A public notice was posted seeking a wife, and a female saint from the Immortal Sect was found.

Previously, the most bustling places in Qingyangfang were the Leiyuan and Zhaiyuelou.

The arena is specifically built for cultivators to fight. It contains arenas where cultivators can battle. Once on the arena, life or death is irrelevant.

Every time a cultivator steps onto the arena, the crowd of onlookers is enormous. Long ago, there were even Golden Core cultivators fighting to the death on it, but Chen Yi had only heard about these things and had never actually seen them.

He couldn't imagine what it would be like for Golden Core cultivators to fight to the death.

Besides the arena, there is also the Moon-Picking Pavilion. As a restaurant where cultivators live, eat, drink, and even cultivate, the Moon-Picking Pavilion is naturally a lively place.

However, things are different now. The Moon-Picking Pavilion is no longer as bustling as it used to be. When cultivators pass by the Moon-Picking Pavilion, they look at it with obvious awe.

An inner disciple of the Eastern Divine Sect lives here, and when cultivators pass by, they will subconsciously lighten their pace.

As Chen Yi stood at the entrance of Zhaiyue Tower, he noticed that many eyes were fixed on him. These eyes were intense and filled with undisguised envy.

Chen Yi understood that he, who was just a minor cultivator in the Qi Refining stage on the surface, had soared to become an outer sect steward and was now somewhat famous.

Some people will be envious, and some will be jealous. This is normal. Cultivators are also human beings, and they also have emotions and desires.

"I'm in the backyard on the first floor, come in." A voice rang out.

Upon hearing the voice, Chen Yi first bowed respectfully before pushing open the door and entering.

In the backyard on the first floor, he saw Zheng Shaoyang enjoying tea; there was no one else there.

Upon seeing Chen Yi, Zheng Shaoyang immediately asked, "How has your cultivation progressed lately? Has your Wind Condensation Technique improved?"

He didn't ask Chen Yi's purpose for coming. Since Chen Yi had come, he was naturally most concerned about Chen Yi's cultivation progress.

He needs Chen Yi to become stronger, strong enough to defeat Foundation Establishment cultivators while still in the Qi Refining stage, so that he can be confident in helping him get back what he wants.

Chen Yi looked ashamed and said, "Reporting to the Master, I have devoted myself to cultivation for the past month. My cultivation level has reached the peak of Qi Refining, and I have entered the basics of the Wind Condensation Technique. Although I have made some progress, my progress is not significant. I am afraid I have failed the Master's expectations."

Let's not make any definitive statements yet. Since Zheng Shaoyang has asked this question, he will definitely examine the progress of the Wind Condensation Technique. Let Zheng Shaoyang see for himself what level he has reached.

In just one month, his Wind Condensation Technique had reached the level of [Spell: Wind Condensation Technique (Beginner: 1789/2000], almost reaching the minor completion stage. With such speed, he didn't need to boast; as long as he used it, Zheng Shaoyang would naturally praise him highly.

In the end, you even have to praise him for being low-key and humble.

Sure enough, after hearing Chen Yi's words, Zheng Shaoyang said, "Use the Wind Condensation Technique. I'll see how much you've actually grasped, and I can also give you some pointers."

Chen Yi immediately replied, "Thank you for your kindness, Master. I accept your command."

After speaking, Chen Yi clasped his hands together, and in the next instant, sixteen hand seals were formed. His spiritual power surged within him, with the hand seals as the main force and the spiritual power as the auxiliary force, connecting with the spiritual power of heaven and earth.

In an instant, the courtyard fell silent. Then, countless streams of air suddenly converged, transforming into an invisible wind blade that silently slashed into the void above.

Chen Yi formed the hand seals again, this time also forming sixteen hand seals, but the hand seals were slightly different from the previous ones. After the hand seals were formed, a wind blew in the courtyard out of thin air, and a transparent cage appeared, which then collapsed in an instant.

After doing all this, Chen Yi turned to Zheng Shaoyang and cupped his hands, saying, "Master, the Wind Condensation Technique is extremely difficult. I dare not slack off in the slightest, but after a month, I have only managed to achieve this much. Please punish me, Master."

