Xu Yan traversed the world of cultivation, unable to cultivate for a full twenty years, yet emerged as a mortal proficient in all forms of poetry, books, zither, and painting.
However, Xu Yan also moved on; being a mortal detached from fame and fortune, isn't it rather splendid?
Yet, after Xu Yan's work "The Calabash Brothers Rescue Grandpa" circulated, it stirred up a veritable tempest in the world of cultivation.
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A certain disciple of a renowned mountain sect remarked, "Senior Xu has imbued the ultimate truths of the cosmos into a painting, attaining the realm of 'all things returning to one.' We can only look up in awe."
An esteemed ancestor of a sacred sanctuary intoned, "Senior Xu has already transcended the bounds of creation. Every stroke and line conceals the great Tao. This is a height I shall never reach in my entire lifetime."
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Turns Out I'm a Hidden Expert

Xu Yan chose not to take the Golden Emperor Ant's words seriously. An ant daring to claim it could defeat him? It seemed like a joke. He shook the half roasted chicken he was holding and said with a smile, "Hold on, I haven't finished. Be my pet, and I'll cover all your meals and accommodations."


Xu Yan doubted if he had misheard. Did the Golden Emperor Ant just call him master? Wasn't it threatening to punch him a moment ago? How did it suddenly skip agreement and directly address him as master?


This twist was so big that he almost couldn't react in time.


The Golden Emperor Ant stared at the half roasted chicken and said, "Master, is this roasted chicken for me?" Its mouth was watering, although the droplets were so tiny they could be ignored.


Xu Yan thought to himself that this ant was indeed a foodie, prioritizing food over dignity.


The Arrogant Golden Emperor Ant