Chapter 46

“Yes.” While Qin Zhen and Gu Ming were still surprised, Xia Ye had already responded.

Chu Ning raised an eyebrow.

“Then I’ll teach you and let you try.”

“You’ve already managed to elevate your spiritual power to the peak of B-rank just through mental meditation. Whether it’s your nature or talent, you’re very suited for alchemy. If you cultivate using the Dan Sect’s techniques, your progress will be very fast.”

Xia Ye, being a Beastman, had spiritual power that, although different from females, was still stored in the brain.

If he later cultivated his magical power and stored it in his dantian, it wouldn’t conflict with the spiritual power in his brain.

“Alright.” Xia Ye looked at Chu Ning, his eyes full of trust.

Gu Ming sat down.

“So, Master, can Beastmen really refine pills?”

“If they can, can I join too?!” He loved fighting and killing, but he had become an alchemist and was also learning medicine.

If Beastmen could refine pills, he wanted to become a pill master!

“If you’re willing, you can try,” Chu Ning answered directly.

Xia Ye glanced at Gu Ming.

“I’ll be the Great Elder, you can be the Elder.” He spoke.

“Done!” Gu Ming immediately agreed without hesitation.

He knew his place, recognizing that he couldn’t beat Qin Zhen or Xia Ye, so being the third in line was just fine with him.

And so, the plan to establish the Dan Sect was settled.

After dinner, Chu Ning began teaching Xia Ye and Gu Ming.

Qin Zhen, curious, followed along to sit in as an audience.

Chu Ning explained that the origins of the Dan Sect were traced back to her previous life, and she had inherited the teachings from her “master.”

After the explanation, she got into the main topic.

“Practicing magic includes three realms: Lower, Middle, and Upper. Each of these realms has several smaller stages.”

“For example, the Lower realm includes Qi Refining, Foundation Establishment, Core Formation, and Nascent Soul, while the Middle realm includes Void Refining, Body Fusion, and Great Ascension. The Upper realm consists of True Immortal, Golden Immortal, Taiyi, Da Luo, and Dao Ancestor.”

“By the way, don’t think the Lower realm is weak. Let me give you an analogy.”

“Qi Refining is equivalent to C-rank spiritual power. Foundation Establishment is equivalent to B-rank, and Core Formation, also called Golden Core, is equivalent to A-rank. Every time you move up a smaller stage, your spiritual power increases by one rank. For example, the Nascent Soul stage is actually equivalent to double S-rank spiritual power.”

The three Beastmen were all stunned.

“S-rank spiritual power is only equivalent to Nascent Soul? Then is it possible for anyone to cultivate to the Middle realm, to Void Refining or Body Fusion? And what about the Upper realm… is it even possible to reach that level?” Gu Ming asked, his tone incredulous.

“Of course, it’s possible,” Chu Ning answered affirmatively.

“But it’s very difficult,” she added.

For instance, in her previous life, she ascended to Void Refining during her Nascent Soul stage, only to be struck by a heavenly tribulation and perish.

“Well… it’s probably one in a few thousand years,” Chu Ning added as an afterthought.

At the time, she was full of confidence, thinking she would be the only one in two thousand years, but she was ultimately defeated.

However, this world didn’t have heavenly tribulations, so perhaps she could directly ascend to Void Refining.

But she was unsure if this world had spiritual realms.

After the Void Refining stage, the human world’s spiritual energy wouldn’t be enough to support the cultivation of immortals. If she could still advance, her lifespan would be limited to two thousand years.

“So, Master—” Xia Ye looked at Chu Ning.

“Master reached the Nascent Soul stage but couldn’t advance to Void Refining,” Chu Ning replied.

The three Beastmen exchanged glances, all feeling a bit emotional.

“Alright, this is the introductory method. Now, I’ll teach you how to refine pills.” Chu Ning said, taking out three books and handing one to each of them.

