CHAPTER 833: CHAPTER 833: THE THREE DIVINE FORTUNE TELLERS WHO SHOOK THE CAPITAL

"Master Ji, it’s not that I’m unwilling to help you, but we’ve worked so hard for so many years to earn our reputation. If we fall because of the Nanyan Commerce, it won’t be worth it." A tall, elderly man with white hair and an aura like that of an immortal spoke earnestly. This was Shen Moce, Master Shen, whose abilities were said to be beyond belief.

"Indeed, Master Ji, I’ve also heard of that Nanyan Commerce. They seem to run a decent business in Nanxi County, but they lack foundation. None of the chambers in the Capital haven’t accumulated for thousands of years, backed by multiple noble families. What’s the Nanyan Commerce going to use to compete with them? It’s only a matter of time before they’re chased out of the Capital." Spoke Pu Tiandi, who, though small in stature, exuded a strong aura.

"If the Nanyan Commerce collapses, then so be it. But if even the four of us can’t support a single chamber, what will others think of us? How can we face anyone? I think you should also distance yourself quickly to avoid a ruined reputation." Weng Yixiao, although overweight and with a kind smile, carried an air of solemnity.

"Master Shen, Master Pu, Master Weng, I understand what you’re saying. However, I have my own reasons for helping the Nanyan Commerce with all my might, and I don’t want to say too much right now.

Years ago, when my master’s spirit left this world, several masters promised that if ever Ji Gaoxian would ask for anything within your abilities, you would not refuse. Today, I’m asking you, so will you break your promise?" Ji Gaoxian was somewhat angry. He had been pleading all morning, yet they remained unyielding, even trying to persuade him otherwise, not willing to fulfill their promise, leaving him quite dissatisfied.

"Master Ji, we haven’t broken our promise, but this matter affects our reputations, and it’s truly difficult for us to comply." Seeing Ji Gaoxian angry, Shen Moce was also somewhat displeased and was ready to storm out.

"Master Shen, don’t get angry, don’t get angry. Let’s discuss this calmly, let’s discuss this calmly." Weng Yixiao, having owed a favor to Ji Gaoxian’s master, didn’t want things to end on a sour note and quickly held Shen Moce back.

"Master Ji, how about this? You tell us why you insist on giving this great favor to the Nanyan Commerce. As long as you can convince us with your reasoning, we will discuss further, how about it?" Pu Tiandi said.

"Alright, you must have heard about how Mu Hanyan ruined my reputation a few days ago, right?" This matter wasn’t something Ji Gaoxian was proud of, and he didn’t want to bring it up, but since the others were unwilling to relent, he had no choice but to expose his own shortcomings.

"I heard about it. It seems that Mu Hanyan schemed against you and caught you off guard, causing you to fall into his trap and damage your reputation. Initially, we wanted to stand up for you and restore your image, but we also didn’t want to overstep, fearing you might misunderstand." Weng Yixiao said.

This matter had already spread in the Capital, but because Ji Gaoxian and his disciple were so well-known, many didn’t entirely believe it, leading to such rumors.

"Master Ji, why did you bring this up all of a sudden? What does it have to do with the Nanyan Commerce?" Asked Pu Tiandi, puzzled.

"Master Pu, don’t rush, listen to me explain. The rumors you mentioned are because the citizens of the Capital hold me in high regard and give me face. In truth, I truly lost to him, and I admit my defeat with conviction.

Mu Hanyan’s Star Divination Technique is so advanced that not even my late master could compare to him!" Ji Gaoxian remarked with admiration and even a hint of reverence on his face.

"Impossible!" The three across from him said in unison.

The three masters, renowned in the Capital and of a higher rank than Ji Gaoxian, were visibly shocked.

Ji Gaoxian’s master was the indisputable Number One Divine Fortune Teller—Dugu Kong—thirty years ago in the Capital. If the divine fortune teller title seemed somewhat inflated for Ji Gaoxian, for his master, Dugu Kong, it was completely deserving, as he too understood the Divine Language Skill, just like Mu Hanyan.

However, unlike Mu Hanyan, who possessed the Divine Language but didn’t know how to use it, Dugu Kong was a true Master of a Generation, known for his insightful talents.

Shen Moce, Pu Tiandi, and Weng Yixiao owed their achievements today largely to the teachings of Dugu Kong, which was why they were so indebted to him.

Compared to others, the three of them had a deeper understanding of just how profound Dugu Kong’s Star Divination Skill was. It was precisely for this reason that when they heard Ji Gaoxian claim that even Dugu Kong’s Star Divination Skill couldn’t compare to Mu Hanyan, they were so shocked.

Ji Gaoxian, although somewhat prideful, always respected his master deeply. When it came to matters about his master, Dugu Kong, he would choose his words carefully. Saying his master’s Star Divination Skill might not match Mu Hanyan’s was essentially admitting it but just not willing to undermine his master’s reputation.

"Master Ji, you can’t be serious, can you? From what I know, Mu Hanyan is only sixteen or seventeen, how could he possibly be compared to Master Dugu?" After some time, Weng Yixiao remarked with skepticism.

Shen Moce and Pu Tiandi also stared at Ji Gaoxian in disbelief. Their shock was so profound that they forgot to address why Ji Gaoxian mentioned Mu Hanyan.

"Master Weng, as Star Divination Masters, we value comprehension the most, which really doesn’t have much to do with age, does it?" Ji Gaoxian replied with a smile.

Indeed, for true Star Divination Masters, comprehension is key, not age. Folks like Qu Shanling, who dyed his hair and wrinkled his skin, were so-called god-men meant to deceive common folk.

Among these masters, aside from Shen Moce, who gained his reputation later, both Weng Yixiao and Pu Tiandi rose to fame early; hence, they couldn’t argue against Ji Gaoxian’s point.

"While that’s true, he’s just too young." Shen Moce, having gained fame later, felt somewhat uncomfortable as if Ji Gaoxian was suggesting his comprehension was poor, and couldn’t help but retort.

"Moreover, it’s said that Mu Hanyan’s cultivation is quite advanced, having already reached the Sword Master Realm, which is why he was summoned back to his family. Sixteen or seventeen years old, not only with Sword Master Realm cultivation but also a Star Divination Skill no weaker than Master Dugu’s—it’s hard to believe." Pu Tiandi, aligned with Shen Moce, echoed the sentiment.

"Even if he started cultivating from the womb, it’s not possible." Seeing as the other two spoke up, Weng Yixiao had to chime in too.

"Alright then, let me show you these two hand formations." Knowing that mere words would not convince these old fellows, Ji Gaoxian began forming hand formations.