39: High quality and low price, first-class service, top enjoyment?

Time flies.

In the blink of an eye, another half a month had passed.

One day, Mo Fan stretched and climbed out of bed, feeling refreshed.

Although he still had nightmares every day and was chased by the Red-Clothed Female Ghost.

But after half a month of adjustment.

Through Mo Fan's repeated psychological suggestions, he was finally able to exert some control over his dreams.

Although he was still some distance away from fighting back against the Red-Clothed Female Ghost.

But at least he wasn't afraid anymore.

He could even occasionally tease the Red-Clothed Female Ghost.

"Hehe, just you wait, I'll show you what's what in a while!"

While brushing his teeth, Mo Fan hummed a couple of times.

"I just don't know if this Red-Clothed Female Ghost has anything to do with Lin Yiyi—"

Mo Fan frowned, feeling somewhat puzzled.

"They look alike, but they feel different.

"The most important thing is, what is she after by doing this?"

Mo Fan was baffled and eventually just shook his head, deciding not to overthink it.

"Forget it, I'll just try my best to stay away from her."

After brushing his teeth, Mo Fan habitually checked his attribute panel.

[Name: Mo Fan]

[Cultivation: Body Tempering Fifth Level (+)]

[Cultivation Technique: Basic Body Tempering Art]

[Martial Skill: Vajra Fist - Body Tempering Scroll, Golden Body Art (Entry Level)]

[Storage Space: 1 cubic meter]

[Available attribute points: 19]

"The last assessment rewarded me with 6 Spirit Stones. After absorbing them, I've saved up 19 attribute points.

"The next point increase only requires 21 attribute points.

"Just a little bit more—

"In another half a month, it'll be November. Once I receive the subsidized Spirit Stones, my cultivation will be able to Breakthrough to the Body Tempering Sixth Level!"

Thinking of this, Mo Fan became a bit happy.

"The cultivation progress of the Golden Body Art is also going quite smoothly, much faster than expected. It might even Breakthrough in half a month.

"By then, combined with the Body Tempering Sixth Level cultivation, I'll not only easily pass the promotion assessment but also avoid drawing too much attention. It's killing multiple birds with one stone!"

Compared to passing the promotion assessment at the Body Tempering Fifth Level.

Body Tempering Sixth Level is somewhat more normal.

Although it still seems very Genius.

But it's at least within the realm of understanding.

This way, not only will it not cause unnecessary trouble, but I might even be valued by the higher-ups and obtain more cultivation resources.

Having thought this far, Mo Fan made up his mind.

"Once my cultivation breaks through to the Body Tempering Sixth Level and the Golden Body Art reaches the first level, I'll immediately apply for the promotion assessment!

"After becoming an Outer Sect Disciple, I'll have more channels to earn Spirit Stones and improve myself faster!"

While thinking, Mo Fan finished washing up, tidied his clothes a bit, and headed out.

Just like last month.

There was still a half-day holiday in the middle of this month.

Mo Fan's half-day off was scheduled for the morning.

After having a simple breakfast outside, Mo Fan hurried back home, intending to return and Cultivate the Golden Body Art.

There was no helping it.

He was used to being self-disciplined.

He felt uncomfortable if he didn't grind for a day.

However, halfway there, he suddenly changed his mind and turned toward the marketplace halfway up the mountain.

"I used to go at night.

"I'll try during the day this time.

"Maybe I'll find something good?"

With that thought, Mo Fan quickened his pace.

In fact, ever since he discovered the Golden Body Art at the marketplace.

Mo Fan would occasionally take time to go to the marketplace and try his luck.

Unfortunately, apart from that accident with the Golden Body Art, he never had such good luck again.

The old man who sold the Secret Manual had also vanished, and Mo Fan never saw him again.

Left with no choice, Mo Fan could only Cultivate the Golden Body Art step by step.

As he walked, Mo Fan began to ponder.

"The training at the Alchemy Hall has also entered the second stage. Alchemy Dao knowledge isn't difficult to learn—

"Liu Jian's impression of me shouldn't be bad. Maybe the path of the Alchemy Dao will work out in the future.

"Once I'm promoted to an Outer Sect Disciple, maybe he'll directly take me as his Disciple.

"After all, Outer Sect Disciples are considered the true Disciples of Yuxu Academy.

"As long as I become an Outer Sect Disciple, he won't have any reservations, it's just—"

Thinking of this, Mo Fan frowned.

He thought of Lin Yiyi.

Lin Yiyi's talent in the Alchemy Dao was terrifyingly strong.

She had also drawn Liu Jian's attention.

Mo Fan reckoned that Lin Yiyi was likely also eyeing Liu Jian and might eventually become his Disciple as well.

Mo Fan had always kept a respectful distance from Lin Yiyi, who was hiding her cultivation and lurking in Yuxu Academy.

Although she hadn't shown any hostility.

It's just that now—

"Forget it, let nature take its course.

"It doesn't matter even if Lin Yiyi and I are in the same sect in the future.

"As long as I don't get involved in her business, there shouldn't be a problem... right?"

