WDQK-Chapter 42: A Deal!
"It's only been a few months!"
Master Yan's investigation of Lin Tian just now could only assess his spiritual power talent; as for the Niwan Palace, it was naturally not easy to investigate.
Therefore, he did not see the two identical symbols in Lin Tian's Niwan Palace.
Although Master Yan discovered that Lin Tian had an extraordinary talent for spiritual power, he could not have imagined that Lin Tian had successfully condensed his destiny symbol in just a few months—and even condensed a second symbol!
Even though Master Yan was experienced in these matters, he still lost his composure at this moment!
In Master Yan's opinion, even if Lin Tian had an extraordinary talent for mental power, it would have been remarkable if he could open up the Niwan Palace in just a few months!
He'd never even considered that Lin Tian could successfully condense his destiny symbol.
In the room, Xuan Su and Xia Zhilan were also shocked at this revelation.
Even the rather arrogant Xia Zhilan now looked at Lin Tian with newfound respect!
Once one reached the level of a second-level symbol master, they had the capacity to compete with strong individuals in the Early Yuan Dan Stage!
With such strength, even someone as proud as her would feel inferior.
Moreover, according to Master Yan, Lin Tian had only been cultivating his spiritual power for a few months!
"Haha, I never thought that young friend Lin Tian, at such a young age, would already be a strong man comparable to the Early Yuan Dan Stage," Xuan Su patted her chest lightly as if to calm her inner shock and looked at Lin Tian with a twinkle in her eyes.
"Where did you get the method to condense the Destiny Symbol?" Master Yan suddenly remembered something and asked, somewhat puzzled.
"I had the opportunity to learn a method for condensing destiny symbols," Lin Tian replied. As he spoke, he focused his mind and used his mental power to condense two symbols emitting strange light in front of him.
"It's really the second seal!"
When Master Yan and Xuan Su saw the two identical spiritual symbol seals, they no longer had any doubts.
"At first, I only noticed your brother's exceptional spiritual talent, but I never expected yours to be even more impressive!" Master Yan stroked his beard, beaming with praise.
"And in just a few months, you've gone from being a layman to a two-seal symbol master! This level of spiritual talent is definitely the best I have ever seen among all the symbol masters!"
"Master Yan, you are too kind. I'm just lucky," Lin Tian borrowed a phrase from Lin Dong and, with a thought, took back the two symbols.
"This is not something that can be achieved through luck alone," Master Yan smiled and shook his head. "You mentioned wanting to make a deal with me. Tell me, what kind of deal do you have in mind?"
Hearing this, Xuan Su and Xia Zhilan also looked at Lin Tian with curiosity.
Lin Tian explained, "Although I have become a second-seal symbol master, I lack the spiritual secrets to defend against enemies, so I would like to ask Master Yan to teach me a spiritual secret."
"In return, I can guarantee that within five years, I will help you break through to the realm of soul symbol master."
Lin Tian not only had the lucky draw system as a support, but he could also occasionally receive rewards from Lin Dong.
He believed that in five years, becoming a Heavenly Symbol Master was achievable, not to mention reaching the level of a Soul Symbol Master.
Master Yan was currently a four-seal symbol master. After Lin Tian himself became a Soul Symbol Master, it shouldn't be too difficult to help Master Yan break through to that level.
Even if Master Yan disagreed with this condition, he would probably suggest that Lin Tian represent the Yan City Symbol Master Guild in the tower battle.
Lin Tian vaguely remembered that the tower battle seemed to take place about four and a half months from now.
The deal he proposed was merely a starting point.
"Haha, young man, you are quite ambitious for someone your age." Master Yan couldn't help but shake his head and laugh at this, obviously not believing that Lin Tian could fulfill this claim.
Lin Tian replied calmly, "In just a few months, I have grown from an ordinary individual to the level of a second-seal symbol master. How can Master Yan determine that I can't reach the level of a Soul Symbol Master within five years?"
Master Yan instinctively wanted to refute him, but then he thought of Lin Tian's extraordinary spiritual power and changed his response.
"Even if you can truly break through to the level of a Soul Symbol Master within five years, a Soul Symbol Master may not necessarily be able to help others become Soul Symbol Masters. Otherwise, they wouldn't be so rare."
Lin Tian smiled helplessly, "It seems that Master Yan is unwilling to make this deal, so I won't trouble you any longer."
As he said this, Lin Tian pretended to turn to leave.
"Wait a moment, young friend," Master Yan called out when he saw this.
Lin Tian bowed and said, "Master Yan, do you have any further instructions?"
Master Yan smiled and said, "I would like to propose a deal with you."
Here it comes!
Lin Tian understood, but his expression remained calm. He clasped his fists and said, "Master Yan, please tell me."
"Have you heard of the Symbol Master Guild?" Master Yan asked instead of answering, a smile on his face.
"No," Lin Tian shook his head slightly.
So, Master Yan introduced the Symbol Master Guild to Lin Tian and then elaborated on the Symbol Master Tower and the Tower Battle.
After the introduction, Master Yan revealed his true purpose.
"I would like to invite you to participate in this tower battle on behalf of our Yancheng Symbol Master Guild."
Although Lin Tian understood, he still asked, "How will the tower battle be conducted? Will we be fighting against the Symbol Masters of other cities' Symbol Master Guilds?"
"Hehe, the tower battle is not a battle in the traditional sense, but a different way to determine the winner—by charging the tower!"
Master Yan tilted his head slightly and explained with a smile.
"The Symbol Master Tower is divided into nine floors. The competition is to see who can ascend the highest and last the longest."
"On the eighth floor of the Symbol Master Tower, there is also a kind of Qi-level spiritual secret technique. If you reach the eighth floor, you will be able to learn that spiritual secret technique."
Lin Tian pondered and replied, "Okay. However, that spiritual secret technique cannot be considered a reward. Master Yan needs to teach me a spiritual secret technique in advance. After all, I'm not sure whether I can reach the eighth floor."
"Haha, my friend is a bit greedy," Master Yan chuckled, shaking his head.
Lin Tian asked with a smile, "Then I wonder if Master Yan agrees?"
Master Yan laughed and scolded, "If I don't agree, will you still consent to participate in the tower battle? Here you go."
As he spoke, Master Yan took out a scroll from his Qiankun bag and tossed it to Lin Tian.
Lin Tian received the scroll with both hands and saw four big characters "Spirit Blade" written prominently at the top, which was the name of this spiritual secret skill.
Lin Tian didn't examine it closely at that moment; he simply put it into the system space, clasped his fists to Master Yan, and said, "Thank you, Master Yan, for the gift."
Master Yan waved his hand dismissively. "Okay, no need for overly polite words. Go back and practice well. The tower battle will take place in about three months; I will call you then."
"Additionally, if you have any questions during your practice, feel free to come to me again."
"Junior will take my leave!"
Lin Tian clasped his fists and bowed, nodding to Xuan Su and Xia Zhilan before turning to leave the room.
"Master Yan, we should take our leave as well," Xuan Su and Xia Zhilan said their goodbyes to Master Yan and followed Lin Tian out.
"Mr. Lin, please wait," just as Lin Tian was about to go find Qingtan, Lin Dong, and the others, he heard Xuan Su's gentle voice calling from behind.
Lin Tian paused and asked, "I wonder if Manager Su has anything else to discuss?"
(End of this chapter)