Chapter 12 - Transmigrated as a Fake Daughter in Cultivation Novel

Chapter 12 "It won't take much of your time. Don't overthink it. All right, let's get you up and have something to eat, Senior Sister." With that, Song Weizhi helped Song Zhixia up, propped a pillow behind her so she could lean on it. Seeing Song Weizhi holding a bowl of chicken soup, preparing to reach out for it herself, Song Zhixia was avoided by Song Weizhi. "Your hand is still not fully healed. Let me feed you." Song Zhixia was stunned by Song Weizhi's words. She couldn't remember anyone ever feeding her before. Looking at Song Weizhi's serious expression, Song Zhixia's ears unconsciously turned red. Of course, Song Weizhi also noticed Song Zhixia's blushing ears and thought to herself, "Isn't the female lead quite cute like this?" "Senior Sister, I'm actually almost back to normal now. I can eat by myself." Song Zhixia pursed her lips and said. Song Weizhi smiled and teasingly stared at Song Zhixia, saying, "With your hands unable to function, how do you plan to eat? Like a little cat, slowly licking your food by the bedside? Come on, be a good girl. Let Senior Sister feed you. Open up." As she spoke, Song Weizhi had already filled a spoon with chicken soup and was offering it to Song Zhixia's lips. With Song Weizhi saying so, Song Zhixia couldn't refuse. She had to open her mouth and take a spoonful of chicken soup. Song Weizhi held back her laughter and fed Song Zhixia spoonful after spoonful of chicken soup, followed by a small bowl of congee. After ensuring Song Zhixia was almost full, she stopped. "Zhixia, there's no need to worry about the injury on your finger. One more day of medication and it should be almost healed. Let me tell you about the process of absorbing spiritual energy into your body. The first step in cultivating immortality is to practice Qi. Only when you successfully absorb spiritual energy into your body can you enter the first major stage of cultivating Qi. Absorbing spiritual energy is actually simple. You need to slowly feel the spiritual roots in your body and use them to control the absorption of the surrounding spiritual energy. Since you still need to recuperate, this is a good time to give it a try," Song Weizhi explained carefully. "Alright, I'll give it a try." Song Zhixia closed her eyes and tried to sense the spiritual roots in her body. She felt something burning in her lower abdomen, but it wasn't painful at all. Instead, it made her feel quite comfortable. Gradually, this flame seemed to be absorbing something from the surroundings, growing larger and warmer. Not daring to disturb Song Zhixia, Song Weizhi quietly checked the changes in Song Zhixia's body. She was surprised to find that with just a little guidance, Song Zhixia was already able to control the absorption of spiritual energy into her body efficiently. Song Weizhi figured that Song Zhixia was already in a meditative state and didn’t dare to disturb her. At that moment, a mechanical voice echoed in the void: "Congratulations to the host for completing the task of refining the spiritual roots for the female lead within the specified time. The reward is 500 points. Does the host want to exchange for items or draw from the blind box?" After some consideration, Song Weizhi decided to save her points for now. "Let's not exchange for now. Keep them for me," she said to the system in her mind. "Alright, host. Now, the next task is to help the female lead successfully absorb spiritual energy. The reward is 50 points, and the time limit is seven days," the system's mechanical voice echoed in Song Weizhi's mind once again. Glancing at Song Zhixia lying on the bed, Song Weizhi felt that this task could probably be completed today. The female lead truly lived up to her name. Even though she had a partial spiritual root and a damaged primordial spirit, she still possessed incredible comprehension abilities. That’s why the original book had such a tragic female lead, but she ultimately managed to turn the tide. With that in mind, Song Weizhi also entered a meditative state. Breaking through to the next level not only required the cultivator to dedicate themselves to training but also required opportunity and luck. For instance, despite previously feeling no hint of a way to reach the Golden Core stage, she seemed to have faintly grasped it after helping the female lead several times in the past few days. Song Zhixia could feel she was taking advantage of the female lead's luck. As Song Zhixia remained in meditation on the bed, Song Weizhi set up a barrier in the room to prevent others from spying and then also entered a meditative state beside Song Zhixia. After an unknown amount of time passed, Song Weizhi felt a surge of spiritual energy within her body. Soon, it filled the surroundings and her Golden Core slowly expanded. When she opened her eyes, she had already reached the perfected stage of the Golden Core realm. She looked over at Song Zhixia beside her, who had not yet awakened. Using her spiritual power, she investigated the state of Song Zhixia's Core and Sea of Qi. She discovered that Song Zhixia had successfully absorbed spiritual energy and was constantly assimilating the surrounding spiritual energy. At this rate, it wouldn’t be long before Song Zhixia could advance directly to the Qi Refining stage. Summoning