However, since the body was controlled by the host personality, she shouldn't have been able to use her abilities. Still, this was good enough.
Mu Qingqing mused internally, then suddenly realized something and asked the system, "System, does this mean the higher the level of my Myriad Phenomena Star Wheel Scripture cultivation, the more permissions I'll gain?"
"Yes."
"Then, does this mean if I cultivate to a certain level, I can become an independent personality and have a body of my own, without having to share a body with the male lead?"
"Yes!"
Hearing the answer, Mu Qingqing grinned from ear to ear.
This was fantastic! This way, she could have a body of her own.
Outside the consciousness space
Xin Ci felt refreshed and in high spirits after breaking through, and was about to leave the crystal space.
Suddenly, an old man in a blue robe appeared before him, his body flickering like a phantom.
"The Eternal Dao Scripture actually chose you. I never thought that after years of effort to avoid the competition for this technique, even sacrificing my life, it would all be in vain."
"In the end, it was all for nothing."
A hint of sorrow appeared on Han Jue's face as he looked at Xin Ci.
Although Xin Ci's body had been modified by the Earth Spirit Milk, improving his cultivation aptitude significantly, he still couldn't compare to the geniuses Han Jue had seen in the past.
The only thing that surprised him was that Xin Ci possessed two-star soul power.
This was truly strange. This kid was only at the fifth level of body refining, likely not even aware of soul power, yet he possessed soul abilities far exceeding his spiritual energy cultivation.
Han Jue couldn't suppress his curiosity and tried to extend his soul power into Xin Ci's sea of consciousness.
However, it was blocked by an invisible wall. No matter how he used his soul power, he couldn't enter.
This kid was peculiar!
Even though his current soul power was weak, he had been a seven-star soul power user before. Yet, he was blocked by a mere two-star soul power kid!
Mu Qingqing, inside the consciousness space, knew exactly what Elder Han was thinking and couldn't help but chuckle.
Although this consciousness space restricted her actions, conversely, within this space, she had the ability to control everything.
Let alone a seven-star soul realm Elder Han, even an eight-star soul realm expert couldn't shake Xin Ci's sea of consciousness.
Xin Ci sensed the solemn expression of the spectral elder who had suddenly appeared and knew that this person was no ordinary individual.
He quickly composed himself and explained, "Apologies, Senior. I didn't know you were the owner of this crystal space. I cultivated the technique on the stone platform without permission. Please forgive me."
At the same time, Xin Ci worried that this senior might hold a grudge against him because of the technique and was anxious about how to deal with the situation.
But Han Jue, having experienced much in life, naturally saw through his thoughts.
"Young man, there's no need to be so vigilant. I won't do anything to you. Since the Eternal Dao Scripture has chosen you, cultivate it well. Remember, this technique must never be revealed to outsiders, not even to those closest to you."
Han Jue said earnestly, his eyes downcast as if recalling something, giving off a profound sense of loss.
Mu Qingqing, within the consciousness space, understood why Elder Han looked that way.
In the original story, the former Elder Han was a Saint Emperor level powerhouse and a seven-star alchemist.
He was a renowned figure in the Eternal Continent. Unfortunately, he inadvertently obtained the peerless cultivation technique, the Eternal Dao Scripture, left behind by the Eternal Emperor.
From then on, he faced constant pursuit from countless enemies coveting the technique. In the end, he was betrayed by his sworn brother and perished here, leaving only a remnant soul.
Han Jue never expected that his closest brothers and lover would go to any lengths to take his life for a cultivation technique. It was absurd and laughable.
Xin Ci was very surprised by this and felt a pang of guilt. He then made up his mind.
He brought his four fingers together, palms facing inward, raised them from his chest to his forehead, and bowed deeply to Han Jue, respectfully performing a disciple's ritual.
"I beg you, Senior, to take me as your disciple."
"What are you doing..."
"Although my strength is lacking, I understand the importance of repaying kindness. Today, your technique has helped me embark on the path of cultivation. In the future, I will surely repay you tenfold. Therefore, I implore you to accept me as your disciple."
Xin Ci said resolutely.
Han Jue sighed softly, not answering immediately.
Instead, he carefully examined the young man before him, with his delicate features and seemingly ordinary appearance.
Seeing Xin Ci's serious and earnest attitude, Han Jue pondered for a moment.
Although this kid's spiritual energy cultivation was low, his character was indeed good.
Furthermore, he was now just a remnant soul residing in the crystal space. If he could find a human to pass on his legacy,
it might not be a bad thing for him, as he had no other support.
"Good! I accept you!"
"Disciple greets Master."
"Rise, disciple. There's no need for such formality. From this day forward, you are my disciple, Han Jue's."
"Thank you, Master."
Xin Ci respectfully performed a kowtow as a disciple.
Ding~
"The novel's plot officially begins!"
The system's prompt sounded.
Seeing the master and disciple officially appear, Mu Qingqing couldn't help but tear up, murmuring, "You master and disciple have finally met. Now the male lead's road to counter-attack will begin. I finally see hope of going back. I'm so excited."
In the original story, Xin Ci met his lifelong mentor, Han Jue, here, thus changing his fate and gradually achieving eternal greatness.
Emerging from the crystal space, Xin Ci realized that the sky was already dusk.
Gazing at the lingering crimson clouds on the horizon, Xin Ci was filled with emotion.
He still felt a sense of unreality about everything that had happened.
Before, he had no cultivation and yearned every moment to be able to cultivate someday.
Now, after a single trip to chop wood in the mountains, he had returned with the fifth level of body refining.
Feeling the strength surging within his body, Xin Ci's desire for power became even more resolute.
If he could have cultivated earlier, his parents wouldn't have been forcibly sent to the mining area and lost their lives due to the Su family's supervisor. He wouldn't have suffered the sarcastic mockery of the entire Su family.
With the strength of the fifth level of body refining, he quickly filled his basket with firewood, holding his axe.
With confident steps, he returned to the Su family compound.
Upon returning to the Su family, Xin Ci, carrying the firewood, headed towards the accounting room.
Su Rong, the Su family's accountant, was just observing the family's monthly income at the counter.
As soon as he saw Xin Ci enter, a look of disgust flickered across his brow.
This kid, what kind of place is this? Carrying firewood, covered in dirt, he just looks unlucky.
Moreover, yesterday, this kid had beaten his nephew, Su Cai. This made him even more disgusted with this kid.
Originally, Xin Ci had intended to put the firewood in the wood shed first. However, as he passed the accounting room, he remembered that Su Rong hadn't given him his monthly wages for this month.
In the past, he had no strength and could only swallow his pride. Now, he was going to reclaim what rightfully belonged to him.