Chapter 1138: The Big Shot Has Arrived

Half a month had passed in the blink of an eye.

Shadow Island.

The urban-rural fringe.

The bustling construction site was slightly short-handed compared to before. A few injured workers were chatting and laughing under the shade of a tree. During lunch break, the Xiong father and son, who had suddenly taken a break, became the main targets of teasing.

"Big Xiong, Little Xiong, has the sun risen from the west? You two actually stopped working?"

"Exactly! What's going on?"

"Wow, am I seeing things?"

"Hahaha..."

Facing the good-natured laughter of their coworkers, Xiong Fen's old face turned red.

"Everyone," he said.

"My son and I have indeed been diligent in the past, but with the captain still recovering from his injuries and not back yet, who has the heart to work?"

"Sigh..."

As soon as he finished speaking, everyone's smiles faded, and a heavy atmosphere of worry spread around.

It had been over half a month since they returned from the Water Cold Star.

Most of the injured had already recovered, and the rest were almost there. Only the captain, who had been recuperating for days, was still nowhere to be seen.

Thinking about the captain's injured soul, dozens of people wore solemn expressions.

"Sigh, I wonder how the captain is doing."

"He'll be fine! Our Shadow Island is full of treasures, and he took the elixir given by Lord Bai that day. The captain will definitely recover and return!"

"Soul injuries are no small matter..."

"The captain may seem harsh, but he's actually a good person!"

"What do you mean 'harsh but good'? If you don't know how to speak, then don't! The captain is just tough on the outside but soft on the inside!"

"Yeah, fearless in the face of death, loyal and brave—the captain is truly a role model for us all!"

As everyone was moved and感慨, a light laugh came from the distance.

"Well, well, you all have quite a way with words. Who would have thought you rough guys had some literary talent? It's like farting under the covers—you can both smell it and hide it!"

Xiong Fen and the others blushed with embarrassment and a bit of anger.

But when they realized it was a familiar voice...

Everyone's eyes widened, and they quickly stood up and turned around.

They saw the squad leader walking slowly with his hands behind his back, a rare smile on his face. He looked slightly different from usual, but his demeanor was even more impressive than before!

Instantly, everyone rushed forward in excitement, their voices filled with joy.

After a lively discussion, the squad leader also looked moved.

"Although we were injured this time, we didn't disgrace Shadow Island. Everyone did well. The battalion commander and Lord Xiao both praised us. You could say we turned misfortune into fortune!"

Hearing this, everyone became even more excited, their faces filled with pride and感慨.

Then, the squad leader turned to Xiong Fen and his son.

Seeing that the two still looked guilty, he spoke up to comfort them.

"You two don't need to blame yourselves!"

"You risked your lives to find the demon corpse and were captured for the sake of Shadow Island's mission. Even in dire straits, you didn't waver. Your loyalty and bravery are evident!"

"Now that you've recovered, continue your search for the demon corpse. Given your excellent performance, the battalion commander has heard that you want to bring your relatives and friends here, and he's very supportive."

"You two must not disappoint this expectation!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the Xiong father and son were moved to tears.

Before they could bow and thank him, the squad leader turned to everyone and announced loudly.

"All injured personnel will receive a pair of canvas treasure shoes as compensation. In the future, if you make more contributions, I will personally recommend you as candidates for deputy squad leader!"

Deputy squad leader?!

As soon as these words were spoken, the entire construction site erupted in excitement, as if everyone had been injected with adrenaline!

The Xiong father and son repeatedly bowed in gratitude, overjoyed. They quickly sent a message to the Moon God Pavilion, urging them to select the best talents.

Watching the suddenly bustling construction site, the squad leader smiled with satisfaction.

...

Lan Star.

Moon God Pavilion courtyard.

Not far from the entrance, the square was packed with people. Countless individuals had come to pay their respects. Even though the Moon God Pavilion master had ordered everyone not to approach without permission, the noisy commotion could still be heard from afar.

Yi Feng finally understood the saying, "Fame is as burdensome as fat to a pig." He was utterly overwhelmed.

Even so, he sat patiently in the courtyard, chin in hand, holding a communication jade slip.

Suddenly, the jade slip made a sound.

Yi Feng quickly used his spiritual sense to check it, and a soft voice echoed in his mind.

