Cultivation: Starting from a Mortal Bone

After Qin Yu left, only Su Xihe was in the Sect Leader’s Cave Mansion.

She gently scattered the fish food in her palm onto the surface of the pool. Each grain was crystal clear, and the spirit fish flocked to eat, stirring circles of delicate ripples. Then, she leisurely stretched her body in a big lazy pose, carrying a hint of laziness and comfort.

”Mmm!...”

It’s been so long since she felt this relaxed, both body and soul incredibly relaxed and delighted.

Right now, she need not worry about anything.

Her sister Su Xiyue had acquired a Dao Bone, so she needn’t worry about her too much. Moreover, Qin Yu’s addition was a powerful wing to the Cyan Mountain Sect.

With the two of them here, the sect will surely regain its former glory!

Wait.

Why did she lump the two of them together?!

Su Xihe lightly shook her head and didn’t think much of it, soon stepping into the yard, finding an idle hanging chair, and elegantly sitting down. The chair swayed gently with her movement, and her figure lightly swung, like willow catkins in the wind, carrying a bit of leisure and tranquility.

She retrieved an ancient text from her storage ring, her fingertips lightly touching the pages, her gaze instantly focusing on them, as if she was looking carefully and seriously, soon immersing herself, as if merging into the paper and ink, her facial expression constantly changing with the content of the book.

As the lord of the Immortal Sect governing the region, she knew well that knowledge was like a vast ocean, needing constant intake to stand undefeated.

At this moment, she seemed to be studying some profound Daoist Technique.

The book’s cover was boldly printed with — Immortal Venerable Left Me on the Right.

Hiss!...

This book, indeed remarkable.

Since she assumed the position of Sect Leader, amidst the abundance of resources, her cultivation soared like bamboo, racing to the Golden Core Peak.

However, due to only having an Upper Grade Spirit Bone, she couldn’t progress further.

By chance, this Sect Leader became enamored with such peculiar novels.

And for quite a while, these novels became her sole means of relaxation and decompression, allowing her to temporarily forget those internal and external troubles.

”Heh, this witch is truly reckless, daring to provoke in front of the Immortal Venerable, she’s humiliating herself, being trampled is only what she deserves.”

As the novel’s plot twisted and turned, she was sometimes tense, sometimes indignant, and unintentionally gave her unique insights into the bizarre storyline.

But soon after, in the darkness lurked a group of enchanting demons, joining the witch to attack the Immortal Venerable, tightening her heart involuntarily.

Though the Immortal Venerable’s mana is boundless, facing such a multitude of enchanting demons’ siege, he would probably... struggle to sustain alone?

This...

Won’t he collapse miserably here?!

Her mind unwittingly conjured the bleak image of the Immortal Venerable being toppled by the witch and enchanting demons, his ether exhausted.

At this critical juncture...

”Sect Leader, Sect Leader...”

Liu Zixiao burst in, interrupting Su Xihe’s contemplation. Her face slightly darkened, she discreetly put away the book in her hand, then turned her unsympathetic gaze to the abruptly intruding figure.

”What’s the matter?!”

As Liu Zixiao approached, Su Xihe had resumed her noble and elegant demeanor, especially those eyes flickering, even Liu Zixiao, despite being an elder, couldn’t help but shiver inwardly.

This Sect Leader’s aura was increasingly intimidating.

Indeed.

Sunk in a crucial plot point, being abruptly disturbed, Su Xihe couldn’t give her a pleasant expression if she tried!

”Could it be the Sect Leader forgot, you summoned me to come and check on Qin Yu together?”

Liu Zixiao’s face was full of confusion, and her gaze at Su Xihe carried a bit of puzzlement.

Huh?

Where’s Qin Yu?

Su Xihe’s expression instantly changed slightly.

She had forgotten this detail...

Right now, Qin Yu was probably already picking out books in the Library Pavilion.

She coughed lightly, saying, ”I’ve already told him, after the Xiyue Golden Core Banquet, we shall hold the apprenticeship banquet...”

”Is that so?”

Liu Zixiao glanced at her, suddenly edged closer, ”Sect Leader, what were you doing alone just now?”

”Naturally handling important matters!”

”It wouldn’t be... reading those strange novels again...”

”Don’t bother!”

...

Led by the maid, Qin Yu passed through layer upon layer of arrays, beholding a vast octagonal library pavilion quietly standing ahead.

This pavilion, neither gold nor jade, its material archaic and indistinguishable, lacking any splendor, yet exuding an air of enduring the ages without decay, witnessing countless trials and tribulations.

At the pinnacle of the pavilion, a plaque suspended mid-air, inscribed with the words ”Library Pavilion” in bold strokes, robust and overwhelming, as if each stroke carried the weight of mountains and rivers, making one involuntarily feel awe when gazed upon.

Below the plaque, on each side sat a white-haired elder, their expressions serene, their presence devoid of any ostentation, yet evoking the sense of facing majestic mountains.

Qin Yu merely cast a quick glance at the two before swiftly lowering his gaze, not daring to show any offense.

Within the Library Pavilion, this crucial place of the Immortal Sect, the guardians wouldn’t be ordinary folks?

”Two Dharma Protectors, acting on the Sect Leader’s command, escorting the newly admitted core disciple Qin Yu to select a suitable cultivation technique.”

The maid’s words were respectful and courteous, presenting the token to indicate her identity.

The token revealed, with the Sect Leader’s imprint shimmering brightly, prompting the two elders to slowly open their eyes.

Having verified the token, Qin Yu distinctly felt two horrifying Divine Senses sweep over his entire body.

”Enter, remember, you may stay for only one hour, do not exceed the time.” The elder’s voice was steady and carried undeniable authority.

”Yes.”

Qin Yu respectfully bowed, then proceeded with the token into the Library Pavilion.

The maid did not follow inside; she was unable to enter.

”Is this the Library Pavilion of the Immortal Sect? It truly lives up to its name, parchment books filling the racks, cultivation techniques everywhere.”

At first glance from the outside, the Library Pavilion seemed unremarkable, but once inside, it felt like another world.

Looking around, the walls and the spaces between bookshelves were filled with jades scrolls and books, casually yet systematically placed, giving Qin Yu the sensation of being overwhelmed.

Having enough time, Qin Yu didn’t rush to the third floor but prepared to first select a cultivation technique for his teacher’s wife on the first floor.

He casually picked up a cultivation technique book and gently opened it.

”Lower mortal grade, not suitable for the teacher’s wife...”

Following that, Qin Yu examined several books, none to his satisfaction.

Clearly, the first floor was likely all mortal techniques.

”Huh, why is there dust in the Library Pavilion?”

Walking to one corner, Qin Yu unexpectedly found that a row of bookshelves was lightly covered in dust, evidently stored here for a long time without being checked.

Qin Yu felt puzzled; though a corner, going around it should still be visible; why would it be neglected?

Curious, he went forward and randomly picked up a book.

”Yin Yang Secret Technique”

”Hiss...”

”The Immortal Sect’s Library Pavilion has such a peculiar book?!”

Just glancing at the title, Qin Yu’s eyes immediately widened.

No wonder it was neglected. Apparently, it’s not a cultivation technique, but...

some extraordinary knowledge!