High-Grade Magic Tool

"This Daoist robe is a mid-grade dharma garment, woven from celestial silkworm silk and inscribed with runes by disciples of the Artifact Refining Hall who specialize in craftsmanship. Once worn, it allows you to traverse the mountains while repelling insects and avoiding their stings; it wards off all manner of poisons and miasmas; furthermore, it is impervious to blades and spears..."

The grey-robed Daoist was very attentive, picking up a robe and beginning his explanation.

Many disciples' eyes lit up upon hearing this.

This was good stuff!

Disciples who entered the Menial Hall were all below the third level of the Qi Refining stage, or possessed only mid-grade spiritual roots.

At this level, they were nothing more than ants among the rogue cultivators of the cultivation world.

One had to know that a mid-stage Qi Refining rogue cultivator would have no qualifications whatsoever to possess a mid-grade defensive dharma artifact!

This single robe fully demonstrated the immense wealth and generosity of the Divine Firmament Dao Sect.

Originally, Li Yunjing and the others had harbored some resentment about becoming mere menial disciples.

Now, however, they were completely pacified.

With treatment like this, what more was there to say?

The few who had come from a background of rogue cultivation were shouting in their hearts that they had struck gold!

One had to realize that a mid-grade defensive dharma artifact was worth twenty to thirty low-grade spirit stones!

Even if the few of them spent two or three years struggling, they wouldn't be able to save up that many spirit stones.

"These five talismans correspond to the five elements of heaven and earth; they are items provided by the sect for your self-defense!"

Seeing the reactions of the group, the grey-robed Daoist smiled and continued his introduction.

"These five talismans are all first-tier mid-grade. If a mid-stage Qi Refining cultivator were to encounter them and fail to dodge in time, they would surely perish!"

"Of course, cultivators are not living targets and possess many methods of their own. If you activate these talismans but fail to strike your opponent, they will be of no use!"

After explaining the robes and talismans, the grey-robed Daoist then produced a sword.

With a "shua" sound, he drew it, and immediately a brilliant light shimmered, accompanied by the sound of a dragon's roar and a crane's cry, with rays of light flickering inch by inch along the blade.

"This is the Cold Star Sword forged by the sect's Artifact Refining Hall. Although it is not a top-grade flying sword, it can cut through iron as if it were mud. Moreover, it contains the energy of the stars, which can slay vengeful spirits and ghosts, and force back demons."

The grey-robed Daoist paused, then added, "This is a rare, high-grade dharma artifact. You must cherish it!"

A high-grade dharma artifact!!!

Li Yunjing and the others were completely stirred up, unable to stop themselves from whispering to one another.

Was this something they, as menial disciples, were actually allowed to possess?

A high-grade dharma artifact cost at least one hundred low-grade spirit stones!

For their sake, the sect had gifted each person wealth exceeding three hundred spirit stones!

This was truly an overwhelming fortune!

Now, no one held any lingering grievances about their status as menial disciples.

Rogue cultivators without specialized skills or combat prowess could never save up this many spirit stones in their entire lives!

The Divine Firmament Dao Sect was far too generous!

"You must understand! This high-grade dharma artifact is the only one of its grade you will receive during your time as a 'menial disciple'! If you do not strive for improvement, there will be no possibility of obtaining another artifact of this level!"

Understanding the thoughts of these newcomers, the grey-robed Daoist said loudly.

"Yes! Senior Brother! We understand!"

Li Yunjing and the others were startled, then immediately calmed down.

"Furthermore, these jade manuals record the sect's rules and basic cultivation techniques."

"They also contain information regarding other sects, demonic beasts, and the world at large, including general astronomy and geography."

"Many of you do not possess corresponding cultivation methods. Although the techniques here are the basic ones of our sect, they are authentic Daoist methods for laying a foundation. Relying on these to cultivate to the Foundation Establishment stage is perfectly feasible. Your main task now is to study and practice diligently."

Having introduced all the items distributed from the box, the grey-robed Daoist handed them out one by one.

When everyone had received their entry-level benefits, the grey-robed Daoist said, "You only have three days of free time. In these three days, you must memorize the contents of the manuals and seize every moment to cultivate. After three days, the Miscellaneous Affairs Hall will assign you to complete various sect tasks."

The Divine Firmament Dao Sect was a major immortal sect, and its rules were naturally numerous. Although these people had entered the sect, they were not here to enjoy themselves; they were required to pay a great price.

The Cold Star Sword was so powerful precisely to protect them, for fear that they might perish while carrying out their tasks.

Treasures worth three hundred spirit stones were not given for free; they required them to put in the effort and earn them back many times over.

"Yes!"

Li Yunjing and the others looked solemn, knowing that the days of labor were not far off.

Li Yunjing did not interact with the others, instead packing his items away one by one. Following the guidance of the grey-robed Daoist, he found his living quarters in the backyard of the Menial Hall.

"What a large room."

Upon reaching his residence, Li Yunjing channeled his magic power, and as the token in his hand glowed, he opened the door to his temporary dwelling.

He saw his courtyard, which spanned several hundred square meters, with buildings constructed in the style of pavilions and towers.

The air in the courtyard was thick with spiritual energy; it was truly a fairyland.

If this were in his past life, it would be a top-tier villa!

Yet now, it was merely a temporary residence for menial disciples.

The disciples in the "Menial Hall" were truly fortunate!

What Li Yunjing did not know was that these were actually rooms intended for outer sect disciples.

The "Menial Hall" was a department that concerned the sect's public image, so naturally, the backyard of the "Menial Hall" could not be allowed to look dilapidated.

However, Li Yunjing and the others only had the right to stay for three days; after three days, they would no longer enjoy such excellent treatment.

"The spiritual energy here is so dense. No wonder that senior brother told us newcomers to cherish these three days and cultivate diligently. I'm afraid it will be difficult to be assigned to a place with such rich spiritual energy in the future!"

Closing the courtyard gate, Li Yunjing first changed his clothes. Immediately, his entire body felt imbued with Daoist energy, and a fresh, clean scent wafted from the fabric.

Although this garment was only at the level of a mid-grade magical tool, it was thousands of times better than the servant clothes he had worn for the Yu Family.

Following this, Li Yunjing dripped blood onto the five talismans to refine them one by one, and he instantly felt a spiritual connection form with them.

"Good items. These talismans are life-saving gadgets!"

Afterward, Li Yunjing sat cross-legged on the large bed in his room.

These three days were extremely precious, so this was naturally not the time to be refining talismans. Li Yunjing quickly tucked the talismans away close to his body and immediately opened the jade books.

One of the jade books had "Divine Firmament Dao" written on it.

As soon as he opened it, a Daoist dressed in blue suddenly appeared within the jade book, flickering and moving about, demonstrating the cultivation techniques move by move.

At the same time, a faint voice emanated from the jade book, explaining the various mysteries, power exertion, and breathing techniques of this cultivation method.

"Amazing! Truly amazing!"

Li Yunjing exclaimed in admiration. He had not expected that even a mere foundational cultivation technique would possess such a magical method of instruction; it was truly worthy of a great immortal sect!