Zheng Shaoyang looked at Chen Yi, his eyes filled with a hint of surprise and uncertainty.

The Wind Condensation Technique is a technique that can only be cultivated and used during the Foundation Establishment stage. It is extremely difficult for those in the Qi Refining stage to master it.

Only a truly prodigy could have the opportunity to master this technique through Qi cultivation.

Originally, he estimated that it would be quite good if Chen Yi could truly master the basics in three months. However, now, in just one month, judging from Chen Yi's performance just now, the Wind Condensation Technique has clearly reached the minor mastery stage.

This technique consists of two sets of hand seals: one for a fierce attack and the other for trapping the enemy. When Chen Yi performed it, it was clear that he had fully grasped the true meaning of this technique.

By sheer chance, did he encounter a genius with terrifying talent, a once-in-a-century talent?

After a moment of contemplation, Zheng Shaoyang waved his hand and said, "Don't underestimate yourself. To tell you the truth, when I was cultivating this technique, my progress was not as fast as yours. I suddenly realized that you are a very promising talent, and with such talent, you are qualified to join the outer sect of the Eastern Divine Sect."

Chen Yi quickly put on a look of fear and said repeatedly, "How dare I compare myself to the True Man? The True Man is like the bright moon in the sky, while I am but a tiny firefly."

Having just used the Wind Condensation Technique without holding back, Chen Yi's aim was to impress Zheng Shaoyang with his exceptional talent.

If you want to join the outer sect of the Eastern Divine Sect, you must at least convince Zheng Shaoyang that you are qualified to join.

Only in this way can we gradually convince Zheng Shaoyang to make a firm decision and do everything in his power to obtain the position of an outer disciple for him.

Zheng Shaoyang smiled, ignoring Chen Yi's deliberate flattery, and said, "Alright, your cultivation progress is indeed quite good. Keep up the good work. I will strive for the outer disciple position I promised you, but you also need to complete the task of defeating the early Foundation Establishment stage within three months. There are only two months left now."

Chen Yi quickly agreed: "Yes, I understand. If I cannot defeat a Foundation Establishment cultivator, I will not dare to hope for a position as an outer disciple."

Zheng Shaoyang hummed in agreement, then finally asked, "You've come to see me? What brings you here?"

Chen Yi's face immediately changed to one of trepidation mixed with anticipation. As if he had mustered his courage, he said, "Master, you mentioned before that stewards would receive three bottles of Foundation Establishment Pills each month. Now that a month has passed, I would like to ask if it is permissible to collect them?"

After saying this, Chen Yi explained urgently, "I am truly angry. My cultivation is too low, and my family's foundation is also shallow, so I take these things too seriously."

Zheng Shaoyang was stunned for a moment, then burst into laughter. After laughing, a jade box appeared on the table, and he said, "This is your share for this month along with the other ten disciples. Take it."

Chen Yi's eyes lit up. He first bowed respectfully to Zheng Shaoyang before picking up the jade box.

"Master, I will not disturb you any longer and will take my leave now," Chen Yi said.

Zheng Shaoyang nodded, and Chen Yi happily left, holding the jade box.

Watching Chen Yi leave, Zheng Shaoyang subconsciously glanced at him a few more times.

With Chen Yi's talent, once he enters the outer sect of the Eastern Divine Sect, he might achieve great things in the future.

Given time, there may be an opportunity to enter the inner sect, and if the opportunity is good, there may even be a chance to become a true master.

"A person with great talent and the ability to please others, yet who deliberately displays their greedy flaws like just now—this kind of person might achieve more than me in the future."

Zheng Shaoyang had to consider what would happen if Chen Yi really became an outer disciple.

After pondering for a moment, he suddenly shook his head and smiled. He was already at the peak of the Golden Core stage, and he was actually worrying about whether a mere Qi Refiner would threaten him in the future. He was really overthinking it.

The gap between Chen Yi and him is too great. Even if Chen Yi were to join the outer sect, it would take him at least a hundred years to catch up in terms of cultivation.

In other words, no matter how powerful Chen Yi is, he can keep him under control. Chen Yi will remain in his control for the next hundred years.