her inner ice-winged tiger, Song Weizhi noticed that the previously ethereal blue tiger now appeared more solid. In this world, when a cultivator reached the Divine Separation stage, the spiritual beast of the cultivator could transform into a corporeal form, greatly increasing its strength. By this time, a day had passed since their meditation. Song Weizhi also administered medication to Song Zhixia. Her hand injury had completely healed. When Song Zhixia slowly woke up from her meditative state, Song Weizhi found that she had already reached the Qi Refining stage of cultivation. "Awake? How do you feel?" Song Weizhi said as she recalled her spiritual beast. Song Zhixia got up and moved her body around, feeling much lighter than before. It was as if she could jump effortlessly. Her body felt more agile than ever. "Senior Sister, I feel much lighter than before, and my hand is healed," Song Zhixia said with a smile, her eyes sparkling as she looked at Song Weizhi, leaving her momentarily shocked. After a pause, Song Weizhi averted her gaze and said, "That's good. I noticed you have already reached the Qi Refining stage of cultivation. It usually takes ordinary people anywhere from one to three years, but with your talent and now having repaired spiritual roots, your cultivation speed should be much faster." "Uh-huh." Although Song Zhixia had been quite happy at first, she realized she didn't have a reason to continue staying with her Senior Sister. "That being said, can I still stay here, Senior Sister?" Song Zhixia asked tentatively. "Of course, it's convenient for me to teach you martial arts while you're here. Unless you don't want to see your Senior Sister every day," Song Weizhi teased. Song Zhixia quickly waved her hands, flustered. "No, I'm just worried about bothering you by staying here." "No need to worry about bothering me. Unless you don't want to see me, this is your home." Song Weizhi said gently, looking earnestly at Song Zhixia. Feeling a little anxious, Song Zhixia turned her head and explained, "How could that be? Seeing you is what I want the most." "Good, then take these. I bought a variety of meats and vegetables for you. You still need to eat since you haven't reached the Foundation Building stage yet. There's a kitchen in the courtyard where you can make yourself something to eat when you're hungry. Once you reach the Foundation Building stage, it will be easier since you won't feel hungry even if you don’t eat," Song Weizhi advised with a smile. "Did you prepare all of this just for me, Senior Sister?" Song Zhixia asked as she pursed her lips, surprised by Song Weizhi's meticulous care. "Of course, otherwise, will I have another pretty girl around here?" Song Weizhi teased Song Zhixia. She believed that at this age, the female lead should have more reasons to smile, despite the hardships she had gone through. Even though she didn't have a firm grasp of the future, she hoped the female lead could live a happier life. Just as Song Zhixia felt slightly embarrassed when her Senior Sister called her a pretty girl, another young woman in black attire, with a striking appearance, entered the courtyard. It was Wei Zhao. Looking at Song Weizhi, Song Zhixia's eyes brimmed with grievances, as if accusing her of not keeping her word. Wasn't she supposed to be the only pretty girl around? Song Weizhi tactically coughed to cover her embarrassment. Wei Zhao had an impeccable sense of timing. She succeeded in arriving right at the most opportune moment. "This is my new friend. Her name is Wei Zhao, and she's staying here for now," Song Weizhi explained to Song Zhixia with a forced smile. Song Zhixia looked at Song Weizhi and then at Wei Zhao. "We are not friends. I am the master's subordinate," Wei Zhao clarified. Her master’s instructions were simply not precise enough! Song Zhixia looked at Song Weizhi in puzzlement. "Oh, right. Wei Zhao is my new subordinate, and she's also staying here for now," Song Weizhi reassured as Wei Zhao nodded in satisfaction at Song Weizhi’s explanation. "Is there anything else you command, Master?" Wei Zhao bowed and asked. "No, just rest early," Song Weizhi replied. "I take my leave, Master." With a respectful bow, Wei Zhao headed to her room. Song Weizhi rubbed her neck and explained, "She's straightforward but rest assured, she's not a bad person. I understand you might be feeling confused." "But you said there wouldn't be a second pretty girl," Song Zhixia questioned casually, biting her lip. "She's my subordinate and also my friend. It's different with you. You're the most important to me. Besides, you are the only pretty girl in my eyes. Oh, how do I put this? In your case, Zhixia, is the one I care about the most," Song Weizhi quickly explained, afraid of giving the female lead the impression of being a liar. After all, "Black Bean Sauce Warning!" "Senior Sister, you're talking nonsense. I won't pay attention to you anymore." Song Zhixia's cheeks turned faintly red, looking rosy, as she held the storage pouch given to her by Song Weizhi. She turned and ran back to her room, closing the door behind her. Leaning against the door, Song Zhixia took deep breaths. How could her Senior Sister say something even more outrageous than the villagers’ idle gossip? But strangely, she found herself feeling somewhat happy after hearing it.