Mining for Ten Years, I Ascended on the Spot!

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Chapter 5: Seclusion and Hard Work

After understanding the situation, Ji Yang decisively chose to begin his cultivation.

In the world of cultivation, one’s level is paramount!

After ten years of hard work on Jingtan Peak, he would surely shock the entire sect upon his return! He would rise to become a true heir of the sect!

With this beautiful dream in mind, Ji Yang immediately began practicing the Great Dao Returning to Origin Technique!

At first, Ji Yang thought this technique was amazing, but after reviewing the materials, he realized that the Great Dao Returning to Origin Technique is a required method for every disciple in He Dao Sect, and it serves as a transition method for the Qi Refinement stage.

The main purpose of this technique is to absorb the spiritual energy of heaven and earth.

Once he reached the Foundation Establishment stage, he would choose a formal main cultivation method.

However, just because it is widespread does not mean it is weak. The Great Dao Returning to Origin Technique is not weak; in fact, it is quite strong and has the ability to absorb spiritual energy quickly. Otherwise, it wouldn’t be the entry-level technique of a major sect like He Dao Sect!

With Ye Wuchen’s transmission, the cultivation was extremely simple, as it involved continuously absorbing spiritual energy to break through his existing level!

Once the spiritual energy filled his dantian, he could then establish his foundation!

Moreover, with his exceptional talent, the cultivation would be even easier!

Thus, Ji Yang began his hard training at Jingtan Peak.

When he was hungry, he would find a couple of wild chickens on Jingtan Peak to roast.

When he was thirsty, he would drink from the clear pool at the foot of the mountain.

During this time, Ye Wuchen had gone out a few times, but each time he returned, his wine gourd was significantly fuller.

Upon seeing Ji Yang working hard, he nodded slightly in approval.

A year later, Ji Yang emerged from his cultivation.

He now looked ragged, with disheveled hair, resembling a wild man, but his eyes were filled with complex emotions.

In just a year, he had finally reached the first level of the Qi Refinement stage!

At first, Ji Yang was a bit incredulous, but after checking the books, he confirmed that he was indeed at only the first level of Qi Refinement, having merely begun transforming the spiritual energy within him into magical power.

However, this level of cultivation was insufficient for sword flying; he could only unleash a few talismans.

This made Ji Yang doubt himself. Wasn’t he a genius? Why wasn’t his cultivation speed as fast as he had imagined?

Ji Yang stood up and walked toward the consistently closed wooden house. He needed to ask Ye Wuchen.

“Knock, knock, knock!”

There was no response from inside, only some strange noises.

Ji Yang leaned closer to the door and listened carefully. Was that… snoring?

Was it his imagination?

Ji Yang simply pushed the door open and walked in, only to see his master, heavily intoxicated, lying on the wooden bed, sound asleep.

While in deep slumber, the wine gourd dangled from his hand, not yet set down.

Beside the wooden bed, a dark long sword was slanted against the wall.

This scene left Ji Yang somewhat stunned; it seemed he had miscalculated!

The wooden door creaked open, and the bright light awakened Ye Wuchen from his deep slumber.

Before Ji Yang could speak, he saw a sharp glint in Ye Wuchen’s eyes. The long sword by the wooden bed shot forth waves of sword intent, rushing toward Ji Yang:

“Who dares to invade my Jingtan Peak! Are you seeking death?”

At that moment, Ji Yang felt goosebumps all over and hurriedly shouted:

“Master, it’s me! Ji Yang!”

Hearing Ji Yang’s voice, Ye Wuchen immediately regained his senses, retracting the overwhelming sword intent, while the long sword continued to hang on the wall.

“Ah, it’s you, my disciple. I was just deep in cultivation and didn’t really notice. Why do you look like this?”

Ye Wuchen showed no embarrassment upon waking; instead, he looked at Ji Yang’s wild appearance with confusion, nearly mistaking him for someone else.

At this moment, Ji Yang felt a chill in his heart. Was that really cultivation? But the issue of practice was the most important.

Ji Yang asked:

“Master, I have been diligently cultivating for a year. Why am I still only at the first level of Qi Refinement?”

Ye Wuchen, still feeling a bit of the effects of alcohol, got up to look at Ji Yang and then exclaimed:

“No wonder you are Talent Jealousy! Truly extraordinary, reaching the first level of Qi Refinement in just a year.”

“In my day, I also had exceptional talent, but it took me two years to reach the first level of Qi Refinement!”

Seeing Ye Wuchen’s earnest and praising expression, Ji Yang clearly recognized his high talent, yet he was not satisfied with the speed of his progress.

“By the way, you are Talent Jealousy, which means you will face calamities every few years. You must cultivate well, or even I cannot save you.”

“Ah?”

Ji Yang was surprised, recalling past events, and now he felt a hint of belief.

So that was the reason for his unfortunate luck. This thought added a sense of pressure in Ji Yang’s heart.

He had still been thinking about flying with his sword and vanquishing demons across the world!

How could he let himself fail halfway? He wouldn’t allow such a thing to happen.

A year later, Ji Yang thought of his special ability again and couldn’t help but feel regret:

“I misjudged you.”

With this in mind, Ji Yang asked:

“Master, may I go mining?”

Ye Wuchen’s expression grew serious, and he immediately responded solemnly:

“Mining? Absolutely not! With your talent, you only need to cultivate diligently for five hundred years to reach the Great Ascension stage! By then, there will surely be a place for you in the cultivation world! Stay here on Jingtan Peak, and I can guarantee your life will be worry-free!”

“Just focus on your cultivation.”

Ji Yang paused:

Five hundred years!

He wasn’t Sun Wukong! How could he stay here for five hundred years without going out!

Without a system, he could endure for the sake of his life, but he had a special ability. He was still young and wanted to make an effort.

But he could only think such thoughts in his heart; he couldn’t express them. His special ability was his trump card, and for his own safety, he didn’t plan to reveal it to anyone, not even Ye Wuchen.

Since Ye Wuchen stopped Ji Yang from going mining, he had to find another way, or it would raise suspicion.

His thoughts flashed by, and Ji Yang spoke again:

“Master, after a year of hard training, I would like to explore the sect! I also want to collect some cultivation resources!”

Ji Yang intended to ask Ye Wuchen, but looking at the barren Jingtan Peak and recalling the conditions Ye Wuchen used to recruit him, he chose to keep silent!

Ye Wuchen nodded in response:

“Good, cultivation requires balance. After leaving the peak, be sure not to offend the rules of the sect. Also, know that Jingtan Peak has some negative opinions within the sect; just ignore it!”

“Understood, Master.”

Ji Yang turned to go down the mountain, and Ye Wuchen’s voice called after him once more:

“Eat fewer pills! Relying on your own hard work is the true path!”

Ji Yang pretended not to hear and quickened his pace slightly.

A year of hard cultivation on the peak was more boring than farming!