Chapter 17 Tongzi, stop being so conspicuous here!

Chapter 17: System, stop being so conspicuous here!

The next day.

Jiang Li woke up early.

He washed, dressed, and walked out of his Immortal Cave with the best possible mental state.

He was already exceptionally handsome, with sword-like brows and starry eyes, exuding a heroic aura. Just standing there, he resembled a banished Immortal descending to the mortal Realm, naturally inspiring goodwill in others.

His good looks were also a factor in why he was sent to the Ten Thousand Demons Sect to become the Ten Thousand Desires Demon Lord’s backup Possession body.

A good face simply made people look at him more and made it less likely for him to be mistaken for a bad person.

“Let’s go, Master.”

Jiang Li urged.

Why did he wake up so early?

Of course, he wanted to keep a low profile.

He wanted to quietly join Tianjian Peak without attracting too much attention from other Disciples.

Then, he would enter secluded Cultivation for over a month to minimize his influence.

It was still the same old saying.

There was no harm in keeping a low profile.

To achieve eternal life and lasting peace, one must thoroughly implement the Dao of caution.

Therefore.

Jiang Li didn’t greet any of his neighbors today.

Nor did he mention that he was joining Tianjian Peak today.

Zhang Song, suspecting nothing, activated his spiritual boat and led Jiang Li away.

Leaving behind an empty Immortal Cave.

On the way.

Zhang Song said, “You are the first Disciple I’ve accepted, so a meeting gift is essential. I will give you three treasures, and I hope you use them well.”

As he spoke.

The Elder of Tianjian Peak waved his sleeve, and three treasures floated before Jiang Li, shimmering with brilliant light.

“The first is a top-grade Spiritual Artifact named ‘Burning Sky.’ This item is the weapon I used after achieving fame. After so many years of nurturing, Burning Sky is already close to a third-tier Spirit Treasure, with an extremely sharp edge. You must use it carefully.”

Jiang Li looked.

His face showed surprise.

Before him floated a Flying Sword, three feet three inches long, with a crimson color scheme, resembling a vermilion phoenix spreading its wings.

The Sword Body was sharp, its cold gleam dazzling, making his face sting.

“What an imposing Flying Sword.”

Jiang Li secretly clicked his tongue.

He thought, as expected of a Flying Sword close to a third-tier Spirit Treasure; its mere sharpness gave him the illusion that he was unworthy of it.

But then again, it made sense.

Third-tier Spirit Treasures could only be used by powerful Cultivators at the Nascent Soul Stage and above.

And this Burning Sky, in terms of grade, was definitely among the top-tier second-tier Spiritual Artifacts, a level of equipment that even ordinary Golden Core Stage Cultivators did not possess.

To use it on a small Qi Refinement Stage Cultivator like him was simply extravagant.

“The second is a protective jade pendant, which can automatically block attacks below the Golden Core Stage. Even a full-power strike from a Golden Core Cultivator would not be able to break it in one go.”

Another top-grade Spiritual Artifact.

And a defensive type.

It could withstand a full-power strike from a Golden Core Stage Cultivator, making its preciousness no less than that of the Burning Sky Sword.

“The third is a Storage Ring, with a space a hundred times larger than an ordinary Storage Pouch. Inside, I have placed the Cultivation resources I prepared for you, as well as my Cultivation insights. You may examine them yourself.”

A brand new, small ring floated over.

The gem inlaid in the center shimmered with a rainbow luster.

The three treasures covered four major aspects: offense, defense, travel, and resources.

This meeting gift was simply too generous.

Jiang Li was momentarily silent.

Having witnessed the intrigue and the Law of the jungle in the Ten Thousand Demons Sect, Zhang Song’s meeting gift gave him an unreal feeling.

No wonder the Demonic Sect was reviled by all, and the Righteous Path was highly esteemed. Just the gifts between Masters showed a world of difference.

Oh no, what kind of cadre could withstand such a test?

“Take them,” Zhang Song said with a smile. “The path of Immortality is long. These items can ensure your safety for a time, allowing you to single-mindedly pursue the Great Dao.”

His eyes were filled with anticipation for Jiang Li.

It was the psychology of someone who had discovered a beautiful jade and wanted to do everything possible to make it shine.

“Thank you, Master.”

Jiang Li’s tone was solemn.

He thought to himself: Sorry, Ten Thousand Desires Demon Lord, don’t contact me anymore. I’m afraid Tianxuan Holy Land will misunderstand.

…

Before long.

The flying boat landed on Tianjian Peak.

