Chapter 10, I want to practice the Sunflower!

Chen Du is able to compare Chu Yi with Wang Zhen and Wang Yue, which demonstrates his appreciation for Chu Yi

Although it is said that Chen Du is on duty with two young eunuchs in the Imperial Archives, they seem to turn a blind eye to Chu Yi's actions of searching for secret texts on the bookshelf

If it were possible, Chu Yi would be willing to remain in that state forever, but unfortunately, he simply does not have enough fortune to squander

My lord, there is no need to rush to return it. As long as you do not damage the secret text, you may look at it for as long as you wish in the Imperial Archives

First, he held the fragmented volume of the Nine Yin Manual in his hands, then turned the pages one by one. Chu Yi read with great seriousness, committing each word to memory.

Upon entering the room, the two sat facing each other. Chu Yi, with a serious expression, respectfully bowed to Chen Du and said: "I kindly request Master Chen to teach me the methods of cultivation."

Han Chao slightly shook his head: "As an old servant who has entered the palace for several decades, I have always been within the Imperial Archives. Regarding the affairs of the world, my lord, you are likely to be disappointed."

The room was silent, and by the time Chu Yi set down the manual in his hand, a stick of incense had already burned for a duration of time.

It is evident that Chu Yi only took the secret manual for the duration of a single incense stick before returning it, which caused Chen Du to worry whether Chu Yi would be able to memorize the manual.

If previously he felt clear-headed, with highly refined thoughts and found it very easy to remember things, now Chu Yi felt a sense of mental sluggishness, as if he had suddenly become much more foolish.

Since he was castrated and made a eunuch upon his arrival, Chu Yi realized that luck is something that must not be underestimated. If luck were to drop to a single digit again, who knows what misfortunes might occur

After having breakfast, Chu Yi did not rush to practice; instead, he took a moment to inspect the surroundings before inviting Chen Du to his residence

When Wang Zhen first entered the Imperial Archives, he was as calm as Chu Yi, and besides him, there was also Wang Yue

In fact, Chu Yi is not foolish at all; it is merely because the effects of the Fortune Altar are too extraordinary. As the saying goes, without comparison, there is no harm.

Chen Du and Han Chao are absolutely seasoned veterans at the Imperial History Museum, even when Fan Heng, Wang Yue, and others were cultivating the Sunflower Scripture, it was under the guidance of the two of them

As night fell, Chu Yi and several others, including Chen Du, had dinner together before returning to rest.

It is often said that a master leads you to the door, but the cultivation is up to the individual. This statement seems to imply that a person's achievements depend entirely on their own efforts. However, one must not forget a prerequisite: there must be someone to guide you through the initial stages.

If even the secret manual is remembered incorrectly, in the event that any mishap occurs during Chu Yi's cultivation process, they will also find it difficult to absolve themselves of responsibility

Upon reaching the shelf filled with various martial arts manuals, Chu Yi carefully examined each one and reached out to take hold of the incomplete version of the Nine Yin Manual and the Sunflower Manual.

Chu Yi could sense Chen Du's goodwill and nodded, saying, "It's no trouble; I have already memorized the contents of the secret manual"

Although it is said that when he met Wang Zhen, he was only about 10 years old, Wang Zhen had already risen to prominence in the palace.

As the saying goes, good things are not afraid of being late. At present, my emotions are in turmoil, making it unsuitable to attempt cultivation. It would be better to have a good sleep and rest for a while, and then, with a refreshed spirit and a clear mind, proceed with the practice.

Carrying two secret manuals, Chu Yi made a concerted effort to slow his pace, concealing the excitement within, as he returned to his residence

Among these few individuals, the one who left the deepest impression on him was the grand eunuch Wang Zhen, who was primarily responsible for the incident at the Tumu Fortress during the Ming Dynasty

What Chu Yi did not know was that next door, Chen Du felt his breathing and heartbeat gradually stabilize. When the faint sound of his snoring emerged, a hint of appreciation appeared on Chen Du's face

Chu Yi is the chief eunuch in charge of the Imperial Historical Archives. Here, he is the most powerful figure; as long as Chu Yi does not actively violate the long-standing rules of the Imperial Historical Archives, he can naturally do as he pleases.

