A young white-robed disciple pointed at Brandon Jiang's nose and started cursing him.

She looked indignant, as if she was deeply concerned for Senior Sandra.

However, upon hearing her words, everyone present instinctively took a few steps back, looking at her with pity and disdain.

She was a newcomer, and an ignorant one at that, having just arrived and already offending Senior Sandra's taboo.

Now, her situation was far more dangerous than Brandon Jiang's, but she was oblivious, still looking smug and arrogant.

Senior Sandra glanced at the young disciple who had jumped out to shout, then smiled at Brandon Jiang and said:

"Brandon, you claim your Fire Control Technique is powerful. Why not give us a demonstration?"

Hearing this, Brandon Jiang felt a wave of relief.

Earlier, when he was pleading for forgiveness, he had deliberately emphasized his unique prowess in Daoist Arts.

Moreover, Senior Sandra had a good impression of him, finally giving him a chance to prove his worth.

If he could impress Senior Sandra, his mistakes could be easily forgiven.

But what should he use for the test?

Before he could think of anything, Senior Sandra spoke again:

"Right, if we're testing the power of Daoist Arts, we need a target, don't we?"

"Brandon, use her as the target."

She pointed at the young disciple who had been shouting earlier.

Both Brandon Jiang and the young disciple were stunned.

The latter was confused, not understanding why Senior Sandra would make her the target.

But then she got excited. Could it be that Sandra wanted her to showcase her abilities and value?

This little girl was only at the second level of Qi Refining, while she herself was at the third level and had mastered a defensive Daoist Art.

Defending against the Fire Control Technique would be a piece of cake!

If she won beautifully, she would surely impress Senior Sandra!

She rushed in front of Brandon Jiang with a face full of pride and said:

"Go ahead, make your move. The sooner you do, the sooner you can stop worrying!"

Brandon Jiang looked at the young disciple speechlessly. How had such a clueless disciple survived until now?

He said, "My Fire Control Technique is very powerful. Be careful, Senior Sister."

"Stop talking and make your move already!"

The young disciple snapped.

Brandon Jiang pointed, and an orange flame, carrying immense heat and speed, surged towards the young disciple!

The young disciple didn't notice anything unusual about Brandon Jiang's Fire Control Technique. Still, to leave a good impression on Senior Sandra, she activated a Daoist Art with all her might.

She formed a Daoist seal with her hands, and a wall of energy, about ten feet wide, instantly appeared in front of her, protecting her completely.

This was her Daoist Art, Gang Qi!

In the Cultivation Hall, Gang Qi Daoist Art was priced at a thousand mortal coins, much stronger than low-level arts like the Fire Control Technique.

Coupled with her third level of Qi Refining, it seemed like a sure win!

Confident, the young disciple watched as the flame got closer, until it collided with the Gang Qi wall.

In the next moment, something unexpected happened.

The flame surged, erupting with a heat that could burn mountains and boil seas, instantly engulfing the energy wall!

Not only did the flame not diminish, but it grew even stronger. Before the young disciple could react, she was completely swallowed by the raging fire!

"Ahhh!!!"

A piercing scream rang out as the young disciple struggled frantically, trying to use Gang Qi to disperse the flames, but to no avail.

The scream lasted less than a breath before she fell silent, her vocal cords burned through.

Another breath later, she collapsed to the ground, lifeless, her body still burning quietly until it turned to ashes.

She was dead.

Brandon Jiang shook his head as he looked at the ashes of the young disciple.

Self-inflicted harm is the worst.

In the end, without brains or background, one can't survive long in the Cultivation World.

"Not bad."

At this moment, Senior Sandra's satisfied voice rang out.

Brandon Jiang looked up to see Senior Sandra smiling at him.

"Brandon, your talent in Daoist Arts is truly exceptional."

"I noticed that your Daoist Art can draw in external spiritual energy after leaving your body, amplifying its power! Your Fire Control Technique at the second level of Qi Refining is almost as powerful as that of a fourth-level cultivator!"

"Although your cultivation talent is only above average, your talent in Daoist Arts is extraordinary!"

Hearing this, Brandon Jiang was surprised.

So that's why his Daoist Arts were more powerful than others'.

An extraordinary talent in Daoist Arts?

This advantage was quite significant, especially in combat.

If he reached the third level of Qi Refining, even the Villain of the Blood Sea wouldn't be able to defeat him.

However, Brandon Jiang didn't dare to get complacent. He immediately bowed respectfully and said:

"Thank you for your praise, Senior Sandra. No matter how talented I am in Daoist Arts, a mistake is still a mistake. Please punish me!"

Senior Sandra waved her hand with a smile:

"You have an honest character. Since no one told you about your exceptional Daoist Art power beforehand, ignorance is no crime. I'll waive the punishment."

Brandon Jiang immediately showed an excited expression:

"Thank you for your great kindness, Senior Sister. I will strive to cultivate diligently and not let you down!"

Senior Sandra was slightly taken aback, feeling that Brandon Jiang's words sounded like flattery. But upon closer thought, she realized she indeed had shown kindness to Brandon Jiang, and the rest were just his words of self-encouragement, not flattery.

But why did it feel so pleasing to hear?

This way of speaking was just like her sister, Yan Baobao.

She became even more satisfied with Brandon Jiang and said:

"Go back to your work. Learn and observe diligently."

"Yes!"

Brandon Jiang responded respectfully and quickly retreated.

At this moment, a somewhat displeased voice rang out.

"Senior Sandra? Is this matter just going to be brushed off?"

Dorothy Lin stepped forward, looking a bit unhappy:

"Brandon Jiang's mistake almost caused the entire team's mission progress to fall short, which is a significant impact. Just letting her off lightly seems inappropriate, doesn't it?"

Sandra frowned slightly, a bit displeased:

"What do you mean?"

Dorothy Lin said seriously:

"I believe that even if Brandon Jiang isn't killed, she should be severely punished to make her remember. She should also be made to cut flesh daily until she repays the debt of thirty thousand mortal coins!"

"This way, it won't harm her life but will serve as a punishment. I think it's very appropriate."

Hearing this, Brandon Jiang kept his head down and didn't speak. He wasn't worried that Senior Sandra would actually listen to Dorothy Lin, but he was still a bit annoyed and displeased.

He hadn't provoked Dorothy Lin, so was it necessary for her to push him to the brink?

And was this girl so arrogant that she couldn't see the situation, daring to instruct Senior Sandra?

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He really wondered how long the Lin Family's background could protect her.

Senior Sandra's face darkened, staring coldly at Dorothy Lin:

"Junior of the Lin Family, this is my Purple Lotus Peak, not your Lin Family!"

"If you dare to prattle in front of me again, I don't mind applying the punishments you mentioned to you."

"After all, as you said, it won't harm your life!"