Troublemaker’s Guide to Immortality

"Ahem, ahem." Lin Ya cleared his throat twice. "It's rare for Xiao Jin to be this thoughtful. Since there's a difference in their strength, it's indeed safer to have a contract in place."

Since things had already reached this point, Zhao Wujie couldn't be bothered to argue. He agreed directly, albeit begrudgingly. "Once the ceremony ends, I'll personally handle the contract between them. That should suffice?"

"Perfect, perfect. Many thanks for your generosity, Sect Master." Yun Jin replied with a cheerful smile.

Ling Fei glanced at Yun Jin, then suddenly smiled. "You're Yun Jin, right? I was used by someone today and nearly caused you harm. Once the ceremony's over, come see me at the Spirit Beast Pavilion. Any spirit beast in the pavilion that you can form a contract with is yours to take."

He gave this promise without hesitation.

Gasps of envy rippled through the crowd.

Everyone knew that the Spirit Beast Pavilion housed all the spirit beasts of the Tianxing Sect, but the number of beasts was far fewer than the number of disciples.

Ling Fei usually guarded these beasts like treasure. Any disciple who wanted to contract one had to pass multiple tests. That was why only a handful within the sect ever managed to obtain a beast.

But now, just like that—

He was offering one to Yun Jin.

And she could pick any one she liked?

This was a massive reward.

After saying his piece, Ling Fei didn't even wait for anyone's reaction. He turned and left for the Spirit Beast Pavilion.

At once, all the envy and jealousy in the crowd focused squarely on Yun Jin.

Yun Jin scratched her cheek, a bit embarrassed. "Don't look at me like that. It's not my fault I'm just this likable. I can't help it."

[Emotion Value +60!]

[Emotion Value +30!]

[Emotion Value +500!]

Wait, +500?

Yun Jin's eyes lit up like stars.

Her current simplified system was still at the primary stage—meaning 500 was the maximum single emotional value she could harvest before upgrading.

Who—?

Who was this generous soul, gifting her such a windfall?!

Her gaze quickly landed on the source: Ye Danxia, whose face was twisted with resentment.

With the gentlest expression, she turned to the scowling Ye Danxia and said softly, "Danxia, you've suffered today too. What a mess this all turned into. It's not like you meant to frame me, so why should you end up paying such a heavy price? It's just not fair."

She said this with such sincerity that Ye Danxia froze in place.

"Don't worry," Yun Jin patted her chest, full of righteous assurance. "Later, once I meet Senior Ling Fei and form a contract with my spirit beast, I'll definitely..."

Definitely what?

Hope flickered in Ye Danxia's eyes.

Was Yun Jin about to put in a good word for her? Maybe even secure her a spirit beast too?

If that happened, her suffering today might just have been worth it.

But if Yun Jin thought she could win her over this easily, she was dreaming.

Ye Danxia had kept a careful tally of all the grudges from these past days. One day, she would return them with interest.

She was still stewing in her hatred when she heard Yun Jin finish—

"I'll definitely bring my spirit beast over to show off in front of you... ah no, I mean properly display it for you. We're close sisters, after all. Watching me get better day by day, you'll surely feel happy for me. Maybe the joy will even make your injuries hurt less."

Yun Jin was positively gleeful as she spoke.

Ye Danxia nearly coughed up blood on the spot.

Was this bitch for real?!

"What's wrong, Danxia? Why's your face so pale? Don't tell me you're not happy for me?" Yun Jin asked with concern.

Ye Danxia clenched her teeth. "Of course I'm happy for you."

"That's a relief. I was worried you might get jealous. Don't worry, I'll bring my spirit beast to visit you every day." Yun Jin beamed.

Absolutely non-negotiable.

Ye Danxia had just gifted her another 500 Emotional Value in sporadic bursts. If she could milk this cow daily?

Stable income!

Zhao Wujie looked at Ye Danxia, covered in wounds and shaking with rage thanks to Yun Jin. Despite himself, he felt pity.

He handed over a healing pill and had someone deliver it to her.

Ye Danxia gave Zhao Wujie a grateful glance before hurriedly swallowing the pill.

This medicine didn't require any special refining. It began to take effect immediately, and Ye Danxia soon felt much better.

Once she could stand on her own, Zhao Wujie finally spoke again. "There were some unexpected disruptions earlier that delayed the initiation ceremony. Now that the matter is resolved, let's proceed."

"Second part of the ceremony: issuing the disciple token and a set of beginner spirit tools."

The same disciple from before stepped forward again, carrying a tray.

On the tray were two tokens engraved with the characters for Tianxing Sect, along with two identical storage pouches, which likely held the beginner tools.

Zhao Wujie explained, "These tokens signify your status as disciples. The white token indicates Qi Refining stage, the lowest level. Each month, you can use it to receive resources from the sect's Hall of Administration. If your cultivation improves, report to the hall and exchange your token. Upon reaching Foundation Establishment stage, you'll receive a green token, and the resources granted will increase accordingly. Now, both of you, come accept your token and tools."

As soon as Zhao Wujie finished speaking, he instinctively glanced at Yun Jin.

He'd developed PTSD from her "Wait—" interruptions.

This time, though… silence?

Could he breathe easy for once?

Yun Jin met his gaze with an apologetic smile.

Truly, she wasn't trying to cause trouble.

But this time—

"Wait…" she said gravely.

Zhao Wuji stared, numb.

Somehow, he wasn't even surprised.

"I can't accept this token," Yun Jin declared.

"Why not?" Zhao Wuji's brow furrowed. "The tokens are flawless. Are you fabricating issues again?"

"She really can't take it," Yue Zhao chimed in.

"The color doesn't suit our junior sister anymore," Si Wanning added, grinning.

"Sect Master, why not just switch it out for Xiao Jin?" Lin Ya grinned, visibly pleased.

He had purposely kept quiet earlier, even helping to conceal Yun Jin's true cultivation, just for this moment.

"Sect Master, why not just switch it out for Xiao Jin?" Lin Ya grinned, visibly pleased.

He had purposely kept quiet earlier, even helping to conceal Yun Jin's true cultivation, just for this moment.

"What is Tianjian Peak trying to pull?" Zhao Wujie narrowed his eyes. "The color of disciple tokens is clearly written in the sect rules. Are you planning to challenge those rules now? Yes, my second disciple did make a mistake, but he's already been punished. Do you really think you can keep holding this over my head? Do you intend to revise the sect regulations just to suit yourselves?"

His voice grew louder as he spoke.

Several peak masters exchanged glances.

Tianjian Peak did seem to be pushing things a bit too far.

Rules were rules.

Using this situation to meddle with sect regulations was definitely overstepping.

"Sect Master, your imagination is impressive." Lin Ya sighed, though his eyes still carried a hint of amusement. "All I meant was, Xiao Jin shouldn't have a white token. She should have a green one."

"The green token is for Foundation Establishment disciples. She only just joined..." Zhao Wujie began sternly.

But then he stopped.

His expression shifted drastically, and in an instant, his vast spiritual power surged toward Yun Jin for a full inspection.

Yun Jin didn't dodge or resist. She let him scan her freely.

Go ahead. Look.

She'd been waiting for this.

The grand reveal!