Cultivating with Bragging System-Chapter 644 - 294: Three More Years, Three More Years!_2

Her brows were slightly furrowed, as if she was troubled by something even in her dreams. Muttering from time to time, she seemed rather adorable. In the eyes of outsiders, the majestic and dignified Acting Sect Master of the Sanqing Immortal Sect was, in fact, just a young woman.

Looking at Xiao Qingyu's face, a trace of pity appeared in Wang Xiu's eyes. The vast Sanqing Immortal Sect... such a heavy burden has fallen upon her shoulders.

It is a common misconception that cultivators rarely sleep, assuming meditation can replace it. In reality, that is not the case. Whenever the situation allows, many cultivators prefer to rest through normal sleep. This is because during meditation, the mind remains clear and alert; one must still confront any pressing thoughts. Sleep, on the other hand, allows one to forget many troubles, provided one doesn't have nightmares.

Without a word, Wang Xiu placed his hands back on the zither. A more serene and melodious piece began to play. Faint light gathered from all directions, flying in like a gentle breeze. It swept over the pine-covered cliffs, through the mist and clouds, past the solitary peaks, and settled upon Xiao Qingyu. The light was incredibly peaceful, bringing a sense of calm that seemed to wash away all unpleasantness. Xiao Qingyu's brows gradually relaxed, and the corners of her mouth unconsciously curved into a sweet smile.

After a long while, the zither's melody ceased. Wang Xiu glanced at Xiao Qingyu before raising a hand to erect a sound-proofing barrier. Then he stood up and walked out of the pavilion.

After passing through a narrow defile, he found an elder in green robes waiting respectfully. The man showed a trace of surprise upon seeing Wang Xiu.

"Elder Zhou? Is something the matter?" Wang Xiu asked.

Elder Zhou replied, "A new disciple is causing a commotion on Seeking Dao Peak. I was just about to report it to the Acting Sect Master!"

"She's resting," Wang Xiu stated simply.

Elder Zhou paused for a moment, then a look of instant understanding spread across his face. "Oh, it's no matter, no matter. Since you are here, Saint Heir, telling you is the same thing!"

Wang Xiu knew the elder had surely misunderstood something, but he didn't bother to explain. "What happened?"

"It's a new disciple," Elder Zhou said. "She's raising a fuss, insisting that she must join your Divination Sect!"

Wang Xiu frowned. "Does something like that require a consultation?"

As far as I know, ever since the battle in the East Sea, more than eighty percent of new recruits in every recruitment drive have wanted to join the Divination Sect. The entire younger generation sees me as their idol, so naturally, they all want to join my sect. After all these years, the Elders and Stewards on Seeking Dao Peak should be experts at handling this. Why come to me?

Elder Zhou gave a wry smile. "This disciple's situation is... somewhat special."

He then explained the details, and Wang Xiu finally understood the full story. As it turned out, the disciple, named Zhang Wan, first came to take the Sanqing Immortal Sect's recruitment exam at the age of seven, accompanied by a rogue cultivator. Her talent was extraordinary; Seeking Dao Peak's assessment determined she possessed a top-grade Spiritual Root. After passing the exam, she clearly stated her desire to join the Divination Sect. When she was refused, she gave up the opportunity to enter the sect.

She waited three years and took the exam again.

After passing, she still insisted on joining the Divination Sect.

She was refused again.

Resolutely, she chose to give up once more and wait for the next exam.

"This is her third time," Elder Zhou lamented. "If she leaves again this time, she will never have another chance to enter our Sanqing Immortal Sect!"

The recruitment requirements for the Sanqing Immortal Sect were clearly written: applicants had to be between the ages of three and seventeen. If they were too young, they couldn't accomplish anything in the sect, and no one had time to raise a child. If they were too old, their physical potential would have already begun to set, and they would have missed the optimal window for Qi Refinement.

In fact, the Great Blessed Lands rarely recruited disciples over the age of fourteen. Even if such a person managed to join, their future achievements would be limited. There were exceptions, of course, for those with extreme talent. Otherwise, even after passing the assessment, they would typically serve as an outer disciple for a few decades before being sent down the mountain to live out an ordinary life in one of the cities below. Seventeen was the absolute age limit.

Elder Zhou cherished talent and thought it was a terrible shame for someone as gifted as Zhang Wan to squander her potential. That was why he had come to ask Xiao Qingyu for a solution.

After hearing the whole story, Wang Xiu asked, "Didn't you tell her that Spirit Turtle Peak has no instructors right now? That even if she joined, there would be no one to teach her cultivation or pass on techniques?"

