"Did you say that in one month, you managed to repair over a thousand Secret Techniques to a perfect ten layers?"

On a pavilion floating in the air, surrounded by Cloud Smoke, sat an old man with White Hair and White Beard, exuding an immortal aura, calmly savoring the aroma of tea.

Upon hearing Rou Lin's report, the old man with White Hair and White Beard couldn't help but be moved.

"Yes, Master, I initially wanted to make things difficult for him, so I assigned him over a thousand Secret Techniques to complete within a month. I never expected he actually did it."

Rou Lin confessed honestly, "Knowing the importance of this, I immediately came back to report to you."

"If what you say is true, then this new disciple named Wang Xu is indeed quite a promising seedling."

The old man with White Hair and White Beard took a sip of tea.

"Master, in that case, I might as well invite him over now."

"No rush."

The old man with White Hair and White Beard said, "As you mentioned, he is a new disciple of the Shen Yi Sect. He will continue to repair Secret Techniques in the future. Observe more before drawing conclusions."

"I will abide by your decree, Master!"

Rou Lin respectfully said.

For the following month, Rou Lin did not assign any tasks to Wang Xu, and Wang Xu used this time to continuously enhance his own strength.

"Huff... huff..."

Climbing out of the filthy water tank, Wang Xu was drenched, exhausted, and extremely weak.

"This time you persisted for three days. Your perseverance has improved, not bad."

You Ji smiled.

Having received the Lower Grade Primordial Stones, Wang Xu naturally endured the agony of burning his Soul.

However, burning the Soul is not something that can be done at any time. To prevent damage to the Soul, You Ji deliberately spaces out the intervals to give Wang Xu enough time to recover.

This time during the Soul burning, Wang Xu was in good condition. Inspired by Ning Haocang's provocation, he held on for a full three days and two nights.

Most importantly, this time Wang Xu did not lose consciousness, but instead, You Ji stopped voluntarily.

"Keep it that way. Without High-Tier natural treasures, burning your Soul for too long won't benefit you much, only causing unnecessary suffering."

The Spirit Medicine bought with a hundred Lower Grade Primordial Stones was extremely limited in its help for Wang Xu at the moment.

If the desired effect couldn't be achieved, the suffering from burning his Soul would be all for nothing.

After resting for a few days, Wang Xu once again headed to the Shen Yi Sect.

When Rou Lin saw Wang Xu again, her eyebrows furrowed slightly, as if something had changed in Wang Xu compared to a month ago.

Unable to pinpoint what had changed, intuition told Rou Lin that Wang Xu must have gained immensely over the past month.

"As a Secret Technique Repairer, even if you don't have to come to the Shen Yi Sect every day, you should at least report once every seven days. Being away for a month, do you know this is highly irresponsible behavior?"

As soon as she arrived, Rou Lin rebuked Wang Xu, without any change in attitude due to his talent in Secret Techniques.

"Tell me, what is my task this time?"

Wang Xu didn't have time to waste words with her.

He was now eager to increase his strength, whether by enduring the agony of burning his Soul or frantically repairing Secret Techniques, these were all necessary paths for Wang Xu to enhance his strength.

"About the last time... I apologize first, this time I won't make things difficult for you. Repair a hundred Secret Techniques, and that will be enough."

Rou Lin pouted and said, "By the way, why didn't you collect your salary last month?"

Wang Xu froze, looking at Rou Lin with a puzzled expression.

"You surely didn't know that as a Secret Technique Repairer you receive a monthly salary, right? Haha..."

Seeing Wang Xu's confused gaze, Rou Lin burst into laughter.

Wang Xu truly didn't know.

Although he had heard about the many benefits of being a Secret Technique Repairer, including the chance to interact with the Chaos Secret Technique, it was because of this that he chose to become one.

As for the salary, Wang Xu had forgotten all about it.

"Come on, I'll take you to the repair pavilion to collect your salary for last month. You're really muddle-headed, not even knowing about such important matters."

Rou Lin flashed a brilliant smile, a smile that seemed to dim the flowers, as if all the light in the world was highlighting her.

If there were other male disciples present at this moment, they would likely be captivated by this enchanting smile, unable to extricate themselves.

But Wang Xu's mind was exceedingly steadfast, able to endure the pain of burning his Soul, let alone this trivial temptation?

A moment later, the two arrived at the Secret Technique Repair Pavilion of the Shen Yi Sect.

"Grandpa Lin!"

As soon as Rou Lin entered, she joyfully ran over, hugging the shopkeeper's arm, with a radiant smile, instantly attracting all the disciples' gazes.

"Haha, Rou Lin girl! You haven't visited Grandpa Lin in so long!"

Shopkeeper Grandpa Lin smiled kindly, looking at Rou Lin as if she were his granddaughter.

"Grandpa Lin, this is the new Secret Technique Repairer at our repair pavilion. He's muddle-headed and forgot to collect his salary last month. I specifically brought him to claim it this time."

Grandpa Lin glanced at Wang Xu, seemingly giving him a meaningful once-over.

"Hmm, not bad, young man. Your spirit and vigor are quite good, though there's a cloud between your brows, with unresolved matters in your heart."

Grandpa Lin chuckled, "However, the salary is collected once a month. If missed, it cannot be reclaimed, and Rou Lin, you are aware of this."

