The End of the Immortal Path

Chapter 99 What Kind of Wife Do You Like?

Immediately, news about Jiang Man's personal information came into Yu Wanyi's view.

August 1st.

Yunqian Si.

The sixth courtyard in the backyard of Qingyun Pavilion.

Name: Jiang Man.

Rank: 1 (out of 226).

Cultivation level: Qi Refining Level 9.

Cultivation Technique Levels: Dawn Qi Refining Method, Level 11; Simple Qi and Blood Method, Level 9; Water and Wood Visualization Method, Level 13.

Resources obtained: Simplified Qi Refining Method, Dawn Qi Refining Method, Simplified Qi and Blood Method, Simplified Visualization Method, Water and Wood Visualization Method, Heavenly Heart Seal, Nine Clouds Dragon Suppressing Seal, Divine Walking Step, Six Harmony Palm, Three Talents Strength, Dragon Suppressing Method.
Score: 100.

Comment: One man has utterly defeated Yunqiansi.

"Huh?" Yu Wanyi looked at Shui Mu Guan Fa with some surprise.

You actually mastered it?
"There's something there. I don't know if he discovered it himself or if someone gave him pointers, but to reach the thirteenth level in such a short time is definitely something to pay attention to."

"No wonder Senior Sister Xia asked me to keep an eye on him. She must have sensed something when she taught him the Water and Wood Contemplation Method."

As for the ninth level of Qi Refining, and others, there's nothing worth paying attention to.

Even with a score of 100, it's impossible to determine his true ability.

"Miss Yu, may we begin?" a middle-aged man asked from the side.

"Let's begin. Tomorrow I'll take the top five to the sect; the rest of you can escort them," Yu Wanyi said.

"Alright, with Miss Yu's assessment included, we should be able to complete it today without any unforeseen circumstances," the middle-aged man said.

Yu Wanyi nodded. She needed to use some techniques to see if these people could integrate and apply what they had learned over the past three years, and also to assess their abilities in this area.

The more a technology can be integrated and applied, the further it will go in the future.

The era of simply absorbing spiritual energy is over.

The assessment materials were then distributed.

Jiang Man sat in the very center of the first row of the square.

He was surprised to find that the sect's assessment also tested cultivation level.

I don't know how many matches there are.

There was no prior notice before the assessment.

However, his cultivation level is now just as good, and maintaining first place is a piece of cake for him.

The first test was the same as usual, but the time was much shorter, and the cultivation level was actually mixed with other techniques.

After handing in the books, Jiang Man thought he could rest.

However, a new round of assessments has begun.

This time, it's actually targeting the physical body, the mind, and magic.

Jiang Man felt a little regretful.

The time was too short; his physical body remained at the eighth level, but his spirit reached the ninth level.

We can only continue to improve it later.

After all, there is still some distance to travel to the sect.

That should be enough for him to advance to the ninth level of the physical body realm.

The only pity is that I couldn't pass the assessment in my best condition.

Jiang Man didn't think much about it and focused on finishing this writing first.

Fortunately, he didn't pass the Heavenly Heart Seal exam; his Heavenly Heart Seal level was too low.

After a long while, Jiang Man felt somewhat tired after finishing writing.

Not only him, but others as well.

Moreover, everyone's level of fatigue was roughly the same.

A strong mental capacity seems to require a lot of energy, so everyone's condition is similar.

When the third book was handed out, Jiang Man was surprised. There was actually another one?
Since no specific rules were given, Jiang Man could only write them down.

This time, however, he paused.

The material tested this time was actually similar to what Wang Yan had taken.

this.
I've encountered a weakness.

No one told him that the sect's assessment would include these things.

I've never seen this superior cultivation technique before, but I can only do my best.

This time, Jiang Man spent a lot of time and energy, and the answer was not much better than Wang Yan's.

This time it felt even more unfamiliar.

The others were even worse off.

After the third assessment, it was time for the actual combat.

As expected, Jiang Man won first place without any surprises.

Nobody wants to waste their energy on him.

During the actual combat, Yu Wanyi did not watch, but instead focused her attention on the books that had been confiscated.

The first person she looked at was Jiang Man.

