Xu Ying also took out the flying sword and said, "Night Shixiong, don't decline, we're not being polite to you, but we know you like collecting treasures, so let's just do each other a favor. Without you, we wouldn't have been able to get the sect's reward either. For us, being able to learn the Yin-Yang Mystical Technique is already the greatest honor. Actually, with our current cultivation level, flying swords are useless to us, personal strength is key, and since we rarely go out of the mountain, flying swords don't have any meaning anyway. As for our safety in the sect, it has nothing to do with flying swords, but rather entirely depends on Night Shixiong's strength. If you're strong, everything will be smooth sailing for us. If you can't take care of us anymore, then even if we had a sixth-grade flying sword, it would just be a dowry for someone else."
"That's right, I also think so." Coral smiled and said.
Zhang was taken aback, but when he thought about it, it actually made a lot of sense.
In addition, Xiao Bao's appetite is getting bigger and bigger, while the price of Four Product Flying Sword is very expensive. From the last time on the island, at least it was worth several thousand Yuan Dan, and now it can't be bought in large quantities.
After thinking for a long time, and with both of them being very serious, Zhang Ye could only accept it.
Zhang Ye still looked worried, so Xu Ying smiled and said: "Heavenly Night Shixiong, don't think too much about it. Last time you gave me the Yin Yang Twin Swords, I can use them together with Shanhu, merge our sword practice, this way we can exert more power. If only one person uses it, indeed it's too strenuous."
Zhang Ye didn't say much, nodded, and with a flick of his hand, he tossed out ten jade vases on the table: "Here are 500 Aggregating Origin Pills, take them back, and use them slowly."
The two of them declined for a while, and Zhang Ye said again: "No need to decline, many of our people are at the bottom, living a simple life. Even if it's a common dan medicine, put it here with you, and let you take care of the sisters in need. When it's not enough, come find me again."
The two of them were overjoyed and accepted it.
The rules of Tai Xuan Men, outer door disciples do not have dan medicine offerings, only food offerings. Only if they do well and have good relationships will they occasionally receive half or one reward. Inner door disciples' monthly offerings are limited to a mere ten聚元丹, which is the base number.
Those who get along well and have a good position as an inner disciple, like Xu Ying originally, will receive additional subsidies. The total income is about 20 dan medicines, and occasionally there are also gifts from others.
As for filial piety, it depends on the person. Xu Ying rarely accepted others' filial offerings, but if she were to accept them from someone with a black heart, it's said that her filial piety would far surpass her offerings.
These officials with duties, the more they receive bribes, the harder the lives of their subordinates become. Because bribes do not come out of thin air, those who bribe, after getting support from above, will more severely exploit those below them, creating an inescapable vicious cycle.
Zhang Ye used to be so poor that he could only afford to eat one meal of coarse grains a day, and this was because people like Hei Ying took away Zhang Ye's share and exchanged it in the market.
The days of a true disciple are much better, even if there is no official position, there is a dedicated mountain peak, and a supply of 100 Yuanyuan Dan per month. In addition, if you have the leisure to develop spiritual fields on the mountain peak, although the harvested crops belong to the sect, the sect will not let people cultivate in vain, and there will be a certain contribution record, as well as alchemy rewards, which can be considered as labor costs.
It was learned through further idle chatter that the current Herbology Department is now managed by Xu Ying, with Shanhu's assistance.
Because Shi Tianyun and Yang Zheng left naturally, power was naturally transferred. Even if they come back later, their authority will be lost and it's impossible for them to take charge again.
When leaving, Xu Ying suddenly thought of something and said: "Tian Ye Shixiong, now you are a core true disciple, qualified to enter the Transmission Hall, to comprehend the profound techniques of our sect. Go once and don't forget this matter. Techniques above sixth grade, even if you become a disciple after worshiping the master, the master cannot pass them on to you, they must be transmitted after examination by the Transmission Hall."
"Alright, got it." Zhang Ye nodded.
After Dai Xuan and the others left, Zhang Ye made a special trip to the Hanging City.
After walking for a long time on this vast platform above the clouds, I arrived at Chuan Gong Xuan Tang.
In front of the Chuan Gong Xuan altar is a white stone square, standing a 20-zhang high statue, which is the image of Tai Xuan Zu Shi.
At the time of Zhang Ye's stay, that rarely appearing purple robe also appeared in his mind, watching together with Zhang Ye.
She remained silent for a long time.
After a long time, Ziyi still didn't speak and disappeared on her own.
Behind the statue, there is a group of courtyards stretching for ten miles, with either bungalows or two-story small buildings. Although they appear to be decaying, they are floating with an ancient bookish aura that has been passed down through generations.
At the front of the main hall, there are two inner disciples of Chuan Gong Tang guarding on both sides.
"Senior Brother Tianye, you must let me report first before entering the Transmission Hall, please wait." One of the disciples bowed respectfully and left.
After a long while, the disciple finally came out and said in a low voice: "Elder Chuangong asks you to enter. Please."
"True Transmission Disciple Zhang Ye pays respects, greeting Transmission Master Fa Zun."
Zhang Ye lowered his head and first thought of this guy having a ridiculous name.
As for what was so funny about Fan Si Zhe, Zhang Ye couldn't quite recall.
"Are you still called Zhang Ye? Go back." The Transmission Elder sitting above was different from other elders, with many wrinkles on his face and completely white hair, really having a very strong corrupt temperament.
Zhang Ye only then realized his mistake and said: "Elder, please forgive me. It's just that the day of the door-opening ceremony is still short, and I'm not used to it yet."
The elder nodded and asked: "Speak, what is it that you want to see me about?"
Zhang Ye's heart skipped a beat as he realized the guy was pretending to be ignorant, so he gritted his teeth and said, "As the fourth disciple of the True Transmission, I have come specifically to seek your guidance on comprehending the superior technique."
"You have already possessed the Taishang Fumo Shentong, it's time to pass on the teachings. I reckon Tan Siqin didn't hold back anything." The Transmission Elder waved his hand and said, "Go back, you don't need to come again. This seat also doesn't want to pursue Tan Siqin's offense of privately transmitting the teachings."
"Go back?" Zhang Ye said: "Where can I go?"
Chuan Gong Lao Lian's face turned cold as he said: "Zhang Ye, what do you think I am?"
"It's tonight, Elder don't forget the door rule." Zhang Ye said in a low voice.
"You..." Transmission Master paused for a moment, "Also, I made a mistake. Alright, there's nothing more to teach you here, go back."
Zhang Ye said: "As far as I know, the core true transmission has the qualifications to enter the Transmission Hall of Mysteries and comprehend the six-grade secret techniques. This is a rule set by our ancestors."
"Not bad." Fan Si Zhe said faintly, "But you didn't mention the second rule of our ancestor, which is to thoroughly examine and learn everything about the Six Arts Sect disciples, ensuring their loyalty to Tai Xuan. Tian Ye, you've only been in our sect for six years. What's strange is that I've searched everywhere and can't even find your birth records, as if you appeared out of thin air. This is one reason why I won't teach you the technique."
"Secondly, since you became an inner disciple, you have been acting out of line, ignoring the sect's rules and regulations, and doing as you please. A person without virtue cannot stand, examining a disciple's moral character is also a responsibility of mine before passing on the skills. After careful consideration, I hereby cancel your qualification to learn the Six-Petal Technique. You can't change this decision even if you're not satisfied."
"I..." Zhang Ye couldn't help but scratch his head.