Chapter 9: The Marvelous Power of the Dharma Instruments, may I be willing to serve as the abbot

Jiang Changsheng looked at the pastries beside him, revealing a look of regret

The Fourth Prince's departure from the capital did not cause any waves in the city. With more than ten princes currently in the court and the Crown Prince already established, the Fourth Prince's presence is not particularly significant

Meng Qiuhé and Meng Qiushuāng are biological siblings. In their childhood, their parents were killed by bandits, but they were fortunate to be rescued by Daoist Qingxu, who took them up the mountain together

Does this guy also want to learn from Li Changqing

Jiang Changsheng has transformed into the Second Senior Brother, and he feels somewhat helpless; the speed of this promotion is too rapid

The Daoist priest Qingxu waved his whisk and turned to leave, upon which Jiang Changsheng hurriedly followed him

What did Meng Qiuhai mean by that statement just now

He turned around and looked at the disciples.

Third junior brother, you should go to bed early at this late hour, do not indulge these little rascals in their mischief

Meng Qiuhé stared at him, his gaze intense as he said: "Third Junior Brother, two years ago, you were able to slay the Evil King. How strong are you now? When will you spar with me?"

Jiang Changsheng asked, "Where are you going to enlist? Not in the capital?"

However, none of this was caused by him; he is also a victim

... ...

The Daoist priest Qingxu calmly said: "If you are unwilling to descend the mountain, would you be willing to become the abbot of Longqi Temple in the future?"

Longqi Temple has returned to its former state, with officials and nobles visiting frequently to burn incense and seek guidance, as well as heroes coming to stay and cultivate their minds. Although Jiang Changsheng is the third disciple, he does not usually receive guests; this responsibility falls to the other disciples. Currently, the temple is managed by the second senior sister, Meng Qiushuang.

When Jiang Changsheng infused spiritual power into the Qilin whisk, the long whiskers above could extend freely, and he was able to control them to perform actions such as binding and striking

Let the position of the chief disciple be taken up by Qiu Shuang, and the other disciples shall be promoted in order of their rank said Daoist Qingxu

Once the items of survival rewards are taken out, they can only exist in reality along with the * map * book

Half an hour later, the Qilin Dust successfully recognized its master. After recognizing its master, the Qilin Dust began to autonomously absorb the spiritual energy of heaven and earth, which was quite miraculous

It must be said that most of the martial arts at Longqi View are quite mediocre, and in Jiang Changsheng's view, they are no different from the traditional martial arts of Earth in his previous life

Jiang Changsheng smiled and said, "Becoming a prince and joining the army is not so easy; you must think it through carefully."

The Great Jing Dynasty has stood for sixteen years, enjoying internal harmony and peace; however, external warfare has never ceased. The northern front has been in constant conflict, and each year a new batch of distinguished generals emerges from the military achievements.

Returning to the bed, Jiang Changsheng furrowed his brows

The next morning, after he finished ringing the bell and returned, Qingku was not in the room. Therefore, he took the Qilin whisk out of his mind. He had been worried that once the survival reward was taken out, it could not be put back, so he had refrained from taking it until now. It was time to take it out.

At the age of sixteen, he is exceptionally handsome and stands out remarkably in a crowd

Could it be that one has cultivated demonic skills

In the courtyard, a group of disciples stood on the four-sided corridor, excitedly shouting and cheering, as they watched Qing Ku and Jiang Changsheng sparring with each other

Jiang Yu curiously asked: "If in these years, my elder brother or other princes were to come and try to win you over, would you come down from the mountain?"

Jiang Changsheng attempted to return the Qilin whisk to his mind, but indeed failed

In addition to pursuing immortality, the greatest goal of the current emperor is to conquer the ancient Khan and achieve a remarkable feat that will be remembered through the ages

The voice was urgent and anxious, reflecting a tone of desperation

As for the current emperor, there are quite a few grievances among the people, as the construction of the canal is indeed a burden on the populace and a waste of resources

The two quickly arrived in front of the Mingxin Hall, where most of the disciples had gathered. Those who were not present were either responsible for guarding the mountain gate or attending to guests

Jiang Changsheng was taken aback, as this was the first time Jiang Yu had revealed his true feelings to him

Meng Qiushuang gritted her teeth and said, "Master, I will go find him!"

