A Single Person's Infinite Wonderful Life

"Oh no! The house isn't cleaned yet! Ugh, now the workload has piled up!" Jin Chengzhai Qianye put down her game console and looked at the clock on the wall. She realized that she had been playing games for more than two hours without realizing it. If her eyes hadn't felt a little sore, she wouldn't have looked up at the time.

"It doesn't matter, I have special skills for cleaning rooms," Li Wei said with a smile.

Li Wei put down the game console, took out a few sheets of yellow paper from the drawer, quickly folded them into small paper figures, blew on them, and the small paper figures swelled up, temporarily given life.

After landing, the paper figures began cleaning the room. Although these paper figures were small, they also possessed the ability to cast spells. When using magic, they were very efficient at cleaning.

Jinchengzhai Qianye showed a surprised expression. She curiously placed her finger on the head of a paper doll. The chubby little paper doll slapped her finger away and continued to use magic to gather the surrounding trash into a ball.

"Wow! How amazing!" Jin Chengzhai Qianye exclaimed in surprise. She wasn't scared by the fact that these paper figures could move. On the contrary, these cute little paper figures, like chibi anime dolls, gave people a cute feeling.

What was originally a flat piece of paper became three-dimensional after being folded into a doll, and even the surface became smooth. Except for the slightly blurry official documents, it looked like a character from a cute mobile game.

Chapter 1. The Difficulties of Modern Cultivation

Jin Chengzhai Qianye's surprise had exceeded the threshold, but now she calmed down. After learning that Li Wei was not an ordinary person, she could understand whatever happened around him, no matter how absurd it seemed to ordinary people. Just like the scene before her, it could completely destroy the values ​​of ordinary people.

The chubby little paper figures ran around the house, and a lot of garbage and dust were rolled into balls, like dung beetle dung balls, and pushed by the little paper figures to the open space in the living room.

The little paper figures chirped and chattered, communicating in their own unique way. Their bird-like calls made them even more adorable.

“These little guys were just pieces of paper a moment ago, but now they’ve come to life. It’s incredible. Is this the legendary magic?” Jin Chengzhai Qianye said.

Jinchengzhai Qianye also has a considerable understanding of the local folk culture of Japan. In the Shinto religion system, it is said that some powerful shrine maidens and priests can use paper to create shikigami (spirits) to subdue demons.

There are depictions of this in anime as well, but the shikigami in those anime are all powerful and cool. However, when it comes to Li Wei, the art style is completely skewed.

"I guess so. Anyway, there are fewer and fewer people who know how to use this kind of magic now. People can't calm down and cultivate these days, so there are far fewer people with real skills than before," Li Wei said.

When Li Wei used to read novels, he often saw descriptions of the Dharma-ending Age, the thinning of spiritual energy in heaven and earth, and the mysterious decline of the whole world. But to be honest, after becoming an extraordinary being, Li Wei realized that this was just wishful thinking on the part of novelists. The reason why fewer and fewer people can cultivate real skills now is very simple: they can't settle their minds.

For people in ancient times, due to a lack of entertainment, cultivating Taoism itself was a form of entertainment. Experiencing their gradual progress was the greatest pleasure for them.

But now we lack nothing. As long as we're not in a war-torn or impoverished country, any ordinary country with a relatively stable social environment will have no shortage of entertainment options. Human society as a whole is currently in a state of restlessness, with many following the philosophy of "entertainment to the death," making their days as colorful as possible. But for spiritual cultivation, that's poison. Therefore, it's difficult for modern people to develop genuine skills.

Of course, there are always those who can truly master the art. Although the overall social atmosphere is very restless, there are always a few who can persevere, gain positive feedback from their cultivation, and go further and further on the path of cultivation. However, these people are cultivating for the sake of cultivation itself, no longer pursuing anything external, so they will no longer appear in the public eye.

For example, nightclubs these days. The chaotic lights and loud noises in nightclubs can have a huge negative impact on a person's mind and spirit. So, spiritual practitioners would instinctively avoid such places of debauchery. But some young people nowadays like such environments, and these environments are also hunting grounds for certain beings that cannot be explained by science. They don't take lives, but they want the negative energy that humans generate when they release extreme emotions. Violence, lust, jealousy, and arrogance are the negative emotions that are most easily bred in places like nightclubs, and those beings like these things.

If an individual can't even overcome the chaos of tone, then what's the point of pursuing a profession? It's better to just give up early; continuing to struggle is pointless.

However, in modern society, the chaos of sound and color is everywhere. Sounds disturb the ears, and colors disturb the mind. Exciting competitive games, short videos that keep you scrolling endlessly, gambling games that cause great emotional ups and downs, and various other forms of entertainment that consume the mind are all huge obstacles to one's spiritual path.

