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Chapter 424 Two close friends, whom I miss dearly.
Chen Xu naturally didn't possess any innate primordial talisman body!

But Master Mao was not giving up. He went forward again and pressed and examined Chen Xu's entire body, checking his muscles and bones thoroughly.

Soon, the expression on his face changed from excitement to confusion, and then from confusion to strangeness.

"No, it really isn't a Dao Body. You don't have a Dao Body, you really don't have a Dao Body!"

But you don't have a physical body, so why do you have such a keen understanding of the Dao of talismans?

Could it be that he is truly a person with exceptional comprehension, possessing extraordinary insight in everything he does?
But can one possess such comprehension without a physical body?

Master Mao couldn't believe it; a long string of conspiracy theories even vaguely flashed through his mind.

Could it be that Chen Xu was a genius secretly cultivated by some sect, undergoing intensive training before being sent out to join other sects?

Because he has learned so much, he is able to demonstrate such genius in every aspect.
This question only flashed through Master Mao's mind for a moment before he quickly dismissed it.

He was even amused by the thought that had popped into his head.

As I said before, what merit or ability does he, a mere sixth-rank Shenji Sect member, possess?

Which sect would bother with such a small sect as Shenji Sect?

Old rival, the Hundred Refinements Sect?

Ha, that puts too much pressure on the Hundred Refinements Sect.

While it's true that you shouldn't belittle your opponent, since belittling your opponent is tantamount to belittling yourself.

But Master Mao had already belittled himself first, so how could he possibly think highly of the opposing sect?
A disciple like Chen Xu would be nurtured by any sect in the outer city, and they should try their best to help him enter the inner city's upper sect.

In this way, one can receive both rewards from the higher sect and a lasting connection with the temple.

As for using him to spread conspiracy theories, it's fine on a small scale, but sending him to an enemy sect would be tantamount to aiding the enemy.

According to the sect rules of this world, no matter what the circumstances, whoever raises the disciple belongs to that sect.

If Chen Xu was nurtured in the Divine Mechanism Sect, but after being promoted to the Upper Sect, he turned against the Divine Mechanism Sect and instead became close to the Hundred Refinements Sect.

Even without the Shenji Sect making any reaction, Chen Xu himself would be despised by the world.

Once you reach the upper sect, how fierce will the competition be?
Once Chen Xu is branded as ungrateful, his future will be almost entirely ruined.

What grudge or hatred could cause someone to harm themselves like this?

Master Mao dismissed the conspiracy theory, then asked Chen Xu again, "Disciple, you just hadn't learned about puppet array patterns beforehand, did you?"

Chen Xu shook his head sincerely: "I have never studied it."

He hadn't studied puppet array patterns, but he had studied other runes.

Chen Xu originally wanted to speak frankly, but then he thought of the special nature of the "All Things Transformation Talisman".

Unsure if similar life-inducing spells existed in this world, he ultimately kept a secret and didn't reveal it directly.

Treating others with sincerity does not mean having no privacy at all.

Chen Xu then asked Master Mao, "Master, what is the mystery of the array symbols?"

"The mystery of the array symbols."

Master Mao composed himself and sighed, “The mystery of array symbols refers to the fact that some array symbol masters, when they have learned the way of array symbols to a high level, will actually become more confused.”

Beginners are usually unlikely to be able to solve the mystery of the array symbols.

Only array masters with high levels of skill and profound understanding can possibly experience the mysteries of arrays before breaking through their current level.

The mysteries of arrays experienced by different array masters are often different.

"What you've experienced, my disciple, I have indeed seen in the array formation notes of those who came before me."

It turns out that Chen Xu wasn't the first person to see the "World Silk Thread"!
But Master Mao added, "However, the mystery of such array symbols related to the truth of heaven and earth is often impossible to find a definitive answer to."

My disciple, it's a good thing that you've encountered the mystery of the array symbols. It proves that your comprehension is extraordinary, far surpassing that of ordinary people.

