Chapter 568

Chapter 568: Teaching

In the underground space, Xu Fan was discussing the plan for the Great Ascension stage puppet with his first clone and second clone.

“The consumption is a bit high,” the first clone said, looking at the light curtain projected by Xu Fan.

“But there’s no way around it; this is our current level,” the second clone remarked, stroking his chin as he observed the light curtain.

“After all, I’m not a proper artifact great master. Although my vision is already there, there’s still a bit missing,” Xu Fan sighed.

Damn system limitations! Without them, he felt he could have already become the typical overpowered protagonist.

“Since there’s no issue, let’s get started. I’ve already sent Pang Fu to the Extreme Void Domain to buy the missing spirit ore,” Xu Fan said.

“Your eager attitude towards work is commendable,” he praised.

“Just take some time to relax; the safety of our sect comes first,” the first clone said seriously.

“I think the first clone is right,” the second clone added with a smile.

After so long spent crafting the spiritual boat and railgun, they had worn themselves out.

However, they had recently discovered a wonderful place called the soul healing center. After a few visits, they felt completely relaxed.

In their renewed mental state, both were eager to continue working, especially since they were all master craftsmen wanting to experience creating celestial tools.

“Grape, what has the first clone been up to lately?”

“Why is he working so enthusiastically?” Xu Fan asked curiously.

“Recently, the first clone has either been playing games or going to the soul healing center for therapy,” Grape replied.

Upon hearing Grape’s words, Xu Fan suddenly understood; it turned out they had been revitalizing themselves with the Great Sword.

“Grape, please invite Jade Light Beast King over. When she has time, let her provide therapy for the first and second clones to relieve their mental fatigue,” Xu Fan instructed.

“Understood, Master,” Grape responded.

“Is this considered an extra benefit for us?” the first clone said with a smile.

“Jade Light Beast King is a Great Ascension stage; will we be able to handle it?” the second clone pondered.

Last time, they had summoned a top Core Formation stage technician at the soul healing center, who nearly pressed their souls out of their bodies when applying a little strength. If they had a main soul, it would have been quite a predicament.

“She is the Great Ascension Beast Sovereign; she knows how to control her force,” Xu Fan replied with a mysterious smile.

This reminded him of the feeling he experienced after his last visit—his soul felt light and completely transparent throughout his body.

Thinking of this, Xu Fan decided he would go back for another experience later.

“Then thank you for this, Master,” the first and second clones said, squinting with delight.

“Alright, you all stay busy here; I’ll head back and optimize the structure of this Great Ascension stage puppet further.”

“I just have a feeling something isn’t quite right,” Xu Fan said as he left the underground space.

“Alas, the Master has started to slack off again,” the first clone muttered, feeling frustrated with such a lazy counterpart.

“The Master often looks lazy on the surface, but inside, he is always deducing certain things.”

“I used to know what it was, but now it’s getting increasingly mysterious,” the second clone reflected.

“Either he’s deducing techniques and methods, or he’s contemplating the path of time,” the first clone rolled his eyes.

“Isn’t this normal? Don’t we both spend our free time contemplating this path?”

“I just feel the main body’s progress should be a bit faster,” the second clone said with a smile.

“Enough talk; I’ll start crafting the first half,” the first clone said.

“Call me when it’s time to inscribe the Celestial Script Formations later,” he added.

“Alright, I’ll go check the skill level of the technicians at the soul healing center,” the second clone said as he walked out of the underground space.

The first clone shook his head with a smile and began crafting the first part of the puppet.

…………

A month later, in the dojo on the main peak, Xu Fan sat cross-legged on a high platform, smiling down at the first-generation disciples below.

“First, I’ll teach, then I’ll answer questions. Think about what you want to ask,” Xu Fan said with a grin.

“Understood, Grand Elder.”

The first-generation disciples all nodded in unison.

“The way of the five elements is the foundation of all things—metal’s…”

Xu Fan began teaching the way of the five elements, tailoring his words to the disciples’ level of understanding.

A cloud of Merit and Fortune formed above the disciples, and petals of Little Flower Deer began to drift down.

Next, the scriptures unfurled like a scroll, slowly encircling the entire dojo.

Then, a primordial realm emerged, and countless scriptures swam around the disciples like fish.

The main peak seemed to transform into an underwater world.

As Xu Fan spoke, all the first-generation disciples entered a profound state of enlightenment.

Each disciple’s unique understanding revealed different scenes before their eyes.

The resilience of metal, the vitality of wood, the gentleness of water, the ferocity of fire, the solidity of earth.

After three hours, Xu Fan had fully explained the basics of the path of the five elements.

Next, he moved on to the phenomena of ice, wind, thunder, yin, and yang…

After another three hours, the clouds of Merit and Fortune and the scriptures that enveloped the disciples returned to Xu Fan’s body.

Xu Fan looked at the first-generation disciples, all deep in contemplation, and smiled with satisfaction.

He felt like a proud father, watching his children finally grow up.

“Grand Elder, could you go deeper into the topic?” an elderly man with white hair asked, his eyes filled with fascination.

“What more is there to say? This is enough for them to ponder for now,” Xu Fan replied, shaking his head.

“Zhang Xueling, you still haven’t advanced.”

Xu Fan turned to the elderly Zhang Xueling and asked with a smile.

“Just a bit longer; it’s not yet time. But I must thank you, Grand Elder, for leaving me with a safety net,” Zhang Xueling said gratefully, bowing.

“After all, you’re a disciple of the Hidden Spirit Sect. With your dedication to the path, I can’t just let you walk to your doom.”

“Once you step onto the Path of Reincarnation, there’s no turning back.”

“All I can do is make your journey a little smoother,” Xu Fan said, waving his hand.

“Alright, while they’re still in their state of enlightenment, ask whatever questions you have. But don’t bring up anything too profound or related to the essence of the myriad paths,” Xu Fan added.

“……”

“If the Grand Elder wants me to leave, just say so; I’m not one to misunderstand,” Zhang Xueling said, slowly rising and walking out of the main peak.

“If I go too deep with someone like you, it might do more harm than good,” Xu Fan thought as he silently watched Zhang Xueling’s retreating figure.

At that moment, Grape’s voice sounded in Xu Fan’s ear.

“Master, the wreckage of Hidden Spirit No. 2 has been spotted falling above Lin Sen Fairy City.”

In an instant, Xu Fan’s expression darkened; he had a bad feeling.

“Something’s wrong; could the hexagram have been misread?” Xu Fan muttered, his gaze fixed on the light curtain.

The wreckage shown in the light curtain was a crucial component of Hidden Spirit No. 2.