Mo Fan shook his head.

He decided not to avoid the cure for fear of the disease.

After all, the path of the Alchemy Dao was also very important.

Once I grow into an excellent Alchemist.

I naturally won't be short of Spirit Stones.

When there's no shortage of Spirit Stones, attribute points will come pouring in.

With many attribute points, won't his cultivation soar?

Once his cultivation is high enough, he naturally won't have to worry so much.

Before long, Mo Fan arrived at the marketplace.

Compared to the evening, the foot traffic at the marketplace during the day was much lighter.

Of course, even so.

The vendors were still tirelessly hawking their wares.

"Buns, fresh out of the oven buns—" A bun shop.

"Talismans! Talismans for sale! Nether-Connecting Talisman! Illusion-Breaking Talisman! Blasting Talisman! Vajra Talisman! We have everything! With a Talisman in hand, the world is mine!" A Talisman shop.

"High quality and low price, first-class service, complete packages, top-tier enjoyment, multi-person roleplay is also available, come in and have fun, handsome~" A street corner.

Listening to the familiar shouting, the corners of Mo Fan's mouth curled up slightly as he concentrated his mind to begin identification.

Perhaps because he had been fighting the dreams recently, Mo Fan's cultivation hadn't increased, but his Mental Energy had improved quite a bit.

Previously, after fifty or sixty consecutive identifications, he would be dizzy and exhausted.

But now, he could do over a hundred identifications before that happened!

His identification efficiency had greatly increased, and before long, Mo Fan had identified all the noteworthy items.

Unfortunately, there was still no harvest this time.

Forget about finding bargains!

Ninety percent of the stuff in this damn place was fake!

It was already good enough just to see something normal!

"Forget it, I'd better go back and Cultivate the Golden Body Art honestly!"

Mo Fan looked up at the sky speechlessly, planning to Cultivate with his feet on the ground.

Just then, his phone rang.

[Dear little sister, please don't cry—]

The incoming call was from his daughter.

Mo Fan frowned and answered the phone.

Soon, Mo Yingying's excited voice came from the other end.

"Dad, I'm coming back soon!"

"When is 'soon'?" Mo Fan's face darkened.

This girl had been out for a whole month.

"Do you still have your father in your eyes?

"Lonely old people need companionship the most, okay!

"A month, at most one more month and I'll be back!

"Waaa, Dad, don't be angry. I really want to go home too, but the beast tide here hasn't ended yet, and I can't leave the base right now..."

"I told you not to run around, now you know you were wrong?" Mo Fan felt like hitting someone.

"I know I was wrong..." Mo Yingying said in a low voice.

"Don't run around after you come back this time. Go to school properly for me," Mo Fan said seriously.

On the other end of the phone, Mo Yingying nodded vigorously. "Okay, I'll listen to Dad. School it is!"

She indeed planned to return in a few days.

The Trial Mission arranged by Yuxu Academy had been completed.

Once she got back, as long as she cleared the Trial Tower.

She would be an Inner Sect Disciple of Yuxu Academy!

By then, she would be able to Cultivate in the same academy as her dad!

And as an Inner Sect Disciple, she would naturally become her dad's Senior Sister!

So, what kind of experience would it be for her dad to become her Junior Brother?

Just thinking about it, Mo Yingying found it amusing.

"Dad will definitely be so depressed he'll cough up blood, right? Hahaha—

"Sigh, I really want to go back now, but unfortunately, I've really run into a beast tide this time..."

Mo Yingying wanted to cry but had no tears.

"Alright then, stay safe over there, stay in the base and don't run around. Come back as soon as the beast tide is over.

"By the way, remember to find a strong Mercenary Group. Don't be stingy with money; safety first. Spend what you need to, and if you don't have enough, tell me.

"Alright, roaming is expensive, hanging up now."

After some instructions, Mo Fan hung up the phone and quickened his pace toward Yuxu Academy.

...

In the days that followed.

Mo Fan continued to work hard on cultivating the Golden Body Art and seriously studying Alchemy Dao knowledge.

In the blink of an eye, another ten days passed.

October 25th, Tuesday.

Inauspicious for slacking off, auspicious for self-discipline.

Under the dim light, Mo Fan slowly withdrew his aura, looking joyful.

He felt that he was not far from a Breakthrough.

"In five or six days at most, the Golden Body Art will be able to Breakthrough to the first level.

"By then, my combat strength will increase significantly, and dealing with ordinary Xiantian Martial Artists won't be a problem.

"Once the November Spirit Stone subsidy is issued, I'll immediately apply for the promotion assessment!"

Mo Fan grinned, revealing a row of white teeth. "The future is promising!"

...

The back mountain of the Spirit Herb Garden.

Amidst the chirping of insects and birds.

Under an Ancient Banyan Tree.

A slender dark figure appeared silently and then vanished just as silently.

A moment later, Lin Yiyi's figure appeared on the back mountain.

She walked straight to the Ancient Banyan Tree, scanned the dense leaves intently, and finally reached out her slender fingers to pluck one of the leaves before turning to leave.