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In the end, Li Ye still agreed to his invitation.

Through subtle hints, he learned from Rong Yuewei that the chapters of "Strange Tales" were considered secrets, even forbidden, within the Bitter Journey Academy.

Not everyone could study them.

Yet Li Ye knew that the complete stories from Strange Tales were unusually clear in his mind.

Unexpectedly, after he formed his Golden Core, memories from before his crossing suddenly manifested in this way, perhaps bringing him considerable help.

With this thought, he followed Rong Yuewei forward.

Qingyun Road appeared once again.

This time, only seven steps were taken into it.

The mist before him instantly dispersed.

Suddenly, clarity unfolded.

The mist cleared to reveal an endless stretch of ancient, wooden architecture, each building distinct, exquisitely crafted like models made by master artisans for display.

Further away was a lake where the sky and water seemed to merge into one, the sky so pure it was indescribable, with Spiritual Power forming scattered glowing orbs gently floating around.

Many seemingly lazy Demon Spirits lived there.

Such as stones that jumped, small trees with leaves forming robes, upright walking turtles…

Honestly, this scene seemed a bit childish even in a world of Spirit Beasts and Monsters.

Those Demon Spirits were indeed Demon Spirits.

Yet...

Their power was very weak.

So weak that it could even be said they had no power, maintained only by the slightly pure spirituality sustaining them.

For a Cultivator like Li Ye.

If he wished, just a slight sweep of his Divine Sense could cause the Demon Spirits' strength to collapse, unable even to maintain their existence.

"Such weak Demon Spirits."

Li Ye watched the carefree Demon Spirits, "Is the ability of the Holy Books to enlighten spiritual intelligence so strong, that all things can be born spiritually sensitive?"

A kind female voice came from nearby:

"Would the young friend, who understands the empathy between heaven and earth, have the idea of studying Holy Books at Bitter Journey Academy? Once one path is understood, all paths could be understood. Fellow Daoist Suoxing once lectured on agriculture at the Academy."

"If the young friend desires, I could write a recommendation letter for you."

"When the young friend recites Holy Books then, it could indeed cause many Demon Spirits to be born, which would also be a merit for you."

"..."

Why is it that every time I arrive somewhere new, someone tries to poach me.

Li Ye had become quite calm about this.

He looked in the direction of the voice, his eyebrows slightly moving.

"Greetings, senior!"

In the distance was a kind woman wearing a white-gold cassock, adorned with a jeweled crown and necklaces, with a halo behind her head, resembling a Bodhisattva from the Buddhist Sect.

Just being watched by her seemed to clear one's mind of distracting thoughts.

[Name]: World-Viewing Pure Willow · Guan Yanzai

[Mood]: Calm.

[State]: A Willow Demon Spirit born in the Observing World Hall from the Demon Spirit Inn at the Self-Suffering Travel Academy, enlightened by Scriptures recited by Confucian Scholars of the Hongdao Realm, possessing the powers of both Confucianism and the Buddhist Path.

Additionally, she received enlightenment from the Purifying Bottle Spirit Water bestowed by a Bodhisattva.

[Binding Possible]: Spirit of the scriptures from Wu Chao.

Ha.

That name, even after enlightenment, still requires the scriptures from Wu Chao?

Li Ye quickly realized this indeed was an impressive figure, at least Nascent Soul level in the power he perceived.

He was just about to speak when she looked at his chest, a hint of puzzlement in her tone:

"Young friend seems to carry a compassionate power."

"That is... the power of generosity."

"And it seems to hold the fragrance of lotus."

Li Ye smiled faintly.

"The power senior senses should be from my unremarkable Spirit Pet, just a tiny bit of power, it needn't concern you."

His tone was very calm, as if it were merely an unremarkable matter.

Guan Yanzai found this young friend quite interesting upon hearing this.

If this counted as an unremarkable matter, then the things she's witnessed over her long years would truly pale in comparison.

It seemed like True Man Suoxing was once so spirited as well.

Recalling past events, the smile on her face grew even clearer, "You are right, young friend. Mr. Sui is waiting, please follow me."

Rong Yuewei had long vanished somewhere unknown.

Only she remained leading the way, soon arriving at an ancient and elegant pavilion.

A Confucian Scholar, appearing excessively young like a teenager, was seated there, with Lv Qingge standing by, eyes cast down, not even looking up as Li Ye approached.

It was the young Confucian Scholar who raised his head.

Without any small talk, he spoke directly:

"Presumably, you already suspect—the suspicion that the Demon Spirits of the Inn committed this treasonous act, coincidentally mirrors the thoughts of some gentlemen at the Academy."

"But I am not willing to prove anything."

"If this is a crime they wish to pin on me, why prove it myself?"

His words were clearly directed at Lv Qingge, whose face showed a trace of embarrassment, wanting to say something yet not daring to speak.

"Ahem."

Li Ye cleared his throat softly.

He first bowed, "Senior Di Sui, you should know my views—I've been instructed by my sect to come, I really don't wish to get entangled in these struggles and conflicts.

I already have a method.

Please take a look, senior.

The wintersweet on his Taoist Robe immediately detached, bouncing onto the table. Under the gaze of two Demon Spirits and two Human Race Cultivators, it shivered for quite a while before calming down.

Guan Yanzai, with great interest, spoke: