Hidden Moth

Chapter 169: Swallowing a Spirit Pill (Part 2)


Where should the story begin? According to common sense, the introduction should start with the techniques, the Magic Sects, and the Sorcerers. However, during this period, Xiaopang has already gained a rough understanding through Lin Qingshuang and Meng Ya, though the details remain unclear.

So let's start with the story of Meng Ya, something Xiaopang is more interested in.

Mentioning Meng Ya inevitably brings up Peng Xian. Xiaopang is acquainted with Peng Xian but doesn't know that Boss Peng is a Tier Two Angler of the Xingshen Sect, one of the Seven Great Magic Sects, and it was he who deceived Meng Ya.

Peng Xian tricked Meng Ya into coming to Qi Yuan to do work for him, with the aim of finding the Hidden Moth. Thus, it's necessary to introduce what the Hidden Moth is all about.

He Kao couldn't help but feel a sense of absurdity because the Hidden Moth back then was none other than Huang Xiaopang himself, and many things were done by Huang Xiaopang himself. Now, He Kao has to recount these stories to him as if he were unaware of it all.

Huang Xiaopang has a rather carefree mindset, or one could say he is quite adaptable. Even if he is internally shocked repeatedly, he doesn't shout or make a fuss on the spot; instead, he deeply sympathizes with Meng Ya's ordeal.

As it turns out, Meng Ya was not the domineering CEO archetype, and taking over Jinxing Media was actually under the guidance of He Kao, with the help of Yao Shaolan.

Lawyer Yao, whom Xiaopang also knows, he had dinner with her and Old Qian. He never thought she would be a Tier Two Broker of the Qi Observation Sect. Even more bizarre is that Qian Guran is her senior brother, already a Tier Four Government Official, his cultivation even surpassing that of Lin Qingshuang!

He Kao decided to tell Xiaopang all this because once Xiaopang formally acknowledges Lin Qingshuang as his mentor, sooner or later, he would learn about these events anyway. He might even question why He Kao kept it from him for so long.

He Kao might as well come clean before Xiaopang finds out by himself; now seems like the perfect time.

Xiaopang said He Kao didn't understand him, to which He Kao replied that Xiaopang didn't understand cultivation.

According to He Kao's analysis, Xiaopang is currently facing the trial of Entry Level. His body has completely recovered, feeling healthier than ever before, but his sensitivity to external stimuli has also been heightened.

Simple abstinence cannot truly resolve the issue; what's more important is the state of mind, which Xiaopang must handle himself. After saying this, He Kao left a bottle of Elixir for Xiaopang, which is the Essence Nourishing Pill.

This Elixir was also entrusted by Lin Qingshuang to He Kao last year. He Kao took it before entering the cultivation level, but only consumed one pill, leaving eleven pills now.

The method for consuming the Essence Nourishing Pill is to take one pill with at least a seven-day interval before taking the next. Its spiritual effect is to assist with Foundation Establishment before entering the sect.

During the period of taking the pills, strict abstinence is required... even self-abstinence is not allowed.

With the Elixir handed to Xiaopang and the explanations given, it's up to Xiaopang to decide when to take it. He Kao only advised adjusting his mental and physical state before taking it.

According to He Kao, Xiaopang should take the Essence Nourishing Pill whenever he feels ready.

He could see clearly that the spiritual effect of the pills was not the most important thing for Xiaopang. The true mystery lies in the process where Xiaopang feels ready to proceed.

Of course, he couldn't disclose this to Xiaopang. This is also considered a personalized advancement ritual.

Xiaopang looked at the ceramic bottle in front of him, remaining silent for a long time. Perhaps the influx of information was too overwhelming, leaving him somewhat unresponsive... finally, he raised his head and said, "Brother, thank you for telling me all this, but I still have one question."

He Kao: "What's your question?"

Xiaopang: "You introduced Elder Lin, Meng Ya, Old Qian, and Lawyer Yao, they are all disciples of various Magic Sects. But what about you! Which Magic Sect are you a disciple of? When did you get a mentor, and what is your cultivation level now?"

He Kao coughed a bit and said, "My situation is quite special and somewhat inconvenient to disclose. If you consult Old Qian or Elder Lin, they will explain to you, but this will have to wait until you are officially in the sect."

Xiaopang's eyes lit up, and he lowered his voice, "Do you have a hidden identity and secret mission?"

