Not too long after his reincarnation, Zhang Xuan managed to reach Heart of Tranquil Water after assimilating his previous body's soul.
All along, he had been relying on the Library of Heaven's Path to look for flaws and problems. Could it be that... his Heart of Tranquil Water wasn't in the State of Insight?
If it wasn't, he wouldn't be able to take the master teacher examination. What was the use of having such an incredible library?
This couldn't be real, right...
At this point, Zhang Xuan felt like crying.
However, he soon came to a realization.
When he saw others cultivating battle techniques, the Library of Heaven's Path would automatically compile a book on them. No one would pay any heed to it. It was impossible to discern whether there was any order or sequence in the battle technique.
"This... How do I determine if one is in the State of Insight or Harmonization realm?" At this point, Zhang Xuan couldn't help but ask.
"Oh, this is actually very simple. I have a [Stone of Insight] here. Just hold it in your palm and adjust your Soul Depth to reach Heart of Tranquil Water. If the number on it is displayed, it will be the State of Insight. If not, it will be the Harmonization realm!"
Liu Ling took out a light green stone. Its surface was filled with all kinds of inscriptions, causing one to feel dizzy just by looking at it.
"Of course, there are differences in the State of Insight as well. The higher the number, the more talented one is. Usually, when one's Soul Depth reaches 3, one can take the 1-star master teacher examination! Senior, despite your young age, you are already able to teach so well. On top of that, you were chosen by Yang shi, so your Soul Depth has probably reached 4, 5, or even higher. You aren't someone that the few of us who have exhausted our potential can compare to! "
At this, Liu Ling and the others turned to look at Zhang Xuan with envy in their eyes.
The Soul Depth of the State of Insight was the standard to judge a talented master teacher. The higher one's Soul Depth was, the deeper one's understanding of the world, and the greater their improvements would be.
The few of them had barely reached that level. Even though they had cultivated diligently over the years, their potential had already been exhausted. Even if they were to become Zongshi, it was hard to say whether they would be able to pass the 2-star master teacher examination.
To be able to catch Yang shi's eye, the young man before them was bound to possess boundless potential. In their view, the other party's Soul Depth was likely to be above 3. This was also the reason why they were willing to address him as Senior Zhang Xuan without the slightest embarrassment.
"This Stone of Insight... Can you give it to me?"
"This is the standard that master teachers use when accepting apprentices. It's similar to the Strength Measuring Rock Pillar. I have a few of them here. If Senior wishes to use them, feel free to take them!" Liu Ling chuckled, "However, given Senior Brother's age, I don't think he has reached the Heart of Tranquil Water state yet. There is no need to rush. You can take the test whenever you reach it!"
"Un!" Grabbing the Stone of Insight, Zhang Xuan lowered his head to take a look.
The patterns on the surface were formed naturally. There were no signs of any crafting, and they gave off a unique charm. If one looked at them, they would be able to see the essence of everything and find the source.
"Right, where can I take the master teacher examination?"
Zhang Xuan asked as he put away the Stone Vein.
"Naturally, the master teacher examination has to be conducted in Mingshi Tang. The branch closest to Tianxuan Kingdom is Tianwu Tier-1 Kingdom. There is a 2-star master teacher stationed there, as well as a complete set of facilities. Putting aside 1-star master teachers, even 2-star master teachers are qualified to take the examination."
Liu Ling said, "Senior Martial Brother, when your mental state reaches Heart Like Still Water, you can come here to give it a try. As long as you meet the requirements, you can sign up."
"Alright!" Zhang Xuan nodded his head.
"Alright then. Senior, feel free to instruct us if you need anything in the future. We will be taking our leave first!"
After chatting for a while longer, Liu Ling and the others stood up and bade farewell.
Upon seeing them leave, Zhang Xuan flicked his wrist and the Stone of Insight appeared in his palm.
"Let me test if I have reached the State of Insight, Heart of Tranquil Water..."
In this world, only by becoming a master teacher would one possess an immortal status. It would be much more convenient for one to do anything, and it would also allow the Library of Heaven's Path to display its potential. If one didn't possess such talent, one could only stare at it helplessly.
Placing the Stone of Insight in his palm, Zhang Xuan grasped it tightly and entered the Heart of Tranquil Water state. In an instant, he was devoid of emotions and anxiety.
This state could suppress one's frustrations and impatience, allowing one to analyze and deal with matters calmly. It was the dream of every cultivator.
However, in order to reach this state, one had to be extremely focused. In the entire Hongtian Academy, only the principal was able to do so.
This was precisely the reason why Shen Bi Ru nearly fainted from shock when she saw Zhang Xuan reaching such a state.
Weng!
Upon reaching the Heart of Tranquil Water state, the Stone of Insight in Zhang Xuan's hand shook and a row of numbers slowly appeared.
Upon seeing the words, Zhang Xuan heaved a sigh of relief.
Liu Ling had said that the Heart of Tranquil Water at the State of Fulfillment wouldn't display any words. Since there were words, it meant that he had reached the State of Insight.
His worries were groundless. He did possess the talent of a master teacher.
Previously, when others executed their battle techniques, he didn't sense any order or sense of order. He thought that he didn't possess such talent, but it seemed like his worries were unfounded.
No matter what, he was a powerful existence who possessed the Library of Heaven's Path. How could he not possess the talent of a master teacher?
Heaving a sigh of relief, Zhang Xuan opened his palm and looked at the Stone of Insight.
Reaching 3 meant that one could take the 1-star master teacher examination. Logically speaking, a genius like him should at least reach 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, or 9!
Otherwise, it wouldn't be befitting of his identity.
