Chapter 35

The next day, when Rong Kaixuan entered the courtyard of the Spirit Hall to absorb the spiritual energy of heaven and earth, he was surprised to find that the gazes of those around him were filled with a peculiar expression.

Except for Wang Xiaoxiao, who remained unchanged, everyone else kept a certain distance from him.

Seeing the sudden change in everyone's attitude, he naturally knew that it was related to his killing of Rong Kaixin.

Rong Kaixin was Rong Kaijie's younger brother. By killing him, he had inevitably made a mortal enemy of the first spiritual practitioner among the young generation of the clan.

It was not unexpected that these people would keep their distance from him.

In comparison, Wang Xiaoxiao's consistent attitude made him feel warm and grateful.

Perhaps because he did not want to see him, Rong Kaijie did not show up.

After absorbing the spiritual energy of heaven and earth in the courtyard, everyone left. Wang Xiaoxiao then whispered, "Kaixuan, go to Grandpa Xuan's place."

Rong Kaixuan was slightly stunned but quickly nodded in agreement.

He was able to enter the Spirit Hall because Grandpa Xuan had personally named him. However, after entering, the old man seemed to have forgotten about him, leaving him to fend for himself. It was only today that the old man finally remembered him.

"Oh, Grandpa Xuan's residence is very quiet. Don't disturb anyone when you go there," Wang Xiaoxiao reminded him, seemingly intentionally or unintentionally.

Rong Kaixuan's heart tightened, and he quickly replied, "Yes, I understand."

After seeing Wang Xiaoxiao off, Rong Kaixuan's mind was filled with thoughts.

Her last instruction seemed to have a deeper meaning, making him think carefully.

Could it be that Grandpa Xuan did not want anyone to know about their interaction?

Shaking his head, Rong Kaixuan dismissed this thought and walked alone toward the bamboo grove he remembered.

The Spirit Hall was larger than the head of the family's residence, but the number of disciples and servants in the hall was pitifully few. Therefore, when Rong Kaixuan deliberately avoided being seen, no one would notice that he had entered the bamboo grove.

Walking along the quiet path in the bamboo grove, he soon saw the familiar house and the old man sipping tea in front of it.

"Rong Kaixuan greets the clan elder," Rong Kaixuan immediately stepped forward and bowed respectfully.

Rong Jie Xuan lifted his head, a gentle smile on his face.

Rong Kaixuan's heart immediately relaxed. Seeing the old man's expression, he thought that the reason for calling him should not be something bad.

"Ha ha, good boy, come, have a cup of tea with me," Rong Jie Xuan poured a cup of tea and smiled.

Rong Kaixuan responded, naturally not daring to refuse. He lifted the teacup in front of him and drank it in one gulp.

Rong Jie Xuan was momentarily stunned and said, "How is the tea?"

"It's very good," Rong Kaixuan replied casually.

Rong Jie Xuan smacked his lips and smiled bitterly, "Chewing a peony like a cow, what a waste of a good thing."

Rong Kaixuan lowered his head and glanced at the teapot in the old man's hand, wondering if it was something very precious.

Rong Jie Xuan shook his head and said, "Kaixuan, I heard that you recently fought with someone and killed a fellow clansman on the arena."

Rong Kaixuan's face changed, his muscles tensing. He looked up and said solemnly, "Kaixuan was only defending himself, please investigate clearly, clan elder."

Rong Jie Xuan waved his hand and said, "I am not here to blame you. Heh heh, I know what happened. They brought it upon themselves, not your fault."

Rong Kaixuan secretly breathed a sigh of relief. Fortunately, the clan elder was fair. Otherwise, if this charge were to stick, he would be in serious trouble.

Rong Jie Xuan looked at him with interest, although he already knew that Rong Kaixuan was a victim.

However, if this boy had a guilty conscience after killing a fellow clansman, he would still feel disgusted.

But seeing Rong Kaixuan's anxious expression now, he felt a liking for him.

"Kaixuan, you did well this time. Heh heh, to be able to summon a spirit warrior three times in a row at the initial Spirit Practitioner stage, your talent is indeed remarkable," Rong Jie Xuan said slowly. "Because of your performance, I have decided to reward you. What do you want? Just say it."

Rong Kaixuan was overjoyed. He looked up and said, "Clan elder, Kaixuan wants some talisman materials. And... Kaixuan also wants to read the basic spell talisman book."

Rong Jie Xuan was slightly stunned and said, "You want talisman materials, so you must be planning to make a spirit warrior talisman. Hmm, the materials I gave you last time were actually successful, impressive."

This was the second time he had praised him today.

Because he deeply understood how rare and valuable it was for an initial Spirit Practitioner to be able to make a spirit warrior talisman.

Before this, he had never heard of anyone else being able to do it.

Rong Kaixuan lowered his head, a hint of anticipation in his eyes.

