Chapter 56. The Archive
Lin Ya had only made some simple concealments. Without careful probing, one might not sense it.
But now, with this investigation…
Given Zhao Wuji’s cultivation level, he realized almost instantly.
His face suddenly became as colorful as a dye workshop.
In just a few days?
This Yun Jin had already reached Foundation Establishment!
Moreover, her cultivation was very stable, without any of the superficial feeling of being forcibly raised by medicinal means!
How could she, a Five Element Root, have achieved this?
Starting cultivation at the same time, Ye Danxia had reached the second level of Qi Condensation, which was already due to her Celestial Spirit Root talent.
But Yun Jin?
While others broke through a minor realm, she directly broke through a major realm!
Was this appropriate?
“Sect Leader, this token really doesn’t suit me, does it?” Yun Jin said with a smile.
Many people’s expressions changed as they looked at Yun Jin.
Anyone with higher cultivation than Yun Jin could naturally see through her true level with careful investigation.
How could they remain calm faced with this anomaly who had entered Foundation Establishment in less than ten days?
As for the extent of their shock, one could imagine from Yun Jin’s delighted expression.
Ye Danxia’s cultivation was still shallow, so she didn’t know what had happened to Yun Jin. She only knew that everyone’s expressions had changed.
Her own expression became anxious.
What exactly had happened?
Ye Danxia had a vague guess in her heart.
But she didn’t want to believe it.
She was a noble Celestial Spirit Root. Even if Yun Jin had secretly consumed some heavenly treasure, she couldn’t possibly be this far behind. It was absolutely impossible!
“Little Jin, stop being willful,” Ye Danxia stared intently at Yun Jin.
Yun Jin must just be getting cocky, not truly at Foundation Establishment.
Yun Jin blinked, and in the next moment, she suddenly unleashed her full power, exuding Foundation Establishment spiritual energy at full force.
Ye Danxia, being closest to her, was jolted. She stumbled and fell to the ground.
Ye Danxia looked at Yun Jin in disbelief.
Such overwhelming intimidation…
“Danxia, I’m sorry. I couldn’t control my strength for a moment. Did I scare you?” Yun Jin gently helped her up. “My apologies, I’ve just entered Foundation Establishment and can’t control my power well yet.”
“Danxia, if you’re unhappy, you can intimidate me back when you reach Foundation Establishment.”
As she spoke, Yun Jin suddenly looked troubled. “It’s just that your cultivation speed is really too slow, Danxia. By the time you reach Foundation Establishment, won’t I already be at Golden Core or Nascent Soul?”
Yun Jin looked at her very sincerely. “We’re good sisters, it’s not right for our cultivation to be so far apart! Could it be that the Sect Leader doesn’t know how to teach disciples well? How about this: you and your Second Senior Brother can come be my servants together. I’ll have my Master teach you, and maybe your cultivation will catch up to mine.”
Yun Jin’s teasing was utterly shameless.
The Tianxing Sect members had grown somewhat accustomed to Yun Jin’s sarcastic style. They all felt a bit sympathetic looking at Ye Danxia’s expression.
Having such a good “sister” was surely Ye Danxia’s blessing.
Ye Danxia’s lips trembled with anger. She looked pleadingly at Zhao Wuji for help.
Zhao Wuji’s expression wasn’t much better. He said coldly, “Yun Jin has indeed reached Foundation Establishment.”
With these words, it was officially confirmed.
Everyone’s gaze towards Yun Jin instantly changed!
Less than ten days!
Foundation Establishment!
Inhuman!
Yun Jin looked gratefully at Zhao Wuji.
See, see?
She’d said Zhao Wuji was a good person.
With his announcement, her emotional value began to soar again.
Earlier, her emotional value had bottomed out.
But now?
She, Yun Jin, was a rich woman again!
“Since the Sect Leader has confirmed it today, let’s change the token,” Lin Ya said with a hint of schadenfreude.
Zhao Wuji, his face black, had someone fetch a new token.
When the green token arrived, this time Yun Jin didn’t call out “Wait,” and the ceremony proceeded smoothly.
Completing the ceremony should have been a matter of course.
But for some reason, Zhao Wuji felt as if he had finally successfully passed a tribulation.
Even facing an actual tribulation might not have been as grueling as today!
Soon after, the other disciples also received their tokens and magical tools according to their different levels.
Zhao Wuji spoke slowly, “Qi Condensation disciples have one chance to choose a free Yellow-grade manual from the sect. Foundation Establishment disciples have one chance to choose both a free Yellow-grade cultivation technique and a Yellow-grade manual. Next, I will take you to the Archive. Please cherish this free opportunity. If you want to learn more manuals in the future, you’ll need to exchange sect points. Sect points are earned by completing sect missions, which are too difficult for new disciples like you.”
Yun Jin’s eyes lit up as she listened.
Oh?
A free exchange opportunity?
“If you have any questions, you can ask now,” Zhao Wuji paused before reluctantly adding.
Every batch had this segment.
But this batch… he really didn’t want to say those words.
After all, there was a Yun Jin who often spoke shockingly.
Sure enough.
As soon as he finished speaking, Yun Jin eagerly said, “Sect Leader, I have a question!”
Zhao Wuji: “…Ask.”
This time, Yun Jin wasn’t trying to be glib. She had a serious matter.
“Sect Leader, I’d like to know, since I’m already at Foundation Establishment, can I still claim the free Qi Condensation manual?”
Zhao Wuji was silent for a moment, then said, “You can. You have one chance to choose a Yellow-grade cultivation technique and two chances to choose Yellow-grade manuals.”
Yun Jin asked again, “If I don’t need the Yellow-grade cultivation technique, can I exchange it for a third chance to choose a Yellow-grade manual?”
Her Xuan Formula had already advanced to Foundation Establishment level, so she didn’t need any other techniques.
Before Zhao Wuji could speak, Lin Ya grew anxious and quickly said, “The Xuan Formula can only be used at Qi Condensation. At Foundation Establishment, you still need to change techniques.”
“I think the Xuan Formula is quite good,” Yun Jin said honestly. “After all, it’s suitable for all attributes, and I happen to have a Five Element Root.”
“But…” Lin Ya was about to say something.
Zhao Wuji laughed, “Lin Ya, your disciple has always been headstrong. In my opinion, you should let her be. Yun Jin, I’ll grant your request. You can choose three Yellow-grade manuals.”
At this moment, Zhao Wuji finally felt a bit better!
Not changing techniques, eh?
Very well.
He wanted to see just how far the worst Five Element Root and the worst Xuan Formula could go.
“Thank you, Sect Leader,” Yun Jin’s gratitude was very sincere.
With three Yellow-grade manuals, she could choose all sword technique manuals.
She could soon complete the prerequisites for the Blue Lotus Sword Technique!
Zhao Wuji had really helped her greatly this time.
Zhao Wuji smiled slightly, “The rest of the disciples may disperse. New disciples, follow me. I’ll take you to the Archive to select your manuals.”
Everyone complied.
Yue Zhao and the others looked worriedly at Yun Jin but could only leave for now.
This time, only Zhao Wuji, the ten Peak Masters, and the fifteen new disciples would go to the Archive.
AN: Dear readers, I’m setting a fixed update schedule. Starting today, there will be one chapter at 8 AM and another at 2 PM. Any changes will be announced separately.
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