The Cloud Crossing Order, equivalent to a ferry ticket for crossing clouds. Mo Hua couldn’t help but ask, “Court Leader, this must be quite expensive…” Court Leader Zhou nodded, “It’s not cheap…” The main issue is that it’s difficult to obtain. This kind of cross-state Cloud Crossing requires connections, otherwise, it’s impossible to get. Not to mention, a lot of Spirit Stones would be spent on it, both directly and indirectly. ... “However, it doesn’t matter…” Court Leader Zhou sipped his tea, “It can be reimbursed…” Mo Hua was taken aback, “This can be reimbursed?” “What’s this…” Court Leader Zhou shook his head, “In a place like the Taoist Court, all sorts of messy, irregular matters can be reimbursed. Why wouldn’t sending you to Qian State for studies—a proper matter—be reimbursed? “But I’m not really a person from the Taoist Court, am I?” “How are you not?” Court Leader Zhou said discontentedly, “You have a Bronze Waist Token from the Immortal City. Although you’re not officially on the roster, you can still be considered one of us.” Only then did Mo Hua remember. His Uncle Zhang Lan had given him a Bronze Waist Token before. That token was more for show; he hadn’t used it for a long time, so it had slipped his mind. “There should be quite a few Merit Points in that token of yours. If you find yourself short on funds in Qian State, you could exchange some for Spirit Stones or Spiritual Objects in an emergency…” “But if it’s not necessary, try not to use them.” “Once your Cultivation has improved and you get to know higher-ranked Cultivators from the Taoist Court, those Merit Points will be very useful…” Court Leader Zhou advised. “What can they be used for?” asked Mo Hua. Court Leader Zhou candidly replied, “I’m not in the higher echelons of the Taoist Court, so I don’t know.” Mo Hua was taken aback, then nodded, “Alright…” After some thought, Court Leader Zhou lowered his voice and said, “That being said, you can use that Bronze Waist Token, but don’t rely on it too much. After all, you’re an unofficial member. If something goes wrong, no one will cover for you…” Mo Hua was stunned, then nodded to show he understood. With the Bronze Waist Token, he would barely be considered “one of their own” by the Taoist Court… But on the other hand, when it’s useful, he’s “one of their own,” and when it’s not, he’s just an “unofficial member”… Court Leader Zhou was clearly on Mo Hua’s side, having advised him on what he should and shouldn’t do. Then, after taking another sip of his tea, he leisurely continued, “You’re going to the Qian Learning State Boundary to study, to enhance your Cultivation, broaden your knowledge, and advance in Formation…” “The Qian Learning State Boundary gathers the Proud Sons of Heaven from various states. If you happen to make a name for yourself, it would be a matter of pride for our Big Black Mountain State Boundary.” “So, you are fully deserving of this Cloud Crossing Order.” Mo Hua felt moved, but also the weight of “great responsibility,” so he asked in a low voice, “But what if… I don’t make a name for myself?” Court Leader Zhou gave Mo Hua a stern look, “What do you think the ‘Proud Sons of Heaven’ from various states are? Cabbages?” “The Proud Sons of Heaven, the favored by the heavens, are not ones to be easily surpassed, are they?” “In Qian State, filled with Sects and Proud Sons of Heaven, it’s normal not to make a name for oneself. Actually making a name would be extraordinary…” “Besides, ‘making a name’ can be big or small…” “You’re at the Foundation Establishment Initial Stage now; if you go to Qian State and come back at the Foundation Establishment Late Stage, or even just the Qi Foundation Middle Stage, won’t that also be termed ‘making a name’ for yourself?” “Or, if you’re currently a First Grade Formation Master and you reach Second Grade upon returning from Qian State, wouldn’t that be ‘making a name’ for yourself, and a significant one at that!” “So, don’t feel pressured…” continued Court Leader Zhou, “What does it matter to us how many geniuses Qian State has?” “No matter how high their Cultivation, they won’t protect us, nor will their superior Formations be drawn in our stead…” “Similarly, no matter how well you learn, they might not treat you as a ‘treasure’…” “So, you just focus on learning. As long as you learn something, regardless of the renown, that’s bringing honor to our state boundary, and we will all be happy for you!” Mo Hua felt much relieved and couldn’t help but smile, “Thank you, Court Leader!” Court Leader Zhou nodded slightly, clearly pleased, and continued to enjoy his tea. When Mo Hua heard Court Leader Zhou mention “Second Grade Formation Master,” he asked, “Court Leader, can one be certified as a Second Rank Formation Master here in Immortal City?” “Second Rank Formation Master?” Court Leader Zhou was startled, then shook his head, “No.” “A Second-Grade Prefecture Border doesn’t have the credentials to certify a Second Rank Formation Master; at least a Third-Grade State Boundary or above is required…” “Oh,” Mo Hua nodded in acknowledgment. Court Leader Zhou lifted his teacup, about to take a sip, when he suddenly paused, the cup trembling, “You… became a Second Rank Formation Master?” Mo Hua thought for a moment, then shook his head. A Second-grade Junior Formation Master required mastery of the Second-grade Thirteen Patterns Formation. Although Mo felt it wouldn’t be difficult, he had only learned one Second-grade Earth Fire Formation so far, still some way off from becoming a true Second Grade Initial Stage Formation Master. So, he couldn’t be counted as a Second Rank Formation Master. “Not yet, I was just asking,” Mo Hua said. Court Leader Zhou nodded slightly, calming his emotions. Just asking, and he had given himself a scare… He thought as much, a Second Rank Formation Master would be too outrageous… Fifteen years old and a First Rank Formation Master was already impressive. If he became a Second Rank Formation Master, that would be somewhat…inhuman… Afterward, Court Leader Zhou handed the Cloud Crossing Order to Mo Hua, instructing him to take good care of it. The crossing would start on the first day of the month two months later, and he must not miss it. Mo Hua held the cool Cloud Crossing Order, feeling both the weight and an unavoidable sense of solitude. “I’m really going to… leave, huh…” He was about to bid farewell to Immortal City, to his parents, to his relatives and friends, and set off for an unfamiliar state boundary, embarking on an unknown journey… Mo Hua felt a sense of guilt. Especially towards his own parents. But he had to go to Qian State…