Chapter 896 - 113: The Importance of Combination

Chapter 896: Chapter 113: The Importance of Combination

In the Divine Land, there are Sword Cultivators, Body Cultivators, Pill Cultivators, etc. Different cultivation methods, even within the same method, have their differences. Commentary without enough talent, insight, and experience is hard to convince others. Moreover, those who are capable tend not to point out the key issues, after all, they’re not their own disciples; making the point is sufficient.

However, Wang Zhigao is different. He may criticize, but none present are fools. Regardless of their emotions, he genuinely provides guidance.

On the first night, Yun Yu and Yun Le already sensed something was amiss.

"Master Uncle, it seems we need to invite Elder Wang back. Ren Yanli really has strength, his style and the attraction of his outsider status ensure the quality of weekly competitions, and the attendance has visibly increased. But Wang Zhigao’s presence has had a strange fermentation effect, boosting guests’ spending on drinks and surrounding services; sales have clearly increased. Without him, the number today is actually the same as the previous two days, or slightly more, but sales have noticeably decreased," Yun Yu said.

"Since we know the problem, go and invite Elder Wang back," Bao Yu’Er said calmly.

"He won’t agree, I even offered to double the reward, but he still refuses," Yun Le pouted unhappily, "This old man is really stubborn, it seems to insult him to do something at our Jiuxiao Building."

"It does somewhat insult him," Bao Yu’Er remarked, "Among the many Golden Core Elders, Wang Zhigao’s comprehensive strength in the Divine Land could probably rank in the top ten, more formidable than many Sect Masters."

Yun Yu and Yun Le widened their eyes, "He’s so formidable, why would he want to go to the Martial Heart Sect, can’t we invite him here to Jiuxiao Building?"

"Don’t even think about it, he won’t come. But letting him continue part-time is not impossible. Consider it from his perspective; what does he urgently need now, or what does his current endeavor require?" Bao Yu’Er said.

"Needs... Master Uncle, are you suggesting we should focus on the Martial Heart Sect?" Yun Le tilted her head and asked.

"Elder Wang wants to use the Martial Heart Sect to contend with the Ten Thousand Swords Sect. This is something only someone like him, who is both strong and proud, would attempt. The current situation of the Martial Heart Sect is far from what Spirit Stones can remedy; they’re seriously lacking in equipment, intelligence, and other aspects. Hence, we should negotiate using this. Our Jiuxiao Building can lend him a hand in this matter. Also, tell him that to stand before the Ten Thousand Swords Sect, the Martial Heart Sect must first attain Yellow Level status. Relying on closed-door training is not enough; understanding one’s opponent is essential. Once he understands the future opponents of the Martial Heart Sect, wouldn’t he be able to provide more targeted guidance to the sect’s disciples?"

Yun Yu and Yun Le exchanged a glance, "Understood, Master Uncle. We’ll go immediately, bring a meeting gift, and show him respect."

"No, let the Outer Sect Steward go, engage in normal conversation, and set the conditions a bit better, especially concerning the current needs of the Martial Heart Sect; he will agree. If you two go, who knows what exorbitant demands he will make, thinking Jiuxiao Sect can’t do without him."

"Yes, Master Uncle."

"What about Ren Yanli?"

"He’s not around, seems he went out. We followed your instructions and didn’t track him," Yun Yu said.

"Why not track him?" Yun Le curiously asked.

"Even though we don’t know Liu Zhongyang and Ku Chan’s purpose, given even they are respectful, would you play tricks with him, thinking you’re better than Liu Zhongyang and Ku Chan, or believing Liu Zhongyang and Ku Chan are benevolent individuals?" Bao Yu’Er spoke lightly.

Yun Le’s face turned red instantly, sticking out her tongue, "Master Uncle, I was wrong."

"Hmm, does he show any interest in anyone?" Bao Yu’Er asked softly.

Yun Le blushed and shook her head quickly. Yun Yu smiled gently, "We sisters are the people of the Young Sect Master, everything is decided by the Young Sect Master."

Bao Yu’Er nodded with a smile, "Has the Immortal reappeared?"

Upon mentioning this, Yun Yu and Yun Le perked up, "No, Master Uncle, doesn’t the Immortal of the Secret Castle not meddle in the current world? Why would he come here because of him?"

"The Secret Castle just isn’t interested in the present world. This is the curse of undying immortality, which doesn’t restrict the Immortal themselves. Liu Zhongyang and Ku Chan have all been to the Secret Castle. They know a thing or two. Just keep an eye on them, and you will gain something," Bao Yu’Er said.

"Master Uncle, should we sell this information to others who’ve been to the Secret Castle?" Yun Yu suddenly suggested, "This way, we can earn some goodwill."

Under the veil, Bao Yu’Er’s expression was indistinguishable. She paused, "Allow me to consider further. First, ascertain Liu Zhongyang and Ku Chan’s intentions."

"Ku Chan isn’t easy to deal with. Those from the Celestial Dragon Temple cultivate the Path of Emotionlessness, but Liu Zhongyang is a Charming Sword Cultivator, and has relations with several of our junior sisters."

"Tell them, whoever can uncover the truth, I’ll handsomely reward them!"

"Yes, Master Uncle."

Bao Yu’Er lazily lay down, under the light, her snow-white legs were crossed, the finest curves under the thin veil, truly a perfect figure, only if it weren’t for her face...

***

As dawn just broke, Gan Jiu and Shi Dazhu dragged their sore bodies up to work. This is the job of Outer Disciples. Martial Heart Sect is considered good; some sects have Outer Disciples living lives that are extremely harsh, occasionally bullied and scolded by Inner Sect Disciples. Especially in the Taiyin School, it’s the norm.

Gan Jiu and Shi Dazhu both have their unique Cultivation Techniques. Wild Cultivators must survive by being resilient, and their battle prowess is secondary; the key is endurance and recovering capabilities. Both were confident in their restorative abilities and had several self-protection methods. However, after being tormented by Li Xin a few times, they hadn’t recovered and carried panda-like eyes and a yellowish complexion.

Today, for a change, they were uncharacteristically quiet, diligently working with focused attention. If problems arise, Fang Qingning might be understanding, but Fang Chi would undoubtedly stir trouble. Now with Wang Zhigao added, the presence of such experts to their plans is a double-edged sword. The advantage is expedited growth; the downside requires cautious and discreet actions.

Their primary principle remains to avoid trouble and keep a low profile, being as unnoticeable as possible.

Today’s meal was steamed buns. Shi Dazhu kneaded and rolled the dough while Fatty Nine chopped and mixed the filling and crafted the buns with nimble skills. Each bun appeared pleasing, using high-quality ingredients infused with Spiritual Energy. The rice and flour were Spirit Rice and Spirit Flour; the kitchen was steaming with heat, soon permeating the fragrance of buns, enabling them to establish themselves firmly in the Martial Heart Sect with their culinary skills.

Tray after tray of buns emerged from the steamer. Recent training intensity had increased the Inner Sect Disciples’ appetite noticeably. "Idiot Zhu, you need to prepare more meat, it seems it needs doubling, or else there won’t be enough to eat."

Shi Dazhu nodded. The sect’s main supply of meat was under his management for obtaining within the sect, for what Fang Chi provided was far from enough to buy the good meat.