Wang Li locked gazes with Shi Feiyan, a flicker of concern flickering across his eyes. "Speaking of your cultivation, Shi Feiyan," he said, his voice gentle, "I haven't sensed the aura of a Nascent Soul cultivator from you. Have you encountered any difficulties in your breakthrough?"
Shi Feiyan's cheeks flushed a delicate pink. "Thank you for your concern, Patriarch. To be honest, I've attempted the Nascent Soul breakthrough seven times already, but each attempt has been… unsuccessful." Her voice trailed off, a mix of disappointment and self-doubt clouding her expression.
"Seven times?" Wang Li's brows furrowed. That was unusual. While the Nascent Soul breakthrough was a significant hurdle, seven failed attempts for someone with Shi Feiyan's talent were highly unexpected. "Did you encounter any difficulties absorbing the Nascent Soul Condensation Pellets I provided?"
