Chapter 235 Zhou Yuan’s Counterattack (1/2)
Everyone foolishly stared at Zhou Yuan after listening to his words. The shock factor of these words were clearly even greater than his feat of beating down the entire group alone.
None of them had ever heard of someone giving guidance to other disciples while he was still an outer mountain disciple...
Moreover, none of the inner mountain disciples had ever dared to claim they could help the disciples under their tutelage reach the first level of the Ethereal Form technique in a month.
Even Zhu Yue did not have the ability.
Hence, Zhou Yuan words somewhat tempted even Qiao Xiu. He may not have chosen to learn the Ethereal Form technique, but if Zhou Yuan was truly able to help him reach the first level in a month, he did not mind starting from scratch...
After all, they understood how difficult it was to learn a little Heaven Genesis technique. The amount of time and effort required was tremendous, and reaching initial mastery in a month was already amazingly fast.
Zhu Feng's complexion paled, cold sweat appearing on his forehead as horror filled his eyes. He never imagined that Zhou Yuan would
Zhou Yuan grinned. ”Is there a rule that says an outer mountain disciple can't give guidance to others?”
Zhu Feng froze, the expression on his face fluctuating indeterminately as he looked towards the individuals around him. These people had been learning the Ethereal Form technique from his elder brother, but their gazes were now flickering slightly in thought, evidently tempted by Zhou Yuan's words.
It was clear to them after all. If they continued with Zhu Yue, the cost was not only higher, but they may not even reach the first level of the Ethereal Form technique in a month.
In comparison, Zhou Yuan's quality to price ratio was undoubtedly better!
Zhu Feng began to panic as he hurriedly said, ”Don't be bewitched by him! Even if he can reach the first level of the Ethereal Form technique, it does not mean that he will be able to help others do the same in a month. Gu Hongyi is super talented, how can you guys compare to her?”
He was aware that coming to the outer mountains to teach was a nice cushy job that his elder brother had gone through much difficulty to acquire. It was after all a job where Genesis jade could be earned more easily. If Zhou Yuan were to suddenly stick his hand into this pie, Zhu Yue would end up being akin to someone who uses a wicker basket to collect water.
Zhu Feng's words made the other disciple hesitate somewhat. After all, when Zhou Yuan and Zhu Yue were compared, the latter's inner mountain disciple status was more trustworthy.
Zhu Feng did not dare to linger any longer, afraid that they would be enticed away. He frostily looked towards Zhou Yuan and said, ”Zhou Yuan, one should always leave a way out. If you really intend to teach the Ethereal Form technique, my elder brother will not take this lying down.”
His words and tone implied both a threat and a warning.
However, Zhou Yuan's expression did not change as he smiled faintly and replied, ”Did you guys leave me a way out when you collaborated with the other instructors to stop me from learning Genesis techniques?”
If he did not have a few tricks up his sleeve, he would have likely been hard-pressed due to Zhu Yue's actions. Any ordinary person would have had his future ruined by the latter.
After all, the compet.i.tion in the Cangxuan Sect was just too intense, being delayed a single step would often times lead to one being unable to surpa.s.s another again.
Zhu Feng icily said, ”Humph, you stubborn fool, just wait for the fury of my elder brother to descend!”
”Go!”
With a wave of his sleeve, he took the lead and left, though his figure appeared a little pathetic.
The other disciples hesitated for a moment. In the end, they still chose to follow.
Zhou Yuan did not feel their departure was the least bit unfortunate.
”Heh heh, little Yuan bro, are you really planning on the teaching the other disciples the Ethereal Form technique? From what I know, there are at least a hundred people amongst the outer mountain disciples that are practicing it. If all of them came here to learn from you, you will receive an income of several hundred Genesis jade pieces per day!” Shen Wanjin's eyes were practically glowing, saliva nearly dripping from his mouth. After doing the calculations, he had realised that Zhou Yuan could become the richest amongst the outer mountain disciples in a month.
Zhou Yuan's heart involuntarily beat a little faster when he heard this. The truth was, he had only said so earlier to take revenge on Zhu Yue, but now that he gave some thought to it, he realised that it was practically the best way to rake in huge amounts of Genesis jade!
In comparison, going to the Task Pavillion everyday to take on some missions now seemed akin to tough, meaningless labour.
Zhou Yuan's gaze stealthily lit up with excitement and desire. As long as a third of those practicing the Ethereal Form technique came to him, his coffers would be overflowing with money. With such wealth, he would finally be able to rent out the Nine Dragons Canon, and maybe acquire some of the treasures he had taken a fancy to in the Glittering Jewels Pavillion.
”You seem to know quite a lot.” Zhou Yuan looked towards Shen Wanjin with a wide smile. ”Are you interested in helping me with this venture?”
Shen Wanjin patted his chest, a dazzling light in his eyes as he responded, ”You've found the right man for the job little Yuan bro. Such matters are my forte. I will first help you spread news of this, especially to the disciples that are learning the Ethereal Form technique.”
”I'm sure many disciples will be tempted by your guarantee of reaching the first level in a month.”
”If we add in information about you having already achieved this feat, together with a famous person like Gu Hongyi's endors.e.m.e.nt, the worries and reservations of the other disciples should gradually be dispelled.”
”As long as we take it one step at a time, I dare say that not even a single figure will be seen at Zhu Yue's place in the end!”
Zhou Yuan began to chuckle as he listened. Shen Wanjin's aid would indeed save him a lot of trouble.