Chapter Seven, the Incomplete First-Order Spell Jade Tablet

Apart from novices like Zhao Shoushou, who are at the first level of Qi training and possess some wealth, the remaining seven spells did not hold much appeal. Soon, the bustling crowd had dispersed, and some loose cultivators who had the intention to purchase found themselves unable to do so due to their already depleted and empty pockets

Two low-grade spirit stones are enough to lose even your pants; even a very worn-out jade slip would cost at least five low-grade spirit stones. Are you trying to fool everyone, little one

First-tier lower grade: Water Wall Technique, Water Arrow Technique, Water Treading Technique, Water Curtain Technique, Water Walking Technique; First-tier middle grade: Spring Rain Technique, Water Spiral Technique. Among these spells, all but two that overlap with the "Ripple Skill" are urgently needed by Zhao Shoushou.

First-grade low-grade spiritual herb seedlings and seeds, twenty pieces of low-grade spiritual stones, as long as they are cultivated for one hundred years, they can be sold at a profit of one hundred times the high price, with guaranteed profit and no loss

The small stall is filled with jade slips, including "Introduction to First-Order Spiritual Materials," "Complete Guide to First-Order Spiritual Herbs," "Distribution Map of the Tang Dynasty Market," "Complete Guide to First-Order Five Elements Spells," "Introduction to the Five Major Sects and Ten Prominent Families," "The Most Untouchable Cultivators in the Cultivation World," and "The Ten Great Demons of the Cultivation World," with each jade slip accompanied by a descriptive note.

In fact, what he values more in his heart is the complete compendium of water attribute spells, as the "Ripple Technique" only records two first-tier inferior spells: the Water Treading Technique and the Water Arrow Technique. If he cannot learn other spells, it would mean that before reaching the third level of Qi training, he would have only these two most basic protective divine abilities.

Zhao Shoushou is certainly not the only one looking for a bargain. Soon, layers of scattered cultivators surrounded the vendor, making it impossible for anyone to pass through. Some of the more impatient individuals were inquiring without reservation, asserting that one gets what one pays for, and since the prices were so low, there must be some trickery involved. As a qualified scattered cultivator, who finds it more difficult to earn spirit stones than to spend them, one would certainly dig deep to uncover the reasons behind this.

The Purple Jade Mountain Range is a majestic mountain range located in the eastern part of Xianzhou, approximately three days' journey from Cormorant County. It is home to a large number of first-tier, low-grade spiritual herbs and first-tier, low-grade demon beasts. The danger level is not particularly high, and if one is fortunate, the rewards can be substantial, making it a preferred destination for many Qi Refining period loose cultivators. Once he advances to the second layer of Qi Refining, he will undoubtedly venture there to explore.

As a practitioner who has successfully passed the novice phase and is a qualified local native, Zhao Shoushou is completely indifferent to the bustling calls of vendors at m.hetushucom.com, exuding a sense of nonchalance as if he were walking through a garden of flowers without a single petal touching him. His goal is to reach several stalls in another corner that specialize in selling various jade slips

As time passes, the quarterly gathering at Cormorant Lake has become increasingly prosperous, showcasing a variety of vendors that open one's eyes to new experiences. There are offerings of gambling stones, sales of spiritual herb seeds, and ancient treasures seemingly picked up from nowhere, among others. Of course, most of these are scams, specifically targeting inexperienced individuals. During my first serendipitous visit to the Cormorant Lake gathering, I was deceived by these merchants and lost the only low-grade spiritual stone I had painstakingly acquired.

Whether it is a comprehensive guide to water attribute spells or an introduction to spiritual materials and herbs, all of these are basic knowledge, typically taught freely from a young age within certain sects or families. Unfortunately, for a wandering cultivator who has stumbled into the path of cultivation with nothing to their name, this information is invaluable. They must spend their already limited spiritual stones to purchase and study it diligently, only to grasp a superficial understanding.

