Chen Qing nodded. "I understand."
He, too, yearned for the True Essence Realm, for Divine Sense, and for the life-extending properties of True Essence Refining.
Resources were crucial for further advancement, but a powerful Cultivation Technique was even more so.
'But I know I have to take this one step at a time,' he thought. 'I've only just broken through to the Astral Force realm. Stabilizing my foundation is my top priority.'
Overreaching and rushing for quick results often yields unimaginable bitter fruit.
Seeing how composed Chen Qing was, Shen Xiuyong praised him inwardly. 'This nephew of mine has an extraordinary temperament. He won't let success go to his head.'
He smiled. "But it's still too early to talk about that. The Upper Sect hasn't sent down the specific regulations yet, so the selection method and dates are still undecided. For now, we should celebrate."
Chen Qing smiled and cupped his fist. "Then I'll gladly accept, Martial Uncle."
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