ALL NOVEL Chapter 1: Having a disciple is so tiresome...
Chapter 1: Having a disciple is so tiresome…
“System, today’s check-in.”
“Check-in successful, reward: 500 years of cultivation,” the system announced.
Lu Changsheng sighed and rubbed his head, saying,
“It’s been over 20 years, and every day is just check-in, cultivation reward. Does this system have no other functions?”
When he first came to this world, he was excited to discover that he had awakened a system, thinking he could reach the pinnacle of immortality and dominate all ages. However, it turned out that the system had only allowed him to check in daily for over 20 years, with each reward being cultivation.
Day after day, year after year, it had become so monotonous that Lu Changsheng had become numb. He wasn’t even sure what level his abilities had reached.
The system seemed to sense Lu Changsheng’s frustration and explained,
[The heavenly machine cannot be revealed yet as the conditions are not met.]
“…”
Helplessly, Lu Changsheng picked up his brush and painted a picture of a sword-wielding immortal on his desk. This was also Lu Changsheng’s daily routine, as he could rely on the daily cultivation rewards without needing to practice himself. With nothing else to do, he could only plant trees, raise chickens, paint, write, or even practice alchemy and research arrays.
When Lu Changsheng finished his last stroke, a bell rang out in this space.
Lu Changsheng looked up and said,
“Today seems to be the day that the Zang Dao Academy accepts new students…”
He thought for a moment, then decided to go out for a walk and take a look.
After finishing his sentence, Lu Changsheng put down his brush and disappeared into a wisp of blue smoke.
After Lu Changsheng left, the small bird in the garden flapped its wings, which were as red as flames, and flew to the painting. It gazed intently at the sword-wielding immortal in the painting, which seemed to come to life. Suddenly, sword energy shot out from the painting and filled the entire garden, cutting through the air. The bird was shocked and flapped its wings to retreat, but the sword energy pursued it relentlessly.
Just as the sword energy was about to strike the bird, a willow tree nearby stretched out a branch and blocked the attack. “Little bird, be more careful in the future. This painting may seem casual, but its intent is beyond your current abilities.”
The bird looked dejected, as if agreeing with the willow tree’s words. It took a deep look at the painting on the desk and then retreated.
…
Zang Dao Academy. Countless strong cultivators emerged from it. Recognized as a sacred place for cultivation in the southern region. It did not involve itself in any sect or family conflicts and did not seek profit from the royal court. Regardless of whether one was a prince or a descendant of a noble family, once they entered the Zang Dao Academy, they were treated equally. Only one’s abilities mattered here. And so, the Academy was able to stand tall and proud.
At this moment, the academy’s mountain gate was surrounded by dozens of young people. These individuals had passed the academy’s rigorous examination and were finally accepted as students. Next, they would be taken in as disciples by the academy’s elders. Once chosen by an elder, their future would be boundless, and they would become the coveted talents of the noble families and royal court. Therefore, each of these young people was eager to be selected as a disciple, their eyes shining with excitement.
“This year’s crop of talent is quite impressive.”
“Yes, I heard that the direct descendants of the four major families of Tianyuan City have also arrived.”
“Heh heh, then we must choose carefully, perhaps the inheritance of the sect’s legacy will be decided.”
“It’s not that simple. Even if one has the talent, their character must also be considered. We can’t just hand over the inheritance to anyone.”
The elders nodded in agreement, and their gazes shifted to the rear, where a young man in a green robe was approaching. Some of the elders furrowed their brows, saying, “How did he get out here?” The attendants looked confused, clearly unfamiliar with the young man. One of them asked, “Elder, is this person from our academy?” One of the elders replied with a complex gaze, “He is and isn’t. He is from the Grass Hall.”
“Grass Hall?!”
Many people were shocked, and some looked puzzled, clearly unaware of what the Grass Hall was.
In the Zang Dao Academy, there are two divisions:
The Martial Institute and the Confucian Institute.
However, aside from these two institutes, there is another force – the Grass Hall! It can be said that the Grass Hall is not under the academy’s jurisdiction, but it can still enjoy the academy’s resources. This has left everyone perplexed, but under the pressure of the academy’s leadership, no one dares to speak out openly about it. Now, the Grass Hall has changed hands, and for decades, it has not accepted any new disciples. The entire Grass Hall has only one person, Lu Changsheng. Lu Changsheng is usually low-key and rarely goes out, which has led people to forget that the Grass Hall still has someone like him! So, it’s not unusual for some people to be unaware of the Grass Hall’s existence.
Lu Changsheng walked up to the elders and bowed slightly, saying, “Long life to all the elders.”
“Lu Changsheng, what brings you here today? You’ve never come to the recruitment of disciples before.”
Lu Changsheng shook his head, “I’m just bored and came to see the academy’s recruitment. I don’t intend to take in disciples, so you don’t need to worry about me, elders.”
The elders shook their heads helplessly. This kid occupies academy resources but doesn’t want to take in disciples, it’s really… After all, the academy values taking in disciples and passing on the Dao, but Lu Changsheng’s attitude leaves them powerless.
One elder, with high seniority, rebuked, “As a member of the academy, passing on the Dao is your duty. Why don’t you want to take in disciples or inject new blood into the Grass Hall?”
Lu Changsheng spread his hands, “I can’t even cultivate myself clearly, why bother others? Besides, teaching disciples is too tiresome. I’m happy playing alone, why look for trouble?”
“But you’re using academy resources, how can you not pass on the Dao? As the master of the Grass Hall, even if you don’t think about yourself, you should think about the future of the Grass Hall!”
The elders began to persuade Lu Changsheng, but he suddenly felt a headache coming on. Just as he was about to say something, a voice in his mind interrupted him. “Please go to Tianyuan City to accept a disciple,” the system said.
“Name: Ye Qiubai.
Talent: SSS-level.
Qualities: Sword Heart Connecting the Void, Mixed Elemental Sword Body, Emperor’s Pose.”
Upon hearing this, Lu Changsheng disappeared from the spot, leaving behind only one sentence: “Elders, I’m going to Tianyuan City to accept a disciple. You continue!”
The elders were left standing there in disbelief. “This kid isn’t the one who said he couldn’t even cultivate himself clearly and didn’t want to bother others? Isn’t he the one who said teaching disciples was too tiresome? Damn it, I can’t believe him!” Moreover, there are many talented individuals here, but he insists on going to Tianyuan City to do what?
The direct descendants of the noble families in Tianyuan City are all here