Chapter 37

On the sixth night, Rong Kaixuan habitually began to release his supernatural abilities.

During the previous five days, he had already released the five elemental spirit bodies and used a feint to lure Rong Cai away, allowing the spirit bodies to enter the deep mountains for trials.

The wood and fire elemental spirit sorcerers were relatively easy to handle, as they each knew three basic spells.

However, the other three elemental spirit sorcerers were not so fortunate. They only knew one spell, which was an upgraded version of the elemental energy projectile.

But with just this one spell, they were able to survive in the outer regions of the deep mountains.

This time, before releasing his supernatural abilities, Rong Kaixuan hesitated for a long time.

Because even he could not determine which elemental spirit sorcerer he would summon.

In the end, he decided to summon a spirit warrior to accompany the one in the deep mountains.

However, just as he was about to complete the release of his supernatural abilities, a sudden change occurred.

His head suddenly felt a severe pain, as if someone was chopping his head with an axe.

He groaned heavily and collapsed on the ground, with blood trickling from his eyes, ears, nose, and mouth.

The spirit body that was about to form vanished with a puff.

Rong Kaixuan lay on the ground for a long time before he recovered.

With lingering fear, he glanced at the place where the spirit body had disappeared, and vaguely understood why such an incredible thing had happened.

His divine consciousness shifted to the sphere in his third eye, which was the greatest secret behind his current status.

Slowly, the divine consciousness that had been hovering outside entered the sphere.

The space inside the sphere was not large, and it was now divided into six parts, each containing a shadowy figure.

Although the six shadowy figures were identical, Rong Kaixuan immediately recognized their identities.

The spirit warrior and the five elemental spirit sorcerers.

His divine consciousness swept over them, sensing the completely filled space inside the sphere, and he sighed deeply.

It turned out that supernatural abilities also had their limits. He wondered if, as his strength increased in the future, the space here could accommodate more special spirit bodies.

He withdrew his divine consciousness, tidied himself up, and wiped away the blood before he managed to push the door open and step out.

Practicing boxing outside had become a routine over the past few days. If he didn't go out, it might arouse Rong Cai's suspicion. He had already decided to return home the next day, so this would be the last time he endured.

However, just as he ran out of the estate, his vision blurred, and Rong Cai suddenly blocked his path.

Rong Kaixuan was surprised and asked, "Grandpa Cai, what are you doing?"

Rong Cai looked at him with surprise, his brows slightly furrowed, and said, "Kaixuan, are you injured?"

Rong Kaixuan was taken aback and thought to himself, "Grandpa really has a keen eye."

He laughed bitterly and said, "Grandpa Cai, I was a bit too eager while cultivating my spirit energy, so I got a minor injury." He paused and added, "But it's nothing serious; I'll recover by tomorrow."

Rong Cai's face was solemn. "Young Master, it's a good thing to practice diligently, but remember that excess is as bad as deficiency." He bowed slightly and said, "Please rest early tonight, Young Master."

Rong Kaixuan's face turned red, but the suggestion suited his intentions, so he quickly replied, "Grandpa Cai is right; I'll go back now."

Rong Cai nodded and added, "Young Master, since you are injured, it's not advisable to stay here for long. Why don't we return home tomorrow?"

Rong Kaixuan was overjoyed, but he showed a hint of difficulty on his face before finally saying, "Yes, I'll follow Grandpa Cai's advice."

Rong Cai was relieved. He personally escorted Rong Kaixuan into the house and watched him fall asleep before quietly leaving.

After witnessing Rong Kaixuan's astonishing progress, Rong Cai's status in his heart had risen to an unparalleled level.

Even Rong Yihan, the eldest son of the family head, seemed less important.

The next day, the two returned home, and Rong Cai immediately informed Rong Jelin of his astonishing discovery.

The old man was naturally overjoyed, but there was still a hint of disappointment and hesitation in his joy.

Rong Kaixuan not only had martial talent but also showed no less talent in the spiritual path. If he were to abandon the spiritual path and focus solely on martial arts...

He couldn't bring himself to say it.

Moreover, he knew that Rong Kaixuan was the only spirit gatherer in the family. If he abandoned the spiritual path for martial arts, it would cause a huge stir, and even the elders would never agree.

With a long sigh, Rong Jelin could only order that he not be disturbed.

Although Rong Cai regretted it, he had no solution either.

Rong Kaixuan was unaware of the two old men's troubles. After resting at home for two days, he eagerly went to the spirit hall and found Wang Xiaoxiao.

"Wang Senior Sister," Rong Kaixuan bowed deeply to Wang Xiaoxiao and said, "I want to learn new spells."

He had made this request several times, but Wang Xiaoxiao had always ignored it.

This time was different. Rong Kaixuan was confident because of the elder's promise, so he spoke directly.

Perhaps due to the elder's instructions, Wang Xiaoxiao did not explicitly refuse.

