"That's for real. Go on then. Even though you've begun to grasp the power of barriers, the Spirit World Master's white-robe examination isn't simple. It's completely different from any test you've faced before. You'd best be mentally prepared so you don't get frustrated or discouraged." Zhuge Liuyun's words were meant to deflate him.
"Hehe, don't worry, Master. I won't let you down or make you lose face."
Chu Feng left in high spirits. Now that he knew how to save Eggie, the weight finally lifted from his heart. To avoid arousing Zhuge Liuyun's suspicion, he didn't refine those hundred Spirit Pearls; instead, he went to sleep early and slept soundly through the night.
The next morning, just as dawn was breaking, Chu Feng arrived as promised at Zhuge Liuyun's residence. However, the square before the palace was already a sea of people, packed with disciples and elders.
Pushing through the crowd, Chu Feng was stunned to see Zhuge Liuyun standing at the center of the square, and behind him stood two enormous White-Headed Eagles.
The eagles were massive, standing nearly three meters tall. Their huge talons were like sharp blades, and their piercing eyes showed no fear towards the crowd, instead holding a haughty expression.
"Wow, they're real White-Headed Eagles! So beautiful!" many girls exclaimed with delight upon seeing the birds, dancing with excitement.
"I heard these things are the best mode of transportation, and they're incredibly expensive. Our Azure Dragon Sect only has two, and Elder Zhuge raised them himself," someone revealed the eagles' background.
"Right, these things are awesome. Just looking at them is thrilling. I wonder how great it would feel to ride one for a spin in the sky."
"Elder Zhuge rarely uses these White-Headed Eagles. He treasures them like gems."
"It's said that Elder Wang, one of the six Protectors of the Sect, once wanted to borrow them for a long trip, but Elder Zhuge refused him without mercy."
"It was more than a refusal. I heard Elder Zhuge even scolded Elder Wang, saying he couldn't bear to use them himself, so how could Wang even dream of doing so."
"Exactly. Today, he's actually using both of them. Something big must be happening. Where are they going, and who's accompanying him?"
Everyone pointed and whispered about the eagles, envying Elder Zhuge, and even more so, the person who got to ride with him.
Because everyone wanted to feel the thrill of soaring through the sky, looking down from the heavens.
"Feng'er, it's time to go." At that moment, Zhuge Liuyun waved to Chu Feng amidst the crowd.
"Master."
And Chu Feng, under the gaze of everyone, walked up to Zhuge Liuyun. He couldn't help but reach out and stroke the White-Headed Eagle, his heart equally excited.
"It's Chu Feng! Oh my, is he going with Elder Zhuge?"
"To receive such treatment... Chu Feng must really be favored by Elder Zhuge."
Seeing Chu Feng, the onlookers all looked envious, jealous of the affection Chu Feng received from Zhuge Liuyun. But compared to the simple envy of the male disciples, many female disciples showed more overt admiration.
Chu Feng's talent had already been revealed, and now he had become Zhuge Liuyun's disciple. His status in the Azure Dragon Sect could be said to be no less than Gong Luyun's.
Furthermore, rumors were spreading that Chu Feng was a prodigy with exceptional Mental Power. It was precisely because of this powerful spiritual talent that Zhuge Liuyun took him as a disciple, which made people think even more highly of Chu Feng.
So now, Chu Feng naturally became the standard for countless female disciples when choosing a mate. Even though he was still a young man, it couldn't stop those girls' hearts from fluttering.
"Chu Feng." A familiar voice rang out. Su Mei emerged from the crowd, walked up to Chu Feng, and said dutifully, "Are you going out?"
"Mm, I'm going with Master to the Spirit Realm for the Spirit World Master's white-robe examination." Chu Feng didn't hide it from Su Mei.
"Taking the Spirit World Master's examination? Congratulations on becoming a Spirit World Master," Su Mei said with a sweet smile.