Chapter 6: Moving into Hermit Valley, the Competition After Half a Month (1/2)

Kunwu was a vassal state of the Dayu Dynasty, a mere speck on the Spirit Martial Continent, with no major sects stationed there.

Only a small Cultivator temple under the Zhenyuan Sect was responsible for recruitment, and it was also the starting point of Ning Wuxie’s cultivation path in the previous life.

At that time, Ning Wuxie did not utilize his Chaotic Defeat Body, but instead was burdened by it, and he lacked suitable cultivation methods. Ultimately, it took five years to establish a foundation, and after another three years, he finally entered the inner door of the Zhenyuan Sect!

In this life, these issues were no longer problems.

The ability to transform the sun could restrain the chaotic and unruly chaotic true qi within, helping Ning Wuxie condense true essence and establish a foundation.

When a cultivator in the Refining Qi Realm advanced from the first to the ninth level, their body would simultaneously condense strands of true essence. The more strands of true essence there were, the stronger the foundation laid during the Refining Qi Realm period, leading to a higher future potential.

However, each strand of true essence was not entirely the same and would have different attributes.

For example, wind, fire, thunder, earth, pure yin, pure yang, and so on.

As for Ning Wuxie, there was also uncertainty about what true essence would be condensed.

In the previous life, he only condensed eight strands of true essence, and their attributes were chaotic and inconsistent, resulting in a lack of actual power.

This ultimately stemmed from his humble origins, lack of cultivation resources, and absence of guidance.

But in this life, he had the strength to change this disastrous beginning.

With the awakening of the ability to transform the sun and the self-refinement of the Chaotic Defeat Body, it only took two days to approach the Refining Qi Realm, already reaching the ninth level of the Severing Meridians Realm.

Ning Wuxie sat outside the carriage, driving the cart.

“It seems that after arriving at Hermit Valley, the first strand of true essence can be condensed, officially starting the Qi refining.”

“But the urgent matter is to apply for a cave dwelling first, allowing Xuan’er to awaken. It cannot be known to outsiders.”

“Perhaps a simple cave dwelling will not be enough; formations must also be set up!”

After three days of travel, Ning Wuxie and the others entered the territory of Dayu.

The cart drove into a small town rich in smoke and fire, bustling with pedestrians, many of whom appeared extraordinary, with an ethereal demeanor.

This was already outside Hermit Valley, and the town provided various services for the cultivators of Hermit Valley, with the entrance to Hermit Valley located within the town.

Inside an ancient hall, many people of various appearances lined up, waiting to be registered by Hermit Valley.

Hermit Valley was different from any sect on the Spirit Martial Continent; it had no inheritance, no master-disciple relationships, and was merely a simple alliance of cultivators.

Any cultivator, regardless of background, could apply for a cave dwelling here based on their cultivation level, as long as they could pay a certain amount of spirit stones each month.

Ning Wuxie also brought Xuan’er and stood at the back of the line, waiting for the review.

Soon, it was Ning Wuxie’s turn. The old man behind the desk looked up and was surprised to see a teenager.

“Cultivation level, age.”

The old man scrutinized Ning Wuxie and asked seriously.

“Fifteen years old, Severing Meridians Realm, ninth level.”

Upon hearing this, many people in line behind Ning Wuxie gasped in surprise, their eyes widening.

At fifteen years old, already approaching Qi refining, this could definitely be considered a prodigy.

Such a young man, why had he not been recruited by the royal family, noble clans, or sects, but instead came to be a loose cultivator?

“Human Path Realm… but at such a young age, it can be considered acceptable.” The old man stroked his beard and said.

“You are exempt from one month’s fee, go ahead.”

After a brief consideration, the old man made a decision.

As for Xuan’er, no one paid attention; it was normal for cultivators to bring one or two companions when entering Hermit Valley.

Ning Wuxie expressed gratitude, took the wooden plaque engraved with “Area 66,” and entered Hermit Valley, finding his small courtyard to settle in with Xuan’er.

“Brother, is this entire courtyard ours?”

Upon entering the courtyard, Xuan’er’s eyes sparkled as she exclaimed softly.

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