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Surprisingly Enough(NOT), Common Sense Is Overpowered in a Cliché Cultivation World

35. Apprenticeship~

Ning walked out of the registration hall. He was already wearing the inner sect robe and held a jade stone in his hand. Normally, he would have stood beside Elder Ze Xuan, as every other disciple did, but he was a man on a mission.

"Excuse me, Elder Ze Xuan," Ning politely drew the attention of the elder in charge.

"Hmm? What is it?" Elder Ze Xuan seemed surprised by the sudden call.

"Elder Xu asked me to go and visit Elder Ling," N...

Surprisingly Enough(NOT), Common Sense Is Overpowered in a Cliché Cultivation World

34. Registration~

Ning and the group were led by the two elders to the inner sect. It didn't take long for the group to reach the inner sect.

"As expected, the density of spiritual energy present is far higher than in the outer sect."

Since it was the first time for the outer sect disciples to come to the inner sect area, they quickly realized the difference in the air. The spiritual energy here was much more abundant than in the outer sect region, by almost...

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33. Plot~

Ning woke up early in the morning. After freshening up, he proceeded to gather all the materials he needed to take to the inner sect in his newly acquired space pouch. Since he didn't have much to carry in the first place, fitting everything into the pouch was a breeze.

"So convenient if only I could place those plants inside the pouch as well," Ning mused.

In his spare time, Ning dedicated himself to cultivating unique plants. These were not your ...

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32: Space Pouch~

After distributing the prizes, the outer sect competition was still not over.

Elder Ze cleared his throat, attracting the attention of everyone. Well, that alone might not have attracted the attention of everyone, but the crushing pressure he exuded sure did.

After being sure that he had everyone's attention, he continued, "All of the thirteen disciples who have won would be given a jade stone. Those who want to become inner sect disciples g...

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31. Prizes~

As if waking up from a dream, the crowd went from total silence to making a lot of noise, their reactions oscillating between shock and disbelief. It was utter chaos as if the scene before them was just a lie, a fantastical illusion shattered by an unexpected reality.

"Impossible!"

"How can this trash beat Senior Brother?" They still persisted in calling him trash despite witnessing his astonishing victory.

Ning could even see a few people ...

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30: Finale~

Everyone fell silent as they witnessed how the fight they had expected to be intense turned out to be surprisingly easy. This had been a recurring theme for a while now. Every time they anticipated a fierce battle, it would unfold in a completely different manner than their expectations. However, this didn't dampen the crowd's enthusiasm.

"Wow! That guy actually did it. He defeated Wei Fa!"

"I believe his name is Ji Ning?"

"This outer sect ...

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29: That Time I Became a Beyblade~

The supervising elder, who had seemed to become non-existent at some point, also arrived at the field. He appeared to be shocked by the recent events that had transpired, but he still had a job to do. So, he announced Xiao Fan as the winner and continued the tournament.

After everyone calmed down, Ning prepared to make his move. Nudging the fatty beside him, he conveyed his intention.

"Fatty Li, I am going to challenge some...

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27 & 28: Young Master Shenanigans~

Xiao Fan and Hu Duyi stood their ground, their positions firm as the anticipation of the audience filled the air. Xiao Fan maintained a calm and focused gaze, his eyes reflecting his unwavering determination. On the other hand, Hu Duyi sported a mocking smile, oozing with overconfidence.

The staring contest between the two competitors had stretched on for what seemed like an eternity, and awkwardness began to creep in with ea...

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26. Faster the Better~

The way the Outer Sect competition was organized was quite simple. It consisted of two phases. The first phase was the preliminary round, which was compulsory for all disciples who wanted to enter the inner sect, with the exception of the top 3 of the Outer Sect.

Including them in the preliminary would have appeared like bullying, so they were exempt.

Since the participants were determined by drawing lots, everyone had two chances. Eve...

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25. Shatter Mountains~

After calling Xiao Fan, the elder proceeded to call out a name that surprised not only the crowd but also Ning.

"Disciple Wei Fa!"

At once, the audience became frenzied and excited. They were all hyped to see an epic beatdown, especially since Xiao Fan could be considered famous or rather infamous for things he had done and the number of high-ranking disciples he had provoked.

