Chapter 2
As she gently lifted her chin, she hummed, "What more is there to say? Of course, I agree." After saying this, she placed one hand on the boy's shoulder and swiftly darted out the door.
Upon seeing the name Ye Zhendong, Mu Mu was momentarily taken aback. He recognized Ye Zhendong as the legendary Saint Lord, the other male figure apart from himself in the Immortal Sound Sect. It was precisely because of Ye Zhendong's existence that he believed the notion that the sect's methods were only suitable for female practitioners was nonsense. Since all Saints are male, how could there possibly be no cultivation techniques suitable for male practitioners?
The opening of this book surprisingly features annotations by the Holy Lord, indicating that the Holy Lord has indeed practiced the teachings within. Upon realizing this, Mu Mu couldn't help but feel invigorated. The Holy Lord is a figure of immense greatness in his eyes. It is said that during the final battle, the Holy Lord, alongside the founding patriarch and the guardian deity, confronted the malevolent gods and demons. The two sides clashed for hundreds of days and nights. In the end, the Holy Lord unleashed the super invincible ultimate technique, the Invincible Fire Wheel, injuring the malevolent gods and demons. Unwilling to accept defeat, the malevolent gods and demons resorted to the most vicious technique in history, "Die Together," attempting to destroy the Earth. To prevent the annihilation of the Earth at the hands of the malevolent gods and demons, the Holy Lord resolutely joined forces with the two companions to suppress the terrifying power of "Die Together," ultimately perishing alongside the malevolent gods and demons, thereby saving the entire Earth.
Mu Mu's eyes widened and his mouth gaped open, drooling uncontrollably, appearing utterly dazed. How astonishing is this? A house has been built just like that, and it is even suspended in mid-air. Just by carving a few lines on that stone, it won't fall down. This is simply unbelievable. Is magic really this incredible? By uttering a few incantations, the stones can move on their own and even assemble into a house. ... Just by carving a few lines on that stone, it won't fall down. This is simply unbelievable. Is magic really this incredible? By uttering a few incantations, the stones can move on their own and even assemble into a house. ... This is just too ... ... too ... ... Mu Mu believes he must be dreaming. Although he knows that magic can enable one to fly and escape, and to vanquish demons, he never imagined that magic could also be used for construction.
Mu Mu tilted his head and thought for a moment, then shook his head and said honestly: "I don't understand"
The so-called formation is, in essence, a structure that aligns with the fundamental principles of heaven and earth, the transformations of all things, the trajectories of the universe, and the changes of the stars. As long as the structure resonates with these changes, it can harness the energy of heaven and earth, the power of the universe for its own use, turning over and over, traversing thousands of miles, and achieving the impossible.
Mu Mu lay in the house on the suspended platform, holding the thick book that Ru Yue had left for him. The pages were inscribed with the title: "Heavenly Secrets and Mysterious Techniques: The Array Chapter." The jade eye scroll that Ye Zhendong had left for Li Xuan was merely a small piece, yet it had been printed into a book of over 1,000 pages. Although it was made of paper as thin as cicada wings, its thickness was nearly comparable to that of an Oxford dictionary. However, at this moment, Mu Mu had no inclination to read; his mind was preoccupied with thoughts of his master, and he silently pondered: Is the master I have chosen truly wise? Remembering Ru Yue's quirky personality and her appearance, Mu Mu began to doubt whether he could learn profound spells from her.
After making up her mind, Mu Mu calmed down and casually opened the secret technique of Tianji in her hands to read
Thus, the first male disciple of the Xianyin Sect has settled on the suspended platform beside the sect since its founding, while his master, Koyue, has been absent for a long period thereafter
Mumu was dumbfounded, and it took him several calls from Ruyue before he finally reacted. With a confused expression, he looked at Ruyue and asked, "Master, am I not dreaming?"
The boy replied earnestly, "Yes, Master of the Door."
