SWNOVELXO Chapter 58. Deriving Techniques
“Please guide me, Elder Ming,” Yun Jin said, bowing respectfully before reciting the Foundation Establishment Xuan Formula derived by the system.
Those watching outside: “…”
How to put it? Though they couldn’t hear anything specific, seeing Yun Jin’s pretentious act and Elder Ming’s satisfied expression was truly infuriating.
Zhao Wuji’s face was especially dark.
He knew Elder Ming’s personality. Someone as unruly as Yun Jin surely wouldn’t impress him.
Danxia, on the other hand, was obedient and adorable. She should be the type of disciple Elder Ming liked best.
Unexpectedly!
This Yun Jin, like her Eldest Senior Brother, excelled at putting on an act if nothing else!
Zhao Wuji wanted to rush over and tell Elder Ming not to be deceived, that this girl wasn’t really like this at all!
But given Elder Ming’s personality, he probably wouldn’t believe it and might even think the person saying it was petty.
Zhao Wuji could only grit his teeth and endure.
Just wait.
Yun Jin’s true nature was like that. He didn’t believe she could keep up the act forever.
Never mind the long term.
Just look at now.
She had the audacity to claim she’d derived a Foundation Establishment technique.
Elder Ming hated people who made grand claims. He’d probably see through Yun Jin’s true nature soon.
Zhao Wuji stared at the two, waiting for Elder Ming to lose his temper.
Yun Jin began reciting methodically.
At first, Elder Ming’s expression was casual.
Hmm. The beginning seemed fine.
This Yun Jin might actually have some talent.
Listen further.
It seemed even more interesting?
Listen more.
Elder Ming suddenly slapped his thigh.
To handle this part in such a way, simply too ingenious!
He immediately straightened up, listening intently, not daring to miss a single word.
Unable to hear what the two were saying, but seeing Elder Ming’s suddenly serious expression,
Those outside grew anxious.
What on earth was Yun Jin saying?
Could she really have derived a Foundation Establishment technique?
That was impossible!
Soon, Yun Jin finished reciting the technique. She respectfully stepped back, her eyes full of trust and expectation. “Elder Ming, this is as far as I could derive. This technique surely has many flaws. Please, I beg Elder to guide this disciple.”
Hearing Yun Jin speak thus, Elder Ming couldn’t help but smile.
Very good, very good. This disciple not only had astonishing talent but was also so humble!
At this moment, his fondness for her was increasing rapidly.
“Since you ask, I’ll point out a few flaws. Your technique has ingenious ideas that make one applaud, but some basic areas have errors. It’s due to an insufficient foundation. In the future, come here often, and I’ll guide you in matters of techniques,” Elder Ming said.
Yun Jin looked excited. “Thank you, Elder Ming.”
Those so-called flaws were, of course, intentional mistakes she had recited.
Comrades.
Take out your little notebooks and jot this down.
When facing leaders, if you don’t let them find any mistakes, how can they feel a sense of achievement?
Like her approach, demonstrating ability while leaving room for the leader to make corrections—this is the way of the workplace!
We can’t be sure if leaders like us, but at least Elder Ming now felt a great sense of achievement.
He carefully guided Yun Jin on some basic issues, his gaze growing increasingly approving.
If this disciple hadn’t already been snatched up by Lin Ya, he would have wanted to take her as a student and teach her well.
“That’s about it,” Elder Ming said, his mouth dry from talking.
Yun Jin appropriately offered a cup of tea, which she had prepared in her storage bag earlier.
Elder Ming was even more pleased.
What a thoughtful girl.
He wanted to take her as a disciple even more now.
“Little Jin,” Elder Ming’s form of address grew more familiar, “You have unparalleled talent in creating techniques! I have some insights in this area. If you don’t mind, come by often in the future, and I’ll teach you gradually.”
Yun Jin looked at Elder Ming, tears suddenly welling up. “Elder Ming, you’re so good to me.”
Elder Ming was also deeply moved.
What a wonderful girl.
Just one sentence from him had touched her so deeply.
Those watching outside were growing incredibly anxious.
What was going on?
Why was Yun Jin suddenly crying? Had she been scolded?
It didn’t seem like it!
Elder Ming’s expression was quite benevolent!
“How is the technique Yun Jin created?” Zhao Wuji couldn’t help but glance at Lin Ya.
Lin Ya rolled his eyes. “Do I look like I know?”
But Zhao Wuji didn’t believe him at all!
He suspected that earlier at the initiation ceremony, Lin Ya and Yun Jin’s back-and-forth was deliberately toying with him!
How could a master not know that his disciple had created a technique?
Was that possible?
Lin Ya, oh Lin Ya, it seems I’ve truly underestimated you all these years.
This person’s true cunning might be unfathomable!
“The other disciples are still waiting, so I won’t say more today. When it’s time to choose manuals later, you needn’t go upstairs. Just wait by my side. Whatever manual you want, I’ll fetch it for you,” Elder Ming said.
“Elder Ming, I’d like a few sword technique manuals,” Yun Jin quickly said.
Elder Ming wasn’t surprised, given that Lin Ya was a sword prodigy.
He nodded. “Certainly, I’ll personally find some good ones for you.”
“Thank you, Elder Ming,” Yun Jin said again. “Elder Ming, although I derived the Foundation Establishment part of the Xuan Formula myself, the technique ultimately comes from the sect. I’m willing to place this technique in the Archive for other disciples to share.”
“You silly child,” Elder Ming was moved by Yun Jin’s selfless spirit. Though this technique was only suitable for Five Element Roots and required high comprehension, likely rendering it useless to others.
But!
Was the sentiment about whether it could be used or not?
“Your technique has great research value. If you’re willing to place it in the Archive, I can’t let you lose out. On behalf of the sect, I’ll award you 1,000 merit points,” Elder Ming said.
One thousand merit points.
Yun Jin was elated.
This was a major windfall.
On the surface, however, she appeared embarrassed. “…How can this be? This technique owes much to Elder Ming’s refinement.”
Elder Ming smiled even more happily. “It’s fine. Just come keep me company often in the future.”
“I’ll certainly come every day. I hope Elder Ming won’t find me annoying,” Yun Jin said with a look of adoration, greatly pleasing Elder Ming.
When the silencing barrier was finally lifted, Yun Jin stood obediently beside Elder Ming, looking every bit like she had successfully climbed the ranks.
“Elder Ming, my disciple’s technique…” Lin Ya asked nervously.
Elder Ming smiled. “Lin Ya, you’ve taken in another good disciple! The Xuan Formula Yun Jin derived has reached high-level Yellow-grade! I’ve already acquired this technique for 1,000 merit points. In the future, disciples with Five Element Roots can cultivate this technique.”
“It’s all thanks to Elder Ming’s refinement,” Yun Jin said respectfully.
“I only pointed out some basic issues. Most of it was your own creation.”
“Who doesn’t know that the foundation is most important? Elder Ming’s kindness, this disciple will never forget,” Yun Jin said gratefully.
“You’re too kind,” Elder Ming’s smile grew even brighter.
Everyone else: “…”
Could you stop this act already? Those who had seen Yun Jin’s true nature were really uncomfortable with this!
(End of Chapter)