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Chapter 62: Such a Fortunate Turn of Events
Chapter 62: Such a Fortunate Turn of Events
"Liao Yunming, what are you trying to do? Don't you trust my words, He Changyou?"
He Changyou's expression turned slightly ugly, and he even dropped the formal address, calling Liao Yunming by his name directly instead of the respectful 'Senior Brother'.
While the Qingxi Sect had always been skilled in cultivating spirit plants, the fact that it was an auxiliary art, and most tasks could be accomplished by low-level disciples, meant that the status of the Spirit Plant House within the sect was not particularly high.
He Changyou's discovery of Chu Ning's potential and his decision to bring him personally was, in part, a way to show off to Liao Yunming.
Thus, Liao Yunming's doubt was undoubtedly infuriating for He Changyou.
"Senior Brother He, please don't be angry," Liao Yunming said with a smile, waving his hand dismissively.
"I'm not questioning you, I merely want to observe Master Chu's talent in talisman-making. If he truly has the potential, our Spirit Talisman Pavilion can teach him more advanced techniques."
Hearing this, He Changyou's expression eased slightly. However, his face now bore a hesitant look.
Although he had told the other disciples in the Spirit Plant House that Chu Ning's success rate wasn't just luck, deep down, he did harbor some doubts.
He Changyou thought that Chu Ning's success in crafting two out of the first three talismans might have been due to a more relaxed mindset.
Thus, he wasn't sure if Chu Ning could maintain such a success rate if he tried again.
Seeming to read He Changyou's thoughts, Liao Yunming smiled and said, "There's no need for Senior Brother to worry. Success rates can be influenced by various factors. I just need to observe Master Chu's state while he's crafting talismans, and I'll be able to make a judgment."
Hearing Liao Yunming's words, He Changyou had no choice but to nod and turn to Chu Ning.
"Since Master Liao wants to test you, show him what you've got."
"Yes!"
Chu Ning responded with a respectful bow. However, his heart stirred with excitement.
He had clearly heard Liao Yunming's previous words.
If he could demonstrate a 50% success rate in crafting talismans, he would be taught more advanced techniques.
This was undoubtedly a huge temptation for Chu Ning.
After crafting the Wood Escape Talisman, Chu Ning had already confirmed the abnormal talent of his Spirit Source Body in talisman-making.
If he could take this opportunity to learn better techniques, he would gladly do so.
It was only because he was afraid that revealing his true capabilities would be too shocking and counterproductive, attracting unwanted attention to his secret, that he had hesitated earlier.
In fact, Chu Ning had even felt a surge of impulse to display an even higher success rate.
However, he quickly suppressed this urge.
Of course, he also made up his mind to perform well and impress this Master Liao.
At least for now, the idea of a new disciple having talent in crafting talismans wasn't too far-fetched.
After responding, Chu Ning took out his brush, ink, and paper from his storage bag, calmed his mind, and began crafting the Wood Escape Talismans once more.
The first one was still a little flawed, but it caused Liao Yunming's eyes to light up slightly.
Then, as Chu Ning seamlessly crafted several Wood Escape Talismans in quick succession, Liao Yunming's expression turned eager.
"Brother He, I mean, Senior Brother He, I'd like to discuss something with you."
After Chu Ning crafted five Wood Escape Talismans, Liao Yunming suddenly turned to He Changyou and spoke.
He Changyou was taken aback and looked at him in surprise.
At this moment, Liao Yunming dropped another bombshell.
"Let this disciple transfer to our Spirit Talisman Pavilion, and we'll compensate the Hundred Arts Hall with plenty of talismans."
He Changyou immediately understood the situation. He now knew that Chu Ning's earlier performance was not a fluke or mere luck, but a display of genuine talent in crafting talismans.
"Chu Ning also has exceptional talent in cultivating Wood-attribute spells. He is a key disciple that our Spirit Plant House—no, I should say the Hundred Arts Hall—is focused on nurturing.
You might as well drop that idea."
Chu Ning's expression turned strange as he listened by their side.
When did he become a key disciple of the Spirit Plant House?
Just a few days ago, he was still in the lowest-ranked Ding District of the Spirit Plant House.
Aside from Zhuang Yunde, he doubted anyone in charge in the House knew of his existence.
With this thought, Chu Ning's heart stirred with unease.
He had been too high-profile lately, conflicting with his original intention to develop steadily.
He hoped this frenzy would pass quickly so he could return to his peaceful farming and cultivation days.
However, it was clear that, at least for now, his wish would not come true.
"He Changyou, you're misleading the youth," Liao Yunming said, now sounding a little anxious.
"This junior's talent in talisman-making is truly outstanding, even in our Spirit Talisman Pavilion, it is extremely rare.
Don't you want him to spend his life toiling in the fields?"
"What's wrong with toiling in the fields?" He Changyou snorted.
"Without the support of the Spirit Plant House, which is the logistics department under the Hundred Arts Hall, where would you get your resources?
Your talisman paper, talisman brushes... which of these aren't made from materials provided by our Spirit Plant House?"
"Brother Liao!" He Changyou's tone turned serious.
"You've already tested Chu Ning's talent in talisman-making. It's better to quickly teach him the art of talisman-making.
This was already decided by the sect. Are you going against the sect's wishes?"
Upon hearing He Changyou bring up the sect, Liao Yunming's expression froze for a moment.
Then, he furrowed his brows slightly and suddenly spoke up, "I have an idea. Instead of having him transfer from the Hundred Arts Hall to our Spirit Talisman Pavilion, we can directly recommend him to the Hall to become an outer disciple of two halls. That should work, right?"
"Outer disciple of two halls?"
"Outer disciple of two halls?"
He Changyou and Chu Ning spoke up one after the other, but their tones were vastly different.
He Changyou sounded thoughtful, while Chu Ning's voice was filled with surprise at such a proposition.
As if sensing the surprise in Chu Ning's voice, Liao Yunming smiled at him.
"Chu Ning might not know this, but there have been cases in the past where outer disciples displayed certain talents in multiple areas.
Usually, the various halls would argue over such disciples, so the sect created the status of a 'double hall disciple'.
This type of disciple can learn the arts and techniques of two halls, but they must also complete the tasks of both halls.
The prerequisite, of course, is that the disciple must be qualified to become an outer disciple."
Liao Yunming seemed afraid that Chu Ning would misunderstand, so he quickly continued, "But rest assured, Chu Ning, our Spirit Talisman Pavilion doesn't have many tasks.
We'll just have you cultivate the art of talisman-making and submit a certain number of talismans periodically.
You can accomplish this while also tending to your plants."
Chu Ning's heart stirred with excitement as he heard this proposal.
There was actually such a good deal?
"Brother Liao, that's a good idea," He Changyou chimed in.
"Chu Ning has reached the fourth layer of Qi Refining in just over a year. If he has talent in talisman-making, he also meets the requirements to become an outer disciple."
"However, if Chu Ning becomes a double hall disciple, will he be able to receive the same treatment as the other disciples in the Spirit Talisman Pavilion?"
"Of course!" Liao Yunming asserted confidently.
"As long as the sect agrees, he will be our Spirit Talisman Pavilion's official disciple.
I'll immediately transmit an excellent talisman-making technique to him."
He Changyou nodded and turned to Chu Ning, asking, "Are you willing?"
(End of Chapter)
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