Chapter 8, Arrival at the Immortal Gate
Soon, the scenery before the three individuals changed; a towering peak rose straight into the clouds, and occasionally, a few figures could be seen entering and exiting the sky, stepping on celestial cranes.
Once one enters the immortal gate, one truly becomes an immortal, no longer needing to live as a beggar, and will no longer be subjected to bullying
Upon hearing this, Duan Xu felt a stirring in his heart and could not help but lean forward to look down. Indeed, he saw endless greenery, breathtakingly beautiful
As for the concept of fate, it refers to the connection commonly spoken of among ordinary people, as well as the connection between the mortal realm and the path of immortality
The immortal merely cast a smiling glance at them, then said no more, standing at the forefront with hands clasped behind his back, exuding the demeanor of an unparalleled master.
Duan Xu quickly responded on behalf of Linglong, while leaning his head close to her ear and whispering: "Silly girl, hurry and agree. I know you are worried about going to the Immortal Gate, and that group of little ones in the dilapidated temple will have no one to take care of them.
Duan Xu forced a smile, yet he felt a twinge of unease in his heart
Qin Yishuang laughed heartily, feeling quite pleased. Looking at Linglong, who appeared dazed, he couldn't help but say: "Silly girl, do you know why I have taken a liking to you?"
Linglong was taken aback upon hearing this, and even Duan Xu beside her widened his eyes, looking at Qin Yi, then glancing back at Linglong.
Duan Xu's words made Linglong laugh, and she gave him a gesture of encouragement. Then, Duan Xu was casually waved down by Qin He and Tushuyi, landing smoothly on the back of a crane, which gently descended to the ground amidst the strong wind.
"Brother Duan, you will definitely be able to enter the Immortal Gate!" Linglong said to Duan Xu with a hint of reluctance
How did you know that my Lingyin Sect is about to hold a disciple recruitment ceremony
Moreover, he also sat on the back of a crane
This can be understood in this way
At that moment, three figures descended from the sky, among whom the leader was an elderly man nearing sixty, with graying hair, who was now gazing at Duan Xu with an unusual expression.
Qin Yi spoke directly and then turned his head, saying leisurely: "As for what kind of spiritual root you possess, it still requires identification by the sect. I will place you at the mountain gate shortly, and you can wait for our sect's elder to conduct the assessment."
I will!
Duan Xu has met all the esteemed seniors!" Duan Xu quickly stood up and respectfully clasped his hands together.
Damn, this girl's fate with immortals is just too good!
What are immortals and immortal destinies? Linglong asked curiously, while Duan Xu also perked up his ears to listen
Linglong, upon hearing this, no longer hesitated. She immediately nodded and then knelt down before Qin Yi, respectfully saying: "Linglong is willing to take you as my master!"
Duan Xuwen turned to look upon hearing the sound and discovered that the three individuals were all dressed in gray robes, with the two large characters 'Lingyin' embroidered on their chests
Qin Yi nodded with a smile
Duan Xu took a deep breath, clenched his fists tightly, and then walked over to the crowd on the high platform and sat down
A group of individuals seeking to join the Immortal Gate stood up one after another to pay their respects, their expressions filled with reverence
Duan Xu never imagined in his wildest dreams that he would actually encounter an immortal
"Brother Duan, rest assured, you must also have a very good spiritual root," Linglong said as she leaned over to encourage Duan Xu.
Feeling the speed of the crane, a strong wind rushed towards them, startling Duan Xu and Linglong, who quickly grasped the feathers on the back of the crane, fearing they might be blown off.
Qin Yi spoke again
But think about it, once you become an immortal and possess the abilities of a senior, wouldn't you be able to visit them whenever you wish?
Uh... Thank you, senior!
You are certainly not as good as Linglong
The younger generation is aware and expresses gratitude to the elder for the care and support along the way
He does not know what kind of spiritual root he possesses
Ah ... ... ?
Linglong ... ... a beautiful name
Duan Xu nodded, understanding that it was time to part ways
I am not a celestial being, so please refrain from addressing me in that manner in the future, as I cannot bear it
So that's how it is. If we are able to meet the senior, does that not imply that we have a fateful connection with the *illustrated* book?
