Chapter 55

In the bedroom, Rong Kexiong slowly exhaled and inhaled the true qi.

In the choice between the path of the spirit and the path of martial arts, Rong Kexiong made an unexpected decision. He did not abandon the cultivation of any form of power but instead cultivated both simultaneously.

For a beginner, such a practice was undoubtedly a self-destructive act.

Because whether it was cultivating true qi or spirit energy, it required a great deal of time.

Moreover, the path of cultivation was also the path of combat.

Simple cultivation alone was not very effective; without corresponding combat techniques, one would find it difficult to advance after reaching a certain level.

However, the time spent by martial artists cultivating martial techniques and by spirit practitioners learning incantations was no less than the time they spent refining true qi and spirit energy.

Therefore, for normal cultivators, they were always racing against time, trying to master as much as possible within a limited time.

But Rong Kexiong was different. With six spirit bodies cultivating in the mountains, he did not need to be distracted by any technical aspects.

Now, what he needed to do was one thing: continuously refine his true qi and spirit energy to reach a level comparable to that of the spirit bodies.

Suddenly, Rong Kexiong, who was in the midst of cultivation, furrowed his brows slightly.

He opened his eyes, a hint of surprise flashing in them.

At that moment, a strange feeling suddenly arose in his heart.

It was a special feeling that was hard to describe, as if something incomprehensible was happening within his body.

This feeling was not unfamiliar to him. The last time the spirit bodies advanced, he had a similar sensation. A thought crossed his mind: Could it be that those guys in the deep mountains have advanced again?

But, wasn't this speed a bit too fast?

Rong Kexiong calmed his mind and his consciousness sank into the sphere.

In the sphere, several shadows still existed, floating quietly. However, the light on the shadows representing the five elemental spirit bodies was brighter than before.

Rong Kexiong immediately understood that the spirit bodies had advanced simultaneously.

He marveled at this, even though these spirit bodies were condensed by him, he still felt greatly surprised.

The simultaneous advancement of the five spirit bodies was truly astonishing. How did they cultivate? Could it be that these five guys were always together?

Shaking his head, Rong Kexiong connected his consciousness with them.

Instantly, the experiences of these spirit bodies over the past few days flooded his mind like a tidal wave.

Receiving a large amount of memory was a very dangerous thing. If it were his first time, he would have fainted immediately. But now, having received such memories many times, this level of impact was only slightly uncomfortable for him, not a heavy burden.

After half an hour, Rong Kexiong took a long breath. He finally understood why these guys could advance simultaneously. It turned out that they had worked together to drive away a giant python that dominated a forest.

In the intense battle, each of the five had gained insights, leading to their simultaneous advancement.

After advancing, the five spirit bodies showed no external changes, but their control over incantations had reached a terrifying level.

For example, the water elemental spirit body, with just a thought, could make the incantation of the Water Ripple appear at any point within twenty meters around it.

This precise control of incantations was something even a first-stage spirit master might not be able to achieve, let alone a spirit practitioner.

Similarly, the other spirit bodies' control over their respective elemental incantations was no less impressive.

Rong Kexiong frowned, pondered for a moment, and then his consciousness caused the space around him to light up. With that point of light as the center, ripples of water spread out in waves.

The water incantation, Water Ripple, was also skillfully activated by Rong Kexiong.

His eyes gleamed, and a smile appeared on his face.

Instant casting, this was definitely the effect of instant casting.

He had experienced this effect before when facing Lin Hui's burst, but with the disappearance of the massive energy, he had been reduced to his original state.

Although he could quickly activate incantations of various elements, there was still a gap between him and instant casting.

But now, with the successful advancement of the spirit bodies to the later stage of the spirit practitioner, he had finally mastered this technique.

After a moment of consideration, Rong Kexiong stood up and walked toward the spirit hall.

Actually, with his current resources and the large number of talismans, entering the mountains for training was no longer a problem. However, no one would complain about having too many trump cards.

He did not mind further enhancing his strength in the remaining month.

In no time, he arrived at the scripture hall.

When he entered the scripture hall again, he immediately felt the strange gazes of the people around him.

Two months ago, Rong Kexiong had gained the right to read any incantation and talisman books and had read two or three basic first-stage lower-grade incantations in one day. This news had spread throughout the spirit hall.

No one had any faith in his crazy approach.

The prodigy of the Rong family, the future powerful spirit gatherer, turned out to be a conceited and arrogant person.

