Chapter 19: Cultivation Is Not Just About Fighting and Killing

Spiritual Energy Revival.

Mythical Return.

Supernatural Awakening.

Human Evolution.

This brand-new era has different names in the mouths of different people.

But everyone agrees that the beginning of this new era originated from the Great Cataclysm five years ago.

That cataclysm shattered humanity’s dream of dominance. Many supernatural phenomena and fantastical existences that should never have appeared suddenly emerged in the real world, causing massive destruction.

Even today, such anomalies still occur from time to time.

But it is also thanks to this.

Humans on Earth began to grasp supernatural powers. Some lucky individuals or those with exceptional insight even managed to ascend to greatness in one step, becoming true powerhouses.

Five years later, the emergence of supernatural beings has become a norm, with officially regulated benefits and obligations.

Some envy them, believing supernatural beings are above ordinary humans.

Some sigh, thinking the mortality rate among supernatural beings is high.

“But without a doubt, this is a truly exciting era, a grand era full of boundless possibilities.”

Half a month later.

Xu Xi, who quickly mastered Daoist magic through simulated memories, walked on his own two feet for the first time in five years, leaving his home and slowly observing the streets of the city.

[Tai Chi Bun Shop]

[Psychic Haircut Salon]

[Dou Qi Horse Transformation Vocational Training School]

Looking at the various shops on both sides of the street, blending Earth’s local culture with the supernatural system, Xu Xi couldn’t help but feel a bit dazed.

Now, humanity’s tech tree on Earth has completely gone off track.

The shadow of supernatural power is everywhere.

Of course, in just five years, although the number of supernatural beings on Earth has increased significantly, it hasn’t reached the point where everyone is supernatural.

Most of these shops on the street have changed their names to ride the trend.

True supernatural beings.

Most have joined the Supernatural Administration Bureau.

Enjoying the high treatment and resource channels granted by the national government.

In return, the government issues tasks and cooperative projects for supernatural beings to complete, with compensation, of course.

A mutually beneficial relationship, a win-win situation.

“Perhaps I should also join the Supernatural Administration Bureau. If I remember correctly, there’s a branch nearby.”

Xu Xi walked along the road, casually buying breakfast.

The meat buns had thin skin and thick filling, with plenty of juice inside. Overall, they were delicious. By the way, the shop gave him a bowl of sweet tofu pudding.

“Cultivation isn’t just about fighting and killing; it’s also about human relationships.”

“With my Golden Core stage strength, joining the Bureau should earn me some attention. Then I can use the Bureau’s channels to find the so-called Anchor Medium.”

“Even if I can’t find it, I can still use the Bureau’s resources to improve my strength.”

Taking a bite of the meat bun.

Feeling the warm meat juice burst on his tongue.

Xu Xi pondered slightly.

He didn’t plan to imitate those arrogant protagonists who, upon gaining a Golden Finger, look down on the nation, thinking they will inevitably reach the pinnacle.

Facts have proven that such behavior is foolish and wrong.

Early in the Spiritual Energy Revival.

Many lucky individuals who gained supernatural powers hid among ordinary people, believing themselves to be the chosen ones.

Only when the government officially released information did these so-called ‘protagonists’ realize they were far behind.

The wisdom of one person.

Cannot compare to the roar of the national machine.

“My cultivation can be explained as accidentally inheriting a legacy. Such things have happened over a hundred times since the Spiritual Energy Revival.”

“I don’t need to hide anything.”

“No time to waste, I’ll join the Bureau today.”

After eating his fill.

Xu Xi opened his phone and searched for the location of the Supernatural Administration Bureau branch.

Locked the location.

Set off.

…

The arrival of the supernatural era provided humanity with more energy sources, even leading to the upgrade of transportation, far surpassing previous speeds.

However, Xu Xi hadn’t walked for so long.

Plus, his mana circulated naturally.

He didn’t feel tired at all.

He leisurely walked for over two hours, occasionally stopping to look at new buildings or observing the Magical Element and Spiritual Energy Hybrid Taxis zooming by.

By noon, he finally reached his destination.

Yanshan City Supernatural Administration Bureau Branch.

Before his eyes stood a magnificent towering building, like a majestic mountain, with a dense aura of mystery flowing around it.

“Indeed, as one of the gathering places for supernatural beings, the Bureau has its own defense mechanisms.”

Xu Xi watched curiously for a while.

Then he walked through the Bureau’s main entrance.

Compared to its grand exterior, the interior of the Bureau was even more vast, with a wide space filled with people moving about and intersecting pathways.

It was Xu Xi’s first time here, so he naturally didn’t know the way.

So, he stopped a male staff member passing by and asked:

“Excuse me, it’s my first time here. Where do I go to register as a supernatural being?”

“Oh, you need to go to the registration room, right? I’m heading that way, so I’ll take you there.”

The male staff member was very enthusiastic.

Leading the way.

While carrying a thick stack of folders, he couldn’t help but ask, “By the way, brother, what kind of supernatural power do you have? Did you awaken it yourself?”

Xu Xi smiled, “I guess you could say I’m a cultivator. Got lucky, inherited it while sleeping at home.”

Hearing this, the staff member’s expression turned visibly envious.

“Really envy you.”

“Not only did you awaken supernatural powers, but you’re also a cultivator, the most prestigious kind.”

“Bro, that’s just too much. Sleeping and becoming a cultivator.”

The staff member’s tone couldn’t hide the sourness.

In this era, there are many types of supernatural powers one can awaken, including but not limited to fantasy, cultivation, martial arts, magic, and battle aura.

But when it comes to what Chinese people are most passionate about and desire the most.

Without a doubt.

It’s definitely cultivators.

After all, how many people didn’t dream of the carefree scene of sword flight in their childhood?

Clearly, this male staff member leading the way was a fervent fan of the cultivation system.

While guiding Xu Xi.

He couldn’t help but look at Xu Xi with envy.

The longing and envious gaze made Xu Xi uncomfortable.

“Ahem, just lucky, just lucky,” Xu Xi said, “I’ve just started on the path of cultivation, still weak, far from becoming an immortal.”

“That’s true.”

Hearing Xu Xi’s explanation, the staff member’s expression improved slightly.

Just as the two were about to reach the registration room.

Suddenly, screams and cries for help came from the corridor on the right, along with the roar of a frenzied beast.

“Watch out! Everyone, move aside!”

“A Foundation Establishment beast has broken free from its control ring and is heading your way!”

Chaos erupted as people scattered in all directions.

The physical strength of a Foundation Establishment beast was terrifying. It was a red-eyed tiger, its four paws trampling, easily smashing through the corridor walls.

Even supernatural beings of the same level would struggle to face the charge of a Foundation Establishment tiger demon.

At the critical moment.

Xu Xi stepped forward.

His fingers clenched slightly.

“Boom—” A faint sound of air tearing rang out as surging air currents formed an invisible cage, firmly suppressing the rampaging tiger demon, forcing it to the ground.

Staff member: ???

This is what you call weak strength?