Tianjian Peak, as its name suggested, was a thousand-zhang-high mysterious peak, like a sharp sword thrust into the sky. Its surface was covered with Sword Marks, filled with astonishing Sword Intent that pierced the heavens.

Zhang Song explained, “Tianjian Peak is divided into ten layers of areas. The Spiritual Qi in each layer varies, and there is intense internal competition. To obtain better resources and status, you need to climb step by step. As my Disciple, your initial layer is the third, where the Spiritual Qi is suitable for Foundation Establishment Stage Cultivators to Cultivate, which will be of great benefit to you.”

Jiang Li looked.

Tianjian Peak was distinctly layered.

The first layer was at the foot of the mountain, while the third layer was closer to the mid-slope.

There was a large complex of buildings built inside the Sword Peak.

Each layer was widely separated.

Like distinct social classes.

Making people hold their breath, wanting to climb to a higher class.

This is bad. Is this forcing inner Disciples to compete fiercely?

He didn’t want to be a ‘competition king,’ to be the ‘top student’ of Tianjian Peak.

Jiang Li’s heart sank.

But then he thought, as long as he wanted to play it safe, no one could make him climb.

The System was no exception.

After all.

Neither the Cultivation Technique, the Profound Yellow Heart Refining Art, nor the Spell, the Dragon Slaying Sword, had a ‘competition king’ personality and would not trigger a ‘competition king’ route.

Jiang Li felt relieved.

Soon.

The flying boat completely landed.

Jiang Li appeared at the foot of Tianjian Peak.

“Once you’ve registered for your identity token and officially become a Disciple of Tianjian Peak, you can fly directly to the third layer. I am on the seventh layer; come find me if you need anything. Of course, I also serve as one of the mentors for the Talent Cultivation Program. Once you join, I will personally instruct you.”

Zhang Song explained everything in detail.

Jiang Li listened intently.

They walked side by side.

Suddenly.

Jiang Li’s attention was drawn to a giant stele in front of the Tianjian Peak mountain gate.

The giant stele had been exposed to wind and sun, yet its surface was spotless, as clean as new.

But a crack running through the entire stele body ruined this beauty.

Making it look like a defective product.

Jiang Li’s first thought was: Is Tianjian Peak so frugal? They even keep a broken stele here.

And the Spell, Dragon Slaying Sword’s first thought was—

【Ding, the Spell, Dragon Slaying Sword, has encountered Sword Marks containing a Cultivator’s insights. It is deeply attracted and immersed, unable to extricate itself. You have triggered the following choices:】

【Option One: Comprehend diligently, raise your Sword Dao Realm, and receive the reward: Major Achievement of the Spell (Sword Qi Manifestation).】

【Option Two: Destroy the giant stele, directly absorb the Sword Intent, and receive the reward: Major Achievement of the Spell (Sword Qi Manifestation).】

【Option Three: Take away the giant stele, comprehend slowly, and receive the reward: Major Achievement of the Spell (Sword Qi Manifestation).】

Huh?

Jiang Li was completely stunned.

This thing was Sword Marks? And it contained a Cultivator’s insights into the Sword Dao?

No.

Why couldn’t he feel anything?

Was the Comprehension Ability gap that big?

Jiang Li felt a little hurt.

He increasingly felt that he was being completely carried by his Cultivation Technique and Spell.

【Ding, the Spell, Dragon Slaying Sword, indicates it’s a bit urgent and urges you to hurry.】

Damn.

What was being disliked all about?

Jiang Li was helpless.

“One, choose one. What are those other options?”

One was to destroy the giant stele, the other was to take away the giant stele. He didn’t know where the System got such an astonishing thought process to come up with such absurd options.

Too ridiculous.

Option one was better.

At least it wouldn’t attract attention.

Jiang Li thought so.

He selected the first option.

【The Spell, Dragon Slaying Sword, begins to act.】

Jiang Li lost control of his body.

The Spell began to take over his body.

The next second.

Jiang Li took a step.

He came before the giant stele, looked up, and entered a state of Epiphany.

He just stood there quietly.

As if he had become foolish.

Zhang Song was first stunned, then shook his head.

This Disciple of his indeed had astonishing Sword Dao talent, discovering the Sword Marks on the giant stele so quickly and entering a state of comprehension.

This was a good thing.

Comprehending others’ Sword Marks helped improve one’s own Sword Dao Realm.

He estimated that after the comprehension was complete, Jiang Li’s mastery of the Sword Qi Manifestation Realm would be completely solidified.

On the other side.

As time passed, more and more Disciples came and went on Tianjian Peak.

Jiang Li felt a bit torn.

System, how much longer are you going to be in Epiphany?

Stop being so conspicuous here.

My grand plan of caution!