Chu Xinghe, a Self-Proclaimed Noob

The teaching process went very smoothly, Yan Shoujing successfully completed the reverse teaching in just one afternoon.

He instructed Chu Xinghe to practice diligently after returning home, saying that as long as he followed his instructions and worked hard, he would be close to... cough cough... to success!

Chu Xinghe nodded earnestly.

After bidding farewell to Vice Sect Master Yan Shoujing, Chu Xinghe returned to his private room and, following the Vice Sect Master's instructions, began cultivating the Dao of Formations.

However, Chu Xinghe's cultivation method was somewhat abnormal.

Reverse cultivation!

That's right! This is exactly the reverse cultivation method we're looking for. This guy, the vice sect leader, explained it in incredibly detail. Chu Xinghe was surprised that he actually understood it.

As expected of the strongest grandmaster of formations! If he were to cultivate according to the vice sect leader's method, regardless of whether he was a formation genius or not, wouldn't the sect's bigwigs be pushing him to his death to cultivate?

How will I be able to slack off then?

So after much thought, Chu Xinghe decided to cultivate in the opposite direction.

The deputy sect leader said that formations are meticulous, and any mistake would be a grave error, with any mistake potentially having a huge impact.

So if you try to cultivate in reverse and fail repeatedly, do you think it proves that you're not suited to cultivating formations?

Do I have absolutely no talent?

Surely the sect can't force someone with absolutely no talent to learn formations?

So as long as I persist in practicing in reverse, once a problem arises, no one will force me to learn formations anymore.

Having determined his approach, Chu Xinghe began to continue his reverse cultivation.

You won't know until you try it... it's amazing once you start!

Why is there absolutely no obstacle to this reverse cultivation?

Has the Vice Sect Master become so invincible that he can even manipulate the array formations he taught me in reverse?

For example, this Lightning Light Formation... The vice sect leader earnestly told himself not to be discouraged. Even he, a genius of array Lightning Light Formation.

But what does it mean that I succeeded on my first try?

So, Vice Sect Master, are you sure you're not just messing with me?

After a night, Chu Xinghe was completely dumbfounded as he looked at the array formations scattered all over the ground.

Through a series of reverse operations, all the formations achieved a seemingly effortless and natural result. What on earth is going on here?

Chu Xinghe numb, but after all, he had been slacking off in the Technique Repository Tower for quite some time.

He also had some knowledge of various cultivation techniques. Among the techniques that Chu Xinghe knew, there were some that were recorded and absolutely could not be practiced in reverse. If one practiced them in reverse, one might make extremely rapid progress at first.

However, as you continue to move forward, you will gradually encounter more and more problems, making it impossible to truly grow.

Chu Xinghe figured the Vice Sect Master's formations must be similar, since the Vice Sect Master had said it took him a long time to even begin to grasp the basics. How could he possibly master them overnight?

Absolutely impossible!

There's only one possibility: this reverse cultivation method seems to lead to rapid progress, but soon you'll find yourself unable to advance any further!

Therefore, as long as you persist in practicing in the opposite direction, you will definitely encounter huge obstacles in the future.

With anticipation for Future obstacles, Chu Xinghe finished breakfast and went directly to the Haotian Palace to find the vice sect master to continue learning formations.

"Xinghe... did you cultivate well last night?" Yan Shoujing looked at Chu Xinghe with a smile.

"Reporting to the Vice Sect Master, I diligently cultivated as you instructed after returning, but I encountered a minor problem."

"Hehe... Tell me quickly, and I'll help you clear up your doubts!" A sharp glint flashed in Yan Shoujing's eyes.

"A small problem... Heh... Chu Xinghe, you have no idea what you've been through. I'll soon turn this small problem into a big one!"

Just as Yan Shoujing was expectantly waiting for Chu Xinghe's small problem, Chu Xinghe raised his hand, and countless rays of spiritual light shot out.

One spirit stone after another landed on the ground, and in an instant, a Lightning Light Formation rose from the ground!

Lightning bolts moved constantly within the formation, as if ready to kill anyone who stepped into it.

But now Yan Shoujing was dumbfounded...

Chu Xinghe? You call this a minor problem?

