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At this time, the supervisor of the woodshed came over. She was an old lady with a hunched figure. She walked over with difficulty, leaning on a cane full of knots. Her white hair was combed into a simple bun, and she was wearing a simple cloth dress, but there was a kind light in her eyes.

Senior Sister Qingying stepped forward and saluted, saying, "Hello, Madam Su. This is our new disciple, Lu Xiuyuan. You will be working in the woodshed from now on." Lu Xiuyuan then handed over his identity jade card.

The old lady looked at Lu Xiuyuan and Qingying with a smile, took Lu Xiuyuan's jade token, read the information on it with her spiritual power, and said in a gentle tone: "You are new here, welcome to join our Juling Sect. I am the head of the firewood room here, responsible for providing firewood for the sect."

Lu Xiuyuan quickly stepped forward and clasped his fists, saying, "Master, you have worked hard. My name is Lu Xiuyuan, and I hope you will give me your guidance in the future."

The old lady nodded and said with a smile: "Lu Xiuyuan, young man, practice more in the sect, and you will definitely achieve something in the future. If you need anything, just tell me, and I will do my best to meet your needs."

Qingying interrupted and said, "We want to take some firewood back to the room so that we can make a fire and cook."

The old lady smiled and nodded: "Of course, the firewood room is for the disciples to provide firewood for daily use. You can pick it yourself, don't be polite."

Lu Xiuyuan and Qingying picked some firewood in the firewood room and told Nanny Sun that this was enough and they wanted to go to Lu Xiuyuan's room to take a look. Nanny Sun agreed enthusiastically and led them through the alleys of the sect, around a hedge and tree shadows, and arrived at Lu Xiuyuan's residence.

The room is not big, but it is full of a warm atmosphere. The simple and neat furnishings show the owner's personality. A simple bed is placed by the window, and the curtains are swaying slightly, making people feel a touch of tranquility. In the corner, there is a small desk, on which are placed some books and jade slips on cultivation.

The moonlight outside the window sprinkled in the courtyard, reflecting a faint silver-white glow. The breeze blew, carrying the scent of flowers, making people feel peaceful and comfortable.

The living facilities are complete and everything is in order. Qingying looked at all this and smiled: "Lu Xiuyuan, your room is really comfortable and pleasant, very nice."

Lu Xiuyuan also said: "It's really good, much better than my life in the firewood store."

After that, Lu Xiuyuan motioned for Senior Sister Qingying to sit down first, and he walked to the stove with a bundle of firewood and started to make a fire to prepare for cooking. In the process of making the fire, the flames jumped, and the heat gradually spread, making up for the chill of the cold night. While Lu Xiuyuan was making the fire, he listened to Qingying's words.

Qingying sat aside, looking at the flames, and said softly: "Although the firewood room is on the edge of the sect, it also has its advantages. It is hidden and not likely to attract the attention of other people in the sect. And next to it is the back mountain of Beishan, which is desolate and deep, very suitable for training and experience."

She paused for a moment, then continued, "In the Juling Sect, the level of a disciple is very important. The higher the level, the more resources you can mobilize and the more benefits you can enjoy. Therefore, high-level disciples usually live in the core of the sect, and this is even more true for inner disciples."

"In the sect, resources are limited, and disciples compete for limited resources to improve their cultivation and then their levels. So, you have to be extra careful now, race against time to improve your cultivation, and embark on the path of cultivating immortals. Only by becoming stronger can you better protect yourself. I don't want to see anyone in our sect get into an accident again." Qingying's tone revealed a hint of sadness.

Lu Xiuyuan nodded after hearing this, silently grateful for Qingying's concern. He put the sorted firewood aside, then picked up a large piece of wood and threw it into the stove vigorously. The flames instantly became more vigorous, and the stove fire was bright and warm.

Qingying stared at the fire and reminded, "It's getting late. You should rest early after dinner. You have to start work tomorrow."

"Senior Sister, I've prepared the meal. Don't you want to eat something before leaving?" Lu Xiuyuan asked, showing his gratitude and respect for Qingying.

Qingying waved her hand to indicate that it was not necessary, and got up and left.

Lu Xiuyuan began to prepare dinner by the stove. Smoke rose from the stove and a warm atmosphere gradually filled the wood room. He opened the storage bag and took out some simple ingredients, but the most eye-catching one was the piece of meat given by the chef.

The meat had an alluring aroma, and even before it was cooked, it had already aroused Lu Xiuyuan's appetite. While he was waiting for the water in the pot to boil, he gently put the meat into the water. Strangely, the density of this piece of meat seemed to be lighter than ordinary meat, as if it was floating on the water.

As time passed, the meat gradually changed from pink to deep red, emitting a charming glow. The aroma of meat rushed to his face and rushed straight to his head, making Lu Xiuyuan unable to suppress his appetite, and the rumbling sound of his stomach gradually reached its peak.

During the cooking process, the whole wood room was filled with fragrance, as if in a wonderland of delicious food. Lu Xiuyuan carefully turned the meat, watching the flames licking, his heart full of anticipation for the delicious food. This piece of meat not only became more attractive in color, but also exuded a stronger aroma.

When the delicious meat was finally cooked, Lu Xiuyuan couldn't help but take it out and put it on the table. Its surface was shining with an attractive luster, and the deep red meat looked tender and juicy.

Lu Xiuyuan could no longer suppress his inner desire. He did not have time to use the bowl and chopsticks, but used "two and a half pairs" to directly put the delicious meat into his mouth. He held the delicious meat in both hands and ate it with relish, as if he was enjoying a feast of delicious food. The meat exuded infinite spirituality, and every bite made the juice overflow. The fresh and smooth taste filled his entire mouth, making him unable to stop and linger.

The deliciousness of this piece of meat far exceeded Lu Xiuyuan's expectations, as if it was a perfect fusion of spirituality and deliciousness. Every bite was a kind of enjoyment, making people sigh at the wonder of the realm of immortality. The aroma of the meat filled the mouth, making the whole woodshed bathed in a delicious atmosphere.

Lu Xiuyuan knew that the piece of meat in front of him was a rare delicacy, so he not only ate it with relish, but also refused to waste the soup in the pot. He picked up the pot and gulped down the broth. The broth was rich and mellow, accompanied by the delicious meat, as if it was a spiritual enjoyment, which intoxicated Lu Xiuyuan.

It was really satisfying. After finishing this meal, Lu Xiuyuan felt that the whole world had become beautiful. Tomorrow was full of hope, and his body was greatly nourished by this delicious food. Warmth permeated his whole body, as if there was an inexhaustible power quietly surging.

The deliciousness of this meal not only filled his stomach, but also filled the emptiness deep in Lu Xiuyuan's heart. This feeling of fullness was not only physical satisfaction, but also spiritual satisfaction. He felt as if he had merged into this magical world of cultivation, blending with the spiritual energy and radiating the vitality of life.