Upon hearing this, Mu Mu's spirit was invigorated. After enduring countless hardships to come to Tianlai Peak to seek a master and learn the arts, he had almost lost hope of acquiring profound spells. Unexpectedly, he encountered his master, Ruyue, who had a penchant for whimsical teachings, and on the very first day of his initiation, she was ready to teach him spells. This was simply beyond his expectations and filled him with joy. He quickly gathered his full attention, focusing intently on every movement of Ruyue, fearing that he might miss any crucial detail. He quickly gathered his full attention, focusing intently on every movement of Ruyue, fearing that he might miss any crucial detail.
Mu Mu scratched his head and thought to himself: "Is there?"
Ruyue suddenly stamped her foot in anger: "You are really stupid, how can you not understand something so simple? It drives me crazy." But where is the stupidity in that? Even a genius with an IQ of 720 would not grasp it immediately. Good students also need good teachers; someone like Ruyue is definitely not a good teacher. Mumu also thought to himself, feeling wronged: "How am I the stupid one? It’s you who is truly stupid, right?" However, he dared not say such words to Ruyue.
"I poke, I poke, yet it still doesn't work." Mu Mu looked curiously at her own fingertips, then at Ruyue's fingertips. The technique and posture were absolutely correct; how could it be ineffective?
Oh," Mu Mu responded absentmindedly, yet felt increasingly anxious about whether this decision was wise.
My name is Mu Mu, the boy hesitated for a moment before speaking
Liu Yue found herself both amused and exasperated in the reception room, thinking that Ru Yue was truly a carefree master, having taken on a disciple but leaving them unattended within a day. There was no sense of responsibility as a teacher at all. Shaking her head, Liu Yue walked out of the reception room and approached Mu Mu, saying, "Mu Mu, great-uncle, don't worry. Ru Yue will return to teach you after she finishes her practice." Ru Yue's status was astonishingly high; although this disciple was very young and knew nothing, most members of the Xianyin Sect would probably have to address him as great-uncle or even great-great-uncle. The Xianyin Sect places great importance on hierarchy; although Liu Yue regarded Mu Mu as a pitiable little brother, she would never dare to be ambiguous in terms of address.
"So foolish, the name Mu Mu is truly fitting, just like a piece of wood," Kisaragi scolded angrily. In fact, it was not foolishness; such an advanced spell as the Qi Sword could not be unleashed without profound magical power. Kisaragi was only focused on teaching him the method, yet did not impart the foundational mindset for cultivation, which was indeed strange.
With one hand forming a sword gesture in front of her chest, and the other hand's index and middle fingers together pointing towards the left mountain wall, a beam of blue light emerged. However, this time it did not shoot towards the mountain wall, but instead flickered uncertainly at her fingertips. Ru Yue looked at Mu Mu and said: "Look, this is the Qi Sword, do you see it? Just like this, like this, and again like this." As she spoke, she demonstrated the sword gesture once more. Mu Mu imitated Ru Yue's movements, forming the sword gesture with one hand while the other hand's index and middle fingers pointed towards the mountain wall. Ru Yue observed Mu Mu and reiterated: "Look, this is the Qi Sword, do you see it? Just like this, like this, and again like this." She demonstrated the sword gesture again. Mu Mu followed Ru Yue's example, forming the sword gesture with one hand while the other hand's index and middle fingers pointed towards the mountain wall. However, no matter how he pointed, no Qi energy emerged.
Only then did Ruyue, with one hand forming a sword gesture in front of her chest, extend her other hand with the index and middle fingers together, pointing towards the left mountain wall. A beam of blue light shot from Ruyue's hand, piercing into the mountain wall. With a gentle circular motion of the hand that pointed at the wall, a large stone with a diameter of over ten meters was instantly severed from it.
"Mumu," Kisaragi was momentarily taken aback, but soon covered her mouth and burst into laughter. "Mumu, you really resemble yourself, haha, like a piece of wood."
Seeing the boy's astonished expression, Xiyue proudly puffed out her chest and said, "How about that? Impressive, right?"
