Turns out I'm a Great Cultivator
Chapter 570: Winning the Lottery Without Having to Buy a Winning Ticket
The assimilation of the white tiger into Shi Tuqin's body made him feel boundless hope for his future. The darkness around him disappeared and he found himself in a pure white world.
“One stays! I must eliminate all evil. That's where my Heart Dao is, how can I let evil take over me? muttered Shi Tuqin. His eyes glowed continuously. “I will never find any reason not to be able to control myself. I will win over all evil. Don't even think of turning me into a monster!”
The blood-red fog around him slowly disappeared and so did the redness in his eyes. He stopped trembling and became a picture of calmness. He raised both his hands in the form of white tiger claws and rubbed his face with them. “Thank you, Small White.”
The other demons continued to stare at those two words. Although it was only a piece of paper with two words split in the middle with a black line, in the eyes of their minds, they saw the entire world of—the world with unimaginable breadth. The world is made up of good and evil, but who are they to talk about this? They have traveled between light and dark for so long. However, after this incident, their mood lifted!
What they were experiencing was clearly the Purification of the Wisdom Heart! A person's mood is an ever-changing phenomenon, no one can describe their mood clearly. Sometimes, the mood is even ignored but everyone understands the importance of being in a good mood. It could even be said that controlling one's mood was one of the basic foundations of training
One could only attain high Wisdom with a good mood and determination. Otherwise, one can easily get lost in the infinite Wisdom and be possessed by evil, losing both soul and body. Similarly, in the face of illusions, the strength or weakness of the mood will be the deciding factor of how things will end.
It is common knowledge that one needs to exercise their emotions before exercising their physical body. But it's easier said than done. It's easy to praise the benefits of practicing but how many can actually survive for years? Li Nianfan's paper caused the crowd to sink into their moods as they conducted self-reflection, causing them to level up and giving them a basis for further training.
The experience was too rare, one could only hope that one would be lucky enough to find this kind of transformation in his life.
However, this transformation happened in such a calm way that they found it hard to believe whether it was actually happening. No one would believe their story if they told it.
This must be an advantage of being near the experts. With wine to drink, fruit to eat, and words to say—all of these could be opportunities for transformation.
If possible, they want to become clothes on the backs of experts, leading a normal life.
Li Nianfan saw that Shi Tuqin was slowly returning to normal and a smile appeared on his face.
It worked! All the things he said and all the words he wrote were psychological tactics.
First, he instilled the idea of kindness and so on, then he asked her what kind of person she wanted to be. Lastly, he wrote the words ‘baik’ and ‘evil’—anyone who is sane will selectively stare at the word ‘baik’ and in this state, he said, the person will enter a state of self hypnosis with only the word ‘baik’. ‘ in their mind. From there, they will be able to control themselves.
A simple, yet very useful technique in bringing out one's pent-up potential. Shi Tuqin looked towards Li Nianfan and said sincerely, “Thank you for your counseling, Saint.”
Li Nianfan smiled indifferently and waved his hand. “No need to thank me. It's all you, You're the one who managed to keep your rationality. ”
Daji nodded at Shi Tuqin and melted his legs.
Shi Tuqin looked at Li Nianfan again, biting his lips, and kneeling on the ground. “Lord Saint, I humbly ask to learn calligraphy from you. I'm not minding being your study waitress as long as I can stay by your side. ”
Crowd silent. Some of them gasped and looked towards Li Nianfan and Shi Tuqin, alternating their gazes between the two anxiously. They could not help but admire Shi Tuqin for his bravery.
Practicing with experts? This is the dream of many. It would be an exaggeration to say it would be easier for b*bi to fly than his request granted. He's too greedy. Then again, one has to create opportunities for oneself instead of waiting for them to happen. Nothing would happen if someone did not take their life. The eyes of the Mosquito Cultivator and the Flying Whale were wide in shock. They did not dare to breathe.
Studying calligraphy? A waiter studying? To be honest, they enjoy doing anything - even collecting garbage at home - if it means they can stay on the expert side.
