B2 - Chapter 43

B2 - Chapter 43

Its alright, William smiled, I was the one who interrupted. I overheard that there was a lecture on formations here? Are these buildings all for that purpose?

Wheres your mentor? Ningyu Zhou asked after realizing Wang Xiaoling wasnt even part of the sect.

At the auction, William replied, adding more when they frowned. I wanted to explore while he was busy.

Hm, I guess your mentor can be excused with the circumstances, Liu Xin's expression said the opposite. Im Liu Xin, but you can call me Sister Liu. And this is Ningyu Zhou. You can call him Annoying Zhou.

You dont speak for me! Ningyu Zhou stood in anger, but it was obviously shallow. You can call me Brother Ningyu. Since your mentor is busy, would you like us to take his place? We dont have much to do today anyway.

William could already see Wang Xiaoling shaking her head. He agreed with her. I wish we could, Seniors, but we must get to the Administrative Peak soon. The most I could do right now is look around on the way there.

They seemed curious about why it was necessary to go to the peak but didnt ask about it.

Then we wont keep you, Liu Xin nodded. As for the buildings, yes, most are lecture halls. You are free to join any lecture being held if you get there before the start.

Thank you, Sister Liu, William bowed slightly. Do you know when the next lecture about formations will take place? Im a complete beginner, so it would need to be basics only.

A beginner, Ningyu Zhou repeated with a slight frown. You might need self-study then.

Or you can ask an elder to give you permission to return to the Outer Court. The lecturers there focus on the basics, Liu Xin added.

Oh, thats also an option, Ningyu Zhou nodded. However, it will be tough to get that permission. The sect tries to separate outer and inner disciples unless its absolutely necessary.

William didnt think he would have much trouble with that. Elder Yu was in his corner. Even without that, he already had free access to the Outer Court.

Thank you again, Seniors, he smiled. Well take our leave.

Liu Xin waved. Come find us in the future if you need any help!

William stayed silent until they walked out of earshot. There was another reason he didnt want to take them up on their offer.

That was rude of them. I apologize, Sister Xiaoling.

For what? Wang Xiaoling asked, apparently clueless.

They completely ignored you.

Besides that, William needed to find a way to create an Earth-Tier version of [Force Multiplier]. It was still highly effective, but just like his basic martial skills, his trump card would lose more and more effect as his cultivation rose.

Not to forget about formations. That was something William intended to study to the best of his abilities.

There was a lot to do. It made him feel good.

What are you smiling about? Wang Xiaoling asked suspiciously.

Nothing, he smirked for no reason whatsoever. You have your secrets. So do I.

She rolled her eyes as they left the librarys courtyard.

William took a quick path that led them to the entertainment district. He wondered if they would run across Mei Lingxi as they walked into the bustling street.

They didnt. It was an uninterrupted walk through the street and into the residential area. Then came the market with stalls set up by the disciples, though it was far emptier than when he was here with the Grand Elder.

Like most of the other decreases in traffic around the sect, he blamed it on the auction.

Well, I didnt expect this, Wang Xiaoling commented as they approached the Administration Peak.

You havent come across any of the peaks? William asked with doubt. After all, they were hard to miss.

I had no reason to visit the edges of the common grounds. Not like I was allowed to in the first place.

Ah, right, William muttered distractedly as they stopped. He wasnt sure if they were supposed to just walk up or wait.

Thankfully, he didnt have to make a decision.

A willowy woman appeared before them, wearing silver robes that threw him off.

[Name: Xiu Jing | Level: ?]

Welcome to the Administration Peak, disciple and guest. Do you have an appointment?

Er, no? William grimaced. I didnt know we needed one. I wanted to speak with Elder Yu.

Xiu Jing tilted her head, looking like she was communicating with someone, before nodding. Elder Yu will meet with you. Follow me.