System crash? I prove it with my control panel!

Meanwhile, in the next house, a small figure with bloodshot eyes was staring intently at the contents of the jade slip.

It was Chu Feng!

Both being of mid-grade spiritual roots, Chen Wen had already successfully entered the Dao, but he was still struggling to find the right method, which frustrated him greatly.

You should know that you still have the village chief to teach you, but what does Brother Jingwen have?

They even had to suffer the torment of being possessed by the old demon.

Thinking of this, Chu Feng became even more determined to study the introductory jade slip again and again.

In the past few days, he has memorized almost all the contents of the introductory jade slip.

"Brother Jingwen, you're not lying to me, are you?"

Chu Feng was also unsure for a moment.

He knew Jingwen had no reason to lie to him, but he was completely clueless at the moment.

He could only silently read through the fragments Chen Jingwen had recounted over and over again.

"The Qingming Qi-Guiding Technique, originally a secret method of the Pure Land School, is known for its peaceful and mellow nature. It has no affiliation and was originally named the Taishang Qingjing Jing - Qi-Guiding Chapter."

After communicating with the Pure Pure Sect, the sect incorporated the entire cultivation method and renamed it "Azure Darkness Qi Guiding Technique"...

Even though Chu Feng had read it many times before, he couldn't help but marvel at this point.

"This sect has really lost all sense of shame, tsk tsk tsk..."

"But speaking of which, I seem to have read the Qingjing Jing before, and there's nothing strange about it?"

Chu Feng recalled the contents of the Qingjing Jing (Classic of Purity and Tranquility) that he had read in the library.

"Tranquility is the state of mind, nature, and non-action..."

and many more!

Chu Feng's eyes suddenly widened as if struck by lightning.

"Tranquility...non-action?!"

He suddenly stood up, paced back and forth in the room, and kept muttering to himself:

"Yes, Brother Jingwen must mean that: tranquility and non-action, following the natural way!"

"The Tao follows the way of nature!"

"I get it!"

"I finally understand!!!"

Chu Feng was overjoyed, feeling all the pent-up frustration in his chest disappear and his whole being suddenly enlightened.

However, he himself could never calm down.

After thinking for a long time, I turned my gaze to the bathtub next to me.

There was still hot water in the bucket that the servants had brought that night, but it was now cold.

Without hesitation, he jumped into the bucket.

The icy water instantly enveloped him, making him shiver and gasp.

However, I calmed down as well.

After getting out of the tub, he dried himself off, changed his clothes, and then took out the jade slip containing the cultivation technique to begin studying it.

After a while.

He suddenly shuddered, slowly opened his eyes, and revealed a glint of light.

A look of delight appeared on his face. "Just as I suspected! Brother Jingwen was right!"

......

"Having a child... should be like mine..."

"That old bastard!"

Chen Wen started cursing angrily early in the morning, and almost cursed himself as well.

It was only because Chen Polang suddenly transmitted his memories last night that he didn't have time to check the contents of his storage bag.

Early this morning, he couldn't wait to take out the Soul-Piercing Needle, wanting to play with it properly and refine it first.

As soon as he took it out, ready to perform a blood sacrifice, he discovered that the soul-piercing object already had an owner.

He couldn't even control it.

At this moment, a trace of information that Chen Polang had stored on it appeared.

【Jingwen, my son, this Soul-Piercing Needle is an opportunity I obtained during my early travels. This thing is too sinister, and I do not want you to be tainted by karma, so I left a restriction on it.】

If you encounter danger, you can throw this item, and it will protect you. Remember, it can only be used three times. Only after you have established your foundation can you remove my restrictions and refine it yourself!

Translation: This is a good thing. I'm afraid you'll lose it, so I'll keep it safe for you.

Doesn't it look like a heart full of love and affection?

But, according to Chen Polang's plan, will he ever reach the Foundation Establishment stage?

That's why Chen Wencai broke through his defenses.

This old bastard wanted him to become a talisman master or healer who would be powerless to resist when he possessed the body.

Moreover, the other items in the storage bag are all for assisting cultivation.

The jade slip contained only a few basic attack spells.

Fireball spell? With his wood elemental root, he could at most light a fire with it.

Wooden Arrow Technique is a suitable technique for him, but it only involves controlling wooden vines to shoot, and it cannot deal with the soul at all!

That old bastard!

Chen Wen couldn't help but curse again.

After stopping, I pondered to myself.

It seems that for this top-tier reward, I should choose an offensive technique, preferably one related to the soul!

Speaking of the soul.

Chen Wen discovered something else interesting.

The accurate start was the reason why I suddenly gained spiritual awareness.

When he woke up, he found that his spiritual consciousness had increased by another meter.

According to records, this represents the mid-stage of Qi Refining.

But he had only been practicing Qi cultivation for one day.

Last night, I only practiced the Xuanhuang Refining Heart Technique.

therefore.

The answer is obvious.

It was Chen Polang's memories that caused his proficiency in the Xuanhuang Refining Heart Technique to skyrocket, which also provided the technique with ample nourishment to his soul, thus enabling him to gain spiritual awareness ahead of schedule.

