Without a Still Heart, One Cannot Reach the Goal

[Heavenly Craft Creation Pavilion (lv9) (0/1000)]

[Sect Leader: Qin Fei]

[Level: First-Tier Puppet Master]

[Puppets: Handheld Game Console (Special Puppet), Spirit Energy Wings (Tier 1 Puppet), Desolate Rock Ghost Python (Tier 1 Puppet)...]

[Buffs: Puppet speed +9%, power +9%, energy consumption -9%]

[Unlockable blueprint: Spirit Energy Cannon (Tier 1 Golem)]

After the Heavenly Craft Creation Pavilion was upgraded again, the puppet's bonus has reached 9%, and the effect is beginning to show.

Qin Fei initially thought that the puppets he created would enjoy this bonus.

Because the values remained low, he didn't investigate further.

Later, by chance, he examined other puppets in the market and realized that he had made a huge mistake.

Those puppets were quite ordinary in the hands of others, but once they came into his hands, they always inexplicably gained more power.

Qin Fei then realized that this bonus was only available to the head of the Heavenly Craft Creation Pavilion.

Like the Exclusive Puppet Flame Martial Envoy, this is a special ability granted to the Pavilion Master by the Heavenly Craft Creation Pavilion.

Turning my gaze to the newly unlocked blueprints, lines of small text appeared before my eyes.

[Spirit Energy Cannon]

[Level: Tier 1 Puppet]

[Talent: Stored Spiritual Power +10%, Spirit Recharge Speed +10%]

[Effect: Spirit-charging weapon, capable of releasing spiritual energy to attack enemies. It requires recharging after release. After accumulating spirit energy for over a month, it is comparable to a full-force Qi Refining Third Layer. After accumulating spirit energy for over two months...]

Looking at the description of the Spirit Energy Cannon, Qin Fei was somewhat surprised.

This weapon resembles a rocket launcher; anyone can use it by carrying it on their shoulder.

Most surprisingly, this weapon can recharge itself to increase its power; one month's worth is equivalent to the Qi Refining Third Layer, and two months' worth is equivalent to the Sixth Level of Qi Refining.

If one accumulates energy for more than three months, one can unleash a full-force attack comparable to that of Qi Refining Ninth Layer.

Although it requires recharging after each use, this does not diminish the sheer power of this ability.

If a low-level Rogue Cultivator were to buy one, it would be an absolute trump card.

If the Heavenly Craft Creation Pavilion were to be upgraded by just one more level, Qin Fei would be able to break through to the Second-Tier Puppet Master.

To his dismay, ever since he reached level 9, no matter what kind of puppets he crafted, his experience points remained unchanged.

Undeterred, Qin Fei spent another month crafting the newly unlocked Spirit Energy Cannon.

However, the Heavenly Craft Creation Pavilion did not react at all; it seemed as if the experience points were locked.

Qin Fei frowned, a guess forming in his mind.

The ninth to tenth levels of the Heavenly Craft Creation Pavilion correspond precisely to the process of First-Tier Puppet Master breaking through to the second tier.

It seems that crafting these puppets is no longer enough to improve my skills, so my experience has not increased.

"Since that's the case, then focus on mastering the art of puppetry. As long as your skill improves, your experience will increase again sooner or later."

Qin Fei pondered for a while and then decided on his future cultivation plan.

The junkyard contains a vast number of puppets waiting for him to study. He had only grasped a portion of them before, and now was the perfect time to continue.

He categorized these discarded puppets one by one, setting aside those with research value and removing the rest.

Once he had fully grasped one concept, he discarded it.

Looking at the puppet, which was as tall as a small mountain, Qin Fei was quite confident.

"Just as the Foolish Old Man moved mountains in ancient times, Qin Fei learned to imitate puppets in modern times. I believe that one day, I will clear this little mountain away."

As Qin Fei comprehended the truth, the number of puppets decreased one by one.

Time flies by, and a year has passed in the blink of an eye.

The puppets that once piled up like mountains are now all gone.

His puppetry skills improved rapidly, to the point that even he himself was unaware of the extent of his progress.

But for some reason, he never managed to reach the threshold of Second-Tier Puppet Master.

