My Life as a Cultivator in a Game - Chapter 38

Chapter 38: Are You Lu Yi?

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

Entering the Affairs Hall, Dugu Fang led Lu Yi and the others through a massive hall and arrived at the area where the registration of inner sect disciples was conducted. It was a not-so-large room.

Inside the room, an elderly man in a gray robe was reclining on a chair. When he saw Dugu Fang arriving with people, he smiled and stood up. He said, “Elder Dugu, you’re a bit later this time compared to last time.”

Dugu Fang smiled and replied, “You’re always free anyway. Whether I come early or late doesn’t make much of a difference.”

The gray-robed old man chuckled and said, “That’s true. Only a few people are entering the inner sect of the White Cloud Sect every year. I indeed have little to do.”

With that, the gray-robed old man’s gaze swept over Lu Yi’s group, and he smiled. He asked, “These young ones are the top ten from the Outer Sect Grand Competition?”

Dugu Fang nodded. “Yes.”

Dugu Fang then introduced the gray-robed old man to Lu Yi’s group, “This is Elder Li Wang of the Affairs Hall.”

Lu Yi was a little surprised. He hadn’t expected that he would be meeting an elder here. No wonder Dugu Fang and Li Wang were chatting so comfortably.

They quickly bowed respectfully and said, “Greetings, Elder Li.”

Li Wang nodded with a smile and said, “These are all pretty good young fellows. Come, let me help you with your registration.”

As Li Wang spoke, he slowly walked to the table beside him and sat down.

“Lu Yi, you go first,” Dugu Fang said.

Lu Yi nodded and went to Li Wang’s table.

Li Wang smiled and nodded, saying in a genial tone, “You’re Lu Yi, right? After the Grand Competition, those old geezers were all talking about an outer sect genius. You’re quite remarkable at such a young age, having cultivated both arts and techniques to the Regain Simplicity stage, and even mastering sword intent. Quite extraordinary.”

Lu Yi smiled and said modestly, “Elder Li, you’re too kind.”

Li Wang chuckled and didn’t dwell on the topic. Instead, he asked Lu Yi for some basic information, registered it, and then handed over a white ring and a white token.

“This Interspatial Ring is a benefit for inner sect disciples. Inside, there are several sets of inner sect clothing for changing and an introduction to the inner sect’s rules. Make sure to read the rules carefully to avoid violating the sect’s regulations and facing punishment. The Inner Sect Disciple Token should also be kept safe. You’ll need it for tasks from the sect and for using sect points in the future. If you lose it, you’ll have to spend spirit stones to get a replacement.”

Lu Yi nodded repeatedly and accepted the Interspatial Ring and Inner Sect Disciple Token. He didn’t need much explanation about the Interspatial Ring; it was surely a good item. As for the Inner Sect Disciple Token, Dugu Fang had already mentioned its functions on the way here. It was somewhat similar to a student ID card from his previous life’s university, containing the basic information of inner sect disciples. It could store points, perform transactions, and even serve as an access pass. It had many functions.

Putting the Interspatial Ring on his finger and placing the token inside it, Lu Yi stepped back.

The following procedures were carried out for Jiang Fan, Bai Yulong, and the others, according to their rankings. Once Wan Hua received his Interspatial Ring and token, everyone completed the registration.

Li Wang then spoke, “With your information registered, you’re already inner sect disciples now. I’m sure Elder Dugu has already introduced you to the twelve peaks of the inner sect. For those of you who are still unfamiliar, you can read the inner sect introduction in your ring. Based on your future development, you can choose which peak you want to join. Although there are differences in the strengths of the twelve peaks according to rumors, since they are all White Cloud Sect’s peaks, each one has its merits. The most important thing is to choose the one that suits you best. I believe you can understand that.”

Lu Yi and the others nodded in agreement and said, “Thank you, Elder Li, for your guidance.”

Li Wang waved his hand and said, “You may leave.”

With that, Dugu Fang smiled and said, “Elder Li, since it’s settled, I’ll take my leave.”

Li Wang nodded with a smile and said, “Feel free to visit me whenever you have time. Let’s have a drink together.”

