Although the library's area decreased with each floor, the four floors together were still much larger than the courtyard where she lived. This floor had many sections, storing different kinds of replica jade slips.
Shi Xuan had a clear objective; as soon as he entered, he headed straight for the location Lu Shenzhi had mentioned, where there was a small semi-circular area specifically for storing damaged ancient books.
Rows of emerald green jade slips were embedded in the semi-circular wall, neatly arranged and pleasing to the eye. The original manuscripts of the ancient books had been collected by the sect, and the contents of the ancient books were recorded in clear images on the jade slips here. This method allowed them to be read at will without damaging the ancient books.
Shi Xuan took down a jade slip and communicated with it using his divine sense. Inside was a fragment of a sword manual. He took down another one, which was part of a fire-based spell. Although the contents were exquisite, they were incomplete and could not be practiced by the disciples; they could only be used for research.
This was too slow. Although her spiritual power was now limited, her powerful divine sense from her previous life had not disappeared. After thinking about it, she simply took out all five jade slips at once and checked them all at the same time.
This way of reading is unheard of. If Elder Chen were to see it, he would surely scold her for "nonsense".
Five times the speed was indeed efficient; in less than two hours, Shi Xuan had finished reading all the jade slips here.
The contents of the jade slip were varied and included everything, even some that she had read in their entirety before. Unfortunately, there was no record of a solution to the problem of incompatible spiritual roots.
But it wasn't without its rewards. She found a book here that seemed to be a sequel to "The Life of All Things," which recorded how to make the "Life of All Things" technique run passively throughout the twelve hours of the day.
The section on the creation of all things is now just a tail, followed by this record. Whether it is true or not remains to be verified, but if it is true, it would undoubtedly add another layer of glory to the already top-tier cultivation technique, making it no exaggeration to call it defying the heavens!
It's probably because the technique of "Growing All Things" has been lost, rendering the subsequent methods useless.
Before leaving, she carefully studied the sequel to "All Things Grow" again, but found no flaws. She planned to try it in her dreams that night.
It was still early, so Shi Xuan didn't rush out. He strolled around the fourth floor and looked at some jade slips about the structure of spirit bodies and the principles of spirit roots. When he saw that it was almost time for dinner, he went downstairs.
"You've finally decided to come out," Elder Chen, who was waiting downstairs, said to her with a hint of annoyance. "An hour ago, someone from the sect leader's side came to inform you that the sect leader wanted to see you and asked you to go to the main peak."
"Why didn't you call me sooner? You've kept the sect leader waiting."
"The sect leader specifically instructed that we should not disturb you, and that we should notify you when you come out on your own."
Shi Xuan nodded, thanked Elder Chen, and then changed course to head towards the main peak.
Upon reaching the main peak, not only was Sect Master Shi Mingxiu there, but her master and the Peak Master of Hundred Herbs Peak were also present. Shi Xuan was unsure whether these people were waiting for her or if they were discussing something, so she didn't immediately interrupt.
"Come here, child." The sect leader gave her a kind smile and beckoned her, saying, "I called you here today because there's something I'd like to discuss with you."
Shi Xuan then stepped into the hall from the doorway, cupped his hands, and said, "May I ask what business the sect leader has with me?"
Shi Mingxiu said, "I've heard that you have exceptional alchemy skills, which is rare even in our sect. We can't let your talent go to waste."
Shi Xuan pretended to listen attentively.
Shu Yuanguan continued, “Our Qian Yuan Western Region has six major sects, and we hold a grand competition every year, which is divided into regular competitions and alchemy competitions. The alchemy competition of the six sects will begin next month. Disciples below the Golden Core stage from the six sects can participate. Since you have this talent, you are worthy to represent my Lianfeng Sword Sect in the competition.”
Shi Mingxiu stroked his beard and said, "So we have already agreed with your master that your official position will still be at Fuyu Peak, but you will be given the additional status of a nominal disciple of Baicao Peak, which is considered a part-time job. Peak Master Shu has promised that Baicao Peak will provide you with spirit stones at five times the monthly allowance, and you can freely take any spiritual herbs from Baicao Peak, including those of level three and below. If you want any of the herbs above level three, you can also ask the Peak Master for them."
Lin Daozi was not to be outdone, "I, Fuyu Peak, will also give five times the amount!" If even the part-time peak leader is giving five times the amount, he, as the one in charge, would feel embarrassed if he gave too little.
After she finished speaking, the three Nascent Soul stage experts focused their gazes on her, waiting for her to respond.
This is a good thing! I got ten times the monthly allowance for no reason, and I don't have to worry about going to Hundred Herbs Peak to refine pills anymore.
Shi Xuan tentatively asked, "Do I only need to represent my sect in the Six Sects Alchemy Grand Competition?"
Shu Yuan nodded, "This Six Sects Alchemy Competition is related to the quota of each sect to enter the Silver Frost Secret Realm. In the past, our best result was only third place. The Divine Cauldron Sect has been ranked first every year, and the alchemy cultivation of the Restoration Sect is also very strong. If we can win this Six Sects Alchemy Competition, the sect will only need the quota, and the rest of the rewards will be yours."
The Divine Cauldron Sect is actually number one every year? Shi Xuan can't let them have this, so she absolutely has to go to this Alchemy Competition.
"If I can win this time, I also want to go to the Silver Frost Secret Realm." Shi Xuan made a small condition. She still remembered her senior brother's instructions. The Silver Frost Secret Realm contained the Soul Gathering Stone he wanted.
“That’s natural,” Shi Mingxiu said. “Only disciples below the Foundation Establishment stage can go to this secret realm. Even if you didn’t participate in this competition, you will still have a chance to go to this secret realm.”
Shu Yuanguan added, "The Silver Frost Secret Realm is not very dangerous, and it mainly contains spiritual herbs used by alchemists, so the number of participants is determined by the Alchemy Grand Competition. The Flying Profound Secret Realm in the second half of the year will determine the number of participants through the official Six Sects Grand Competition, which I imagine you will also be going to."
Shi Xuan nodded to indicate that she understood, and with a confident smile, she said, "Then this year will be the year that Shen Ding Sect finally wins the championship!"
"Good!" Shu Yuanguan said in a loud voice, "Our sect's disciples should act this way, and they must never tarnish the sect's prestige when they go out!"
This child is both cautious and arrogant, a rare find.
The group quickly reached an agreement and were all satisfied.
That night, in his dream, the tree from yesterday had indeed returned to its original state. Shi Xuan continued plucking leaves with great enthusiasm while telling Lu Shenzhi about what had happened that day, mentioning that he could soon go to the Silver Frost Secret Realm to help him find the Soul Gathering Stone.
Lu Shenzhi was quite surprised: "You can also refine pills?" He only knew that she was born with a sword bone, but he did not know that she was also a pill cultivator.
“Speaking of alchemy, I’m quite skilled. Maybe I’ll even have to personally make your Resurrection Pill in the future,” she said, deliberately sighing. “Sigh, I’ve sacrificed so much for you as my bodyguard.”
Lu Shenzhi smiled maliciously. Seeing that Shi Xuan had become more skilled at flicking leaves, he reached out, picked a leaf, and flicked it even further than yesterday.
Setting a new goal when you're almost there is no different from hanging a carrot in front of a donkey!
His words were equally unpleasant: "In that case, you should advance to the next level sooner. The Qi Refining stage is hindering your performance too much. Let's add some more content today."
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