Chapter 2: Seeking Immortality

Otherwise, even if not sent to a mental hospital, one would have long been depressed and withdrawn

You need not worry; although it is indeed perilous over there, it is not a place of certain death; otherwise, those ancient powers would have long been completely eradicated.

The old man glanced at him and said, "As a person, one must of course keep pace with the times"

The people of the world have increasingly lost their sense of reverence, and all manner of demons and monsters... naturally cannot help but stir restlessly

Song Xiao revealed an awkward smile

The old man glanced at Song Xiao

He looked at Song Xiao and said, "In the past, I was a bit too lenient with you. Sigh, I always felt there was still time, that it wouldn't come so quickly"

As if enveloped by divine light, the entire person is illuminated to resemble a deity

According to seniority, he is indeed considered your fifth senior brother

You have successfully resolved the issues, which is commendable; you are ready to embark on your journey.

The elderly man took a sip of tea from the cup and remained silent for a while

One cannot remain confined here forever, Master; one must learn from the ancient predecessor, Emperor Qin, and go in search of immortals

Song Xiao furrowed his brows as he stared at the black Jian bowl: "Master, I feel that I am still far from enough."

The bond between us as master and disciple spans twenty years, which is not short at all

Pah

Song Xiao's lips twitched as he looked at the old man, still somewhat incredulous: "Master, Xiao Qiu is actually not a lifeless being?"

The giant beasts and strange creatures in the Classic of Mountains and Seas, the enormous ferocious birds that block out the sun, as well as those great cultivators who can fly through the sky and burrow into the earth, killing without a second thought...! ... These legends, as seen by others, he has been able to perceive since childhood

The elderly man rose and took an ancient tea knife and a palm-sized blue and white tea canister from the back of the antique shelf

Song Xiao sat down and helplessly remarked, "You are a two-time successful candidate in the imperial examination, where do all these witty remarks come from?"

I can't bear to drink it; I specifically saved it for you, as it is beneficial for you

The old man tapped his fingers on the table and said, "Don't be ungrateful; others want to drink but haven't had the chance yet!"

Fart!

The old man nodded and said, "You are the most satisfactory disciple of my entire life"

In my childhood, I was mischievous and often had ideas about it. I even took the opportunity, when the master was not around, to pull off a couple of handfuls of straw from it.

Now those ghost kings have started to ride in small cars and scroll through their phones, so what is so surprising about learning a few new phrases from my master

Song Xiao, feeling helpless, picked up the teacup with a苦着脸 expression and cautiously took a gentle sip.

The master calls it Little Qiu, saying it is very magical

Master ... ... "Song Xiao had a reluctant expression on his face"

At the entrance of Song Xiao's studio, a girl with her hair in a bun is idly gazing up at the plaque above her head

It is not even suitable for firewood to cook a meal

In modern times, the heavenly court has declined, remaining hidden, while the underworld is on the verge of collapse

Drink

Get some things that are unknown, each time they are praised to the skies

However, the curiosity in my heart was soon overshadowed by the sadness of my master who was about to depart

However, there is no need to worry unnecessarily, for there are natural laws of fate in the world

The golden light radiates like the rising red sun

The old man looked at Song Xiao, who was still standing there, and smiled self-deprecatingly: "In the past, I was content with the status quo and was somewhat lacking in ambition, but now that is no longer acceptable"

At the same time, a mysterious energy coursed through the meridians, instantly spreading throughout the entire body

Very well, do not act childishly. Now that you have achieved a certain level of learning, my abilities as a teacher are limited, and there is not much more I can teach you

It went relatively smoothly; they were somewhat wary of me and did not take action.

The old man waved his hand: "What are you panicking about? Sit down. In times of great events, one must remain calm! How did I teach you?"

It is easy to say, but how many have been able to achieve the perfection of the golden body and attain sanctity in the flesh throughout history

The old man raised his eyebrows slightly, chuckled, and said: "Them?"

Song Xiao earnestly retorted: "If the corners and edges are so perilous, what about the inside?"

Song Xiao sat beside the tea sea, slightly furrowing her brows and said, "It is just that such matters have been increasing recently"

The old man snorted and smiled proudly, saying: "What of it inside? I am not a fish to be slaughtered at will, especially with Xiao Qiu accompanying me."

