I Outworked the Entire Cultivation World

Chapter 57: Chapter 47: Letter

Yuebai, my sister, Yuzhan:

Seeing this letter is like meeting you in person, I open it with a smile.

Regarding the Lifespan Extension Pill, do not worry, I have entrusted the elders of the clan and we should have a response soon.

Thinking of the tedium of cultivation, here’s a bit of an amusing incident to share.

Xie Jingshan, favored by the Supreme Elder’s insight into destiny, the red birthmark on his palm is a mark from a past life. Jingshan prides himself and boasts that he is the reincarnation of an Ancient Sword Immortal, this drew the interest of True Monarch Cang Huo who wants to take him as a disciple.

Following the orders of True Monarch Cang Huo, Yuu Qiuqi from the Yuu Family single-handedly ascended Heavenly Sword Peak, with the Thirty-Six Weapons of the Hundred Treasures Box, she challenged seven Foundation Establishment Sword Dao disciples single-handedly, held her ground, and displayed unparalleled grace.

Jingshan was stunned, tied up, and taken away. He hasn’t been seen for five days.

Sword Lord Guanghan was upset, ordering his senior disciple Fang Yuxing to ascend Heavenly Hero Peak; he hasn’t set out, and the Sect Master is furious.

Commanding True Monarch Fuyi to lock both True Monarchs in an Array, they cannot exit unless they work together.

Nanzhi lacks eloquence, words fail to express meaning; hope we can meet and chat through the night.

The spring cold is harsh, take good care of yourself and I wish you well; eagerly awaiting your reply.

Respectfully, Nanzhi

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Respected Senior Sister Nanzhi:

I have received your letter and read it several times with much joy.

Xie Jingshan has a Single Fire Spiritual Root, it seems fitting for him to apprentice under True Monarch Cang Huo, yet I still wonder why Sword Lord Guanghan, with Gold Ice Dual Spiritual Roots, would take on a disciple with a Fire Spiritual Root.

It’s a pity that True Monarch Cang Huo practices Flame Divine Power and is not a Sword Cultivator, Jingshan would definitely not apprentice under him.

I once met Master Yuu Qiuqi, her heroic demeanor, and how she and Ancient Spring Master together vanquished the Drought Demon is truly admirable.

Now single-handedly defeating seven Sword Cultivators must have been a magnificent sight; it’s such a shame I couldn’t witness it.

Thinking of this, I strive even harder to enter the Inner Sect early and accompany you, Senior Sister.

Please forgive my verbosity, my heart’s woes have nowhere else to be expressed, so I could only confide in you, Senior Sister, a little.

I recently learned that my grandfather’s method of life extension was using Gu to sustain his life, suffering the pain of a burning heart by midday, and yet he has to take blood to nurture the flowers.

My heart ached at this, but I cannot share the burden for my grandfather, I can only practice day and night, hoping to qualify soon as a Spiritual Cultivation Master.

Having wandered endlessly before, I’ve seen too much life and death, thinking that stepping into the Immortal Gate and cultivating longevity would prevent me from suffering the loss of loved ones.

Yet Heaven does not grant one’s wishes.

These past few days, there’s been constant grievance in my heart, begrudging the injustice of the Heavenly Dao, the longevity of the wicked, and the brevity of the good.

I’ve rambled too much, hope Senior Sister doesn’t mind.

Awaiting your reply.

Respectfully, Yuebai

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Dear Yuebai, my sister:

The east wind thaws the land, and the beautiful sun is gentle and warm.

In matters of cultivation, do not force yourself, balancing tension and relaxation is the way to swift progress.

If you have any worries in your heart, feel free to tell me. I just regret being too busy to accompany my sister, do take care of yourself.

There is happy news today, sharing it with my sister, feeling grateful towards you.

That day, while facing the Ghost Lamp, you used the Grass and Wood Technique to help turn the water curtain to ice, and I had an epiphany. After several days of cultivation and deduction, I finally understood the method of Water Transform into Ice.

Recalling you mentioned not knowing how to use Ice-Moving Spiritual Energy, I have a few insights, hoping you won’t hesitate to correct them.

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Writing in haste incomplete, please reply if you have further instructions.

Respectfully, Nanzhi

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Respected Senior Sister Nanzhi:

Your insights enlightened me, I dare not instruct, only to express gratitude for sharing and to share my understanding with you.

I use the Grass and Wood Technique to convert Ice Spiritual Energy, but I do not have an Ice Spirit Root, the Spiritual Energy has nowhere to store and dissipates quickly.

With your method of gathering Ice Seed in the Dantian, it is not suitable for my Five Elements Spirit Root.

