Reborn with a Space: Building a Fortune Amidst Famine

Chapter 1404: Training

After the mother and daughter slew the Heaven-devouring Wolf, Tan Shaoting dispersed the battlefield, and the family moved a short distance away before resting within the array.

The mother and daughter exchanged smiles; such battles not only yielded points and spirit stones, but more importantly, they provided a great sense of accomplishment.

They discussed the incidents encountered in battle. There were many areas lacking. The mother and daughter would occasionally practice together.

Tan Shaoting took care of logistics. He cooked meals for the mother and daughter. They were accustomed to being mortals, feeling uncomfortable if they didn’t eat.

The family had been hunting demon beasts for almost two months, and Su Yuanyuan was now fully adapted to battling demon beasts.

"Let’s go back. There are just over two months left until the selection trials," Tan Shaoting said helplessly, noting his wife and daughter were becoming increasingly fierce. However, this made him even happier.

He clearly understood that there would come a time when the family would separate for training. The more capable they were, the safer they would be.

"Alright, let’s go back and continue in the arena."

Su Yuanyuan wanted to spar more with magic cultivators to see how well she could predict their attack patterns. Being familiar now would make future encounters much easier.

After returning and submitting their tasks, Su Yuanyuan sent a message to Xu Ying.

"Junior Sister Su, are you back? Do you have time tomorrow? Is our arranged battle still on?"

Su Yuanyuan confirmed with Xu Ying and had a servant book the arena for the next day.

Tan Shaoting received a Sound Transmission Talisman from the Deacon Hall. "Yuanyuan, do you want to take a look? The evil spirit within Chen Xiaorui has been removed."

Su Yuanyuan shook her head, preferring to avoid Chen Xiaorui’s issues to prevent unnecessary strain on their marital relationship.

"Then I’ll go over."

Su Yuanyuan nodded, as she also wanted a bit of a break.

Qi Wen tagged along, curious about the evil spirit.

Su Yuanyuan entered the space and saw the Immortal Peach Tree swaying to greet her.

She enjoyed a comfortable hot bath, changed into cozy clothes, and lay down for a nap.

Outside, it was really quite inconvenient, and she knew her father and daughter wouldn’t return too early.

Tan Shaoting and his daughter arrived at the Deacon Hall. They followed a steward into a hidden chamber where the evil spirit was contained in a vessel.

"What exactly happened?" Tan Shaoting regretted asking right after speaking.

That wasn’t something he needed to know, so he quickly changed the subject.

"What harm does the evil spirit pose now?"

"It has already undergone a soul search by the elder, and we’re not entirely sure of the specifics. However, the orders are to maintain its soul power."

"What about Chen Xiaorui?"

"She isn’t doing very well, but due to her unique circumstances, she’s now allowed to cultivate within the sect."

Tan Shaoting didn’t know what was unique about Chen Xiaorui, as it wasn’t something he was privy to.

"Thank you, steward."

After they left, the father and daughter talked. "Father, do you want to visit Chen Xiaorui?"

"Let’s take a look."

Qi Wen, with nothing else to do, joined them.

Chen Xiaorui was an Outer Disciple. Qi Wen thought she was fortunate in her misfortune. Isn’t being an Outer Disciple of the Xuantian Sect better than being a loose cultivator? But she didn’t share these thoughts with her father. Her mother was right; there was no need to discuss unnecessary matters.

Tan Shaoting didn’t make himself known, just gave her a glance and felt she was in a bad state, though judging from her facial expression, she seemed in decent spirits.

This was fine; as long as she behaved within the sect, her safety would be guaranteed.

The father and daughter returned home, not seeing the wife and mother, and thus went to rest separately.

Su Yuanyuan had a comfortable sleep. Knowing her family was back, she emerged as well.

The servant disciple had delivered the arena token, scheduled for the next midday.

The next day, the family arrived at the arena, which, unexpectedly, was even more crowded than last time.

Qi Wen beamed as her companions were there too.

"Qi Wen, Qi Wen."

"You came too?"

"Of course, I lost a month’s worth of spirit stones last time; I’m winning it back this time."

Qi Wen just smiled.

"Qi Wen, are you betting on your mom to win?"

"Naturally, no matter what, I’ll always bet on my mom to win."

The group wanted insider info, but what kind of tip was Qi Wen giving?

"Haven’t you placed your bets? I’m heading over."

A few young girls followed Qi Wen.

Feng Yan watched the young girl approaching with squinted eyes, realizing she had grown stronger, her spiritual power more solidified.

"Disciple-niece, are you placing a bet?"

"Uncle, I’m betting two thousand spirit stones on Su Yuanyuan."

"Disciple-niece, just two thousand? Last time, you bet two thousand and won ten thousand. This time, the odds aren’t as high."

"What are the odds this time, Uncle?"

"It’s three times again."

"Uncle, that’s not very fair."

"Disciple-niece, it’s quite generous already."

Qi Wen rolled her eyes, thinking, How could it get any worse? Truly disgraceful.

"Uncle, I’ll just bet two thousand."

"What a pity, what a pity."

Feng Yan’s words tempted the onlookers, leading them to increase their bets as well.

It was Xiao Tung and her group’s turn to place bets. Initially undecided, they each bet a hundred spirit stones in the end.

Qi Wen looked at the four, speechless. They were certainly cautious enough.

Xu Ying saw Su Yuanyuan and approached.

"Junior Sister Su."

"Senior Sister Xu."

The two exchanged smiles.

Both would give their all, as a sign of respect for each other.

When it was their turn, both gracefully stepped onto the arena, sparking much discussion below.

"Aren’t they the most beautiful immortals of the Xuantian Sect?"

A large number agreed. Su Yuanyuan’s beauty was pure and holy.

The referee raised the protective shield, and the battle lasted over an hour, astonishing the spectators below.

"Are the spiritual power reserves of uncles this extensive?"

"For two female cultivators to reach this point is unprecedented."

The comments varied, but it was clear both were admired.

Xu Ying realized she had lost. She stopped attacking and cupped her hands, "Junior Sister Su, I lost."

Su Yuanyuan smiled, withdrawing her spells.

"Senior Sister, you still have ability."

Xu Ying shook her head. "Junior Sister Su, I’m at the Foundation Establishment Eighth Layer, three layers above you, yet my spiritual power reserves can’t compare to yours."

"Likewise, I’m nearly spent as well."

The referee announced the result. After they stepped down, they saw the cultivators below looking at them in awe.

"Junior Sister Su, please wait. I wish to compete with you tomorrow."

Xu Ying did not like seeing her third senior brother, though he was also at the Foundation Establishment Eighth Layer.

Su Yuanyuan nodded with a smile, "Senior Brother, please, tomorrow at the same time."

She had the servant book the arena for five days.

"Junior Sister Su, what is this?"

"I booked the arena for five days. Even if this senior brother doesn’t show up today, I’ll find someone else to compete with."

Xu Ying nodded, "Quite bold of you."