In conclusion, although Chen Polang was a bastard, he was a beneficial insect!

This applies only to Chen Wen himself.

...

After a quick wash, Chen Wen went outside to have lunch with the others.

As Chen Wen had predicted, all three of them had red and swollen eyes, clearly indicating that they hadn't slept all night.

After Chen Wen took his seat, the three of them sat down.

Although I already said last night that we should just continue to get along as before.

However, Xiao Hongyu and Jia Xu were still somewhat reserved.

Chu Feng hadn't changed much; he was still the same as always, his eyes looking exhausted yet unusually bright.

Chen Wen had a vague idea, and if he was right, he should have figured it out.

The meal was enjoyed by everyone.

Jia Xu stopped talking and ate in silence.

Because of her public persona, Xiao Hongyu did not reveal her closeness with Jia Xu from the previous day.

after eating.

Chen Wen and Chu Feng went to the lecture square together.

Seeing that no one was nearby, Chu Feng finally couldn't hold back any longer and excitedly whispered:

"Jingwen, I understand!"

Chen Wen naturally cupped his hands in reply:

"Oh, it seems you've only been practicing for a few days now. Congratulations!"

"Oh, not at all, it was just luck!"

Chu Feng shook his head and smiled modestly.

Chen Wen frowned slightly; why did he hate that phrase so much...?

However, he didn't show it. Now that Chu Feng had figured it out, he could share his experience with him.

The kindness he showed me with his book, "The Mysterious Yellow Heart Refining Technique," was immense.

Chen Wen felt he had to repay the debt; otherwise, he would not be at peace with himself.

Even in his previous life, Chen Wen was a man who always repaid kindness and avenged wrongs.

They are the type of person who doesn't cause trouble, but when trouble comes, they dare to fight to the death.

Arriving at the lecture square, I casually found a seat and sat down, quietly waiting for the lecture to begin.

Suddenly, a commotion arose from behind;

"It has to be Senior Brother He; he's already entered the Dao!"

"Senior Sister Bai has also entered the Dao; she's truly a woman who rivals any man!"

"Wait, there was nothing happening just two days ago, why are there so many newcomers today?"

"Heh, what do you know? Entering the Dao in three days is just normal practice for inner disciples. I heard that the senior brother with the Heavenly Spiritual Root entered the Dao in one day!"

"But...could they be taking pills to rush to achieve enlightenment in three days? Otherwise, why didn't they do it in the first two days? Is it because they didn't want to?"

"How dare you! You've eaten too many red beans, haven't you!"

......

All the sounds around him were within Chen Wen's spiritual sense, leaving no room for escape.

When Chen Wen heard that a disciple with spiritual roots had entered the Dao in a single day, he couldn't help but gasp in amazement. He had thought he was fast enough, but he never expected there were still higher levels to reach!

However, in order to enter the Dao within three days, he specially took pills to forcibly enter the Dao... Interesting.

Chen Wen's lips curled up, revealing a sense of relief.

He was worried that if he was the only one to enter the Dao today, being singled out would be too conspicuous.

Now that others have joined the path, I am no longer so conspicuous.

Since I got in through connections anyway, I might as well make it look like I forced my way into the Dao by taking pills.

Chen Wen made up his mind.

At this moment, the inner disciples walked by one after another.

He Yuhao was enjoying the envious glances from everyone, and he couldn't help but smile.

Suddenly, I noticed an oddball in the crowd, sitting cross-legged with his eyes closed, as if everything around him was irrelevant.

Who is this person? Such a pretentious show-off!

He was somewhat displeased.

However, the next moment, his gaze sharpened and his pupils suddenly contracted.

Because he sensed a faint fluctuation of spiritual energy emanating from that person, the same as that emanating from himself.

It is obvious that this outer disciple has already entered the Dao.

He turned to look at his underlings, then gestured towards Chen Wen with his chin, "Who's that guy?"

The younger brother glanced at it, his gaze somewhat strange. "Isn't this the one you invited the other day who failed? What, are you inviting him again?"

But he still respectfully whispered, "Senior Brother He, that is Chen Jingwen, who came in first place in the last written examination."

"What?!"

He Yuhao was shocked to hear this.

He was able to enter the Dao in three days entirely because of his background. His brother helped him decipher the cultivation method and digest the elixir, which enabled him to succeed in one fell swoop.

As far as I know, ten inner disciples have successfully entered the Dao. Apart from the Bai family's group of sword fanatics who are too poor to afford the pills for their offspring to enter the Dao, of course, their pride would not allow this to happen.

The other eight people all used similar methods to him.

After all, the cultivation method will be changed after a year, and no one will continue to practice this method.

Although this method is profound and enduring, it is still without attributes, but it is too peaceful, and can be said to be unremarkable.

Of the more than 300 inner disciples, only ten entered the Dao within three days.

The others weren't suspected of cheating; they were all caught. Only the nine of them managed to slip through the net and get away with it.

