Future Planning

He originally brought back these books precisely to gather useful information about that World. However, Huang Huai was somewhat disappointed to find that these weren't historical classics, and they rarely offered an overview of the larger environment of the entire world.

This left Huang Huai's understanding of that World like looking at flowers through fog, often forcing him to rely on records from biographies to make guesses.

However, after synthesizing everything, Huang Huai was able to extract some useful information.

The first point was certain: the existence of supernatural powers in that World, and the presence of Cultivators. The cultivation of these Cultivators seemed to heavily rely on various Statues, which appeared to be a type of cultivation resource.

Recalling how the Seventh Elder of the Great River Sect bestowed blessings, with the common folk burning incense and worshipping gods, and the extent of the gods' manifestations and blessings being measured by the amount of Incense and Fire, Huang Huai secretly wondered if Incense and Fire, faith, and the like were also very important to those Cultivators, or perhaps greatly beneficial to those Statues.

Besides this, that World was not as peaceful as it seemed. Just looking at the biographies, powerful individuals revered as High Gods either met their demise from disasters caused by God, Demon, Malevolent Spirit, or fell in conflicts with their peers.

Furthermore, there seemed to be various factions in that World, such as the Great River Sect that controlled Great River City, and the Dongyang Sect where Meng Qiuran, mentioned in the biographies, belonged.

For Cultivators to embark on cultivation, they needed methods of cultivation. For example, Meng Qiuran of the Dongyang Sect cultivated the Dongyang Sect's secret technique, the "Great Divine Court Scripture." As for the Bull Demon High God Qin Zhuang, despite his innate extraordinary talent, if he hadn't accidentally obtained the cultivation technique "Hundred Refinements Divine Palace Method," he likely would have died of old age in the countryside like countless ordinary people.

Thinking about these things, Huang Huai found it increasingly difficult to sleep. He directly flipped over and sat up on the bed, beginning to consider what he could gain from that World. Or rather, what he wanted to obtain from that World!

As for gold, silver, and wealth, Huang Huai wasn't too concerned about these external possessions. Influenced by the Great Daoist Master, Huang Huai's disposition was rather calm and carefree. He didn't believe he would be tempted by the wealth of that World.

Gold, silver, and wealth held no appeal for him. What truly moved him was the wondrous supernatural power displayed by the Cultivators in that World.

Therefore, what Huang Huai was pondering was how he could step onto the path of cultivation, like those High Gods, and wield powerful supernatural might.

"They all say that Cultivators value Law, Companion, Wealth, and Location – cultivation methods, cultivation resources, cultivation companions, and cultivation environments. It seems I possess none of them!"

Thinking this, Huang Huai couldn't help but show a wry smile and sigh softly. He hadn't even touched the threshold of cultivation, yet he was already considering the Law, Companion, Wealth, and Location needed for cultivation. This was truly aiming too high.

However, he soon rallied his spirits. Even if he currently possessed none of the Law, Companion, Wealth, or Location, he shouldn't forget that, in that World, he had an entire modern world behind him. He refused to believe that with an entire world as his backing, he, a living person, would be blocked from the door of cultivation.

After encouraging himself, Huang Huai solidified his ultimate goal for entering that World – to wield supernatural might.

Of course, all of this needed to be done step by step. After all, that World was not peaceful at all. If he rushed in without proper planning, who knew if he would be as lucky this time?

This time, he was lucky and didn't fail. But if he truly placed his safety on luck, he might perish at any moment.

Calming his mind, Huang Huai leaned back, unable to sleep for a while. He began to make some plans for his next entry into that World.

"I need to bring more silver. Clearly, silver is hard currency in that World. I should also bring some gold. According to the records in the biographies, gold is incorruptible and an excellent material for casting golden bodies on Statues. Even among High Gods, it has value. In most cases, money can solve ninety-nine percent of the world's problems."

Recalling the conversation with the innkeeper couple and the waiter's reaction when he gave him silver ingots, Huang Huai, under the faint moonlight, wrote "Gold and Silver" in his notebook.

"Besides gold and silver, it would be best to bring one or two Statues. Seeing that so many shops have Statues enshrined, it's likely that Statues aren't just useful to Cultivators; they probably have some use for ordinary people too."

Thus, Huang Huai added "Statues" to his notebook.

"Next is the issue of safety. If I can't even guarantee my own safety, then even if that World offers a path to eternal life and becoming a god or an ancestor, I can't risk my own life."

The words "Safety" were added to the notebook.

"Hmm, and one more thing: I must do everything possible to keep the secret of my transmigration. The mysterious portal connecting the two worlds takes about ten to twenty seconds to appear and fully solidify before opening. This time may seem short, but for those who wield immense power, ten to twenty seconds might be enough for them to unleash dozens of fatal attacks. Therefore, every time the portal opens, I must ensure it is sufficiently safe and secret. If I can avoid opening the mysterious portal, I won't open it. After all, if you walk by the river often, you're bound to get your shoes wet. Frequently opening the portal and traveling between the two worlds might lead to discovery one day."

Anything Huang Huai thought of, he would write down. Occasionally, he would even take out his phone and browse the internet.

It wasn't until the latter half of the night that Huang Huai, after much thought, finally fell asleep amidst his drowsiness.

As dawn broke, Huang Huai woke up early as usual. Normally, having gone to bed around two or three in the morning, he would definitely sleep late the next day.

If he woke up early, his head would certainly feel groggy and he would appear listless. Huang Huai had personally experienced this feeling when he stayed up late and woke up early.

But this time, Huang Huai woke up early and felt full of energy, completely lacking that half-dead feeling.

Even if Huang Huai was slow to react, he could realize that this must be due to the blessing he received from the High God, benefiting both his body and mind.

With such a significant effect from just a little bit of good fortune obtained in that World, Huang Huai's heart couldn't help but stir with excitement.

However, after practicing the health-preserving exercises with his fellow disciples, his heart calmed considerably after half an hour of activity. His muscles and blood circulation were stretched and activated, and instead of fatigue, he felt a sense of profound comfort throughout his body.

After breakfast, Huang Huai, like Chen Wei and the others, changed into a Taoist robe. First, he went to the side hall and, as always, took out incense and candles, respectfully offering them to the enshrined Holy Lord Emperor Guan.

Not long after he finished, tourists began to appear at Xunzhen Temple, and Huang Huai, Chen Wei, and the others became busy. Their work essentially involved maintaining order at Xunzhen Temple and answering visitors' questions.