Chapter 20 Application
"A human-shaped lathe?"
Li Ang stared in astonishment, taking the copper ball that Cheng Juxiu tossed to him and weighing it in his hand. It was heavy, solid, and still retained some residual heat from the casting.
"With the aid of tools, a cultivator of the Cloud Patrol Realm can match thirty, fifty, or even more skilled craftsmen," Cheng Juxiu said with a smile. "Of course, the time and energy of cultivators are extremely precious. They are busy cyclically cultivating their breath and expanding their Qi Sea to improve their cultivation, so it’s impossible for them to stoop to serve the nobles. Even those who can recover their strength through Body Refinement wouldn’t carry heavy loads at docks. It’s only when there are problems that normal humans can’t solve that the Academic Palace will deploy us. For instance, to slay Evil, manage water disasters, cut through mountains, or build bridges."
"These acts contribute to the welfare of the people. Cultivators in Yu Country are nurtured by the entire nation’s efforts. Naturally, they should bear the corresponding responsibilities instead of feeling superior and entitled to lord it over others, as cultivators in other countries do upon gaining some power," Pu Liuxuan said casually, then turned to look at Li Ang with a smile. "Additionally, I have resigned from my position as Professor at the State School. After the Dragon Boat Festival, you should go to the State School to register and cancel your provincial exam registration. With a recommendation letter, you can bypass the provincial exam. If you really ranked in the top ten of the provincial exam, it would take spots from others. There’s no need to stir up jealousy among our fellow townsmen and classmates."
"Mhm." Li Ang nodded in agreement and asked, "Then, Teacher, are you returning to Chang’an this year?"
"Me?..." Pu Liuxuan pondered, then said, "Next year. Ju’er is still too young to endure a long journey. Besides, I need time to prepare. By the way, Juxiu, when are you going back to Chang’an?"
"Probably in a month," Cheng Juxiu said. "I still need to check other places for any fluctuations in the Spirit Vein. After the provincial exam results come out next month, I will return to Chang’an with the students."
Li Ang felt slightly disappointed that his teacher was not returning to Chang’an this year. The three of them then sat and chatted briefly, finishing the Qujiang thin slices in the teapot before Li Ang took his leave.
Spirit Vein, Academic Palace, talismanic magic, Sword Dao...
Li Ang hurried down the streets, his heart pounding with unprecedented restlessness and excitement.