As Angelia hurried back after retrieving her clothes, she was utterly stunned by what she saw. There, Zhong Shenxiu and Robin were bustling about, carrying jars, bottles, and strange plants in their hands.

What were they planning to do? Angelia simply couldn't fathom it, standing there frozen.

Robin’s face was alight with joy, for she was about to undergo the process of Yijin Xisui—a matter she had long anticipated. This meant, starting today, she would step through the very gates of the cultivation world.

“Girl, perfect timing! Come over and lend a hand!” Zhong Shenxiu called out to Angelia.

Angelia walked over dazedly, unsure of what task awaited her. “Go boil a huge pot of water; we’ll need it shortly!” Zhong Shenxiu instructed.

Angelia didn't ask further questions and went off to tend the fire. However, her eyes kept darting towards Zhong Shenxiu and Robin, filled with profound curiosity.

Just then, Zhong Shenxiu began pouring various rare herbs and treasures into a large vat according to precise measurements. He then called Robin aside and proceeded to give her a series of detailed instructions.

Truth be told, despite the calm facade Zhong Shenxiu maintained, he was even more tense than Robin. Though he felt highly confident, anything could harbor unforeseen variables and dangers!

“You must engrave every word I tell you onto your heart!” Zhong Shenxiu looked at Robin with a stern expression. Robin knew this was no trivial matter and nodded, signaling that she had absorbed everything.

“If any situation arises, do not panic. I will remain by your side.

You only need to steady your Lingtai (Spiritual Platform), return to Yuan Gui Yi (Embrace Original Unity), and dispel every distracting thought from your mind!” “Robin remembers!” Just then, Angelia returned. “Th-that…” Angelia wasn’t sure how to address Zhong Shenxiu; she certainly wouldn't dare call him by his name as she did with Robin.

“The water is boiling!” “Good, I see. Pour the water into this vat now!” Zhong Shenxiu said dismissively.

He had pressing matters requiring his full attention. Angelia glanced into the vat with curiosity, her inquisitiveness growing overwhelming.

She truly couldn't understand what scheme Zhong Shenxiu was cooking up this time. What possible use were all those leaves, grasses, and roots?

Were they for cooking? It was fortunate Angelia didn't voice this thought, or she would surely have been met with the synchronized glares of both Zhong Shenxiu and Robin!

Without further delay, once Angelia poured the boiling water into the vat, a peculiar odor immediately wafted up. And when Zhong Shenxiu added the pre-diluted 'Spiritual Milk,' a faint rosy glow actually emanated from the mixture.

This… what was this? Angelia, watching from the side, was utterly dumbfounded.

After waiting a short while longer until the water temperature had cooled sufficiently, Robin’s Yijin Xisui began. Having prior experience with immersion, Robin quickly shed her garments and slipped into the vat as if performing a familiar ritual.

This time, the medicinal liquid enveloped her completely. The advantage of this method was ensuring the Yijin Xisui reached every part of her body without omission.

No one need worry about Robin’s breathing; her Guixi Dafa (Turtle Breath Technique) had reached a certain level of mastery, allowing her to hold her breath for over a month! Angelia, witnessing this spectacle up close, was completely mesmerized.

One minute passed, then two… Ten minutes elapsed, and Robin remained perfectly motionless in the vat, resembling a small wooden statue. Finally, Angelia could bear it no longer and asked, somewhat stammering, “Wh-what… what is she doing?” Seeing that everything was proceeding normally and as expected, Zhong Shenxiu relaxed considerably.

Hearing Angelia’s query, he actually responded with a smile, “Taking a bath!” A bath? Angelia nearly fainted on the spot upon hearing that.

In all her years, she had never heard of bathing in such a manner! Wouldn't she suffocate?

Angelia was deeply concerned but dared not ask. Zhong Shenxiu paid no further heed to Angelia’s astonishment and instead retrieved several smooth stones from his Magic Ring.

Angelia’s gaze was drawn to the stones as she watched Zhong Shenxiu arrange them around Robin in a strange pattern, adding yet another layer to her confusion. What was he doing?

Playing with stones? Well, it was normal for children to play with stones, she reasoned.

But if Zhong Shenxiu had heard her thought, one could only guess what expression he might wear. Once the stones were set in place, Zhong Shenxiu stepped back, rapidly formed several hand seals, and murmured softly, “Five Elements of Heaven and Earth, Qiankun… Liangyi—Bind!” Because his voice was somewhat muffled, Angelia didn't catch the words clearly.

The very instant Zhong Shenxiu finished speaking, Angelia distinctly saw the stones arranged on the ground suddenly emit a burst of light, and then they vanished without a trace. Wh-what in the world was that?

Angelia jumped, staring blankly at Zhong Shenxiu, silently begging him to take pity and offer an explanation. However, Zhong Shenxiu merely stated one sentence coolly: “Do not approach within five meters of the vat without my permission, or you shall bear the consequences!” Angelia was stunned again, countless question marks flooding her mind.

Two more days passed in this manner, and Robin remained utterly still within the vat. Angelia was starting to suspect Robin might have actually perished; no matter how long one bathed, two days seemed excessive!

Compared to Angelia’s growing apprehension, Zhong Shenxiu appeared remarkably calm. This was because Robin had passed the critical phase, and everything was proceeding as intended; all that remained was for her to awaken naturally.

…… At the very same time, within the Monster Beast Forest, an elder approached, arriving from the distance. He had a grizzled beard, wore a black Daoist robe of magic, and his eyes shone with vibrant energy.

This man was none other than the Grand Magus who had been invited—Gandalf! Gandalf was now situated not far from 'Gulu City,' as the towering structures were visible in the distance.

These massive buildings typically belonged to various Magic and Martial Arts Academies. While their heights were similar, their styles and shapes differed, arguably serving as symbols for each academy.

Gandalf stopped and scanned the horizon. Though he was well past fifty, his eyesight was excellent, and he quickly located the architecture of the 'Buzhadi Magic and Martial Arts Academy.' At that moment, a sly smile touched Gandalf’s lips.

He intended to give the Headmaster of the 'Buzhadi Magic and Martial Arts Academy,' Jia Guida, an unexpected surprise, so he employed his yet-to-be-mastered Spatial Magic. Instantly, following a ripple of spatial distortion, he vanished from his spot.

We cut the scene back to the small courtyard, where Zhong Shenxiu was currently instructing Angelia on the ‘Introductory Internal Energy Cultivation Method.’ Suddenly, a strange sensation prickled him, and Zhong Shenxiu immediately ceased his lecture. Angelia, unaware of what transpired, was about to inquire when she noticed Zhong Shenxiu suddenly shoot towards the corner of the wall.

Simultaneously, a faint spatial fluctuation appeared above the corner, and then a dark, amorphous object materialized from it…