Living In Another World With A Farm Chapter 8749: Joining _1

Using the 'Bloody Combat Eight Strikes,' which isn't a lengthy blade technique, he concluded his demonstration swiftly. The elder offered a nod, his voice resonating deeply, "Not bad, you have indeed grasped saber intent. However, this is merely the beginning. Further practice will be essential. Men, attend me." In response, an individual emerged from an adjacent chamber, clad in the attire of a disciple from the Bloody Massacre Sect. His cultivation, merely at the Dharma-using realm, did not diminish his promptness as he bowed to the elder. "Greetings, Elder. Pray tell, what are your esteemed instructions for me?"

The elder, fixing his gaze upon the man, declared with gravitas, "Proceed to escort Sun Buyu to his new quarters, and subsequently, conduct a talent assessment. Adjust his monthly cultivation resources accordingly, and apprise him of our Island's regulations. Now, depart." The subordinate acknowledged the command and approached Sun Buyu, offering a smile. "Junior Brother Sun, please follow me."

Sun Buyu acknowledged with a respectful bow to both the elder and Qi Yulong before accompanying the disciple out of the courtyard. Their journey soon led them to another courtyard, noticeably expansive and encircled by a formidable high wall. A single gate marked its entrance, bearing a plaque inscribed with the imposing characters 'Young Eagle Courtyard' in bold calligraphy.

Upon entering, Sun Buyu found himself momentarily taken aback by the courtyard's layout. It comprised numerous smaller courtyards, tessellated side-by-side and enclosed by high walls. Straight pathways intersected the expanse, neatly segmenting the smaller courtyards. Trees were interspersed along the boundaries, lending an air of remarkable order and meticulous organization to the entire precinct.

The accompanying disciple guided Sun Buyu to a specific courtyard. "Junior Brother Sun, this shall be your residence henceforth. This Jade card grants you access. With it, no one may enter without your consent. However, should you intend to enter closed-door cultivation, you must affix this card to the exterior of your courtyard and infuse it with spiritual Qi. This signals your seclusion to all. Failure to do so, and remaining inside for three months without entry or exit, will result in forfeiture of the courtyard. Do not forget this critical rule, understand?"

Sun Buyu affirmed his understanding. The disciple then presented the Jade token, entrusting it to Sun Buyu. "Enter and survey your new abode. Arrange your belongings swiftly, for we must proceed to your talent test. Make haste." Sun Buyu complied, retrieved his Jade tablet, and opened the gate. He stepped inside, taking a cursory glance around the approximately 100 square meter courtyard. A modest house stood at the rear, but pressing matters precluded immediate exploration. He entered the dwelling directly.

The interior presented as a functional suite. The main living area was complemented by a bedroom. Flanking the living room were two additional chambers: one designated for quiet contemplation, the other for storage. Adjacent to the bedroom, a bathroom provided essential amenities for personal hygiene, adding a layer of convenience.

Despite its modest dimensions, the small courtyard offered a tranquil environment with abundant spiritual Qi, a significant upgrade from his previous living conditions. Sun Buyu, however, merely conducted a brief inspection before storing his effects and exiting the premises.

The senior disciple awaited outside and, observing Sun Buyu's prompt return, offered a nod of approval. "Excellent. Let us proceed to your talent assessment. While I anticipate your prior test results, this examination here is far more rigorous. It will allow for precise adjustments to your cultivation regimen and resource allocation."

Sun Buyu inclined his head and followed his guide to a larger courtyard. This space, though vast, housed only a diminutive room. Intricate arrays adorned the ground, and an elder, appearing to be in his sixties, stood within. Upon their arrival, he acknowledged them with a nod before addressing Sun Buyu directly. "You must be Sun Buyu. Come forward and step onto the arrays. You are required to traverse each one."

Sun Buyu complied, stepping onto the designated array. As he moved through each formation, the arrays illuminated with various lights – white, red, and purple flickered into existence. Though the precise meaning of these hues remained obscure to him, Sun Buyu intuitively understood their correlation to his innate talent.

Having completed all the formations, Sun Buyu found himself standing before the Elder. The Elder offered a nod of approval, remarking, "Not bad. This is highly suitable for cultivating the techniques of our Bloody Massacre Sect. You may return. Someone will deliver your new cultivation requirements and resources tomorrow. Remember, you must strive diligently." With a wave of his hand, the attendant who had guided Sun Buyu to the courtyard now led him away. The two then made their way back to Sun Buyu's own courtyard.

Upon reaching the entrance of Sun Buyu's courtyard, the attendant produced another Jade slip. He stated in a deep voice, "This Jade slip details some of the island's rules. Study them carefully and commit them to memory. Failure to adhere to these rules will result in punishment." He then turned and departed.

