Abundant Martial Arts Virtue

Fiery streaks of light flew in, hovering in front of Fu Caier.

It was a Communication Talisman.

She sat cross-legged, closing her eyes for a long time before gently tapping the talisman.

Li Tao's voice, urgent and quick, emerged from the talisman:

"Cai Er, did Second Senior Brother trouble you?"

"No, Second Senior Brother is very nice, don't misunderstand him," Fu Caier said sweetly, "Remember to give me that Soul Condensing Pill."

After finishing her words, she infused her spiritual power and let the talisman fly away.

A few moments passed.

Another Communication Talisman flew in.

Zhang Xiaoyi's voice emerged from the talisman, sounding anxious:

"Cai Er, where are you?"

"Martial Uncle is looking for a Soul Condensing Pill for you, why don't you come to the Tao Hall to meet him?"

Fu Caier curled her lip disdainfully, trying to muster her spirits as she pondered her response, suddenly closing her mouth.

No.

Why should I still speak as I used to?

Clearly—

She opened her storage bag to find it full of Spirit Stones.

She casually pulled out an Elixir Bottle carved from Spiritual Jade, weighing it in her hand, hearing the sound of dozens of Soul Condensing Pills rolling inside.

Soul Condensing Pills are extremely expensive, necessary for Foundation Establishment cultivators to break through to the Golden Core Realm.

—At least three consecutive doses are required to increase the chance of forming a Golden Core by ten percent.

Despite her efforts, she hadn't managed to secure even one.

But Wu Xiaode directly gave her an entire "Hidden Elixir Pavilion"!

This was the personal stash of the ancestor, Fuyun Fairy.

Not only Soul Condensing Pills.

All kinds of elixirs you can imagine.

No longer needing to maneuver among men as before.

Never again having to rack my brains, use flowery words, or constantly watch others' expressions to find the right response.

Nor participate in mundane mountain climbs, meals, or market strolls.

—Someone supports me.

—This entire relic is my backing.

Fu Caier watched the flames reflecting in the Communication Talisman, dazed for a few moments, then flicked it forcefully.

Sparks flew.

She directly destroyed the talisman.

The next second, another Communication Talisman flew in, landing in front of her.

Li Tao's voice sounded again:

"I almost have the Soul Condensing Pill in hand; Junior Sister, come with me to see Elder Deng, let's implore him together."

Fu Caier gently stroked the Communication Talisman.

—Li Tao.

He's really a good catch; if I give him up, I'll miss him a bit.

Because as long as I am willing—

He will dedicate his life to me.

But never mind.

"Second Senior Brother said he hopes I cultivate well and stop playing low-level tea games."

"Though I don't know what tea games are, I inexplicably understand his meaning."

Fu Caier recalled Wu Xiaode's attitude toward Li Tao and realized he was quite kind to this Junior Brother.

Therefore, as a wife following her husband, on matters concerning Li Tao, I should stand on the same side as him.

With this thought.

Fu Caier pressed her hand onto the talisman, speaking calmly:

"Fifth Senior Brother, no need to collect resources for me anymore; please cultivate well."

In truth, I could say things like "You should cultivate too, don't worry about me," which would fascinate Li Tao more.

But it's unnecessary now.

He surely wouldn't like me doing this.

I have ridden the dragon, about to ascend into the Azure Clouds—

Why continue entangling with small fish and shrimp?

Fu Caier made her decision swiftly:

"If you manage to get the pills, keep them for yourself, as I already have plenty."

"One more thing."

"—Don't seek me out again; my heart already belongs to someone."

"Farewell, Fifth Senior Brother."

She released the talisman to fly away.

Furthermore.

If possible in the future, I should mend my relationship with Song Qingsi.

The Qingcheng Sword Sect's Sect Leader represents immense benefits and opportunities; if we become sisters, I would directly stand at the peak of power in the Cultivation World!

Fu Caier planned her matters thoroughly, clear and distinct, standing up and stepping out of the prohibition, preparing to shop for some daily necessities.

After all, I'm about to enter seclusion; everything must be prepared.

She left the sect, flew to the marketplace, and began an extensive shopping spree.

While buying a Taoist robe in a clothing store, a handsome young man suddenly appeared beside her.

"Friend, I've been watching you from over there, and I think you're very special."

"Could we exchange Communication Talismans?"

The handsome young man spoke courteously, his face slightly flushed.

Fu Caier glanced at him.

—A typical innocent puppy.

Looking at his attire and accessories, all are quality goods.

If hooked, it would be another source of resources.

"No, sorry."

Fu Caier returned a bow, polite yet resolute.

—I must not allow any rift between Second Senior Brother and myself.

I must hold on to this path of Azure Clouds!

"Ah, is that so, my apologies." The handsome young man retreated awkwardly.

After he left, Fu Caier continued leisurely choosing her Taoist robe.

Speaking of, it's been a long time since I've come out alone.

Safety is also an issue.

After pondering for a while, she spoke:

"Shopkeeper, please go to the market's Guard Station and arrange for six Golden Core cultivators to escort me back to the sect later."

"Six Golden Cores? That won't be cheap," the shopkeeper replied.

"Also, two Nascent Souls; here's the deposit, thank you."

"Alright, alright!"

...

On the other side.