With Ning's acute hearing, he noticed some guy saying...

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24. Outer Sect Competiton~

Ning was walking along the paved road toward the arena. It was the place where the competition was usually held, and most of the duels were also conducted there. Yes, duels. If someone harbored enmity, they could fight in this arena.

Killing others was not permitted, though some young masters would occasionally ignore this rule and kill their opponents. After all, "accidental" deaths were a thing.

Ning didn't frequent the arena muc...

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23. FInal Stretch~

A few days later, deep within the Black Snake Forest, Ning found himself standing waist-deep in an unnamed river. There were large rocks tied to his legs, as he engaged in a focused and rigorous training routine. His expression remained solemn, his movements precise and deliberate.

Ning was training his shadow steps with a 'unique' method. It was a method he had emulated from his numerous novel experiences. Particularly, he drew inspiration from...

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22. Stalking is recommended~

A trio of youths clad in the distinctive outer sect robes traversed the dense forest, their purpose evident as they searched intently for something or someone. Leading the group was a disciple whose sharp gaze exuded an air of stability, akin to a steadfast mountain. This formidable presence belonged to none other than Wei Fa, the fifth-ranked disciple in the outer sect.

Meanwhile, concealed amidst the foliage, a youth observed them wi...

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21. Next Realm~

Ning meticulously prepared a small wooden tub, carefully filling it with cold water and a selection of medicinal herbs renowned for their ability to soothe and harmonize Qi within the body.

Every step was a crucial part of the process leading up to the consumption of the precious Dragon Qi Grass. To obtain these herbs, Ning had exchanged a significant portion of his hard-earned spirit stones.

"I'm going to be broke soon at this rate," Ning mu...

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20. Effects of Soul Ferrying~

In the Black Snake Forest, Ning stood over a spirit beast—a black fang wolf, equivalent to a third-stage cultivator—but currently, it twitched fiercely, a large pool of blood staining the ground until it ceased. The wolf was dead.

With a solemn expression, Ning lingered beside the lifeless creature, closing his eyes and commencing the recitation of the scripture that had manifested in his mind.

As the diamond-shaped mark on ...

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19. Soul Ferrying Scripture~

As he walked home, Ning could not help but ponder.

Was it mere coincidence that he came across the injured saw-tooth tiger and obtained its core, or was it for Xiao Fan all along,? Was it his luck or Xiao Fan's?

If this were a novel, Ning imagined a scenario where he would inadvertently offend Xiao Fan while selling the cores, unjustly raising the price, and ultimately meeting a tragic end. The core would then find its way into X...

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18. Trade~

"Hello there. How can I assist you today?"

Ning remained calm when meeting the protagonist. He didn't make the cliché mistake of yelling out their name or acting so exaggeratedly that it came off as suspicious. He had long been prepared for their meeting. After all, it was inevitable since they were both in the same sect.

"I want to buy all the demon cores you have," Xiao Fan replied, his eyes gleaming with excitement as he surveyed the numerous ...

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17. Unexpected Encounter~

After recovering from his cramp, Ning continued his training.

In the wilderness, Ning relentlessly fired arrow after arrow toward a wooden board adorned with a circular target. He was fully focused on honing his archery skills.

With just one day remaining before the blessing expired, Ning wisely decided to make the most of his remaining time and further enhance his archery abilities.

In particular, he wanted to achieve a highe...

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16. Double Breakthrough

"Pure Qi Sutra" served as the primary cultivation technique of the sect, so its effectiveness couldn't be underestimated. It was a great technique to lay the foundation for the cultivators. However, its sole drawback lay in its difficulty to make progress.

Now, Ning wanted to break through to the second floor of the Pure Qi Sutra.

Ning took one of the remaining spirit stones in his hand. Its aura swiftly permeated his body, flowing in...

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15. State Of Blessing

That's a lot of nines.

That was the first thought that came to his mind; the second was, "Heavens, it really worked."

Ning glanced at his panel:

[

Name: Ji Ning

Spiritual Root: Mid-grade Spiritual Root.

Attributes: Five Elemental Attributes

Talent: Extreme Space-Time Sensitivity

Realm: Great Circle of 1st Stage of Qi Condensation

Cultivation Method: Pure Qi Sutra (1st Floor:79/100)

Martial...