“No problem.”

Dugu Fang left with Lu Yi and the others. When they left the Affairs Hall, Dugu Fang looked at Lu Yi’s group. He smiled and said, “Alright, from now on, you are considered inner sect disciples. There are paths from White Cloud Marketplace to each of the twelve peaks. You can ask around for directions. I’ll remind you once again, each peak specializes in different areas. Make your choice according to your own conditions.”

Lu Yi’s group nodded, indicating their understanding.

Afterward, Dugu Fang bid them farewell, transforming into sword light and vanishing into the sky, leaving Lu Yi’s group of ten behind.

Now that they were officially inner sect disciples, they were eager to join the peaks they aspired to. After bidding each other farewell, they went their separate ways toward the peaks they wanted to join.

Of course, Lu Yi was heading to the Silk Peak. On their way here, Dugu Fang had already indicated the direction of Silk Peak. Lu Yi had memorized it, and now he followed that direction.

White Cloud Marketplace was not small, and its roads were complex. However, when it came to reaching the twelve peaks, as long as one asked for direction, one would be pointed the way.

Lu Yi didn’t expend much effort. Soon, he arrived at the foot of Silk Peak. Looking up from the bottom of the mountain, Silk Peak appeared even more massive. Although Lu Yi hadn’t been to Mount Everest in his previous life, he felt that Silk Peak might be even taller than Mount Everest.

At the end of the path was a small road leading up the mountain. It was made of stone steps, and at the intersection, two middle-aged male cultivators who weren’t young were on duty. Those two male cultivators were not wearing inner sect disciple uniforms, but servant disciple uniforms.

Lu Yi wasn’t surprised. Proper disciples of the White Cloud Sect rarely performed menial tasks. They focused on cultivation, while such tasks were usually done by servant disciples and attendants. This applied to both the outer and inner sects. It was also normal for the inner sect to have servant disciples.

However, the servant disciples had cultivation bases in the Qi Refiner stage, which was much stronger compared to the outer sect. Most of the outer sect’s servant disciples hadn’t even reached the Qi Refiner stage.

However, the two disciples were not young, and it would be difficult for them to break through to the Foundation Establishment stage.

When the two servant disciples saw Lu Yi approaching, dressed in outer sect disciple attire, they both paused. One of the older disciples cupped his hands and said, “Do you have business at Silk Peak?”

Lu Yi smiled and said, “Hello, I’m Lu Yi. I’ve just entered the inner sect after passing the Outer Sect Grand Competition. I wish to join Silk Peak. Could you guide me through the assessment?”

As Lu Yi spoke, he also presented his Inner Sect Disciple Token for their inspection.

The two servant disciples looked at the token and the gaze of the older disciple flickered. He quickly spoke, “So you’re Lu Yi. Please follow me. I’ll take you to see Mr. Xiao, who is responsible for the peak admission assessment.”

Lu Yi nodded with a smile and followed the middle-aged disciple as they ascended the steps.

After ascending for not too long, Lu Yi saw a palace not far away from the platform. The middle-aged servant disciple led him along a side road to a square in front of the palace.

Then, the middle-aged servant disciple introduced with a smile, “Lu Yi, this is the Peak Admission Hall for assessments. Mr. Xiao is inside.”

Saying that, the middle-aged servant disciple led Lu Yi into the hall. Near the entrance of the hall, a middle-aged man with a gentle appearance had his eyes closed, surrounded by circulating spiritual energy. He seemed to be cultivating.

Lu Yi glanced at him and was stunned. He thought, ‘Is he secretly cultivating during work hours? Is he this efficient? I couldn’t have accidentally joined some peak led by someone super passionate about cultivation, right?’

Lu Yi felt a bit apprehensive.

Upon hearing the commotion, the middle-aged man opened his eyes and looked over.

The servant disciple explained, “Mr. Xiao, this is Lu Yi, who entered the inner sect through the Outer Sect Grand Competition. He wishes to join Silk Peak. I brought him here for the assessment.”

Upon hearing the servant disciple’s words, Mr. Xiao’s expression seemed slightly odd as he looked at Lu Yi. “You’re Lu Yi?”