Sun Buyu examined the contents of the Jade slip. It contained not only the regulations they were expected to follow but also a wealth of information about the island itself. This island, though ordinary within the Bloody Massacre Sect's vast domain, had been specially adapted to serve as a training ground for the reserve team. Numerous training facilities dotted the island, and the nature of their daily drills was set to undergo significant changes.

Previously, their focus was solely on cultivating Dharma power and martial arts techniques. Now, however, their training regimen expanded considerably. Alongside the continued cultivation of Dharma power and martial arts, their primary new focus was battle formations. They needed to become proficient with various formations to enhance their combat effectiveness when deployed, allowing their cavalry units to exert greater power against adversaries.

The second key area was horsemanship. After a period of training on the island, provided they performed well and passed the assessments, they would be issued their own mounts. At that point, rigorous horsemanship training would commence, a crucial element for any cavalry unit.

Beyond these, further training encompassed diverse skills such as poison usage, stealth tactics, survival in the treacherous blood sea, array manipulation, and a myriad of other disciplines. Due to the intensive nature of these varied training programs, their daily schedules would be exceptionally demanding. Naturally, having just joined the reserve team, Sun Buyu was granted a few days of leave, allowing him to bid farewell to Hao Tong and the others.

Towards the conclusion of the Jade slip, Sun Buyu discovered a passage that left him utterly astounded: an order issued by Zhao Hai. This directive mandated that all members of the cavalry and reserve teams must engage in training within the illusory reality. Unless facing severe incapacitation, they were required to enter this illusory realm at least once every seven days. This revelation truly shocked Sun Buyu.

Nevertheless, he understood that as a newcomer to the reserve team, there remained much to learn and gradually uncover. Sun Buyu secured the Jade slip and retreated to his quarters. After a brief period of rest, he prepared for sleep. He was acutely aware that cultivation resources would arrive the following day. He needed to receive these, report to the Elders, and only then could he return to see Hao Tong and his companions. His recent departure had been rather abrupt, leaving many things unsaid to Hao Tong.

Despite having experienced the illusory reality only once, Sun Buyu had keenly perceived its subtle yet profound nature. While the cultivation of magical power was not possible within this realm, the honing of martial arts techniques was. Any insights gained regarding martial arts techniques within the illusory reality would translate directly into their awakened state, a fact of immense importance for any cultivator.

Although the illusory reality presented certain dangers, caution and self-reminders could mitigate the risk to one's life. Within this environment, cultivators could refine their martial skills and cultivation methods through simulated life-or-death combat, a rare and invaluable opportunity.

"Of course," Sun Buyu mused, "if you believe that death there carries no consequence, deeming it acceptable to be defeated, then your martial skills will stagnate. When practicing your martial arts within the illusory reality, unwavering vigilance is paramount. You must never entertain the thought that defeat is inconsequential. Treat every encounter as a genuine battle for survival. This mindset will unlock your latent potential, and that is the true, greatest utility of the realistic illusion."

Sun Buyu felt compelled to inform Hao Tong about the situation, fearing Hao Tong might not grasp the gravity of the illusory reality. The thought of Hao Tong harboring such a misconception struck Sun Buyu as a regrettable waste. This concern fueled Sun Buyu's eager anticipation to meet Yi Tong. After all, it was Hao Tong who had initially endorsed his entry into the illusory reality, and his successful inclusion in the Reserve team was also largely attributed to Hao Tong’s recommendation.

The following morning, Sun Buyu awoke with the early sun. As he engrossed himself in his daily cultivation, a firm knock echoed at his door. Opening it swiftly, Sun Buyu discovered a cultivator standing on his threshold. The cultivator offered a genial smile as his gaze fell upon Sun Buyu. "Junior Brother Sun Buyu? These are your provisions. Please accept them." With that, he produced an interspatial bag and presented it to Sun Buyu.

Extending his gratitude, Sun Buyu accepted the supplies. Yet, the cultivator lingered, his gaze fixed on Sun Buyu. A flicker of puzzlement crossed Sun Buyu's face as he looked back. The cultivator then spoke, "There is a manifest here. Kindly verify its contents, affix your signature, and return the document to me for my records."

A brief moment of surprise registered on Sun Buyu's features, but he quickly assented. He then proceeded to examine the contents of the bag. He was indeed taken aback by the abundance of valuable items within. His eyes soon fell upon the manifest, a simple sheet of paper that truly astonished him. After meticulously cross-referencing the contents with the list and confirming everything was in order, he duly signed it and returned it to the cultivator, who then departed.