But now, there is another person who has also successfully entered the Dao, and he is even an outer disciple!

He Yuhao felt that this matter was too absurd.

At this moment, a subordinate behind him suddenly leaned over and whispered in his ear:

"Senior Brother He, I heard this person has powerful connections."

"Oh? Who is their background?"

Upon hearing this, He Yuhao's expression softened slightly. So they were kindred spirits.

The younger brother continued, "I heard that when she entered the sect, she was personally escorted by Senior Sister Qin Shuiru, a core disciple of Zixia Peak, and she used a spot reserved for her relatives and friends."

"Qin Shuiru?!"

He Yuhao was startled by what he heard, glanced at Chen Wen with an uncertain expression, and left without saying a word.

The younger brother was slightly taken aback. Wasn't the plan to recruit them?

Big shots are so hard to please!

...

Chen Wen had seen everything He Yuhao did.

As the person who had recruited him, Chen Wen immediately noticed his gaze as soon as it fell on him and extended his spiritual sense to him.

He fiddled with the jade pendant, observing it with distraction.

Upon hearing Qin Shuiru's name, it was discovered that his initial intention to recruit her vanished instantly, replaced by a complex expression, perhaps even one of disgust or apprehension.

Chen Wen was somewhat puzzled, but he silently made a note of it.

He continued to play with the jade pendant that identified him.

He has just performed the blood oath ceremony.

Don't say it.

This jade pendant is actually quite nice; it's basically a simplified version of a mobile phone.

For example, as Master Li mentioned before, one can submit their chosen spells and Taoist scriptures through an identity jade token.

He just tried it out, activating the jade tablet with spiritual energy.

The surface of the jade plaque then revealed intersecting patterns, which eventually converged into a palm-sized screen of light.

It displays the mission hall, scripture pavilion, alchemy room, weapon forging workshop, map, and so on.

With a thought, he entered the Sutra Repository interface.

Instantly, the names of various spells appeared.

There are also options, such as first floor, second floor, etc.

Their rewards are naturally chosen from one level.

Soon, a list of spell names appeared before my eyes.

Just as he was about to take a closer look...

Suddenly, the silence array was activated.

He quickly put away his identity jade token and looked up.

Sure enough, Li Shi's figure had already appeared.

Chen Wen sat upright and solemnly.

After Li Xuan took his seat, he sensed the faint fluctuations of spiritual energy emanating from the disciples below and nodded slightly.

It seems these disciples have good aptitude this year; eleven of them entered the Dao in just three days on Qingchi Peak alone... Hmm?

Li Xuan's gaze suddenly locked onto a person on the periphery of the crowd.

Outer disciple?

Li Xuan's eyes lit up; he had found a promising talent.

Those inner disciples were no longer even glanced at.

Those were people who forcibly entered the Dao using elixirs.

He could tell at a glance who had used pills and who hadn't.

It's just that these people's elders have given them too much, so they just turn a blind eye.

But this outer disciple in front of him was too conspicuous.

At a glance, the spiritual energy was clear and pure, clearly cultivated by oneself.

He immediately sent a telepathic message.

"Excellent, worthy of Grade A!"

"Thank you very much, Teacher Li!"

Chen Wen quickly bowed and thanked him.

The disciples standing nearby saw Chen Wen suddenly stand up and bow, and they knew perfectly well that he had gained Master Li's favor.

Their eyes were filled with envy.

There are many disciples here, but only one Master Li. Apart from giving lectures, how can one have the opportunity to interact with him, let alone receive praise?

The lecture was the same as usual today.

There was just another notice posted at the entrance.

There are only eleven names on it.

"Jingwen, I know you got to be number one again by sheer luck, didn't you?"

After struggling back to the courtyard, Chu Feng plopped down on a stone bench and began to tease.

Chen Wen nodded with a smile:

"Of course, how could an outer disciple with only a mid-grade spiritual root and mediocre talent compare to those inner disciples' prodigies?"

"Jingwen, if you are only mediocre, what are we compared to you!"

Just then, a sound came from the doorway.

A young woman in purple robes pushed open the door and entered. She was beautiful, had a sharp temperament, and her sword-like eyebrows were particularly striking.

This person is calm and knowledgeable, Bai Zhanyue.

Bai Zhantang's sister is not a biological sibling, but a cousin from the same family.

Chen Wen and Chu Feng stood up and greeted, "Senior Sister Bai!"

"No need for formalities, we're about the same age, just call me Zhan Yue!"

Bai Zhanyue waved his hand and said with a heroic air.

She showed none of the gentleness and grace typical of a young woman.

Chen Wen readily agreed, then asked with a puzzled look:

"Zhan Yue, may I ask what brings you here today?"

Bai Zhanyue smiled and said, "Firstly, I came to see our top scorer in both tests. He is indeed a handsome and talented man, living up to his reputation. Secondly, I heard that my good-for-nothing younger brother seems to have offended you, so I came to apologize!"

As she spoke, her brows furrowed, and she turned and shouted:

"Bai Zhantang, get over here now!"

.......