Thinking of this, Dao Yang was delighted.
This was a good opportunity for him to show off.
He had already reserved a top-grade Immortal Cave for this Junior Brother and equipped it with many facilities; by then, wouldn't the other party owe him a favor?
"What kind of Immortal Caves are available for selection?"
Han Xuanji asked.
He wanted to choose a suitable place that would make it easier for him to sign in, preferably allowing him to sign in on the spot.
"There are many."
As Dao Yang spoke, he deftly pulled out a jade plate from his in arms, which was clearly much more Advanced than the one he had previously shown to ordinary Disciples.
The jade plate was dotted with starlight, outlining a detailed three-dimensional view of Purple Firmament Peak.
"Junior Brother Han, look!"
Dao Yang respectfully presented the jade plate to Han Xuanji, his fingers quickly sliding across the map, directly skipping over the dense light spots on the periphery and mountainside, and pointing directly to the areas near the peak's Dao field where Spiritual Qi was most abundant, as well as some special areas.
"These are where the True Disciples' Immortal Caves are located."
He pointed to an Immortal Cave marked "Star-Grasping Cave" and said:
"This is the'Seven Stars Cave,' located where star-light converges; Spiritual Qi surges like a tide, and it comes with a small star-drawing platform, which can help in comprehending the Dao of the stars!"
He then pointed to a place shrouded in seven-colored auspicious light and said, "This is 'Valley of Rosy Clouds,' there is a'Seven Hues Spiritual Spring' in the valley, the spring water contains seven kinds of rosy light essence, using it to irrigate Spirit Medicine yields twice the result with half the effort, and it can even temper Alchemy fire!"
"And there's this Grand Profound Immortal Cave… although it doesn't have as many phenomena as the previous two, it leans against the core of the main peak, and the Immortal Spiritual Qi is pure and incomparably abundant. What's even rarer is that it's extremely quiet. Within the Immortal Cave, there's a place of ancient pine waves, which was once the Immortal Cave of an ancient great power, and it's not too far from the 'Purple Firmament Alchemy Court' Dao field where the Chief resides."
Senior Brother Dao Yang spoke with great enthusiasm, vigorously recommending these top-tier Immortal Caves, each far surpassing the places previously shown to ordinary Disciples.
These were truly good places; he wouldn't introduce them so seriously to ordinary True Disciples.
Han Xuanji was startled by this enthusiasm, wondering if it was necessary for him, an ordinary True Disciple, to be treated with such importance.
Although True Disciples were rare, a person who could serve as a Duty here should not have a low status, and they probably received many True Disciples on a daily basis.
Han Xuanji could only attribute it to the Chief's personal appointment, perhaps misunderstanding his relationship with the Chief.
This introduction made Duty Xuanming, who was standing nearby, secretly click his tongue in amazement, not to mention the newly initiated Disciples, whose eyes were almost popping out.
Dao Yang looked at Han Xuanji with burning eyes:
"Junior Brother, which one have you chosen?
As long as you speak, it will be handled immediately."
Han Xuanji looked at the few top-tier Immortal Caves on the jade plate, which had Spiritual Qi soaring to the sky and extraordinary phenomena, but his heart was only slightly stirred.
These places were good, but some were too conspicuous.
"How about this place?"
Han Xuanji pointed to a place.
On the edge of the peak area, in a relatively independent and secluded environment, it was marked "Myriad Phenomena Garden."
"This Myriad Phenomena Garden has the meaning of encompassing all phenomena. Ordinary Spiritual Veins have a single attribute, either leaning towards one of the Five Elements, or emphasizing Yin and Yang.
However, this place has a 'Wanxiang Spiritual Vein' that is like the primordial Chaos, naturally able to evolve, absorb, and nurture Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi of many completely different attributes. It is said to be the Immortal Cave of an ancient great power, moved here by a great power of our Sect... it can also be considered a good place."
Senior Brother Dao Yang was a bit puzzled, but still offered an explanation.
Although this place was good, it seemed to be a bit inferior compared to the previous few places.
Han Xuanji's heart swelled with joy upon hearing this.
This place was perfect for his cultivation.
For many Cultivators, this Wanxiang Spiritual Vein might be a side effect, but for him, it should greatly increase his cultivation speed and be of great help in comprehending the Three Thousand Dao.
And it might also be a good place of Dao Yun.
Duty Xuanming frowned slightly, looking at Han Xuanji in confusion.
In his opinion, giving up a top-tier Immortal Cave for this place seemed a bit wasteful.
One should know that if it weren't for the Chief's special attention, ordinary True Disciples would not be able to casually choose an Immortal Cave like this.
The thoughts of this Prodigy were indeed difficult to fathom.
Han Xuanji said calmly, "This place is serene and elegant, perfectly suiting my heart."
Senior Brother Dao Yang opened his mouth, looking at Han Xuanji's indifferent demeanor, and didn't know what he was imagining.
He slapped his forehead suddenly, and a smile once again spread across his face, this time filled with the admiration of "sudden realization":
"Junior Brother's Dao Heart is firm, and his Realm is high; Dao Yang cannot even begin to compare."
As he spoke, he deftly operated on the jade plate, lighting up the "Myriad Phenomena Garden" spot and marking it as Han Xuanji's. At the same time, he quickly pulled out a verdant token and presented it with both hands:
"Junior Brother, this is the Restriction token for 'Myriad Phenomena Garden,' please keep it safe."
"One needs to pay ten thousand Immortal Spirit Stones annually. Newly initiated Disciples can stay for free for the first hundred years, and then they can either change Immortal Caves or renew the lease."
Ten thousand?
Han Xuanji took the token; it felt warm and smooth in his hand, and he was slightly surprised in his heart.
He only had a hundred thousand in assets; the price of this good Immortal Cave was truly not cheap.
However, compared to the miraculous aspects of these Immortal Caves, this price was quite cheap.
And the True Disciple's stipend was three thousand Immortal Spirit Stones a year, which wasn't enough to pay the rent.
This was probably intentionally done by Lingxu Heavenly Palace, so as not to make the Sect Disciples too comfortable.
"I will have someone send this year's True Disciple stipend and attire later," Dao Yang said.
He nodded slightly: "Thank you, Senior Brother Dao Yang."
"You are too kind!"
Senior Brother Dao Yang was all smiles.
Seeing that Han Xuanji had finished selecting, Xuanming cupped his hands and said:
"Junior Brother Han, since the Immortal Cave has been decided, I shall take my leave?"
"Good, thank you, Senior Brother Xuanming."
Han Xuanji nodded and bowed.
Subsequently, Han Xuanji left the Hall of Transmitted Teachings under the watchful eyes of Dao Yang and Xuanming.
Dao Yang let out a long breath, wiped the nonexistent beads of sweat from his forehead, and secretly gloated:
"This Junior Brother Han… although choosing 'Myriad Phenomena Garden' was somewhat unexpected, that demeanor, that indifference to top-tier resources as if they were nothing, is absolutely extraordinary!
He must be a figure with an immense background, no doubt. This favor of mine has been established.
Although Myriad Phenomena Garden is slightly inferior to the core area of the peak, it is still a good place."
He was still happily calculating when a commotion suddenly erupted outside the hall.
A young Cultivator, dressed in a moon-white brocade robe, with a True Disciple jade pendant hanging from his waist, and a handsome face with a hint of arrogance, entered the hall with a majestic stride, surrounded by several attendants.
As the young man walked, there was an inherent Aura of one who had long been in a position of authority. His gaze swept over the newly initiated Disciples still waiting in line inside the hall, carrying a hint of disdain.