Xing Li's cultivation talents were far from ideal.
The identity of a mere outer disciple of Magnetic Elemental Sword Sect proved this—if his talents were significant, he would not be an outer disciple, and being one indicated that his aptitude was truly average.
In terms of cost-effectiveness, Xing Li was not considered a worthwhile investment.
Magnetic Elemental Sword Sect did not nurture idlers, initially planning to send him away; however, out of pity for his orphaned state, they allowed him into the outer gate and assigned him the duty of managing the Hundred Herb Garden.
The Hundred Herb Garden was a spiritual field of the Magnetic Elemental Sword Sect, overseen by an outer elder, under whom Xing Li took orders. Occasionally, when the elder was in the mood, he would offer pointers to the outer disciples of the Hundred Herb Garden.
