This time, however, I inexplicably felt that state.
When drawing talismans, my brush strokes were very smooth.
Although I still failed more than a dozen times consecutively.
Yet, as dawn broke, spiritual energy gathered.
It had a supportive effect on drawing talismans.
And with my state at its peak, I transformed into a Divine Fire Talisman once again by harnessing external factors.
As I looked at the completed Divine Fire Talisman, I was very excited.
This was the second Divine Fire Talisman I had drawn, and it was even better than the first.
Its power was bound to be stronger.
After admiring it for a while, I carefully stored it.
Seeing that it was just dawn and the spiritual energy was abundant,
I sat down cross-legged and began circulating my energy for cultivation.
My current cultivation had reached the peak of the Profound Core realm, just one step away from the True Light realm.
All I needed to do now was find that glimmer of opportunity and catalyst for a breakthrough.
Once I reached the True Light realm, my combat power would multiply exponentially.
My strength would also undergo a qualitative leap.
As spiritual energy entered my body, my entire being felt much more comfortable.
Although I hadn't slept all night, for a cultivator at my level,
that was no longer that significant.
With each exhale of turbid qi, my energy became increasingly vigorous.
After finishing my cultivation, it was precisely eight in the morning.
Grandma had already woken up early and prepared breakfast, wanting me to sleep in a bit longer.
So, she hadn't woken me.
Seeing me emerge from the room, Grandma looked at me with kindness in her eyes.
She told me to wash up, said breakfast was ready, and also mentioned that we wouldn't be eating at home for lunch, but at my second uncle's house for a feast.
I shook my head.
"Grandma, I have something to do today and need to go to town. I won't be going to Second Uncle's. If I'm back before ten, great. If not, I'll return tomorrow."
Hearing that I was going out, Grandma was taken aback.
"Where are you going? Your second aunt's funeral is today. Aren't you going to pay your respects?"
I waved my hand.
"I won't be going. I've already made arrangements for Second Aunt's affairs last night. I'm going to see a classmate today."
When Grandma heard me say I was going to see a classmate, she became curious.
She repeatedly asked me if it was a boy or a girl.
Of course, seeing a classmate was a lie; hunting monsters was the truth.
I just used it as an excuse because I didn't want Grandma to worry too much.
I mentioned it was a classmate's birthday, and I was going to visit.
Little did I know, my words didn't fool Grandma at all.
Seeing me stutter, she immediately guessed my intention.
"Grandma can tell you're not going to see a classmate at all. You must be going to deal with those unclean things related to your second aunt's death, aren't you?"
Grandma is Grandma; you can't fool her.
Seeing that it was useless, I decided to be honest with her.
But I didn't explain further, just nodded and told her not to worry.
Grandma sighed.
"Ai! This is all fate. With the skills you possess, your responsibility is great.
Grandma won't try to dissuade you.
Do your best and be worthy of the master who passed down these skills to you.
But remember, be careful.
Don't let Grandma outlive her child."
Hearing Grandma's words, I was deeply touched.
I couldn't help but hug Grandma!
I called out loudly,
"Grandma!"
Grandma patted my back.
"Alright, go do what you need to do!"
By Grandma's side, I always felt an unprecedented sense of peace and tranquility.
But it is precisely because of this that I must eradicate all the malevolent spirits appearing around Grandma.
I cannot let these unclean things threaten our village or Grandma.
Afterward, I gathered my various tools and bid farewell to Grandma.
At the same time, I went to my second uncle's house.
The main purpose was to inform my second uncle about the timing and method of Second Aunt's funeral rites.
Second Aunt died at the hands of a demon soul, and there were specific considerations for her burial.
She must be kept away from water, wind, and certain auspicious times.
If any mistake occurred,
Second Aunt's body might reanimate.
When I arrived at my second uncle's house, he was burning paper offerings.
Seeing me arrive, Second Uncle immediately stood up.
"Zewawa, you're here!"
I nodded.
"Second Uncle!"
Afterward, I burned incense for Second Aunt.
Then I said to Second Uncle,
"Second Uncle, you must control the timing of the funeral procession carefully, and strictly avoid water. Also, I have a talisman here. Burn it when it's time to move Aunt's coffin..."
I explained all the subsequent details to Second Uncle, asking him to remember them.
Seeing me carrying my gear, Second Uncle asked where I was going.
"Second Uncle, I've basically confirmed the entity that killed Second Aunt.
It's a carp spirit ghost from the river.
It's already plaguing several surrounding villages. I'm going to eliminate it, otherwise, more people will die.
So, the matters of Second Aunt's funeral and interment will have to be handled by you..."
I spoke the truth.
Second Uncle knew my capabilities.
He nodded repeatedly.
"Zewawa, I've remembered it all.
This damned beast deserves a terrible death.
You must avenge your Second Aunt! It's best to make sure it never finds peace!"
Second Uncle cursed several times.
I nodded, not responding further.
My gaze fell upon the tricycle in the courtyard.
"Second Uncle, can I borrow your tricycle..."
Although Second Uncle was known for being stingy,
seeing me asking to borrow the tricycle now, he agreed without a second thought.
He handed me the key.
I took the key and drove off in Second Uncle's tricycle.
Riding a rickety tricycle to catch ghosts might seem a bit lame, but it's better than nothing.
After all, our village is quite remote.
Having a tricycle for transportation is also good...