Little Wushuang, are you messing with me?

Ji Wushuang never imagined that a simple meal could result in gaining a little—no, an old—disciple.

However, Ji Wushuang did not consider herself qualified to be a teacher, especially in the art of talisman crafting.

If it were swordsmanship, she might have had some confidence.

"I'm afraid I can't take you as my disciple."

Jin Shouxi, already prepared for Ji Wushuang's refusal, began to sob, "Master! I beg you! Please take me as your disciple!"

Ever since Jin Shouxi had his "awakening," he developed an indescribable affection for talisman crafting.

It felt as though he couldn't go a day without drawing two talismans, or his entire being would feel unsettled. Yet, learning from others always felt lacking, like scratching an itch through a boot.

If not for this, he wouldn't have thickened his skin to kneel before Ji Wushuang.

She was just a child!

And he still had his dignity!

Ji Wushuang looked at the chubby middle-aged man in front of her, sobbing with tears and snot, and her lips twitched involuntarily.

If it truly was her "unintentional mistake" that altered Jin Shouxi's fate...

Should she bear this karma?

Maybe she should calculate it first?

Pretending to help Jin Shouxi up, Ji Wushuang secretly unfurled the Heavenly Evolution Diagram and gradually saw through Jin Shouxi's "life"—or rather, his "lives."

Like countless others whose fates were influenced by the Chosen One, Jin Shouxi, like Lu Xingzhou, Lian Yuan, and Hua Fanyin, was also her stepping stone.

But compared to figures like Lu Xingzhou and Lian Yuan, Jin Shouxi's life was much simpler.

He was a "talisman qi"-infused individual of the Great Dao, possessing an extraordinarily terrifying, heaven-defying talent in talisman crafting. However, like true gold, the greater the talent, the harsher the trials.

Such geniuses must overcome the hurdle of "enlightenment" to truly "awaken."

Unfortunately, in his destined trajectory, Jin Shouxi never "awakened." Unable to endure the repeated failures that branded him a "hopeless case," he cheerfully abandoned talisman crafting and lived a carefree life supported by his family's wealth.

But after encountering the Chosen One, his "talisman qi" was absorbed by them, making the Chosen One a peerless genius in talisman crafting, a cornerstone of their future dominance. Meanwhile, Jin Shouxi, the original owner of the "talisman qi," never even knew he once possessed it.

Whether this was fortunate or unfortunate remained unclear.

But now, due to Ji Wushuang's intervention, her "spiritless talisman" had accidentally opened Jin Shouxi's "talisman aperture."

Thus, a prodigy in talisman crafting was born!

Ji Wushuang was left speechless...

What even was this?!

Watching Jin Shouxi clutch her leg and wail, Ji Wushuang fell silent for a moment before reluctantly handing him a communication talisman.

"Here, activate this."

Jin Shouxi, still tear-streaked, asked, "What is this?"

"It's the communication talisman of Chen Xuanji, the Grand Elder of Hongfu Peak and the Daoist of Heavenly Fate. Go ask her to take you as her disciple."

As for Ji Wushuang herself... that was truly impossible!

She was just a half-baked amateur!

The Grand Elder of Hongfu Peak, the Daoist of Heavenly Fate, Chen Xuanji?!

This name... Jin Shouxi had heard it from his brother's "praise"!

Jin Shouxi's chubby face trembled, "Ah... this... this... I... I am not worthy..."

Ji Wushuang sighed, "You infuse spiritual energy, and I'll talk to her."

"Ah?"

"Hurry up, I don't have any spiritual energy."

Jin Shouxi suddenly recalled the rumors about Ji Wushuang, the last direct disciple of Yunlan Sect's leader... being a useless cultivator?

Heavens!

Had he done something foolish? He hadn't meant to poke at Ji Wushuang's "wound."

Jin Shouxi immediately became a bundle of nerves, obediently channeling his spiritual energy. Soon, the communication talisman transmitted a clear, melodious voice.

"Xiao Wushuang, you called me?"

"Daoist, didn't you say you wanted someone to discuss the art of talismans with? I've found a disciple for you."

"@#￥%@#%￥"

A burst of crackling sounds came from the other end, followed by Chen Xuanji's eager voice, "Really? Are they as talented as you?"

"Even more talented than me!"

"Where are you? I'll be right there!"

Ji Wushuang gave her the location, and the communication talisman was cut off.

Jin Shouxi was dumbfounded, pointing at himself, "G-g-genius? Are you talking about me?"

Ji Wushuang nodded, then suddenly remembered something and kindly reminded him, "Your future master is a stunning beauty with an extreme obsession with cleanliness. You'd better clean up that snot-covered face of yours."

Jin Shouxi: "!!!"

He hurriedly tidied himself up, only to see a breathtaking beauty in a moon-white dress descending from the sky.

Her features were as serene as the moon, elegant and untouched by the mundane world.

The beauty glanced left and right, up and down, her anxiety evident, "Xiao Wushuang, where is my dear disciple?"