Chapter 10, Absolutely Not a Creature of the Pool
Even if one has extensively read classical texts and can recite all the books in the village from memory, it is still difficult to possess such strength without years of accumulated experience. Could it be that the village is filled with the elderly, the weak, the sick, and the injured patients waiting for treatment
Perhaps it is the sound of rain that drowns the frivolous spirit, calming the embers of passion within the students' hearts. At night, they either stay in their study to quietly review their books, or open the wooden window to listen to the sound of the rain, or lean on the railing gazing at the night sky, lost in thoughts of the distant future
even at the cost of wasting this opportunity
As Luo Changfeng and Li Xingyun arrived at the entrance of the inn, they saw Xue'er waving her hand from upstairs, calling out to them with a joyful smile.
Looking at the robe he is wearing and the faint smell that wafts through, it seems he has not bathed for a long time
Li Xingyun has always been puzzled by why people are so indifferent to a homeless old Taoist. Just as he was about to step forward to greet him warmly, he was forcibly pulled away by Ling'er who turned back.
Let's go, bookworm
Li Xingyun cast a triumphant glance at Ling'er. Ling'er let out a muffled grunt and turned her head away, choosing to ignore him
However, he ultimately endured it.
Beside Xue'er and Ling'er, there stood a handsome young gentleman who smiled warmly and offered a distant bow to Luo Changfeng and the other person
Jun Zeyu's medical skills are indeed commendable
Despite the banter, Li Xingyun's words truly astonished everyone
What Brother Li said is already quite close to the truth!" Jun Zeyu sighed and said, "What I did with a few pushes and kneads was actually to infuse the power of Tianchong into the old Daoist's acupoints. I originally intended to open them up, but found that there was simply no way to begin.
"Brother Changfeng, I see that this old Taoist is acting quite mad. Why don't we leave? Otherwise, he might start telling our fortunes," Xue'er said nervously, pinching the sleeve of Luo Changfeng and looking fearfully at the deranged old Taoist.
Ling'er, run quickly
"No rush! In the academy, there will be plenty of opportunities in the future." Peng Jiu revealed a sinister smile, cupped his hands towards Jun Zeyu, and parted the crowd to leave
Yixing Chuan slowly got up, and Xue'er and Ling'er instinctively took a step back. When it came to saving someone, they couldn't care about these things, but now that they had relaxed, they realized how dirty this old Taoist was
It seems that the venerable Daoist Yi Xingchuan, in his seventies, has awakened.
The city is brightly lit; compared to the bustling noise of the daytime, the city of Bodhi at midnight is much more tranquil in this cool autumn rain.
... ...
He is very eager to try being a disciple of the Nine Star Heavenly Mechanism, to see if it is truly as the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion claims.
If it is not Jun Zeyu, then who could it be
He merely fed him a few sips of water, and with a gentle movement of his palm over several acupoints on the latter's body, he was able to awaken him
Similarly, both Luo Changfeng and Li Xingyun furrowed their brows in unison
He is homeless and cannot remember where his hometown is
It was as if these two words had deeply touched a certain celestial principle, provoking a thunderous roar; in that moment, everyone fell silent
Xue Er looked at him in surprise, while Luo Changfeng and Jun Zeyu also seemed to have a newfound understanding of the scholarly figure before them. Just a few glances were enough to determine the cause of that disheveled old Taoist's illness
The position by the window on the second floor of the inn offers a broad and well-ventilated view, allowing one to see the pedestrians passing by below, while also listening to the sound of the rain
The Six Character Gate represents the Middle Path, while the Flowing Gate leans towards Confucianism. Various texts on classics, history, philosophy, medicine, poison, calligraphy, painting, music, and chess, as well as the cultivation of Zen principles, all belong to the Flowing Gate. In contrast, the Gate of Change focuses on the cultivation of the Five Elements and Eight Trigrams, seeking auspiciousness and avoiding misfortune, strategizing and deploying troops, capturing souls and summoning spirits, and calculating and deducing, which truly represents the strategists of the world's great trends.
This is Bodhi City, not his Jiyun Prefecture
I will definitely enter the path of the academy, as the teacher said
"Your medical skills are exceptional, and you must be a person of the scholarly community, having studied at an academy?" Remembering the disheveled old Taoist from earlier, Luo Changfeng could naturally discern that the old man was not merely a victim of hunger. Curiosity arose within him, prompting him to inquire.
