Su Chen was actually a little dissatisfied.
I came here as a guest, but I was given a test right away.
This is not the way to entertain guests.
But after thinking about it, I still endured it.
There are some guesses in my mind.
Does this mean he knows about my relationship with Qiu Ruoshuang?
Set a test for yourself in advance?
It feels unlikely
Su Chen felt uncomfortable, but he thought of Qiu Ruoshuang and his good impression of the Qiu family.
All these discomforts were suppressed.
Perhaps the next time when Qiu Ruoshuang and I come to the Qiu family, the tests we will face will be even more difficult.
This time he was testing his attainments in formations, probably because he was afraid that his conversation with Qiu Xiyu would affect her understanding of formations.
Su Chen did not argue anymore.
Instead, he turned his gaze to the formations before him.
There are seven formations along the way towards the courtyard.
These seven formations are all harmless.
Either it is a bewitching formation that disturbs the mind, or it is a formation like the beast trap.
Even if he failed to break through these formations, they would not harm him.
From here, Su Chen also saw that they actually had no ill intentions.
These formations in front of us are indeed a big problem for many formation masters.
The foundation is not strong enough and it can't be seen at all.
The basics of a formation master is to arrange the formation.
The formation can be operated and can be effective in various complex terrains to produce specific effects.
Only if one can do these things can a formation master be considered useful.
Therefore, most formation masters will not spend time studying formations to deal with humans.
A formation master with that kind of energy must have extremely solid basic skills.
At least he should be a sixth-grade formation master like Su Chen.
These formations are probably also used to verify whether one's abilities and reputation are consistent.
In fact, for Su Chen, these are actually basic skills.
I learned the formation techniques from Immortal Jingbo.
The formation manual left by Immortal Jingbo attaches great importance to how to conceal the formation.
It can be said that in the formation book left by Immortal Jingbo.
Concealing the formation is the first priority.
These formations are prepared to deal with humans.
Instead of researching for the purpose of dealing with monsters.
Su Chen also had many doubts in his heart in the past.
Immortal Jingbo was extremely powerful. Judging from the things he left behind, his strength was close to that of an immortal god.
With such strength, he doesn't need to use formations to deal with the enemy.
Martial arts strength alone should be enough.
But unfortunately, Immortal Jingbo spent a lot of time and effort on the formation.
It is very likely that there is a larger enemy.
Even surpassing the powerful opponents in the Guiyi realm.
Su Chen didn't think much about it.
Instead, he began to untie the formations that were blocking him one by one according to what he thought in his heart.
When it comes to concealing a formation, the most important thing is the shape of the objects surrounding the formation.
Because of the influence of the power of the formation, the vegetation, stone debris, etc. in the formation will generally appear in an incorrect shape.
How to hide it is how to make these things appear normal.
To break the formation, it is not just about looking at the shape.
Find the center of the formation and destroy it.
This is the key to breaking the formation.
The first formation was very simple, and the core of the formation was revealed to Su Chen.
Each level is more difficult than the last, and the methods of hiding are becoming more and more tricky.
To crack the secret, you may need a lot of experience.
But these extremely secret locations had long been mentioned in the classics left by the Immortal Jingbo.
Even the classics left by Immortal Jingbo mentioned the fake array center.
That is to say, it is designed to set traps for others and directly target formation masters.
Use a fake array eye to attract array masters to come and break it.
And when they took a step forward and tried to crack it.
Only then will they realize that they are in danger and have already fallen into the formation.
Seven consecutive formations of obstruction.
Su Chen cracked all the problems in less than half an hour.
When the last formation was unlocked, a middle-aged man appeared with Old Ding.
“Mr. Ding, this is the guest invited by Xiyu.
What did you make these for?"
The middle-aged man walked towards Su Chen, saying some blaming words all the time.
Elder Ding beside him nodded repeatedly: "I didn't think it through, I just heard about this young friend's reputation.
I couldn't help wanting to test it out."
Su Chen has experienced so much, from Yunyang Sect to Jin State.
I still understand this kind of human nature.
In fact, he was just trying to find a way out for himself.
The middle-aged man actually knew it himself, so he gave Su Chen a test as soon as they met.
This is not hospitality at all.
As the host, of course he had to shift the blame.
"I am Qiu Xiyu's father, Qiu Xingchuan."
Hearing this name, Su Chen thought of Qiu Ruoshuang's brother, Qiu Xingtian.
