Once Scorned for My Mixed Spiritual Roots, Now They Weep at My Power! - Chapter 14 - Do We Really Have to Pay?

Wen Qing was quite impressed that Xiao Yun could think of such a question.

“Indeed, it’s commendable that you can infer this. Earth Attribute Techniques do counter our Water Attribute Techniques. When it comes to pure Spell combat, this countering effect is even more pronounced.”

“However, the countering relationship between Martial Skills isn’t as significant as with Spells. The effect is only about ten percent, which is why everyone diligently practices Martial Skills.”

Xiao Yun frowned and asked, “Isn’t there any other way? What if we really encounter a cultivator who counters us?”

Wen Qing smiled slightly and continued, “If it comes to a life-and-death struggle, there is a way.”

“When strength is equal and attributes are completely countered, to win, you need to use a Magic Treasure.”

“Magic Treasure?” Xiao Yun asked, puzzled.

“It’s too early to talk about Magic Treasures with you now. Focus on mastering your Martial Skills first.”

Although Wen Qing didn’t elaborate, Xiao Yun, having read many novels in his past life, was not unfamiliar with the term Magic Treasure. He could roughly guess what it was.

“I see. So I can only choose Water Attribute Martial Skills?” Xiao Yun asked with a smile.

“Of course, because you’re learning the Azure Sea Tide Technique, your spiritual power is Water Attribute. You can’t use other Martial Skills.”

“If I learned a Fire Attribute Technique, could I use Martial Skills of both Water and Fire Attributes?” Xiao Yun inquired.

Wen Qing thought for a moment and then said, “In theory, yes. But Spiritual Root Attributes determine the cultivation technique. How could you learn two techniques at once? Without the support of a technique, you can’t even talk about Martial Skills.”

Xiao Yun smiled slightly and said, “Senior Sister, don’t forget, I have Mixed Spiritual Roots, so I can learn any technique.”

Wen Qing was momentarily surprised, then smiled and said, “That’s true. I didn’t expect Mixed Spiritual Roots to have such an advantage.”

“But I advise you not to overthink it. Cultivating even one technique requires all your effort. How could you have the energy to cultivate a second one?”

“Biting off more than you can chew is the biggest taboo in cultivation.”

“Rather than learning multiple techniques, it’s better to master one. That way, your future achievements will be higher.”

Xiao Yun agreed wholeheartedly. Specialization is key, and a person’s energy is limited; it’s impossible to excel in everything.

But that’s just for ordinary people.

Can a super invincible Five Elements Spiritual Root genius like himself be the same as ordinary people?

A jack-of-all-trades, perhaps?

Though he thought this, Xiao Yun didn’t say it out loud. After all, even he wasn’t sure if he could achieve it.

A jack-of-all-trades, huh. Easy to say, but doing it is as hard as reaching the heavens.

Xiao Yun suddenly lowered his head, lost in thought, watching the clouds fly by beneath him…

Reaching the heavens seemed quite simple.

Soon, Wen Qing brought Xiao Yun to Longshou Peak. They arrived directly outside the Scripture Pavilion, where Wen Qing spent fifty spirit stones to buy two tokens for access to the Scripture Pavilion at Longshou Peak.

She handed one to Xiao Yun and wore one herself.

“Wear it, or you won’t be able to enter the Scripture Pavilion.”

“What is this?” Xiao Yun curiously fiddled with the token in his hand.

“The Scripture Pavilion is a restricted area. Do you think you can just stroll in?”

“There are powerful formations inside. If you try to sneak in without this token, the formation will activate immediately.”

“Not only will it trap any intruders, but if you tamper with any important cultivation manuals, the formation might even execute you.”

“That powerful?” Xiao Yun exclaimed in awe.

This security measure was far more advanced than the Scripture Pavilion in the Shaolin Temple from the stories.

“Of course it’s powerful! After all, it holds all the cultivation methods of our Spirit Sword Sect. What if someone steals them?”

“Also, remember this: the fifty spirit stone token only allows you to stay in the Scripture Pavilion for one hour. Once the time is up, you need to leave immediately. The token will expire, and you’ll have to buy another one. Plus, you can’t take any books out! Got it?”

“What? Even disciples of the Spirit Sword Sect have to use spirit stones to buy tokens? I thought the token was permanent!”

“You wish! Longshou Peak relies on this to earn spirit stones. Alright, don’t waste time. Hurry up and go in,” Wen Qing urged.

Xiao Yun couldn’t help but chuckle bitterly. So even in cultivation, things can be so mundane?

A disciple has to pay to learn a cultivation method!

Seriously!

Once inside the Scripture Pavilion, Xiao Yun realized that it was tiered.

His token was a basic one, only allowing him to browse the Martial Skills on the first level. To access higher levels, not only did he need a corresponding cultivation level, but the token price was also higher!

Why does it feel more and more mundane?

Xiao Yun grumbled inwardly.

The Spirit Sword Sect wasn’t always like this. Initially, the Seven Peaks were like one big family, sharing everything.

You use mine, I use yours, no distinctions!

But as time passed, conflicts gradually emerged.

Then came the spirit stone purchasing system; if you wanted to use someone else’s resources, you had to spend spirit stones.

Increasingly commercialized!

Competition arose between the peaks.

This change wasn’t necessarily bad.

The disciples’ cultivation levels improved faster than before.

In modern terms, it was getting more competitive!

The Martial Skills on the first level of the Scripture Pavilion were already useless to Wen Qing. She was mainly there to accompany Xiao Yun.

Firstly, to help Xiao Yun choose the right Martial Skills so he wouldn’t waste spirit stones.

Secondly, to take Xiao Yun to test his cultivation level with the Spirit Testing Stone.

Wen Qing was quite curious about this.

Her Junior Brother clearly had Mixed Spiritual Roots, yet his repeated unusual performances made her increasingly intrigued by him.

“I’ll help you pick a Martial Skill first, then we’ll test your cultivation level,” Wen Qing said.

“Alright.”

Xiao Yun followed Wen Qing to a bookshelf.

Wen Qing gently said, “All the Martial Skills here are Water Attribute. Time is short, and you don’t have time to go through each one. Let me pick one for you.”

Xiao Yun looked at the densely packed books, easily numbering over a hundred.

If he were to choose on his own, an hour wouldn’t be enough to flip through all these books.

Moreover, he was still a novice in cultivation, clueless about Martial Skills.

Senior Sister was a master at the Golden Core Realm. Having her choose was far more reliable than picking randomly himself.

“Then I’ll trouble you, Senior Sister.” Xiao Yun confidently handed the decision over to Wen Qing.

“Alright, let me find one for you.” Wen Qing said, starting to browse the shelves.

Xiao Yun, having nothing to do, wandered to a nearby shelf and randomly pulled out a book.

“Five Elements Mysterious Formation.”

Glancing at the title, it wasn’t a Martial Skill. Xiao Yun wasn’t worried about learning too much, so he casually flipped through it.

Initially, Xiao Yun read casually, not paying much attention.

But as he delved deeper into the “Five Elements Mysterious Formation,” he became increasingly engrossed.

So much so that he didn’t notice when Wen Qing called him after picking out a Martial Skill for him.

“Junior Brother, I’ve chosen one for you. Take a look at this Martial Skill.”