Those who often play games would understand these concepts, and He Kao nodded in response, "That's more or less how it is. There are things I can't disclose, but as long as you trust me, that's enough."

Xiaopang lifted a full mug of beer and said, "If I can't trust you, who else can I trust? I have to thank you. You truly thought of me when good things came your way. Only today did I find out that Meng Ya was also introduced by you to come find me...

No need to say more, it's all in the drink. I toast to you with this glass!" He gulped down the large mug of beer, patted his stomach, and let out two belches.

He Kao asked, "What about taking the Essence Nourishing Pill, next month or next week?"

Xiaopang: "How do I take this Elixir?"

He Kao: "You swallow it normally, and it'll melt in your mouth... it's not like you haven't had Peiyuan Pill before."

Xiaopang: "Will it conflict with drinking?"

He Kao: "It's not like it's ceftriaxone, no conflict! But you should also drink less, preferably not at all. The so-called lustful tribulation isn't just about that kind of desire..."

Before he could finish, Xiaopang opened the ceramic bottle, poured out an Essence Nourishing Pill, and popped it in his mouth, leaning back in the chair, half-closing his eyes as if savoring something.

He Kao was dumbfounded and, after a moment of shock, asked, "Was it so reckless... or bold?"

Without even lifting his eyelids, Huang Xiaopang said, "What's there to hesitate about with something this good? If one isn't enough, aren't there still ten more? With you watching over me, I feel even more at ease.

Eat your hotpot, don't disturb me... Master Fatty is going to take advantage of the power of the medicine to start cultivating!"

He Kao watched Huang Si, amazed, as he actually took the pill and began cultivating right there in the hotpot restaurant. But then he thought, this seems to be Xiaopang's way of handling things all along.

Huang Si's temperament, unlike He Kao's, is straightforward in all things except perhaps in romance. He doesn't have too many scruples, unlike He Kao, who pays attention to many little details.

Taking the pill right in front of He Kao was not only a show of absolute trust but actually a good choice because with He Kao present to "protect the cultivation," any issues could be addressed immediately. It might seem reckless but is actually quite prudent.

Just like Xiaopang said himself, if one doesn't work, aren't there still ten more?

More importantly, Xiaopang did not hesitate, nor did he think about going to foot massage parlors for a few more days and then considering the pills after having fun... When would he ever feel ready?

At least in Xiaopang's eyes, pursuing the entry-level cultivation was much more important than going for a few extra foot massages. Once cultivation bears fruit, wouldn't everything else feel even more enjoyable, Xiaopang wouldn't hesitate.

Fortunately, this place was a 24-hour establishment, so He Kao ordered a few more dishes and sat there quietly eating hotpot, filling Master Fatty's cultivation Dao Field with the atmosphere of human life.

After nearly another hour passed, Xiaopang finally slowly opened his eyes and let out a long breath, curiously surveying the surrounding environment, mainly the other people in the hotpot restaurant.

He Kao asked, "How is it? Do you feel any different?"

Just as Huang Xiaopang was about to speak, he suddenly sneezed loudly and frowned, "The hotpot smell is too pungent!"

He Kao: "You've just broken through the Tier One Cultivation; your senses are heightened beyond that of ordinary people. You need to stabilize and adapt. The environment here is no longer suitable for you; you need to learn to control your abilities sooner rather than later.

As for how to proceed, I'm not a Sorcerer of the Observing Body Sect. You should consult Elder Lin Qingshuang. You have her contact information, right? Report your breakthrough to her tomorrow.

Make sure not to let slip anything over these next few days, and don't forget to thank her for her guidance. Most importantly, to request to become her disciple!"

He Kao felt very emotional; the so-called wondrous opportunities are mystical, and that's where the wonder lies. Before heading to the foot massage parlor to find Xiaopang tonight, he never imagined he could personally witness Xiaopang becoming a Tier One Diagnoser of the Observing Body Sect.

If He Kao himself were also a Tier One Sorcerer of the Observing Body Sect, he might have had the chance to naturally advance to a Tier Two Acupuncturist.

Because Huang Si's entry into the sect was due to He Kao's critical advice at a crucial moment, this demonstrates his keen and accurate observation of Xiaopang's cultivation state, while also signifying that his cultivation realm has reached a certain level.

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PS: Warm congratulations to Huang Xiaopang for entering the cultivation level!

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