Cultivating immortality relies on spatial abilities; defying fate to become the protagonist.

Chapter 193

After setting up the isolation array, Gu Shihan entered the space and began her methodical cultivation. Although the spiritual energy in the space was not very strong now, it was still a little stronger than in previous years.

Most importantly, it has more time than the Time Formation, with one day equivalent to thirty days, giving it ample time to cultivate and learn.

Gu Shihan focused on her cultivation within the space. She started with the most basic techniques, striving for precision in every movement. As her cultivation deepened, the surrounding immortal energy slowly converged towards her.

She felt her meridians becoming more resilient under the nourishment of spiritual energy, and her strength was gradually increasing.

Meanwhile, Duan Siqi was equally diligent, focusing on studying talisman techniques. The talisman paper in her hand constantly changed shape, and the runes shimmered with a faint light. Although she occasionally failed, she was not discouraged.

Days passed by, and according to the outside time, many days quickly went by.

Gu Shihan successfully broke through a minor realm, and she was overjoyed.

Three months passed in the blink of an eye, and Gu Shihan finally formed her Nascent Soul. She did not leave the space, because Nascent Soul cultivators are still too weak.

The people they encountered last time were all Nascent Soul cultivators. According to Xingbai, they were currently in the mortal realm of the first heaven, and to go out for training, they needed at least Nascent Soul cultivation.

Here, to enter the Immortal Realm of the First Heaven, one's cultivation must reach the Human Immortal Realm, and she was far from that level—it was a huge gap.

After the Nascent Soul stage comes the Divine Transformation stage, followed by the Body Integration stage, and then the Great Ascension stage. Only those who have reached the Great Ascension stage can enter the Immortal Forging Pool. Only those who emerge from the Immortal Forging Pool can be said to have embarked on the true path to immortality and become true immortals—human immortals.

The immortal ranks are further divided into Human Immortal, Earth Immortal, Heavenly Immortal, Mysterious Immortal, Great Golden Immortal, Immortal Lord, Immortal Emperor, and Immortal Venerable.

Gu Shihan knew that her road ahead was long, so she cultivated even more diligently.

Within the space, she began to try to reach higher realms, and each breakthrough was a challenge to her own limits.

Duan Siqi's talisman skills have also greatly improved; she successfully drew an extremely complex defensive talisman. This talisman emits powerful spiritual energy fluctuations, enough to withstand an attack from an early-stage Nascent Soul cultivator.

During her breaks from cultivation, Gu Shihan checked the collection in the wooden house within her spatial dimension. Some of these items were collected by her, while others were collected by the previous owners of the Moonbeam Bracelet.

"Hanhan, I found a book that you'll definitely like!" Xingbai walked over quickly.

"What book?" Gu Shihan took it and started reading. "Is this an ancient book? It records some little-known cultivation methods and the secrets of this world. There's also a lot of information about the First Heaven. It's a really good book. I'll copy it down; Siqi should be able to use it too."

"Hanhan, this is a rare and valuable book. Are you going to tell Duan Siqi about the cultivation methods inside? Aren't you afraid she..." Xingbai asked worriedly.

Gu Shihan felt a chill. When did she become so trusting of others? This was not like her at all. In her past life, she never trusted anyone, not even the person she planned to entrust her life to.

What's wrong with me? It seems that since arriving in this perilous world of cultivation, she has been giving more trust to everyone—her master, her senior brother, her elder brother, and now Duan Siqi—without any precautions.

"Xingbai, do you think I'm too trusting of others? This isn't like me anymore." Xingbai shook his head. "Hanhan, it's not necessarily a bad thing. In this cultivation world, although people are treacherous, there are also sincere people. Being able to open your heart is also a form of cultivation. However, it's always better to be cautious."

Gu Shihan sighed softly, "You're right, but I don't want to harm everyone because of my gullibility. I still need to give Siqi a copy of the methods in this book. After all, we're companions now. The higher her cultivation level, the safer I'll be, right? But I'll also be more careful so that no one has a chance to harm me!"

"Hanhan, don't worry, shouldn't you have me? I can sense whether others have good intentions or bad intentions towards you. I'll protect you and support you. You just need to focus on your cultivation and improve your strength!"

"Yes, Xingbai, it's so good to have you. I used to be destined to be cannon fodder, but with you and the Moon Bracelet, I escaped that fate and became the protagonist of my own life. My destiny is now in my own hands, and I believe the future is promising," Gu Shihan said with emotion.

Gu Shihan copied most of the content from the book, but she left out the most powerful and extremely domineering divine sense attack law.

Gu Shihan spent a year mastering several techniques before leaving the space and knocking on Duan Siqi's secluded cultivation location.

"Shi Han, you've emerged from seclusion?! Has your cultivation improved? I'm now at the ninth level of the Golden Core stage, I've advanced three levels in a row!" Duan Siqi said with a radiant smile.

"Congratulations, Siqi. I've also made some progress," Gu Shihan replied with a smile. She then took out some prepared techniques and handed them to Duan Siqi, saying, "These are some techniques I obtained by chance; I hope they'll be useful to you."

Duan Siqi accepted it with delight, "Shi Han, you're so kind. Thank you!"

"No need for thanks. We're sworn brothers now. Your increased strength means we're safer. After all, we're the lowest-paid cultivators here. Keep it up!"

"Yes, I understand. Xingbai said that we are even more novice than newbies. This method is amazing. I've been thinking about how to improve my attack power these days. With these methods, I believe my combat power will increase significantly."

"Shi Han, you're interested in talismans too, right? This is a copy I made; you can take it and study it. I'm going to cultivate now!"

Duan Siqi entered the formation to cultivate again, while Gu Shihan planned to check around the area and didn't enter the space to cultivate.

Xingbai followed Gu Shihan as they wandered around the cave. He felt something was off. "Hanhan, don't you think the spiritual energy around the stone wall seems more active? More concentrated?"
Upon hearing Xingbai's words, Gu Shihan approached the stone wall and examined it carefully. She circulated her spiritual power, her eyes slightly closed, sensing the flow of immortal energy.

Sure enough, the spiritual energy here seemed to be drawn in by some force, constantly converging into the interior of the stone wall.

"Could there be some treasure inside?" Gu Shihan wondered.

Xingbai circled the stone wall again and again, and said, "Very likely, but this stone wall looks extremely hard. Forcibly breaking it open would probably cause quite a commotion."

After thinking for a moment, Gu Shihan took out several talismans from his storage bag.

These talismans were made by her in her spare time. Although they are not very powerful, they may be useful for detection.

She affixed the talisman to the stone wall and infused it with spiritual power. After flashing a few times, the talisman slowly merged into the stone wall.
(End of this chapter)