novelraw Chapter 10 – Mu Xiaochuan stroked his chin and nodded slightly
Chapter 10 – Mu Xiaochuan stroked his chin and nodded slightly
Mu Xiaochuan looked at Tie Meng's terrified and misunderstood expression and couldn't help but shout, "Get lost!"
Tie Meng, as if granted amnesty, struggled to stand despite his back being bent like a bow, relying on the remaining spiritual energy in his body. Ignoring the intense pain, he staggered, using his hands to support himself with each step to maintain balance, and finally fled the scene like a defeated dog, utterly embarrassed.
Watching Tie Meng's pathetic retreat, Mu Xiaochuan couldn't help but burst into laughter.
"Next time we meet, I'll give you more!" Mu Xiaochuan laughed and cursed, feeling in high spirits.
With a thought, he opened the system panel to check.
[Host: Mu Xiaochuan]
[Thrill Points: 185]
[Realm: Seventh Level of Qi Refining]
[Cultivation Techniques: Withered Tree Revives Technique (Minor Achievement), Dragon-Subduing Staff Technique (Entry Level)]
[Secondary Cultivation: None]
[Spiritual Artifact: Greenwood Spirit-Pattern Staff (Mid-Grade Spiritual Artifact)]
"I already have 185 Thrill Points. If I use them all to enhance my cultivation base, it's enough for me to break through to the Foundation Establishment Stage," Mu Xiaochuan thought to himself.
However, he reconsidered and shook his head.
"Forget it, I won't break through just yet," Mu Xiaochuan muttered to himself. "Life is so comfortable right now, strolling around every day, disciplining those disobedient subordinates, and occasionally spending a lovely night with Goddess Liu. Why rush to break through? Besides, once I reach the Foundation Establishment Stage, I won't be able to hide it, and the sect will probably assign me as an Outer Sect Elder. With so many trivial matters, where will I find time to enjoy life?"
Thinking of this, Mu Xiaochuan couldn't help but smile contentedly.
"I'll enjoy a few more years first," Mu Xiaochuan thought to himself.
With a thought, he opened his storage pouch to check his savings.
Mu Xiaochuan touched the storage pouch at his waist. Over the years, he had saved over three hundred spirit stones, including those left by Huang Zitang. He didn't need to buy spiritual artifacts, elixirs, or cultivation techniques anymore, so these spirit stones seemed to have little use.
"With so many spirit stones sitting in the storage pouch, it's pointless. I might as well splurge a bit," Mu Xiaochuan thought, coming up with an idea.
He used to believe that spirit stones should be spent on cultivation resources to enhance his strength. As for eating, drinking, and entertainment, those were just wastes.
But now, with the Thrill System, as long as he felt thrilled, he could gain Thrill Points to enhance his strength.
In that case, he might as well splurge the spirit stones to enjoy himself.
"That's settled. Tomorrow, I'll go down the mountain and splurge!" Mu Xiaochuan thought to himself.
***
Early the next morning, Mu Xiaochuan went to the residence of the Outer Sect disciples and gathered Zhan Hongtao, Lin Banxian, and Su Qianmeng together.
"Recently, take good care of the hygiene at Yunqi Peak. Don't slack off. If I catch you slacking, hmm..." Mu Xiaochuan said playfully.
Zhan Hongtao, Lin Banxian, and Su Qianmeng quickly nodded and promised to complete the task diligently.
"Alright, that's all. You can go about your business," Mu Xiaochuan waved them off.
After arranging the tasks, Mu Xiaochuan headed down the mountain alone.
The Qingling Sect was situated in a mountain range rich in spiritual energy, with a bustling town at its base called Qingling Town.
Qingling Town was built around the Qingling Sect, offering places for ordinary people's daily needs as well as shops for cultivators to trade cultivation resources.
In the past, Mu Xiaochuan would head straight to the shops trading cultivation resources, buying elixirs, talismans, or trying his luck at the stalls of wandering cultivators, then quickly return to the Qingling Sect.
He believed spirit stones should be spent wisely, and buying anything else was a waste.
But today, his purpose was entirely different. The spirit stones would be spent on indulgence, not on cultivation resources.
Yes, indulgence, not a single cultivation resource needed to be bought.
Mu Xiaochuan strolled along the streets of Qingling Town, seriously observing these places for the first time. Shops lined the streets, offering food, drink, entertainment, and more, bustling with activity.
His attention was caught by a restaurant called "Drunken Immortal Pavilion," which seemed to be the best in Qingling Town. Luxuriously decorated, with two guards at the entrance who were low-level Qi Refining cultivators, and two pretty maids in high-slit skirts welcoming guests, it was clearly a good place.
Mu Xiaochuan stepped towards the "Drunken Immortal Pavilion," and a maid immediately greeted him with a smile, "Sir, would you like a table or a private room?"
Mu Xiaochuan smiled slightly and said, "Give me a private room."
The maid's eyes lit up, and she quickly said, "Certainly, sir, let's head to the second floor."
Led by the maid, Mu Xiaochuan arrived at an elegant private room. The room was beautifully decorated, with famous paintings on the walls and exquisite tea sets on the table, with a faint aura of spiritual energy.