"Mr. Yi, Elder Xiong will return within two days!"

Hearing this, Yi Feng's eyes lit up with excitement.

He had only waited half a month, and there was already news of the legendary Elder Xiong. In two days, he would have the chance to enter that transcendent organization!

The progress was even smoother than he had expected!

Yi Feng became even more eager and immediately sent a message of thanks.

"Thank you, Miss Xianyun!"

"In two days, I hope you can assist me. I am deeply grateful!"

Putting away the jade slip, Yi Feng was so excited that he paced back and forth in the courtyard, his mind filled with images of meeting seventh and eighth-grade experts. His excitement grew with every step.

Fueled by this excitement, every minute and second felt thrilling, and time seemed to pass incredibly slowly.

Two short days felt like thousands of years...

Finally, on the morning of the third day, the entire Moon God Pavilion was bustling with activity, filled with a joyful atmosphere.

Just sitting in the courtyard and listening, Yi Feng's excitement was stirred by the noises outside. If it weren't for the countless fans outside, he would have rushed out of the courtyard!

As the bells and drums sounded together, Yi Feng's heart raced with anticipation.

While pacing back and forth, he took out the jade slip and sent a message to Hu Weifang.

"Has Elder Xiong really arrived?"

Within moments, the clever Hu Weifang replied.

"He's here, he's here!"

"The sect master and all the elders have personally gone to welcome him. Elder Xiong and his son have arrived as promised, their demeanor even more profound and mysterious than before! Elder Yi, it's a shame you're recuperating and missed such a grand occasion!"

Reading the message, Yi Feng's heart felt like it was being scratched by a cat!

Recuperating?

Recuperate my foot!

If it weren't for the crowd of people blocking his door, making it a huge hassle, he wouldn't be hiding in the courtyard. He would have rushed to the front to see the legendary Elder Xiong.

Even though his current cultivation wasn't bad, Yi Feng was very self-aware and didn't have a trace of arrogance.

He knew very well that behind Elder Xiong, there were likely countless experts. In front of them, his measly fifth-grade Heavenly Tier cultivation was nothing.

Whether his dreams could come true depended entirely on this powerful elder!

The more he listened to the lively commotion outside, the more restless Yi Feng became.

Peeking through the door crack, he couldn't help but want to go out and see for himself.

But when he looked, he saw a sea of people still standing outside, all kinds of rogue cultivators stubbornly holding their ground. If he stepped out, he would definitely be surrounded...

Yi Feng's mouth twitched in frustration.

This is ridiculous.

The real big shot has arrived, and instead of going to welcome him, these people are squatting here guarding me. Isn't that like picking up sesame seeds and losing a watermelon?

Let's be real.

At best, I'm just a small fifth-grade Heavenly Tier cultivator. My true weight can't compare to Elder Xiong, let alone the transcendent organization behind him.

These people really have no vision!

Complaints aside, Yi Feng also had some understanding.

Elder Xiong was a mysterious figure, a big secret of the Moon God Pavilion. If it weren't for Hu Weifang and the girl telling him, he wouldn't have known about this background.

The guests outside probably had no idea, which is why they were still stubbornly guarding his door.

Seeing no hope of going out, Yi Feng grew even more anxious.

As the sound of the drums and music gradually faded, it seemed Elder Xiong had already been welcomed into the Moon God Pavilion. He could no longer hold back and quickly sent a message to Qing Yin Xianyun.

"Miss Xianyun, how's it going?!"

After waiting a few moments with the jade slip in hand, Yi Feng finally received a reply.

"Mr. Yi, Elder Xiong and his son have been welcomed into the main hall. I'll take the opportunity to go there soon and recommend you to them. Please wait a little longer."

Reading the message, Yi Feng's heart pounded with excitement.

Clutching the jade slip tightly, he paced around the courtyard in anticipation, occasionally adjusting his clothes, making sure his appearance and demeanor were perfect. He was even more meticulous than during a job interview in his past life!

Outside the main hall.

Qing Yin Xianyun put away the jade slip, her clear eyes sweeping over all the elders waiting quietly in the courtyard.

Taking a deep breath, she walked to the entrance of the main hall and bowed.

"Master, Elder Xiong, Xianyun has come to pay her respects!"