The complete collection of Five Elements spells requires 20 low-grade spirit stones, while the lowest price for a standalone water attribute spell collection is 7 low-grade spirit stones. The Cormorant Lake is located inland, where various resource minerals are scarce, and the first-tier spirit material collection is of no use. Instead, the first-tier spirit herb collection is more suitable for the Ziyu Mountain Range. Zhao Shoushou pondered for a while, finding it difficult to make a decision.

Take a stroll and take a look, the complete collection of Five Elements Spells is available for just 2 low-grade spirit stones per jade slip, you must not miss it as you pass by. At that moment, a rather youthful voice entered his ears, instantly capturing Zhao Shoushou's attention. If it weren't for his financial constraints, with only 3 low-grade spirit stones left, he would never have been willing to give up the spell collection.

Zhao Shoushou's only three low-grade spirit stones are insufficient to purchase any of them. In a regular shop, each item is priced above 5 low-grade spirit stones. However, for some scattered cultivators with slightly higher cultivation levels, they do not mind selling these already ineffective inheritance jade slips at a low price

A low-grade spirit stone cannot lead to losses, a low-grade spirit stone cannot lead to being deceived, all of which come from the spirit mine currently being excavated. Purchasing a low-grade spirit stone to buy a large stone, if you can successfully open the stone on the spot, it is a gain

"Greetings, fellow cultivator. May I have the honor of viewing the introduction to the water attribute jade slip?" Zhao Shoushou approached with a smile, for this incomplete compendium of spells seemed tailor-made for him.

You may view the outline, but fellow cultivator, please do not attempt to break the seal of the jade slip. The inexperienced stall owner readily agreed, and the so-called seal is merely a basic illusion set up using spiritual power.

The Complete Guide to the Five Elements Spells was passed down by the master. The reason for its low price is that some of its content was lost due to an accident several years ago. Currently, there are only five low-grade first-tier spells and two medium-grade first-tier spells available. If any fellow cultivators are interested in purchasing, they may come to negotiate, the young-looking cultivator explained in a soft voice.

Zhao Shoushou has long yearned for the defensive spell that he admires most, which is the only one of its kind among the low-grade water attribute spells at the first level: the "Water Wall Technique." This spell allows the user to manipulate the surrounding water flow to form a wall that can block enemy attacks. It is also the first spell he intends to learn after advancing to the second layer of Qi training.

The complete compendium of first-level spells consists of three tiers with a total of fifteen spells. Here, only seven beginner-level spells remain, and two low-grade spirit stones can be considered fair. Unfortunately, they hold no value for me.

For a solitary cultivator facing extremely harsh survival conditions, the experiences of harvesting spiritual herbs, slaying demonic beasts, and engaging in battles are all indispensable processes, akin to a *manual*. To survive in the brutal world of cultivation, one's own cultivation level and combat power are always of utmost importance. If given the opportunity, his first choice would undoubtedly be a comprehensive collection of water attribute spells

Esteemed friends, please pause for a moment; the viewing is free of charge. Treasures from the ancient secret vault, choose any spirit stone you like.

First-order low-grade spells are merely embellishments, having little effect and limited power. Fellow friends, it is better for you to disperse now

The first to catch the eye are the five elemental attribute introductory techniques that are most widely spread in the cultivation world: "Earthly Origin Decision," "Sharp Metal Decision," "Blazing Fire Decision," "Ripple Technique," and "Ten Thousand Trees Growth Method." Among them, the water attribute technique "Ripple Technique" is particularly noteworthy. Each book is priced at 8 low-grade spirit stones, and each technique comes with corresponding spells, which are far superior to the technique currently being cultivated by Zhao Shoushou.

Why is this fellow practitioner's spellbook so inexpensive? Could it possibly be stolen goods of unclear origin

This fully illustrates the truth that knowledge is wealth. In the realm of self-cultivation, apart from a few fortunate individuals with mentors, the majority are like Zhao Shoushou, who start from scratch and struggle. Any bit of knowledge and experience comes at a considerable cost.