Your question is, did you somehow learn how to create Lightning Light Formation overnight?

And I remember I taught you the Reverse Lightning Light Formation... How the hell is it possible to learn the Reverse Lightning Light Formation overnight?

Yan Shoujing's eyes nearly popped out of their sockets. Looking at Chu Xinghe's bewildered expression, he felt even more confused than Chu Xinghe.

Rumor has it that Chu Xinghe is a prodigy, the number one among the younger generation, with unparalleled talent!

Yan Shoujing used to think that Chu Xinghe was just backed by the Vast Heaven Sect and had unparalleled resources. He dismissed Chu Xinghe's supposed talent as mere talk.

But at this moment, Yan Shoujing was dumbfounded. You actually managed to master the Lightning Light Formation through reverse cultivation?!

This isn't about talent anymore... are you trying to defy the heavens?

Yan Shoujing had seen too many geniuses in formations, including himself, who was a genius among geniuses.

Those who were taught by the Demonic Sect were absolutely super geniuses.

But how long did it take them to learn the Lightning Light Formation?

One month? Or two months?

He's still slightly worse than he was back then... even after I risked my life to teach him the normal Lightning Light Formation.

But what the hell is Chu Xinghe? In just one day... no, to be precise, in one night, he successfully cultivated the Lightning Light Formation in reverse?

Chu Xinghe, are you the undisputed king among geniuses?

Yan Shoujing suppressed his shock, and his eyes were filled with apprehension as he looked at Chu Xinghe.

As expected of the Demonic Sect Bane, Chu Xinghe can even succeed in reverse cultivation. He's terrifying.

And when you were setting up the formation just now, did you even consider my feelings? You're cultivating in reverse, yet you're cultivating faster than me normally. Aren't you being a bit too showy?

For the first time, Yan Shoujing realized why the sect valued Chu Xinghe so much. This kid was too domineering. If this kid wasn't eliminated, it would be difficult for the Vast Heaven Sect to be destroyed.

Chu Xinghe was unaware of the Vice Sect Master's inner turmoil; Chu Xinghe only knew the Vice Sect Master. Can you explain what's going on here?

Yan Shoujing then inquired in detail about Chu Xinghe's cultivation process. Of course, Chu Xinghe would never tell him that he had gone back to cultivate in reverse.

They only said they followed the instructions of the deputy sect leader, and the result was...

Yan Shoujing had only one explanation for this... Chu Xinghe's talent was unparalleled throughout history; was he the legendary, innate master of formations, the only True God in the Innate Formation Mastery of formations?

However, Yan Shoujing believed that even if someone was a True God, this Lightning Light Formation was just an introductory array. Chu Xinghe's success in reverse cultivation was simply due to good luck. He was told to try and reverse cultivate those other great arrays... If he made a mistake, it would definitely cost him his life.

"Xinghe, you're just lucky. Don't worry about it. Yesterday I said the Lightning Light Formation would take a long time to master because I was afraid your slow progress would discourage you. Actually, when I was practicing the Lightning Light Formation, even in reverse, I mastered it in an hour. And among all the disciples I've taught, you're the slowest."

As soon as the vice sect leader said those words, the bewilderment on Chu Xinghe's face disappeared.

So the Vice Sect Master was just joking with me yesterday... He succeeded in cultivating in just one hour, and he even cultivated in the reverse order?

Compared to that, what am I? I'm definitely not suited for cultivating formations.

"Xinghe, next I will teach you a more advanced array formation. You must remember to practice diligently according to my instructions."

"Xinghe obeys."

Chu Xinghe nodded with satisfaction. "With your words, Vice Sect Master, I'm relieved. I thought I was a genius in formations, and I was even considering whether I should follow you to learn properly. Turns out I'm just a noob..."

Chu Xinghe, who considered himself a complete novice, spent the morning learning from the Vice Sect Master. The Vice Sect Master personally taught Chu Xinghe some more advanced formations, but of course... due to a slip of the tongue, the Vice Sect Master taught him everything in reverse order.

In the afternoon, Yan Shoujing arranged for Chu Xinghe to go back and cultivate on his own.

