Having learned from his previous experience, Lin Xiuyuan remained vigilant this time, but also adopted a submissive attitude.
Since there's no way to resist, we might as well find joy in suffering.
To be fair, although this old rascal seemed to be playing around with it, his advice was genuine.
Since there's no way to resist, you might as well just obediently 'enjoy' it.
Lin Xiuyuan stepped into the Trial Tower once again, his expressionless figure exuding a desolate and inexplicable sense of loneliness...
...
In the days that followed, everything seemed to return to "normal".
Since he was going to the Trial Tower anyway, Lin Xiuyuan could reduce his free time and not waste it on comprehending the rune spirit tattoo. Because comprehending it alone was too slow and far less effective than the Trial Tower. A month's worth of progress could be equivalent to one or two hours of comprehending it in the Trial Tower.
After all... now we have such a "famous teacher" to guide us!!
Thus, he devoted his time to cultivation, talisman making, and the study of Taoist secret arts.
Despite the lack of resources, the increased cultivation time has led to significant progress in cultivation level. In particular, the stockpiled talismans are becoming increasingly efficient as the purple light intensifies.
Everything continued to be fulfilling and stable.
Lin Xiuyuan would come to the main peak at the end of each month. After the training at the Daoist temple, he would study the spirit pattern jade slips at the Lingxiao Pavilion. Then, as usual, with a helpless yet inexplicably expectant feeling, he would enter the Trial Tower.
This continued for several years until the grand competition, and it was the same every month during that time...
The strange feeling in Lin Xiuyuan's heart remained strong, leading to many unfounded speculations, yet he didn't know which one was closer to the truth.
The unanswered questions and mysteries kept Lin Xiuyuan's vigilance at bay.
The sense of crisis never dissipated for a moment; it always surrounded him.
But more or less, Lin Xiuyuan's thoughts began to waver.
In any case, this guidance is ultimately genuine!
Under normal circumstances, that would be the kind of guidance one dreams of, something unimaginable.
But it was precisely under these circumstances that Lin Xiuyuan remained in a state of constant fear and unease.
On the main peak, there was a story about Lin Xiuyuan receiving guidance from an elder every month.
Like the wind, it gradually spread.
The disciples who heard this were all in an uproar.
For a moment, envy seemed to fill the air, and people exclaimed in amazement.
"This treatment...tsk tsk, I'm so envious."
"The elder has appeared and given guidance so many times; what a profound blessing this is!"
"Such a thing has probably never happened even on the main peak. Junior Brother Lin has really set a precedent one after another. It's truly enviable."
"There's nothing we can do, what can we do when Junior Brother Lin is such a 'peerless prodigy'..."
"With such guidance, Junior Brother Lin's talent will likely improve dramatically."
"That's right. A few years ago, when Junior Brother Lin first entered the third level, he was still struggling through the first few jade slip trials. Now he's already halfway through the third level."
"At this rate of progress... even we older disciples with less talent would probably need to complete a full term to reach that level!"
"Who can blame him for being a 'peerless prodigy'? To receive personal guidance from such an elder is simply his good fortune; we can only envy him more than we can ever hope to achieve..."
"…………"
Whenever Lin Xiuyuan heard such words, a sense of helplessness would always rise in his heart.
They seem to have great fortune and are improving very quickly, which is truly enviable.
But who knew that he was restless and filled with fear...
Each time, Lin Xiuyuan felt as if there was a short blade lurking in the shadows, not knowing when it would appear. He only knew that once it appeared, it would tear open a deep wound, and whether he would live or die was still uncertain!
This is roughly how Lin Xiuyuan felt over the years: a sense of danger spread and surged in his heart, refusing to subside, always lingering in his mind and permeating the surrounding air.
Despite years of guidance, the other party showed no unusual behavior; everything was normal. On the contrary, they were extremely dedicated, which allowed his mastery of talismanic arts to improve rapidly.
Originally, it was estimated that it would take him one term, or even two, or sixty years, to reach the fifth level. But now... with this rate of improvement, he could break through to the fourth level within ten years and begin to surge toward the fifth level.
It was truly a stroke of luck.
But Lin Xiuyuan had a very clear understanding that this matter was far too complicated.
Once even the slightest hint of the Purple Talisman's power is revealed, not only will he be plunged into an abyss of no return, but the entire Cloud Soaring Sect will likely be reduced to ashes.
Under such pressure, although his thoughts had already begun to waver, countless speculations arose about his uncle's purpose and original intention.
But until things become clear, the heavy weight in Lin Xiuyuan's heart will probably never be lifted.
As several years have passed, the competition is drawing ever closer.
This stirred a strong sense of anticipation in Lin Xiuyuan's heart.
This major competition is no longer as simple in importance as it was before.
It's not just about overcoming obstacles!
Perhaps, this could also help him change the current situation that makes him feel incredibly depressed.
"Even if we lose the grand competition, there's a good chance we'll still lose some jade crystals, let alone win. Perhaps we can use this to change our current predicament."
"If we could secretly find a rare treasure that enhances one's comprehension, that would be even better..."
Lin Xiuyuan felt a sense of anticipation for the former, and his mood changed, gradually becoming more and more eager for the grand competition to begin.
The latter, though they also had some thoughts, had very little to no chance.
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