Translator: Dj22031
Editor: Dj22031
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Chi Miao wanted to curse.
After she used the smokescreen to escape unscathed, she received the big gift package and the system was unlocked.
But after unlocking the second mission, she had to come back again.
[Mission: Survive until the crowd falls behind]
[Mission Description: It’s better to live a life of compromise in a crowd than to live a life of compromise alone. The more people blocking your way, the greater your chances of survival.]
[Mission Objective: Successfully join one of the top ten sects.]
[Task Progress: 0/1]
[Quest Reward: Introduction to Weapon Forging]
To complete the task, whether considering the principle of proximity or the ongoing recruitment, Jiujian Mountain was the best choice.
But there were tens of thousands of steps on Jiujian Mountain, it was very difficult for ordinary people to climb!
The Gou Shi System said, “These steps have been tens of thousands of times over the years. Don’t always blame others. Think about whether you have worked hard or whether you have been a Gou Emperor in this cultivation world!”
The system is activated; but I’d rather be dead.
It speaks harshly and acts cruelly.
But Chi Miao had never been one to let herself be wronged in her life. She immediately pulled out a dagger and pointed it at her head: “No need to wait for the punishment for failing the mission. Either change your attitude and show some respect, or I’ll commit suicide and you can find a better host.”
The attitude of the Gou Shi system underwent a complete 180-degree change; if it weren’t for the fact that he was hand and footless…
“Smimasai Susu-chan, Watashiwa[1] knows he was wrong. You still have a newbie gift pack. Why don’t you open it first before deciding whether to commit suicide?”
Chi Miao paused, then closed her eyes.
Okay, okay, okay.
Do you want to use her ten years of hard work to awaken her will to live?
Chi Miao: “Open!”
If you don’t want to, you might as well.
[Open the newbie gift pack. Congratulations, host, you have obtained 1 random top-grade spiritual root, +1 charm value, and “Very good comprehension”.]
[Top-grade Fire Spiritual Root: A promising talent for cultivation! Highlighting the “top-grade” aspect, you’ll become a highly sought-after individual in the cultivation world!]
Chi Miao: “?”
She tolerated the top-tier spiritual root, and she tolerated the +1 charm value, but what did this “pretty good comprehension” mean?
Gou Shi System: “Because you don’t have unparalleled comprehension, but you’re already much better than most people. Don’t worry, it’s good stuff, it’ll boost your brainpower.”
Chi Miao: “…”
Why does it feel like there’s a hidden meaning in your comment that you’re using to fill in the blanks?
Does she need brain repair after years of swindling?
However, she was magnanimous and too lazy to argue with Gou Shi System.
She asked, “Do I have a personal panel?”
Gou Shi System: “There really is one. Do you want to see it?”
She definitely wanted to see it; she was very curious.
[Host: Chi Miao]
[Talent: Top-grade Fire Spirit Root]
[Realm Level: Not Yet Entered]
[Charm Value: 70 (depending on a combination of factors such as appearance, demeanor, and ability to deceive)]
[Comment: A little girl who, while lacking in talent, is incredibly cheeky.]
Chi Miao: “…That’s enough.”
If you keep spouting nonsense, I’ll skin you alive!
After confirming her information, Chi Miao returned to the entrance of Jiujian Mountain and waited in line to have her spiritual root examined.
Jiujian Mountain was one of the ten major sects in the cultivation world, and the number one sword sect in the world.
To be honest, with her top-grade fire spirit root, Chi Miao would definitely shine in the recruitment ceremony. Not to mention just getting started, she might even be noticed by elders and other big shots.
At that time, it would truly be a case of a good-for-nothing making a comeback, getting promoted and making a fortune.
The thought of having a good life and being able to show off made Chi Miao impatient.
The spiritual root test was conducted one by one in a queue. Those who passed could get a number to proceed to the next round of testing, while those who failed had to go back.
Spiritual roots were broadly classified into metal, wood, water, fire, and earth, with fire spiritual roots being the most popular and sought-after.
To become a weapon refiner or an alchemist, one must have a fire elemental root.
Of course, there were more than just these five types of spiritual roots. There were also some mutated spiritual roots, and those with unusual spiritual roots were all promising talents that sects competed for.
Chi Miao wanted the same treatment, so the Gou Shi system promised her a great deal: “If you do the tasks diligently, you can have anything you want!”