Although what the experts had shown them was only the tip of the iceberg, those two words contained all the Wisdom in the world and touched their hearts. Even high-level members of the Heavenly Realm could not resist temptation, much less the Chaos Daluo Golden Immortal.
If they learn calligraphy with experts, it is the same as being ‘the chosen’. Everyone was immersed in his own thoughts while waiting for Li Nianfan's reply.
Shi Tuqin continued to duck. There was still one tear drop in her long eyelashes. She looked as fragile as a flower that survived through the lightning-weak and helpless storm. “You learned calligraphy from me? How about your training?” li Nianfan asked in confusion.
Shi Tuqin nodded his head and answered him anxiously, “Yes, I want to learn calligraphy from you and forget about my training. Please, accept my request, Master Saint. ”
Li Nianfan muttered something quietly and his eyes suddenly flashed lightly.
Shi Tuqin used to train under the Legendary Beast Sect, but now he had lost his bound demon through his own sacrifice to protect it. It wasn't easy to come out unscathed from that trauma but needless to say, he would never return to his old training.
Moreover, even though he seemed like he had recovered from his shock, there was certainty of an emotional reaction in the future. Practicing calligraphy can strengthen the mind and body. Not only that, because of Li Nianfan's calligraphy he managed to suppress the evil in his heart. Putting all these factors together gave him a reason to want to learn calligraphy.
Li Nianfan did not mind having her as a learning servant but he was afraid that she would not be able to control herself and would hurt someone if she went berserk again. He was not sure he would be able to carry that burden.
Suddenly, they all fell silent again.
Shi Tuqin took a deep breath, not planning to retreat. She looked at Li Nianfan with her sad little eyes.
Just a few seconds ago, he begged for his own death. Compared to that, this is nothing. He clearly knew the only reason he could suppress the evil in his heart was because of Li Nianfan, and that he would sooner or later turn into a monster if he did not stay by his side.
He did this for himself, for Little White, and for revenge. He did not care how long he had to keep kneeling as long as he accepted it in the end.
Li Nianfan looked at Shi Tuqin's eyes deeply, as if he could feel all the emotions flowing through him. Finally, he let out a long sigh and said, “If that's the case, you can stay and learn calligraphy from me.”
Shi Tuqin was overjoyed. Tears of happiness flowed down his face. “Thank you, Holy Lord. Thank you!”
Li Nianfan was a little speechless at how easily the young girl in front of him could shed tears.
As for the many others, they could not trust their own ears. Jealousy burned on their faces as they directed their gaze towards Shi Tuqin.
“Like that?’
‘Isn't the expert too hasty?’
‘Did this girl save the world in her past life?’
Qin Manyun bit her lip. As envious as he was, tears almost came out of his eyes. He wished he had also taken the opportunity to kneel before Li Nianfan, and asked to remain by his side. As her emotions were riding on a roller coaster, she heard her name called.
“Nona Manyun,” says LI Nianfan.
“Ya yes?” He trembled in fear and quickly looked at Li Nianfan. “Did you call me, Mr Li?” he asked confusedly.
He did this as a guarantee. He knew calligraphy alone would not be enough to suppress the evil in Shi Tuqin's heart, so he wanted Qin Manyun's music to act as a backup. After all, it is better to over-prepare than under-prepare. The combination will ensure the safety of everyone.
Li Nianfan's request was like music in Qin Manyun's ear. His brain started buzzing and his blood was rushing to his face. He felt like he was in cloud nine.
He finally knew what it was like to win the lottery without having to buy a winning ticket because it was handed into his hands by fate.
Shi Tuqin would stay on the expert side, and he would be by his side. It was similar to him staying on the expert side. Moreover, the expert would give him sheet music, it would not be superfluous if he asked for guidance from time to time.
He had dreamed of an opportunity like this since his first meeting with the expert. Life is good for him. He had no doubt he would smile in his sleep tonight.
“If you are not free, then ..” said Li Nianfan when he did not give him an answer. He was a little upset at the thought that he had to play his own music.
“I'm free, Mr. Li. I'm free! I would be more than happy to do that, ” Qin Manyun said, waking up from her daydream. He hoped he would answer sooner.
Li Nianfan smiled and nodded. “That's great!”
