Chapter 3, The Taoist Transforms into a Sheep

On this day, the sky over Wancheng was clear and cloudless, as a gentle breeze swept across the ancient city's ground, carrying away a small amount of dust

In recent days, I have had delightful conversations with Brother Yan. As we part today, I have nothing special to offer, so I wish Brother Yan a long life and success in his cultivation

Lu Yu did not participate in this campaign against the demonic cult. Since the Taoist dares to commit such acts, he must possess certain abilities, and approaching recklessly would be somewhat dangerous

Upon entering the inn, one finds a small courtyard, surrounded by two-story lofts, which serve as guest accommodations. In the courtyard, there is a fence, designated as a feeding area for guests who arrive on horseback or with livestock.

Listening to the various calls of vendors echoing in his ears, Lu Yu could not help but exclaim that the lives of the ancients seemed to be not as miserable as one might imagine

At this moment, the scholar was observing everything around him with great interest. As a person who had traversed into this world, even though he had merged with the soul of Lu Yu in this realm, how could the cities from his memories compare to the reality before him

Lu Yu, however, paid no mind to all that, taking the water from the bucket to feed the remaining lambs one by one. Before long, these lambs transformed into children, the older ones estimated to be around five or six years old, and the younger ones thought to be less than two. Each one appeared listless and unwell, truly a sight that tugged at the heartstrings

People from any era have always harbored a deep disdain for human traffickers; it does not take long before some report to the authorities, while others incite the crowd to confront the evildoers.

He is wearing a faded gray long shirt, carrying a dark red wooden book box on his back. The red patina indicates that this is an old item, and he is indeed Lu Yu, just emerging from a dilapidated temple

That Taoist is a wicked sorcerer, and where on earth did this heartless person abduct so many children from! The commotion in front had already alarmed the other guests in the inn, and upon witnessing this horrifying scene, they all became indignant.

Well, at least I have received the teachings from Brother Yan, and finally have a bit of self-protection in this world filled with demons and monsters I lowered my head to carefully examine the flying sword in my hand

There is neither any so-called master thief nor a charming proprietress inside, only an ordinary-looking waiter who is diligently trying to attract customers

Just a regular room will suffice!" Lu Yu said somewhat dejectedly

I see that these little lambs seem quite thirsty; have you not given them water

However, to his disappointment, this was just an ordinary inn, no different from any other inn in this world

Moreover, he also grasped the remarkable nature of this flying sword: its spirit is particularly sensitive to the aura of demons and monsters, capable of discerning hidden fiends. This single advantage alone filled Lu Yu with immense joy, as demons are adept at transformation and are difficult to guard against. With the flying sword as a warning, he could sleep soundly.

Wancheng is located in the southeast of the Chen State, characterized by a mild climate that is conducive to the abundant production of rice

Lu Yu gazed at the small flying sword in his hand, growing fonder of it with each passing moment. Through several days of contemplation, he had already begun to clearly sense the faint consciousness that had emerged within the flying sword.

In the troubled gaze of the young attendant, Lu Yu slowly fed some water from the well in the center of the courtyard to the lamb.

Then I also wish Brother Lu all his wishes come true, a smooth life, and if one day he can enter the immortal gate, he may come to Mount Shu to find me Yan Dan is a person of free spirit, who cannot bear separation, so after saying this, he transformed into a rainbow light and flew straight towards the east

The Taoist priest instructed that his livestock need not be fed, hence we did not attend to them either. The young attendant hesitated as he spoke, feeling a slight sense of guilt within, sensing that his service was still not sufficiently devoted

The young attendant hurriedly held the child in their arms, momentarily at a loss as to how to respond

Inside the fence, there are only a few horses, yet several lambs have caught Lu Yu's attention

In the following days, Yan Dan not only crafted flying swords for Lu Yu but also engaged in conversations with him, deepening their bond of friendship.

