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"Since you have become my student, you have to heed my instructions from now on," Zhang Xuan said solemnly. "Also, you mustn't impart the cultivation technique I have just taught you to anyone else, and this includes Elder Bai Ye. Are you able to do that?"

"Yes, I can!" Bai Ruanqing nodded anxiously.

The fact that a golden page had formed meant that Bai Ruanqing was sincerely thankful to him and was unlikely to leak his secrets, so he was not too worried.

The concept of lineage was important in the Ascendant Cloud Sword Pavilion as well. A student was expected to follow their teacher's words, and the debt of nurturing was something that must never be forgotten.

"Good. I'll need to head out for a while. You should remain here to reinforce your cultivation," Zhang Xuan said.

Following which, he opened the door and left the room.