Qin Zhen didn’t get one.

Although Chu Ning felt that Qin Zhen wasn’t suited for Dan Sect cultivation, since he was there, she wouldn’t be biased.

After receiving their books, the three of them began practicing.

Xia Ye felt an obvious sensation after just one round of practice.

Gu Ming took two rounds to feel something.

As for Qin Zhen, after three rounds, he still didn’t feel anything.

“My prediction was correct. Of the three of you, Xia Ye is most suited for Dan Sect cultivation. Gu Ming can barely manage it. As for you, Qin Zhen, maybe you should give up.”

Qin Zhen felt a bit down but didn’t push it.

Chu Ning then took out some pills.

She divided two bottles of Spirit Essence Pills and two bottles of Jade Dew Pills, giving one of each to Gu Ming, and also handed him a Washing Marrow Pill.

She also gave Qin Zhen and Xia Ye each a Washing Marrow Pill.

“Gu Ming, from now on, follow Xia Ye’s example and take one Spirit Essence Pill every day to speed up your cultivation.”

“Also, you can all take the Pill later.”

Remembering something, Chu Ning looked at Xia Ye again.

“After taking the Pill, your body will immediately expel a large amount of impurities. Before you take it, make sure to have the guards help you to the bathroom and remove your clothes in advance.”

Xia Ye froze for a moment, then a blush spread across his cheeks.

Chu Ning met his charming peach blossom eyes and had to make a great effort to shift her gaze away.

Cough

“I’ll refine more Spirit Essence Pills and Jade Dew Pills tomorrow, as resources for your cultivation.”

“Strive to reach the Qi Refining stage as soon as possible, then you can try pill refining.”

“Mm.” Xia Ye smiled and nodded.

Qin Zhen and Gu Ming exchanged a glance, and their eyes held a hint of envy when looking at Xia Ye.

The family meeting quickly came to an end.

Chu Ning returned to her room, practiced some battle techniques, and then went to sleep.

Meanwhile, in the other three rooms, the Beastmen locked themselves in the bathroom to scrub away the impurities.

The Pill their wife gave them were truly impressive…

Qin Zhen and Gu Ming were the first to leave the bathroom.

Qin Zhen was carefree, washing up and going straight to bed.

Gu Ming, however, stood in front of the mirror for a long time.

After taking the Pill, not only did he feel completely relaxed, but his skin had become whiter, and his appearance had improved significantly.

Look at this face in the mirror—he was so handsome!

When he saw his wife tomorrow, she would definitely love it!

The Pill were indeed a great thing! Better than any beauty treatments or medications on the market!

However, these pills seemed rare, and their wife had only given one to each of them.

Hmm, he needed to learn Dan Sect cultivation methods properly and try to refine Pill himself.

He would take one every now and then to show his wife the most handsome version of himself.

Xia Ye, who was more particular about cleanliness, took the longest. Because his movements were slower, he was the last to exit the bathroom.

After covering himself with a towel, Xia Ye called for the guards to help him back to his room.

Sitting on the bed, Xia Ye didn’t intend to sleep. After sending the guards away, he started practicing his cultivation techniques.

Since he had decided to follow the Dan Sect’s path, he was preparing to refine his spiritual power.

So, time was precious to him.

The next day, the family of four arrived at the restaurant on time for breakfast.

As soon as Chu Ning saw the three Beastmen, she was mesmerized.

When she was in the cultivation world, she had seen many handsome cultivators, but none of them could compare to her three partners.

Just thinking that these three belonged to her made her heart fill with joy.

It seemed like she was growing more and more fond of this world…

“Wife, come here!” Gu Ming stood up and waved at Chu Ning with a smile.

Chu Ning snapped back to reality and walked over.

“Wife, sit down!” Gu Ming took Qin Zhen’s place and eagerly pulled out the chair for her.

Chu Ning glanced at Gu Ming, feeling that he was especially enthusiastic today.