Crazy-Gossiping-C63

Chapter 63

After replying about Shen Qidan, Ning Xu exited the “Three Thousand Realms Cultivator Exchange Area” feeling completely satisfied.

She glanced at Wu Luchen’s condition, and after confirming that he was stable, she planned to continue studying the Heaven-tier cultivation technique.

She hadn’t been idle for long before the Melon-Eating System suddenly roared in anger.

Ning Xu paused and asked, “What happened?”

The Melon-Eating System spoke in a disdainful tone, 【Because of the pill formula, a lot of people on the forum now want us to diagnose their illnesses and prescribe pills.】

【Prescribe pills? For free? Do they think pill formulas are as cheap as cabbages?】

【Or do they see us as free medical cultivators?】

The formula for the life-extending pill given to Shen Qidan had been shared on the forum from the beginning, accessible to everyone.

Once the formula was published, many pill cultivators commented on it, but most of their evaluations were surprisingly consistent: unconventional use of ingredients, unique combinations, a distinct personal style, and potentially miraculous effects.

The pill formula provided by the Melon-Eating System was very different from the mainstream ones in the current cultivation world.

For the same type of life-extending pill, the Melon-Eating System’s formula featured bold and unique ingredient combinations, while this small world’s formula was far more conservative. Aside from one or two similar ingredients, the two were completely different.

Pill cultivators in the cultivation world had never seen such combinations before, let alone used them.

Talented pill cultivators immediately noticed the profound knowledge of the creator of the formula and wasted no time experimenting with it. Those who used it on patients with conditions similar to Shen Qidan’s found the results to be excellent.

It could be said that this pill formula not only benefited Shen Qidan but also many cultivators who, like her, were born with frail constitutions and chronic illnesses.

Although cultivators were physically stronger than ordinary people, that didn’t mean they were immune to illness. If they were, there would be no need for medical cultivators.

Ning Xu hadn’t anticipated this development. She paused, just about to say something, when the Melon-Eating System began ranting again.

【Shen Qidan, at least, is part of the Shen family.】

【The Shen family is a major power in this cultivation world. There’s a high likelihood we’ll need their help in the future, so forming a good relationship now is reasonable.】

【Even if we don’t need their help, their repayment will be inevitable.】

【And any repayment from the Shen family will be generous—they wouldn’t offer anything less.】

【But this group of people, just asking for the formula outright? What, are they trying to freeload off of us?】

Ning Xu pinched the bridge of her nose.

The Melon-Eating System’s personality had always been distinct: sharp-tongued, pragmatic, and solely focused on their own interests.

It lacked human emotions, wasn’t versed in social norms, and was essentially just a program. Given that, its personality was understandable.

But Ning Xu had broader considerations.

She thought for a moment and said slowly, “The cultivators in the ‘Three Thousand Realms Cultivator Exchange Area’ are a mixed bag.”

“Maybe among those asking for the formula, there are people we might need now or in the future.”

“There’s no need to reject them outright.”

Hearing this, the Innocent Cultivator chuckled softly.

He wasn’t interested in the gossip of others.

But just listening to her and the Melon-Eating System chat could make him feel relaxed and happy.

Hearing his soft laugh, Ning Xu turned her head to look at him.

The afternoon sunlight fell on the Innocent Cultivator, softening his already exceptional profile. He looked so stunning it was almost unreal.

Ning Xu asked, “What’s so funny?”

The Innocent Cultivator shook his head. “Nothing.”

“In half an hour, it’ll be time to eat.”

Ning Xu replied, “Alright!”

After finishing her conversation with the Innocent Cultivator, the Melon-Eating System spoke up again, 【You’re right. I’ll talk to them first and ask about their specific situations.】

“Okay.”

The Melon-Eating System hadn’t experienced any spiritual energy shortages for quite some time.

One reason was that Ning Xu’s cultivation level had increased. Another was that the Innocent Cultivator occasionally gave her some food filled with spiritual energy.

Because of this, the Melon-Eating System now had a surplus of spiritual energy, enabling it to do more tasks—such as staying in the “Three Thousand Realms Cultivator Exchange Area” to communicate with the cultivators seeking the formula.

What the Flower Pavilion couldn’t achieve, the Melon-Eating System also couldn’t.

It couldn’t uncover the real-world identities of those who posted on the forum.

This was proof that the forum’s confidentiality measures were top-notch. While protecting Ning Xu and the Melon-Eating System, it also treated all other cultivators equally.

The creator of this forum had truly put thought into its design.

—

Half an hour later, Ning Xu was enjoying a meal of spicy beef soup with pickled cabbage.

Of course, just drinking the soup wouldn’t do. Such a delicious broth naturally had to be paired with fragrant rice. Together, they were the perfect combination.

Ning Xu and the Innocent Cultivator sat on wooden chairs, each holding a bowl, savoring their lunch with contented expressions. Meanwhile, Wu Luchen’s marrow cleansing process had finally entered its final stage.

Pain was evident on his face, which alternated between red and pale. Wisps of white steam rose from his body.

The Melon-Eating System clicked its tongue, 【The weaker someone’s constitution, the harder the final step of marrow cleansing is.】

【This eighth-grade Marrow Cleansing Pill is a real bargain for him. If he succeeds, it could be a transformative experience.】

Ning Xu slowed her movements and asked, “Can he get through the final step?”

