LIGHTNOVELWORLD Chapter 4:
Chapter 4: She Is Waiting For Your Return In The Rain:
Xu Xi’s first impression of the master of Forest Sword Peak was excellent.
This newly recognized master had a kind-hearted and approachable demeanor. He looked like a gentle old man, without the arrogance often associated with Nascent Soul Realm cultivators.
Behind his broad robe was a simple wooden sword. Though its design was plain and unremarkable, the fact that a Nascent Soul monk carried it hinted at it being a powerful hidden magic weapon.
Similarly, as Xu Xi observed the master of Forest Sword Peak, the peak leader, Li Wanshou, was also studying Xu Xi.
The more Li Wanshou looked, the more pleased he became.
Stroking his white beard, he said, “Not bad, not bad. A rare wood-based spiritual root! Truly a blessing for my Forest Sword Peak.”
Some other Nascent Soul Realm cultivators from the sect grumbled, “Li Wanshou, why does the wood spiritual root have to go to your Forest Sword Peak?”
“Exactly!”
“Everyone knows the Five Elements interact—Wood fuels Fire. My Flame Sword Peak could also train this young man!”
Li Wanshou burst out laughing at their envious remarks.
With a wave of his sleeve, a gust of wind carried Xu Xi off the ground, flying him toward the green mountains in the distance.
“Let’s go, my good disciple,” he said with a chuckle. “Don’t let these jealous old guys cause you trouble!”
Li Wanshou laughed heartily as they soared away.
The green mountains loomed majestically ahead.
The overlapping layers of mountains and rivers shimmered with vitality, while the wind and clouds moved in harmony, creating a breathtaking scene.
Before Xu Xi realized it, he had left the Heavenly Sword Sect’s main hall far behind and was rapidly approaching Forest Sword Peak.
“Master…” Xu Xi hesitated, quickly correcting himself. “Master, is it really alright for us to leave so suddenly?”
Li Wanshou scolded him playfully, “Don’t worry about it! Those old ghosts have mocked me for years, saying my Forest Sword Peak lacks talent. Now it’s their turn to eat their words!”
The old man’s carefree attitude was infectious, and his profound Nascent Soul mana made their journey swift.
Before long, they reached Forest Sword Peak.
The architectural style was similar to the main hall of the sect, but the peak was adorned with numerous bamboo swords. From a distance, it appeared as though thousands of green swords stood tall on the mountain, their sharp edges glinting in the sunlight.
“My good disciple, from now on, you’re responsible for Forest Sword Peak.”
“There’s only one true disciple on this mountain—you. That makes you the eldest disciple here.”
“From top to bottom, you can manage everything as you see fit. If you have any questions or doubts about cultivation, just come to the Forest Sword Hall at the top of the mountain to find me.”
“Train well. Our Heavenly Sword Sect has never produced a God Transformation Realm cultivator. You might be the first. Haha, if I can teach a God Transformation Realm disciple, my life will be complete.”
With that, Li Wanshou handed Xu Xi a storage bag and a secret manual, then walked into the palace on the mountaintop with his hands behind his back, humming happily.
Xu Xi stood there holding the bag and manual, feeling conflicted. “This feels like working in a black factory…”
[You successfully joined the Nascent Soul-level Heavenly Sword Sect and became the sole true disciple of Forest Sword Peak.]
[Inside the storage bag, you found a travel token, a flying boat usable by mortals, and a large number of spiritual stones, talismans, formations, and magical tools. You suddenly felt that you were destined to belong to Forest Sword Peak.]
[You used the flying boat to bring your sister Xu Moli to your side and found an uninhabited cave for her to stay in the mountains.]
[Your talent is extraordinary. You sensed Qi on the first day, refined it in three days, and reached the perfection of Qi Refining Realm within 100 days. Li Wanshou praised you with a slightly awkward expression, saying you reminded him of himself in his youth.]
[Not long after, you heard surprising news.]
[Your master, the Nascent Soul Realm cultivator Li Wanshou, had been injured.]
[After investigating, you learned that Li Wanshou had been bragging about your cultivation speed to the other peak masters and got beaten up by them in frustration. You shook your head, thinking he deserved it.]
[Meanwhile, your incredible cultivation speed earned you admiration from everyone at Forest Sword Peak.]
[No one dared to ridicule or challenge you. Your Heavenly Spiritual Root, like something out of an overly dramatic online novel, made you feel that this life was almost too easy.]
[Your position as a disciple of Forest Sword Peak was unshakable. Everyone believed you would eventually reach the Nascent Soul stage and might even glimpse the realm of deity.]
…
“Rumble—”
Thunder roared as dark clouds blanketed the sky. Silver threads of rain fell, converging into lines before being shredded by the fierce wind, turning into a storm.
Rain at Forest Sword Peak was different from the bustling rain of Black Rock City. The former was serene and solitary, while the latter buzzed with human activity.
But one thing remained constant—someone always waited for Xu Xi.
“Brother!!”
At the cave entrance, a small figure struggled to hold up an oil-paper umbrella larger than herself. She waved excitedly at Xu Xi.
“Didn’t I tell you not to wait for me every time?” Xu Xi said as he took the umbrella, tilting it slightly to cover her petite frame.
“Hey, but the book says it’ll make my brother happy,” she replied cheekily.
“What book?”
“One Hundred and Eight Strategies to Capture a Man’s Heart. Sister Dan lent it to me.”
Xu Xi paused, then ruffled her hair. “Don’t read books like that. They’re not suitable for kids.”
“Oh…” The girl nodded, half-understanding but trusting her brother completely.
The duo walked back through the rain under the large umbrella. The paper shielded them from the storm, letting only a faint misty fragrance of rain reach them.
Back at the cave, the formation activated automatically, silencing the sound of the storm.
The cave wasn’t a simple stone dwelling. In the world of immortals, a cave’s value depended on its concentration of spiritual energy, not its appearance. Xu Xi’s cave was basic, much like their old wooden house in Black Rock City, though slightly larger.
Xu Xi didn’t mind the simplicity, but Xu Moli loved to decorate it. She often brought flowers and plants to liven up the place.
After playing for a while, she ran to Xu Xi, pestering him with questions.
“Brother, what’s it like to cultivate as an immortal? Can you fly into the sky?”
“Of course. When I make a breakthrough into the Foundation Building Realm next year, I’ll be able to fly on my sword. I’ll take you with me then.”
“Really? I’ll wait for that!”
“Don’t worry. It won’t take long.” Xu Xi patted her head.
The girl beamed with joy, her eyes sparkling.
Then, Xu Xi opened his hand, revealing two hard candies. “I got these today. Take them and enjoy.”
Her happiness grew even brighter, and she exclaimed, “Brother is the best!”
[Your path as an immortal progressed smoothly.]
[After reaching the perfection of Qi Refining Realm, you weren’t in a rush to make a breakthrough into the Foundation Building Realm. Following Li Wanshou’s advice, you began refining your foundation to achieve perfection.]
[During this time, you studied the four arts of cultivation: alchemy, weapon refining, formations, and talismans.]
[Your talent shone through. You mastered the four arts quickly and even developed a new recipe on a whim.]
[The sect valued your contribution, rewarding you handsomely. Your life with your sister improved greatly.]