Reborn as Xu Xuan, Plundering Perks & Flooding the Mountain Ling

Chapter 10: Pristine Body! Advancing to the Innate Realm!

“Aren’t we going to test the pills’ effects first?”

“That’s a minor issue!” Master Xuan Mu waved his hand dismissively.

“You already proved yourself by refining the White Bone Pearl. We can test the ointment later. What’s more important now is that you choose your sect!”

Like a protective mother hen, Master Xuan Mu spread his arms wide, shielding Xu Xuan from the other masters.

“What do you mean ‘choose’? Now that he’s passed the test, he’s already my disciple in the Alchemy Sect!”

“Senior Brother, you’re being too stingy!”

“Stingy? Keep talking, and I’ll cut your pill supplies!”

Seeing the dispute about to flare up again, Xu Xuan quickly stepped out from behind Master Xuan Mu and bowed respectfully.

“I sincerely thank all the masters for your guidance, But Master Xuan Mu has given me a chance like no other—joining the Alchemy Sect has always been my goal.”

Among the three masters, Xuan Yan had been the most eager to recruit him. Xuan Ming also saw great potential in him but Xuan Mo? He was just here for the drama. But after this test, none of them were doubting his talent anymore.

This wasn’t just potential, it was raw, undeniable strength. A prodigy capable of refining a White Bone Pearl, of innovating and creating a new medicinal ointment—if they tried to steal him away, Master Xuan Mu might actually fight them to the death.

“Fine, your skills are best suited for Alchemy. But if you ever have time, feel free to visit my Talisman Sect!”

“Our Weapon Forging Sect has some good stuff too!”

“Alchemy is important, but you also need to learn self-defence. Come to my Combat Sect sometime. I’ll teach you a few of our sect’s techniques!”

Even if it was just formal pleasantries, Xu Xuan couldn’t help but feel a surge of excitement.

When you’re strong, suddenly everyone is nice to you!

After this, he had not only escaped the laborer’s  Sect ahead of schedule, but he had also gained recognition from all four  Sect masters, learned the Bone Restoration Pill refining method, and even invented the White Bone Pearl. A huge success, well worth the resources he had spent upgrading himself.

Fan Rui… such a great guy he was. If it weren’t for him, I’d still be stuck farming right now!

A new beginning in the Alchemy Sect. In high spirits, Xu Xuan followed Master Xuan Mu to the Alchemy Sect.

“From today, you can move out of the outer disciples’ quarters! Our Sect doesn’t have too many people—you can pick any empty room. After morning classes, you’ll start your alchemy training. On the ninth day of next month, I will formally offer incense to the Three Great Founders, inform the ancestors, and officially take you in as my direct disciple!”

Xu Xuan nodded eagerly. He had finally set foot on the true path of Dao cultivation. He was so excited, that he completely missed one key phrase—

Master Xuan Mu hadn’t said, “Alchemy Disciple.” Instead, he had said “Direct Disciple.”

“Thank you, Master!”

Master Xuan Mu laughed, his eyes full of approval.

“That’s good!”

Then, as if struck by lightning, his face changed.

“Oh no! My pills!”

With a wave of his hand, he tossed a few ancient scrolls at Xu Xuan before vanishing into thin air.

“These are the foundational texts of our Alchemy Sect! You’re a scholar and already understand medicine—you don’t need me to explain. Read them on your own, and ask me if you have questions!”

Xu Xuan caught the scrolls, feeling a gentle breeze in front of him—and Master Xuan Mu was already gone. He glanced down at the titles.

《Shennong’s Classic of Materia Medica》

《The Master Who Embraces Simplicity》

《Prescriptions in the Jade Box》

T/N: Shennong means farmer who grows herbs for cultivation

At first, they seemed like normal medical texts. But when he reached the final scroll, his expression shifted.

《The Dragon and Tiger Scripture of Elixirs》

His eyes twitched.

Does he really dare to give me something this valuable? Aren’t you afraid I’ll just take it and run?

But he quickly shook his head.

That’s so stupid.

Even if the scroll contained secrets, alchemy was more than just theory. Even if he understood everything, he still needed guidance and materials. Besides, who in their right mind would dare betray Mount Longhu?

…

Half a month later—

Xu Xuan quickly settled into the Alchemy Sect. Mornings were spent on sect lessons. After that, he trained under Master Xuan Mu, learning to refine pills. At first, he was only observing. But soon, he was allowed to control the flames, manage the furnace, and even refine pills himself.

With his [Expert Alchemist] attribute, he absorbed knowledge like a sponge. Master Xuan Mu had gone numb from shock to pure frustration. If that wasn’t enough proof of his monstrous talent, his “blue” attribute had darkened—from light blue to deep blue, and now to an almost-black shade. The next step… would be legendary-tier.

That morning, after finishing his daily lessons, Xu Xuan entered the Alchemy Hall. A small note was left on the counter.

“The weather is nice today—I’m going fishing! Make a batch of Revitalizing Pills. If you have time, also refine more White Bone Pearls. The Combat Sect loves it and we’re running low!”

Xu Xuan chuckled.

So, he’s really afraid of my questions, huh?

His gaze fell onto his status panel.

[Current Stats]

[Name: Xu Xuan]

[Race: Human]

[Realm:  Eighth Level of Body Refining Realm]

[Cultivation Technique: Longhu Qi Cultivation]

[Attributes: Gold: Benevolent Man of 2 lifetimes, Blue: Expert Alchemist, Green: Tiger-Dragon Sword Art, Herculean Strength, White: Slightly Talented Scholar]

One free attribute chance is available. Generate now?

(Luck: 100)

His luck had maxed out. Xu Xuan wasn’t sure if it could increase any further, but he couldn’t hold back his excitement.

“Generate attribute!”

[Processing…]

The system buffered. Xu Xuan’s heartbeat sped up. He felt like he was waiting for his college entrance exam results. Then—

Ding!

[Congratulations! You have gained a Red attribute—”Pristine Body.“]

Like a newborn child, your body is pure and untarnished.

Dust and impurities cannot cling to you.

You naturally produce ‘Innate Qi,’ making cultivation effortless.

Xu Xuan stared at the words, his hands slightly trembling. His breath hitched. Then, a wave of power surged through his body. His entire being felt weightless, as if he had been reborn.

“Innate Qi…?! Does this mean I can advance to the Innate Realm?!”