He is at the ninth level of Qi Refining, the eighth level of Physical Body, the ninth level of Spirit, and all his magical techniques are at their maximum level.

"It's quite strong, just a little short of reaching the Qi Refining Perfection stage."

"His skills improved very quickly, no wonder he was called a heretic. He stayed up all night to cultivate and gained three more years of experience than others."

Afterwards, I read about the understanding and application of the exercises.

After reading it, she frowned slightly: "It can only be considered average, but it's not bad either. How can someone like this comprehend the Water and Wood Contemplation Method? It seems someone must have been guiding him."

Then I looked at other people's applications.

Three people were found to be stronger than Jiang Man.

One is Fang Tiancheng, one is Jiang Bing, and one is Fang Yong.

Apart from Fang Tiancheng, the other two were too weak in cultivation.

Afterwards, she checked the roster and discovered that Fang Yong had already been chosen.

It's so weak, yet someone still wants to take it in. It must be a poor person with no resources to irrigate it.

Otherwise, the growth rate will not be fast enough, and more time and resources will be needed.

She didn't care about that; now only Jiang Man, Fang Tiancheng, and Jiang Bing remained.

Logically speaking, Fang Tiancheng should be quite suitable, but she came here specifically to observe Jiang Man.

Therefore, she decided to give Jiang Man a chance.

Especially since Jiang Man was also a poor man.

It wasn't that she was incredibly clever; rather, the person in the very center of the examiners was dressed very plainly.

As for surprises, she didn't have that thought.

Just do things in a standard way; if she can't even establish a foundation for several years, then she'll be held accountable.

The actual combat exercise ended very quickly.

The rankings were released that same day.

First in Yunqian Division, Qingyun Pavilion, Jiang Man.

Second in Yunqian Division, Baili Tower, Fang Tiancheng.

Third in the Yunqian Division, Jianyue Tower, Li Yuan.

Fourth in the Yunqian Division, Jingchen Tower, Cheng Ning.

Fifth in the Yunqian Division, at Jianyue Tower, Yang Lin.

Yu Wanyi handed the list to Yun Qiansi's people and said, "Have these five people wait for me at the gate tomorrow morning, and I will take them to the sect."

"You can escort the rest yourselves."

"The ranking will be shifted down by ninety places."

"This time we've accepted ninety-five people."

"Six more than last year."

"In addition to those recruited, at least thirty-five more will be added later, and Yunqian Division will be responsible for arranging their livelihoods."

As she spoke, she took out some envelopes and said, "These are the regulations for this arrangement. The people who will be taking the assessment next year will come to review them. In addition, I have already obtained last year's materials, and I will begin reviewing them tonight."

"In addition, the enlightenment of the village is also the responsibility of Yunqiansi, and it is necessary to ensure that everyone can cultivate."

"The search of the mountains must not stop, in order to ensure that no ordinary people are left behind."

"In addition, there is a new law that requires those who want to serve as teachers in the village to have experience in village education."

After explaining these matters, Yu Wanyi flew away on her sword, as she needed to settle things from last year.

Although this job is tough, many people are willing to do it.

Yu Wanyi fiddled with the spiritual energy in her hand, speeding up the exploration process.

-

After the practical exercise ended, Jiang Man was about to return to his courtyard.

This is the last lecture.

After today, everyone will go their separate ways.

Of course, there are also some people who don't really want to go.

Especially those who were not selected.

At least half of them will lose the election.

It is not enough to obtain the qualifications to enter the sect.

As soon as they entered the sixth courtyard of Qingyun Pavilion, Cheng Yu approached with a book in hand: "Young Master Jiang, would you like to leave a message?"

Jiang Man initially wanted to refuse.

But the first page of the book is marked with the prefix "first place".

This isn't something that can't be mentioned.

But he was a little curious: "Me?"

“Everyone can make a suggestion, anything is fine, and then I will make twenty-six more copies, one for each person,” Cheng Yu said with a smile.

Jiang Man naturally had to participate in writing inscriptions for the entire courtyard.

We all stayed up all night studying together.

So what should we write?

Should we write about the present, or the future? Or perhaps the philosophy of life?

Cheng Yu didn't urge him, but instead asked others to think about what to write.