It is precisely because the overall environment is like a "demonic realm" that cultivators are becoming increasingly rare. In this environment, even if you were given genuine cultivation manuals and personally taught how to cultivate, that person might not necessarily master anything, for the reasons mentioned above. Don't blame the uneven road; the problem is the incompetence of the people.

Jin Chengzhai Qianye stood up and began chasing after the tiny paper chubby creatures. However, these little guys were very agile, and no matter how hard she tried, she couldn't catch them. Moreover, when she missed, these little guys would make faces at her, which made her both angry and amused.

After several attempts, realizing he couldn't catch these agile little creatures, Jinchengzhai Qianye gave up.

"Such a spell must be extremely difficult to execute. In any case, I've never heard of any priests or shrine maidens in Japan who know this technique," said Jin Chengzhai Qianye.

"In Japan, while the overall quality of cultivators isn't great, there are still a few who can use paper as weapons. However, they're all quite old and no longer fighting on the front lines," Li Wei said.

The cultivation world in Japan does have some merit. Some elderly cultivators who dedicate themselves to cultivation and detach themselves from worldly affairs have cultivated for decades and achieved some real results. However, the younger generation in the cultivation world, like Chongguo, is simply lacking. Modern society offers too many temptations for cultivators, so the cultivation level of younger cultivators is generally not very high.

Only after these cultivators calm their minds can they truly make further progress and surpass the limits of ordinary people. However, generally speaking, most cultivators who can achieve this are over forty years old. Although their mental state has reached the required level, their physical bodies have been delayed for more than ten years, leading to a situation where their physical bodies cannot keep up with their cultivation. An overly powerful spirit can, in turn, affect the body, causing mental and spiritual imbalances and internal heat. This situation is what was mentioned earlier as a imbalance of defensive qi. The body's defensive qi will turn blood red. Before the body and spirit achieve harmony, the red defensive qi will become a major hidden danger for the cultivator, exposing their true nature.

When encountering knowledgeable people, they can tell whether a person has any spiritual cultivation just by squinting at them. This makes it easy for cultivators with imbalanced defensive energy to be schemed against.

Jin Chengzhai Qianye was somewhat surprised; she hadn't expected that there were people in Japan capable of doing such amazing things.

Li Wei said, "Although the cultivation system here in Japan is incomplete and it's easy for people to go astray, there are also people who truly achieve success in cultivation. Anyone who can cultivate real power with such an incomplete system deserves respect."

Li Wei was speaking the truth. Compared to the cultivation system in Japan, the cultivation system in Japan has very serious flaws. Therefore, cultivators in Japan are prone to seeing things in black and white, going astray, and not even being able to fully control their own emotions, which can lead to them going astray and destroying themselves.

Moreover, in order to make up for their own deficiencies, practitioners in Japan often deal with certain unclean things, using the method of using impurity to replenish purity in their cultivation. It is precisely because they often deal with unclean things that the stories of practitioners in Japan that have been passed down to ordinary people are mostly very strange, and even quite frightening.

The cultivation system in Japan is more like that of folk healers, shamans, and sorcerers in China, playing a game of "seven-injury fist"—before achieving a high level of cultivation, every action they take is like planting seeds of future trouble, requiring considerable time to eliminate the hidden dangers. Therefore, these cultivators sometimes refuse to act even for money, not because they want to put on airs, but because they genuinely cannot. Until they resolve the consequences of their previous actions, they cannot truly engage in combat.

Volume 1. The Goddess of the Sekirei

Chapter 1. Spell Modification

Jin Chengzhai Qianye said, "So what was shown in those movies was actually true. I used to think that these things were just feudal superstition, just folklore passed down through generations."

Although Jinchengzhai Qianye has some interest in folk customs, in Japan, folk customs are always inevitably associated with the bizarre and superstitious. Because she is afraid of watching horror movies, she is both curious and afraid of these contents and does not dare to go into them in depth.

After all, in Japan, there have been legends of samurai exorcising demons and monks and priests subduing monsters since ancient times. In the past, she would only listen to these things as stories, but now it seems that there is no smoke without fire, and some things may be more than just legends.

Li Wei said, "Ordinary people would think the same way you do before they see these things with their own eyes, which is normal. After all, some things can only be believed by seeing them. Ordinary people would be terrified if they encountered such strange things, and would end up on the missing persons list. So ordinary people don't know about these things."