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14. Wicked idea

It was only after he arrived back at his cave that Ning let loose his grin.

It was a gamble but one he was willing to take.

Knowledge.

Knowledge. It was his greatest asset, even more, valuable than the panel. His mind was filled with a vast reservoir of tropes, elements, and storytelling devices. This knowledge had served as his secret weapon, aiding him in various ways throughout his cultivation journey.

Ning pondered the signifi...

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13. Massacre

Ning swiftly concealed himself, taking advantage of his still-intact camouflage. Lowering his presence, he positioned himself to observe the unfolding scene.

There were ten people surrounding a single person. And who else could it be but our resident protagonist, Xiao Fan? With his acute hearing, he caught snippets of their conversation.

"You ignorant trash, do you even know who you've offended?" a tall and stern figure bellowed, clearly the lea...

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12. Hunt 

Deep within the depths of the Black Snake Forest, far beyond the usual territories Ning ventured into, a majestic green tiger resided. The tiger was engrossed in devouring the flesh of an unidentified creature, the gruesome sight of the mangled corpse making it impossible to discern its true nature.

Unaware of the impending danger, the tiger appeared relaxed, lowering its guard as it continued its meal. However, its tranquility was shattered when it...

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11. Weapon

In the end, Ning still purchased the incense stick, despite the conflicting emotions in the disciple's gaze. It was a mixture of happiness for making a sale and sadness for not being able to sell it at a higher price.

Ning felt it was quite a contradicting gaze with complex emotions.

Being in the first stage of Qi condensation, it was generally advised to avoid using pills for cultivation unless they were of high purity. The early stages were cruc...

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10. Meditation Incense~

Ning peered down at the massive boar sprawled before him. Its size far surpassed that of the typical boars found on Earth, easily dwarfing any ordinary human. Yet, despite its imposing stature, the boar posed little threat to Ning.

A small wound marred its hide, rendering the creature temporarily incapacitated. Ning reached into his satchel, retrieving a notebook and a pen. He carefully jotted down the pertinent details of his observations,...

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9. A Fight~

Ning returned to the sect to prioritize the completion of his mission. He wanted to ensure that no unforeseen accidents would disrupt his mission, so he made the prudent decision to postpone his experiment for the time being.

This was particularly important considering that he currently lacked the necessary tools to facilitate the experiment. Without the appropriate equipment, attempting the experiment would be futile and could potentially lead to inac...

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8. First Mission~

"This mission is quite good."

Upon seeing the mission, Ning's hesitation vanished, and he promptly tore the paper from the wall.

"Excuse me, I would like to undertake this mission," Ning addressed the clerk. With a nod, the clerk jotted down the mission name and Ning's information. Nothing seemed out of the ordinary to him, as the mission was considered easy and suitable for a first-stage Qi cultivator.

The reason this particular miss...

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7. Pure Qi Sect~

In a cold, dimly illuminated cave, a young man darted about with remarkable agility. His eyes exhibited an unwavering focus, while his ethereal figure seemed to blend seamlessly with his surroundings as if he were a ghostly apparition traversing the space.

This enigmatic individual was none other than Ning. Over the past ten days or so, he had been solely focused on cultivation. Without aimlessly wandering or causing any disturbances, he chose to ...

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6. Changes in Panel~

[

Name: Ji Ning

Spiritual Root: Mid-grade Spiritual Root.

Attributes: Five Elemental Attributes

Talent: Extreme Space-Time Sensitivity

Realm: 1st Stage of Qi Condensation (Consolidated)

Cultivation Method: Pure Qi Sutra (1st floor: 6/100)

Martial Arts: Bone Forging Fist (Starting: 99/100), Shadow Steps (Starting:99/100), Turtle Breathing (Starting:1/100)

]

The data displayed in the panel seemed t...

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5. Practice~

[Turtle Breathing Art: Mortal Rank-Medium Level

Hides the presence and breath of the user, at the highest level can fake death.

Price:36 Low-Grade Spirit Stones.]

Ning's eyes shone as he looked at the description written on the wooden board.

This technique didn't have any offensive or defensive abilities but was solely for stealth. He did not mind it at all, even preferred it.

Ning had no intention of courting death anytime soo...