The cultivator who doesn't want to improve his cultivation

"Disciple... disciple?"

"Did I hear it right? The Sect Leader called him disciple?"

"Is he the new disciple personally taught by the Sect Leader, Ye Tian?"

At this moment, the crowd around them looked at Chen Su and Ye Tian sitting side by side, all stunned.

Even some elders who had rushed over from nearby areas looked somewhat hesitant.

"Unbelievable, the Sect Leader's disciple has only been in the sect for more than 20 days, but he is already at the ninth level of Qi Condensation?"

"Oh no, such a monstrous talent, the one who died was just a disciple who hadn't even reached the Foundation Establishment stage. I don't think the Sect Leader will necessarily punish him."

"That's not necessarily true. Our Sect Leader has always been known for his iron-fisted fairness..."

Amidst the discussions of the crowd, Chen Su stood up and looked at everyone around him.

"Fellow daoists, I had intended to announce this at a later time, but given the current situation, I have no choice but to reveal it now."

"My student, Ye Tian, possesses the rare and pure Immaculate Body. Although his cultivation talent is extraordinary, he is prone to being disturbed by demons during his cultivation."

"Today's incident had a reason behind it, and besides, I just checked. Before Ye Tian took action, Zhou Yun had already failed in his breakthrough and was on the verge of death..."

Saying this, Chen Su took a deep breath and addressed the crowd.

"However, a crime has been committed, and although the death penalty can be commuted, the living penalty cannot be avoided. My student Ye Tian has committed such a heinous offense today, and I hereby sentence him to solitary confinement in the rear mountains for a hundred years. He is not allowed to leave until the designated time has passed!"

This announcement caused a commotion among the crowd.

"So it's the rare and pure Immaculate Body. I've heard that this body is prone to demonic disturbances. Today, I finally see it for myself!"

"But the cultivation talent of the Immaculate Body is indeed very strong. In just over 20 days, he has reached the ninth level of Qi Condensation, which is a year's worth of effort for ordinary cultivators!"

"What use is talent in cultivation if one lacks proper mindset? Being prone to demonic disturbances is a serious flaw. It's debatable whether such a person will become stronger than us in the future."

"It's good to be the Sect Leader's personally taught disciple. Even after committing such a heinous crime, he only received a minor punishment of solitary confinement."

"That's a hundred years! If he fails to establish his foundation, he will die in the rear mountains. Even if he succeeds, a hundred years is a long time for ordinary cultivators to endure."

"..."

Chen Su ignored the discussions of the crowd. After announcing Ye Tian's punishment, he walked directly up to Ye Tian, patted his shoulder, and said, "He's gone. Don't look anymore. It's time to go."

Saying this, Chen Su took the severed head of Zhou Yun directly from Ye Tian's hands and turned to give it to one of the elders nearby.

"Give him a grand burial with honors."

After finishing this, Chen Su grabbed Ye Tian by the collar and took to the air, heading towards the rear mountains of the sect.

...

In the rear mountains, inside a desolate and dilapidated cave, Chen Su gently patted Ye Tian's shoulder.

"Student, given what has happened, you can no longer appear in front of everyone."

"A hundred years may seem like a long time for cultivators, but it's not that long."

"Although this rear mountain may seem desolate, it is a clean and peaceful place. You should cultivate here and focus on suppressing the demons in your heart. Once you have become stronger, you can face it head-on!"

Saying this, Chen Su let out a sigh.

"Zhou Yun was your first friend since joining the sect, and you had a deep friendship with him. I know it's difficult for you to accept what has happened."

"But for now, the only way is to raise your cultivation level and face it calmly when you become stronger."

Listening to Chen Su's words, Ye Tian took a deep breath and nodded to Chen Su.

"Teacher, I will remember your words."

"But right now, my heart is in chaos, and I need some time alone."

Hearing this, Chen Su nodded.

"Alright, I will arrange for someone to take care of your meals and daily needs. You just focus on cultivating for now."

Saying this, Chen Su stood up and left, leaving Ye Tian alone in the cave, staring blankly.

He stared at the bloodstains on his hands, squatted down, and leaned against the stone wall of the cave, his face expressionless and covered in blood.

After a while, Ye Tian quickly walked out, walked to the water by the rear mountains, and dunked his head into it.

...

"Brother Ye, it's time to eat."

Outside the cave, a man with a bare chest, a honest and straightforward appearance, thick eyebrows, and big eyes held a lunch box and called out to Ye Tian.

Hearing the voice, Ye Tian opened his eyes, which had been closed during meditation, and walked out.

He opened the lunch box, looked at the delicious food steaming with heat inside, and smiled at the man. "Old Cheng, you've made this again? It smells delicious."

"Yes, yes. Brother Ye, please taste it and tell me which ones you like best. I'll make them again next time," Old Cheng said with a honest and straightforward smile, looking expectantly at Ye Tian.

Old Cheng's name was Cheng Yuhai. He was assigned by Chen Su to take care of Ye Tian's meals and daily needs.

Cultivators below the Foundation Establishment stage still need to consume food to replenish their bodily energy. Cheng Yuhai said that Chen Su had chosen him for this task because of his cooking skills.

Listening to Cheng Yuhai's words, Ye Tian felt even more grateful to Chen Su.

Chen Su had treated him so well, even though he had to bear the scrutiny and criticism of the other disciples of the Qingcheng Sect because of his punishment.

In contrast, Ye Tian had repeatedly doubted Chen Su, which made him feel somewhat ashamed.

As Ye Tian was about to enjoy the meal, he suddenly frowned when he opened the last layer of the lunch box.

Inside the lunch box was a familiar sandalwood box.

Ye Tian picked it up gently, narrowed his eyes, and looked at Cheng Yuhai.

"Did the Teacher ask you to bring this over?"

Cheng Yuhai nodded.

"The Sect Leader said you had forgotten this in your original丹房and asked me to bring it to you to help you increase your cultivation."

Hearing this, Ye Tian raised an eyebrow.

"You know what it is, right? Aren't you tempted by it at all?"

Cheng Yuhai was an outer disciple at the peak of Qi Condensation. If he wanted to make further progress, this Foundation Establishment Pill was a necessary item.

"I know."

Cheng Yuhai nodded honestly.

"But I've never had any thoughts of breaking through."

"Over the years, I've seen too many cases of people failing in their breakthroughs and dying. I have people I care about, and I don't want to die like that."

Hearing this, Ye Tian was slightly surprised and looked at this honest and straightforward man with complex eyes.