Chapter 6, First Hearing (Part 2)

Zhang Rongfang has met his senior sister. Zhang Rongfang quickly bowed in greeting. Considering that he is now only 16 years old, he is indeed younger than the other party, which makes him a little Taoist priest.

Now that he has shed the identity of a menial disciple, he finally has some leeway to plan for his future

"Rong Fang Ge, Si Tu Jie, I truly envy how quickly you both have been promoted. If there is anything you need me to do in the future, please feel free to let me know," Li Suanmei, who was standing nearby, couldn't help but interject.

Zhang Rongfang, do you know how a disciple in cultivation can advance to a higher level

Zhang Rong conveniently stood by to watch as he practiced martial arts

Indeed, it has arrived! Zhang Rongfang felt an indescribable sense of anticipation in his heart

Shangde Garden covers a large area and contains many residential communities for various purposes

Then what if one cannot cultivate martial arts

Even the current status as a disciple in training is still reliant on the favor of Xiao Qingying, which is why it was forcefully elevated.

Indeed, it has manifested... He let out a heavy sigh of relief in his heart

Zhang Rongfang followed Xiao Qingying every day while silently contemplating his future path

One is Li Suanmei, and the other is Situ Nan

Upon arriving at Qinghe Palace, the only familiar faces to him were the three individuals before him, from whom he had gathered much information and news.

This distance is neither too far nor too close, just enough.

Even someone like Zhang Rongfang, who is accustomed to various forms of beauty from previous lives, couldn't help but cast a slight sidelong glance

Hmm. Zhang Rongfang nodded

Inside the Qinghe Palace Canteen

She immediately spotted Zhang Rongfang waiting in the corridor outside the door

Understood

She comes from a farming family, and her wealthy farmer father holds some biases against women. To reduce taxes and avoid conscription, he spent a considerable amount of money to send her here

I heard that you are now following Master Xiao Rong's daughter, that Senior Sister Xiao Qingying, every day

Rest assured, I will do my utmost to help. " Situ Nan nodded and said

Out of respect, he slightly averted his gaze from the other person and looked at their shoulder

He looked at the two yellow plus signs glowing behind life and skills, feeling an impulse to click on them immediately

A good diet, combined with a regular routine, has gradually helped Zhang Rongfang recover over the course of more than ten consecutive days

Then it can only be said that one must have exceptional skills in the Dao. If you live to the age of eighty, remain in good health, and move freely, it will naturally prove that your mastery of the Dao is profound, and at that time, you will be able to attain a higher professional title. The words of Situ Nan are quite realistic

Understood, it's so annoying. Xiao Qingying waved her hand impatiently

A remark from Situ Nan caused Zhang Rongfang to furrow his brows slightly

He had only taken a few steps when he suddenly felt a warmth in his chest and abdomen. A faint black line flashed suddenly in his eyes

The room where Xiao Qingying resides is among the best restored ones.

Zhang Rongfang pondered for a moment and ultimately agreed. Such gatherings for mutual support are not uncommon among the disciples

Accompanied by Situ Nan, the two walked towards the Shangde Garden located at the rear of the Qinghe Palace

Entering through the white archway, one proceeds along the cobblestone path, where one can occasionally see stone sculptures of cranes and tortoises along the way

Situ Nan walked ahead, approximately two steps in distance

Xiao Qingying was initially a bit impatient; she went to the restroom and chatted with her close friend, while Zhang Rong kept a distance.

He felt a surge of joy in his heart and quickly lowered his head to look at his arm

At this moment, he lowered his head again and glanced at his attribute panel

In recent days, Zhang Rongfang happened to be on vacation, and Xiao Qingying was to accompany her father, Xiao Rong, to visit friends, which is why he had some free time for activities.

"I don't know." Zhang Rongfang was also contemplating this issue

After a short while, Xiao Qingying, dressed neatly, pushed open the door with a melancholic expression

The properties panel suddenly revealed itself

Zhang Rongfang suppressed the impulse in his heart, raised his head to follow Situ Nan, and stepped forward into the red pavilion

Zhang Rongfang focused his mind and followed Situ Nan as they approached the past

The most crucial aspect is that there is once again a warm energy within the chest and abdomen that can accumulate attribute points

After Situ Nan sat down, he glanced at the disciple's robe worn by Zhang Rong.

Do not rush, one must not be hasty; after returning in a while, take the time to study it thoroughly

Rong Fang, in the future, if there is anything, we can communicate with each other.

Many people are afraid that he was promoted to a disciple of cultivation purely by sheer luck

Before long, several figures also appeared ahead on the path that the two were walking.

I only learned this from the last gathering as well, said Situ Nan. The advancement of disciples in cultivation primarily depends on their martial arts practice. This is because it is difficult to assess the level of literary cultivation. Whether it is an illusion or a manifestation of the mind, no one can distinguish between the true and the false. Therefore, the main criterion for judgment still relies on the level of martial arts.

Zhang Rongfang - Life 8 - 9, Skill: Observation of Void Power. Usable Attributes: 0

Although her face is merely delicate, her figure is entirely unlike that of a seventeen-year-old girl

It seems that she does not recognize the person in front of her at all; it is the unfamiliar young Taoist whom she had saved once before.

Situ Nan has fair skin and a pleasant appearance, with a calm and composed personality. She approaches her work with seriousness and meticulousness. Most importantly, her family is wealthy and has established numerous connections.

