Chapter 17

"Brother Huang, can you really complete the cultivation technique?" Sima Yan's tone was extremely excited. If he could bring such a genius into the sect, his contribution points would definitely not be few, and he might even receive a generous reward from the elders.

Huang Yu was somewhat surprised by Sima Yan's reaction, not understanding why he was suddenly so excited. He had merely said he could complete the cultivation technique, which was not a difficult task. It was just a mundane-level technique; completing it shouldn't be that hard, right?

"Brother Sima, why are you so excited? It's just a mundane-level technique. Completing it shouldn't be that difficult, right? If my cultivation level were higher and my realm not so low, I would have completed this technique long ago, and my concealment technique wouldn't be so inconsistent."

"Brother Huang, do you know why I'm so excited?" Sima Yan took a deep breath and said.

"Brother Sima, please explain."

"Because Brother Huang has extraordinary talent and is a world-class genius. If Brother Huang can join my sect, I will definitely receive a reward from the sect." Sima Yan explained.

"World-class genius?" Huang Yu was taken aback. "Brother Sima, are you joking? I'm only at the Second Stage of the Innate Realm, and you, who is the same age as me, are far more powerful. How can I be a world-class genius?"

"No, no, that's not how it is. The reason I have a higher cultivation level than you is because I have been training in the sect since I was young and have access to unparalleled resources. You, on the other hand, don't have the same resources, but your talent far surpasses mine. When I was able to complete a mundane-level technique, I was already at the peak of the Innate Realm. But you, at just the Second Stage of the Innate Realm, can complete a technique. This alone proves your extraordinary talent. Generally, only cultivators at the Core Formation Realm can complete a cultivation technique, even a mundane one. Those who can complete a technique at the Innate Realm are considered geniuses. Since you are only at the Second Stage of the Innate Realm, you are undoubtedly a genius." Sima Yan said, "What do you think, Brother Huang? If you can return to the sect with me, I guarantee you can reach the Core Formation Realm within ten years and even become a super powerhouse in the future."

Huang Yu was extremely tempted. If he could enter a major sect, he would have ample resources, and his cultivation would certainly progress quickly. However, he thought about it and realized that with the All-Powerful Cultivation System and Lulu's help, he could become a powerful figure without relying on a sect. Moreover, if he entered a sect, his freedom would be somewhat restricted, which was not suitable for him at the moment.

Additionally, there was another reason. With the All-Powerful Cultivation System, he could quickly enhance his cultivation. However, if he entered a sect and his progress was too fast, it would definitely draw attention, which would not be a good thing.

"Sorry, Brother Sima, I can't go to the sect with you right now. My family, the Huang family, only has me left, and I must settle the family's affairs before I can leave. It will probably take at least a year or two."

"That's not a problem at all. Here, Brother Huang, I have a token. Take it. When you're ready, use this token to find me at Kaiyuan Sect." Sima Yan took out a token and handed it to Huang Yu.

Panshan Shiwang, looking at the token in Huang Yu's hand, was very envious. He knew he didn't have the qualifications. Although Panshan Shiwang had good cultivation and was well-known in Zhongyuan Kingdom, he was far from the status of inner disciples in major sects. If he could become an inner disciple of a sect like Kaiyuan Sect, it would be the dream of any cultivator. Huang Yu's refusal to accept the offer made Panshan Shiwang secretly call him a fool, not knowing his good fortune.

"Congratulations, Brother Huang Yu." Panshan Shiwang, though envious, knew that even though he was an elder of the Jade Alliance and had decent cultivation, he was too old and lacked the talent to be valued by major sects. In the Jade Alliance, he was only an outer elder and could not enter the core. However, if he could form a good relationship with these two, his future would be boundless.

Sima Yan, without a doubt, was one of the top geniuses among the inner disciples of Kaiyuan Sect and a key figure in the sect's cultivation. Huang Yu, although currently only at the Second Stage of the Innate Realm and not yet in a sect, had astonishing talent. As long as nothing went wrong, he would definitely become a target for major sects to compete for. If he could help Huang Yu now and earn his favor, the benefits in the future would be unimaginable.

With this in mind, Panshan Shiwang decided to help Huang Yu with the Su family's matter thoroughly. Additionally, there was the Chen family in Liulin Town, who were also opposing Huang Yu. He would help him solve these two problems, which would be a significant favor.

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"Senior Shiwang, here is the ink crystal jade you need."

A clear, black jade appeared in Huang Yu's hand.

Panshan Shiwang carefully took the jade and said to Huang Yu, "Brother Huang Yu, rest assured. This ink crystal jade is very important to me, and I won't let you lose out. I will exchange a lower-grade spirit stone and one million gold for your ink crystal jade."

Previously, Panshan Shiwang would never have used a spirit stone to exchange for the ink crystal jade, but after understanding Huang Yu's talent, it was different. This young man had extraordinary talent and would likely become an inner disciple of Kaiyuan Sect, and a key figure in the sect's cultivation. Although a spirit stone was somewhat painful to part with, it was still less valuable than the ink crystal jade. In the end, this exchange would still be profitable for him.

This way, he would not only get what he wanted but also earn the favor of not one, but two geniuses. Such a good deal, why wouldn't he do it?

"Senior, this... is not appropriate. The ink crystal jade is of no use to me. Helping you is my honor, and I cannot accept your offer. Moreover, the spirit stone is too precious, and I cannot accept it." Huang Yu looked at the spirit stone, wanting it in his heart but refusing it with his words. Panshan Shiwang's cultivation was much higher than his, likely a Spirit Realm expert. Instead of a spirit stone, it would be better to earn a favor from a Spirit Realm expert.