Chapter 322
“Senior Sister, I have to admit, the foundation of our Jiu Shan Realm is quite shallow.”
“……”
Although Zheng Fa envisioned an ideal Jiu Shan Realm that was closer to the modern world, he wasn’t planning to forcefully impose that vision.
There was a fundamental difference between the cultivation civilization and modern civilization—under the condition of greatly extended lifespans, the Xuan Wei Realm truly exhibited a phenomenon where the older one got, the stronger one became!
Moreover… it seemed there was also a question of precedence. For instance, in the discussion of the Dao, it meant that if the predecessors had already taken a certain path, the later generations could only live in their shadows.
In the Xuan Wei Realm, archaeology was indeed the most important scientific activity…
He didn’t have much confidence that the people of Jiu Shan Realm could surpass the accumulation of several epochs in the Xuan Wei Realm out of thin air…
Even if they could, what reason did he have to not want it all?
“Are you suggesting that we use the methods of Jiu Shan Realm to study those ancient legacies? Just like that disciple of the Tian He Zun Zhe?”
Zhang Shijie said, realization dawning on her.
Indeed, Senior Sister understood his heart well!
“Xiao Yu Ying probably wouldn’t be too willing.”
Zhang Shijie frowned.
Zheng Fa nodded. Someone as proud as Xiao Yu Ying would find it one thing to receive treasures; after all, she was wealthy and didn’t take many of them seriously.
But when it came to being a tool for their own use, that was another matter entirely.
(End of this chapter)
**Chapter 299: The Deep Pit**
From the research process of the “Golden Core Project,” Zheng Fa could feel that the accumulation of Jiu Shan Sect was indeed lacking.
Among the four great arts of the immortal path, aside from talismans, which were somewhat impressive, the arts of weapon forging and pill refining were like blank slates.
As for formations, thanks to the old man’s talisman array techniques, they were barely passable, but still just amateur level.
Not to mention other more niche knowledge.
When Zhang Shijie had told him about the sixth of the Xuan Wei in the Bai Xian Alliance back then…
He knew he couldn’t trust the HR’s words during recruitment!
Now it seemed, the Xuan Wei’s sixth was about right.
As a junior still relying on the protection of the Bai Xian Alliance, the foundation of Jiu Shan Sect was evident…
He was in charge of the Jiu Shan Realm and was somewhat familiar with the assets of Jiu Shan Sect.
In simple terms, they didn’t lack for Yuanying-level legacies, but they weren’t abundant either.
Naturally, there were none at higher levels.
After all, the only ancestor among their predecessors who had anything to do with the transformation into a god had successfully cultivated into a personal artificial intelligence…
As for rare secret methods like external elixirs, he had only heard of them but never seen one.
Not to mention, Xiao Yu Ying, who was out there on her own, probably had more legacies and treasures than the entire Jiu Shan Sect combined.
Of course, this matter had to be discussed with Zhang Shijie and even their master.
“If we want to attract someone like Xiao Yu Ying, we need to open up some relatively confidential knowledge and research to her.”
Zheng Fa said to the old man and the others.
Uncle Pang, standing nearby, nodded slowly and said, “This person has exceptional cultivation, a deep background, and lacks for nothing in terms of treasures… we might have to present something substantial…”
“Is she absolutely necessary?” Uncle Huang frowned.
Zheng Fa explained, “It’s not that she’s the only option, but comparatively speaking, I trust her abilities a bit more. If we’re going to collaborate, why not partner with the strongest person available?”
At this point, even Uncle Huang fell silent.
Xiao Yu Ying’s reputation for treasure hunting was something everyone respected.
What really convinced Zheng Fa about Xiao Yu Ying was her insights into various secret realms—he had previously noticed that this Fairy Xiao seemed quite familiar with the restrictions of different eras and had her own understanding of various legacies. To say it was just luck would be underestimating her.
“Actually, her wealth makes it hard to persuade her, but the upside is… she won’t easily forget her principles for profit.”
Zhang Shijie seemed to have pondered this idea for a long time and added at this moment.
Zheng Fa nodded in agreement.
Putting personal feelings aside, Xiao Yu Ying was indeed generous—regardless of the reason, generous people tend to cooperate for the long haul.
Hearing the two of them, the old man spoke up: “Ability, character, personality—this person is indeed the best choice—but convincing her is also a challenge.”
The others looked at Zheng Fa, who then said, “I’ll talk to her. This is actually a mutually beneficial arrangement.”
……
“External elixir methods are easy to discuss, but… you want me?”
Xiao Yu Ying paused after hearing Zheng Fa’s words, summarizing.
Ahem.
That was a good summary, but don’t put it that way in front of Zhang Shijie…
Standing beside them, Zhang Shijie shot him a glance, remaining silent.
