Chapter 150: Reentering the Library Archive

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Ji Jiuxuan wholeheartedly agreed with this. Otherwise, when selecting her destined weapon after foundation establishment, her master would have asked what kind of destined sword she wanted, not just a destined weapon.

“Do you remember what your master said? Learn more skills; it’s an extra safeguard.”

What had been confusing before suddenly became clear. “So my original intention was to make myself stronger. Setting speed as a goal was because then no one could defeat me.”

“That’s exactly right. The more knowledge you gain, the more useful it will be someday.”

With the system’s guidance, Ji Jiuxuan no longer felt troubled. She looked at Wei Si with a serious expression. “I’ll participate. Thank you for your trouble.”

At first, there was some concern that the young girl might refuse, given how long she had been confined here and her usual style of cultivation, which might have led her to outright reject continuing.

Wei Si nodded, his spiritual power fluctuating as the surrounding environment transformed completely.

“This is the secret test realm of the library pavilion. As long as you pass smoothly, you will automatically advance to the second level.”

The surroundings were shrouded in white mist. Suddenly, over a hundred meters below, a vast open space appeared.

Silver-white beams of light divided the entire area into two sides, each filled with numerous puppet soldiers, resembling a chessboard.

“You control the red side. Using your divine sense, you can command all the red soldiers. All their moves come from you.”

Wei Si explained as he observed the setup below, eager to see what the young girl could achieve.

The opposing side was black, currently attacking the red side.

Ji Jiuxuan quickly followed the methods taught by Wei Si’s ancestor to control the puppets below.

This battle was somewhat different from a normal one: the opponent made a move, but the battle scenario would only unfold if she responded.

It was like a punch-for-punch exchange, testing who was stronger and who would win.

Everything depended on the puppets’ fates, ultimately deciding the outcome.

It was quite fascinating; the puppets flawlessly executed their techniques and cultivation methods.

Even without cultivation, Ji Jiuxuan could clearly see how the techniques operated.

Watching the opponents’ moves, images of the cultivation methods she had seen during this time surfaced in her mind. She manipulated the red puppets, employing the techniques she had learned to fight the enemy.

The battle was intense and thrilling. Wei Si was pleased; this decision had been the right one.

Although the interplay and counters between the cultivation methods were somewhat lacking, overall it was impressive. Out of his appreciation for talent, he had considered letting her pass easily but couldn’t resist seeing how far she could go.

Ji Jiuxuan was unaware that Wei Si was controlling the black side beneath. Even after all her controlled soldiers had been wiped out, the black side still had several remnants.

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Losing left her somewhat disheartened.

“Thank you, ancestor, for giving this disciple this opportunity.”

Seeing her downcast expression, Wei Si understood she had misunderstood.

He smiled and said, “Congratulations, you’ve advanced to the next level.”

Ji Jiuxuan looked up at Wei Si in surprise and asked in confusion, “But all my soldiers have been completely destroyed.”

“This challenge isn’t about how many you have left but how many the black side retains. As long as less than half remain on their side, you pass.”

Wei Si laughed heartily. Seeing her expression shift from gloom to joy lifted his spirits as well. The young girl truly wanted to learn; if he had given her the chance and she still didn’t care, he wouldn’t feel this good.

“Thank you, ancestor!” Ji Jiuxuan was genuinely happy. From the battle, she had learned much. Even though she couldn’t use cultivation methods belonging to other spiritual roots, understanding their principles meant future battles and countermeasures would come easily.

“Go ahead, to the next level.” With a wave of his hand, Ji Jiuxuan felt herself instantly transported.

Looking around, she noticed the books had completely changed from the previous level.

As with the first level, a beam of light descended where she stood, accompanied by comfortable desks and chairs. Books lined up and flew toward her, awaiting her perusal.

Seeing the young girl earnestly continue reading, Wei Si felt eager to see how far she would progress.

The top two levels housed cultivation manuals imbued with consciousness. It depended on whether she could win their favor and recognition.

Time passed unknowingly. Ji Jiuxuan immersed herself daily in the sea of books. The aura of the Way of Books on her grew stronger, and her entire demeanor transformed.

No one knew how long it had been; now, her stature had grown considerably, taking on the air of a young adult.

Thankfully, her magical robes could stretch and adapt automatically to her changing form; otherwise, she wouldn’t have been able to stay so long.

After passing the fourth level’s test, Wei Si looked at her seriously. “Young one, although you have earned the chance to enter the next level, whether you gain their recognition depends on you.”

He then explained the special conditions of the remaining two levels. “The fifth and sixth levels’ cultivation manuals are sentient. You can only read their contents if they accept you. Passing the sixth level’s recognition means you can ascend without hindrance.”

Ji Jiuxuan’s mind involuntarily recalled her experience entering the fifth level before, and she felt uneasy. Though many books flew to her, she lacked confidence that all would accept her.

She took a deep breath and stopped dwelling on it. Having passed, the gains far exceeded those of just the first level.

She would proceed within her capabilities.

“Are you ready?”

Wei Si looked at Ji Jiuxuan. Seeing her determination only increased his satisfaction.

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“I’m ready!”

After a flash of light, Ji Jiuxuan vanished again from the fourth level. This time, the formation beneath her feet was clearly visible.

The teleportation array carried an ancient aura and astonishing protective power.

Upon entering the fifth level, the previous scene reappeared: numerous fire-attribute books flying swiftly toward her.

This time, Wei Si did not enter to assist, nor did he follow. Everything depended solely on her.

“Wait, wait—could you come one by one?” she pleaded.

Though somewhat reluctant, the cultivation manuals paused instead of rushing directly at her as before.

Ji Jiuxuan inexplicably sensed the books’ thoughts: they refused to line up.

High-level cultivation methods often had strong personalities.

“Then let’s draw lots to decide.” She suddenly remembered a fun item her third brother had given her—a lot-drawing barrel.

She took it out, set the parameters, and the palm-sized barrel instantly grew huge. A giant golden formation expanded from the barrel’s center, fixing itself on the ground.

“There are squares inside. Those willing to let me study them can enter the formation squares. I’ll draw lots; whoever is drawn will be the one.”

Curious, one book leapt inside, lighting up its square and the corresponding lot inside the barrel.

Others followed suit, filling the formation, though not all could enter.

“I’ll draw first. When there’s a vacancy later, those willing can enter.”

Ji Jiuxuan approached the barrel. Though unsure of her age, she guessed her height was about 1.45 meters.

She easily drew a lot from within the formation.

“Light Fire Shadow Sword Technique.” What a coincidence.

As she read the lot’s name, the chosen cultivation manual flew toward her. The books unable to enter quickly filled the gaps.

Other attribute manuals watched from the shelves, amused by the scene. Some flew down, circling around, watching and waiting for Ji Jiuxuan to finish reading one before seeing who would be chosen next.

(The End of This Chapter)