As the days pass by, the leaves of the trees within Longqi Temple begin to turn yellow, heralding the imminent arrival of autumn

Jiang Changsheng opened his eyes, got up, and leaned over the railing to look down at Qingku, asking: "What do you mean? Are you referring to Senior Brother Meng or Senior Brother Li?"

During this period, he thoroughly mastered the Sword Control Technique. Aside from practicing the Daoist Natural Skill, he had no other matters to attend to, so he might as well engage in playing with tools.

Jiang Yu revealed a smile and turned to leave

Meng Qiuhé watched him enter the house before turning to leave

Not only these two individuals, but there are also other dignitaries and nobles who wish to visit Jiang Changsheng. Initially, he received them, but as the visits became more frequent, he politely declined. This is because those individuals merely wanted to witness him and lacked the sincerity of formal respect.

At noon, Jiang Changsheng sat in meditation atop the Dao Bell Tower, facing the blazing sun, cultivating his energy and absorbing the essence of the heavens and the earth.

In just two short years, he has become a completely different person. The once lively and cheerful Second Senior Brother has now transformed into a gloomy man obsessed with martial arts...

Of course it is Senior Brother Meng, to be precise, yet another Master Brother has run away

Jiang Changsheng thought to himself, he waved his hand and said: "I do not wish to descend the mountain, I only want to stay at Longqi Temple, living in peace with the world."

He grasped the Qilin whisk, feeling the surging magical power within; truly, it is a magical artifact, imbued with its own spiritual energy

Although he feels some regret, he is still able to do so

He did not expect that Daoist Qingxu would mean this

... ...

The bright moon hangs high in the sky, and the stars twinkle faintly

Jiang Changsheng frowned, turned over and leaped, descending lightly like a white crane. Qing Ku had already grown accustomed to his movements and immediately took the lead.

The surrounding disciples all applauded, praising the third senior brother for his prowess

Jiang Changsheng had just finished instructing on the Shadow Leg and the *Illustrated Book*, and was about to dismiss his guests when unexpectedly he spoke these words

Jiang Yu smiled and said, "There is no way, if I do not join the army, I cannot compete with my elder brother."

Qing Ku helplessly exclaimed: "I won't come anymore"

Wonderful

Qing Ku hurriedly got up and quickly ran back into the house, leaving only Jiang Changsheng and the visitor in the courtyard

Jiang Changsheng sighed inwardly, ultimately attributing it all to him. If he had not been rescued to Longqi Temple, the situation would have been different

The Taoist priest Qingxu sighed and said: "No need, respect him. Qiuhé is different from Changqing; he has not sought refuge with the demonic sect. He merely wishes to acquire greater power. In the future, perhaps you will see him again in the capital."

He appears casual, yet he is extremely anxious inside

Jiang Changsheng shook his head and chuckled: "Of course not. If I were after fame and fortune, I would have long heeded Your Majesty's words and gone to participate in the martial examination."

Meng Qiuhé walked up to Jiang Changsheng and said earnestly, his brows tightly furrowed, and a few strands of white hair appeared at his temples

The other disciples continued to discuss Meng Qiuhua's descent from the mountain

Jiang Changsheng still very much wants to know whether Qingxu Daoist is aware of his background and what his views are, as this would help him decide how to take revenge

Jiang Changsheng was taken aback and hurriedly asked, "Master, why do you want to send me down the mountain?"

So soon

He is still uncertain whether there is anyone in the capital who can rival him, and he must exercise caution

Guhan is a dynasty located to the north of the Dajing Dynasty, with vast territories. It frequently invades neighboring dynasties. The predecessor of the Dajing Dynasty, the Chu Dynasty, was once invaded by Guhan, resulting in the loss of more than half of its territory. Both the royal family and the common people suffered great humiliation, leading to a deep-seated hatred among the people of the Dajing Dynasty towards Guhan.

The Qilin whisk appeared in his hand out of thin air. This whisk looked no different from an ordinary whisk, but the handle was of a white jade color, resembling a piece of white bone

Jiang Yu smiled and said: "Of course, I will head north. I intend to flatten the desert and destroy his ancient Khan."