Zheng Fa handed over the box containing the Qingyun Immortal Fruit to Xiao Yu Ying and said, “Yes, Fairy, you don’t need this Qingyun Immortal Fruit to learn ‘Electromagnetism.’ You can exchange it for the external elixir methods. But Jiu Shan Realm needs someone like you as an archaeology teacher.”
“Archaeology teacher?”
“Basically, we hope you can share your experiences, insights, and knowledge from treasure hunting in secret realms or ancient caves.”
Xiao Yu Ying seemed to understand the gist.
She didn’t speak, as if deep in thought.
Zheng Fa continued, “This position comes with a certain amount of merit points each month, which can be exchanged for various spiritual materials…”
He couldn’t finish his sentence.
Xiao Yu Ying was quite straightforward.
She was polite in front of Zheng Fa and patiently listened to his introduction about the archaeology teacher’s benefits, but her eyes betrayed an undeniable surprise, which translated roughly to:
Are you planning to crush me with those three coins in your pocket?
……
“If I don’t agree, does that mean I can’t learn ‘Electromagnetism’?”
Xiao Yu Ying’s face was filled with conflict.
Clearly, she was reluctant, but the course on ‘Electromagnetism’ was very important to her.
“No… Fairy Xiao, you are an old friend of our Jiu Shan Sect. Why would I want to force you? If you can provide me with two external elixir methods, I won’t go back on my word. As long as you sign a confidentiality agreement, the teaching matter can be discussed.”
Zheng Fa smiled gently and kindly.
Xiao Yu Ying’s eyes lit up, showing gratitude.
Zhang Shijie glanced at her, her eyes filled with pity.
Xiao Yu Ying didn’t notice her gaze and felt a bit embarrassed, shoving the box containing the Qingyun Immortal Fruit back into Zheng Fa’s arms, explaining, “Actually, I don’t mind teaching. It’s not that I don’t want to stay in Jiu Shan Realm; I just love wandering around… I can’t settle down. If I stay in Jiu Shan Realm, I’ll definitely teach everyone!”
“I understand, I understand!”
“This immortal fruit is for you!” Xiao Yu Ying was even happier now, pulling out several more boxes from her pocket, wanting to give them to Zheng Fa.
Indeed, making a wealthy woman happy would lead to wealth!
Zheng Fa declined, but Xiao Yu Ying insisted!
“Fairy Xiao, you’re too kind.” Zheng Fa said, “I have a copy of the ‘Electromagnetism’ legacy video, taught by the most powerful expert in this field, directly addressing the essence of the Dao! Aside from me and Senior Sister Zhang, no one else has seen it. Why don’t we let you learn this first?” Xiao Yu Ying blinked, her excitement growing.
Her eyes even sparkled with barely contained desire.
Seemingly understanding her eagerness, Zheng Fa said, “How about we let you start learning right now?”
Zheng Fa led her to a classroom, and with a few spiritual symbols, a middle-aged man appeared in the classroom.
“Students, please turn to the chapter on ‘Maxwell’s Equations’…”
Watching Xiao Yu Ying’s bright eyes fixed on the teacher, Zheng Fa gently closed the door and stood at the entrance, waiting.
He swore he hadn’t lied to Xiao Yu Ying—this teacher in the classroom was the most highly rated one teaching ‘Electromagnetism’ at Capital University!
One could say he had opened up the most profound ‘Electromagnetism’ legacy of Jiu Shan Realm to Xiao Yu Ying!
Very sincere!
Of course…
“Fairy Xiao? How’s it going?”
An hour later, he walked into the classroom and saw Xiao Yu Ying sitting at her desk, her expression hard to describe—
It was probably a feeling of being overwhelmed by indescribable knowledge.
Filled with confusion and self-doubt…
“After one class…” Xiao Yu Ying seemed to be catching her breath, slowly speaking, “I think I understood about five sentences.”
“?”
“Everyone can sit here; it’s better to skip over such simple things…”
“I don’t need to calculate this formula, right…”
“It’s easy to see…”
“Students have learned this before, so I won’t explain it…”
“Class dismissed…”
The more Xiao Yu Ying spoke, the more her face showed a look of regret: “I don’t know who he was speaking to, but it definitely wasn’t for me.”
After saying that, she looked at Zheng Fa, squinting her eyes, and coldly said, “Were you doing this on purpose?”
“Uh-huh!”
“……”
Xiao Yu Ying didn’t expect Zheng Fa to actually admit it!
“Fairy Xiao, I wanted you to understand that ‘Electromagnetism’ is much harder than you think,” Zheng Fa explained at this moment.
It was normal for Xiao Yu Ying not to understand.
To take this course, you should at least know calculus, right?
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