Hence, I asked my grandfather to exchange for an Ice Arrow Technique. Upon completing the Grass and Wood Technique, I would then immediately transform the hand technique into that of the Ice Arrow Technique to consume Ice Spiritual Energy. After several attempts, it finally succeeded, giving rise to an interesting idea.

During a battle, if the opponent sees me performing the Grass and Wood Technique yet is finally struck by an Ice Arrow, how would they feel?

This method might also be applicable to other spells, such as following the Earth-Shaking Technique with the Sharpness Technique, provided you can predict the point where the opponent avoids the ground fissure, for a definite hit.

The fluctuation of illusion and reality, difficult to fathom, must be interesting.

The only problem is the lengthy time required for the hand techniques of two spells to be combined; it necessitates long-term practice to speed up.

Might there be a more concise method?

Unfortunately, Elder Lii is in seclusion, and there’s no one to consult.

I’m in an excellent mood today, experiencing a breakthrough in cultivation, and have finally advanced to the Qi Cultivation Fourth Layer.

My grandfather asked me to thank Senior Sister Lu, only then did I realize, Senior Sister, your painstaking efforts to divert my attention, for which Yuebai expresses gratitude.

Today is the start of spring, without the fortune to meet you, Senior Sister; I will surely hand-make some spring pancakes for you next time.

Thanking you once more, Senior Sister, I eagerly await your response.

Respectfully, Yuebai

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Dear Senior Sister Nanzhi:

It’s been over a month since I sent my last letter, and I am worried not to see Senior Sister’s response.

Grandfather’s health is poor, unable to go out, and as a lowly servant disciple, I am unable to access the Inner Sect grounds. Should you see this letter, Senior Sister, please reply swiftly to ease my heart.

Today, I ventured out, experiencing both joy and sorrow.

The joyous thing was the successful Foundation Establishment of Law Enforcement Hall Steward Hong Tao, who was kind to me. Upon telling my grandfather, he was moved, perhaps believing the matter of longevity could be resolved, and he could succeed in his next Foundation Establishment.

The sorrowful thing was witnessing two servant disciples getting into a conflict with an Outer Sect disciple. The Outer Sect disciple’s Magic Artifact was formidable, leaving one servant disciple dead and the other injured.

This matter was common, as it was the two servant disciples who had greedy ill intentions, leading to the Outer Sect disciple discover, thus resulting in a fight.

The Law Enforcement Hall sentenced the Outer Sect disciple to face the wall for half a year, treating the severely injured servant disciple and expelling him from the sect thereafter. He had already formed a family in the sect, with a wife and children, all being expelled likewise.

The right and wrong are clear, yet everyone only cares about Spirit Roots, saying that the Outer Sect disciple with Three Spiritual Roots and being retained by the sect was expected, while the servant family with Five Spirit Roots had no future and deserved expulsion.

The gossipers were mainly servant disciples, who sympathized with the weak and baselessly criticized the strong, not caring what the weak had done, only criticizing the aggressive nature of the Outer Sect disciple and deeming the Law Enforcement Hall’s punishment as biased.

Some were inexplicably angry and overly resentful, while others simply resigned to fate, not caring about right or wrong.

Senior Sister, don’t blame me. I don’t even know what I’m saying, just feeling blocked up inside.

Though distressed, this made me understand why grandfather never fought with Jia Wei. I once thought he was cowardly, but he might have been doing it for my sake.

Fearing I would be implicated, but he never considered I do not fear being implicated, only wishing him well.

I’ve complained too much, I hope Senior Sister forgives me, and please respond soon to put my mind at ease.

Respectfully, Yuebai

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Dear Yuebai, my sister:

Deep apologies for not responding.

The Spiritual Body was ailing, nearly fell into demonization, but was fortunately saved by the Supreme Elder, navigating out of danger.

Advised you to be relaxed in cultivation; I was greedy and adventurous, attempting to transform the Spiritual Body and nearly cut short the Immortal Path.

Now there is mixed ice in the water; the Spiritual Body is impure, the Supreme Elder was furious, and I am quite delighted.

This news came back to the Lu Clan, the Clan Leader was furious, and ordered me to return to the clan for investigation.

Fearing it will take several months, I bid you farewell first.

No need to worry, this might be a turning point in my fortune. If everything goes smoothly, I might retreat from the marriage engagement and gain my freedom.

The matters you mentioned also puzzle me.

Will have a heartfelt discussion over brewed tea in a red furnace upon my return.

Also, Jingshan sent a message that the Lifespan Extension Pill has been acquired, meet at Huaxi Valley mouth at 3:00 PM tomorrow; do not forget!

Though the letter is short, the meaning is profound. I wish my sister well.

Respectfully, Nanzhi