William Harper didn’t bother to greet her, after all, she was a reincarnator, not truly a sixteen-year-old girl.

“Is it possible to bring the disciples of The Harper Estate along on the path of immortality? We’ve offended imperial power—even if the commotion is huge, one day we’ll be forgotten, but when that day comes, the killing intent will return.” William Harper asked, which was also Samuel Harper’s hope.

Grace Bennett withdrew her gaze, slowly closed her eyes, and said softly, “The threshold for cultivating immortality is extremely high—not just anyone can do it. But I do have this idea. This month, I’ll select disciples with potential to follow us on the path of cultivation.”

William Harper asked curiously, “Where are we going? Can you tell me about the way of cultivation, for example, the earth origin spirit you mentioned last night?”

“In the cultivation world of Great Qi, there are nine major sects. They’re hidden deep in mountains and mystical realms. We’re going to Taiyuan Sect. Among the nine, Taiyuan Sect ranks in the top five, with deep foundations. I have a way to get you all admitted.”

Grace Bennett explained in detail, giving an overview of Taiyuan Sect, which made William Harper greatly look forward to this cultivation sect.

Once he entered Taiyuan Sect, he would find a way to practice the most advanced techniques and spells. With the heavenly palace in his mind, he was sure he could outpace his peers.

As for Grace Bennett, the reincarnator, he would do his best to keep up with her pace of becoming stronger—and if he could surpass her, even better!

“As for the earth origin spirit, I need to first talk about the realms of cultivation. Above the Qi Nurturing stage is the Spirit Shaping stage. Only by shaping your own life-bound spirit can you enter the Spirit Shaping stage. The spirit is hidden within the cultivator’s body, and its grade often determines the cultivator’s aptitude. The spirits, from lowest to highest, are: yellow origin, mysterious origin, earth origin, and heaven origin. Each grade is further subdivided—I’ll tell you more later.”

At this point, Grace Bennett couldn’t help but open her eyes to look at William Harper, her eyes full of anticipation.

A life-bound spirit...

William Harper began to imagine what grade his own spirit might reach.

After chatting for a while, William Harper timely put forward his own request, saying, “By the way, can you teach me a cultivation technique, so that while you’re recovering for a month, I can cultivate spiritual power? That way, when I enter Taiyuan Sect, I won’t embarrass you.”

The perfected sword control technique had easily killed the man in green. If he used spiritual power to perform it, how much stronger would it be?

Grace Bennett thought for a moment and said, “Alright, let me see your comprehension. I’ll teach you the basic Qi Absorption method.”

“Wait, can you teach me some advanced cultivation techniques instead…” William Harper asked cautiously.

The basic Qi Absorption method?

That’s too basic!

Grace Bennett frowned at him, wanting to lecture him, but recalling the sword control technique William Harper had displayed last night, she had other thoughts.

William Harper’s sword control technique had already surpassed the level of a Qi Nurturing cultivator. His talent was unquestionable—he was worth special cultivation.

“Fine, since you saved me, I’ll teach you a technique. I have many techniques, but I can only give you three choices. First is the Spring and Autumn Art, a legendary technique. Its creator was the number one cultivator in Great Qi a thousand years ago. It can extend life and pursue immortality. If mastered, living three thousand years is not difficult. Second is the Heaven-Devouring Demon Art, which I obtained in an ancient secret realm. I first cultivated this technique myself. It can devour others’ spiritual power, but practicing it shortens your lifespan and easily breeds inner demons. It’s a rough road, but with my guidance, you’ll get twice the results with half the effort.”

“Third is the Xuan Yang Divine Canon. This is the most advanced technique I obtained in the mortal world. Even before I ascended, I never mastered it. I don’t know how powerful the Xuan Yang Divine Canon truly is, but for its sake, I nearly died in a perilous situation even at the Grand Completion stage.”

After speaking, Grace Bennett smiled at William Harper, curious about which he would choose.

Chapter 7: Xuan Yang Divine Canon, Ninth Layer Perfection

“Can I learn them all?”

William Harper gave his answer, making Grace Bennett’s mouth twitch and causing her to roll her eyes.

Too arrogant!

Grace Bennett held back her impatience and explained, “Different techniques cultivate different spiritual powers. If you learn too many, your spiritual power will become chaotic. Focusing on one is easier than practicing several.”

William Harper thickened his skin and said, “If I choose one and can’t learn it, can I switch to another?”

“Fine, since you saved me.”

Grace Bennett couldn’t help but laugh softly. This laugh tugged at her injuries, making her cough.

William Harper didn’t dare reach out to help her and could only watch from the side.

“Which one do you want to learn first?” Grace Bennett asked. After coughing, her voice was even weaker.

William Harper thought for a moment and said, “Then I’ll try the hardest one—the Xuan Yang Divine Canon. Start with the hardest, so the others will feel easier later.”

Grace Bennett didn’t waste words and began to explain the Xuan Yang Divine Canon’s mental formulas, which included the Qi Absorption method.

William Harper listened intently, full of anticipation. Only by mastering a cultivation technique could he truly step onto the path of immortality.

As Grace Bennett taught, she watched him, feeling quite emotional.

“I never thought I’d treat someone like this. Is this what family feels like? Lillian, you were right—relying on others is useless. I must build a trustworthy force. Perhaps, in the dark, my rebirth is heaven’s way of guiding me onto a new path.”

Grace Bennett looked at William Harper, who had no impression in her previous life, listening intently to her teachings, and truly felt reborn.