Indeed, your progress in cultivating the Golden Body Sutra has exceeded my previous expectations, and with this, I can rest assured

The old man scoffed, "What is there to be proud of just because you see some corners and edges?"

The tea canister is the first magical artifact personally crafted by my master in those years, which can be enlarged or reduced by reciting the incantation

Especially in recent years, the changes have become increasingly intense, resembling boiling water, and have taken on a vaporous appearance, so you must be cautious

No wonder the master never introduces those senior brothers to himself

The War of the Gods has redefined the spheres of influence, and those beings we refer to as demons have thus remained settled for several thousand years

The eyes suddenly brightened

The scarecrow, filled with resentment, indignantly recounted the offenses of Song Xiao.

Song Xiao asked: "A century ago, the Western powers attacked our country, and this is related, isn't it?"

The elderly man slightly raised his chin, indicating for him to drink tea

This young woman, with her striking beauty and exceptional demeanor, stands out remarkably wherever she goes, causing those who pass by her to turn their heads repeatedly.

But it is also understood that once the master has made a decision, it can no longer be changed

What old cadre? Outwardly honest and sincere, but inside, when you peel back the layers, it's all dark

Song Xiao was taken aback

"Out of respect for my master, I have chosen not to engage with you, but now you dare to underestimate me?"

Good disciple, you must work hard from now on

The Scarecrow became even angrier: "You still refuse to call me Fifth Senior Brother!"

Many ordinary people have begun to take notice of these

The old man sighed, "The change in the heavens is imminent; who does not wish for their own power to grow stronger?"

Song Xiao rolled her eyes

... ...

Qingbei County

Since childhood, they have been plucking my feathers, and when they first learned the spell, they even attempted to set me on fire with a single flame

I actually have a scarecrow senior brother

Those I can find, or those I can encounter, are ultimately just a few

Song Xiao : `` ... ... ''

The trend is like a river, unstoppable

Song Xiao never took it seriously

Song Xiao set down the teacup, stood up, and bowed to the elder, saying: "Thank you, Master"

If your group of senior brothers who have been cultivating for hundreds of years were to hear this, wouldn't they be so ashamed that they would want to be reborn?

This is the enlightenment tea harvested from the Penglai Mountains extending through the gaps, a true treasure

I have long forgotten! Song Xiao said seriously: I will remember my master's teachings

In the future, when your strength is sufficient, there may be other uses for it

Song Xiao's eyes lit up; the Tea Saint's Knife, the Space Jar... These were all treasures he had long coveted

The old man stroked his goatee with his hand, and a look of contentment appeared on his weathered face, marked by deep creases.

Song Xiao looked at the old man and said, "Master, will this world really develop as you mentioned before..."

If even a scarecrow can become a disciple, could there possibly be a vixen senior sister as well

Song Xiao wore a look of speechlessness

Moreover, the Heavenly Court is also over there, and I have acquaintances there.

Song Xiao slightly closed her eyes and practiced the Golden Body Sutra

Song Xiao's eyes were slightly red, filled with a sense of reluctance in her heart

You are the lifeless one

Normal

Suddenly

Brewing tea there

Song Xiao remained silent, still holding the teacup, immersed in that state, savoring it thoughtfully

Looking up at Song Xiao, I said: "According to your description, that group of people is not simple."

If the master knew about the arson, he would definitely give a beating

Sitting opposite was an elderly man dressed in a gray robe, with his hair styled in a bun, and a gaunt face.

Song Xiao's eyes were slightly red, and she said: "Don't deceive me, I understand that world better than you do!"

However ... ...

Even though this is the underworld, Song Xiao still finds it incredible

The eyes widened suddenly, truly startled!

Apart from your senior brother and fifth senior brother, you, as my closed-door disciple, have been by my side the longest

The old man smiled and said, "The heavens are about to change, the will of heaven is hard to defy, everyone must strive to cross the river"

The outcome is always difficult to express in words

The master did not deceive him this time; this tea was completely different from those dark dishes of the past, and his mind became exceptionally clear in an instant

However, the master usually watches over him closely, not allowing anyone to touch him at all. Why is he suddenly so generous today, wanting to give him directly?

