NOVPUB"Looking for Vice Master Song?"
Upon hearing this, the Enforcer couldn’t help but show some surprise, but soon burst into a smile:
"It seems that the Right Enforcer is not aware of the situation outside. Vice Master Song is about to resign, and he’s most likely at Taihe Palace now..."
"Resign?"
Wang Ba was somewhat surprised.
The Enforcer sighed and said:
"Yes, Vice Master Song’s recent expedition has garnered quite a lot of resources from Qi, an admirable achievement. Plus, he’s accrued enough merit, so now he’s wholeheartedly preparing to break through to the Realm of Immortal Ascension, naturally leaving no time for the miscellaneous duties within the hall."
Wang Ba nodded slightly upon hearing this, then a thought struck him, and he asked curiously:
"Then who is going to take over Vice Master Song’s position now?"
The Enforcer shook his head: "I have no idea, but currently the two with the most support are Minister Qi Rulian from the Spirit Mineral Department and Minister Ma Shengxu from the Spirit Plant Department. Of course, such matters will ultimately be decided by the Sect Master and the Elders..."
Wang Ba breathed a sigh of relief when he heard these two names.
He had a decent relationship with both of them, and he would be happy to see either become the new Vice Hall Master.
However, he immediately began to feel a headache coming on.
With Song Dongyang not around, who could he report to now?
After thinking it over, he promptly sent a Sound Transmission Talisman to Song Dongyang, then headed straight for Wanfa Peak.
Although it had only been about a year since he last thought of Bu Chan, he oddly started to miss her as soon as he arrived at the Sect.
However, once he arrived at Wanfa Peak, he suddenly remembered that today wasn’t a day off and Bu Chan was most likely still at the Spirit Plant Department.
"Nevermind, let’s check on the Spirit Beasts first."
Wang Ba shook his head.
He had not taken the Stone Lizards with him since, for the time being, they were of limited help in magical combat.
But as his Spiritual Sense swept over Wanfa Peak, he spotted a familiar figure holding a magic sword, seemingly pondering over something.
"I almost forgot, Yi An is here too."
Wang Ba smacked his forehead.
He moved forward, intending to greet his son.
However, he suddenly realized he had triggered something.
A Sword Qi that was thick yet contained the essence of the Five Elements and was incredibly sharp barraged out from Wang Yi’an’s hands!
It slashed directly towards Wang Ba!
"Hmm?"
"Five Elements?"
Wang Ba was slightly shocked.
But it was just that, a fleeting shock.
He simply raised his hand slightly.
His two fingers effortlessly pinched the somewhat rough Sword Qi, within which he could detect a clever design.
Wang Yi’an also awakened abruptly from his contemplation upon seeing Wang Ba, his eyes lighting up slightly:
"Dad! You’re back!"
"Back indeed. Who taught you this swordsmanship, it doesn’t quite resemble Senior Brother Zhao’s style?"
Wang Ba first nodded with a smile, but then became serious.
Cultivation methods are the foundation of practice, and one should not change them lightly. The style of Wang Yi’an significantly differed from Zhao Feng, and Wang Ba couldn’t help but be concerned.
Hearing Wang Ba’s words, Wang Yi’an lifted his head with pride and said:
"This was personally passed down by Grandmaster Yao!"
"Grandmaster?"
Wang Ba was puzzled:
"Martial Uncle Xumi?"
"No, Grandmaster Yao!"
Wang Yi’an corrected.
"Master Yao?"
Wang Ba was stunned, never expecting it to be something that Master Yao Wudi had taught.
After a moment of hesitation, he decided not to question further:
"Then you keep practicing. If you encounter any problems, come and ask me."
Wang Yi’an dismissed the idea:
"Dad, you don’t understand the Sword Dao, what use would asking you be?"
Wang Ba shook his head at the response.
However, he did not offer an explanation, instead asking:
"Where’s your mother?"
"Mom’s in the Spirit Plant Department. I heard she’s quite busy."
"Quite busy?"
Wang Ba’s brows furrowed slightly, thought for a moment, and without further delay to see the Spirit Beasts, he rose up and flew towards the Spirit Plant Department.
Soon, he arrived at the Spirit Plant Department.
Seeing Wang Ba, some people in the Spirit Plant Department were a bit surprised:
"The Right Enforcer is back?"
They immediately volunteered to direct Wang Ba:
"Deacon Bu is right outside in that spirit field!"
"Thank you."
Wang Ba replied with a smile.
Then he flew to the location they had indicated.
Sure enough, it wasn’t long before he saw Bu Chan outside the spirit field, instructing some young Spirit Plant Masters.
Wang Ba didn’t speak; he just watched quietly, feeling an inexplicable peace and comfort in his heart.
"Eh? Martial Nephew Wang? You’re back?"
Just then, a voice suddenly came from behind him.
Wang Ba recognized the voice instantly and quickly turned around.
Indeed, he saw a much smoother-skinned old farmer, smiling and looking towards him.
"Martial Uncle Ma! Long time no see."
Wang Ba also greeted with a cupped fist and a smile.
Then, an idea struck him, and he said:
"I just happened to have a question for Martial Uncle."
Seeing Wang Ba so cheerful, Ma Shengxu’s mood lightened greatly. Hearing his request, Ma Shengxu couldn’t help but laugh and say:
"What long time, it’s been only about a year. Whatever the question, just ask."
Without hesitation, Wang Ba immediately took out the golden small tree he had obtained from Musen Island from the Scroll Dungeon.
Upon seeing this small tree, Ma Shengxu was initially indifferent.
However, after a careful look, his expression quickly turned to one of astonishment:
"This, this is the imperial willow?!"
