Chapter 285: A Stable Resolution

Xiao Fan's words left everyone stunned.

Kong Ping, Elder Shi Ji, Beiming, and Warrior Feng were all startled; they had not expected Xiao Fan to make such a choice.

The gathered Disciples were even more dumbfounded, with some even picking their ears, doubting if they had heard correctly.

Such a great opportunity, yet Xiao Fan didn't choose a single one?

What a joke…

A look of surprise flashed through Nangong Lingxuan's beautiful eyes; she really wanted to ask what Xiao Fan meant.

But given the current situation, there was clearly no opportunity for her to ask.

Hu Rui also raised an eyebrow, having the same thought in her heart.

Qiao Rong's face showed astonishment; she also could not have imagined that Xiao Fan would say something like that.

Not joining even one?

Planning to waste such a good opportunity?

Even Sect Master Wu Xinjue was stunned; clearly, he also hadn't expected Xiao Fan to say this.

He just didn't want things to become too complicated…

Yet, Xiao Fan actually said this.

This time, before the four Elders could speak, Sect Master Wu Xinjue asked in a deep voice, "Xiao Fan, do not treat this as a joke. The heads of the four peaks all value you highly; that is your good fortune. Choose whichever peak you wish to join, follow your heart."

Xiao Fan exhaled, bowed to Sect Master Wu Xinjue, and then said, "This Disciple is not joking, but rather…"

"This Disciple is naturally eager to learn and is quite interested in Alchemy, Artifact Refining, and Formations… Therefore, for the moment, this Disciple does not know how to choose."

Hearing Xiao Fan's words, the expressions of Kong Ping, Elder Shi Ji, and Beiming softened significantly.

Sect Master Wu Xinjue also nodded slightly, thinking that what Xiao Fan said made some sense; after all, Xiao Fan was only a youth under twenty.

It was normal to have such doubts.

The surrounding Disciples all had sudden realizations…

Looking as if they understood…

But at the same time, everyone's expression changed again immediately…

This guy is actually interested in all three peaks?

However, Warrior Feng, who was standing to the side, had his face darken…

Xiao Fan just mentioned Artifact Refining, Alchemy, and Formations, but didn't mention his Wudao Peak.

Does that mean from start to finish, Xiao Fan never thought about joining his Wudao Peak!

For a moment, Warrior Feng felt extremely depressed.

He had completely misunderstood Xiao Fan.

In reality, Xiao Fan just wanted to get this matter over with quickly.

After all, being interrogated by a group of Elders was really not an interesting experience.

And Xiao Fan was indeed interested in all of these things.

There was no need to mention Alchemy, and he also liked Artifact Refining very much.

And he also greatly yearned for the methods of a Formation Master.

At this moment, Xiao Fan had a flash of inspiration and another idea in his mind.

He continued, "Reporting to the Sect Master and all Elders, this Disciple has no intention of joining any specific peak for now, because this Disciple has not yet decided which path to specialize in… However, in the future, this Disciple will certainly not miss any Elder's lectures; this Disciple will listen with full dedication."

Xiao Fan's attitude was very respectful and humble.

This immediately made Kong Ping, Beiming, and Elder Shi Ji feel much more at ease.

They thought that this child was quite good.

Kong Ping was the first to smile and said, "How about this, Xiao Fan, in the future, you can come to Danding Peak to attend lectures on your own. If you have any questions, you can also come and ask me personally, how about that?"

His voice was gentle, embodying the demeanor of an expert.

Gone was the fierce appearance from when they were arguing earlier…

Now, he was more like a kind, elderly grandfather next door.

Xiao Fan hurriedly bowed, "Thank you, Elder Kong."

Kong Ping nodded slightly, quite satisfied.

Beside him, Elder Shi Pin and Beiming also spoke up one after another.

"Xiao Fan, in the future, when you come to my peak, you will be treated the same as other Disciples; everyone will be treated equally."

"My Bailian Peak is the same. Xiao Fan, you can consider it your own home; if you have any questions, you can come and ask me directly."

The three of them felt that doing this was not bad; after all, this way no one lost face.

And since Xiao Fan would come over to learn, they could just think of a way to keep him later.

All three of them were harboring this same plan in their hearts.

Only Warrior Feng stood to the side with a dark face, feeling that he had been insulted!

Xiao Fan cupped his hands to thank the three Elders, wearing a respectful expression.

At the same time, he was secretly pleased; this was exactly the effect he wanted.

He could go to all three peaks.

And offend no one!

The surrounding Disciples were all full of envy…

To be able to study at three peaks simultaneously, what kind of treatment is that?

They couldn't even bring themselves to envy such good fortune; they could only sigh one by one that the heavens were unfair.

At this moment, Xiao Fan turned his gaze to Warrior Feng.

He just looked at him without speaking.

Warrior Feng was startled… then he realized something.

"Xiao Fan, in the future, when you come to my Wudao Peak, you will receive the same treatment."

"Thank you, Elder Feng."

Xiao Fan immediately bowed and saluted…

Previously, Warrior Feng had sent him a voice transmission telling him that Wudao Peak had a comprehensive collection of Cultivation Techniques, and even techniques not found in the Inner Sect were available at Wudao Peak.

Naturally, he wanted to go take a look when he had time.

Warrior Feng nodded slightly, and his expression also softened.

Looking at it this way, Xiao Fan still had interest in his Wudao Peak.

Having interest was a good thing; it meant he could work hard in the future and strive to snatch Xiao Fan over.

Sect Master Wu Xinjue nodded, thinking this was also a good way to handle it.

However, seeing the group of astonished Disciples, he felt quite a headache…

What about the dignity of the Elders?

Furthermore, if today's events were to spread, it would undoubtedly push Xiao Fan into the spotlight.

It would certainly attract many people to inquire about him.

This was contrary to the covert cultivation they had previously discussed…

It was going in the opposite direction!