From the name, we can also see that Qiu Ruoshuang is a generation older than Qiu Xiyu.
"I am Su Chen. I am sorry to bother you by coming here without permission."
Su Chen was still very polite.
I won't expose anyone's shortcomings. They are just trying to save face, so I have to admit it.
"Old man Ding met a young man, especially one who had some attainments in formation.
Always like to test others.
Please don't blame me, my friend."
As he spoke, Qiu Xingchuan invited Su Chen to go inside.
Qiu Xingchuan had a very good attitude towards Su Chen.
He looks quite serious, but he speaks in a kind manner.
“Xiyu has already mentioned Su Xiaoyou to us, and you have been a great help to her.
Especially the celestial demon crisis.
If it weren't for you, Xiyu would have been seriously injured."
When Qiu Xingchuan was speaking, the three of them had already walked into the inner courtyard.
Qiu Yinan, who was hiding in the dark, couldn't help but complain when he heard what his brother said.
“This is too much, why don’t you use this tone when you talk to us normally?
This is because I’m really afraid of scaring others away.”
Qiu Xiyu saw Su Chen from afar and immediately walked over here.
Then he rolled his eyes at Qiu Xingchuan and led Su Chen directly into the depths of the courtyard.
Qiu Xingchuan felt helpless when his daughter rolled her eyes at him.
See the two of them walk a little further away.
Qiu Xingchuan looked at Mr. Ding standing beside him.
"Tell me, Mr. Ding, what do you think of this young man?"
Just now, Su Chen broke the formation too quickly.
Qiu Xingchuan didn't even give a specific evaluation of Su Chen to Old Ding.
When Mr. Ding heard this, he frowned slightly.
“Xingchuan, you just saw with your own eyes the performance of this young man.
To be honest, if I hadn't seen it with my own eyes, I would never have believed it was true.
He cracked it too fast.
Ordinary formation masters probably have limited knowledge of this formation. Even if they spend time studying it, it is unlikely that they will be so proficient in it.
I don’t quite understand.”
Old Ding frowned tightly. His words sounded like a compliment, but it felt like something was wrong.
Qiu Xingchuan, who was standing by, couldn't help but frown when he heard this.
"Mr. Ding, please be more direct. Be casual when talking to us, your own people."
Qiu Xingchuan doesn’t have enough knowledge about formations.
He needs the most direct and intuitive comments.
Hearing this, Mr. Ding stopped procrastinating.
"This young man's performance in formation is a little too good."
"pass?"
"His attainments in formations are so proficient that he doesn't seem like a young man.
To be honest, I feel like his performance just now is something that I couldn't have done even if I were to do it myself.
Could it be that his appearance was intentional by some side?"
The expression on Old Ding's face told Qiu Xingchuan that he was skeptical about Su Chen.
Qiu Xingchuan, who was standing next to him, frowned when he heard this.
"Mr. Ding, do you think that someone deliberately arranged this kind of person to get close to Xiyu?"
The two of them walked towards the periphery while talking.
Old Ding was still analyzing the situation for Qiu Xingchuan, including all the clues involved.
Qiu Xingchuan certainly would not question Mr. Ding's loyalty.
He has been in the Qiu family for decades, and has been a guest of the Qiu family since Qiu Xingchuan was still a child.
Although he is loyal, what Mr. Ding said is not necessarily correct.
Qiu Xingchuan was also thinking quickly in his heart.
"Mr. Ding, what do you think of this young man surnamed Su's talent for formations? If he were in our Jin State, what level would he be at?"
“That’s certainly the top category, not to mention his performance.
For someone like us like Xiyu, it is already remarkable to have obtained the title of an eighth-grade formation master at such a young age."
Mr. Ding’s answer was very direct, without any hesitation.
Indeed, not to mention other people.
A formation master like Qiu Xiyu can already be considered top-notch and has a promising future.
Su Chen is slightly older than Qiu Xiyu, but not much older.
But the two of them have extraordinary attainments in formation.
Qiu Xingchuan hesitated for a moment and then spoke out his thoughts.
"Mr. Ding, let's think about it carefully.
If our Qiu family had such a top disciple, would we send him out to do anything sinister?
For example, my cousin Qiu Ruoshuang.
With her talent in martial arts, would her family send her to lurk in other forces?"
Qiu Xingchuan's words left Mr. Ding speechless.