Shortly thereafter, the crowd dispersed.
Li Nianfan glanced at the calligraphy brush he was holding, gave it to Shi Tuqin, and said, “Now is the perfect time to start learning calligraphy. Why don't you draw the line first?”
Shi Tuqin nodded timidly and accepted the calligraphy brush.
However, his expression changed as soon as he held the calligraphy brush. He had to activate mana in order for his calligraphy brush not to fall off.
That's heavy! Very heavy! His face became red from exhaustion.
He only then realized the calligraphy brush, which emitted a dim light but otherwise looked very ordinary, was the Main Chaos Treasure! It felt as heavy as a mountain and he could feel the calligraphy brush holding it back, as if saying he was unworthy of using it.
He had no doubt he would have lost his hand had it not been for his experts, as this concerned the pride of the Supreme Chaos Treasure. A beginner who has no knowledge of calligraphy does not even deserve to touch a single brush of calligraphy.
Is this a test from the experts?
He took a deep breath and pointed it at his chest. He then concentrated all of the mana into his right hand and began to slowly inched towards the blank paper, trembling the entire time. Then, with great difficulty, little by little he managed to draw a line on the paper. Li Nianfan had been observing his every action ever since he received a calligraphy brush from him. He closed his lips and remained silent.
He meant to praise her, whatever the outcome. After all, this was his first time. As long as he didn't do it too badly, he deserved to be praised. However, he was unable to find anything commendable at all! He didn't think it would be appropriate if he were to directly criticize him.
He's really speechless.
There's something strange about the line. There's only one way to describe her-total noob!
Taking the example of the horizontal line he had just drawn, the difference between the thick and thin sections was too striking. The thin part is almost invisible while the thick part is more like a blob of ink— at the end of the line is a circle as big as the sun, attracting all the attention and almost making a hole in the paper.
If he had not seen it with his own eyes, he would have never believed someone could be this bad in calligraphy, he said,
“Nona Shi, have you studied calligraphy before?” ask Li Nianfan.
“Slightly...” replied Shi Tuqin weakly, his face as red as a tomato.
‘As it were! So brave of you to say that. He's not humble at all. He probably learned calligraphy from a sports teacher,’ thought Li Nianfan.
“Let me teach you how to hold the correct calligraphy brush first,” Li Nianfan said resignedly.
“First, put your index finger here. Don't be nervous, just relax. Your grip should not be too tight or too loose.”.
Time passes quickly.
Li Nianfan was in the courtyard, enjoying his pampering treatment of Daji and Fire Phoenix. From time to time, he would give guidance to Shi Tuqin while listening to Qin Manyun play the zither. Life is good.
The blue sky turned black and somewhere in Chaos, a silver spiritual boat pulsed with boundless light sailed across the sky.
On the deck stood a handsome man wearing a black silk robe. His thick eyebrows and clear and bright eyes gave him a heroic demeanor. Even his breathing sounded like a mantra, in and out. He really is an amazing man.
He stood at Chaos, as if the entire starry sky should pave the way for him. Suddenly, a white-haired, white-bearded old man, dressed in a white robe, came out of the spiritual boat and gave a golden brocade box to the handsome man.
“Baginda, Nine-Tiered Chaos Golden Core has finished,” said the old man.
The handsome man received the box and opened it. Inside was a round medicinal pill. The pill looked like it was surrounded by a golden circle. The handsome man smiled with satisfaction.
“The color looks good, Elder. Your medicinal skills are amazing. Besides you don't make me regret having accepted you, ” said the handsome man.
The old man smiled bitterly and said, “I don't deserve your praise, Sire.”
The handsome man turned his eyes in confusion. “How long until we reach the Area of the Gods?”
Immediately, a servant came and placed a star map in front of him. The star map suddenly reflected the star field in that area.
“Emperor, this is the Area of the Gods. We still need time.”
The eyes of the handsome man turned dark. “Increase the speed! I can't wait to check it out. I want to see for myself whether the Area of the Gods is as grand as they say. ”
Suddenly, the old man standing behind him trembled violently. His pupils narrowed, showing the shock and confusion he felt.