnificent!

For a moment, both of them froze simultaneously.

"Ah!" A sharp scream rang out, and Tang Yan immediately felt a strong killing intent.

But this time, Tang Yan was not flustered. This girl had just finished bathing, so naturally, she wouldn't chase him out directly. He had plenty of time to escape.

Tang Yan turned around. He was just about to execute the Phantom Step when he suddenly felt his body lighten and was violently yanked back into the room.

At this moment, Tang Yan was greatly alarmed. Before he could even come to his senses, a heavy punch landed on his back.

"You ran so fast during the day, and now you dare to come back? I really underestimated your guts!

"Since you're so set on seeking death, I'll grant your wish!"

Zi Yun's fists rained down like hailstones.

Tang Yan's body was firmly controlled by Zi Yun, rendering him completely unable to move. At this moment, Tang Yan truly experienced the terrifying strength of a Heaven Rank expert!

Damn, she's strong!

The pain of each punch hitting flesh went straight to the bone!

But Tang Yan still couldn't understand-how exactly had this girl caught him?

Seeming unsatisfied with the beating, Zi Yun simply sat on top of Tang Yan and continued pummeling him with both fists.

Tang Yan's body stiffened. He finally realized-this silly girl hadn't put on any clothes at all! She had run straight out to catch him!

Feeling that soft, plump roundness swaying on top of him, Tang Yan's heart couldn't help but stir.

"Ouch, easy does it." Tang Yan kept begging for mercy.

"Easy? I think I'm not hitting hard enough!" Zi Yun was furious. She even jumped up and started kicking Tang Yan wildly.

Tang Yan rolled over, about to scramble away and look for an opportunity to escape, when he suddenly froze.

Once again, laid bare at a glance! Completely exposed!

Zi Yun beat Tang Yan for half an hour before her anger finally dissipated. At the same time, she felt a little curious-ever since she had kicked him over, why had this guy stopped dodging?

At this moment, Zi Yun finally felt a chill on her body. She looked down at herself, then looked at Tang Yan's wide eyes, and immediately understood.

"Lecher!" she shouted angrily, and kicked out with her foot.

A Heaven Rank expert's furious strike-Tang Yan had no way to dodge.

With a loud bang, Tang Yan's body was sent flying heavily out the door.