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Invincible Disciple Recruitment System: The host gains double the disciple's cultivation and insights!

Lu Xuan was filled with excitement. "So, the disciple's cultivation matches mine, and their insights are doubled too!"

He realized, "I'll gain twice as much!"

In his mind, Lu Xuan saw Ji Fuyao's panel information.

[Senior Disciple: Ji Fuyao]

Realm: Middle stage of Daxuan KingPhysique: Burning Heaven Holy Body (Low level)Enlightenment: The Way of Spiritual Fire (Low level)Others: Damaged Dao foundation, damaged soul

The system's voice interrupted his thoughts, "Now doubling Ji Fuyao's cultivation and insights!"

Lu Xuan stood frozen as he felt immense changes within him.

Pure spiritual energy surged through his body, flooding his limbs and concentrating at his Dantian. His cultivation soared rapidly.

Qi Refining Realm!

Xuanshi Realm!

…

Late stage of King Daxuan!

Peak of King Daxuan!

Finally, Lu Xuan's cultivation stabilized at the early stage of the Xuanhuang Realm. Spiritual energy roared within him like a mighty river, his black hair dancing wildly. His presence was imposing, exuding an overwhelming aura.

Just as Lu Xuan was about to assess his newfound power, insights into the Way of Spiritual Fire flooded his mind.

Mastery of the Way of Spiritual Fire achieved!

Slowly, he extended his right hand, summoning a formidable spiritual fire that morphed and moved at his will, demonstrating incredible power.

With excitement, Lu Xuan realized, "By doubling Ji Fuyao's cultivation, I've advanced to the early Xuanhuang Realm! And I've gained double the understanding of her spiritual fire technique!"

Calling out to the system eagerly, Lu Xuan contemplated the future. "This is just the start. As Ji Fuyao progresses and gains insights, I'll gain double the benefits! If she takes on more disciples in the future, my progress will skyrocket!"

After a moment, he refocused and checked his system panel.

"Host: Lu Xuan"

Realm: Early stage of Xuanhuang Realm (Inaccessible to others without the host's display)Disciple: Empress FuyaoEnlightenment: The Way of Spiritual Fire (Mastery)

Lu Xuan nodded in satisfaction. "Good! With my realm hidden, I can live peacefully in the Dao Sect."

The system chimed again, "Congratulations to the host for recruiting a disciple and receiving a recruitment gift package! Would you like to open it?"

Excitedly, Lu Xuan replied, "Open!"

"Ding! Congratulations to the host for obtaining a One Star Great Emperor Three Hours Experience Jade Slip!"

"Ding! Congratulations to the host for receiving a Heavenly Level Daoji Pill!"

"Ding! Congratulations to the host for acquiring half a dragon's meat!"

In an instant, the rewards materialized in the system space.

Lu Xuan's eyes lit up as he examined the ancient jade slip in his hand. "This will be my trump card!"

Next, he inspected the Heavenly Level Daoji Pill.

"This is the Nine Dao Pills Heavenly Level Daoji Pill! It can immediately heal Daoji injuries," the system explained.

"Excellent," Lu Xuan remarked, satisfied.

Turning his attention to the dragon meat, he asked, "What are the effects of this dragon meat?"

"It's Xuanzun-level fire dragon meat, rich in spiritual fire power. Ideal for fire practitioners to boost their cultivation," the system replied.

Lu Xuan nodded, understanding how to use each reward. After a brief deliberation, he felt hunger creeping in. Glancing at the time, he murmured, "Time for dinner. Might as well cook something special. I'll start with the dragon meat rewarded by the system."

With that decision made, Lu Xuan headed to his kitchen—the thatched cottage.

Inside, he began preparing the dragon meat, chopping it into small pieces. Soon, the aroma of braised pork filled the air as he cooked.

Avenue Hall

Quietly entering, the sect leader approached a gray-robed elder.

"Mr. Mu, when Ji Fuyao completes her sect entry formalities later, hold off on her entrance examination rewards for now," the sect leader instructed.

The elder nodded. "Understood."

Sighing, the sect leader continued, "In next month's inner sect competition, not only should Ji Fuyao not win, but she should also be kept out of the top ten."

Observing Ji Fuyao's recent feats, the elder added, "Despite suppressing several outer sect elders today, she's clearly holding back. It's time to level the playing field for other true disciples."

The sect leader agreed. "We need to make it challenging. A talent like Ji Fuyao should not be overshadowed by Lu Xuan."

The elder suggested, "Perhaps a personal conversation with Lu Xuan could help. If he's willing to step back..."

"Good idea," the sect leader replied, disappearing from view.

Meanwhile, Ji Fuyao arrived at the Dao Palace, ready to formalize her entry into the sect and collect her entrance examination reward.

Dressed in a stunning red gown, Ji Fuyao ascended the hall steps gracefully, drawing admiration from fellow disciples. Her presence was captivating, her beauty ethereal.

Approaching the hall's depths, she encountered an elderly gray-robed elder seated before an ancient stone table. He greeted her warmly.

"Fuyao, the sect leader has instructed me. Here is your identity token," the elder said, offering a jade token.

"This token bears your contribution and requires a drop of blood to claim," he explained. "Congratulations, you're now an official disciple of our Dao Sect."

Ji Fuyao accepted the token with reverence and asked, "Where is my entrance examination reward?"

The elder smiled, "The sect master directed that due to Master Lu's wager, your dragon blood reward will be deferred for a month."

Displeased, Ji Fuyao sighed inwardly. The sect master's move was intentional—delaying her cultivation resources and dragon blood due to Lu Xuan's bet.

Accepting the token, she respectfully bowed to the elder and exited the hall, contemplating her next moves. Despite the setback, she resolved to excel in the upcoming inner door competition.

Outside, a young man in brocade approached her with a smile. "Miss Fuyao, what a coincidence. I'm Lin Feng from the Lin family. You needn't worry about the bet; with your talents..."

Ji Fuyao cut him off coldly. "Leave."

Undeterred, Lin Feng persisted, expressing his intentions for closer ties. Before he could finish, Ji Fuyao unleashed a surge of power, sending him crashing to the ground, bloodied.

"I don't want to see you again," she declared firmly, leaving onlookers stunned by her decisiveness.

Ignoring Lin Feng, she soared towards Qingxuan Peak.

Angered by Lu Xuan's bet, which cost her valuable cultivation resources and dragon blood, Ji Fuyao landed gracefully on the peak.

Meanwhile, Lu Xuan was busy cooking inside his thatched cottage, smoke rising from the chimney.

Spotting the cooking pot, Ji Fuyao approached with curiosity. On the wooden board beside it lay chopped spiritual animal meat and seasonings.

Noticing the meat, Ji Fuyao recognized its powerful spiritual fire energy. "Dragon meat? Where did you get this?"

Lu Xuan was surprised. "You knew?"

Ji Fuyao smiled knowingly. "The dragon meat must've come from the former peak master's resources. Sage Qingxuan had only one disciple, you."

She had investigated Qingxuan Peak before joining, aware of its resources.

Unaware of her knowledge, Lu Xuan continued cooking. He poured the chopped meat into the pot, beginning to stir-fry.

Observing his method, Ji Fuyao frowned. The potent essence of the dragon meat seemed wasted.

"I'll take over," she offered.

Surprised by her admission, Lu Xuan questioned, "You can cook?"

Ji Fuyao shook her head with a smile. "No."

Lu Xuan blinked in confusion.