Cultivation: I Can Reincarnate Into Various Worlds-Chapter 713 - 362、Selecting Fire Spirit Sect Techniques_2

There were two jade plaques. One had the character 'Array' inscribed on its face, the other 'Thirteen.' The reverse of both bore the Green Li Spirit Flame insignia of the Fire Spirit Sect.

"As for the Nascent Soul Realm Techniques…" The Fire Spirit Sect Master observed Xu Xing accept everything, a satisfied expression gracing his features. He nodded. "Hmm… Junior Sister Wen, please take Junior Brother Xu to the Scripture Pavilion later and allow him to select one."

For a freelance cultivator, the greatest benefit of joining a sect is access to its systematic cultivation methods. These systematic cultivation methods might not be as potent, nor offer the same cultivation speed, as those freelance cultivators might find in the outside world. However, a sect's cultivation methods are comprehensive, allowing cultivation from the Innate Realm to the sect's highest attainable Realm without any inherent flaws.

"Thank you, Sect Master." Xu Xing bowed.

Since the Fire Spirit Sect had a Refining Void Immortal, its Nascent Soul Realm Techniques would undoubtedly connect to the Refining Void Realm techniques of the subsequent stage. This was also one of the reasons he insisted on joining the Fire Spirit Sect.

Besides Refining Void Technique, there are also… Immortal Relics that can be used to attain the Refining Void, Unification, and Tribulation Crossing Realms. However, relying on Immortal Relics for the latter stages is too risky; doing so would mean directly opposing the Chiming Imperial Dynasty… Xu Xing's eyes flickered.

Both Immortal Relics and Refining Void techniques could facilitate a breakthrough to the Refining Void Realm. If possible, he wanted to secure both methods first. When the time for his breakthrough arrived, he would then choose!

"Yes, Sect Leader Senior Brother." Wen Renlan gave a slight nod, agreeing.

「One hour later.」

Fire Spirit Sect Scripture Pavilion.

Wen Renlan, using her authority as a House Elder, informed the Deacon guarding the Scripture Pavilion before leading Xu Xing to its highest floor. Compared to the lower levels, the top floor of the Scripture Pavilion had considerably fewer people. Only three or four individuals were engrossed in perusing the classics.

"Elder Wen, who is this?" At this moment, a handsome, white-robed young man noticed someone pass behind him. Turning, he saw Wen Renlan and a smile immediately graced his lips as he prepared to greet her. However, upon seeing Xu Xing behind Wen Renlan, his expression shifted slightly. The words he was about to say changed, and he instead inquired about Xu Xing's identity.

"This is Elder Xu. He has just joined our Sect," Wen Renlan introduced. "He is the Thirteenth elder and the Vice Hall Master of the Array Formation Hall…"

While speaking, Wen Renlan also introduced the handsome, white-robed young man to Xu Xing, cautioning him not to underestimate this individual.

Shi Feiyang… disciple of the Fire Spirit Sect's Great Elder… Xu Xing's eyebrows arched slightly upon hearing Wen Renlan's introduction.

Within a sect, the Great Elder typically wields significant authority and power, second only to the Sect Master. Some Great Elders even surpass the Sect Master in terms of influence. In the Fire Spirit Sect, although he, Xu Xing, was the Thirteenth elder and his cultivation Realm was higher than Shi Feiyang's, Shi Feiyang's actual standing was much higher than his. Even Wen Renlan, the Fourth Elder, had to greet Shi Feiyang with a smile.

"So, it is the Thirteenth Elder." Upon hearing this, Shi Feiyang carefully appraised Xu Xing before cupping his fists in a salute. "I am Shi Feiyang," he said.

"I, Xu, have only recently ascended from the Lower Realm and am unfamiliar with the etiquette of the Upper Realm. If I have caused any offense, I ask for Brother Shi's magnanimity…" Xu Xing said after a moment of contemplation.

He was not a fool; he could see Shi Feiyang's admiration for Wen Renlan. If he didn't try to dispel any suspicion now, it was hard to say if Shi Feiyang would cause trouble for him later.

"When Senior Sister Wen came to the Scripture Pavilion, she mentioned having other important matters… She only brought me here out of consideration for our status as fellow sect members. If Brother Shi wouldn't mind, could you perhaps assist me in selecting a cultivation method from the Scripture Pavilion?" Xu Xing looked at Shi Feiyang as he spoke.

As his words fell, Wen Renlan's expression changed subtly. Shi Feiyang's face, however, brightened with a broader smile.

He could discern from Xu Xing's words that Xu Xing was earnestly trying to clear up any perceived connection between himself and Wen Renlan. In other words, Xu Xing was deliberately trying to curry favor with him. Recruiting a House Elder of the Nascent Soul Stage to his faction would indeed be a significant boon.

"Not at all, not at all…" Shi Feiyang immediately declared. "It would be my honor to assist Elder Xu in selecting a cultivation technique… How could I possibly refuse?"

"Junior Shi, this is a task the Sect Master assigned to me; it has nothing to do with you," Wen Renlan said coolly, her pretty face frosting over.

