Although his strength hasn't improved much during this period, he has made up for his lack of extra foundational skills.

Speed ​​is important, but sometimes slowing down is also important.

He was already very satisfied with what he had gained along the way.

squeak!

The door creaked open, and Shuiyun walked in slowly. She beckoned with her finger and said, "Lu Jin, Liu Deshui, you two come here."

Huang Yu understood; the results of the two people's assessments were in. Lu Jin would likely be kept, while Liu Deshui would be sent to the Yanwu Hall.

He didn't think too much about it. He hadn't been sent away yet, so he was probably under observation like Li Muxuan, or perhaps the investigation into him hadn't been completed.

During this time, he also figured it out: if he couldn't learn the Reverse Rebirth Triple Technique, it wouldn't be a big deal.

There are countless methods in the world of supernatural beings. He doesn't necessarily have to undergo a triple rebirth. He can find other suitable methods.

They might even use the opportunities for sudden enlightenment granted by their [Spiritual Awareness] talent to create their own unique method!

These are all rather troublesome, but he is confident!

Li Muxuan squatted to one side, holding a wood-chopping knife, his face gloomy.

That night, Huang Yu and Li Muxuan lay on the bed.

After a long silence, Li Muxuan suddenly asked, "Liu Deshui is gone, and Lu Jin should have been accepted, but the two of us are left here. Why do you think that is?"

Huang Yu thought for a moment and comforted him, "Don't worry, if they had no intention of taking us in, we would have been driven away long ago."

"They're probably hesitating; the assessment of us isn't over yet."

"Perhaps the qualifications required for success vary from person to person. It's already been determined whether Lu Jin and Liu Deshui will succeed."

"Of course, the higher-ups may still be investigating our past performance and whether what we said is true."

"Your previous performance? What performance?" Li Muxuan was taken aback, then seemed to realize something and exclaimed, "No way, it can't be that complicated!"

Huang Yu laughed and said, "Of course it takes this much trouble. When I was a beggar in the city, the beggar leaders would check whether you were a local or a beggar from out of town. And the beggars from out of town would stick together in their own areas for mutual support..."

"Even beggars need to be investigated, let alone a prestigious sect like Sanyi."

"What, do you have a shameful past?"

Li Muxuan was speechless: "I only hope that the villagers will be mindful of their words..."

……

Another week later, Chengzhen rushed back to Sanyi Gate, travel-worn, to pay her respects to Zuo Ruotong.

“Master, it’s all been verified. There is indeed a Dafeng Village in Changcheng. It was massacred by the nearby Black Tiger Village a few months ago.”

At this point, Chengzhen hesitated and said, "However, what's strange is that the Black Tiger Stronghold was wiped out, and not a single person from the entire stronghold escaped."

“I went to the original site of Black Tiger Stronghold. It was very gloomy and there were traces of battles fought by strange people. It seems that a shaman controlled the evil spirits to massacre this stronghold.”

Zuo Ruotong said, "So, Da Niu's revenge has been taken?"

“Yes!” Chengzhen continued, recounting his findings. “I then followed the route from Changcheng to Fucheng, asking beggar leaders and merchants in various places. Indeed, quite a few people had seen Li Daniu.”

"His background should be fine."

Finally, Chengzhen gave his own judgment: generally speaking, if the investigation has reached this level, there is basically no problem.

After a moment of silence, Zuo Ruotong said, "Very good, thank you for your hard work, go and rest now."

"It is all what a disciple should do." Chengzhen cupped his hands in greeting.

Chapter 45 Climbing mountains cannot lead to heaven.

In the lower courtyard, Huang Yu was chopping firewood alone.

brake!

With one stroke, a piece of wood was split in two.

[Firewood Chopping Experience +1]

Current progress: Woodcutting (Proficiency 5/300)

Huang Yu's wood-chopping skills were already quite advanced; he could accurately find the gaps between various types of wood. Unfortunately, he failed to successfully advance to the [Woodcutter] profession.

[Common Occupation - Woodcutter]

Job Change Requirements:

1. Wood-chopping skills have reached a proficient level. √

2. Sold a pile of firewood.

After changing jobs:

1. Attribute growth

2. Gain the class talent: Heavy Cleave

3. Obtain special bonuses:

(1) You are more likely to find the weak points of the wood.

(2) Reduced physical exertion when chopping wood

As the saying goes, firewood, rice, oil, salt, soy sauce, vinegar, and tea are the most important daily necessities in ancient times.

Woodcutters were people who made a living by chopping and selling firewood. They would painstakingly chop firewood in the deep mountains and then carry it to the market to sell. It was a major profession in ancient times.