At this moment, Jiang Man had already begun writing.

Everyone around was curious about what Jiang Man was going to write. Fang Yong watched Jiang Man write and read aloud: "At the moment when the desolate sunset fades away, it is also the moment when the blazing morning sun shines forth!"

Jiang Man put down his pen and wrote his name.

"What do you mean?" Little Fatty asked.

Jiang Man handed the books to Fang Yong, then said to the chubby boy, "I don't know, I copied them."

Xiaopang: “.”

Soon everyone had finished writing their own text.

Cheng Yu immediately had someone make a rubbing.

Jiang Man then talked to Xiao Pang about the Spirit Gathering Pill, and mentioned that he would have Chang Qiwen bring it back later.

However, Little Fatty said, "No need, I'm going to the sect too."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Man was taken aback and somewhat puzzled.

"It's not about joining a sect, but rather that my uncle has a shop in the sect, and I'm going to help him open the shop and earn spiritual resources," the chubby boy said with a smile. "We'll still be able to meet then."

Jiang Man: "."

Those wicked rich kids.

He never expected to be able to enter the sect in this way.

Even the young masters and ladies of prominent families in Luoyun City would find it difficult to receive such treatment.

Then Mr. Zhao arrived. This time he wasn't so serious and said some ordinary things.

His first question was whether everyone had arrived.

He then added that after this lecture, many people would see each other for the last time.

He said that some people go to the mountains, and some go to the sea. There's no need to worry about it. Just cherish the present moment, and everything will be beautiful.

He added that once the door to the Sixth Courtyard is closed, and then reopened, our story will be over.

Finally, he said that he met everyone in the Sixth Courtyard in the summer, and that it also ended in the Sixth Courtyard in the summer.

Thus concluded the final lecture.

Many people felt a sense of emotion when they left the Sixth Courtyard.

Once the door was closed, no one looked back.

Once you leave, you'll never come back.

Even if they come back, it won't be their sixth courtyard.

The books that Cheng Yu had arranged were distributed to everyone before they left.

Little Fatty looked at Jiang Man, and finally clenched his fist and said, "Brother Jiang, we will definitely be able to keep seeing each other. When that happens, I will save up pills for you, and you will teach me how to cultivate."

Jiang Manyi said righteously, "We're all good friends, it's only right."

Chang Qiwen looked at Jiang Man for a long time before finally saying, "Remember to pay me back. I have to go to work now; it's time."

Jiang Man: "."

Song Qing said happily, "I have already reached the fourth level of Qi Refining. I have finally found a job as a guard."

"Which family took you in?" the chubby boy asked curiously.

“A prominent family.” Song Qing said gratefully to Jiang Man, “It’s the Gao family. If it weren’t for Jiang Man, I wouldn’t have been able to get in.”

The chubby boy looked suspicious: "The Gao family?"

“Yes, it’s a big family. Little Fatty, you also have the surname Gao. Are you a distant relative of the Gao family?” Song Qing asked.

Little Fatty gave an awkward smile and shared a piece of meat with Song Qing.

Afterwards, Jiang Man bid them farewell and went to find Mr. Zhao.

He naturally put the books away as well.

I'll take a look at what they've written when I have time.

Now, he has a big problem.

That is, how to get the old ox there.

He was naturally aware that they were leaving tomorrow.

But I definitely won't let the old ox go with me tomorrow.

Would it be dangerous to go alone?
If Meng Qiewei were to make a move during this time, it would be a huge problem.

I can only ask Mr. Zhao, and I should also give him something in return.

I am very grateful for Mr. Zhao's help during this period.

Otherwise, there will be a lot of trouble.

"These two books are for you, sir." Upon seeing Mr. Zhao, Jiang Man took out the books without the slightest hesitation.

The two books contain two methods of raising spirit beasts. One is a general guide to raising spirit beasts, which is useful for most spirit beasts.

There is also a book on special breeding methods, which includes the spirit steeds commonly found in Luoyun City.

Problems that can't be solved in the city can be found in books.

However, it takes time to fully understand it.

Zhao Leming glanced at the book briefly, then smiled and said, "We're leaving tomorrow? We need to prepare more."