The Melon-Eating System let out a cold laugh, 【Hard to say. It all depends on his willpower.】

【If he can persevere, he’ll succeed. If not, it’ll end in failure.】

【And if he fails, kick him out of the team.】

【We don’t need a useless weakling dragging us down.】

【After kicking him out, we can bring in someone better.】

Wu Luchen, who was enduring pain akin to having his meridians torn apart: …

Typical Melon-Eating System.

He knew the Melon-Eating System wasn’t joking.

One couldn’t form emotional attachments to something like that. Even if they did, it wouldn’t matter.

And honestly, there was no need.

This final step was truly difficult for Wu Luchen.

His natural constitution was poor, incomparable to that of a genius. Thus, his suffering during the marrow cleansing process was significantly greater.

But after hearing the Melon-Eating System’s words, he somehow found a surge of courage, one that propelled him forward.

He didn’t think too deeply about it.

He simply thought he couldn’t be kicked out of the team.

He liked being part of this team. He respected Ning Xu as the team leader and wanted to follow her.

If she ate meat, he was happy just to drink the soup.

Even that was enough for him.

He had grown used to listening to the team leader and the Melon-Eating System chat idly about gossip and was accustomed to spending every day with his teammates.

He absolutely, absolutely, absolutely could not be kicked out of the team!

He had to stay!

—

Ning Xu glanced at Wu Luchen.

The aura around him seemed to change in an instant.

Why was that?

If before, he had been passively enduring the pain of the marrow cleansing process, now he had gained the courage to face it head-on.

As Ning Xu observed him, she casually asked the Melon-Eating System, “From the way you’re talking, you already have someone in mind?”

The Melon-Eating System replied, 【Of course. There are plenty of Wenxin Sect disciples with good aptitude and decent character.】

【And they all have one thing in common.】

Ning Xu, while keeping an eye on Wu Luchen’s condition, asked, “What’s that?”

The Melon-Eating System chuckled, 【They all really like you.】

Hearing this, Ning Xu smiled slightly.

“Thank them for their admiration.”

“However, for now, we don’t need to change teammates.”

At that moment, the spiritual energy in the air suddenly began to stir.

The energy crazily surged into Wu Luchen’s body. With a pop sound, as if some barrier had been broken, his cultivation level instantly jumped from Qi Refining Stage Level 3 to Level 5.

At the same time, a large amount of black filth was expelled from his body, making him look as though he had just rolled around in the mud.

Fortunately, Ning Xu had the foresight to act early. When he began expelling impurities, she threw out a sealing talisman.

After using the talisman, Wu Luchen was trapped inside a transparent barrier. Inside the small barrier, he couldn’t come out, and the foul air being emitted also couldn’t escape.

Ning Xu sighed toward the Melon-Eating System, “The talismans from Fuxian Sect are really useful.”

The Melon-Eating System chimed in, 【Aren’t they? The talismans you’ll draw in the future will be just as effective.】

【Keep working hard on drawing talismans, Host!】

Ning Xu replied, “Alright!”

Previously, she had drawn quite a few explosive talismans.

The talismans from Fuxian Sect had given her a lot of inspiration.

She planned to try drawing new types of talismans soon.

Not long after Ning Xu threw out the sealing talisman, Wu Luchen suddenly opened his eyes. He jumped up from the ground, vigorously shaking his hands. Feeling his meridians, which had expanded to twice their previous size, he said excitedly, “Captain, I succeeded!”

He had successfully undergone the cleansing and refinement process!

Ning Xu praised him, “Not bad.”

The Innocent Cultivator also offered congratulations. “Congratulations.”

At this moment, Wu Luchen’s heart was overflowing with excitement.

On one hand, his aptitude had improved significantly. On the other hand, he knew he wouldn’t be kicked out of the team now!

That was close!

He had almost lost his spot in the team.

If it weren’t for Ning Xu and the Melon-Eating System’s earlier conversation, he might have actually failed.

Fortunately, the result was a happy one.

After Wu Luchen completed his cleansing and refinement, Ning Xu and the Innocent Cultivator had nearly finished their lunch.

She put down her bowl, clapped her hands, and said, “With your current aptitude, you can now be considered a genius in body refinement.”

“With such a significant change, shouldn’t you show it to your family?”

Wu Luchen scratched the back of his head and said, “Captain, my father has passed away, my mother remarried, and I have no family left in the Wu family.”

Ning Xu, of course, already knew this. However, Wu Luchen didn’t know that she was aware, so she still asked, “Then is there anyone close to you in the Wu family?”

Being able to hear Ning Xu and the Melon-Eating System’s inner thoughts, Wu Luchen naturally understood their plan.

He cooperated, saying, “Yes! The head of the Wu family! Although I am the son of a servant, he has been extremely kind to me. If the family head sees my current aptitude, I’m sure he’ll be happy for me.”

Ning Xu nodded. “Alright, then let’s set off now.”

The Melon-Eating System eagerly said, 【Charge! Charge! Charge!】

【Old man Wu, we’re bringing your real grandson right to your doorstep!】

【Make sure to open your eyes wide and take a good look!】

【And if we happen to make some necessary connections, that would be even better!】

Meanwhile, the Wu family head, who was tending to the Qilin child, suddenly sneezed.

Who was talking about him?