Most ordinary people in the world are like Lord Ye who loved dragons but feared them in return—curious before they've actually seen them, but only filled with fear when they do. If the other party also harbors ill intentions, then that person is doomed, their name added to the missing persons list.

Every year, a number of people die in Japan. Besides various accidents, murders, and human trafficking, some of these deaths are simply not the work of a human being.

Jin Chengzhai Qianye watched as the little paper figures put all the trash into the trash can, and then each of them climbed onto the coffee table. After arranging themselves neatly, they seemed to enter a state of hibernation, and all the little guys completely stopped.

Jin Chengzhai Qianye said, "Why did they stop? Weren't they running around just now? Is it like their toys ran out of power?"

Li Wei said, "Because they have completed their mission and I have not given them any new instructions, they have chosen to hibernate. In ancient times, there were actually quite a few people who knew such minor spells, but in modern times, although such spells have not been lost, there are fewer people who can use them."

Jinchengzhai Qianye wanted to ask herself if she could learn such magic, but after thinking about it, she decided not to say it aloud. Such an ability must be precious, so why should Li Wei teach her such a valuable power? She could find the answer by putting herself in Li Wei's shoes; there was no need to ask the question too clearly and make both of them feel awkward.

Li Wei said, "Such spells are extremely taxing on ordinary people, so I personally do not recommend learning them before you have reached a certain level of cultivation. At the very least, you need to lay a solid foundation first."

Judging from Li Wei's tone, Jin Chengzhai Qianye felt that Li Wei didn't seem to mind letting her learn such magic, otherwise he wouldn't have said that.

"Can I learn this kind of magic too?" Jinchengzhai Qianye asked cautiously.

“Of course, I’ve already revealed my secret to you. If you want to learn, I’m happy to teach you. However, try not to show off your abilities in front of others. These days, the world is dangerous, and you can’t see into people’s hearts, so you have to be careful,” Li Wei said seriously.

Jinchengzhai Qianye nodded, because what Li Wei said made sense. She had watched so much television and seen the experiences of the main characters in TV shows and movies, so she knew that there were some things that had to be guarded against.

Li Wei asked, "Are you very interested in magic?"

Jin Chengzhai Qianye nodded. A brand new world had opened its doors to her, and it would be a lie to say she wasn't curious. However, she knew that while this world was incredibly magical, it was also extremely dangerous. Without a guide, venturing out on her own would easily lead to trouble.

Li Wei pulled out a few DVDs from the drawer and said, "Here are some movies starring an actress named Lin Zhengying. If you watch these movies, you'll have a general understanding of what you're going to learn next."

Before he achieved extraordinary success, Li Wei was a big fan of Uncle Ying's zombie movies. It can be said that no matter what kind of horror movie it was, as long as Uncle Ying appeared, he would no longer be afraid.

Within the zombie movie universe, Uncle Ying may not be the most powerful Taoist priest, but he is definitely the one who gives people the greatest sense of security, without equal. Neither Master Four Eyes nor Master Thousand Cranes possess Uncle Ying's unique charisma.

Jin Chengzhai Qianye said, "But it's already time to cook. If I don't cook now, what will we eat for lunch?"

Li Wei laughed and said, "Have you forgotten about these hardworking little guys?"

Li Wei pointed to the chibi dolls on the coffee table.

"Li Weijun, don't you feel any guilt making these cute little guys cook? Besides, they're made of paper; if they touch a fire, they could easily catch fire."

Li Wei laughed and said, "Don't worry, although these little guys look cute, their original form is the 'Yellow Turban Warriors' of Taoist magic. They've just been transformed into cute dolls. If it really comes down to it, these little guys can crush most demons and monsters. Mere mortal flames can't do anything to them."

Li Wei's understanding of magic allows him to modify the spells he has mastered in various ways, freeing them from the original casting procedures and effects. Transforming a tall and mighty Yellow Turban warrior into a chubby little guy the size of a palm is a very simple matter for him. Moreover, such a change will not affect his combat power, and it can also make the appearance of the modified warrior mislead the enemy, allowing him to gain the upper hand in magical battles.

Jin Chengzhai Qianye sighed and said, "If you rely solely on magic, Li Weijun, you'll become a parasite."

Li Wei said, "I'm a lazy person by nature. Without magic, this place wouldn't be as clean as you see it. Let's watch a movie first. These are all movies I highly recommend. You and I don't need to take care of lunch. Those kids are better than the most professional chefs. We can just wait to have a feast."

“Alright, once I learn this spell, I will absolutely not let these cute little guys do such chores,” Jinchengzhai Qianye said.