Liu Yue sat in the reception room with the little boy when Ru Yue suddenly appeared before them without any warning, hands on her hips, smiling proudly. Upon seeing Ru Yue's expression, Liu Yue knew everything had gone smoothly, but she couldn't help but ask: "Ru Yue, Master Ancestor, how is the situation? Did the Master and the Elders agree?" After all, establishing a new sect was unprecedented for the Xianyin Sect, and no matter how much the Master and the Elders favored Ru Yue, it seemed unlikely. However, she had underestimated Ru Yue's ability to act cute. Yet, she still couldn't resist asking: "Ru Yue, Master Ancestor, how is the situation? Did the Master and the Elders agree?" After all, establishing a new sect was unprecedented for the Xianyin Sect, and no matter how much the Master and the Elders favored Ru Yue, it seemed unlikely. However, she had underestimated Ru Yue's ability to act cute.
"Oh dear, you are so foolish, you can't even manage something so simple. Look at me, like this, like this, and then like this." Kisaragi demonstrated once more, and a beam of green energy shot towards the mountain wall. Instantly, a small hole was pierced into the wall.
Indeed, before the lesson was even halfway through, Ruyue suddenly remembered that she needed to cultivate, casually tossed aside a book, and vanished without a trace. At this point, Mumu could no longer contain his complete disappointment. If it weren't for Liu Yue comforting him by saying that Ruyue would return soon, he might have just decided to leave it all behind.
With a long sigh, I shook my head to dispel these annoying thoughts. Regardless of everything, I have finally succeeded in becoming a disciple, and my efforts have not been in vain. For now, I will settle down here and think of ways to move forward later. According to Liu Yue, I am the first disciple of Ruyue, which gives me a surprisingly high status; even the third-generation disciples must address me as 'Shishu.' All third-generation disciples of the Xianyin Sect are exceptionally skilled in their arts. At that time, I can use my status to command those junior disciples to teach me their techniques, and I will be able to cultivate, right? Even if they are unwilling, Liu Yue should be willing. Just by seeing how she treated the wounds I got from climbing, I know her magical abilities are not lacking. Learning from someone like her would be quite beneficial.
Oh no. It seems that Kisaragi suddenly jumped up as if she had thought of something important related to the book. Mumu was startled, but then heard Kisaragi say: "Oh no, I forgot to practice. I can’t teach you anymore." After saying this, she took out a thick book from her bosom and placed it in Mumu's hands, instructing: "You should study the contents of the book by yourself for now. I will come back to teach you after I finish my practice." With that, she vanished before Mumu's eyes, leaving Mumu alone, holding the thick book, at a loss in the biting cold wind.
The large stone that had been cut seemed to be gently moved in front of Ruyue by an invisible pair of hands. Mumu, standing behind Ruyue, instinctively took a step back as the stone, with a diameter of several meters, hovered in front of him. The sheer sense of pressure was astonishing; who knew if Ruyue might accidentally lose control and let the stone fall, crushing him. However, just thinking about Ruying still standing in front of him gave Mumu a bit of reassurance. Mumu, standing behind Ruyue, instinctively took a step back as the stone, with a diameter of several meters, hovered in front of him. The sheer sense of pressure was astonishing; who knew if Ruyue might accidentally lose control and let the stone fall, crushing him. However, just thinking about Ruying still standing in front of him gave Mumu a bit of reassurance.
The boy quickly shook his head to indicate that he would not.
As Ruyue pointed at the relatively flat surface of the large stone, she began to sketch in the air. With each of Ruyue's movements, streaks of blue light illuminated the area. After the blue light faded, numerous half-inch deep grooves were etched into the flat surface, forming a peculiar pattern. When Ruyue completed the final stroke of the virtual carving, the entire pattern lit up, emitting a soft yellow glow. After the glow subsided, Ruyue withdrew her hand, yet the entire large stone remained steadily suspended in the air
"Wow," Mu Mu exclaimed in astonishment. The stone wall was so solid, yet it was sliced away like tofu by Ru Yue. It was no wonder that Mu Mu was left in shock.