Going out for a meal and a walk, the latter quietly follows, completely inconspicuous

This great spirit, born as a fourth-class barbarian, is destined only for menial labor. Furthermore, as a descendant of Confucian scholars, he faces even greater discrimination. In the future, even if he possesses talents in other areas, he will still be relegated to low-level work

Zhang Rongfang - Life 9 - 9, Skill: Observation of Virtual Power. Usable Attributes: 1

But now there are still people around him; if he adds attributes and his body shows abnormalities, it would be discovered by others, resulting in more harm than good

From today onwards, I will follow the master's wishes and will always be with you, Senior Sister. I hope you can forgive me.

Such disciples, who are well-provided for, cause little trouble, and are pleasing to the eye, are favored by many masters.

Hmm. Zhang Rongfang nodded, as he shared the same sentiment.

In this way, under such a system, Qinghe Palace and even the entire Daoism, the vast majority of the higher echelons, are likely to be martial cultivators

In the blink of an eye, another month has passed

"Hmm, keep your distance from me, just do not interfere with me," Xiao Qingying said bluntly.

The disciples' quarters for the practitioners are located right next to the quarters for the miscellaneous disciples, and both are situated in the same area

If one is fortunate, it is possible to exchange and obtain a wealth of useful information and secrets

"There is a gathering in a while at Shangde Garden, let's go together. It is for the disciples who have recently been promoted in the past few months," invited Situ Nan.

The disciple must ascend, and only then can they be formally accepted by the master into the fold, becoming a true inheritor of the teachings

As a result, he may face many restrictions in the future regarding his status in the registry

Originally, he intended to pursue a path of nationality, but judging from Master Xiao Rong's attitude, it seems that this route also has certain requirements regarding one's background

After much contemplation, the only way out is to first learn martial arts for self-protection. Then, by utilizing one's unique abilities, one can ensure personal safety in any endeavor.

Li Suanmei has a rough name, and her appearance is that of an ordinary person. She is the kind of girl who, when seen on the street, would not attract any attention at first glance

Aside from occasionally being summoned by Xiao Rong for inquiries, in other aspects, the food has increased to four steamed buns, one pound of meat, and unlimited vegetables per meal

"Martial arts world, rivers and lakes, do you know what they are like?" Zhang Rongfang realized in his heart and continued to ask

Are you the little Taoist priest that grandfather arranged for me

Only true disciples are qualified to possess a title, and only then can they be eligible for promotion to the rank of master

After completing the study of virtual work, around ten o'clock in the morning, he quickly found the accommodation of Xiao Qingying's disciples and waited at the door

Good

These figures are gathered in a small red pavilion, quietly discussing something.

The reason, of course, is appearance

"We are fellow townsmen, Brother Rongfang. You are now a senior brother, so you should take good care of us in the future," said Pang, smiling. His smile carried a hint of flattery.

In today's era, the Great Spirit Court's martial arts sweep across the world, with no rivals. What is the use of focusing on martial arts?

After a meal, the four individuals parted ways

Another Situ Nan is similar; the difference from Li Suanmei lies in the fact that her family is wealthy, and her name was given by a down-and-out scholar whom they paid to name her.

In addition to him, there are two other servant disciples.

He thought for a moment

While he was following Xiao Qingying, he was also contemplating where his future path truly lay

The Great Spirit is powerful, as I have heard from my master. Our Qinghe Palace is affiliated with the Daoist teachings, and we certainly have our rivals. Not to mention the other sects in the martial world, even the nearby Bailin Temple often sends people to provoke us. Additionally, there are wandering monks, notorious criminals, and highway robbers passing through, all of whom require vigilance.

Along the way, the servant disciples encountered by the two individuals all lowered their heads to avoid eye contact and took the initiative to bow.

He glanced around and noticed the gazes of the surrounding servant disciples, most of which were filled with envy, interspersed with a hint of concealed jealousy.

As the days went by, Xiao Qingying gradually began to treat him as if he did not exist

Becoming Xiao Qingying's follower, life has been quite good

"Hey, I heard that you really became a disciple of cultivation?" Pang Pangzi said as he set down his food tray and plopped down opposite Zhang Rongfang.

At this moment, she was wearing a white, form-fitting Daoist robe, standing at a height of about 1.5 meters, with an exceptionally full curve at her chest. Coupled with her well-maintained appearance, her skin was fair and delicate, resembling milk

Zhang Rongfang said no more, merely following silently behind Xiao Qingying as she left, maintaining a distance of about five meters between them

Observing the concept of virtual work, one can cultivate regardless of whether walking, sitting, or lying down; it is a state of mental visualization. Initially, the difficulty is not great

Zhang Rongfang understood in his heart

"How did you come here?" Zhang Rongfang raised his head and nodded at the three, as a form of greeting

The hierarchy of the great spirit is strict, the social system is harsh, and the military power is extremely strong. His status as a fourth-class barbarian, combined with his Confucian family background, will make it very difficult for him to pursue any future endeavors.

This is the easiest and also the most intuitive way to assess the high and low.

I do not know either, but now the Buddhist Master Damil oversees the martial arts world, and apart from the black and red lists, no one dares to act recklessly. These matters are likely only known to those disciples of martial cultivation. Alright, we have arrived.

Because there is no specific standard for the cultivation of literary skills, it is difficult to define an individual's level of attainment, thus one can only rely on martial skills

Additionally, Situ has also been promoted. He is now working in the library and has taken the librarian in charge of managing the library as his master.

Zhang Rongfang seemed to have gained some insight

Zhang Rongfang, without any surprises, among the four of them, the one most likely to be promoted is actually Situ Nan

Zhang Rongfang is also pleased to have much more time for himself, allowing him to practice and become familiar with the concept of virtual work at any time.

As long as it can be manifested, there is hope

His cheeks gradually took on a rosy hue, and his skin appeared more radiant than before