Lin Yu followed the elder to the Mysterious Spirit Sect. The sect stood atop a majestic peak, shrouded in mist and clouds, like a realm of immortals.
After entering the sect, Lin Yu was assigned to the Outer Sect as an Outer Disciple. The main duties of Outer Disciples were to perform miscellaneous chores, while also learning the basic knowledge of cultivation.
Lin Yu was not discouraged by the menial work. Instead, he cultivated even harder. He rose early and rested late every day. Besides finishing his chores, he spent all his spare time practicing his techniques.
During his cultivation, Lin Yu made friends with like-minded companions. His closest friend was a young man named Zhao Xuan. Zhao Xuan was also an Outer Disciple, bold and generous, and he took good care of Lin Yu.
Once, Lin Yu accidentally twisted his ankle while carrying heavy objects. Zhao Xuan voluntarily took over part of his work and brought healing herbs for him. Lin Yu was deeply grateful, and their friendship grew even stronger.
Days passed, and Lin Yu's cultivation steadily improved. However, some disciples in the Outer Sect envied his talent and often plotted against him. They deliberately assigned him the dirtiest and most tiring work, and even tampered with his cultivation pills.
Lin Yu refused to be defeated by these difficulties. With perseverance and wisdom, he overcame crisis after crisis. He learned from these setbacks and continuously strengthened himself.
Finally, in an Outer Disciple examination, Lin Yu achieved outstanding results and successfully advanced to become an Inner Disciple.