"If cultivators like us pursued nothing but peace and safety, there would be no need to cultivate at all. I could simply stop at Heaven Nine of the Lingxi Realm or Cloud River Tier Nine, lord it over the Spirit Stream Battlefield and Cloud River Battlefield, and live in perfect delight!"
Qian Wudang nodded at this. "What you say... does seem to make a bit of sense. But I still hope you will consider it carefully. With your efficiency in refining Explosive Fire Spirit Stones, the Battle Merit you earn each month is enough to support your cultivation. There is no need for you to venture outside and take risks. Once your cultivation rises a few more tiers, if you still wish to join the Law Enforcement Hall, there naturally will be no problem."
In all of Nine Provinces, Lu Ye was the only one capable of refining Explosive Fire Spirit Stones in that manner. Qian Wudang truly did not want him taking any risks, but he also knew this was not something that could be forced. He had no way to order Lu Ye around and could only persuade him kindly.
"Sir, I will remember your concern. But when it comes to raising my cultivation, I am quite confident. You may not know this, but my cultivation aptitude... is exceptional!"
Since he would be working under Qian Wudang in the future, there was no way he could hide the matter of his rapidly advancing cultivation. Rather than let Qian Wudang grow suspicious when his progress became too swift later on, it was better to tell him now.
Qian Wudang nearly laughed. "Do you not know how you earned the name One Leaf?"
"You misunderstand, sir. When my aptitude was tested at Evil Moon Valley, I truly did receive the