Mythology Management System

Talent is undoubtedly one of the most difficult things for cultivators to improve; let alone improve it, even measuring it is extremely difficult.

But in the face of the system, all these rules are broken, and talent is transformed into quantifiable numerical values.

"System, how much does talent affect a person's cultivation? Or to what extent can it affect them?" Fu Jiu asked the system in his mind.

The importance of talent is beyond doubt, and Fu Jiu is well aware of this.

However, no one could explain the specifics, and he hoped the system could provide a precise answer.

"Returning to host, the system classifies ordinary cultivators' talents into ten levels, ranging from half a star to five stars."

"Under normal circumstances, the number of stars in a cultivator's talent indicates roughly what level they can reach at their peak. These data are calculated by the system based on endless spacetime big data, and are average values."

"What about the extra half-star?"

Bai Qi's talent is rated at two and a half stars. This means that, according to the system, his talent is stronger than that of cultivators who have reached the second tier at their peak, but weaker than that of cultivators who have reached the third tier.

"Back to host, the extra half-star talent means there is a possibility of breaking through to the next realm, but it is not absolute."

"Hmm." Fu Jiu understood what the system meant.

This is similar to a cultivator with three and a half stars of talent; he may have the potential to break through to the next level, but he may not necessarily succeed.

"So, according to this logic, cultivators with high talent can normally achieve very high cultivation levels?"

"That's not the case, host. The system's data is based on the premise that these cultivators do not perish, have sufficient resources, and can successfully overcome their tribulations."

"In fact, less than one percent of the four- or five-star talent holders can break through to the corresponding level."

Fu Jiu expressed his understanding, saying that the path of a cultivator is full of hardships, and how can one not encounter some natural disasters and man-made calamities?

"Why is Mr. Bowen's talent unknown? And what level of talent do those cultivators who have reached the sixth level possess?"

The system only classifies talents into five levels, which means that even at their peak, cultivators can only break through to the fifth level.

Where did that sixth-tier cultivator come from? And what level of talent does he possess?

"Host, breaking through to the sixth rank and above depends not only on talent, but also, most importantly, on opportunity. Some cultivators can break through the shackles of their own talent by relying on great luck and great opportunities. These people are all the chosen ones of heaven, and even exist in an era."

"Heh, so you're saying that even you can't detect those people's talents?"

System silence...

That's right. Those monsters' talents are indeed astonishing, probably exceeding the five-star range of normal cultivators. That's why the system described them as prodigies of heaven, surpassing an entire generation.

Unfortunately, his talent is still hovering around one star. He should pay attention to eating more talent fruits in the future, as it's always a good thing to have better talent.

When Fu Jiu came to her senses, Liu Bowen had already left. This big shot had been researching some strange and unusual things lately and hadn't been idle at all.

Fu Jiu turned his gaze to Li Si, straightened his expression, and said, "Next, we need to do our best to find some demonic beasts with special abilities. Li Si, do you have any suggestions?"

This matter cannot be taken lightly. Although he had already reminded Li Si to search for it as soon as possible, Fu Jiu felt it would be better to urge him on.

Having just obtained the Chaotic World Demon Slaying Technique, Fu Jiu was eager to test its power.

Seeing Fu Jiu's eagerness, Li Si also became more serious and pondered, "I can try to use the Mercenary Guild's intelligence system to check, or if that doesn't work, I can list a bounty, but it might take a little longer."

Li Si is still nominally affiliated with the Mercenary Guild, enjoying the guild's complete intelligence system, and of course, he receives a hefty intelligence fee.

"Do we have to wait a few more days?" Fu Jiu murmured softly.

Although he was somewhat impatient, he could still distinguish between what was important and what was urgent. In the early stages of cultivating the Chaotic World Demon Slaying Technique, it was best not to change the demon spirit in the short term.

Only after he becomes familiar with the abilities of the first spirit can he replace it or devour it to evolve.

The whole process should be gradual and cannot be finalized all at once. Being hasty will only harm yourself in the end.

"We've already endured so much, a few more days won't make a difference."

Li Si said, "I'll go check out the Mercenary Guild later."

"Mm." Fu Jiu nodded, everything understood without saying a word.

There are eleven talent fruits left. Fu Jiu gave two to Li Si and three to Bai Qi, leaving six.

Bai Qi is closest to the fourth rank, so it's only right that we take care of him. He also has plans for the remaining six fruits.

Even peripheral members are still members, and their treatment shouldn't be too bad, especially since we'll be using their strength later.

The three monks, Hua Heshang, Nangong Changwan, and Lü Wende, were all stuck at the half-step third stage. Under normal circumstances, even with the help of the Qi and Blood Fruit, it would take them quite a while to break through.

Looking at his talent level, the Flower Monk is three stars, which is normal. If his meridians weren't blocked, this monk would definitely advance to the third rank.

Nanchang Changwan has only two stars in talent, no wonder he's been stuck at the peak of the second tier and unable to advance.

Lu Wende's talent is two and a half stars, which is normal, but Zhao Ke'er gave him a surprise - a four-star talent.

Now Fu Jiu was even more certain that this girl had an extraordinary background; it was rare for a cultivator with such high talent to appear in an ordinary family.

Moreover, Liu Bowen had told him that Zhao Ke'er had a fourth-level guard by her side, but he had already refused to let him in.

The man didn't dare to be too presumptuous. After confirming that his young lady was unharmed, he stayed outside and had no intention of coming in.

Just then, the Flower Monk rushed over, his bald head covered in a glistening patch of sweat, clearly indicating that he had just finished exercising.

"Chief, someone outside is looking for you. He claims to be from the Dragon Slayer Pavilion. What should we do?"

The Flower Monk wiped the sweat from his forehead, somewhat puzzled.

Zhanlong Pavilion seems to be one of the underground overlords of Qingshui City, right? The leader's name is Wei Zheng, I remember he's a fourth-level cultivator.

Before coming to Qingshui City, he had collected information about the city and knew some basic power divisions. As one of the underground overlords of Qingshui City, Zhanlong Pavilion was something that Hua Heshang naturally knew about. However, he was curious about how Zhanlong Pavilion could be connected with their mythology.

"Wei Zheng couldn't hold back any longer?"

Fu Jiu was not surprised that Wei Zheng was able to find his residence.

Zhanlong Pavilion is one of the local overlords, so it has some ability.

As for Wei Zheng's reason for sending someone to find him, Fu Jiu didn't need to guess to know that the old scoundrel was planning to start a war against the White Shark Gang.

That bastard White Shark has rallied quite a few people, and the Dragon Slayer Pavilion alone can't handle him. Wei Zheng must be planning to recruit allies.

The system mission does include suppressing all underground forces in Qingshui City, but it won't be easy for Zhanlong Pavilion to get him to take action. Fu Jiu would feel guilty if he didn't make them bleed a little.