Maid: "Sir, you might want to try our 'Nine Heavens Supreme Feast,' only 20 spirit stones."
"Haha, 'Nine Heavens Supreme Feast,' sounds good, let's have that," Mu Xiaochuan laughed heartily.
The maid's eyes sparkled, and she deliberately adjusted her skirt slit wider, "Alright, sir, please wait a moment."
Soon, a group of long-legged, beautiful maids in thin veils entered, each carrying a dish. Scarlet Glow Roasted Dragon Liver, Jade Pearl Stewed Phoenix Marrow, Heaven-Earth Roasted Meat Skewers, Azure Mist Wrapped Cloud Hoof, and many other sumptuous dishes filled the table, exuding an enticing aroma, with a jar of Galaxy Sparkling Brew as the final touch.
The maids didn't leave after setting the dishes; they lined up in a row.
"What's this about?" Mu Xiaochuan asked curiously.
"Please select a maid to serve you," said the leading attendant.
"Haha, alright, you two stay," Mu Xiaochuan happily chose two to serve him.
The two selected maids joyfully stepped forward, one pouring wine for Mu Xiaochuan and the other feeding him.
Meanwhile, a beautiful musician entered with a pipa, gently plucking the strings and singing "Chasing the Moon." The melodious music flowed like a gentle stream, resonating in the private room, enchanting those present.
Mu Xiaochuan enjoyed the musician's performance, occasionally opening his mouth to let the beauties feed him, feeling the soft touch, sipping the rich wine, and savoring the picturesque environment. He couldn't help but think, "I used to live like a fool, not knowing about such a wonderful place to enjoy."
After the meal, Mu Xiaochuan spent another 10 spirit stones to have a beauty assist him with bathing and changing clothes, while another massaged his back. The two beauties were skilled and professional, and Mu Xiaochuan felt all his fatigue vanish, eventually falling asleep on a sandalwood bed.
"Ding, congratulations to the host for feeling thrilled and gaining 15 Thrill Points."
Waking up to the sound of Thrill Points being credited, Mu Xiaochuan was overjoyed.
Mu Xiaochuan leisurely walked out of the Drunken Immortal Pavilion, feeling invigorated.
"Where should I go next?" Mu Xiaochuan mused, stroking his chin.
***
He glanced around and suddenly noticed a building called "Dreamy Fairy Pavilion."
Although he had never been inside before, he knew it was a paradise for male cultivators, and he decided to check it out.
Approaching the Dreamy Fairy Pavilion, he saw the building brightly lit, with several flamboyant women at the entrance enthusiastically greeting guests.
He stepped into the Dreamy Fairy Pavilion, and a manager immediately approached him.
"Oh, sir, is this your first time here?" the manager asked enthusiastically.
"Yes, it's my first time," Mu Xiaochuan replied.
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"Sir, you have a keen eye. Our Dreamy Fairy Pavilion is the best place in Qingling Town. As long as you have spirit stones, you can enjoy an ethereal experience," the manager said with a flourish.
"Oh? Is that so? Tell me more," Mu Xiaochuan asked with a smile.
"Sir, you're straightforward. We have beauties of all kinds here, each with their unique charm," the manager said. "We have pure and lovely ones, enchanting and seductive ones, gentle and virtuous ones, and passionate and bold ones, guaranteed to satisfy you."
"Are there any differences?" Mu Xiaochuan asked.
"Of course, the better the looks, the higher the price. We have the top four fairies: Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter. Not only are they stunningly beautiful, but they also have the third level of Qi Refining cultivation," the manager whispered. "They are all sect disciples, pure and pristine, earning resources here due to insufficient cultivation resources. However, they are a bit pricey, each costing thirty spirit stones per night."
"Sect disciples?" Mu Xiaochuan was a bit surprised but quickly understood. Outer Sect disciples indeed had limited resources. When he was an Outer Sect disciple, his monthly stipend was only five spirit stones, and now as a deacon, it's just ten spirit stones. Relying on that for cultivation was indeed slow, so disciples would seek various ways to earn spirit stones. He had also participated in sect missions to hunt demonic beasts and gather spiritual herbs, but those tasks were very dangerous.
"Sir, you may not know, but these four flowers, although sect disciples, have undergone special training. They excel in music, chess, calligraphy, and painting, and are skilled in various serving techniques, ensuring you'll be reluctant to leave," the manager said.
"Oh? That impressive? Let me see," Mu Xiaochuan said.
"Certainly, sir, please follow me," the manager quickly led Mu Xiaochuan to a room.
Before long, four beauties in thin veils entered, each a stunning beauty with unique charms.
Spring Fairy: Inner Sect disciple of Spiritual Food Valley, third level of Qi Refining, ...
Summer Fairy: Inner Sect disciple of Scarlet Flame Valley, third level of Qi Refining, ...
Autumn Fairy: Branch member of Ink Sword Manor, second level of Qi Refining, ...
Winter Fairy: Heir of Cold Star Temple, third level of Qi Refining, ...
Indeed, in the cultivation world, resources are limited, and unranked families and sects find it hard to obtain resources. Venturing out is extremely dangerous. To pursue the Immortal Path, one must strive to acquire resources, just like Winter Fairy, who has to work hard to maintain her cultivation resources.
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