The changes in the situation immediately manifested on Wu Xiaode.

Lines of small bronze text floated before his eyes:

"You and Fu Caier have passed the current destiny node."

"Due to your actions, Fu Caier's next destiny node is starting to become somewhat unachievable."

"You will suffer a backlash of destiny."

Wu Xiaode was stunned.

——It's messed up already?

I didn't do anything, just gave her the opportunity that originally belonged to her.

Right.

What is Fu Caier's next destiny node?

It seems when she was cultivating at the back mountain, the sect disciples ignored her, and she ended up meeting a cultivator from another sect at the market and made a friend.

Later it turned out that cultivator was the new generation Saint Heir of the Demon Sect.

This Saint Heir always admired her and silently provided her with various cultivation resources, protecting her.

——I didn't stop this from happening.

It clearly had nothing to do with me, so why should I suffer the backlash?

This isn't fair!

Wu Xiaode grumbled internally but couldn't stop line upon line of small bronze text from appearing:

"The current destiny backlash has been completed."

"Your destiny node has descended into a deeper darkness, manifesting you a destiny identity:"

"Malicious Supporting Character."

"Description: Whatever you do will be seen as having malicious intent; any bad thing that happens will be thought to have been done by you; your efforts will all be ridiculed."

"This will start in one hour and last for three days!"

This is terrible.

I must immediately enter seclusion!

——Isolate from the outside world, and emerge only after three days.

With one hour left, Wu Xiaode sped towards the sect's Council Pavilion and directly took out his waist token and placed it on the table.

"True Disciple Wu Xiaode, requesting seclusion and to exchange for a seclusion cave mansion to break through to the Nascent Soul realm."

The elder smiled, glanced at him, verified the waist token, and casually placed a small flag in front of Wu Xiaode, not forgetting to tease him:

"You need to raise your cultivation quickly, or else the pressure will be too great after marrying Song Qingsi."

Wu Xiaode picked up the small flag and said gratefully, "Thank you, Elder."

The sect has many Grotto Heavens available for seclusion.

This elder directly gave Wu Xiaode the most spiritually rich, strictly restricted, and best environment Grotto Heaven.

"No need to be polite. If you marry Song Qingsi, it'll also be an honor for the sect—now go."

The elder said.

Wu Xiaode cupped his hands briefly, then shot up into the sky.

Ten minutes later.

He arrived amidst the creek in the valley.

He raised the array flag and waved it—

The void parted, revealing a vibrant and spirited small world of Grotto Heaven.

Wu Xiaode leaped in, waved the flag, and closed off the Grotto Heaven.

One hour passed.

A few disciples came hurriedly carrying a stretcher.

They waved another small flag, opened the Grotto Heaven, and shouted:

"Second Senior Brother!"

"What is it?" Wu Xiaode asked.

"A junior brother is poisoned by a peculiar toxin and can only be healed in this Grotto Heaven; the elder sent us to bring him in!"

"Alright!" Wu Xiaode said.

As soon as he agreed, whispers among the disciples outside ensued:

"Second Senior Brother agreed so easily?"

"We're delaying his breakthrough to the Nascent Soul realm, he must be displeased, everyone be careful, perhaps he'll find an excuse to punish us."

"Indeed, his strength is terrifying."

"He's surely prepared to deal with us, everyone."

As the crowd discussed, they suddenly saw the Grotto Heaven open and a stream of light soared up into the sky.

"Saving lives is more urgent, I'll leave the Grotto Heaven to you!"

Wu Xiaode's voice came from afar.

All the disciples were stunned.

They didn't expect Second Senior Brother to just leave!

They opened their mouths but couldn't speak any more targeted words.

——I've given you the Grotto Heaven, what else do you have to say?

Who knew at this time, the disciple on the stretcher tilted his head and died on the spot.

"Oh no! He's dead!"

"Second Senior Brother must have seen something and didn't want to help save him, so he ran!"

"Alas, couldn't make it in time!"

"If Second Senior Brother had opened the Grotto Heaven sooner, perhaps he could have been saved, Second Senior Brother must have done it on purpose!"

The crowd babbled on.

Wu Xiaode could no longer hear their conversation.

——He knew well the terrors of the Law of Destiny, and as soon as he left the Grotto Heaven, he flew straight towards the northern part of the Fuyun Sect.

Northern Fuyun Sect is bitterly cold, desolate, and has been rarely visited since ancient times.

Heading in this direction, as long as I don't run into anyone, I'm safe!

He flew for about two hours, and the snow plains gradually came into view ahead.

"Great."

Wu Xiaode said joyfully.

——Reaching the snow plains, the chances of being encountered by others are low!

He was reveling in relief.

Suddenly, two cultivators emerged ahead, blocking his way.

"Kid, hand over everything on you, and Tao Master might consider leaving you a whole corpse!"

One shouted.

——Judging by their fluctuations, they are both Nascent Soul Late Stage.

Sadly——

Just as he opened his mouth, Wu Xiaode had already completed a hand gesture.

He struck with his most powerful technique—

Poison World Devastating God·Yanfuti Bingbo!

This was a magical evil spirit technique even Evil Demons must cautiously respond to!

The two disappeared from the sky.

Without even looking at the result, Wu Xiaode fully ran his spiritual power, flying towards the deeper barren snow plains.