Guarding the River of Time-Chapter 309 - 300: Her Art of Command, the Protagonist’s Resolve

Chapter 309: Chapter 300: Her Art of Command, the Protagonist’s Resolve

After reading it, he carefully put the letter away.

He did not expect that Alliance Leader Dong, who was always rational and fair in his rewards and punishments, would make this decision.

But on second thought, it was precisely because of this decision that it felt like the Heaven Shepherd Alliance he was willing to pledge allegiance to.

...

He tucked the three-sided wooden box in front of him into his sleeve.

The next second.

He appeared in Wang Lin’s courtyard.

At this moment, Wang Lin, who was meditating, immediately got up, pushed open the door, and saw Zhang Taixuan in his courtyard, cupping his fists, and said, "Greetings, Celestial Master Zhang."

"By order of the Alliance Leader, Wang Lin, listen to your orders."

As soon as he finished speaking, Wang Lin knelt on one knee.

Zhang Taixuan took out a wooden box from his sleeve and said solemnly, "Wang Lin, you have passed the examination and are rewarded with an ’Immortal Crystal.’

"I hope you will not fail the Alliance’s nurturing."

Wang Lin received the heavy wooden box with both hands and responded word by word, "Wang Lin will not let the Alliance’s cultivation of me go to waste. If the Alliance needs, I, Wang Lin, will certainly be the first to fight on the front lines for the Alliance!"

"Stand up." Zhang Taixuan said.

"Thank you, Celestial Master Zhang, for personally delivering it." Wang Lin also cupped his fists to express his gratitude.

....

"No need to thank me; it’s my duty."

With that, Zhang Taixuan turned to leave.

At this moment, Wang Lin softly called out to Zhang Taixuan, "Celestial Master Zhang, please wait. I have something I would like you to clarify for me."

"Ask away." Zhang Taixuan had actually already guessed what Wang Lin wanted to ask.

"Both Xiao Huo and I passed the examination; why was I the one who received the Immortal Crystal?"

"I want to know... is it because I once received guidance from the Third Alliance Leader, and then..."

"If it’s really because of this reason, I would like to apply to the Alliance for a higher level of examination to see who wins, and then decide to whom this Immortal Crystal belongs."

Wang Lin was very clear that only one person could receive the Immortal Crystal from this examination. Both he and Xiao Huo passed, but it was him who got it...

Many times, Wang Lin was someone who achieved his goals by any means necessary, but at this moment, everyone were colleagues within the Alliance. He did not want to obtain the Immortal Crystal because of "background" reasons, and it made him feel uncomfortable. He wanted to win the reward with his own strength, fairly and squarely.

Hearing these words, Zhang Taixuan was also stunned; he didn’t expect Wang Lin to say something like this, giving him a new perspective on Wang Lin. This young man... is extraordinary!

Then, Zhang Taixuan smiled and said, "You’re overthinking it."

"Besides, who said that only you received a reward?"

"Rest assured, our Alliance has always been fair and just. It’s not because you have any so-called background that this Immortal Crystal was given to you."

"You obtained this Immortal Crystal with your own strength, with no other reasons or intrigue."

"Alright, from now on, you’re about to become a Domain Master of the Lower-Rank Immortal Realm. As a Domain Master, the responsibilities you bear are even greater, and you’re also a major figure in our Alliance. I hope you continue to work hard."

After saying this, Zhang Taixuan turned and left the place.

Upon hearing these words, Wang Lin stood in place, unable to come back to his senses for a long time.

After quite a while, he slowly raised his head and looked toward the void above. The wooden box in his hand suddenly felt heavier, and his grip on it tightened.

At this moment, he seemed to truly understand that this was the force he had chosen to follow, and this was the Divine Alliance he was worthy of following.

....

At this time, Xiao Huo and Yun Tian were sitting in the courtyard, drinking silently.

The next second, Zhang Taixuan appeared in the courtyard, startling the two so much that they immediately stood at attention.

The two approached, cupping their fists and bowing, "Celestial Master Zhang."

Zhang Taixuan nodded, then took out a wooden box from his sleeve: "By order of the Alliance Leader, Xiao Huo, listen to your orders."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Huo knelt on one knee and listened.

"Xiao Huo, you have passed the examination and are rewarded with an ’Immortal Crystal.’

"I hope you will not fail the Alliance’s nurturing."

Upon hearing these words, both Xiao Huo and Yun Tian suddenly raised their heads in disbelief.

After receiving the wooden box, Xiao Huo sobered up at once. He had not held any hope, yet unexpectedly received such a surprise.

"Celestial Master Zhang, may I be bold to ask, what about Wang Lin..."

"Both Wang Lin and I passed the examination; why did I get it?"

"If it’s due to certain reasons, may I apply for a rematch?"

Upon hearing Xiao Huo’s words, Yun Tian’s eyes widened.

Just a moment ago they were drinking silently, and now that he really received it, he instead considered his competitor, proposing a rematch for fairness?

At that moment, he also gained a new understanding of Brother Xiao.

Upon hearing the same answer as Wang Lin’s, Zhang Taixuan also smiled with satisfaction at their reactions.

Such people are rare.

This isn’t just about talent or strength; it speaks to a person’s character and integrity, being open and aboveboard.

"Rest assured, Wang Lin also got an Immortal Crystal."

"Both of you passed the examination and met the requirements. The Alliance Leader Dong made an exception and gave it to both of you simultaneously."

"The whole process was absolutely fair and just."

"Alright, continue to work hard in the future."

After saying this, Zhang Taixuan left the place.

Xiao Huo stared at the square box in his hand, lost in thought. This was the first time he truly felt the shock brought by the alliance he pledged allegiance to.

....

After Zhang Taixuan left, he concealed his aura and arrived at a small cave mansion.

Zhang Xiaofan, seeing the Celestial Master Zhang appear at the entrance of his cave, immediately ended his meditation, patted the dust off himself, tidied his clothes, and greeted him with cupped fists, "Greetings, Celestial Master Zhang."

"Xiaofan, how are you feeling?" Zhang Taixuan asked with a smile, his hands behind his back.

....

Upon hearing this, Zhang Xiaofan scratched his head and laughed honestly, "Not too bad. In fact, this time, I’m also here to broaden my horizons."

"My two competitors are very strong; they also gave me a lot of motivation."

"I’ll come back next time. I hope I’ll pass the first two sections in the next examination, at least show some improvement."

Upon hearing this response, Zhang Taixuan raised his eyebrows slightly, with a hint of admiration in his eyes.

To be so optimistic, open-minded, and positively motivated is indeed rare. 𝒇𝙧𝙚𝓮𝙬𝙚𝓫𝒏𝓸𝓿𝓮𝒍.𝓬𝙤𝓶

Zhang Xiaofan was someone he discovered accidentally in a very lowly Lower Realm. He hadn’t given him much help—just some guidance.

What he didn’t expect was that he would grow step by step, stand out, and even reach the point where he could take part in the Lower-Rank Immortal Realm qualification examination.

"By order of the Alliance Leader, Zhang Xiaofan, listen to your orders."

Upon hearing this, Zhang Xiaofan knelt on one knee.