I Can Transfer the Side Effects of Evil Skills

Chapter 443 - 280: Hidden Dragon on Dual Rankings?

Chen Bogong was truly surprised. Kong Shuo, who had previously been so insatiably greedy, had returned the Immortal Fate right after the Outer Sect’s monthly exam concluded.

For a moment, he couldn’t make sense of the situation, so he immediately sent Kong Shuo a message.

"What’s going on? What are you playing at?"

Kong Shuo’s reply came quickly: "I can’t handle this job. You’d better find someone else!"

"Give me a reasonable explanation!"

"The Outer Sect Potential Ranking should have changed. Go look for yourself, and you’ll understand.

"By the way, I’ll probably be in seclusion for the next year or two. Don’t come looking for me for any reason!"

After sending that message, Kong Shuo said no more.

Chen Bogong frowned. If that guy hadn’t been on the other end of a message, he would’ve loved nothing more than to slap the cryptic jerk to death.

After a moment, Chen Bogong had no choice but to follow Kong Shuo’s advice and check the Outer Sect Potential Ranking.

In truth, he already had a faint inkling of what had happened.

It was just a truth he found incredibly hard to believe—or rather, one he was unwilling to accept.

"Zou Feng, Outer Sect Potential Ranking, number... two hundred and ninety-first!?"

Chen Bogong quickly found Zou Feng’s name on the list.

But he still wondered if he was seeing things.

It was no wonder he was in such disbelief. Zou Feng clearly hadn’t even formed his Spirit Body yet.

How could he suddenly appear on the Potential Ranking, and so high up at that!?

But no matter how incredible Chen Bogong found it, he could only doubt his own eyes, not the list itself.

The various Alternate Spaces used as the testing grounds for the Outer Sect’s monthly exam were all under the control of the Celestial Dao Cauldron and certain powerful experts of the Immortal Sect.

Therefore, there was only one possible reason for Zou Feng to appear on the list.

He must have encountered and defeated the disciple originally ranked two hundred and ninety-first during the monthly exam.

Stunned, Chen Bogong stood frozen for a long moment. He had to admit that what was supposed to be a simple task in the Outer Sect on behalf of the Purple Cloud Association had now spiraled completely out of his control.

He could no longer worry about his senior brothers in the association thinking him incompetent. He had to report this matter immediately...

「Inner Sect, Profound Tier Spirit Beast Arena.」

The Pinnacle Celestial Immortal Sect had so many disciples that it was simply unrealistic to rely on hunting wild Demon Beasts and Spirit Beasts to satisfy the daily meat consumption of the Dining Halls.

Thus, the grounds within the Immortal Sect dedicated to raising edible Spirit Beasts were immense.

Of course, not all Spirit Beasts were suitable for consumption. Special breeds were given to disciples who cultivated the art of Beast Taming to be specially raised as powerful companions.

This particular Profound Tier Spirit Beast Arena, however, was dedicated almost entirely to raising beasts for consumption.

On the boardwalk built around the Spirit Beast Arena, Inner Sect Dining Hall Elder Xue Cang was making his habitual inspection, checking on the growth of these "ingredients."

This time, however, he was accompanied by He Wenxuan from the Outer Sect Dining Hall.

Before the Outer Sect’s monthly exam, He Wenxuan had extended an olive branch to Zou Feng, hoping he would become Elder Xue Cang’s disciple.

And though He Wenxuan could understand Zou Feng’s refusal, that didn’t mean Xue Cang himself was as understanding.

Today, He Wenxuan had been specifically summoned for questioning.

"Elder Xue, the boy only just joined the Immortal Sect. It’s understandable that he might not see the full picture yet. Perhaps we could give him a little more time..."

"Especially after this monthly exam... Even if he manages to survive, he’s bound to suffer a major setback. I’ll have a good talk with him then and persuade him..." Seeing Xue Cang’s clear displeasure, He Wenxuan continued to speak up for Zou Feng.

"There’s no need!" Xue Cang said coolly. "The fried rice he made was indeed excellent, and since I haven’t accepted a disciple in many years, I was briefly intrigued."

"Heh. And in the end, it seems the boy feels that I, an Elder of the Inner Sect Dining Hall, am not worthy of him!"

This was a serious accusation. He Wenxuan quickly tried to placate him. "Elder Xue, as arrogant as that kid might be, he wouldn’t be so tactless. From my observation, he likely still wants to strive for more in his Cultivation and isn’t ready to devote himself entirely to the art of the Spirit Chef just yet."

Xue Cang gave a smile that didn’t reach his eyes. "Since he has no intention of furthering his studies in the art of the Spirit Chef, then the position of Head Chef at the Taian Mountain Dining Hall should be given to a disciple who is more dedicated to the path!"

He Wenxuan froze, then lowered his head with a wry smile.

This was a clear move to strip Zou Feng of his post, removing him from the Head Chef position.

He Wenxuan, however, couldn’t understand why Xue Cang was so fixated on a mere Outer Disciple over such a trivial matter.

’Could it really be as the saying goes? The older you get, the pettier you become?’

"What? Do you have an objection?" Seeing He Wenxuan’s lack of an immediate response, Xue Cang’s tone grew heavy.

He Wenxuan sighed inwardly. He bowed and said, "This subordinate wouldn’t dare. Elder Xue is correct. As soon as I return, I will relieve Zou Feng of his duties as Head Chef."

"Don’t be in such a hurry. Judging by the time of day, the Outer Sect’s monthly exam should be over. If the boy has already fallen, there’s no need for you to rush back."

From Xue Cang’s tone, it was clear he didn’t believe an arrogant brat like Zou Feng could have survived the monthly exam while being targeted by the Purple Cloud Association.

Upon hearing this, He Wenxuan immediately took out his Token, intending to personally message Zou Feng and see if he was still alive.

However, as soon as he took out his Token, he saw several messages that had already arrived from his own confidants.

As he read through them, He Wenxuan’s expression grew increasingly odd.

He then quickly opened the Outer Sect Potential Ranking, and his eyes went wide in shock.

"What is it?" Noticing He Wenxuan’s strange expression, Xue Cang stopped and turned, staring at him with a puzzled gaze.

The question snapped He Wenxuan back to his senses. He then respectfully held his Token up for Xue Cang to see.