Chapter 391: Two Team Captains

In a courtyard within the cave dwelling, Zhou Yuan took the teapot and poured a cup of hot tea for Shen Wanjin, who sat opposite him. Shen Wanjin looked around the Violet Origin Cave Dwelling, feeling the pure Genesis Qi that permeated it, and couldn't help but show a hint of envy in his eyes.

"Brother Yuan, you're truly impressive," Shen Wanjin sighed. "We entered the Cangxuan Sect at the same time, but who knows how long it will take us to achieve your current status and privileges."

Zhou Yuan smiled, showing no trace of pride, and simply changed the subject: "Is there any news about the Heaven-tier mission?"

Shen Wanjin gulped down the hot tea in one gulp and complained, "Brother Yuan, I've been incredibly busy these past few days, constantly on the go, trying to get you the latest information on this Heaven-tier mission!"

Zhou Yuan rolled his eyes at him and said, "I know you've earned your credit. When I have some free time, I'll find a moment to give you some pointers on the Lesser Heaven Genesis Art you've been practicing recently."

Hearing this, Shen Wanjin was immediately overjoyed. He grinned and said, "Then I'll thank you in advance, Brother Yuan!"

Having received his reward, Shen Wanjin leisurely began, "Brother Yuan, in our Cangxuan Sect, Heaven-tier missions are the highest rank, and their number is very small. Only a handful are released throughout the year."

"You also know how many powerful disciples are eagerly eyeing them."

"This time, I secretly inquired with many people and even bribed someone from the Mission Hall to finally get the latest news about a Heaven-tier mission."

Zhou Yuan's eyes lit up.

"Tell me more clearly."

Shen Wanjin said, "However, the mission hasn't been officially released yet, and I don't know the specifics. The only information I've managed to gather so far is that two captains have already been chosen for this Heaven-tier mission."

"Who are they?" Zhou Yuan asked with interest.

Shen Wanjin slowly replied, "Captain Li Qingchan, and Vice-Captain Zhao Zhu."

"Two Saint Sons..." Zhou Yuan's gaze sharpened. A Heaven-tier mission truly was extraordinary; even the leaders had to be of Saint Son rank.

He was quite familiar with Li Qingchan. As for Zhao Zhu, during the previous Purple Sash selection, it seemed he was the one secretly orchestrating the disciples of Sword Cometh Peak to gang up and hunt him.

He didn't expect to cross paths with an old foe so soon.

"This Heaven-tier mission seems to require eight people. Excluding the two captains, that leaves six spots."

Shen Wanjin clicked his tongue in surprise, clearly startled by such a powerful lineup. The missions he had undertaken before seemed utterly insignificant compared to this one.

"Although this mission hasn't been officially released yet, many powerful, long-standing disciples in the Cangxuan Sect have probably already caught wind of it and are secretly making their moves."

"It's said that the other team members must be approved by the two captains, so Li Qingchan and Zhao Zhu are probably even more sought after now."

Shen Wanjin shrugged and said, "But I can't help you with this kind of thing. You'll have to rely on yourself, Brother Yuan."

He was currently only a Black Sash disciple and didn't even qualify to meet Saint Sons like Li Qingchan and Zhao Zhu, let alone try to pull some strings.

Zhou Yuan nodded lightly, his brows slightly furrowed. Heaven-tier missions were scarce, and whenever one was released, it would surely attract numerous Purple Sash disciples vying for them. Because of the limited spots, the competition would be cutthroat.

And this time, it would clearly be no exception.

To be frank, for such a rare Heaven-tier mission with limited spots, even a Purple Sash disciple of Xu Yan's caliber might still fall slightly short.

"Heaven Credit is really hard to earn," Zhou Yuan sighed inwardly.

"Brother Yuan, do you really want to participate in a Heaven-tier mission?" Shen Wanjin looked at Zhou Yuan, hesitant to speak. Although Zhou Yuan had gained fame in the Cangxuan Sect and was clearly a leader among the new generation of disciples, Heaven-tier missions were the highest level in the Cangxuan Sect, and even Zhou Yuan at his current stage seemed to lack the necessary qualifications.

This point alone, evident from the fact that both leaders were Saint Sons, highlighted how difficult and dangerous Heaven-tier missions were.

Zhou Yuan nodded. He knew what Shen Wanjin wanted to say, but there was nothing he could do. If he didn't earn Heaven Credit, then Elder Xuan might reclaim the "Taiyi Azurewood Mark" he had obtained.

Zhou Yuan was absolutely unwilling for this to happen.

This was a great opportunity for him. If he could cultivate it successfully, it would bring him countless benefits on his cultivation path in the future.

He couldn't afford to let such a heaven-sent opportunity slip away.

"If you really want to go, it's not impossible."

As Zhou Yuan was contemplating how to secure a spot, a clear, light voice came from behind him.

Both Zhou Yuan and Shen Wanjin looked up and turned towards the back, where they saw the slender Yaoyao slowly approaching.

She seemed to have just bathed. Her previous blood-stained green robe had been replaced with a white dress, and her figure was delicate and graceful. Her exquisite, jade-like face seemed to glow, making the entire cave dwelling appear somewhat brighter.

Her slightly damp black hair was draped loosely, giving Yaoyao a hint of languid charm at that moment.

As always, she was stunning.

Shen Wanjin's chubby face was filled with awe, but he quickly snapped out of it and grinned fawningly, "Hello, Boss!"

In the Cangxuan Sect nowadays, who didn't know about Yaoyao? Even Zhou Yuan seemed to pale in comparison to her.

After all, Zhou Yuan had only managed to suppress the current generation of Gold Sash disciples from Sword Cometh Peak, but Yaoyao had almost single-handedly suppressed all the disciples of Spirit Rune Peak, including Saint Son Ye Ge, leaving them utterly submissive.

Therefore, compared to Zhou Yuan, Yaoyao was clearly a much more powerful patron!

But unfortunately, besides Zhou Yuan, none of them could cling to this influential figure.

"You have a way?" Zhou Yuan looked at Yaoyao curiously.

Yaoyao sat down beside them, bringing with her a faint fragrance, and said languidly, "Isn't the captain Li Qingchan? She lost several bets to me before, it's time for her to settle her debts."

Zhou Yuan's mouth twitched slightly, and he asked, "Will that work?"

Yaoyao ignored him and looked at Shen Wanjin, saying, "Go to Snow Lotus Peak and find Li Qingchan for me. Ask her to come over, and tell her I'm looking for her."

"Boss is so domineering!"

Shen Wanjin raised a thumb in admiration. To be able to summon a Saint Son of Li Qingchan's caliber with such a casual tone—even Zhou Yuan probably wouldn't dare to speak like that.

Of course, even if he did, Li Qingchan probably wouldn't pay him any mind... After all, Zhou Yuan's current rank wasn't high enough.

Shen Wanjin glanced at Zhou Yuan, his gaze peculiar and filled with immense envy.

"Brother Yuan, you really have it good, relying on her like this!"

Zhou Yuan understood his meaning and, annoyed, immediately splashed the tea from his cup at him. Shen Wanjin's chubby body agilely dodged, then he slipped out with a grin and headed straight for Snow Lotus Peak.