But you're just a beginner now, and thinking too much can easily confuse your understanding, which isn't a good thing. As your teacher, I need to carefully consider whether you should start learning array formations.

At this point, he paced back and forth with his hands behind his back.

After going back and forth for about ten rounds, Mao Zhen finally made up his mind and said, "Before you cultivate the Golden Core, you should not directly come into contact with the array symbols again."

Follow the steps one by one: first learn forging, then quenching, and finally array formations.

Therefore, you should first return to your cave to cultivate. Come to this weapon-refining room at dawn every day and learn from me for two hours of refining.

My disciple, the reason I insist that you learn weapon crafting is not because I personally love weapon crafting.

Rather, it is because this sect's unique skill, the Hundred Refinements Divine Forging Method, can only be truly mastered through forging.

The Hundred Refinements Divine Forging Method is the strongest Nascent Soul cultivation method in our sect. It is a high-grade Xuan-level cultivation method, and can even directly lead to the Nascent Soul stage!
Although you have not yet obtained the true qualifications to learn the Hundred Refinements Divine Technique, it is still very necessary to learn forging first.

"If one enters my Divine Mechanism Sect and cannot temper one's spirit through a hundred refinements, wouldn't one have come in vain?"

At this point, he gently patted Chen Xu's shoulder, his expression somewhat subtle.

Chen Xu was somewhat unsure of the meaning behind Mao Zhenren's expression, but he could still sense the sincerity in Mao Zhenren's words.

Chen Xu immediately said, "Thank you, Master, for your careful planning. I will listen to you."

Master Mao was very pleased, and a smile appeared on his face again.

He nodded and said, "Good disciple, in this way, you will first cultivate within the sect for a month."

Once you are familiar with everything in the sect and have mastered the basics, you can go out and do the true disciple missions.

Once the true teaching mission is completed and you return, you should cultivate diligently and prepare to form your core.

"The Core Formation will take place in the secret realm of the Gate of Calamity. You need not worry about this; I already have a plan."

He planned everything very well.

Unexpectedly, Chen Xu, who had always been very obedient, suddenly said:

“Master, I have two good friends back in my hometown. I would like to bring them to the sect as well, but I’m afraid they won’t be able to cultivate here for too long.”

"I'd rather complete the true discipleship quest first, pick up my two friends along the way, and then focus on my cultivation."

Master Mao was stunned. He asked in return, "Your friend, you want to take him to the Divine Mechanism Sect? Is he... surnamed Ji? Right, that kid's surname is Ji, isn't it?"

Is he a good friend like that kid surnamed Ji?

Chen Xu said, "No, they are two spirit beasts, two extremely intelligent and interesting spirit beasts. They have accompanied me in my cultivation for a long time, formed a spirit beast contract with me, and are also my good friends."

Given the world's strong aversion to demons, Chen Xu carefully considered his options and referred to Wei Yuan and the little mouse as spirit beasts.

In reality, whether it's a spirit beast or a little demon, it's just a name.

In Chen Xu's heart, these two were friends, partners, and even family!
He seems to have experienced a lot since he came into this world, but in reality, only a few days have passed.

However, only a few days had passed, and Chen Xu already missed his two friends very much.

Master Mao then said, both amused and exasperated, "Two spirit beasts, you mean two friends?"
I thought you were going to recommend two more outer disciples to join the sect.

Never mind, if you want to accept it, then go and accept it later.

"Then you must cultivate diligently. Your master is hoping you'll make me proud at this year's Immortal Sect Conference."

He laughed.

Thinking that Chen Xu cared so much about the two spirit beasts, he must be a person who values ​​relationships and loyalty.

That's excellent. A disciple with loyalty and righteousness is naturally more reassuring to take in than one without loyalty and righteousness.

With such extraordinary talent and exceptional comprehension, one wonders what kind of brilliance he will possess after he reaches the Core Formation stage.
Thinking of this, Master Mao began to genuinely look forward to this year's Immortal Sect Conference.

(End of this chapter)