Gleeful, the numbers on the Stone of Insight finally stopped shaking and appeared before him.
Just as he was fantasizing about taking the master teacher examination, Zhang Xuan saw the words on the Stone of Insight. In an instant, his eyeballs nearly popped out of their sockets and he spurted a mouthful of blood.
"This... Is this for real?"
His face twitched and he was on the verge of tears.
A few dry words appeared on the Stone of Insight — 0.1.
You shouldn't toy with me like this.
From Liu Ling's tone, it sounded like others were at 3 or 4, and there were even talented geniuses at 5, 6, and 7. Initially, Zhang Xuan thought that even if he wasn't a genius, he should at least be qualified to take the master teacher examination with a minimum cutoff of '3'. 0.1...
Brother, do you dare to lower it further?
"I don't believe it..."
On the verge of tears, Zhang Xuan placed the Stone of Insight on his palm once more.
A moment later.
Staring at the 0.09 on the Stone of Insight, Zhang Xuan felt as though someone had slapped him on the face. His lips twitched uncontrollably.
The heck, you really dare to lower it further!
He had always thought that he was a genius among geniuses, but in the end... This reality was too much of a slap to his face!
How could he take the master teacher examination with such a low score? Take the master teacher examination my ass!
He would probably be chased out even if he were to compete for the position of an apprentice.
"I don't believe it..."
After a few more tries, Zhang Xuan finally understood that his Soul Depth was so low that it made one's hair stand on end. Every time he took the test, he would deplete his Soul Depth by 0.01. As for now... he was only left with 0.05.
"I can only ask Liu Ling and the others if there is any secret to raising my Soul Depth. Otherwise, with such a low Soul Depth, it would be impossible for me to take the master teacher examination!"
Suppressing the urge to faint, Zhang Xuan consoled himself.
Right now, he could only hope that Mingshi Tang had the secret to raising his Soul Depth. By then, he could make use of the Library of Heaven's Path to compile a Heaven's Path manual and improve swiftly.
Otherwise, with his current Soul Depth, he wouldn't even be qualified to become a star teacher.
Just when he was contemplating what he should do with his low Soul Depth, he heard a knock on the door.
"Is Zhang Xuan laoshi in?"
"Emperor Shen Zhui?"
Zhang Xuan recognized the voice and said, "Come in!"
Jiya!
The door opened and two people walked in.
One of them was Emperor Shen Zhui and the other was a handsome middle-aged man. Taking a closer look, he bore some resemblance to Zhao Ya.
"Miss Zhang, this is Zhao Ya's father, City Lord Zhao Feng. He has specially come over to thank you for taking care of his daughter." Emperor Shen Zhui spoke humbly.
Even though the other party wasn't a master teacher yet, he was Yang shi's direct disciple and the senior of Liu Shi and the others.
Before such a person, even the emperor of a country wouldn't dare to put on airs.
"I am Zhao Feng. Paying respect to Miss Zhang!" City Lord Zhao Feng stepped forward.
"Since you are Zhao Ya's father, there's no need to stand on ceremony. Sit!"
Zhang Xuan greeted.
"I have heard from Yao Han about how Miss Zhang has taken care of my daughter over the past few days, and I am extremely grateful for it. I know that given Miss Zhang's identity and capability, you don't lack gold coins. Thus, I sent my men to search for it, and coincidentally, I found a [Crystal of Insight] to thank teacher! "
After exchanging pleasantries, City Lord Zhao Feng passed an object over.
"Insight Jade?" Looking at the item that the other party passed over, Zhang Xuan was perplexed.
"The Crystal of Insight is similar to spiritual energy for cultivators. Not only can it replenish one's depleted Soul Depth, it can also gradually raise it. It is an item used by master teachers to cultivate their Soul Depth, and it is extremely valuable. I have searched through countless jade mines in Baiyu City, but this is the only one I have found."
City Lord Zhao Feng explained.
"It can raise one's Soul Depth?" Zhang Xuan's eyes lit up.
Truly, sending a pillow when one is sleepy.
Just when he was worrying about his low Soul Depth, this City Lord Zhao Feng suddenly sent him this Crystal of Insight. This is great!
"How can I accept such a valuable item?" Zhang Xuan felt a little embarrassed.
There was only one in the entire Baiyu City, so its value couldn't be measured with money.
It seemed like the other party had put in a lot of effort to search for it.
"The favor that Miss Zhang has shown my daughter is worth more than a single Crystal of Insight!" City Lord Zhao Feng said respectfully.
Seeing through Zhao Ya's unique constitution and paying a huge price to help her awaken it...
The favor was simply too great. Even though the Crystal of Insight was valuable, it was impossible for him to repay it.
"Then I'll thank you!"
Knowing that the other party was sincere in giving him this, if he were to reject it, he would be terrified. Furthermore, it just so happened that he had a use for it as well. Thus, he nodded his head and accepted it.
"Zhao Ya is my student, and it is my duty to guide her in her cultivation so that she can raise her cultivation faster. This isn't a trade, and I don't need you to repay me for it."
Zhang Xuan waved his hands. "However, I do need the Crystal of Insight. How about this, Zhao Ya showed me the cultivation technique of your Baiyu City back then, and I've modified it a little. I'll make a copy of it for you so that you can cultivate according to it in the future. Take it as payment for the Crystal of Insight!"
"Cultivation technique? Modified... a little? "
Zhao Feng and Emperor Shen Zhui widened their eyes in bewilderment.
"The third chapter has arrived! Continue writing the fourth chapter. Zhang Xuan: "When no one is around to slap my face, I even slap my own face. Are you afraid now? If you are, hand over your monthly tickets! "
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