Daoist Yuanci and Qin Lingxiao were both overjoyed beyond measure.
They repeatedly bowed in thanks.
But the old crone waved her hand dismissively, looking at Qin Lingxiao with a kind face:
"I originally intended to cultivate you to Class V, and then have you replace me here, but now my wish has been fulfilled, and I need not do so."
"Do you still wish to be my disciple?"
Qin Lingxiao hesitated slightly, glancing at Daoist Yuanci before whispering:
"I... My talent is dull, far inferior to his."
"Him?"
The old crone glanced at Daoist Yuanci and unreservedly shook her head:
"His talent isn't necessarily higher than yours, it's just that the foundation of his true form is too profound. Even if he transformed to learn the Yuanci Path, he would quickly become adept at it, there's no need to compete with him in the short term."
Hearing this, Daoist Yuanci's heart remained undisturbed.
Because what was said was indeed extremely fair.