Chapter Seven, Advice

Furthermore, although the previous two sessions ended in failure and nearly all perished, there were still a few who managed to survive by chance; it was merely the young ladies of the two sessions who could not be preserved

Upon entering the Daoist temple, Wang Cunyue noticed that the lights were still on, indicating that Xie Xiang had not yet gone to bed. A thought crossed Wang Cunyue's mind, and he placed the meat and medicinal herbs in the kitchen before heading towards his junior sister's room

Zhang Longtao spoke these words calmly, and Zhang Yuze felt that each sentence was reasonable. After pacing back and forth a couple of steps, he suddenly turned around and asked, "What do you want?"

Zhang Longtao continued, "Such martial skills, even Master Zhou may not be able to suppress them. He is only fifteen years old... At fifteen, he possesses such martial prowess; what will he achieve in the future?"

By the time I reached the summit of Dayan Temple, it was already midnight

Upon seeing this, Zhang Longtao smiled and said with a hint of seriousness: "Father, the River God’s banquet is indeed a dead end, but it does not mean there is no way out. For instance, fleeing and escaping is one way to survive!"

Xie Xiang listened attentively, her expression first brightening with joy, but then, in an instant, darkening with concern. As he spoke, her emotions shifted in tandem. Under the light, her beauty was striking, and her eyes, like rippling water, captivated him completely

Zhang Yuze was taken aback, his face gradually turning ashen.

To defy is to turn reason into unreason; it is an assault on tolerance and a confrontation with authority. Not to defy means that being captured and killed becomes a simple matter. Even if there are places on Earth where one can hide, how much more so in this ancient society on the brink of chaos

What is even more terrifying is that at the age of fifteen, possessing such martial skills, it is indeed possible for blood to splatter ten steps away, yet he deliberately exercises great restraint! At this point, Zhang Longtao's eyes darkened as he said, "Father, do you think such a person is merely a creature of the pond?"

In the Thirteen Classics, indeed, every section contains true writings! Wang Cunyue was both astonished and delighted: "I wonder how many books my current vitality can interpret?"

The conflict in the afternoon instilled a sense of vigilance in him. Do not underestimate the victory; in reality, it still necessitated a compromise.

This qualification is not easy to obtain; one must at least be proficient in seven of the Thirteen Classics

Wang Cunye saw her agree with the picture and the book, and couldn't help but feel happy. He said, "Well, it's getting late. Junior sister, you should rest. Tomorrow I will go to the city and submit Master’s verification at Qingyang Palace in the city, and get my Taoist certificate processed."

The Dayan Temple has already fallen into disrepair, and I am not even a proper Taoist priest. In terms of both foundation and status, I am merely a commoner. Strictly speaking, what happened in the afternoon can be considered an act of defiance against authority.

This Wang Cunye may not be without luck; if such a person were to survive, it would truly be a source of great unease!

At this point, a flash of lightning struck the courtyard, followed by a loud crash, and then darkness returned, with only the heavy rain pouring down.

Only after passing the Dao Zheng assessment and being granted the talisman can one be officially recognized as a Daoist, eligible to preside over Daoist ceremonies and receive the protection of the deities; otherwise, the rituals and incantations will be rendered ineffective

One is to guard against him escaping, the second is that in the dark prison, anything can happen. We do not want his life, but a few injuries are trivial. When the time comes, we will release him to attend the River God banquet. With injuries, those monsters will smell the blood and will not let this person slip away. Then everything will be resolved.

While she was pondering, she heard Wang Cunye inquiring about her affairs

At this moment, the turtle shell reappeared, emitting a beam of clear light, and suddenly a scroll of scripture materialized. This scroll was radiant with golden characters, its octagonal edges shimmering, and countless profound meanings flowed through the mind, coalescing into a single character in an instant.

Zhang Longtao smiled faintly: "Whether he can escape his predicament is uncertain, but we must be prepared for any possibility. Father, just by intercepting his path this time, we have already made a deadly enemy. What would happen if he were to find out that the events from ten years ago are related to you?"

Wang Cunye felt a pang of compassion upon seeing her, yet he forced a smile and said: "Junior sister, how was your trip down the mountain this time? I went down to exchange for tiger bones, but it wasn't very peaceful. I unexpectedly encountered a young master, and this person had his eyes on you. I taught him a lesson."

At this moment, the rain had lessened, yet Wang Cunye's clothes were still wet, and he was deep in thought

Wang Cunye needs an identity, an identity recognized by both the secular world and the practitioners.

Struggling and devouring the purchased jerky, he climbed onto the bed and immediately fell into a deep sleep

At this moment, without hesitation, he continued to clear the light that had been suppressed, transforming each part into a true text, with countless profound meanings flowing through his mind. However, after the ninth character was formed, the clear light dissipated with a loud 'bang', and Wang Cunyue felt a wave of dizziness, instantly realizing that he had reached his limit

Zhang Longtao stood at the back, softly saying: "Father!"