He reached out to take the Sunflower Manual, opened the first page, and silently memorized it, turning page by page.

At least since he arrived in this world, he has been living in constant fear, afraid that one day he might inexplicably lose his life

One hundred points of luck can allow him to maintain his current state for the duration of an incense stick. During this time, everything he has looked at will be firmly remembered in his heart, not forgotten in the slightest

He waved his hand to signal Han Chao to leave. After tidying up briefly, Chu Yi exited his residence and walked into the repository of the Imperial Historical Archives.

Chu Yi felt a stir in his heart, pondered for a moment, and said to Han Chao: "I wonder if Master Han has any understanding of the current state of the world?"

Chu Yi smiled and said, "If there is guidance from Chief Chen, that would naturally be the best outcome."

Chu Yi suddenly realized that he had truly been asking the blind for directions. Han Chao and Chen Du could be considered as having lived in their old residence for ten thousand years. Judging by their demeanor, it was likely that they had never even set foot outside the Imperial Historical Archives.

After turning to the last page, Chu Yi set down the secret manual, slightly closed his eyes, and in his mind, the contents of the fragment of the Nine Yin Manual vividly emerged, as if not a single detail was amiss

One incense stick's worth of time equates to one hundred units of fortune. Currently, he has only a little over four thousand units of fortune. Until he acquires sufficient fortune, it is unlikely that Chu Yi would recklessly consume his own fortune unless absolutely necessary

In the room, Chu Yi placed two secret books in front of him, not in a hurry to flip through them. Instead, with a thought, the luck altar in his sea of consciousness trembled slightly, and a surge of fortune transformed into firewood, burning fiercely. Suddenly, Chu Yi felt a clarity in his mind.

A night without dreams, Chu Yi slept soundly until dawn. It has been over half a year since he last experienced such a day, where he could let everything go and enjoy a refreshing and beautiful sleep.

Some individuals are born with the ability to remember everything they see. Although Chu Yi does not possess this ability, he is able to achieve it through the use of the Fortune Altar.

When Chu Yi placed the manuals of the Nine Yin Manual and the Sunflower Manual back on the bookshelf, Chen Du couldn't help but glance at Chu Yi

Now in charge of the Imperial Historical Archives, I have at least managed to establish a tenuous foothold within the palace, no longer needing to worry about losing my life under unclear circumstances

Moreover, the Imperial Archives itself is a tranquil place within the palace, not to mention that few would approach it. Let alone the affairs of the world, it is likely that they are not well-informed about the news within the palace either

Chen Du has encountered many individuals who, upon obtaining the secrets of the Sunflower Manual, become overly excited and cannot resist the urge to begin their cultivation immediately. The outcome is predictable; in nine out of ten cases, their inability to calm their minds leads to an inability to focus on their practice.

Familiarizing himself with the Imperial Archives took up most of the day, stirring a tumult of emotions within him. Even though he had already memorized the techniques and scriptures, Chu Yi still forced himself to lie down and sleep

If the esteemed one encounters any uncertainties during the course of cultivation, you may inquire of this humble servant. Having practiced the Sunflower Scripture for several decades, I believe I can offer some assistance to the esteemed one.

Looking at Chen Du's reaction, it is evident that he is somewhat skeptical. However, since Chu Yi has said so, as a subordinate, he naturally should not say anything further.

In all these years, Chen Du has only encountered a few individuals as calm as Chu Yi.

A good master leads one into the door, so in the future, one need not worry about taking too many detours. Chu Yi questioned himself, realizing that his understanding of the Sunflower Manual was not on par with Chen Du and Han Chao. Therefore, Chu Yi sought advice from Chen Du, not at all considering this approach to be beneath his dignity.