Name: Sword Array Formation TechniqueQuality: Third-Tier PurpleType: Book ItemEffect: Allows one to learn Zhan Xiuran’s method of setting up sword arrays through study.Rating: 83Description: The essence of Zhan Xiuran’s sword-array technique. Once mastered, one can skillfully deploy sword arrays.Name: Method of Refining ImplementsQuality: Third-Tier PurpleType: Book ItemEffect: Allows one to learn Zhan Xiuran’s method of refining implements through study.Rating: 85Description: Zhan Xiuran possesses exceptional talent, mastering the three great branches of arrays, implements, and talismans. Among them, he is most proficient in implement refinement.Name: Talisman Crafting MethodQuality: Third-Tier PurpleType: Book ItemEffect: Allows one to learn…Fang Qing no longer cared to read the rest.Sword arrays, implement refinement, talisman crafting—these were formidable arts in the cultivation world.But none suited her.Not only because she was a martial artist, but also because they required time to learn.It was obvious that these were not things one could master quickly.Even if she learned them, it was uncertain they’d benefit her.After all, a novice’s skill would hardly boost her strength dramatically, and mastering them would demand immense effort.She stowed the three jade slips in her personal space and set off again, walking forward.She didn’t know exactly where Weiping City lay, but by heading onward, she would surely arrive.…After handing over a few silver coins to the middle-aged man before him, Gu Yuan instructed, “Soon a beauty named Fang Qing—carrying a long blade at her waist—will come this way. When she arrives, help her with city entry.”The man nodded repeatedly and solemnly replied, “Young Master, I guarantee this task.”Gu Yuan nodded again and added, “If she asks, don’t mention that I sent you.”Seeing the man nod, Gu Yuan turned and melted into the crowd within °• N 𝑜 v 𝑒 l i g h t •° Weiping City.The middle-aged man remained at the city gate, watching closely for anyone matching Gu Yuan’s description.…Fang Qing looked up at the sun. It had climbed high overhead, nearly noon.Knowing the time, she gazed at the majestic city walls ahead and sighed. Not knowing the way was troublesome—she had circled several times before finding Weiping City.Fortunately, she hadn’t wasted too much time.Fang Qing joined the long line at the city gate.…With the sun at its zenith, it was noon.Fang Qing watched the few people ahead, noting they each handed a copper coin to the guard before entering. She deduced that entering the city required a fee.Realizing this, Fang Qing’s mind raced. She had no coin and needed a solution.As she pondered, a middle-aged man approached and politely asked, “Excuse me, miss—are you Fang Qing?”His question snapped Fang Qing from her thoughts. She slipped her right hand to her blade’s hilt and asked, “How do you know my name?”The man glanced at her long blade and complimented her, “I see your sturdy posture and weapon; you must be skilled. I wished to make a friend.”“Oh? And how do you intend to befriend me?”The man produced a small pouch and quickly pressed it into her hand, saying, “A small gift—please accept it.”Fang Qing felt inside and, realizing its contents, smiled faintly as she asked, “May I know your honorable name?”The man bowed, “I am Lu Zhengyang.”“Brother Lu, if you ever need help, just ask. If it’s within my ability, I will resolve it for you.” Fang Qing waved her hand effortlessly.Having completed his task, Lu Zhengyang nodded and returned the bow, “I have urgent matters—pardon my departure.”“Then I wish you success, Brother Lu.”Watching Lu Zhengyang leave, Fang Qing mused on his motives. As someone new to this world, known only to Gu Yuan, it couldn’t be profit or fame—only desire. But she realized she had no mirror, so she didn’t know her own appearance. Not that she would be a beauty; after all, beauty looks at one’s bone structure, not the surface, and she’d changed bodies.Putting these thoughts aside, Fang Qing remembered Lu Zhengyang and resumed her place in line.…Fang Qing produced a copper coin from the pouch and paid the guard. She entered Weiping City without issue.Upon entry, the Holy Sanctuary notified her:[Entered Weiping City; World Progress +1%]Surprised, Fang Qing noted this method of gaining world progress. She then scanned the surrounding buildings.Spotting a tavern, she entered.Inside, the tavern buzzed with activity—people chatting, eating, and drinking tea.Silently, Fang Qing took a seat in a corner. When the attendant came, she merely ordered a cup of tea and listened to the conversations around her.“Did you hear? The new rising faction in Dali Cave—Wugou Alliance—is attacking Tingxia Tower!”“Good riddance! Tingxia Tower abducts children, severing countless lineages! The Wugou Alliance should show no mercy and kill them all!”“Brother Jiang speaks rightly. Old Wang’s daughter was taken by Tingxia Tower. We don’t know her fate. If the Wugou Alliance annihilates Tingxia Tower, Old Wang would rest easier in the Nine Springs.”…After eavesdropping on these discussions, Fang Qing learned of the current hotspot: the Wugou Alliance’s assault on Tingxia Tower. Both factions had cultivators, and the clash would conclude by tomorrow.Having gleaned valuable intel, Fang Qing finished her tea and strode out of the tavern.…In a dim, deserted alley, Fang Qing pressed Wu Qian’s blade to a man’s neck before her and demanded with killing intent, “Where is Dali Cave? Tell me, or I will kill you!”“T-then… Milady, please put down the blade, I’ll lead you there,” the man stammered, voice trembling.Fang Qing’s eyes flickered. She immediately threatened again, “Lead the way. No tricks, or one slash ends you!”“I understand, I understand!” the man hurriedly agreed.…Before a gray brick wall, Fang Qing patted the man’s shoulder and asked, “This is the entrance?”The man jerked, then forced a smile as he replied, “Yes, I swear on heaven, this is Dali Cave’s entrance.”“Then demonstrate for me.”Her icy tone cut to his marrow.“Yes, Milady,” he said, and with heavy steps walked to the wall, then ran headlong into it.At his impact, the wall rippled like water and swallowed him effortlessly.Witnessing this, Fang Qing calmly stepped forward. Pressing Wu Qian’s tip to the gray wall, she confirmed its reality, then briskly stepped through.She felt as though passing through a thin membrane and emerged inside Dali Cave.Immediately upon entry, she surveyed her surroundings. She stood on a broad earthen path, flanked on either side by lavish, splendid buildings.

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