Patrolling Heaven and Dotting Stars

Chen Fusheng looked at the Silver-Robed Elder in confusion, "Sir, do you know my grandfather?"

"Don't you have an older sister named Huang Li?"

The Silver-Robed Elder smiled faintly, "Last month, she headed to the Other Shore Realm and transferred her file from me to the Inner Courtyard. I made a special note of her identity information. I must say, your sister is quite low-key, becoming an Inner Courtyard disciple and not even letting me tell others."

Chen Fusheng was somewhat bewildered. The only standard for becoming an Inner Courtyard disciple was reaching the Other Shore Realm, and the difference in status between the Inner Courtyard and Outer Sect Disciples was like heaven and earth.

On the path of cultivation, the first hurdle is collectively known as Patrolling Heaven and Dotting Stars, divided into three realms: Star Attraction, Other Shore, and Spirit Roaming.

Star Attraction is merely opening a door to cultivation. The Other Shore Realm is like a bridge connecting to one's Natal Star. Upon reaching the ninth heaven domain of the Other Shore, one needs to step into the Spirit Roaming Realm.

Spirit Roaming is where mental power is like a boat, meditating on the starry sea, resonating with one's Natal Star on a deeper level.

It is also like 'visualizing' the stars into the body, causing a qualitative change in the Qi Sea energy, erupting into terrifying Star Phenomenon.

Star Phenomenon is the condensed state of one's Natal Star!

Chen Fusheng had never seen a Star Master of the three realms, and he knew that such disciples in the Inner Courtyard were few and far between.

"She became an Inner Courtyard disciple, why didn't she come home to share the good news?"

Chen Fusheng was unwilling to assume the worst of others, especially his sister. Even without blood ties, they were as close as siblings.

Moreover, Huang Tiancheng had no children, and both he and Huang Li were raised by the old man.

Huang Li's parents used to be kitchen helpers. They passed away when she was very young, and Old Huang took pity on her and adopted her.

In Chen Fusheng's memory, Huang Li had been clever and sensible since childhood, and very filial to his grandfather. She also knew what she wanted and put in her best effort, successfully becoming an Outer Sect Disciple three years ago.

However, she had hardly returned since Huang Tiancheng fell ill. During that time, Chen Fusheng had gone to look for her several times, but her friends told him that she had gone out to perform secret missions.

At that moment, the Silver-Robed Elder's words interrupted Chen Fusheng's thoughts.

"Chen Fusheng, considering your limited cultivation, this task of catching one catty of Silver Moon Spirit Fish is just right for you."

"Thank you for your kindness, sir!"

Chen Fusheng thanked him. The various tasks of the Outer Gate Hall were issued by Inner Courtyard disciples or instructors, and the Grade A tasks of the Inner Courtyard were issued by the Star Palace.

As for the Silver Moon Spirit Fish, it contains a relatively strong Essence of Lunar Yin. Because it likes to come out at night to breathe in the moonlight energy, it is one of the easiest spirit fish to catch.

"Take this document and go to the Black River Hall, which is set up outside our Star Gazing Manor, to collect the boat and fishing net." The Silver-Robed Elder took out a document stamped with the Star Official's seal.

"Thank you, sir, I'll take my leave."

Chen Fusheng turned and left the Outer Gate Hall. He was about to go home, but after a slight hesitation, he strode towards the East Yard Dining Hall.

Afternoon.

Dozens of handyman were busy in the back kitchen, washing pots and sweeping the floor. When they saw Chen Fusheng walking in, they were all surprised.

"He still dares to come, he's been late for a whole morning. Not only will he get a beating, but he'll also lose his wages for this month."

"It is said that Old Huang is dying soon. Their family used to be so glorious, but now they are just like us. Hehe, it's really miserable."

"Shhh, don't talk about it, Master Wang hasn't left yet, hurry up and get to work."

Hearing Master Wang's name, all the servants couldn't help but quicken their pace.

Here, the head chef's words were law. Even killing a servant was nothing; it was all written in the servant contract.

Among them, a burly, dark-faced, tall man hurried over, anxiously saying, "Fusheng, where did you run off to? If something's up, you should say something so I can help you ask for leave."

"Third Brother, I was delayed by something, but it's good news." Chen Fusheng wanted to find out if they knew Teng Lin had come looking for him.

"What good news? Are you getting married?"

Lei San smiled simple and honestly [honestly/sincerely]. He used to be an apprentice under Old Huang and had a close relationship with Chen Fusheng, like real brothers. After Old Huang fell ill, he contributed a lot of money and effort.

Just as Chen Fusheng was about to share his joy, a lion-like roar came from the kitchen.

"Chen Fusheng, you little bastard, you better have broken your leg, or I'll skin you alive!"

"Master Wang, it's all a misunderstanding..."

Lei San hurried towards the kitchen, but he was met by a huge mountain of fat. The bulging muscles [bulging/excessive flesh] on his face made Lei San tremble.

Wang Dapang weighed over five hundred pounds and was nicknamed Fatty Wang. He was carrying a huge, refined steel spoon as tall as a person.

