Jujutsu: Eight Magical Skills At The Beginning, Admission Is A Special Level

Chapter 5: The Four Major Professions

After digesting the last two Spirit Opening Pills through meditation, Lu Bei took a deep breath and slowly got up. He walked a little to stretch his stiff body and added some firewood to the stove.

A bedroll was laid out in front of the table, but Lu Bei didn't see Bai Jin. He conscientiously climbed into the bed.

There was nothing to be embarrassed about. It was likely that his senior sister had long surpassed the interest of staying in bed at such a low level, given her level of strength. On the other hand, he was weak and helpless, and without the protection of a bed, it would be difficult to guarantee that he wouldn't catch a cold tomorrow.

"Oh, it smells so good!"

...

The next morning, Lu Bei was awakened by the noise. When he got up, he saw about twenty strong men in the front yard. He was frightened and quickly rolled up his bedding, holding a small box filled with Mo Buxio, and ran to the backyard.

Bai Jin was in the backyard, her face covered with a layer of white gauze. Behind her was a middle-aged man dressed as a merchant. Whenever Bai Jin pointed her finger, the middle-aged man would take out a ledger and make a mark.

"Sister, what's going on?"

"Lu Junior Brother, you came just in time. Let me introduce you. This is Ding, the head of the Lofty Brow Faction of the Four Thorns Peak..."

"Ding, the head?"

"I am Ding Lei. Lu Junior Brother, nice to meet you."

"???"

The Four Thorns Peak and the Three Pristine Peak both belonged to the Nine Bamboo Mountain. The Lofty Brow Faction was located next to the Ascension Gate. They were considered neighbors.

This Emei was not the same as the other Emei. It just sounded impressive, but its strength was the same as the Ascension Gate, both being insignificant small fry. Looking at Ding Lei's secular appearance, it was clear that his intention was not about wine. He cultivated immortality in order to have a good physique, so that he could make more money.

Last night, Bai Jin infiltrated the Lofty Brow Faction and had a friendly meeting with Ding Lei, signing an order for the renovation of the Ascension Gate.

In theory, when one was sleeping soundly in the middle of the night, being disturbed by an uninvited female devil and forced to sign a humiliating labor contract, any faction of the Lofty Brow Faction would not be able to tolerate it. However...

She paid.

The agreement was indeed signed under coercion, but it was also made with real money. Ding Lei knew very well that if this matter were to be brought to the headquarters of the Extreme Monarch Sect Great Victory Pass, the official authorities might not even bother to deal with it. The final result would be a private settlement between the two parties.

Seeing that Bai Jin was generous with her money and quick to draw her sword, Ding Lei reluctantly swallowed his pride and arrived at the Three Pristine Peak early the next day.

Half of the other disciples were called to accompany him to boost their morale, while the rest went to Jade Chime District to recruit workers.

When Ding Lei saw Lu Bei, he was very polite, but there was a hint of sarcasm in his words. Obviously, he regarded Lu Bei as a freeloading pretty boy.

Disdain, but also envy, not contradictory.

Lu Bei felt uncomfortable under Ding Lei's sarcastic gaze. After understanding the general situation, he pulled Bai Jin's sleeve and went to a tree: "Senior Sister Bai, why is this happening so suddenly?"

"It's not sudden. In the cultivation world, having a partner in both wealth and cultivation is indispensable. Since Master Mo entrusted you to me, I am responsible for you."

Bai Jin frowned and said, "Lu Junior Brother, last night I visited several nearby peaks. Three Pristine Peak, where the Ascension Gate is located, is the poorest. It is not a good place for a martial arts training ground."

Last night, Bai Jin visited the nine peaks of the Nine Bamboo Mountain and found that Three Pristine Peak was indeed aptly named. There were no people, no money, and no spiritual energy. Even the Spiritual Bamboo, which was abundant in the Nine Bamboo Mountain, couldn't be found on Three Pristine Peak.

At a glance, it was clear that Three Pristine Peak was truly impoverished.

The lack of people and money could be easily solved, and the lack of spiritual energy was not a big deal either. There were better options nearby. Everyone could sit down and discuss, compete with martial arts, and it wouldn't take much time to reach a satisfactory result for both sides.

Hearing the implied meaning in Bai Jin's words, Lu Bei's eyes twitched. He thought to himself that she was indeed a cultivator from the Sword Sect, straightforward and not at all tactful.

I like it!

But...

"Sister, harmony is the most important. I have just taken over as the head, and if I offend our neighbors, how can I promote the Ascension Gate and fulfill our master's legacy in the future?"