As Ruoyue looked at the suspended large stone, she nodded in satisfaction. Then, with a single hand, she pushed lightly, and the stone slowly moved to the edge of the cliff, with the side engraved with patterns facing up, level with the platform at the entrance. Instantly, it became a floating platform suspended above the peak. Ruoyue then formed a hand seal, pointed at the platform, and her lips moved rapidly, chanting an unknown incantation. The stones on the platform began to wriggle, rising automatically piece by piece, and in the blink of an eye, they formed a stone house that closely resembled the architectural style of the Xianyin Sect. She continued to form the hand seal, pointed at the platform, and her lips moved rapidly again, chanting an unknown incantation. The stones on the platform wriggled once more, rising automatically piece by piece, and in an instant, they formed a stone house that closely resembled the architectural style of the Xianyin Sect. A bridge was also constructed between the cliff top and the suspended platform.
"Why isn't it working, Master?" Mu Mu asked Ru Yue with a distressed expression. After trying dozens of times, he still couldn't release any energy.
Mu Mu shook his head to indicate that he did not know
Mu Mu was momentarily taken aback; he could not understand how anyone could reside in the void above the abyss. However, thinking of the profound magical abilities of the Moonlit, he believed there must be a way. Thus, he responded, "Yes, Sect Leader."
Liu Yue stood in the reception room, watching two children at the door engaged in a serious back-and-forth conversation. She shook her head, feeling a bittersweet smile form within her. One was a little girl several hundred years old, and the other was a boy as stubborn as a rock. This combination made her wonder what kind of trouble they would stir up next. However, Liu Yue did not expect that this half-joking mischief by Koyue would eventually lead to the establishment of the Koyue Sect, which would surpass the Xianyin Sect to become the number one sect in the world, and also give rise to an unprecedented master of techniques.
From now on, you will be a disciple of my Ruyue Sect. You should call me... just call me the Sect Master. Hehe, Sect Master. Hmm, you must strictly adhere to the sect rules, do you understand!" Ruyue tilted her little head and said with a giggle, her expression not at all like that of a sect leader, but rather like a little girl playing house.
The formation is... the formation is... Now it was Ruyue's turn to be at a loss. The formation Ruyue was referring to was the one that Ye Zhendong had given to Li Xuan on the jade-eyed scroll. Although she understood how to set up many formations, she could not articulate what a formation truly was. In fact, Ye Zhendong had introduced the concept of formations in the preface of the formation chapter he left for the Xianyin Sect, but Ruyue's temperament at that time did not allow her to focus on such tedious material. Therefore, she had no idea what the meaning of formations was. Fortunately, Ruyue was clever; when she couldn't recall, she used "The formation is the kind of pattern I just drew on the stone" to deflect the question. In fact, Ye Zhendong had introduced the concept of formations in the preface of the formation chapter he left for the Xianyin Sect, but Ruyue's temperament at that time did not allow her to focus on such tedious material. Therefore, she had no idea what the meaning of formations was. Fortunately, Ruyue was clever; when she couldn't recall, she used "The formation is the kind of pattern I just drew on the stone" to deflect the question.
Mu Mu nodded to indicate that he saw
"By the way, what is your name?" After all this time, even having taken on a disciple, I still do not know their name
From now on, you will live here," Kisaragi said, pointing to the bottomless abyss outside the platform at the entrance
The residence for Mu Mu has already been arranged by Ru Yue. It is located in this Sky Pavilion. Liu Yue, who is accustomed to reception work, went to the Internal Affairs Department to request a bedding set for Mu Mu and also arranged a meal for him in the cafeteria. He is merely a mortal, and some daily necessities and three meals are still essential. Fortunately, Liu Yue is there to assist with the arrangements; otherwise, if Ru Yue, the troublesome one, were to handle it, Mu Mu would either freeze to death or starve.
