Cultivation Simulator: Starting From The Empress' Palace

Zuoqiu Yiren merely raised her hand, and with a ripple in the void, stepped forward, with Chen Mo following closely behind.

In the next moment, the two found themselves several miles away on Purple Sky Peak.

Compared to Merak Peak, Purple Sky Peak neither had the shimmering thousand-foot waterfall nor the tangled pines, nor did it stand as straight as a sword.

On the mountain peak were crisscrossed fields of medicinal herbs, filled with various precious spirit medicines and treasure medicines.

Every ten meters along the paths stood a large tree full of lush leaves, bearing tender fruits.

The air was filled with a light floral and fresh scent.

As the two walked toward the medicinal fields, a large array suddenly manifested from the void, blocking Zuoqiu Yiren’s path.

Zuoqiu Yiren took out the Merak Peak Master Token and made contact with the array. After a few moments, a portal large enough for an adult appeared.

Zuoqiu Yiren entered: ”This is Purple Sky Peak, one of the eight medicinal fields of the Shenxiao Sect. The herbs for both the Inner and Outer Sects are harvested here. Only with an Elder Token and a Direct Disciple Token can one enter. Once inside, any number of harvested herbs must be reported. If any are found unreported after collection, all eight fields will be prohibited in the future, and the sect will impose penalties.”

”So as long as they’re reported, can you pick them at will?” Chen Mo asked.

”Of course not, it also requires points. However, Inner Sect Elders and Direct Disciples only need one-tenth of the usual points to exchange.” Zuoqiu Yiren said.

”Sigh, I’ve somehow ended up in this position despite being a Direct Disciple of my master on the Canglan Continent,” Chen Mo said.

Hearing this, Zuoqiu Yiren turned to look at Chen Mo: ”Is there a difference between an Elder’s and a Sect Leader’s Direct Disciple and a sect’s Direct Disciple?

An Elder’s or Sect Leader’s Direct Disciple only gets resources from that Elder or Sect Leader’s cultivation, while a sect’s Direct Disciple gets the full backing of the sect’s resources. The treatment differs.”

Seeing Chen Mo puzzled, Zuoqiu Yiren provided further clarification, saying: ”For example, now that I’m teaching you, in a way, you’re considered my Direct Disciple. I can only use my resources to train you, not the sect’s.”

Understanding this, Chen Mo realized that being personally taught one-on-one by an Elder makes one a Direct Disciple recognized solely by that Elder, and only when acknowledged by the entire sect does one become a true Direct Disciple.

Therefore, he, despite being Xuan Yuan’s (Lin Su Ya’s) Direct Disciple, was not as significant as Long Xiaoyao.

”And what about Senior Sister?”

”Even though your Senior Sister is the Sect Leader’s Direct Disciple, she is also a Direct Disciple recognized by the sect. Overall, there are two ways to become a sect-recognized Direct Disciple: having an Immortal Body, which grants automatic recognition, or passing an assessment.” Zuoqiu Yiren said with a smile.

”What assessment?”

”For those without an Immortal Body, they can apply to go to the forbidden Shenxiao Peak and undergo the Celestial Thunder assessment. The Shenxiao Sect is founded on Thunder Techniques, so the focus is on whether one has talent in those techniques. Those who withstand five Celestial Thunders will be recognized by the sect and become the sixty-fifth Direct Disciple...”

Saying this, Zuoqiu Yiren seemed to guess Chen Mo’s intention and said: ”Shenxiao Peak was the seclusion place of the ancestor, capable of attracting thunder from the Ninth Heaven. The stronger one’s strength, the stronger the descending thunder. As there’s no protective array around, one can only rely on themselves to resist. Therefore, few pass the assessment.”

Hearing this, Chen Mo pursed his lips: ”The Direct Disciple’s assessment is so tough.”

”Of course, otherwise, do you think being a Direct Disciple is easy? I can only tell you that apart from Zhao Fujin, who temporarily seems weaker now, Long Xiaoyao is the weakest among the Direct Disciples. But you have an Immortal Body; after joining the Daoist Alliance and revealing your Immortal Body, you can naturally become the sixty-fifth Direct Disciple.” Zuoqiu Yiren said.

”Sister Yiren, how many Celestial Thunders did you withstand?” Chen Mo asked.

”Not a single one.”

”Hmm?”

”Your sister has an Immortal Body; why would I foolishly withstand Celestial Thunder? I’m not a masochist.” Zuoqiu Yiren rolled her eyes at Chen Mo.

”Oh right, almost forgot.”

”Forget it, silly you.” Zuoqiu Yiren flicked Chen Mo’s forehead through the air.

”Today, I brought you here to familiarize you with some common spirit and treasure medicines in Primordial Heaven so that you won’t embarrass yourself by not recognizing common herbs when you train outside the sect.”

As Chen Mo rubbed his forehead, a smile appeared on Zuoqiu Yiren’s face. Just as she was about to demonstrate her knowledge as a teacher by pointing at a flower with three-colored petals.

Chen Mo cut in: ”Three-Colored Fluorescent Spirit Flower, Initial Grade Treasure Medicine, is a main ingredient for refining the Profound Tier Basic Level Elixir, Intention Enlightenment Pill.”

Hearing this, Zuoqiu Yiren raised an eyebrow and then pointed to a herb that looked like a weed: ”What about this one?”

”Wind Shadow Grass, Middle Grade Spirit Medicine, can accelerate the recovery of True Qi after consumption.” Chen Mo answered one by one.

That’s right, last night, besides teasing Qianyi, he also simulated and chose ten days’ worth of experience in discerning various herbs.

So, this was nothing to him.

Zuoqiu Yiren was a bit annoyed.

Really, you know this too?

Although the book mentioned it, the illustrations were somewhat different.

During brewing, although you were shown many treasure medicines, they were all ingredients for Immortal Drunk, without specifying which was which.

Moreover, the ones she just pointed at had never appeared in brewing or alchemy before.

After that, she pointed at a dozen more herbs, and Chen Mo not only named them all but also explained their uses, and even mentioned which elixirs they could be used in.

Zuoqiu Yiren felt a bit frustrated.

This disciple is so smart, knows everything - what’s the point of having me as a teacher?

The reason Chen Mo stood out was because the simulation mentioned that Zuoqiu Yiren liked talented disciples, those who made her job easier.

This performance was bound to make things easier for her, right?

”Brewing, alchemy, and herbal recognition are basic skills that help you live well outside the sect. However, only powerful Divine Techniques can truly save your life in critical moments. So, I’ve decided to teach you the Basic Level of the Merak Flying Sword from tomorrow onwards—or rather, starting now.” Zuoqiu Yiren said.