Diligence System: From Servant to Martial King-Chapter 412 - 291: Joining the Candle Sect, Sudden Rise in Status, Elder Candidate, Inheriting an Estate!
Shi Yufei came from a poor background and stepped into the Martial Arts world due to a stroke of luck. After enduring many hardships and tasting the bitterness of life, he achieved his current success. He often felt self-pity and lamented the difficulties of his journey. His background has become an obstacle to his future.
He saw Li Xian face honor and disgrace without surprise, showing a remarkable disposition. Moreover, the "Broken Demon Spear" was quite impressive, and he had a deep connection with the Candle Sect. Chu Liu, with her sharp eye, looked down on Li Xian. However, he found him likable and vaguely recalled past experiences, willing to offer support and assistance.
He said, "Actually... not only does Venerable Chu have a Candle Order, but I also have one."
Turning his palm, a black token lay quietly in his hand.
Li Xian had already guessed that Chief Shi wanted to recruit him into the Candle Sect. He pondered, "I have already joined the Flower Cage Sect, and entering the Candle Sect is not impossible. Although I have reached the Martial Arts Second Realm, I do not have the ability to develop independently. I must first seek survival, then other things."
He remained silent.
Shi Yufei said, "However, my Candle Order is far inferior to Venerable Chu’s Candle Order. The Flower Cage Sect is at a low status within the Candle Sect. If you look at this Candle Order, you’ll see a ’flower’ motif on the back, indicating its origin and who gave it. With this Candle Order, when you encounter other members of the Candle Sect in the future, they will recognize your origin from the Flower Cage Sect and inevitably look down on you."
Li Xian smiled and said, "I never mind ridicule or disdain."
Shi Yufei nodded, "How could I not know that?"
"I see that your Broken Demon Spear is well-mastered, and I have long decided to bring you in. I delayed giving you the Candle Order to see if there would be any changes. Perhaps Venerable Chu might change her mind and give you an Order?"
"It would certainly be better to receive an Order from Venerable Chu."
"I received the news today, and the dust has settled. Hence, I came."
Li Xian said, "Chief Shi regards me highly, and I am flattered. Venerable Chu has a keen eye and her own considerations. Though I’m regretful, I can only blame my lack of ability for not catching her attention."
Shi Yufei laughed, "With this Order from the Candle Sect, it’s a pity that my status in the sect is very low, and it’s hard to learn advanced Martial Arts. You have already started higher than me, so I’d like to see how far you can go."
Li Xian took the token and tucked it into his sleeve, feeling a bit dazed, "So I am joining the Candle Sect now? The Candle Sect... a forbidden Demon Sect, having joined the Flower Cage Sect first, then the Candle Sect, aren’t I becoming a wicked villain? The future is hard to predict."
Shi Yufei added, "Among the people in the large Water Altar, there are only five from the Candle Sect. Me, Yan Hao, Ye Cheng, Hao Greensnake... and now you."
"Candle Sect identity must not be leaked. Otherwise, one would face death. Hmm... I am not like Venerable Chu and have little to offer you. Candle Sect martial arts, even I have little access to them, let alone the qualifications to pass them on."
"How about this, I give you two bee farms and a fruit orchard?"
Li Xian was taken aback, "Chief Shi, isn’t this gift too generous?"
Shi Yufei chuckled, "What’s this worth? You should know that had Venerable Chu chosen you, wealth and glory, reaching the pinnacle would be highly possible. I can only offer you some worldly assets, which are much less significant."
Li Xian thought that Shi Yufei had already planned it out, granting the Candle Order to recruit him and bestowing assets for care – all pre-decided. Refusal would be futile, and these assets are indeed very useful. His Martial Arts and sideline improvements required a foundation of wealth.
So he accepted it directly. 𝒇𝙧𝙚𝓮𝔀𝓮𝒃𝙣𝓸𝒗𝒆𝒍.𝙘𝒐𝒎
Shi Yufei said, "Even though you join the Candle Sect, you come from the Flower Cage Sect. You should strive hard to improve your status within the sect. Elder Tong Sannian has passed, and the elder position is vacant. If suitable, you could fill it."
Li Xian exclaimed, "Chief Shi, isn’t this too fast?"
Shi Yufei laughed, "Is it fast? Shan Guyun, at a young age, is already on the Human List. Your talent and disposition are commendable; work hard. Moreover... our Flower Cage Sect needs to promote a figurehead to rally support."
"By the way, does that girl listen to you?"
Referring to Nangong Liuli.
Li Xian said, "She is quite stubborn, but I’ve tamed her a bit." Shi Yufei laughed, "Good, good. You carry on, I have other matters to attend to." He turned and left.
Li Xian held the Candle Order, lost in thought for a long time. Having been at the Water Altar for over a month, so many changes occurred quickly.
"Joining the Candle Sect, Chief Shi will surely nurture me. This is both a blessing and a curse. My ties to the Flower Cage Sect run deep. I might even become an elder in the future. Well, let’s take it one step at a time."
In this manner, Tong Sannian’s legacy fell to Li Xian. Shi Yufei had another plan in mind. The fruit orchard and bee farms were unsuitable for anyone else. If he kept them, Han Zisha, An Weicheng... and others would continuously watch, wanting to claim them. By giving them to Li Xian, although it would lead to dissatisfaction, it served as a form of training.
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[Skill Level +1]
[Skill Level +1]
[Broken Demon Spear]
[Skill Level: 1639/15000 Great Success]
Li Xian’s spear techniques were ghostly, the spear moving with his body, spinning rapidly. The Residual Demon Map was engraved in his heart, with the depictions transforming into spear moves and Spear Momentum. Names of moves like Grass-Scaring Demon, Gut-Slicing, Defeated Raven Moon, Desolate Village Ruined Temple—focused more on meaning than on form. He suddenly had an epiphany, thrusting a spear straight out, and from the painting, he realized a new move "Panic-stricken".
Practicing spear techniques in the morning, he sweated all over and then circulated his internal organs, calming his qi-blood and steadying his mind. Nangong Liuli brought ’white porridge’ and ’salty vegetables’, smiling, "Dear brother, it’s time to eat."
The two lived together for over a month, becoming very close. Gradually, their residence accumulated grains. Although Nangong Liuli had never done household chores before, she started cooking porridge, learned to make a few dishes, wash clothes, and manage household affairs. Li Xian joked with her after finishing the white porridge, suddenly saying, "Sister Liuli, do you want to go out and have some fun today?"
