Chapter 3 Rejection of Tang Sect_2

I'll be a good-for-nothing then.

At least I'm still a decent person, right?

Easy to hoodwink with my simple mind.

Besides, the Tang Sect is in such decline now that it's hard to recruit people; snagging one is still snagging one.

Having made up her mind, Tang Ya asked, "Xiao Yu Hao, you've now acquired a Soul Ring too. So, what are your plans for the future?"

What plans for the future?

Qin Xiao's thoughts stirred, instantly realizing that this little girl Tang Ya had taken a shine to him and wanted to rope him into the dilapidated Tang Sect.

But could he accept it?

Ladies and gentlemen, let's not forget what the Tang Sect's core principle is.

The Tang God-King has always been paying attention to the changes in the Tang Sect; wouldn't joining it be like a lamb entering a tiger's den?

Besides, what does the Tang Sect have now that could attract people?

Are we talking about those desolate Tang Sect hidden weapons, or the Mysterious Heaven Method that could be cultivated in any world?

To this, Qin Xiao was utterly unmoved and even felt like laughing a little.

Can't do it, really can't do it.

"I plan to go back to our village, marry an elderly person, have kids, and live out my life."

Qin Xiao replied indifferently.

"What?"

After hearing Qin Xiao's words, both Tang Ya and Beibei were taken aback.

"Little brother Yuhao, after going through so much hardship and even risking your life to become a Soul Master, don't you plan to continue making an effort?"

"I've made the efforts I needed to make. Besides, after battling Feng Baboon, I've had an epiphany. Everything is just passing clouds; cherishing the present and enjoying life has more meaning. Didn't you say it yourself?

Besides, I'm well aware of my own talents. No matter how hard I train in this life, it's unlikely that I will achieve much. Better to give up early and avoid decades of detours… Being referred to as a 'Soul Master Lord' by people, stronger than the average person, that's enough for me…"

Qin Xiao was officially putting on an act in front of Tang Ya and Beibei.

As if he were really quite satisfied with his current accomplishments.

Tang Ya was speechless.

The young man who had seemed so spirited before, how had he changed so drastically?

However.

Having already decided to recruit Qin Xiao into the Tang Sect, how could she give up easily?

Right there...

She gave Beibei a look, signaling him to try to persuade Huo Yuhao.

After all.

As the Tang Sect Leader, she had to maintain some dignity; there were some things she simply couldn't say outright.

But Beibei was different, he could be shameless.

"Ahem."

Beibei got the message. He cleared his throat and said to Qin Xiao, "Yuhao, if you hadn't met us, it would've been one thing.

But having met us, you can consider yourself incredibly lucky, with the chance to change your fate against the heavens.

Do you know who we are?"

Qin Xiao shook his head.

"Have you heard of the Tang Sect?"

Qin Xiao shook his head again.

Seeing this, Tang Ya's eyes lit up.

Not having heard of it, this was really too good.

Beibei also breathed a sigh of relief inside. Someone who didn't know about the Tang Sect was easier to bluff.

"Our Tang Sect, ten thousand years ago, could be said to be the strongest sect in the entire Soul Land. And now, in the current era, little Ya..."

As Beibei was speaking, Tang Ya couldn't help coughing.

Who's calling her little Ya?

In private, it's fine, but is now the time to call her little Ya?

Beibei quickly got the hint and hurriedly corrected himself, "Your sister Tang Ya is, in fact, the current leader of the Tang Sect. If you're willing, I can help you apply to join the once number one sect of Soul Land, the Tang Sect!"

After listening, Qin Xiao still shook his head, "I still want to go back to our village..."

Thinking to himself, keep blowing your own trumpet.

Even if it's incredibly far-fetched, I'm not interested.

"Back to the village, back to the village..."

Tang Ya was really puzzled, "What's so good about the village that makes you so attached to it?"

Qin Xiao said, "People in the countryside are simple."

Tang Ya: "..."

Could he have seen through my intentions?

But...

His roasted fish really is delicious... slurp.

In fact, Tang Ya's initial idea to want Huo Yuhao to join the Tang Sect was solely because she wanted to be able to eat roasted fish at any time.

"Teacher, don't rush; let me say a few more words."

Seeing the situation, Beibei quickly interrupted Tang Ya and Qin Xiao's conversation.

He had just analyzed what Qin Xiao had said and realized there was an issue.

That was Qin Xiao mentioning his average talent...

Is it possible that by giving him confidence in this aspect, it could inspire his fighting spirit?