Chi Miao shook her head: “Chi Miao doesn’t like to compete. It will be obtained by the one who is destined to have it.”
Gou Shi System: “You can fool others, but don’t fool yourself.”
Chi Miao then added, “However, I have a connection with everything.”
Gou Shi System: “…”
Okay, you’re still the more shameless one.
Just then, a golden figure suddenly stood in front of Chi Miao, so dazzling it was almost blinding.
Why does it look familiar?
Upon seeing this… Chi Miao froze. Wasn’t this Jin Shengfei, that damned bast**d?!
How did he suddenly appear here?
Jin Shengfei was extremely handsome, possessing a charming and approachable appearance. At this moment, he was carefully observing Chi Miao.
To be honest, Chi Miao was so nervous that she was sweating profusely.
No matter how good Jin Shengfei’s character was, he was still one of the most outstanding talents of our time, with top-notch talent and family background. He must have realized that he had been deceived.
Does this sudden appearance mean he’s recognized her and was looking for trouble?
Could she have died before she even started repairing the chain?
At that moment, Jin Shengfei suddenly moved closer.
“You… look familiar?”
F*ck!
He recognized me after all!
Chi Miao had prepared a lot of smoke bombs. If all else failed, she could just give up the mission and focus on surviving!
“Familiar? How could that be? I’m just a nobody, not as famous as Young Master Jin. If I had met Young Master Jin before, I certainly wouldn’t have forgotten him.” Chi Miao appeared calm on the surface, but inside she was already panicking.
Jin Shengfei stroked his chin, deep in thought.
But he felt a strange sense of familiarity with the person in front of him.
“Could it be…”
“Could it be?” Chi Miao asked as well.
“Could this be what they call love at first sight?!”
Pfft!
Chi Miao was speechless. This person was incredibly stupid, but it was better than recognizing her.
So she quickly chimed in, “Yes, yes, yes, that’s love at first sight!”
Jin Shengfei immediately put his arm around her shoulder.
“Since we’re so destined to meet, how about we team up? I met a divine calculator today, who must be part of the trial. He told me I’ll definitely pass. If you come with me, you’ll be fine.”
“Team up?”
That’s absolutely unacceptable! Who would be so shameless as to team up with someone they’ve already cheated? That’s utterly immoral!
Jin Shengfei: “Yeah, as long as you can get through the first round, we’ll team up for the next two rounds, and I’ll cover your food and lodging.”
Meals and accommodation included?
Do you know how tempting that is for an orphan who started out with such a hard life?
Chi Miao: “Deal. Boss, just let me know whenever you need me.”
Jin Shengfei: “Hahaha, don’t be so formal calling me boss. I just felt a connection with you. I have excellent judgment and I’ve never misjudged anyone! Anyone I feel a connection with must be an unparalleled genius or an exceptionally good person!”
Chi Miao fell silent.
Jin Shengfei, I’m really crying!
….
The person in front tested the spiritual roots extremely quickly.
You just simply place your hand on the test stone, and you’ll get the results immediately.
“Bone age seventeen, four spiritual roots of metal, wood, water, and earth. The spiritual roots are too mixed and the root values are too low. Not qualified. Next!”
“Bone age eighty, dual spiritual roots of water and wood, water sixty, wood seventy, sir… cultivating immortality requires laying a solid foundation from childhood to win at the starting line. Don’t settle for less, your body can’t take it, next!”
Those with overly mixed spiritual roots or roots with excessively low values would not be accepted.
There were now 7,000 test takers, but less than 100 had passed. It was really brutal!
The threshold for entering Jiujian Mountain was quite high.
Soon it was Jin Shengfei and Chi Miao’s turn.
“Next up, Jin Shengfei of the Jiangling Jin Clan!”
Jin Shengfei smiled, eager to try.
“Chi Miao, just you wait and see what my performance will do, and I’ll surprise everyone!”
Chi Miao also chimed in enthusiastically, “Great!”
She did indeed want to see just how talented Jin Shengfei, who was known as a young prodigy, really was, and also to get a feel for the world of cultivation.
Jin Shengfei was quite famous; both the Jin family of Jiangling and he himself were enough to attract a lot of attention.
The bigwigs on the cloud were clearly taking this much more seriously.
Jin Shengfei gripped the testing stone tightly.
In an instant, golden light shone brightly!
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[1] Excuse me (or I’m sorry), Susu-chan. As for me/ I… I don’t know why the system started speaking in Japanese, but whatever…