That is indeed the case.
The sect would never be willing to send such top talents to other sects to do anything.
Such geniuses are held in high esteem and cared for with every possible care.
Just like Qiu Xiyu, whenever he goes out, there are guards watching and protecting him from afar.
Which sect would be willing to send a top formation genius like Su Chen to carry out some conspiracy?
“That’s true.
With such a genius, which sect would not pamper and protect him? How could they throw him out to be humiliated?
If they are recruited by other sects, it will be a huge loss, a huge loss."
As the conversation reached this point, the frown on Mr. Ding’s face gradually relaxed.
If there is no conspiracy involved.
He fully supports Su Chen.
"Put all this aside, Mr. Ding, please tell me what's on your mind.
What do you think of this disciple? What do you think of him and Xiyu?"
Qiu Xingchuan looked at Old Ding, his precious daughter, who had been learning the art of formation from Old Ding since she was a child.
Mr. Ding treats Qiu Xiyu as his own son.
Qiu Xingchuan would discuss Qiu Xiyu's affairs with Mr. Ding.
Although Mr. Ding was somewhat spoiled by Qiu Xiyu, he tended to favor her.
But he would definitely not harm her or do anything that would be detrimental to Qiu Xiyu.
The two of them found an attic in the yard and sat down. A servant not far away saw them and came over to pour tea for them.
Old Ding thought about it and began to speak what was in his mind.
“If we only look at his talent and potential, this young friend Su may very well become a genius at the level of the leader of the Alliance.
At such a young age, it is possible for him to be called a sixth-rank formation master.
His performance just now also proved that the title given to him by the Alliance was absolutely correct.
He really has the ability.
In recent years, the border of Jin State has become increasingly unstable.
Last year, there was an attack by a group of celestial demons, leaving the entire Qiu family helpless.
A few days ago, there were even reports that the Demon King was causing chaos.
In the next few decades, formation masters will surely become more and more valuable, and the benefits they bring to the Qiu family will also become greater and greater.
If no other circumstances arise and he is willing to marry into the wife's family.
Then this young man is actually worthy of Xiyu."
Upon hearing this, Qiu Xingchuan nodded, with a smile on his face.
It seemed as if he had been waiting for Mr. Ding to say this.
Many people in high positions have some thoughts in their minds but are always unable to express them.
They like to have other people say this kind of thing.
"Since you, Mr. Ding, have said so, let's get in touch with this young man again.
He seems to be well-mannered and sensible, and his conversation is also extraordinary.
He is quite handsome among young people.
When it comes to young people’s affairs, there are some things we shouldn’t interfere too much in.
They have their own affairs to consider and make their own decisions.
Sooner or later you have to grow up."
Qiu Xingchuan talked with a smile.
These people are so realistic.
If their descendants find someone they are very dissatisfied with, they will definitely scold that person harshly.
Your most important task now is to practice martial arts and study formations.
But if it is a partner that young people are looking for, they are relatively satisfied.
The words he said were completely different.
At that time, young people should be allowed to decide their own affairs.
Young people have grown up, and their elders can't always control everything.
Always let go and give them the opportunity to grow on their own.
This statement makes sense on both sides.
While the two were communicating, Su Chen and Qiu Xiyu were strolling in their yard.
Qiu Xiyu took Su Chen for a walk.
While speaking, he described the surrounding scenery.
Going to a slightly higher place would give Su Chen a chance to take a look at the structure of the Qiu family mansion.
Although he was listening carefully to what Qiu Xiyu said.
But deep down, I was always thinking about Qiu Ruoshuang.
I kept thinking about how to ask for information related to Qiu Ruoshuang.
After all, the reason he came here this time was actually to see Qiu Ruoshuang and give her a surprise.
During the conversation, Qiu Xiyu mentioned the threat posed by monsters in the north.
Speaking of their Qiu family, they have been working hard to resolve the issues on the northern border in recent years.
Even Qiu Ruoshuang went to the north to help.
Hearing Qiu Xiyu mention Qiu Ruoshuang on his own initiative, Su Chen quickly took over the conversation.
"Junior Sister Qiu, your aunt, I wonder where she lives?"
Su Chen's question made Qiu Xiyu smile helplessly.
"Senior Brother Su is still obsessed with my little aunt Ruoshuang. He came to our Qiu family. Could it be that he really just wanted to see her?" (End of this chapter)