"Grandpa Lin, that's why I came to find you. Can you do him a small favor for my sake?"

Rou Lin winked.

Grandpa Lin glanced at Rou Lin, then looked at Wang Xu, nodding his head.

"Grandpa Lin is the best!"

Rou Lin said cheerfully.

"Young man, come over here."

Grandpa Lin beckoned Wang Xu, and Wang Xu stepped forward, "Let me see your identity token."

Wang Xu took out the identity token engraved with the words Shen Yi Sect.

"Oh?"

Grandpa Lin's palm brushed over the token, a shimmering light flowed, and his eyebrows lifted, "You repaired a thousand secret techniques last month?"

Wang Xu nodded lightly, taking a deliberate glance at Rou Lin, who turned her head away, avoiding his gaze.

"Repairing a thousand secret techniques in a month, your comprehension must be incredibly strong. You'll achieve something significant in the future."

Grandpa Lin smiled and waved his hand, causing a small black bag to fly out, landing in Wang Xu's hand.

Three thousand lower grade primordial stones!

Wang Xu examined it, feeling a surge in his heart.

Not only was there a reward in primordial stones, but there were also some elixirs greatly beneficial to cultivation, extremely generous.

"Considering you're acquainted with Rou Lin girl, I can tell you in advance, each secret technique you repair earns you merit points, and if you accumulate enough, you can attempt to repair the 'Chaos Secret Technique'."

Grandpa Lin's words made Wang Xu's eyes light up.

Chaos Secret Technique!

"I wonder how many merit points I currently have, and how many are needed to repair the 'Chaos Secret Technique'?"

High tier secret techniques are no longer sufficient for Wang Xu; only the Chaos Secret Technique can allow him significant progress.

"That, I cannot disclose, the amount of merit points is known to very few, but once you've accumulated enough, the Repair Pavilion will make arrangements."

Grandpa Lin said.

Wang Xu nodded, realizing that as a Secret Technique Repairer, reaching the Chaos Secret Technique was rumored, but now it seemed true. As long as he saved enough merit points, he could access the Chaos Secret Technique!

"Hey... Wang Xu, why are you in such a hurry to leave? You haven't even properly toured the Repair Pavilion; as a Secret Technique Repairer, you're too irresponsible!"

Seeing Wang Xu preparing to leave, Rou Lin hurried forward, grabbing Wang Xu's hand, speaking angrily.

Wang Xu was about to say something, when suddenly, his gaze focused, looking towards the entrance.

Not just him, everyone's gaze gathered at the entrance.

At that moment, a figure as ethereal as a celestial being descended at the entrance of the Repair Pavilion, her transcendent beauty not of this world displayed before everyone.

"It's Han Qing'Er!"

"It's really her!"

"Oh my, Han Qing'Er, ranked third in the Divine Sect beauty list, actually came to our Repair Pavilion, truly unexpected!"

Many disciples exclaimed in shock.

Rou Lin also glanced over, but just that one look made her feel a sense of inferiority blossom in her heart.

She was not unattractive—stunningly beautiful with countless suitors behind her every step.

But compared to Han Qing'Er, Rou Lin was a tad lacking.

"Let him go!"

As Han Qing'Er entered, her face was dark, and she said without preamble, her gaze fixed on Rou Lin.

Startled, Rou Lin quickly released Wang Xu's hand upon realizing Han Qing'Er's stare, feeling a bit flustered.

"Wang Xu, you promised me not to speak of that matter, yet you've broken your word!"

Han Qing'Er's beautiful eyes were filled with murderous intent.

The incident by the lakeside that day, she had never forgotten, and every scene and action replayed endlessly in her mind.

Later, when the array's loophole was fully repaired, Han Qing'Er thought the event had ended, but recently she heard whispers that hinted at that day's events!

Instantly, fury surged in Han Qing'Er's heart, and following traces of Golden Scale Powder, she found Wang Xu.

But as soon as she entered, she saw Wang Xu in close proximity to another girl, their behavior quite intimate, igniting Han Qing'Er's rage.

"I did not."

Wang Xu said expressionlessly.

But his hand was already behind his back, ready to draw the Pure White Jade Curved Saber at any moment.

Han Qing'Er's killing intent was palpable, and Wang Xu could keenly sense it. Coupled with the events of that day, Wang Xu believed there was a strong possibility Han Qing'Er would act.

In such a case, Wang Xu would never allow himself to be at Han Qing'Er's mercy.

"I don't believe you!"

Han Qing'Er said angrily, casting a glance at everyone around, extending her hand, bringing down the Law of Void.

But this time, Han Qing'Er miscalculated.

The Law of Void could indeed affect Wang Xu, but its influence had been greatly diminished as Wang Xu's strength rapidly increased.

"You... come with me!"

Han Qing'Er bit her lip, grabbing Wang Xu by the shoulder and forcibly dragging him out of the Repair Pavilion.

Rou Lin took two steps after them, but seeing Han Qing'Er's figure vanish into the horizon in a blink, her expression turned desolate and downcast. (To be continued. If you like this work, feel free to vote for it on Qidian (qidian.com) with recommendation tickets or monthly tickets. Your support is my biggest motivation. Mobile users please visit m.qidian.com for reading.)

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