Chapter 56: Not a Ginseng
After a fruitful visit to the village, Anji returned to the sect, her heart brimming with anticipation. She had purchased a few treats for her family, a small gesture to show her love. Accompanied by her teacher, they arrived at the main entrance just before curfew, the setting sun casting a warm glow. Anji knew Lizi and Gu Ying would return before bedtime, but her mind was already focused on the lessons awaiting her.
"You will spend tomorrow with Doctor He learning about the different types of energy in the five elements and how energy can be converted from one form to another. Do not attempt to cultivate. Gu Ying will accompany you."
Parting with the strict warning, Anji waved goodbye to her teacher, who left to see her father in the office. The thought of converting an energy into one with a different property crossed her mind earlier. However, she had no idea how normal people cultivated. Thankfully, there was a family dinner coming up. Her brother and sister would be present even if her mother went on a short business trip. Yan Ping warned her not to try cultivating when she was away. However, she never specifically forbade Anji from talking to other people and getting hints.
Training the body and the mind were two completely different things. This should be fine.
"Oh! You’re finally here!" a loud voice boomed as soon as Anji pushed open the large door of the family dining room.
Startled, Anji tripped on the wooden threshold and closed her eyes in alarm as the floor approached her face. However, the painful crash did not happen. Instead, a pair of familiar arms wrapped around her securely.
"Older sister!" Anji gasped in surprise when she saw who her saviour was. "I thought you were already inside."
Grinning, Ruiting greeted the rowdy White Tiger sect leader and helped her sister stand.
"Zhao Ruiting greets Sect Leader Bai," she smiled. "It’s nice to have you join us for dinner. As both my parents are unavailable, I will be the host tonight."