Mortal: Joining the Star Palace at the Start

"You're Ji Qing?" Ji Yongwen looked Ji Qing up and down with curiosity, clicking his tongue in disapproval.

These days, it's truly rare to see a cultivator of such high status wanting to learn talisman making.

You have to understand that for this type of cultivator, if they can buy talismans with spirit stones, why bother to suffer?

Generally speaking, if a problem can be solved with spirit stones, then it should be solved with spirit stones.

"Replying to Senior, this junior is Ji Qing."

Ji Qing answered with a strong and resounding voice, radiating energy that earned him Ji Yongwen's admiration.

Being young is great; it's about having lots of energy.

That's a very good attitude.

Ji Yongwen stroked his beard, looked at Ji Qing again, and asked:

"Kid, are you really sure? Won't you reconsider?"

Ji Yongwen had some concerns, as learning to make talismans required both comprehension and perseverance.

Both are indispensable.

Although talisman making is a profession that requires very little investment of spirit stones, it is not something that everyone can learn.

Making talismans is a matter of quantity over quality; it cannot be rushed.

"I have thought it through."

Therefore, I humbly request that you, senior, in instruct me in the art of talismans.

Ji Qing bowed again.

"Sigh, fine, fine. Since you want to learn how to make talismans, then come with me."

As Ji Yongwen spoke, he immediately walked towards the inner room.

"Brother, let's go too."

"it is good."

Ji Qing smiled and nodded, his eyes softening. He then took Ling Yuling's hand and followed.

Led by Ji Yongwen, they soon arrived at a hall.

The hall is about three zhang in size and about two stories high.

Bathed in the glow of the setting sun, it appeared incredibly golden.

At this moment, there were many cultivators inside the hall.

Some of these cultivators were dressed very plainly and held a broken talisman pen in their hands, so they did not appear to be Star Palace cultivators.

Ji Qing stopped in front of the door, and upon seeing the three characters on the plaque, murmured:

"The Talisman-Making Pavilion".

"That's right, this is the Talisman Making Pavilion."

"But you're not making the talisman here, you're making it somewhere else."

"Why? Is it not possible here?"

Ji Qing frowned slightly.

He expressed his confusion.

Seeing Ji Qing's expression, Ji Yongwen smiled helplessly and began to explain:

"Although this is the Talisman Making Pavilion, most of the people who come here are independent cultivators."

They had no special skills or outstanding cultivation, so they spent a thousand spirit stones to learn talisman making here.

Ji Yongwen glanced at Ji Qing:

"What I'm worried about is that if you make talismans here, I'm afraid these rogue cultivators will dirty your eyes."

Besides, the teacher who teaches these rogue cultivators is only at the Foundation Establishment stage. What kind of talent can he possibly produce?

Upon hearing this, Ji Qing fell silent.

Taking money and doing nothing, truly befitting the Star Palace.

No, simply put, that's how the world is.

Ji Qing silently felt sorrow for them.

It's truly pathetic to spend so many spirit stones to come here and make talismans, only to learn nothing in the end.

This inevitably brought back memories of his past life.

When he first entered society, he learned a trade in order to earn money.

His master treated him like a beast of burden, only teaching him the basics and nothing else.

Later, he got so angry that he quit.

Therefore, when he thought of this, he spoke:

"Let's stay here. I think this place is pretty good."

"Hmm? Here? You've made up your mind?"

Ji Yongwen said in surprise, completely unexpected that Ji Qing would say such a thing.

According to his understanding, Ji Qing should listen to his advice and then leave.

But the reality is quite the opposite. Ji Qing not only doesn't leave, but also wants to stay here to learn how to make talismans.

Ji Yongwen quickly came to his senses.

Since Ji Qing had said so, he could only follow Ji Qing's wishes.

After all, he was the young palace master's beloved and also the personal disciple of Elder Jin Kui.

"Alright, since you want to learn talisman making here, then I'll do as you say."

As Ji Yongwen spoke, he waved and called someone over.

"Greetings, Elder Ji."

"Um."

Ji Yongwen nodded slightly:

"This is the Grand Elder's personal disciple. He will learn talisman making in the Talisman Making Pavilion from now on."

Hurry up and prepare everything, give those rogue cultivators new writing brushes, ink, and talismans, and then send the money back to them.

From this day forward, I will personally teach the talisman-making workshop.

"Yes, Your subordinate obeys."

As soon as he finished speaking, the man immediately retreated.

"Young man, wait a while. You can go over after everything is ready."

Ji Qing bowed with his hands clasped in greeting:

"Alright, I will follow your instructions, senior."

....

After about half an incense stick's time had passed, under Ji Yongwen's arrangement, the talisman paper, brush and ink were all prepared.

The talisman paper, brush, and ink were all of the finest quality.

The talisman brush is made from the hair of a blue-maned beast and crafted from century-old spirit wood, making it very expensive.

Sand ink, on the other hand, is made by using the essence and blood of demonic beasts, combined with cinnabar, and is divided into five elements.

As for the last type, it is talisman paper.

It is made using the essence of green bamboo, combined with many secret ingredients.

Such talisman paper can better withstand the violent energy brought by the essence of demonic beasts, and the success rate of making talismans using this type of talisman paper is much higher than that of ordinary talisman paper.

"Did you know? I heard that a very important person has come to the Star Palace. It seems he's also here to learn how to make talismans."

"I've heard about it, what's the big deal?"

The young man replied, his expression turning solemn:

"I also heard that we were able to get a new batch of writing brushes, ink, and talisman paper thanks to this gentleman."

"If it weren't for him, Elder Ji wouldn't have come here to give the lecture in person."

"What! Elder Ji is coming here to give a lecture personally?! Is it true?"

"Ha, of course it's true, why would I lie to you?"

"My goodness! This person is truly remarkable!" The man's face was full of shock.

Who is Elder Ji? He is a genuine early-stage Nascent Soul cultivator.

Yet this very cultivator would personally teach this person.

That's truly remarkable.

At the same time, he was very excited.

Elder Ji is a master of talisman making. If they have him teaching them, wouldn't they be making a fortune?

"We are so grateful to that person. If it weren't for him, we wouldn't be qualified to meet a Nascent Soul cultivator."

The crowd began to discuss the matter, and for a time the hall was filled with commotion.

However, just as they were discussing who this important person was, a man and a woman suddenly entered the hall, and the room instantly fell silent.

"Alright kid, you can sit here from now on. Everything's been prepared for you."

"Yes, senior, I understand."

"Um."

Ji Yongwen nodded slightly, then glanced at everyone before beginning his lecture.