Rebuilding the Immortal Cultivator Clan Chapter 2316 - 1627: Failure

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Previously on Rebuilding the Immortal Cultivator Clan...
Sect Leader Li Zhirui decides to personally teach the new disciples, disguising his identity to avoid causing a stir. Meanwhile, over four thousand new inner sect disciples gather at Ascension Mountain for their first lecture, with a Spirit Boat scheduled to take them daily for the next three months.

Li Chenyang possessed extraordinary comprehension, Zhang Que was quick-witted, and Yun Ruoxue hailed from a Cultivation Family. The three of them gathered together to discuss the teachings from the morning lecture. After a round of exchange, they might not have understood everything completely, but more than eighty percent of the content was clarified between them.

The three were extremely satisfied and happy with the results.

"If not for Senior Sister Yun and Junior Brother Li, I wouldn’t have gained so much," Zhang Que said sincerely.

"Junior Brother Zhang, you’re too modest. Your insights were quite enlightening for me as well."

"That’s right, and besides, this idea was your suggestion in the first place, Senior Brother Zhang."

Zhang Que smiled and said, "Why don’t we agree to a set time each day to exchange and discuss what we’ve learned? What do you two think?"

"Good, this will help us lay a solid foundation and be quite beneficial for our cultivation in the future." Yun Ruoxue, who appeared icy cold, agreed without hesitation.

Everything must be done in moderation!

Although Yun Ruoxue’s talent was among the best of this batch of gifted disciples, her aptitude had also become a stumbling block on her path of cultivation!

Her mutated Heavenly Ice Spirit Root, combined with the Nine Nether Cold Body, subjected her every day to the torment of the Power of Netherworld Cold seeping deep into her bones.

This was also why, despite being born into a Divinity Transformation Clan in Cloud Continent, she came to Mingzhou to join the Tongtian Sect—hoping to find a way to solve her own problem.

On this matter, Yun Ruoxue already had a plan.

It was to showcase her extraordinary talent and aptitude to attract the sect’s attention and importance!

So, in her view, Zhang Que’s suggestion fit perfectly with her own plan, so naturally she wouldn’t refuse.

Li Chenyang had no objection either, as he was fascinated by the mysteries of cultivation, eager to learn more, and found the company of the other two quite enjoyable.

"I recall that Junior Brother Li’s place is quiet and tranquil, and not too far from Senior Sister Yun’s residence. Why don’t we use his courtyard as our meeting spot for exchange?"

Zhang Que looked to Li Chenyang for approval. If he disagreed, they could simply move to Zhang Que’s place, though that would trouble the other two, as his residence was a bit farther from theirs.

Because his residence was some distance away from the other two.

"Let’s do as Senior Brother/Junior Brother Zhang suggests."

Li Chenyang and Yun Ruoxue had no objections whatsoever, knowing Zhang Que was accommodating them, which made them like him even more.

"Then, once we return to Qingmiao Peak today, let’s head together to Junior Brother Li’s residence."

"Alright."

After that, the three parted ways to digest the gains from just now, resting a bit to restore their energy for the afternoon lecture.

Earlier, while the three were discussing, there were other disciples who wanted to join, but all were refused, regardless of their status or talent.

The reason was simple: too many people would only lead to chaos, and they encouraged others to pair up and exchange their own insights and learnings.

Some, after being refused, felt embarrassed, snorted coldly, and left with a flick of their sleeve; others imitated them, seeking out fellow disciples nearby and quietly began to discuss.

Perhaps not every disciple could be as open as Li Chenyang, Zhang Que, and Yun Ruoxue, revealing all their gains, but even in the exchange, one could absorb nutrients beneficial for oneself—it was, indeed, a good thing.

This not only consolidated one’s foundation but also deepened friendships during the exchange.

When Li Zhirui noticed Li Chenyang, Zhang Que, and Yun Ruoxue gathering together to talk and learn, a smile appeared on his face.

Especially as their actions ended up influencing other disciples to follow suit, his satisfaction grew even more.

He truly liked this atmosphere of self-driven effort and striving—it benefited the disciples themselves, too.

So, in the afternoon lecture, Li Zhirui devoted extra attention to teaching.

...

Time flew by, and soon the first day of lectures ended.

The Guiding Spirit Ship arrived right on time, delivered all the disciples back to Qingmiao Peak, and then hurried off again.

Li Chenyang, Zhang Que, and Yun Ruoxue ate dinner in the small dining hall of area A, then went straight to Li Chenyang’s residence, sitting down together in the courtyard.

They first shared their own understanding and thoughts, then revealed what they didn’t know.

If none of the three understood it, they would discuss and try to solve it together.

"It’s already very late. We’ll need to get up early tomorrow. Let’s leave our unresolved doubts for further discussion tomorrow," Zhang Que said after checking the time, signaling the end of their exchange for the day.

The other two suddenly realized this.

All three harbored ambitious goals, pursuing profound realms. Once they started discussing, time simply slipped away.

If he hadn’t spoken up, they probably would have continued even longer.

Li Chenyang walked Zhang Que and Yun Ruoxue out of his courtyard, turned back and shut the door only after watching them leave.

"Senior Sister Yun, take care on the road."

"Junior Brother Zhang, you too."

After exchanging brief farewells, the two parted ways at a fork in the road.

And this was only just the beginning!

In the days that followed, none of them ever considered giving up; rain or shine, they met and exchanged every day without fail.

Those disciples who tried to follow their example—some gave up halfway, some fell out and quarreled. Few could persist as steadfastly as the three of them!

...

The sun rose and the moon set, time flew by.