After the battle with Rong Kaixin, he had a greater desire for talismans.

The idea of using countless spirit warriors to crush someone to death was like a spell that lingered in his mind, refusing to go away.

Rong Jie Xuan waved his sleeve, and a pair of items appeared on the table.

"These materials are enough for you to make three talismans," Rong Jie Xuan said with a smile. "Take them."

Rong Kaixuan's eyes widened. It was not surprising that the clan elder could casually produce valuable materials, but what puzzled him was how the old man did it.

Was it some kind of secret technique to deceive the eye?

Rong Jie Xuan saw the boy's confusion and laughed, "Kaixuan, if you work hard, you will have such a day in the future."

Rong Kaixuan's face turned slightly red, and he quickly said, "Yes."

There were not many items on the table. He took out a piece of cloth and swept up all the materials, a look of joy on his face.

Rong Jie Xuan chuckled and said, "Kaixuan, if I remember correctly, Xiao'er has been guiding you in your basic spell practice. Why do you still want to read the talisman book?" He paused and said, "If Xiao'er is not teaching you diligently, I can have Yi Yao personally guide you."

He was slightly displeased. He had entrusted Rong Kaixuan to Xiao'er because he trusted her greatly. If she was negligent, it would disappoint him.

Rong Kaixuan shook his head and said, "Clan elder, Senior Sister has been very diligent in teaching me, answering all my questions and providing much guidance. I am very grateful to her."

"Ah, if that's the case, why do you still have this request?"

Rong Kaixuan's face turned slightly red, and he said, "Senior Sister has been very diligent, but... she strictly limits the content of my studies, only allowing me to learn two of the basic five elements spells."

Rong Jie Xuan was stunned and said with a mix of amusement and frustration, "What are you fussing about? Letting you learn two basic elements at the same time, and you're still not satisfied?" He pointed at him and said, "Do you want to learn all the basic elements?"

Rong Kaixuan's eyes lit up, and he said, "Clan elder, you are wise."

Rong Jie Xuan exclaimed, "Ah," even with his composure, he felt a sense of disbelief.

This boy actually wanted to learn all the basic elements...

Did he not know that according to the rules, initial Spirit Practitioners could only choose one element to practice from the basic five?

Did he think that having the "void" attribute allowed him to treat spiritual practice as a game?

His face turned dark. As a high-ranking clan elder, he naturally exuded an aura of authority. When his expression became serious, it was like the prelude to a storm, making people feel suffocated.

Rong Kaixuan felt a chill and said, "Clan elder, did I say something wrong?"

Rong Jie Xuan's eyes flashed. He hesitated for a moment, suppressing his anger. After a long thought, he said, "Alright, I will grant your request. I will instruct Xiao'er to open all the basic spells to you. However, you must agree to one condition."

Rong Kaixuan was overjoyed and quickly said, "Please instruct me, clan elder."

"After you study for a while, I will personally examine your progress. If you do not satisfy me, hmm, you know what to do."

Rong Kaixuan quickly stood up and said, "Kaixuan understands."

"Good, you may go," Rong Jie Xuan waved his hand and said, "Starting tomorrow, you can begin your spell practice."

Rong Kaixuan hesitated and said, "Clan elder, I want to go out for a few days to clear my mind. What do you think?"

Rong Jie Xuan nodded slightly and said, "After the arena battle and the unexpected events, it's good to go out and clear your mind."

Rong Kaixuan was secretly delighted and bowed to take his leave.

After he left, a graceful figure flashed in the bamboo house.

Wang Xiaoxiao slowly stepped out and said, "Grandpa Xuan, why are you indulging him?"

Rong Jie Xuan chuckled and took a sip of tea, saying, "What indulgence?"

Wang Xiaoxiao said irritably, "He wants to learn all the basic spells now. Isn't that indulgence?"

Rong Jie Xuan shook his head and said, "Xiao'er, have you noticed that this boy is too confident? Heh heh, or rather, his path of cultivation has been too smooth, making him overly self-important. This is not good for him in the long run."

Wang Xiaoxiao was stunned, then suddenly understood and said, "I see, you want to temper him."

Rong Jie Xuan nodded and said, "Exactly. Since he is so arrogant, let him learn everything. Heh heh, when he is distracted and achieves nothing, he will realize how difficult the path of cultivation is."

"But, won't this delay his progress?" Wang Xiaoxiao frowned.

"He has just started. A little delay is fine," Rong Jie Xuan said slowly. "A little delay now is better than a big delay later."

Wang Xiaoxiao nodded slowly, her heart moved, and she asked, "Grandpa Xuan, what if he... really masters all the basic spells?"

Rong Jie Xuan was slightly stunned, then laughed, "Xiao'er, if he wants to indulge himself, are you going to follow him? Ha ha, that's impossible."

Wang Xiaoxiao also shook her head and smiled bitterly, not knowing why such a strange thought had suddenly come to her.