Meng Qiuhé inquired: "I have heard that Li Changqing has already reached the pinnacle realm. Third junior brother, do you wish to descend the mountain and venture out for a while?"

From this point onward, Jiang Changsheng wore the Taihang Sword at his waist and held the Qilin Whisk in his hand, exuding an air of celestial grace and Daoist demeanor. When disciples inquired about the whisk, he stated that it was a gift from Chen Li, and all the disciples in the temple were aware that Chen Li occasionally visited him along with the Fourth Prince.

Jiang Changsheng smiled and said, "Alright, Senior Brother."

Brother Changsheng, I am going to enlist in the military. Within five years, I will not be able to visit you. I hope you can understand.

After Jiang Changsheng broke through to the fourth level of the Dao Fa Natural Skill, he did not become complacent, but instead worked diligently on his practice every day

The young man stood before Jiang Changsheng, speaking with great enthusiasm. With his hands on his hips and sweat pouring down his face, he remained full of energy.

The laughter of youth echoes between the buildings, and at the age of fourteen, he is full of confidence and vitality

It will be a long time before I can enjoy such delicious pastries again

The faction of the false prince is growing increasingly powerful. It is said that he has already taken control of two of the six ministries, and he personally oversees the government offices in the capital. At the age of sixteen, he possesses the capability to handle state affairs, and many people are looking forward to the prosperous era he will bring to the Great Jing once he ascends to the throne

Jiang Changsheng replied: "Then I wish you success"

Since reaching the fourth level of the Daoist principle of natural law, Jiang Changsheng occasionally offers guidance to other disciples, thus establishing the image of the third senior brother, whose prestige has been steadily rising

Jiang Changsheng once again pushed Qing Ku away with one hand, causing Qing Ku to retreat seven steps, stumbling and falling to the ground.

Jiang Changsheng stood in place, his feet unmoved, with his left hand resting behind his waist and his right hand fending off Qing Ku. No matter what attack Qing Ku launched, he was always able to easily neutralize it and then push back in response

Jiang Changsheng did not want to discourage Meng Qiuhé, so he gently refused, saying: "Forget it, at that time it was just that the Evil King was careless; I am actually not his match. Senior Brother, I am tired and will go back to rest now. Let's practice swordsmanship together when we have the time."

Inside the hall, Daoist Qingxu stood with his back to them, holding a letter in his hand, remaining silent.

Arriving at a tranquil courtyard, the yard is not large, featuring an old tree whose trunk winds like a dragon's body. The dense autumn leaves flutter in the wind, and a ring of yellow has already accumulated on the ground

After thinking for a while, he decided not to meddle in others' affairs and then began to practice with his eyes closed

The Daoist priest Qingxu paused, gazing at the old tree, and slowly spoke: "Longevity, do you wish to descend the mountain?"

Qing Ku practiced the Nine Seeking Heavenly Dragon Steps taught by Jiang Changsheng. This technique is exquisite, but lacks substantial offensive power, thus Qing Ku's attacking moves are based on the martial arts of Longqi Guan.

Jiang Changsheng was just about to ask if anyone else had any advice when the gate of the courtyard was pushed open. Everyone turned their heads to look and immediately ran back to their rooms in fright

Jiang Changsheng was surprised that Meng Qiuhé came down the mountain without his own sister

Having spoken, he turned and walked towards his house

Brother Changsheng, wait for me to ride back to the capital, I will promote your martial arts on the battlefield

Passing through the Hall of Enlightenment, they entered a long corridor, where the noise from the outside world gradually faded away. Jiang Changsheng followed behind Daoist Qingxu, lost in thought, unaware of what he was about to say.

He will become the senior brother in two years, right

Qing Ku suddenly ran downstairs and shouted: "Something bad has happened, Senior Brother, the Master Brother has run away again"

Jiang Changsheng observed his calm expression, indicating that he had likely anticipated this.

A memory surged in his mind, instructing him on how to establish ownership of the magical artifact. He began to imitate this process, probing his consciousness into the Qilin whisk, breaking through the internal restrictions of the artifact

In the scorching summer, the space is slightly distorted from the heat.

Longevity, follow me