The black, boundless horizon suddenly erupted with the sound of thunderclouds, and a bolt of lightning, like a sword of light cleaving the heavens, raced towards the distance
Perhaps in a physical confrontation he could compete with Jun Zeyu, however, the menacing aura exuded by Luo Changfeng poses a hidden danger for him
Only Ling'er did not believe it. She glanced at him and said, "I don't believe you. The esteemed disciple under the Heavenly Mechanism constellation, Brother Jun, is here; it is he whom I trust."
Unexpectedly saved such a delusional charlatan
How could I not know? That old Daoist is mad as if possessed, his eyes vacant, a sign that the heavenly flow is obstructed and spiritual wisdom is hard to conceive. He must have offended someone in the past to have ended up in such a state today
The young scholars crowded around to see the new rankings of the academy, scattering in all directions as if they had seen a ghost
A person is under the eaves
The opportunity to become acquainted with Xue'er and her companions
Ah, ah, ah... Young master, please do not leave...
Just as his unknown identity compels one to delve deeper
The art of medicine is vast and profound, and I have merely scratched the surface. It is somewhat embarrassing to admit that I only have a partiality for the path of the flow, and I practice it alongside others. Within the Six Character Sect, I am truly a person of the Easy Sect
"Brother Changfeng, come up quickly, and see who we have encountered?"
This is a name with great significance
This young lady, I see that your features are extraordinary, and your smile is like a blooming flower; you are certainly not destined to be an ordinary person in the future! How about letting this old Taoist take a feel of your bone and determine the tribulations of this life?
His silvery-white beard was unkempt, and his face was gaunt, seemingly reduced to a layer of weathered skin.
"Therefore, that force blocking the heavenly surge is ... ... " said Luo Changfeng
Seal! A very strong seal!
... ...
Jun Zeyu feels very unsuccessful
Then let me ask you... you say you are a talented individual, do you know what illness that old Daoist is suffering from today
He is well aware that none of the followers or disciples he leads are a match for that young man
From this point on, this group of young people discovered a secret unknown to ordinary people
The young men and women, as if they were old friends upon first meeting, raise their glasses in joyous celebration, a tribute to youth and a dream of the future
They are certainly not disdainful; they have simply been accustomed to a life of luxury and abundance in the palace since childhood, and as girls who love neatness and beauty, it is inevitable that they would find it somewhat difficult to adapt to this kind of atmosphere
"Little girl, do not be alarmed. The old priest sees that your features are extraordinary, and your smile is like a blooming flower..."
On a rainy autumn night, they did not allow Xue'er and Ling'er to accompany them, leaving them at the inn to wait.
He was nameless and without a surname, mad as if in a trance, and the academy named him Yi Xingchuan
Luo Changfeng accompanied Li Xingyun, making up for the hurried glance during the day
On the street, a few students can be seen in pairs, holding ink wash umbrellas, standing beside the wooden mulberry railing in front of the library, observing the matters concerning this year's college admissions assessment
Hey, hey, hey... why did you leave, young lady
He stared blankly at Jun Zeyu's handsome face for a long time, and suddenly said: "This young man has an extraordinary appearance, his demeanor is like jade, and at first glance, he is certainly not an ordinary person. How about letting this old Daoist take a look at his bones to determine the number of calamities in this life?"
Jun Zeyu is a disciple of the Nine Star Heavenly Mechanism and indeed belongs to the Yi character sect. "What a pity!" Li Xingyun said as he closed his folding fan, "The master said I have a natural aptitude for wisdom and talent in the flow school. I was originally looking forward to learning a lot from Brother Jun after entering the academy, but it seems our paths are different!"
In the city of Bodhi, there is a scruffy old Taoist priest
Whether you can enter the academy is still uncertain; to consider yourself as one of the flow gate people at this moment is truly shameless! Wherever Mr. Li Xingyun speaks, there is Ling'er’s debate.
In the six-character gate, three are occupied
Xue'er covered her mouth and nose with her small hand, exchanging a glance with Ling'er as she contemplated this.
Yixing Chuan appeared quite bewildered, unsure whether he had always been this way or if he had just awakened and could not recall the events leading up to his fainting.
Luo Changfeng shook his head helplessly
Yixing Chuan is an old and troublesome man
In the night, Bodhi City experienced a rainfall
He has no face to continue staying.