Elder Zhou sighed. "Of course we told her. We told her a long time ago. But she just said, 'When the Saint Heir was young, he also cultivated alone. He had a master, but it was no different from not having one... If he could do it, then I can too!'"

Wang Xiu's mouth twitched. Is she one of my fanatical admirers? The problem is, I have a unique advantage! To emulate my spirit is to live, but to merely copy my methods is to die. This girl needs to learn the right lessons...

Elder Zhou suddenly paused. He glanced cautiously at Wang Xiu and asked tentatively, "Perhaps... perhaps you could go see her, Saint Heir? That child is very persistent. If you find her satisfactory..." He didn't finish his sentence, but his meaning was obvious.

Wang Xiu, of course, had no intention of taking a disciple. After all, I won't be staying in the Cangyuan Realm for long. I plan to leave before the passage to the Nine Heavens and Ten Earths closes. Taking a disciple now would be leading her astray, wouldn't it? But seeing the earnest hope in Elder Zhou's eyes, he didn't refuse outright. Instead, he said, "You can go on ahead, Elder Zhou. I'll be there later."

Hearing this, Elder Zhou's eyes lit up with joy. He nodded repeatedly. "Ah! Good! Excellent!" After paying his respects with a bow, he hurried away.

Wang Xiu turned to find Xiao Qingyu standing under a pine tree, her skirt fluttering gently. She looked serene and lovely.

"Senior Sister, you're awake," Wang Xiu said. "How are you feeling? Still tired?"

Xiao Qingyu gave him a captivating smile. "I haven't felt this relaxed in a long time. I don't feel tired at all now!"

Wang Xiu chuckled.

Xiao Qingyu glanced in the direction Elder Zhou had departed. "I know about the little girl Elder Zhou mentioned. She's taken the exam three times and passed three times... It's been nearly ten years. I originally thought it was just childish stubbornness and that she would soon face reality. Now, it seems... I underestimated her persistence."

Wang Xiu fell silent for a moment. Ten years was enough time to change a great many things, especially for a cultivator. A talented individual could reach Foundation Establishment within a decade, transforming from a mortal into an Immortal Master revered by countless people. It was a pity for anyone to see such potential squandered. No wonder Elder Zhou was willing to make a special trip to find Xiao Qingyu just for her.

Xiao Qingyu looked at Wang Xiu and teased him with a playful smile. "My Junior Brother's charm is as potent as ever! It was just like this back in the day, with Saintesses and Enchantresses from all the Great Immortal Gates flocking around you. To think that even after you've been absent from the cultivation world for sixty years, there's still a teenage girl mad about you... tsk, tsk!"

Wang Xiu gave a strained smile. "Senior Sister, please don't make fun of me."

Xiao Qingyu covered her mouth with her hand and giggled, her ample chest trembling slightly. She was breathtakingly beautiful. "Alright, alright, I'll stop messing with you. Go take a look. In any case, since you happen to be here, you should give that little girl an answer. Ten years... that's a long time."

Wang Xiu nodded. He turned and left, heading toward Seeking Dao Peak.

「In the Great Hall」

"Elder Zhou, are you serious? The Saint Heir is willing to see me?" a girl with short hair, bright eyes, and a tall, well-developed figure that gave her a somewhat heroic air asked, her face a mask of delighted surprise.

Elder Zhou smiled and nodded. "Yes, the Saint Heir said so himself. There's no mistake! You foolish girl, it seems fortune truly does favor the persistent!"

Nearby, many of the Stewards and Elders of Seeking Dao Peak, along with numerous new disciples, all stared at Zhang Wan with expressions of shock and envy. What incredible luck! How could she have managed to get the Saint Heir of the Sanqing Immortal Sect to make a trip especially for her?

Even for them, the Stewards and Elders of the sect, getting to see the Saint Heir was as difficult as ascending to the heavens. That was true even back when the Saint Heir hadn't yet disappeared, let alone now. What kind of monumental fortune is this?

"My heavens, what kind of incredible luck is that?"

"Oh my god, the Saint Heir of the Sanqing! The man of my dreams! I'm finally going to see him!"

"What are you so excited for? He's not coming to see you!"

"I don't care! Just being able to see him once is enough. It doesn't matter if he's here for me, I'm just happy..."

The young disciples' eyes were red with envy, wishing they could trade places with the girl.

The girl named Zhang Wan was so excited her face turned bright red. Her ample chest rose and fell rapidly, her fists clenched tight at her sides. Her heart pounded furiously, so hard it felt like it might leap out of her throat at any moment.

Three years, and another three, and another three... I finally... I'm finally here!

Just then, a voice announced from outside the hall.

"The Saint Heir has arrived!"