Jiang Man hesitated for a moment and said, "Mr. Zhao, do you want this IOU?"

He then took out Lao Jin's IOU.

Zhao Leming glanced at the IOU, pondered for a moment, and said, "He's still working for the Li family. Are you planning to sell him to me?"

Jiang Man nodded: "Seven thousand."

This is an IOU for 10,000 yuan; once I leave, I might not be able to get it back.

It's better to just sell it.

He definitely wouldn't get it back if he sold it to Chang Qiwen, but it's different with Mr. Zhao.

They have both social status and position.

"Okay." Zhao Leming nodded.

Hearing this, Jiang Man breathed a sigh of relief.

Adding the remaining three thousand, he would have ten thousand spirit resources.

With ten thousand spiritual resources in hand, the method of Foundation Establishment is not a problem.

Jiang Man then mentioned the old ox.

Zhao Leming was quite surprised: "You're going to bring that cow with you?"

Jiang Man nodded.

Zhao Leming thought for a moment and said, "We definitely can't take them with us tomorrow; we can only go with the rest of the people."

"It should arrive around September."

Half a month later, Jiang Man could only nod after a moment's thought.

Hopefully, there won't be any problems in the next two weeks.

After confirming the arrangements made by the old ox, Jiang Man finally left.

He needs to discuss this with the old ox, and also needs to properly discuss the foundation building matter.

I'm leaving tomorrow, and it's really not used to not having my hardworking ox by my side.

-

On the way back, Cheng Yu asked Luo Xuan curiously, "Has the marriage proposal finally been decided?"

That's all over, so it should be confirmed by now.

Luo Xuan shook her head: "No, but it has already started."

"What kind of person do you think you will eventually marry?" Cheng Yu asked.

Luo Xuan shook her head, not daring to think too much, and simply said, "I will listen to my father."

This was the only thing she could do.

"And you?" Luo Xuan asked.

“I contacted Fang Yong, hoping to get his help,” Cheng Yu said.

Is he capable?

"It's hard to say. The fact that he was able to withstand the suppression from those families means that he must have someone behind him."

"Don't lose everything."

"You should worry about yourself. Do you want me to teach you how to win a man's heart?"

Luo Xuan glanced at the other person, then shook her head and left.

Upon returning to the Luo family home, Luo Xuan saw her father talking to a middle-aged man.

They had finished talking and were leaving.

Luo Xuan bowed her head to greet him midway, then watched him leave.

As Gao Cunfeng was being led out the door, he turned back and asked, "Patriarch Luo, is that your daughter?"

Luo Hanli nodded: "Exactly."

"Good girl." Gao Cunfeng shook his head and smiled, "The cooperation has been reached. The rest can be left to the Gao family."

After exchanging a few more pleasantries, Gao Cunfeng left.

On the way back to the Gao residence, we went to Little Fatty's courtyard.

The other person excitedly packed their things, eager to leave home.

"Is your family really that unpopular with you?" Gao Cunfeng asked as he sat down in his chair.

When Little Fatty saw the person who came, he smiled and said, "That's a sect. I can't get in through the entrance exam, but I can still go in and see it for myself. Of course, I should be happy."

Gao Cunfeng didn't dwell on that, but instead said, "Shall we talk about getting married?"

Little Fatty said warily, "No, we agreed to forget it."

Gao Cunfeng sighed and said, "Then you have to tell me what kind of person you like."

Little Fatty truthfully replied, "Thin, pretty, gentle, less talented than me, less skilled than me, shorter than me."

At first, Gao Cunfeng didn't seem to mind, but the more he listened, the more he frowned.

"Your cultivation level is inferior to yours?" Gao Cunfeng sighed. "Among young ladies from prominent families, there are too few to choose from. How about we lower the bar? Remove talent and cultivation level?"

"No way, I won't marry her," the chubby boy said righteously.

Gao Cunfeng: "."

If you're bad at the game, whose fault is it?

With a sigh, he said helplessly, "This time when you go to the sect, you may need another person to accompany you and guide you on how to open the shop. You probably won't be able to manage alone."

Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

Everyone says my two-in-one book has too few words.

Nonsense, haven't I seen you spend a little more money lately?

There are too many words in the description.

(End of this chapter)