With her intelligence, how could she not understand the implications of Xu Xing and Shi Feiyang's words? These two were using her as a bargaining chip, forming a united front. Such conduct was extremely displeasing to her.

"Senior Sister Wen, just moments ago, you expressed reluctance to accompany me to the Scripture Pavilion…" Xu Xing frowned.

There was a considerable rift between Wen Renlan and him. After their transaction was complete, Wen Renlan could barely conceal her aversion towards him.

"Senior Sister Wen, please don't make things difficult for me," Xu Xing transmitted, his voice tinged with a subtle threat.

Hearing this, Wen Renlan gave Xu Xing a deep look, her expression returning to normal. "Since Junior Shi wishes to assist Elder Xu, then I am happy to enjoy some leisure…"

With that, Wen Renlan let out a cold snort and departed with a flick of her sleeve.

"I, Xu, initially thought Brother Shi and Senior Sister Wen were old acquaintances, which is why I suggested Brother Shi assist… I never imagined this would cause Senior Sister Wen to become upset with Brother Shi. The fault is mine…" Xu Xing began to smooth things over.

"A small matter, a small matter…" Shi Feiyang said, a hint of embarrassment on his face as he waved his hand dismissively. "Elder Wen is often like this; I'm quite used to it."

Hearing this, Xu Xing breathed a sigh of relief.

"This time, it is I who have unfortunately implicated Elder Xu in this unwarranted trouble," Shi Feiyang said apologetically.

Just now, Xu Xing and Wen Renlan's conversation had been conducted via sound transmission using divine consciousness; he hadn't heard it. Therefore, he didn't know that Wen Renlan's anger this time was not only because of him but, more significantly, because of Xu Xing.

"The fault is mine." Xu Xing took the blame. "If not for my presence, Senior Sister Wen, upon seeing Brother Shi, might still be displeased, but she wouldn't have reacted as she did today."

Hearing this, Shi Feiyang's expression gradually softened. "Let's not dwell on these private matters for now. Since Elder Wen has departed, I shall assist Elder Xu in choosing a cultivation technique…" Shi Feiyang smiled.

"Thank you, Brother Shi," Xu Xing expressed his gratitude.

Next, Shi Feiyang led the way to a counter in the depths of the Scripture Pavilion. Pointing to several jade slips within, he explained, "The Fire Spirit Sect was established tens of thousands of years ago. Its cultivation techniques originally came from the Fire Prevention Department of the Chiming Imperial Dynasty. Later, the sect received an imperial order allowing the Fire Spirit Immortal to establish a sect externally. Thus, the Fire Spirit Sect on Sea Monkey Island was created…"

"The Fire Prevention Department?" Xu Xing paused. He had been on Heavenly Star Island for over twenty years and had gained a considerable understanding of the Chiming Imperial Dynasty's internal structure. The Fire Prevention Department wasn't a particularly special organization; it was the body responsible for managing fire prevention personnel in the major Immortal Cities of the Chiming Imperial Dynasty.

So the Fire Spirit Sect originated from the Chiming Imperial Dynasty's Fire Prevention Department... Then... what about the other sects in the Day Sky Ocean Region? Xu Xing pondered inwardly. The sole superpower in the Chiming World was undoubtedly the Chiming Imperial Dynasty. Cultivators capable of establishing sects, by his estimation, must have had inextricable links with the Chiming Imperial Dynasty… Otherwise, given the Dynasty's strength, it would never permit unaffiliated sects to exist and thereby compromise its rule. 𝒻𝑟ℯℯ𝑤𝑒𝑏𝑛𝘰𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝒸𝑜𝘮

"The cultivation method the Fire Spirit Immortal obtained while at the Fire Prevention Department was the 'Sun-Devouring Immortal Technique.' After further refinement, the Fire Spirit Immortal developed the Seven Kinds of Yuan State Cultivation Techniques from it, namely: 'Heaven Burning Power,' 'Fire Lotus Technique,' 'Southern Li Fire Profound Technique'…" Shi Feiyang indicated the jade slips on the counter, introducing each one.

Spiritual light flickered in Xu Xing's eyes as he began to examine the contents of the jade slips before him with his divine sense. These jade slips were all protected by restrictive enchantments; only a brief introduction to each technique was visible, while the specific content beyond that remained blank.

"I recommend Brother Xu learn 'Heaven Burning Power.' Among the seven Nascent Soul Realm techniques, it is the most suitable for fire-attribute male cultivators. Furthermore, it is the technique most commonly practiced by the House Elders in our Sect," Shi Feiyang added.

"I, Xu, am from the Lower Realm and am unfamiliar with the distinctions between these seven Nascent Soul cultivation techniques. Might I trouble Brother Shi to elaborate on them for me?" Xu Xing withdrew his divine sense from the jade slips, looked at Shi Feiyang, and cupped his fists as he spoke.

He had already perused the outlines of the seven Nascent Soul cultivation techniques and had gained a basic understanding of them. What puzzled him, however, was that the Fire Spirit Sect's Nascent Soul Realm techniques seemed to differ considerably from those in the Lower Realm.