Li Wei just smiled. After experiencing the life of a lazy person, who would still want to do chores? Don't be fooled by Jin Chengzhai Qianye's righteous words now. When the time comes, she'll probably be just as lazy as him. Why bother with magic when you have it?

This modified version of the Yellow Turban Warrior is very common on the floating island. Every girl has mastered this spell, but they choose whether to use it or not depending on their mood.

Chapter 1. Folk Culture

Before long, the sounds of pots and pans clattering came from the kitchen. These little guys have the ability to move and also possess powerful "telekinesis." Telekinesis is very easy for them, so even though they are only the size of an adult's palm, they can still do all kinds of housework very well.

Hearing the cheerful chirping coming from the kitchen, Jin Chengzhai Qianye felt a pang of guilt, as if she were exploiting child laborers. Looking at Li Wei's nonchalant expression, she felt a surge of resentment, thinking how miserable those little ones were to have such a lazy master.

Li Wei inserted the disc into Photoshop, set the options, and the movie began to appear.

Li Wei had long wanted to "preach" to Jin Chengzhai Qianye, so he used magic to complete the Japanese dubbing of the film in advance, using magic to make the dubbing effect seamless, ensuring authenticity while also allowing viewers to understand the various terms in the film.

Ordinary dubbing wouldn't be able to achieve the level of Li Wei. After all, the Japanese have limitations in their understanding of Okinawan culture, so there will inevitably be errors in the translation of films. However, with Li Wei doing this, these problems are eliminated. All the films on this compressed disc were translated and dubbed by Li Wei, and his purpose in doing so was to let Jinchengzhai Qianye experience the charm of Okinawan folk films.

Jin Chengzhai Qianye was currently bursting with curiosity. She had heard that the movie she was about to watch was like an instruction manual for entering a new world, and she became very focused.

The special effects in zombie movies from the last century were quite rudimentary. However, the veteran actors of that era were able to achieve the best results with the most basic effects, something that today's young idols can't do. Jin Chengzhai Qianye was already immersed in the movie's plot, her emotions rising and falling with the story. More than ten minutes flew by, and "Mr. Vampire" ended. Jin Chengzhai Qianye breathed a sigh of relief; she hadn't expected that an old movie from the last century could be so captivating.

The little strongmen had already placed the food on the coffee table in the living room. The rich aroma pulled Jin Chengzhai Qianye back from the world of the movie to the real world.

The two sat on small stools and began to enjoy their lunch, while the little warriors chased and played under the coffee table. Their shrunken size also affected their temporary mental state, making them as lively as children.

"It smells so good?! This flavor is far superior to that of an average chef." Jin Chengzhai Qianye exclaimed in surprise.

To accommodate Jinchengzhai Qianye's tastes, Li Wei didn't prepare his favorite Sichuan and Chongqing dishes, but instead made local Japanese cuisine. However, these little samurai's culinary skills far surpassed those of ordinary chefs, so their dishes would hold their own even in food-themed anime. Of course, the bizarre dishes in "Toriko" are difficult for the little samurai to achieve, but in works like "Food Wars! Shokugeki no Soma," "Cooking Master Boy," "Restaurant to Another World," and "Emiya's Menu," the little samurai's cooking is quite impressive.

Li Wei said, "I often cook myself, but cooking is just a hobby for me. When I'm feeling lazy, I use magic to cheat. To be honest, being lazy is quite a pleasant thing."

What Li Wei enjoys is the process of being lazy itself; the reason for being lazy is not important to him.

Jinchengzhai Qianye asked, "If I follow the steps in the learning process, how long will it take me to learn the spells to create these little guys?"

Jin Chengzhai Qianye discovered the convenience of this spell. It could save her a lot of time, allowing her to focus her energy on more important things without being distracted by various household chores.

Jin Chengzhai Qianye secretly felt guilty, realizing that she had already been led astray by Li Wei, which made her feel somewhat embarrassed.

After all, she had just expressed sympathy for these little guys, but now she's changed her mind. This makes her seem like Li Wei, a villain who would feel justified in exploiting these little guys.

Li Wei said, "For a normal person, it would probably take forty to ten years to cultivate."

"Eh?! It takes this long?! But Li Weijun, you are so young!" Jinchengzhai Qianye said in surprise.

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Li Wei said, "My situation is rather special. I am a genius. One year of cultivation for me is equivalent to ten years for others. That's why I can use spells that only old monsters can use at this age. Don't be fooled by how cute these little guys are. Their prototype is the Yellow Turban Warrior of the Taoist sect. Although they are artificial gods modeled after real deities, their combat power is undeniable. Ordinary demons and monsters would be so scared that they would march in formation and greet them when they encounter them."