The old man nodded with a smile, then clasped his hands behind his back, looked at the others on the stone platform, and said in a deep voice: "I am Zhao Heng, an outer elder of the Lingyin Sect"
Linglong, this is a wonderful opportunity. Becoming a senior disciple means you will become an immortal in the future. This is a good fortune that cannot be exchanged for any amount of silver!
My name is Linglong
Linglong's eyes were slightly red as she shouted at Duan Xu, who was on the departing crane
Looking back at where I came from, I can no longer see any worldly scenes, only mountains, still mountains
Duan Xu secretly grumbled in his heart; although he felt a tinge of jealousy, he was also genuinely happy for Linglong
The immortal nodded upon hearing this and then said to the two: "It is not so simple to join my Lingyin Sect; one must possess celestial affinity to do so"
Qin Yi spoke and then said to Duan Xu: "Young friend, I will place you on the stone platform below. You may quietly wait here with the others for the sect to assess your spiritual roots."
Alright, this is my Lingyin Temple
The disciple does not know
Duan Xu gazed at the magnificent scene before him, lost in a myriad of thoughts
At this moment, Duan Xu also perked up his ears, as he too did not understand
Young man, not bad at all, you actually know Master Qin.
I never expected that upon my return, I would unexpectedly acquire a precious disciple, quickly get up!
Because you possess a heavenly spiritual root, you are a rare talent in the realm of cultivation, inherently suited for the path of immortality
According to the words of Senior Qin just now, whether one can enter the immortal gate depends on one's affinity for immortality, which seems to be related to some kind of spiritual root
However, what struck him even more was that this mountain range was rather vast; they had been flying for more than half a day and still saw no end in sight
At that moment, the immortal suddenly turned his head and asked curiously
"I heard this from a drunken wealthy young man, who said he bought some kind of token that would allow him to find the immortal gate and join it upon arriving in the northern mountains." Duan Xu quickly spoke up.
By the decree of the sect leader, an entrance examination will be conducted for you to assess your spiritual roots
Moreover, it can enable them to live better
The immortal could not help but chuckle upon hearing this, and then smiled as he said: "My name is Qin Yi, um... you may call me 'senior'. In the realm of cultivation, practitioners address each other based on their seniority."
Well, I also believe that I should be able to join, after all, this young master is so handsome and extraordinary, if I cannot join the immortal sect, that would be utterly unreasonable
Seeing this, Qin Yi couldn't help but furrow his brows, "What, are you unwilling?"
No need for formalities, since it was brought by Uncle Qin, it is likely that there will be no issues with the spiritual roots. If selected into the sect, it would indeed be possible to assign a good position under my guidance
"Girl, what is your name?" Qin Yi asked as he looked at Linglong
Linglong, do you wish to take me as your master
I see now
Is this the Immortal Gate
Hahaha ... ... Good, very good
Brother Duan, you must join the Immortal Sect!
Therefore, she sincerely hopes that Duan Xu can join the Lingyin Sect, as this would mean she would have someone familiar within the immortal sect
Qin Yi said, casting a deep glance at Linglong
After spending the past two days together, she realized that Duan Xu is not a bad person. Although he may sometimes come across as somewhat sharp-tongued and arrogant, he is, in fact, kind-hearted.
Upon hearing this, Duan Xu couldn't help but feel his pupils constrict, and the jealousy in his heart was beyond words. He immediately spoke anxiously, "Senior, what about me? Look at my talent, am I suitable for cultivating immortality?"
"I... I can... but..." At this moment, Linglong was visibly conflicted, hesitating and stammering.
Ahead, Qin Yi subtly shook his head in response to the words spoken.
"Willing, how could one not be willing?"
After all, in his eyes, Linglong is merely a filthy beggar. Although she possesses a certain degree of beauty, it is not enough to attract the attention of an immortal, is it
"Brother Duan, look, the scenery below is so beautiful!" Linglong exclaimed beside him
Salutations to the immortal master