Lei San gritted his teeth and rushed forward to explain. Wang Dapang, who was in a fit of anger, raised the iron spoon and smashed it towards his crown of the head [crown of the head/fontanelle].

Lei San bit his lip and closed his eyes, resigned to his fate. Anyway, his body was strong, and he would recover in a few days. But if Chen Fusheng took a hit, he wouldn't be able to get out of bed for at least ten days.

"Bang!"

Suddenly, a sound of air vibration came.

Lei San had already imagined the scene of his head splitting open, but he didn't feel any pain.

He opened his eyes in confusion, looked at Wang Dapang's somewhat stiff face, and subconsciously turned his head.

Bang, bang, bang!

Chen Fusheng strode forward, energy currents flowing in and out of his pores, his loose hair dancing wildly without wind, his feet stomping on the ground with loud thuds, as if announcing something.

All the servants were stunned... Lei San couldn't believe his eyes even more.

Wang Dapang's face was uncertain. He used to be Huang Tiancheng's deputy and had been suppressed for many years before finally rising to become the head chef. He inevitably harbored some resentment towards Old Huang.

But he didn't expect that the grandson and granddaughter Huang Tiancheng adopted had both become cultivators, while his own children's spiritual power was zero, which made him even more repressed anger [depressed and angry].

"Master Wang, I succeeded in Star Attraction this morning, so I went to the Outer Gate Hall to register my information. I was delayed on the way." Chen Fusheng took the lead in breaking the silence.

"Chen Fusheng, you are still young. Don't think that just because you have become a Star Master, you can ignore the rules. Finish your job for today before you leave."

"This subordinate will naturally obey." Chen Fusheng nodded. Wang Dapang had cultivation, and with his petty character, it was best not to cause any trouble.

Lei San watched the Fatty Wang leave in a huff, then suddenly grabbed Chen Fusheng in a bear hug, his eyes red, and growled, "Fusheng, you're really doing us proud!"

Chen Fusheng was somewhat silent. If life hadn't left him with no choice, how could he have embarked on a forbidden path?

The other servants gnashed their teeth in envy, thinking, Why not me...

Chen Fusheng said with a smile, "Third Brother, I was just lucky. By the way, I'm going out to perform a mission."

"I understand. I'll move into your house tonight, and I'll take care of Grandpa Huang." Lei San laughed loudly.

"Yes, Fusheng, just relax."

"Brother Sheng, I will definitely take good care of Grandpa Huang."

"Brother Fusheng, my family has a wild ginseng. I'll definitely find a way to steal it for you later."

All the handymen crowded around to curry favor, which made Chen Fusheng feel a little dazed.

He was surprised that Steward Qian came and gave him his monthly salary in advance, which was also several times higher than before. It seemed that he had made up for all the deductions in the past.

Chen Fusheng's monthly salary used to be three Star Stone fragments, and ten fragments were equivalent to one complete Star Stone.

Star Stones are the only hard currency in the Abyss Realm, containing Star energy inside, which can help Star Masters cultivate.

After seeing Steward Qian off, Chen Fusheng handed the money bag to Lei San, who shook his head and said, "Why are you being so polite with me? Alright, don't say anything. Just find me a wife when you become successful in the future!"

Chen Fusheng smiled brightly. Lei San's greatest wish was to have a wife and children and a warm bed.

He weighed the money bag in his hand and suddenly noticed a slight vibration from the Star Chart Heavenly Pillar.

"Hmm?"

Chen Fusheng discovered that the Star Chart Heavenly Pillar had formed some strange connection with the Star Stone fragments.

He thought of something. While sweeping the floor, he held a thumb-sized silver fragment in his right hand, absorbing the energy contained within and injecting it into the Evil Tiger Diagram.

He could clearly sense that all the energy in the fragment was equivalent to one hour of his hard cultivation.

A burning desire flashed in Chen Fusheng's eyes. If he could earn a large number of Star Stones, reaching the Other Shore Realm in the short term would not be a dream.

Near dusk, he over-completed his handyman tasks, and since there was nothing related to Teng Lin during that time, he left with peace of mind.

As night fell, the climate was cold, and the sound of rushing wind came from an old forest in the back mountain.

Chen Fusheng's seemingly thin body exuded the aura of a tiger, his limbs breaking through the bushes, driving up a wave of air and stirring up the fallen leaves on the ground.

He leaped back and forth in the old forest, relying on his hearing and smell to hunt down wild rabbits, birds, and so on in the forest.

The Evil Tiger Diagram emphasizes fierce explosive power, with strong muscles and bones to support his battle.

With the Star Stone fragments charging him, he let go of his cultivation.

Until the second half of the night, his body was more like a furnace being ignited, his energy was very strong, and he was full of vigor.

"Furnace Contemplation Method, the furnace can also be understood as me, and the energy in the body is the heat flow, which is also my life essence."

"The stronger my physical muscles and bones, the more vigorous my life essence will be, which also involves my realm barriers!"

Chen Fusheng pondered the way of the flesh, feeling a little hot and dry [hot and bothered/sexually aroused] and unbearable in his hard training. He lowered his head and glanced at his crotch, always feeling an unspeakable swelling.

"What do I need this thing for?"