Lu Bei earnestly said, "Furthermore, our master is highly skilled. Since he has chosen Three Pristine Peak, there must be a reason behind it. As his disciple, how can I go against his wishes?"

Bai Jin furrowed her brows, about to say something, but Lu Bei interrupted, "I know that with you taking care of me, it may offend the neighbors of Nine Bamboo Mountain. But Sister Bai, you can't take care of me forever. Sooner or later, you will have to return to the Towering Heaven Sword Sect, don't you think?"

Bai Jin nodded, agreeing with Lu Bei's words, and no longer mentioned the idea of changing mountains.

"By the way, Senior Sister Bai, if something like this happens again..."

Lu Bei pointed to Ding Lei, who was measuring dimensions, and whispered, "Can we discuss it?"

"What's wrong?"

"I am still young and want to work hard."

"What?"

"Never mind, I was just talking nonsense."

...

At noon, the disciples who were recruited arrived, bringing dozens of people up the mountain.

Bai Jin didn't mention the cost of rebuilding the Ascension Gate, and Lu Bei didn't ask. Whether he asked or not, he couldn't afford it anyway.

Watching the busy mountain gate, Lu Bei felt a sense of satisfaction, secretly proud of his potential as a "little white face," but also ashamed of his own satisfaction.

Sister Bai was so good to him, he should respect her.

Therefore, he decided to sincerely respect Bai Jin. He didn't pay any attention to the rumors about being a "little white face," not even considering explaining himself.

Explaining would be too deliberate, and superficial respect was not something he would stoop to.

Bai Jin also heard some gossip, but she remained unaffected and led Lu Bei to the edge of a deep pool in the back mountain, taking the first step in his cultivation.

Reading books.

Three sets of twelve Dao Scriptures were placed in front of Lu Bei. His task was to read them repeatedly until there was a response of spiritual energy in his body, completing the initial "Aperture Opening" stage.

The bad news was that the twelve classics stacked up to about half a meter high, which was daunting. The good news was that it wasn't a table of contents; everything was here.

So this is how NPCs "Aperture Opening," it's different from players!

"Aperture Opening" is when players choose their main profession. An account can only make this choice once, and once chosen, it cannot be changed. Players who regret their choice can only delete their account and start over.

In the Nine States World, there are four main professions: Dao Cultivator, Demon Cultivator, Monster Cultivator, and Buddhist Cultivator. Each has its own focus in the early stages and distinct characteristics in the late stages. Each profession has its own unique charm.

In the Nine States World, Dao Cultivator, Monster Cultivator, and Buddhist Cultivator are recognized as orthodox cultivation methods by various countries. Demon Cultivator, on the other hand, is considered unconventional. Due to the poor reputation of most Demon Cultivators, they occupy ninety percent of the wanted lists in various countries and are not recognized as mainstream.

That's the public perception, but privately...

Let me put it this way, whether it's Dao Cultivator or Monster Cultivator, the path of cultivation leads to the same goal. It's the best to learn from each other. If you don't know any Demon Cultivator techniques, you can't even say you're cultivating immortality.

Similarly, as a Demon Cultivator, it's reasonable and logical for me to have a few relics to protect myself.

Among the four main professions, Dao Cultivator has the greatest compatibility. It is inclusive and versatile, and the choice of techniques is the most flexible.

Demon Cultivators are passionate and persistent, emphasizing progress without retreat. As a result, fools and ruthless individuals tend to gather together, producing all sorts of oddities.

Monster Cultivators have the most restrictions. Only those from the Monster Race or those with Monster Race bloodlines can cultivate. It involves refining bloodlines, tracing back from acquired to innate, similar to a green caterpillar evolving into a hollow seat, awakening the hidden power in the bloodline. Monster Cultivators with powerful bloodlines can even awaken Divine Abilities, easily overpowering their peers.

Compared to these three flamboyant types, Buddhist Cultivators are more traditional, reserved, and steadfast in their own practices, without any flashy elements.

In the early stages, Buddhist Cultivators have the lowest combat power, but in the late stages, a powerful Buddhist Cultivator can be versatile, competing with Dao Cultivators in spells, confronting Demon Cultivators head-on, and wrestling with Monster Cultivators.

Of course, all of the above situations occur before players log in. When the fourth day of calamity arrives, these fearless individuals will cause a ruckus, making the local NPC cultivators exclaim in surprise. It turns out that immortals can cultivate in such ways.

(End of this chapter)