Chapter 12797 Why don’t you let me join the Secret Academy?

The Third Dean nodded slightly, showing his understanding: "It is not a problem to issue a certificate for you. But you must understand that even if a disciple of the Secret Academy wants to enter the Secret Academy Trading House, he still needs contribution points. Therefore, you must first make contributions to the sect and meet certain conditions before I can issue a certificate for you."

Ling Xiao nodded, already prepared in his heart: "You mean, I need to complete some tasks first and accumulate enough contribution points, right?"

The Third Dean nodded approvingly and said, "That's right. The last time you went to Luan City to do business, you performed quite well. However, that little bit of merit is not enough to allow you to enter the Secret Academy Trading House. You need to continue to work hard and make greater contributions to the sect."

"Third Dean, since you think I am gifted, why don't you let me join the Secret Academy?" Ling Xiao had a confident smile on his face and continued, "With my ability, I am sure no one in the Secret Academy can match me. If I am a disciple of the Secret Academy, plus some necessary contribution points, then I should have no problem entering the Secret Academy Trading House."

Upon hearing this, the Third Dean couldn't help but smile bitterly. He shook his head and said, "Ling Xiao, you are a young man who dares to think and speak. No one can compare to you in terms of being thick-skinned! The Secret Academy is where the elites of the sect are. How can you just join it if you want to?"

Ling Xiao curled his lips and then asked, "Does the Third Dean think that my talent is not enough to qualify?"

The Third Dean was stunned for a moment, then shook his head and said, "Not really. If even you are not qualified to enter the Secret Academy, then I am afraid no one in this world is qualified. It's just... forget it. You may not understand the complexity of this. I am curious, why do you insist on entering the Secret Academy Trading House? What do you want?"

Ling Xiao took a deep breath and said with a firm look: "What I'm looking for is not a rare treasure, but just a fifth-grade holy pattern array diagram."

When the Third Dean heard this request, his expression changed slightly, and he shook his head with a wry smile and said, "A fifth-grade upper-grade holy pattern formation diagram? That is an extremely rare treasure. Even in the Secret Academy Trading House, it is probably difficult to find such a high-level formation diagram.

As far as I know, in the entire southern region, only the Holy Mark Sect has such a formation diagram, and it is their treasure, which is of great significance. "

Ling Xiao's eyes flashed with determination, and he said without hesitation: "In that case, I will go to the Holy Mark Sect!"

Upon hearing this, the Third Dean waved his hand and dissuaded him, "Ling Xiao, you can't act impulsively! As the third largest sect in the Southern Region, the Holy Mark Sect is powerful and has a special status. Most people don't dare to provoke them easily.

If you go there to snatch their treasure, won't it trigger a war between Tianxiahui and Shengwenzong? Neither you nor I can afford such consequences!"

Ling Xiao was silent for a moment, then said firmly: "I understand your concerns, but the fifth-level upper-grade holy pattern formation diagram is extremely important to me. If I don't go to the Holy Pattern Sect, I won't be able to find such a formation diagram.

However, I will not rob them directly, but will try to obtain them through trade or other means. "

Dean Sanzhang sighed, a bitter smile appeared on his face, and he said to Ling Xiao: "If you are really determined to get the fifth-level upper-grade holy pattern array diagram, I know someone who may have what you need."

Ling Xiao's eyes narrowed, and he immediately asked, "May I ask the Third Dean, who is this person?"

The Third Dean was slightly stunned, as if he was infected by Ling Xiao's eagerness. He pondered for a moment and said slowly: "He is Jiu Lao."

"Jiu Lao?" Ling Xiao repeated the name and quickly recalled the information about Jiu Lao in his mind.

Suddenly, a light flashed in his mind, and he remembered that the man guarding the spiritual road called himself Jiu Lao.

Seeing this, the Third Dean explained, "Since you have been to the Spiritual Road, you should have heard of Jiu Lao. He is the old man who has guarded the Spiritual Road for many years. He is also the hero who discovered the Spiritual Road and transformed it into the secret realm of the Tianxiahui.

Back then, Jiu Lao was the most powerful person in the Tian Xia Association, second only to the Ancestor. No one could defeat him. "

Ling Xiao nodded, and he felt a sense of admiration for Jiu Lao. However, the next words of the Third Dean surprised him.

"What a pity," the Third Dean sighed, with a bit of regret in his tone, "Jiu Lao was originally one of the most outstanding warriors in the Tianxia Association, but for a woman, he almost ruined his future. Although he has recovered some strength now, he is no longer as brave as he used to be."

Ling Xiao was so absorbed in listening that he couldn't help but ask curiously, "How is Jiu Lao now? Why would he destroy his own future for a woman?"

The Third Dean shook his head, unwilling to talk too much about Jiu Lao's personal affairs, and just said lightly: "These are all things of the past, and we don't need to pursue them too much. However, one thing is certain, Jiu Lao has hidden a lot of good things, among which there must be the fifth-level upper-grade holy pattern array diagram you need."

Ling Xiao's mind moved, and he immediately asked: "Then how can I find Jiu Lao?"

The Third Dean pondered for a moment and said, "You can go to Tianxia City to find Jiu Lao's home. He doesn't often go to Linglu and stays at home most of the time. You just need to bring some gifts to show your sincerity, and maybe you can get the formation diagram you want from him."

"Okay, I'll go check it out!" Ling Xiao made up his mind, and an inexplicable excitement surged in his heart. He and Jiu Lao, the legendary master, actually only met briefly, but that meeting left a deep impression on him.

Although he had given Jiu Lao some Tianling Crystals as a gift, their relationship had become closer, but they had not yet established a deep friendship.

However, Ling Xiao knew very well that this trip to find Jiu Lao was not only to satisfy his curiosity, but also out of respect and gratitude.

Jiu Lao was addicted to wine and almost obsessed with fine wine, which reminded Ling Xiao of his past hobbies. He decided that since he was going to visit this master, he could not leave empty-handed and must bring some good wine as a gift.

Not only will these wines not cause any harm to Jiu Lao's body, but they will help him recover and improve his cultivation.

After all, Ling Xiao is the Tyrant Emperor of the Tyrant Empire. He knows very well that there are countless fine wines in the world. Although the martial arts level of the Northern Frontier is relatively backward, fine wine is one of its major features.

In addition, he is proficient in alchemy and medicine making, and has unique insights and experience in brewing wine.

Back at the cemetery, Ling Xiao started to get busy. He selected the best medicinal herbs and spiritual fruits, and personally blended and brewed fine wine.

During the whole process, he was fully focused, as if he had poured all his efforts into it. After an hour of careful preparation, several jars of fine wine were finally completed.

Ling Xiao looked at the fine wine in front of him with satisfaction, his heart full of anticipation and pride. He knew that these wines would not only satisfy Jiu Lao's taste buds, but also help him recover and improve his cultivation. With this gift, he set out on the road to Tianxia City.