Qin Fei was completely baffled and could only seek help from the Fairy Caiyi.

The two had an agreement that the Fairy Caiyi would provide some assistance when Qin Fei was preparing to Foundation Establishment.

However, it's clearly not the right time yet, and it's uncertain whether the other party will offer assistance.

Half a day later, Qin Fei arrived at the Chamber of Commerce.

Ever since Shangyu Market took the initiative to send troops to fight the Barbarian Tribe, the Fairy Caiyi has been stationed here.

I just don't know if he's in seclusion or if he'll have time to meet with me.

"Brother Qin has arrived, please come in."

Tang Zhan greeted them warmly. Since everyone had been conscripted into the army, he and Xu Meiniang had been responsible for guarding a mine.

Today is Xu Meiniang's turn to be on duty, while he is on leave at home, taking the opportunity to oversee the Chamber of Commerce's business.

Upon hearing the sound, a young boy and a young girl ran out from behind him.

"Uncle Qin, what about the gift you promised me last time?"

The boy's name is Tang Ping'an, and the girl's name is Tang Lehuan.

The two are Tang Zhan and Xu Meiniang's children, and they are now over two years old.

Qin Fei smiled slightly, patted their heads, and flipped his hand, revealing two peach shortbreads in his palm.

"Uncle Qin is the best!"

The two of them each took a piece of peach shortbread and happily skipped away.

Seeing this, Tang Zhan smiled helplessly:

"Brother Qin, what brings you here today?"

"I've come to see Senior Caiyi about something. Is she not in seclusion?"

"No, I saw him this morning. Brother Qin, please wait a moment while I inform him."

Tang Zhan took out a communication talisman and moved his lips slightly.

A short while later, he made a gesture of invitation.

"Brother Qin, Senior Caiyi wants you to come in."

Qin Fei nodded and walked straight to the back hall.

The Fairy Caiyi was meditating in the pavilion in the middle of the lake. When she saw Qin Fei arrive, she slowly opened her eyes.

"Not bad, Qi Refining Eighth Layer."

Breaking through a level in just over two years is considered fast, especially without any bottlenecks.

Especially since Qin Fei only possessed Pseudo Spirit Root, she showed even more approval.

Qin Fei dared not be negligent. After bowing respectfully, he stood aside with his hands clasped.

"I have come here today to ask you for a favor."

He made no mention of their agreement, acting as if it had never existed.

The Fairy Caiyi slightly raised her eyes and said:

Tell me about it.

"I have recently been studying puppetry in hopes of breaking through to the Second-Tier Puppet Master as soon as possible, but I have yet to even grasp the basics. Therefore, I have come to seek your guidance, senior."

The Fairy Caiyi pondered for a moment, then suddenly said:

"We made a promise that I would lend you a hand when you're Foundation Establishment. Are you sure you want to use this opportunity now?"

Qin Fei did not hesitate.

"This junior confirms."

He had already planned it out; breaking through to the Second-Tier Puppet Master was only the first step.

After that, they still need to hunt down Demon Beast and refine Foundation Establishment Pill.

The help from the Fairy Caiyi might be valuable, but it's limited; it's impossible for her to give him ten or eight Foundation Establishment Pills for him to use.

Without the Foundation Establishment Pill, everything is just empty talk.

Seeing this, the Fairy Caiyi said leisurely:

"I don't know much about puppetry, but all the arts of cultivation are interconnected. In my opinion, your mind is not at peace."

Qin Fei was puzzled and respectfully asked for guidance:

Could you please explain in more detail, senior?

The Fairy Caiyi was not surprised and said calmly:

"Foundation Establishment refers to laying the foundation for cultivation. Second-Tier Puppet Master corresponds to this, and naturally, there are specific explanations for it."

"A restless mind will not achieve its goals; a unclear will will not lead to success."

"You haven't figured out why you want to practice Puppet Technique, which is why you can't break through."

Qin Fei's doubts deepened.

The reason for practicing Puppet Technique is naturally to acquire resources so that one can go further on the path of cultivation.

Why did the Fairy Caiyi say he hadn't made up his mind yet?

He was puzzled and wanted to ask again, but the Fairy Caiyi waved her hand and closed her eyes.