She sighed softly, her beautiful eyes looking at Rong Kaixuan with a complex expression.

"Junior Brother, I know you have extraordinary talent, but remember, greed is a curse."

Rong Kaixuan laughed bitterly and said, "Senior Sister, I understand. But... I still want to learn spells."

Wang Xiaoxiao shook her head slightly and said, "Since it's Grandpa Xuan's wish, I won't stop you. But I hope you can promise me one thing."

Rong Kaixuan's eyes lit up. As long as Wang Xiaoxiao didn't obstruct him, he would agree to anything.

"Senior Sister, please instruct me."

Wang Xiaoxiao said slowly, "Once you feel you can't handle it, stop reading."

Rong Kaixuan breathed a sigh of relief and said, "Senior Sister, please rest assured; I will act within my limits."

Wang Xiaoxiao sighed inwardly. She knew that this proud junior brother, though he promised well, would never give up when faced with difficulties.

Such a person, even if he bashed his head bloody, would find it hard to change his mind.

Perhaps Grandpa Xuan was right. Letting him run wild now, even if he caused a big mess, it would be easier to correct. But if his cultivation was higher and he still practiced recklessly, even the Heavenly Emperor might not be able to save him.

Nodding slightly, Wang Xiaoxiao led him to a large pavilion in the spirit hall.

"Junior Brother, this is the scripture hall of our spirit hall." She whispered, "I will inform Senior Uncle, and you can read any first-tier spell books on the first floor of the scripture hall."

"Yes, thank you, Senior Sister."

Seeing the massive scale of the scripture hall, Rong Kaixuan almost fainted from sheer happiness.

The two entered the pavilion. At the entrance, a middle-aged man was holding a spell book, reading it intently.

Wang Xiaoxiao approached and whispered a few words to him. The man looked up in surprise at Rong Kaixuan and said, "You are Rong Kaixuan, the one with the spirit gathering talent?"

"Yes, I greet Senior Uncle." Rong Kaixuan, not wanting to be impolite, hurriedly bowed.

Wang Xiaoxiao said solemnly, "Junior Brother, this is Senior Uncle Huang Zixuan, who oversees the scripture hall."

Rong Kaixuan was taken aback. The scripture hall was definitely a key place in the family, but the person in charge was not a Rong. This alone showed that this Senior Uncle was a remarkable figure.

Huang Zixuan looked at Rong Kaixuan coldly and said, "I heard from Xiaoxiao that you want to read all the first-tier spell books of each element?"

"Yes," Rong Kaixuan lowered his head and replied softly.

"What is your current rank, and how long have you been cultivating spirit techniques?"

"Disciple, I am an initial spirit practitioner and have been cultivating spirit techniques for over a month," Rong Kaixuan said honestly.

"Hmph." Huang Zixuan's eyes flashed with a hint of anger. "After cultivating for a mere month, you dare to think of reading all first-tier spells. Do you know that the path of spirit cultivation is about gradual progress?"

Rong Kaixuan laughed bitterly and said, "Disciple understands." He raised his head and met the other's gaze unflinchingly, saying, "But I believe I can give it a try."

His words were firm and decisive, even Huang Zixuan was slightly taken aback.

The two stared at each other for a moment. Huang Zixuan's face turned dark, and he said, "Since it's the elder's special permission, I won't interfere." He threw a jade token to Rong Kaixuan, who caught it: "But you can only read on the first floor and are not allowed to enter the second floor. On the first floor, you can only read first-tier lower-grade spells."

Rong Kaixuan acknowledged it but couldn't help asking, "Senior Uncle, when can I read first-tier upper-grade spells?"

Huang Zixuan seemed to laugh in anger and said coldly, "To cast a first-tier upper-grade spell, you need at least the rank of a mid-stage spirit practitioner, and you must have a strict control over the elemental energies. Generally, spirit practitioners only attempt to learn upper-grade spells after reaching the peak of the spirit practitioner stage." A hint of ridicule appeared on his face, and he said, "However, I will make an exception for you. If you can master all the first-tier lower-grade spells of the basic five elements, regardless of your cultivation level, you will be allowed to read the upper-grade spell books."

Feeling the ridicule in his words, Rong Kaixuan did not get angry but showed a look of joy, bowing deeply and saying gratefully, "Thank you, Senior Uncle, for your understanding."

Huang Zixuan was taken aback, and his expression became strange.

Rong Kaixuan nodded to them and entered the pavilion.

Huang Zixuan hesitated for a moment and said, "Xiaoxiao, he won't really try to learn all the first-tier lower-grade spells, will he?"

Wang Xiaoxiao shrugged and said helplessly, "I don't know either."

Huang Zixuan snorted and said, "What a good seed, but he is arrogant and overestimates himself."

Behind them, the servants who were responsible for cleaning exchanged glances. Soon, his evaluation spread throughout the entire family.

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