As production methods have improved and lifestyles have become more diverse, the number of woodcutters has gradually decreased.

Now, Huang Yu's wood-chopping skills have reached the required level, but he still lacks the final step of selling firewood before he can switch to this profession.

Of course, being part of the Sanyi Sect, he couldn't possibly actually sell the firewood he chopped.

"Isn't the investigation into me finished yet?"

Huang Yu pondered silently. Three days ago, Li Muxuan was called out alone and never returned. He guessed that he had been sent to Dongshan to train and learn.

Now he's the only one left in the entire Lower House.

Huang Yu estimated that the results of his assessment should be available in the next few days.

After chopping firewood for another half hour, the gate creaked open, and a young man in white clothes and white hair appeared at the door.

Huang Yu looked up and was slightly taken aback. His temperament was so extraordinary and his cultivation level was completely unfathomable. There was no mistake, this should be the legendary Great Ying Immortal Zuo Ruotong.

This was the first time he had met this Great Ying Immortal, and he had to admit, he was truly extraordinary.

He stood up and cupped his hands in greeting to Zuo Ruotong: "Li Dani greets Master Zuo."

Zuo Ruotong asked in surprise, "You recognize me?"

Huang Yu shook his head: "I don't recognize you, but I've heard that the Left Sect Master is immortal and has an eternal youth. In the entire Sanyi Sect, you are probably the only young man with such an extraordinary demeanor."

Zuo Ruotong shook her head and chuckled: "You're quite clever."

Then, he said gently, "You must have gone through a lot of hardships along the way. Would you mind telling me about them?"

Huang Yu said, "Those hardships are nothing to me now. All I want to do now is learn the skills to avenge my family."

"What if I told you that everyone in Black Tiger Stronghold is dead and you have already avenged yourself?"

At this point, Zuo Ruotong stared intently into Huang Yu's eyes.

Huang Yu then feigned shock and confusion: "What do you mean? Really?"

Zuo Ruotong observed for a moment, then nodded: "I had my disciples check it out. The entire Black Tiger Stronghold was slaughtered. I have no reason to lie to you about this."

Huang Yu fell silent, then squeezed out a few tears...

This role is not easy to play. Huang Yu decided that if he ever does similar things again, he must find an easier identity.

"Thank you for informing me, Master Zuo!" After a long while, Huang Yu cupped his hands in thanks.

Seeing that Huang Yu had recovered his composure, Zuo Ruotong asked, "You've already avenged yourself, do you still want to learn the Triple Rebirth Technique?"

Huang Yu nodded emphatically: "I want to! I dare not lie. Although the great revenge has been taken, more evil and injustice still permeate every corner! I want to have the power to change all of this!"

"As I've come this far, I've discovered that I'm not the only one in this world who has suffered so much; there are countless people who are even worse off than me!"

“People were starving to death everywhere. I’ve seen people exchange their children for food, but in the city courtyards, even dogs ate better than people. I’ve even fought with dogs for food…”

“I passed through some small villages, and the villagers gave me food, but after a few days, these small villages were probably gone. Some were killed by bandits, and some were robbed by soldiers.”

"Then, the land in that village was seized by the surrounding landlords..."

"When I was begging in the city, I even encountered some people who wanted to arrest me..."

Plague, opium, usury, conscription, foreigners, landlords, famine...

Huang Yu rambled on, recounting everything he had seen during his time as a wanderer.

Zuo Ruotong had been carefully observing Huang Yu's state and noticed the coldness and anger in Huang Yu's eyes.

This emotion is genuine; this kid truly wants to eliminate all of this!

My heart is so firm, and the path is so clear.

After a long silence, Huang Yu solemnly said, "I humbly request that Master Zuo accept me as a disciple and pass on his skills to me!"

Zuo Ruotong sighed and lamented, "I have been cultivating in the deep mountains for a long time, but I did not know that the world had become so chaotic."

“I am aware of some of these situations and have punished some bad people, but I have never gone to understand them in depth or thought about making a complete change.”

"In this respect, I am not as good as you!"

"Sometimes I wonder, where has my cultivation of Taoism gone..."

"Very well, since you have such lofty ambitions to cleanse the world, I will accept you as my disciple!"

"I just hope you won't forget what you said today!"

Huang Yu performed the apprenticeship ceremony and said earnestly, "This disciple will never forget!"

After thinking for a moment, Zuo Ruotong couldn't help but ask, "Da Niu, I don't treat you like a child. I have a question for you. Just tell me the truth."

"In your opinion, what exactly is the Triple Rebirth?"

Huang Yu was stunned for a moment, realizing that Zuo Ruotong was beginning to doubt her own path.

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