Place it in front of Song Xiao

A look of nostalgia appeared in his eyes as he said: "This is an item used by the Tea Sage Lu Yu; it is a treasure that can be used for self-defense"

Over the years, he has come here countless times, and that scarecrow, which has always been placed in the corner, has merely been a scarecrow.

Rude little bunny!

Haven't the unusual phenomena outside been increasing over the years

Kneeling and bowing, bidding farewell to the master

The result was that his master rarely beat him severely with the ruler, leaving his buttocks swollen, a memory that remains vivid to this day

It is either a tribute to the heavenly court or a specialty from the Kunlun and Penglai mountains.

The student is dull-witted, having practiced for so long, yet has not been able to reach the level of golden light restraint... Song Xiao felt somewhat ashamed

Recalling what Master had just said about "going into battle" and "being at ease," Song Xiao's expression gradually became serious

Song Xiao glanced at the scarecrow in the corner, wearing a bamboo hat and draped in a straw raincoat, and twitched the corner of his mouth: "Just this?"

You do not have a fondness for tea, but it can be used for storage; this item is capable of holding living things

His growth from an oddity in the eyes of others to who he is today is all thanks to the efforts of this elderly person before him

If the heavens were to change, wealth, power, status... these things would become worthless, and the world order would be readjusted

Not only was there no bitterness that was hard to swallow, but it also carried a subtle sweetness that instantly spread across the taste buds

This time it is surprisingly not unpleasant to drink

The scarecrow suddenly spoke up, filled with anger, and said: "What’s the matter, do you look down on me?"

Much stronger than before when in that large courtyard

The elderly man looked at Song Xiao with gentle eyes and said, "Go ahead, when fate arrives, you will naturally meet again"

The old man is good everywhere, but he is a bit of a mischievous old child, very lacking in martial ethics, and always plays tricks on him

The elder advised: "You have been in seclusion for many years and have not revealed your abilities in front of him; it is normal for him not to know."

For this reason, he even suspected that the old man had a penchant for collecting junk

The elderly man spoke as he picked up the old purple clay teapot in his hand and poured a cup of tea for Song Xiao

How?

Give it your all! Roll them over!

After returning, take some time to visit the capital and deliver it to someone

The elderly man's eyes were filled with affection as he picked up a letter that had long been written from the edge of the tea sea: "There is one more thing..."

Master, those people are becoming increasingly lawless

The old man rolled his eyes and scolded with a laugh, "How many years have you been cultivating, and you dare to think about the inward gathering of golden light?"

As a master, one must always set an example for the disciples, paving a path for them to follow

You mischievous little rascal, you are lacking in great virtue

She turned her head to look into the distance, a bright smile appearing on her face as she waved her fair and slender hand

Put away the tea knife, the tea canister, and that letter

Listening to the master routinely criticize those senior brothers he has never met, Song Xiao could only maintain a polite smile

The old man said with a bored expression: "Sit down, sit down, don't act like an old bureaucrat. Young people should learn to be more lively; otherwise, you won't even be able to find a girlfriend"

It seems that at this moment, regardless of what one studies...! ... one can effortlessly grasp the essence!

Looking at Song Xiao, he said: "Xiao Qiu was originally an ordinary scarecrow in the rice fields. By chance, it gained intelligence and has been cultivating with me for several hundred years, possessing great strength"

A long time.

Song Xiao sighed: "Now even many beings from the inner worlds have begun to walk openly among humans."

Hello, long time no see

The scarecrow chuckled in the corner, saying: "Little one, when you have fully developed your golden body and attained sanctity in your physical form, you will be able to freely enter and exit that world, and at that time, there will be opportunities for us to meet!"

Finally, with a bitter smile and a sigh, he said: "The heavenly realm is in decline, the underworld is collapsing, and the intertwining of the two realms will inevitably become more pronounced."

In the end, the old man looked at Song Xiao and said softly, "Forget the unpleasant experiences of your childhood"

Song Xiao instinctively stood up and exclaimed, "Master, are you leaving?"

I never thought that this scarecrow ...! ... would actually be alive!

The girl has a tall and slender figure, exquisite features, and skin that is snow-white and supple. Two strands of hair cascade down her forehead, giving her a playful and lively appearance

Song Xiao took the letter and said with a downcast expression, "When will we meet again after you leave?"