Furthermore, Hao Chun had thoroughly studied Zhou Ruoran's situation within the sect and understood it well. Zhou Ruoran rarely interacted with any male cultivators, and any rumors had nothing to do with her, which made Hao Chun more certain that Zhou Ruoran was just finding an excuse to reject him and that she actually didn't have any supposed lover, let alone a husband!
Regarding Ding Fan's situation, Zhou Ruoran couldn't explain it clearly, or else if people found out about her origins, it would obviously cause a lot of trouble, especially since she and others ca to this Cultivation World from Earth.
Hence, Zhou Ruoran couldn't explain, making even people from the Jade Maiden Sect feel that Zhou Ruoran just found a reason to refuse this Wuji Sect core disciple, Hao Chun. Even Zhou Ruoran's master thought the sa way.
Zhou Ruoran felt helpless about this; she couldn't explain and had no choice but to let it be. She had no feelings whatsoever for Hao Chun, and sotis she couldn't even rember his na, which embarrassed her even more.
However, Zhou Ruoran knew that her sect, especially her master, evidently wanted her to be with Hao Chun. After all, Hao Chun was a Wuji Sect core disciple, and the Wuji Sect was indeed a Great Gate Sect, obviously more prestigious than the Jade Maiden Sect where Zhou Ruoran belonged. It would clearly be beneficial for the Jade Maiden Sect to forge connections with such a sect.
This was also what Zhou Ruoran's master hoped to see. But her master wasn't soone who only cared about the sect's interests; clearly, she also adored Zhou Ruoran and knew that Zhou Ruoran's talent in cultivation was exceptional. Developing the disciples' abilities was naturally the most important aspect for the sect. Zhou Ruoran represented the hope for the Jade Maiden Sect to beco a Great Gate Sect.
After all, Zhou Ruoran's talent was so exceptional that even the Jade Maiden Sect master felt inferior. The sect master could imagine that given so ti, this proud disciple would achieve cultivation far surpassing her own.
This was one of the reasons why the Jade Maiden Sect master adored Zhou Ruoran, but not all of it: Zhou Ruoran's obedient and intelligent nature was naturally sothing else the sect master cherished about her.
"I heard that this year's Great Alchemy Competition is quite different. It's said to be the grandest event in hundreds of years, and the champion reward is rumored to be very generous. Many famous alchemists are vying for it! It must be bustling and exciting! I wish I could go right now and join in the fun! Hehe..."
A baby-faced female cultivator beside Zhou Ruoran said longingly, obviously the Great Alchemy Competition was a grand event across the Donglai Continent. Although they were in the sect, news about the Great Alchemy Competition was everywhere, and even the senior sisters and junior sisters in the sect were discussing it, especially about "Ding Lin".
But Zhou Ruoran had not the slightest interest in this, and naturally knew nothing about the topics related to the Great Alchemy Competition. At this mont, Zhou Ruoran's thoughts were on finding Ding Fan, but no matter how much she inquired about Ding Fan's whereabouts, there was no news at all, which made her quite frustrated.
At this mont, upon hearing Taotao's words, Zhou Ruoran, knowing that Taotao really wanted to see the Great Alchemy Competition, decided not to let her mood affect others. Zhou Ruoran smiled gently at Taotao and said:
"If you want to go have a look, then go. I'll talk to Master for you."
Upon hearing Zhou Ruoran's words, Taotao pouted and coquettishly said:
"Young Master Hao Chun invited you. If you don't go, he won't go either, so what's the point of going alone? Co with , please?"
At this mont, Hao Chun, overhearing their conversation, realized it was a precious opportunity for him. After all, Zhou Ruoran's best friend was eager to go, which was certainly advantageous to him. There couldn't be a better opportunity to invite Zhou Ruoran. How could Hao Chun let this chance slip by? So he promptly said:
"Yes, this year's Great Alchemy Competition is quite extraordinary. If you miss it, who knows when the next chance will co? I've heard that many interesting figures have appeared this ti. I think this year's competition will be very fascinating! Junior Sister Zhou, you usually train so hard; you should definitely not miss this good opportunity to relax."
"That's right, I've also heard that many interesting people have co to this year's competition, like so alchemist nad Ding Lin, who is said to be very impressive and also a handso man! Just thinking about it makes drool..."
