When the Young Miss sent her money, Nana Warren accepted it without any hesitation, knowing she was capable enough to work for her. But now, she truly felt her abilities were limited. ’I can’t do this! Aaaah!’

Seeing the lack of confidence on her face, Celeste Grant took her hand, casually picked up the ring, and placed it in her palm.

"This is an investment. Don’t forget, you still have to work for me for three thousand years. I’m a black-hearted capitalist; I don’t make deals I’ll lose money on."

Nana Warren’s capabilities were beyond question, so looking at the long term, Celeste knew she wouldn’t lose out.

’This is what it feels like to be trusted.’ She felt that she’d be willing to work not just for three thousand years, but for thirty thousand.

At this thought, she didn’t know how to express her current feelings. So, imitating the deathsworn retainers from television dramas, she dropped to one knee and said with a solemn expression, "I, Nana Warren, swear to pledge my life in loyalty to you, Young Miss."

’This scene feels so familiar.’

Celeste Grant couldn’t help but laugh. "If that’s the case, you’ll be my steward from now on. Drip your blood on this Storage Ring to claim it. There are over a hundred thousand Spirit Stones inside for you as well."

Nana Warren nodded, her face beaming. "Thank you, Young Miss."

The Young Miss was giving her too much, and she wasn’t foolish enough to refuse. All she could do was pledge her entire life in return. Leo was always confident that she had made the right choice.

"Alright, now let’s address your cultivation. If you want to stay by my side, your cultivation level has to keep up."

As she spoke, she waved her hand, and several large, rustic chests landed on the floor.

Celeste Grant stood, walked over to the chests, and crouched down to start rummaging through them. "In The Cultivation World, Five Elements Spirit Roots are the most common," she explained. "A Thunder Spirit Root like yours is rare, so ordinary Cultivation Techniques won’t suit you."

As she spoke, she rummaged through two chests before finally pulling out two ancient-looking tomes and tossing them to Nana Warren.

Leo quickly caught them.

She looked down at the Cultivation Methods in her hands and read the titles.

Thunder System Body Refining Technique.

Mixed Thunder Immortal Cultivation Technique.

Just from the names alone, she knew these were definitely Cultivation Methods that countless people would fight to the death for.

Celeste Grant glanced at her. "Those are two thunder-element Cultivation Methods. Since you have a Thunder Spirit Root, they’re perfect for you. Take them and cultivate diligently. Take a look for yourself first. As the saying goes, a master leads you through the door, but your cultivation is up to you. I don’t have a Thunder Spirit Root, so I can’t help you much. However, I’ve checked them, and they have notes left by a previous cultivator, so you shouldn’t have any problems."

Leo had a top-grade spiritual root, which meant she had high talent and excellent comprehension. Celeste wasn’t the least bit worried that she wouldn’t be able to cultivate. ’Some people are just born geniuses, and I think Leo is one of them.’

At that moment, Nana Warren said, "Young Miss, pinch me. I need to see if I’m dreaming."

Celeste extended her hand and gave her arm a sharp pinch.

"Ouch, that hurts... I’m really not dreaming."

"Thank you, Young Miss! I’ll be sure to cultivate diligently. I definitely won’t let you down."

Celeste Grant gave a slight nod.

"Alright. Focus on your cultivation. There’s no Spiritual Energy in the world right now, so just hold a Spirit Stone in your hand when you cultivate. Once the Spirit Stone is depleted, it will crumble to dust. Just grab a new one then."

As she finished speaking, she waved her hand, and the chests on the floor vanished.

"I understand, Young Miss. I’ll go try it in a moment." ’Cultivation... the dream of over a billion people in Veridia, and I’m no exception.’

That night, Nana Warren stayed at Celeste Grant’s house and began her cultivation. Leo had her own room there, so she would sometimes stay over—room and board included. Most of the time, however, she went back to her own apartment.

Just as Celeste Grant suspected, some people were simply born for this. The next morning, when Celeste came downstairs, she found Leo in the living room, brimming with energy. Not only that, but she was wearing an apron and had already prepared a lavish breakfast.

Celeste Grant glanced at her, slightly surprised.

’Damn, this girl already broke through to the Qi Refinement Realm? That was fast! I remember back then, without a Spirit Root, I could only watch others cultivate with envy.’

Celeste Grant glanced at her.

"You’ve entered the Qi Refinement Realm."

’The Qi Refinement Realm in a single night?’

That cultivation speed would place her among the top tier, even in The Cultivation World. Reaching the Qi Refinement Realm in a month was already considered a sign of excellent Cultivation Talent, and many people cultivated for years just to reach that first step. ’Comparisons truly are odious.’

’Is this what a genius is? Then again, Leo became a lawyer despite coming from an orphanage. That alone is enough to prove how formidable she is.’

Leo smiled. "I just tried to cultivate according to the book, and it actually worked. It felt like when I was in school—the homework was difficult, but I just happened to know all the answers. Then, when I opened my eyes, I was already at the First Level of Qi Refinement. Young Miss, you have no idea, I felt so disgusting when I woke up this morning, like I’d fallen into an outhouse. I took a quick shower so the smell wouldn’t bother you before I started making breakfast."

She could clearly feel the changes in her body. Her meridians and bones had strengthened and expanded. There was a new, abundant power flowing within her. ’This must be my cultivation.’

Celeste Grant laughed.

"The Body Refining Technique you’re practicing has the effect of Purifying Essence and Marrow. It’s normal."

"First Level of Qi Refinement. Not bad. Keep it up."

"Yes, Young Miss! I’ll do my best."

She pulled out a chair for her. "Please, sit, Young Miss. These are all your favorites. Crystal dumplings and pork soup dumplings. Please, try them."

Celeste Grant sat down.

It did smell delicious.

She picked one up with her chopsticks and took a bite.

It was a familiar taste, one she hadn’t had in a very long time.

"Delicious."

Nana Warren beamed when she saw Celeste smile.

"I’m glad you like it, Young Miss. You were in The Cultivation World for so long, I was worried your tastes might have changed."

When it came to going the extra mile, who could possibly outdo Leo? She had specifically paid for cooking classes to learn these skills, all to solidify her position as number one. The saying "opportunity favors the prepared" really was true.

"Hurry and eat, Young Miss."

"Look, I steamed the crystal dumplings with several different fillings. You have to try the shrimp one; it’s delicious. I went to the market myself to pick out the freshest shrimp."

"I can get them myself. You should sit and eat too." 𝚏𝗿𝗲𝐞𝚠𝕖𝐛𝗻𝗼𝐯𝕖𝚕.𝚌𝗼𝗺

"Alright, then. Make sure you eat plenty."

Celeste Grant was the one providing the meals, so Leo often ate with her.

After breakfast, Leo cleared the table and put the dishes in the dishwasher.

As she was wiping down the dining table, Celeste Grant looked up and asked, "Leo, where are Nanny Carter and the others?"

She turned to look over. "Young Miss, you were in the hospital for a long time, so the house was empty. I sent them all home. Now that you’re back, I’ll call Nanny Carter and the others and ask them to return to work."

Celeste Grant thought for a moment, then shook her head slightly.