"Hehe, there's no need for excessive gratitude, it's just a word."
The old man smiled, then said with a hint of amusement, "Just as the rumors say, your talent is quite remarkable; you've grasped it so quickly."
Upon hearing these words, Lin Xiuyuan couldn't help but feel a surge of emotion.
Sometimes, just one sentence can be worth a fortune!
So many talented disciples on the main peak, competing so fiercely, are all seeking nothing more than a piece of jade crystal, and this one sentence...
After passing the initial training period and their individual skills improved, instruction at the training center became increasingly ineffective in providing further improvement. Lin Xiuyuan immediately sensed this.
However, he had only just arrived at the third level of the Trial Tower, which meant that his mastery of talismanic arts had just reached the level of a mid-lower grade talisman master, so his perception of this was not yet very obvious.
After most disciples complete their term, the courses taught at the dojo are of little help. The main way to improve is through places like the Scripture Pavilion and the Trial Tower, where they can slowly figure things out and gain insights on their own.
Therefore, the older disciples on the third level of the Trial Tower rarely went to the dojo to attend classes, unless it was an elder with extremely high attainments in talismanic arts giving a lecture.
At this point, having the guidance of a renowned teacher would make a huge difference.
That's why the competition at the main peak is so fierce. Whenever someone achieves a top ranking in the competition, they have the opportunity to obtain a piece of jade crystal and become a disciple of a master.
Alternatively, one can obtain a jade crystal by passing higher levels of the Trial Tower, such as the current situation where someone has reached the fifth level.
However, there are probably only about ten or twenty such people among the current disciples of the Lingxiao lineage.
Ultimately, it depends on individual performance, such as talent and combat ability.
Just like when he showed his extraordinary talent, didn't the opportunity come?
After a moment of reflection, Lin Xiuyuan was about to bow and reply when he noticed the playful look on the old man's face, which made him feel uneasy.
Lin Xiuyuan immediately replied cautiously, "Uncle-Master is joking. My talent is actually just average. It's all just hearsay. When I was still a rogue cultivator, I met some seniors surnamed Xue who guided me in the art of talismans. I was fortunate enough to follow one of them for a period of time, so my foundation in the art of talismans is quite solid. That's why I was able to pass the second level of the Trial Tower so quickly."
Lin Xiuyuan's words were half true and half false. The true part was that his talent was indeed average, or even extremely poor... Not knowing what his senior uncle was up to, Lin Xiuyuan could only make up this excuse. After all, the Xue family was a Xuanfu family, and that senior Xue had died long ago.
Such an explanation should be enough to cover things up, as long as we don't investigate too deeply.
"Really? Heh, it doesn't look like it to me."
The old man glanced at Lin Xiuyuan with a half-smile. Seeing that the other man's expression tightened slightly, the smile in his eyes deepened. He suddenly said, "That rare treasure you have is no ordinary item. It can actually enhance your comprehension of the Dao of Talismans. It is truly extraordinary."
Upon hearing these words, Lin Xiuyuan's face immediately turned pale, and he felt dizzy, almost losing his balance.
He never expected that his plan would be exposed... If the purple talisman is involved, then...
How was this deciphered?
Have you been observing him for a long time?
For a moment, Lin Xiuyuan's thoughts were in turmoil, and a strong sense of crisis rose in his heart. He almost couldn't help but turn around and run away.
Fortunately, the old man only said this sentence in a calm tone and did not make any move, which gave Lin Xiuyuan some reassurance for the time being.
At this moment, Lin Xiuyuan's face turned pale, and he felt a strong sense of fear completely engulf him. His thoughts were in complete chaos and he couldn't process them for a long time. He took several deep breaths before he could barely sort out his thoughts.
“Master… Uncle-Master is indeed insightful. I do have a mid-grade treasure, which was given to me by that expert surnamed Xue. It is indeed of some use in my understanding of the Dao of Talismans, but the help it brings is about to end, after all, it is only a mid-grade treasure.”
Lin Xiuyuan dared not pretend to be confused. Since the other party had pointed this out, they must have discovered something.
I guess they've been observing him for quite a while, otherwise, how could they possibly think that way?
If they deny it outright, the outcome will likely be worse, attracting even more intense scrutiny...
They could only keep up a half-truth, continuing to dangle the facade of that Senior Xue.
They hoped the other party wouldn't bother to snatch a rare treasure from a junior disciple.
As for whether the other party believed it was just a mid-grade rare treasure, Lin Xiuyuan didn't know, and he couldn't find a better explanation.
At least for now, he is safe... There are so many Lingxiao disciples around, they can't possibly attack him in full view of everyone!
Thinking of this, Lin Xiuyuan felt a little more at ease.
"I didn't expect it to be true. Heh, you're such a coward, aren't you? You got tricked out of there so easily."
The old man said with a smile.
Upon hearing these words, Lin Xiuyuan's lips twitched involuntarily. He could only force a smile and cup his hands, saying, "How dare I, a disciple, presume to show off my limited skills in front of my master? I can only tell you the truth."
The old man gave him a playful look. "Did you tell the truth? It's just a mid-grade rare treasure..."
These words sent a chill down Lin Xiuyuan's spine, filled him with dread, and a strong sense of fear welled up within him.
He dared not imagine the consequences if the secret of the Purple Talisman were to be discovered... He feared that from then on, there would be nowhere left for him in this vast world!
But after saying this, the old man nodded noncommittally and didn't say anything more. Instead, he smiled and said in a reassuring tone, "Don't worry, I am in charge of the Trial Tower. Apart from me, it's very difficult for anyone to enter the jade slip trial directly through the formation to observe you. Even our Nascent Soul Ancestor probably can't do it easily. So, you can rest assured."
Now that you know, how can I feel at ease... Lin Xiuyuan chuckled dryly, unsure of how to respond.
Then the old man looked at Lin Xiuyuan with amusement and said, "Promise me one thing, and I will keep this secret for you. How about it?"
Lin Xiuyuan narrowed his eyes and said cautiously, "Uncle-Master, this extraordinary treasure of mine is quite peculiar. It has directly merged into my dantian, and I..."
Before Lin Xiuyuan could finish speaking, the old man waved his hand and said, "I don't care about your rare treasure. You can put your mind at ease. It's just a little bit of comprehension. I'm not like you, with such mediocre talent in the Dao of Talismans."
Lin Xiuyuan's lips twitched again. These words inexplicably dispelled the fear in Lin Xiuyuan's heart, and instead ignited a surge of anger...
After taking a deep breath, Lin Xiuyuan cupped his hands and said, "May I ask what brings you here, senior?"
"Let's talk about it another time."
The old man waved his hand and, without waiting for Lin Xiuyuan's reply, turned and left.
Lin Xiuyuan was taken aback. They're leaving already?
He truly wasn't interested in "exotic treasures," just as he said; his own talent in talismanic arts was exceptional, and he didn't care much about them.
Or is it just a delaying tactic?
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