'Qinglian Holy Platform?'
A trace of doubt flashed in Gu He's eyes as he heard the system's words in his mind.
'What is this?'
Seeing Qing Lin gazing fondly at the cyan lotus stand in his hand, her attention entirely captivated by it, Gu He's mind stirred. Without hesitation, he sank his consciousness into the system space.
Upon arriving, his eyes immediately fixed on the space before him. There, a radiant blue lotus platform floated serenely, emanating a soft glow.
This cyan lotus platform was twice the size of the one Gu He had just given Qing Lin—spanning a full two meters in width. Even two people standing atop it would find ample space.
"Is this the Qinglian Holy Platform?"
Surprise flickered in Gu He's eyes before he commanded the system directly, "System, extract the Qinglian Holy Platform!"
The moment he spoke, the blue lotus platform in the space pulsed with a brighter light before transforming into a streak of green dou qi that shot toward him.
As if guided by instinct, Gu He extended his hands, and the cyan light settled into his palm, materializing into a miniature version of the lotus stand.
"It can change size?" A faint smile tugged at the corners of his lips.
Suddenly, a beam of green light shot from the Qinglian lotus platform, piercing into Gu He's mind. In an instant, a flood of mysterious knowledge surged within him—detailing the functions and usage of the Qinglian Holy Platform.
After a moment, Gu He slowly opened his eyes, having fully absorbed the information. He now understood the platform's capabilities and how to wield them.
The Qinglian Holy Platform's primary function was to accelerate cultivation. By meditating atop it, one's cultivation speed could increase fifteen fold.
Additionally, it possessed formidable defensive capabilities, capable of conjuring a Qinglian Holy Shield with astonishing resilience.
Lastly, it could fly, functioning as a high-speed aerial treasure.
"What a treasure!"
As the platform's various functions flashed through his mind, a satisfied grin spread across Gu He's face.
With a thought, he formed a series of hand seals. The Qinglian Holy Platform emitted a cyan glow before vanishing into his palm.
Smiling faintly, Gu He withdrew his consciousness from the system space.
When Gu He's awareness returned to his body, he found Qing Lin still staring intently at the Green Lotus platform in her hands.
Amused, Gu He said, "Qing Lin, this cyan lotus platform can enhance your cultivation speed. From now on, you'll practice on it."
Snapping out of her daze, Qing Lin's eyes sparkled with excitement. "Teacher, I want to try it now!"
Gu He chuckled. "Go ahead."
Nodding eagerly, Qing Lin carried the lotus platform to a corner of the room, sat cross-legged atop it, and began cultivating.
As she formed her hand seals, Gu He observed a faint cyan light enveloping her body. With each breath, the dou qi she absorbed was noticeably purer and denser than before.
Before long, the little girl's emerald-green eyes flew open in astonishment.
"Teacher! My cultivation speed really improved!" she exclaimed brightly.
Gu He nodded with a smile. "Good. Any improvement is progress."
With this lotus platform, Qing Lin's cultivation would advance rapidly. However, it still wasn't enough.
She had started late, and if she hoped to catch up to Liu Ling and Xiao Yi Xian (Little Fairy Doctor), the lotus platform alone wouldn't suffice.
'And her progress will still lag behind mine…'
Gu He's thoughts turned to the Two-Headed Fire Spirit Serpent he had stored in the system space.
His purpose in subduing it was clear—to forge a contract between it and Qing Lin.
As a bearer of the Triple Jade-Green Snake Flower Pupils, Qing Lin's potential was immense. Gu He had no intention of wasting such a gift.
Having read the original records, he knew the Triple Jade-Green Snake Flower Pupils were a rare trait found only in descendants of humans and snake-people.
This anomaly arose from the bloodline reversion of the ancient Heavenly Serpent Emperor, granting the wielder dominance over serpentine beasts.
Those with these pupils can establish a one-sided, forceful connection with snake-form magical beasts, effectively subduing them.
It can store tamed beasts in a dimensional space that expanded with their strength and absorb energy from these beasts albeit slowly.
This Pupil can even induce hallucinations in opponents when mastered—a deadly advantage in battle.
Once fully developed, Qing Lin's pupils would make her a peerless powerhouse.
With this in mind, Gu He beckoned Qing Lin forward. "Come here. As your teacher, I'll now give you your second gift."
Qing Lin blinked in confusion. "Ah… another gift?"
Gu He smiled. "This is my rule. Every disciple receives three gifts upon becoming my disciple. Your senior brother and sister were no exception—neither will you."
For a moment, Qing Lin was stunned. Then, her face lit up with a sweet smile. "Teacher, being your disciple is wonderful!"
Seeing her innocent delight, Gu He couldn't resist pinching her soft cheek. "This is just the beginning. Work hard, make breakthroughs, and I'll reward you every month."
"Three rewards… every month?"Qing Lin gasped, then asked, "Do senior brother and the others get the same?"
"Naturally," Gu He affirmed. "All my disciples are treated equally."
Her excitement reignited, Qing Lin clenched her fists with determination. "Teacher, I'll train harder than ever!"
Patting her head, Gu He chuckled. "Good. Now, let's see your second gift—I'm sure you'll love it."
Anticipation gleamed in Qing Lin's eyes.
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