"Yuhao, I know what you're worried about. You must think that your talent is poor, right?"

"So what if you have Soul Power at level one at birth? You can still achieve great heights!

My ancestor started with half a level of innate Soul Power and still became a level 29 Grand Soul Master. Later on, with the help of treasures of heaven and earth, he underwent cleansing marrow and forged his body, breaking beyond that limit."

"Thus, talent is one of the obstacles to cultivation, but it's not everything. Mentality is most important."

Beibei spoke confidently, "With your innate Soul Power at level one, you can still become a Soul Elder."

Qin Xiao: "..."

He had not expected Beibei to bring up that good-for-nothing Yu Xiaogang...

Were there really no better examples of a grassroots counter-attack?

"Besides, our Tang Sect possesses powerful cultivation methods and hidden weapons, all of which can boost your Cultivation Level and combat power. Moreover, most importantly, the Tang Sect has a special recommendation spot."In Soul Land, ranked number one is Shrek Academy, do you know it? With this special recommendation spot, you can join Shrek Academy without any tests."

As Beibei spoke, he became serious, "Yuhao, I hope you will seriously consider this. As long as you join Shrek, you will have limitless possibilities. Even altering your physical qualities will be a piece of cake."

Hearing this, Qin Xiao nodded silently.

The Soul Land of the Unparalleled Tang Sect era is different from that of the Martial Soul Hall era, with many ways to improve Cultivation Level and change physical qualities.

For example: the Mysterious Water Pill and Soul-raising Pill - these elixirs can change one's qualities and improve Cultivation Level. Although their effects are not as good as those of the Immortal Herbs, they are easier to obtain and can be mass-produced.

Seeing this, Beibei also secretly breathed a sigh of relief. He could tell that his words had gotten through to his 'little brother' Yuhao.

At the very least, he didn't outright say that he wanted to go back to the countryside.

However...

Qin Xiao asked, "Do you have those treasures now? I want to take a look."

"Pfft..."

Tang Ya almost spit out a mouthful of blood.

She really wanted to ask, do you know what offering a pie in the sky means?

Wishing for plums to quench thirst, understand?

Besides, to what extent had they fallen that they could easily bring out something so valuable?

Beibei too shook his head helplessly, "Those treasures, they're not so easy to obtain, I don't carry them with me."

"I see..."

"If you're willing to join the Tang Sect and enter Shrek, everything will be available to you."

"Sorry, I'm not interested. I'm heading back."

Qin Xiao delivered his refusal in a simple three-step combo.

At that moment, he had decided: to head to the Sun-Moon Royal Academy to find his own resources.

After all, with the talent of this body, he would definitely receive key cultivation in the Sun-Moon Royal Academy. Wouldn't he then acquire medicinal pills by the handful?

As for the Cultivation Level achieved through medicinal pills not being solid enough...

Heh, did he care?

Simply put, Qin Xiao's realm was set. There would be no bottlenecks in his cultivation.

Of course, some might think that Yuhao's talent might not immediately garner the attention of the Sun-Moon Empire.

But...

That's Huo Yuhao, what does that have to do with Qin Xiao?

...

"Hey, wait."

Tang Ya, seeing Qin Xiao turn to leave without hesitation, couldn't help calling out to him.

"What is it?"

Qin Xiao asked, turning to face her.

"Can you tell me, what exactly makes you so persistent?"

Tang Ya wanted to know the reason for her failure.

You see, Beibei, under her instructions, had tried all sorts of temptations without success. Tang Ya was so desperate she almost resorted to using her charm...

Unfortunately, that skill had already been used on Beibei and couldn't be used again.

However...

Qin Xiao responded indifferently, "The city's scheme runs deep, which is why I must return to the countryside..."

"Pfft..."

So he still doesn't trust us...

Tang Ya was extremely frustrated, "This kid wasn't like this before..."

"The past was just a disguise, I guess."

By the side, Beibei's expression changed as he stood next to Tang Ya, "Being cautious of all people and things is, I think, quite normal. In this world, if one is truly naive as a blank sheet of paper, they'll be devoured until not even bones remain."

Tang Ya frowned, "Who might that be referring to?"

Beibei hurriedly tried to smooth things over with a smile, "I was just expressing a sentiment, don't take it personally..."

...

Once Qin Xiao left Aquipeia Forest, he officially set off on the path toward the Sun-Moon Empire.

This time, he would rise in the Sun-Moon!