At this point, Taotao, clasping her chin with both hands, looked starry-eyed and mischievously at her best friend, Zhou Ruoran. After all, she ntioned a handso man; Taotao didn't believe Ruoran wouldn't be intrigued! When Taotao finished speaking and looked at Ruoran, it truly surprised her—no, it was a big delight.
At this mont, when Zhou Ruoran heard Taozi ntion the na Ding Lin, her heart felt as if it had been shocked, leaving her standing in place, her expression frozen!
Zhou Ruoran's first reaction upon hearing the na Ding Lin was to think of Ding Fan. She knew that back on Earth, Ding Fan had used this alias to hide his identity. Clearly, Zhou Ruoran was aware of this. Hearing the na Ding Lin once again filled her heart with excitent. Was it really Ding Fan? Or just soone with the sa na?
For a mont, Zhou Ruoran's heart was like a calm lake suddenly hit by a massive rock, stirring her emotions to an uncontainable excitent.
Taozi watched Zhou Ruoran's reaction with great curiosity. What was wrong with Ranran? Why such a big reaction? She knew Zhou Ruoran well enough to know that even ntioning a handso guy wouldn't normally provoke such excitent in her. Although Hao Chun wasn't particularly handso, he still looked decent.
Yet, Zhou Ruoran was indifferent towards him. Now, just by hearing the na Ding Lin, a supposed handso guy she had never t, she was visibly affected. Why did Ranran have such a reaction? Taozi was quite puzzled. ᴛhis chapter is ᴜpdated by novel⸺fire
Hao Chun also noticed Zhou Ruoran's expression, feeling very puzzled. Usually Zhou Ruoran didn't seem interested in n at all, sotis making one wonder if she even liked n. Yet, just by hearing the na Ding Lin, she reacted so strongly. Isn't it a bit exaggerated?
Hao Chun felt a bit resentful towards this so-called Ding Lin. After all, he had pursued Zhou Ruoran for days without her even rembering his na. Yet, at the sound of another na, she beca excited, leaving him feeling quite frustrated.
Hao Chun had heard so things about Ding Lin, after all, Ding Lin was quite a famous figure in this Great Alchemy Competition. Not knowing about him was difficult for anyone, except maybe Zhou Ruoran, who was uninterested in worldly matters and focused only on her cultivation. Hao Chun knew that Ding Lin had achieved so recognition in the competition, but he didn't take him seriously. No matter how skilled he was, he was just an alchemist after all.
Moreover, Ding Lin was said to be quite young, even if an alchemist, he was likely just average. His standout performance in the competition was probably due to so talent. Clearly, Hao Chun didn't know much about Ding Fan's notoriety. For Hao Chun, as a core disciple of the Wuji Sect and a key target of the sect's training, no matter how capable Ding Lin was, he couldn't compare.
If Ding Lin had so talent in alchemy, the sect could just hire him for a few spirit stones. Wuji Sect had many alchemists, none of whom were ordinary. Even if Ding Lin ca to the sect, he would still have to respect Hao Chun, remaining under his influence.
Competing with him for Zhou Ruoran was simple wishful thinking, sothing truly impossible!
Hao Chun felt a bit down. He didn't know why he was even comparing himself to such a person; it was the greatest insult to himself.
"Ranran, what's wrong? Are you okay? Could it be that I ntioned a handso guy and you lost your composure?"
Taozi noticed Zhou Ruoran's embarrassnt and teasingly remarked.
"Can you tell so things about Ding Lin?"
At this mont, Zhou Ruoran was very excited; it was the first ti she heard anything about Ding Fan in the Cultivation World. Even though she knew that the Ding Lin Taozi ntioned might not be Ding Fan, she couldn't let the chance slip. What if it really was Ding Fan? She couldn't take that risk!
Taozi was taken aback by Zhou Ruoran's inquiry about a man, which was unprecedented. Clearly, Zhou Ruoran never showed interest in any male cultivator before, rarely even glancing at one. This sudden inquiry into a male cultivator's affairs suggested there was more to it. Taozi, with a mischievous yet cute expression, teased Zhou Ruoran:
"If you want to know about the handso guy, you'll have to accompany to Dancheng. How about that? A trade?"
When Hao Chun heard Taozi's words, he was about to tell Zhou Ruoran what he knew about Ding Lin, but Taozi stopped him with a tily look, expressing a displeased expression in his direction, clearly not wanting him to interrupt!
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