This had become the consensus of everyone inside and outside the spirit hall.

After reading all the basic first-stage lower-grade incantations, Rong Kexiong had disappeared for two whole months.

Just when everyone thought he had given up, this young man returned to the scripture hall.

The servants in the scripture hall greeted him with smiles, regardless of whether they were secretly mocking his overconfidence. They still had to welcome him with smiles and not show any disrespect.

Rong Kexiong entered the scripture hall and asked in a low voice, "Where is Uncle Huang?"

A servant quickly replied, "Young Master Rong, Mr. Huang has gone to visit the elder."

"Ah, which elder?"

"It's Elder Jie Xuan."

Rong Kexiong's brows furrowed. Huang Zixuan, who usually oversaw the scripture hall, rarely left. But today, when he came to seek an audience, this top-tier expert of the spirit hall was not there, which made him quite frustrated.

Waving his hand, Rong Kexiong dismissed the servant and entered the first floor.

The layout here had not changed, still with two large bookshelves.

In the center of the bookshelves, four spirit practitioners were each holding a talisman book, reading intently.

Rong Kexiong was slightly stunned, a smile appeared on his face, and his gaze became warmer. He saw Wang Xiaoxiao, the young lady who had taught him the basic incantations, among them.

Spirit practitioners usually focused entirely on their reading and paid no attention to external matters.

So, although they sensed someone entering, no one looked up.

Hesitating for a moment, Rong Kexiong did not go to disturb them but turned and walked toward another bookshelf.

On this bookshelf were the true treasures of the spirit practitioner's incantations. First-stage upper-grade incantations, the most powerful incantations that a spirit practitioner could release.

A look of anticipation flashed in Rong Kexiong's eyes. He finally reached out and touched one of the water incantation books.

However, just as he was about to pull out the book, the bookshelf glowed, releasing a protective force that pushed his finger away.

When the protective force of the bookshelf was activated, the jade pendant on Rong Kexiong's body did not react at all.

Sighing inwardly, the scripture hall's defenses were indeed strict. He could freely take first-stage lower-grade talisman books, but when it came to first-stage upper-grade books, he was powerless.

"Junior Brother Kexiong, what are you doing?" A slightly sharp and familiar voice sounded from behind him.

Rong Kexiong knew without turning around that it was Wang Xiaoxiao speaking.

He turned around and saw that, besides Wang Xiaoxiao, the other three senior brothers had also been startled by the protective light and were now looking at him with puzzled expressions.

However, upon seeing Rong Kexiong and the first-stage upper-grade bookshelf next to him, they immediately understood. Although they all forced smiles, there was a hint of undisguised mockery in their eyes.

"Junior Brother Kexiong has returned." Suddenly, a faint voice came from outside the door.

Wang Xiaoxiao's face changed slightly. She took a few steps forward, subtly shielding Rong Kexiong behind her.

From outside the door, a handsome young man slowly entered. It was Rong Kaijie, the first spirit practitioner of the Rong family's younger generation.

Seeing Wang Xiaoxiao's action, his killing intent grew stronger. However, he did not show it and instead said coldly, "Junior Brother Kexiong, do you want to read a first-stage upper-grade talisman book?"

Rong Kexiong's heart tightened. He had a blood feud with this man, but from his appearance, there was no trace of resentment. This man's depth of character was truly formidable.

He forced a smile and said, "Senior Brother Kaijie, I indeed want to read a first-stage upper-grade talisman book."

"You are just a low-stage spirit practitioner, yet you dare to read a first-stage upper-grade talisman book." Rong Kaijie's face suddenly turned stern. "Don't you think that's a bit too much?"

Rong Kexiong's brows furrowed. "Senior Brother Kaijie, I have the permission of Uncle Huang to read talisman books. Do you have any objections to Uncle Huang?"

Rong Kaijie's face showed a faint smile. "If it's Uncle Huang's decision, then I am indeed overstepping."

"Hmph." Suddenly, a cold snort sounded from outside the door. Huang Zixuan slowly entered, looking at Rong Kexiong with a stern expression. "Lying."

"Pay respects to Uncle."

Including Wang Xiaoxiao and Rong Kaijie, all the spirit practitioners bowed in respect.

"Enough." Huang Zixuan waved his hand, looking at Rong Kexiong coldly. "I only allowed you to read first-stage lower-grade talisman books. When did I ever agree to let you read first-stage upper-grade books?"