After finishing the meal, Liu Rusi lounged back in her chair, picking at a fish bone and gazing at Ling Feng with a hint of appreciation in her eyes.
"Good disciple, I didn't expect you to be such a great cook. I can't remember the last time I had a proper meal."
As she spoke, a hint of self-mockery flashed in her eyes.
Ling Feng didn't notice, rolling his eyes instead.
She just said she wanted to send him back, and now she's calling him a good disciple?
Ha, fickle woman.
[Ding!]
[They say that to win a person's heart, you must first win over their stomach. Congratulations to the host for earning Liu Rusi's favor through your superb cooking skills! You have received a critical reward in favorability!]
A critical favorability reward?
What was that strange reward?
Then, Ling Feng noticed Liu Rusi's gaze towards him growing more affectionate, and he suddenly realized this was what favorability meant.
"Good disciple! You're hardworking and can cook well. Although I don't want to accept a disciple, I'll reluctantly take you this time."
"Well, thank you for your generosity, Master."
Ling Feng smirked.
"You're welcome."
Liu Rusi took out a book and tossed it to Ling Feng. "As your Master, I practice swordsmanship. This 'Carefree Sword Art' is one of the best sword techniques in the martial world. Take it and practice diligently. If you have any questions, come find me."
After saying that, she stretched lazily and walked down the mountain.
"Master, where are you going?"
"Going to buy wine," Liu Rusi replied, and with a leap, her figure transformed into a streak of light.
Ling Feng vaguely saw wings sprouting from her back.
Her speed was incomparably faster than Elder Li's.
"This is what Elder Li meant by Qi transforming into wings? Impressive! Master's cultivation level must be at least Martial Spirit, no, perhaps even Martial Sect."
Ling Feng thought to himself as he began to study the sword manual in his hands.
Carefree Sword Art.
This was a technique that combined internal and external cultivation.
The internal referred to inner strength, while the external referred to sword techniques.
Ling Feng flipped through the pages, and with the aid of his Transparent Sword Heart, he quickly comprehended the essence of the sword technique. He began to practice it right then and there.
With no sword, he picked up a branch from the ground.
Gradually, as he practiced, he became more immersed, fully absorbed in the sword manual.
As he moved, the branch in his hand transformed into a sharp sword, emanating a fierce sword intent, creating multiple afterimages in the air.
He practiced for an entire afternoon.
From daytime until sunset, Ling Feng was drenched in sweat, but he felt an unprecedented sense of exhilaration.
Inside him, strands of true energy began to form.
He successfully entered the first realm of martial arts, the Postnatal Realm!
[Ding!]
[The system has detected that the host has successfully leveled up to the Postnatal Realm. This is the first step on your martial path, but a significant leap for the myriad realms! The future Super Invincible God King is beginning to rise! To commemorate this moment, the host is rewarded with one talent draw!]
The system's voice echoed, sounding somewhat excited.
Hearing this, Ling Feng felt a bit embarrassed.
What first step, what significant leap, the future Super Invincible God King…
How could he be that impressive?
While the system's flattery was nice, it was way too exaggerated.
However, he was soon attracted by the reward.
"A draw, huh? Sounds a bit interesting."
"System, activate the talent draw."
[Alright!]
Ling Feng saw a huge spinning wheel appear in front of him.
The wheel was filled with various sections, each containing different talents.
[Ten Times Strength]
[Ten Times Speed]
[Become Stronger with Every Breath]
[Telepathy]
[Become Stronger from Sunbathing]
[Eye of Insight]
[Beginner Self-Healing]
[Advanced Self-Healing]
[Pregnancy Gaze]
Ling Feng was dazzled by the array of talents.
Some looked pretty normal, but others made him involuntarily twitch his lips.
Become Stronger with Every Breath?
Become Stronger from Sunbathing?
And that "Pregnancy Gaze"…
What the heck was that?
Could such absurd talents even exist?
[Drawing begins!]
The spinning wheel whirled rapidly, passing over Ten Times Strength, Ten Times Speed, becoming stronger with every breath, beginner self-healing…
Ling Feng stared intently at the wheel.
What he most wanted was the Advanced Self-Healing.
That was a life-saving skill.
With that ability, he wouldn't have to worry about injuries in the future.
However, regrettably, the wheel passed by Advanced Self-Healing and finally landed on towards the "Pregnancy Gaze"…
Ling Feng wiped a cold sweat from his forehead. If he really drew that bizarre talent, he would have to close his eyes for the rest of his life!
[Ding! ]
[Congratulations, host! You have drawn the talent: Infinite Charisma!]
[Infinite Charisma enhances the host's charm, and as you age, your charm will continue to grow. Eventually, your charm can be powerful enough to conquer formidable enemies, making them unable to resist following you!]
What an impressive ability!
Ling Feng's eyes lit up.
He rushed into the wooden cabin and stood before a mirror.
His facial features hadn't changed much; he still looked handsome and refined. However, there was now an indescribable allure in his expression.
This kind of charm couldn't even be achieved with a thousand layers of beauty filters.
So handsome, so handsome! No wonder you're the host!
The system offered timely encouragement.
Ling Feng liked this system.
He smiled slightly, exited the wooden cabin, picked up the branch on the ground, and continued practicing swordplay, the sword shadows dancing elegantly around him.
Unbeknownst to him, Liu Rusi had returned. Watching Ling Feng practice under the sunset, she couldn't help but nod to herself. "Not bad, putting in some effort."
But then she noticed something, her mouth gradually dropping open.
"Postnatal Realm?"
"He's entered the martial arts world already?! And it's only been one afternoon! He's so skilled in the Carefree Sword Art… What a genius!"
Liu Rusi was certain that it would typically take an ordinary martial artist at least seven to eight years to reach Ling Feng's current level with the Carefree Sword Art.
Yet here he was, achieving such a realm in just one afternoon, having also entered the Postnatal Realm.
"Even if he is a Martial Dao Saint Body, this is a bit too exaggerated."
"This is nearly catching up to my status as a reincarnated celestial being," Liu Rusi muttered to herself.
At this moment, Ling Feng stopped to wipe the sweat from his forehead.
Seeing Liu Rusi return, his eyes brightened, and he jogged toward her.
As she watched Ling Feng approach, his youthful and handsome face seemed to have undergone some change in just one afternoon.
Had his looks skyrocketed by several points?
No, that couldn't be right; he hadn't changed that much.
"Master, you're back."
"Mm, I bought some vegetables. You go cook," Liu Rusi waved her sleeve, producing several baskets filled with fish and vegetables from her storage ring. Thinking of the meal from earlier made her a bit excited.
Ling Feng had practiced all afternoon and was feeling hungry too.
He took the baskets and headed to the kitchen.
Watching his figure, Liu Rusi felt as if she had not taken in a disciple, but rather a capable young husband.
Slap!
Liu Rusi slapped her own face, flustered. "Liu Rusi, what are you thinking? He's still a child!"
However, as she watched him busying himself in the kitchen, a soft smile crept onto her face.
The usually quiet and desolate Piaomiao Peak was now filled with the warmth of everyday life.
This feeling… wasn't bad.