Lu Yu listened to the words of the waiter, and the flying sword in his arms trembled slightly. He was well aware that these lambs were likely related to the evil arts

This is truly unfriendly for a modern person who has already become accustomed to the information explosion

I find these little lambs exceedingly adorable; why not let me give them some water? If that Daoist master were to blame, I will take full responsibility and ensure that you, Second Brother, are not put in a difficult position! Although Lu Yu could not discern the Daoist master's intentions, he would naturally not act in accordance with the other party's wishes after receiving the warning from the flying sword

The emerald green blade, with its wooden texture, imparts a unique aesthetic appeal, while a faint green fluorescence subtly shimmers across the surface of the blade

The chubby face of the baby was filled with exhaustion, to the point that it lacked even the strength to cry, and in an instant, it fainted on the ground

Lu Yu gazed in the direction where Yan Dan had departed and couldn't help but sigh: "Mount Shu, I wonder if it is the same Mount Shu from the books or merely a coincidence. What kind of world have I truly traversed into?"

Where did this little lamb come from, looking so adorably cute? This is the first time I have ever seen one in my life

Do not say it is you, esteemed guest; even I, the waiter, have never seen such a thing! It is indeed strange; this is a Taoist priest who has come to the lamb, yet I do not know where he has come from, nor do I know where he is going

The rising sun casts its brilliant rays, gently caressing the life on the earth. All living beings, having rested through the night, begin their daily routines once again. Lu Yu also lifts his head under this golden sunlight, gazing at the faint outline of the distant city, murmuring to himself: "A new world, here I come!"

Seeing Lu Yu's expression, the well-informed innkeeper naturally understood that this scholar was not a wealthy individual. Nevertheless, he continued to lead Lu Yu into the inn with unwavering enthusiasm, exclaiming as he walked, "One ordinary room!" His voice had a unique cadence that added a distinct flavor to his words

In fact, Lu Yu also speculated that in the coming days, Yan Dan would likely return to his master, and from then on, the two would be separated like immortals, making it difficult to meet again in the future

Upon thinking of this, Lu Yu felt a wave of frustration; he remained at a level too low, akin to a frog at the bottom of a well, only able to see a small patch of sky above, utterly incapable of fathoming what his world truly entailed

Yan Dan was the first friend of Lu Yu after the fusion of their souls. At this moment, Lu Yu felt a wave of sadness at the thought of parting, but he also understood that all gatherings in the world must eventually come to an end

Brother Lu, let us part ways here today!" Yan Dan suddenly said to Lu Yu, who had just completed his visualization.

Finally, the characteristic that all flying swords possess, which is also the most praised aspect of the sword immortals, is their unparalleled ability in killing and combat

The scene instantly became chaotic, and someone shouted that they saw a demon approaching. This remark stirred up a wave of anger among the crowd, who surged forward, ready to teach a lesson to this utterly immoral person

Before long, the officials were alerted, and the street was instantly in chaos, with some people watching the commotion, others chasing and attacking the sorcerer, and still others taking the opportunity to profit from the situation

Moreover, this flying sword is crafted from the essence of the tree demon, thus it can nourish the body. Carrying it for an extended period can strengthen one's physique and prevent the onset of ailments.

It is unclear how much time has passed before the commotion gradually subsided, and everyone looked around only to find that the sorcerer had long since vanished without a trace

Lu Yu originally wanted to be as generous as the heroes in the stories, saying something like "one room, a good pot of wine, and a few side dishes." However, feeling the withered wallet in his pocket, he had no choice but to swallow these words.

A shocking scene unfolded as the originally plump little lamb transformed into an endearingly awkward three-year-old child the moment it drank water

"Esteemed guest, would you like to dine or stay overnight?" A young attendant draped in a coarse cloth looked at the refined scholar before him and inquired.

On this morning, Lu Yu sat cross-legged in the dilapidated temple as usual, enhancing the spirituality of his flying sword through the visualization method taught by Yan Dan

The blue bricks and gray tiles, along with the bluestone slabs on the road, create a harmonious scene, where a scholar is walking along the path

Before long, Lu Yu arrived at the entrance of an inn. The decor was not particularly luxurious; it was merely the sign that read "Tongfu Inn" that caught his attention