Not long after Chu Xinghe left, a spirit bird silently flew into Yan Shoujing's hand.

Yan Shoujing glanced at the mark on the spirit bird, immediately set up an array to seal off the surroundings, and then carefully opened the spirit bird.

The message came from Wu Xingyun, Yan Shoujing cursed Wu Xingyun for being too audacious.

However, the message on the spirit bird caused Yan Shoujing to curse again.

The message was simple: Wu Xingyun deliberately used such a clear method to send the message. Wu Xingyun wanted to warn Yan Shoujing that he wasn't going to the Vast Heaven Sect to become the vice sect leader, and that he shouldn't forget what his purpose was!

You said you wanted to destroy the Vast Heaven Sect, right? You've been back for days! Where are your methods for destroying a sect?

Wu Xingyun's meaning was clear: Do you still want Xiao Cui'er? Tell Yan Shoujing to act quickly!

After destroying the message about the spirit bird, Yan Shoujing looked around angrily.

He had made all the preparations for today. Chu Xinghe had been practicing the formation all night yesterday, and according to his calculations, even if he didn't suffer a qi deviation, it would be reasonable for him to experience a minor backlash from the formation, right?

Therefore, all I need to do is send the news of my plan to harm Chu Xinghe back to the Demonic Sect, and that will be enough.

But who would have thought that Chu Xinghe would be such a monster!

Not only did he not suffer any backlash, but he even succeeded in cultivating in the opposite direction! Should I send this news back to the Demonic Sect now? Let Wu Xingyun know just how talented Chu Xinghe is?

They even succeeded in reverse cultivation?!

Do you think Wu Xingyun wants to hear this? Wouldn't Wu Xingyun be so angry he'd vomit blood on the spot?

I ordered you to destroy the Vast Heaven Sect and kill Chu Xinghe, and you instead taught Chu Xinghe techniques? And you even let him master them? You say you taught him the reverse? Do you think Wu Xingyun would believe that?

Therefore, breaking through with Chu Xinghe is impossible in the short term. However, as the vice sect leader, Yan Shoujing felt that causing losses to the sect would be a piece of cake.

He quickly came up with a plan and, Yan Shoujing, summoned Feng Fei.

"Feng Fei pays his respects to the Vice Sect Master."

"Get up, Feng Fei. You did well in Wuj iang."

"Thank you for the praise, Vice Sect Master. Actually, it was all Junior Brother Xinghe's help."

Yan Shoujing gritted his teeth and tried his best to control himself... Chu Xinghe... it's Chu Xinghe again...

"Feng Fei, I heard you're in charge of the sect's merchant caravan?"

"Yes..." Feng Fei nodded, but didn't understand what the vice sect leader meant. Then, Feng Fei took out the various route maps of the caravan and showed them to the vice sect leader.

However, soon after, the deputy sect leader pointed to the routes of some of the caravans and indicated that he wanted to change their routes.

Feng Fei couldn't understand the Vice Sect Master's request at all. Why were all these new routes he proposed taking such long and circuitous turns?

Wouldn't taking such a detour cause the caravan to incur even greater expenses?

Feng Fei dared not disobey the Vice Sect Master's orders, so he could only express his obedience and then adjust the caravan's route according to the Vice Sect Master's requirements.

After Feng Fei left, Yan Shoujing revealed a strange smile. "Adjusting the route to weaken the sect?"

Was he trying to weaken the sect? He wanted the Demonic Sect to ambush these caravans. The Vast Heaven Sect's caravan routes were all secrets. This time, he would tell the Demonic Sect about these caravans' new routes. With the Demonic Sect's frenzied ambush, these caravans would definitely suffer heavy casualties. This was his first surprise for Wu Xingyun.

At the same time, I just told Feng Fei that he should never tell anyone about the caravan changing its route. Feng Fei certainly wouldn't dare to go around talking about it. When something happens to the sect's caravan, I can then frame Feng Fei for all of this. Even if the sect believes that Feng Fei is not a spy for the Demonic Sect, the sect's caravan suffered heavy casualties, and Feng Fei, a favorite of the Grand Elder, will surely be punished.

This truly kills two birds with one stone!