Immediately, Mr. Zhuang sighed:
"Well, if he didn't learn it, then he didn't learn it..."
Mo Hua was startled and then displayed a "disappointed" look, hanging his head, "Master, I... I have let you down..."
Mr. Zhuang looked regretful, but remained silent.
Seeing Mr. Zhuang's expression, the Chief Elder was taken aback, then heaved a long sigh of relief.
He then felt a sense of vindication, his old face blooming like a chrysanthemum, barely able to suppress his smile.
He "hehe" chuckled twice and pretended to console:
"The Five Elements Spirit Formation is the Sect Protecting Formation of my Five Elements Sect, a first-class Formation with Thirteen Stripes, incorporating the essence of creation. It's as hard to comprehend as ascending to the heavens..."
"Although your distinguished disciples are exceptionally talented and quick-witted, they are still young and learning the profound formations of my Five Elements Sect. It's normal not to grasp it; don't take it too much to heart."
"The journey of Tao Cultivation is long, and they have a long road ahead..."
"Experiencing setbacks can better temper their nature."
The Chief Elder stroked his beard.
Mo Hua, mimicking Mr. Zhuang, sighed and said, "Chief Elder speaks very truly."
The Chief Elder raised his eyebrows and glanced at Mo Hua.
This genius, arrogant and defiant, had put Junior Formation Masters of the entire Dali Mountain State boundary to shame. Yet now, facing the heritage of the Five Elements Sect, he seemed crestfallen due to defeat.
The Chief Elder's heart was as sweet as honey.
He had rarely been this delighted in his life.
The Chief Elder even said:
"If Mr. Zhuang does not mind, you could stay longer in my Five Elements Sect, allowing us to extend our hospitality a bit more..."
Mr. Zhuang seemed somewhat disinterested, "We'll see."
He waved his sleeve and left.
The three from Mo Hua exchanged simple salutations with the Chief Elder, offered a bow, and followed Mr. Zhuang out.
The Chief Elder watched their departing figures, the smile fading from his face, as he snorted to himself and scoffed:
"Tasted bitter fruit, have you?"
"The heritage of my Five Elements Sect isn't something just anyone can learn."
...
On the way back, there were no members of the Five Elements Sect around.
Mo Hua's dejected expression changed, and he couldn't help but beam with joy.
Smiling, Mo Hua then frowned again, rubbing the back of his head, and wondered aloud:
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