Mu Mu nodded in a way that suggested a partial understanding
"Look here." Ruyue slowly opened her arms, signaling Mumu to pay attention. Mumu quickly responded, her eyes fixed on Ruyue's movements without blinking.
The boy was so astonished that his mouth fell open, unable to utter a word, and in the blink of an eye, the place changed. Such magic is truly remarkable
Mu Mu subconsciously pinched his big toe, and the sharp pain from his foot made him realize that he was not dreaming. Once he understood that this was not a dream, he immediately became excited and said, "This is amazing, Master, please teach me, I want to learn"
Forget it, let me teach you this instead. Did you see the pattern I drew on the stone
The Holy Lord is truly magnificent; even the Holy Lord has practiced the teachings of this book. Therefore, it is essential for oneself to practice as well, for one might become a person as great as the Holy Lord someday. With this thought in mind, Mu Mu could no longer afford to daydream and began to study the book attentively.
The rules of the Xianyin Sect are... ... are... ..." Kisaragi rested her chin on her hand and pondered deeply. She had never adhered to any sect rules, so how could she remember such things? After thinking for a long time, she finally said in frustration: "I can't remember. Let Liu Yue tell you later. However, I must add one more rule: you cannot enter the library courtyard. It is filled with girls, and if you sneak in, they will think you are a pervert and catch you. If that happens, I will spank you." Kisaragi said sternly. For her, a spanking was a serious punishment; when she misbehaved in the past, her master would always spank her.
That is called a formation, a formation. Do you know what it is?
After enduring countless hardships and risking his life to traverse the mountain path resembling a heavenly ladder to arrive here, his sole purpose was to learn profound spells. Although he was aware that the Xianyin Sect had never accepted male disciples, he believed that as the foremost sect in the world, the Xianyin Sect possessed the most profound and authentic cultivation methods. If he was to learn, he wanted to learn from the best, so despite knowing that the Xianyin Sect did not accept male disciples, he decided to give it a try. Mumu was a very stubborn person; once he made a decision, he was determined to see it through. After climbing that heavenly ladder-like mountain path, he even managed to kneel at the entrance for three days and nights, enduring the drying winds of the mountain without losing heart. Ultimately, he was accepted by the Xianyin Sect, and he heard from Liu Yue that his master, Ruyue, was the highest-ranking elder in the entire sect. Upon hearing this news, he was almost overwhelmed with excitement, but after witnessing Ruyue's method of teaching spells, Mumu could not help but feel disappointed. This was hardly what he imagined a master to be; she was even more childish than he was. No matter how high her cultivation level was, with her teaching methods, even if he were ten times smarter, he feared he would not be able to learn.
"Yes, Master of the Door," the boy replied, his mouth moving as if he wanted to ask something. However, Koyue had already continued speaking to herself.
Do you understand? asked Ruyue
Ruyue was very pleased with Mumu's appearance, nodding and saying: "Now I will teach you the spell, you must pay close attention."
"Hehe. Need I say more? The master is certainly impressive. Come, let me teach you." Kisaragi shook his head with satisfaction and began to explain to Mumu.
Of course, it's not a dream. Impressive, right? Hehe," Kisaragi said with a proud smile.
Ruyue had never experienced such attention from anyone before, and she couldn't help but feel excited, thinking that taking on a disciple was indeed enjoyable. Among the last eight disciples of the Xianyin Sect, Ruyue had never taken on a disciple because she often secluded herself and had no time to teach. Moreover, given her temperament, it would be unusual for her to settle down and teach a disciple. Today, on a whim, she accepted Mumu as her disciple purely for fun, and now to teach Mumu spells was completely absurd. It is important to know that without profound magical power to support it, even the most advanced spells are useless. However, Ruyue was not concerned about such matters. After all, her senior sister had said that she could do as she pleased, and she could teach however she wanted.
The boy nodded eagerly in response: "Impressive." Just the thought of learning such a magical spell made him feel excited.
We are a subordinate sect of the Xianyin School, so we must also adhere to the rules of the Xianyin School, do you understand