Wang Cunye returned to his room, turned on the light, and immediately took out a volume from the scriptures he had purchased. He began to read while focusing his mind. After finishing the more than 10,000 characters, he quickly closed his eyes to reflect.

Wang Cunye listened with a calm expression, yet felt it was ordinary, merely tapping his fingers on the table

Father, this child is not a mere creature of the pond!" Zhang Longtao noticed his father's nonchalance, yet he did not believe that his father was unaware. The incident of his own humiliation in the afternoon had already spread, not to mention that four people had been injured in the residence; as the head of the family, how could he possibly be ignorant of this

If one were to follow the secular path, trying to curry favor with high officials or the likes of Zhang San Shao, it is hard to say how much time it would take; Wang Cunyue does not have that much time to waste playing their games

As he thought, the ox cart arrived at Yunyan Mountain. At this moment, the moon hung high in the sky like a jade plate. After settling the payment, Wang Cunye proceeded towards Yunyan Mountain

In the blink of an eye, the rain began to fall, with raindrops the size of yellow soybeans pattering against the eaves.

The Xinshui River, flowing east like a jade belt, produces a rushing sound that can be heard even on the peaks of Yunyan Mountain during the quiet of the night.

Once this character was formed, it immediately radiated brilliance and emitted a strange sound. Wang Cunyue stepped forward and merely touched it, feeling the mysteries contained within the character m.hetushu.com.com flow through him, and he instantly comprehended everything.

For my past self, it was a high level of difficulty, but for my present self, it is not difficult at all

Zhang Longtao's expression was calm, his face reflecting deep thought as he said: "Father, do not misunderstand; I can still endure this bit of humiliation. I originally thought that Wang Cunye was just a brash fellow, but today I feel differently; he should not be underestimated."

A simple ox cart is moving forward in the rain, with the driver in front and Wang Cunye at the back, both wearing oilskin coats

The bright moonlight spills over the river surface, with the moon's reflection shimmering in the water. A river reflects a thousand moons, and the bright moon in the water stretches for a thousand miles, resembling an unfolding scroll of painting

"Ah, you have arrived!" A middle-aged man was enjoying the rain on the steps, speaking casually. This man was Zhang Yuze, the eighth-rank county magistrate of this county.

Zhang Yuze was taken aback by his son's heavy tone, shedding his previous underestimation. After pondering for a while, he finally said: "Are you suggesting that he might be able to escape from the River God’s banquet?"

Upon reaching the door, he knocked on it with a thud.

As he spoke, Wang Cunye became entranced, simply gazing under the light, his face involuntarily revealing a look of affection

The Taoist is thus satisfied with this aspect. In this world, various Taoist beliefs are prevalent and widespread across the nation, accompanied by strict regulations and privileged protection. Even a basic Taoist is entirely equivalent to a scholar during the Ming and Qing dynasties on Earth—carrying a sword, enjoying freedom of movement, exempt from taxes, and not required to bow to officials.

In a past life on Earth, where else could there be such admiration, such gentleness, and eyes that embody the essence of life

Father, it is not just like this. Please listen to me. I have met many people, but when I saw this person, I felt an overwhelming sense of unease, and his departing figure instilled in me a hint of terror

Sigh, no more to say, in short, they have been procrastinating. Xie Xiang's expression was somber as he fixed his gaze on Wang Cunye, speaking each word deliberately: "Senior brother, it really won't do. Let's go outside; I don't want the assets of this temple anymore. We can find a way to survive out there, what do you think?"

With this identity, one can move freely in and out

Father, I would like you to say hello

After speaking, Xie Xiang fixed her gaze on Wang Cunyue, waiting for his response

Seeing Wang Cunyue's determination to preserve the legacy left by her grandfather, Xie Xiang felt both despondent and joyful. After a moment, she raised her head and said, "Since you, Senior Brother, are unwilling to leave, then I shall wait for you."

Xie Xiang listened, pondered for a moment, and said: "Well, this is also good. Senior brother, you should return and rest early; you have had a long day!"

Zhang Yuze was slightly taken aback upon hearing this and turned to ask, "What did you say?"

"Senior Brother, why have you returned so late?" Xie Xiang hurriedly stepped forward to open the door. A green lamp illuminated Xie Xiang's picturesque features, but her face appeared pale, and her clothes were intact, clearly indicating that she had been waiting for a long time.

The River God marries a woman, and the Marquis of Wei requires me to guard the bride for one night. I can avoid entering the island and instead find a place on the edge of the island to spend the night. At dawn the next day, I will return. Although the task will not be completed and the Marquis of Wei will not look favorably upon me, my life will be safe. Despite knowing that things are not this simple, Wang Cunye still spoke reassuringly.

Upon entering the room, he sat down at the table and recounted the entire process one by one

"Go ahead, let's do it this way. You can take my name card." Zhang Yuze's eyes brightened, filled with surprise and joy, yet also a hint of vigilance—this son is quite remarkable!

Xie Xiang raised his eyes and immediately noticed this expression, causing his face to flush with embarrassment, yet his heart was filled with joy—after many years of waiting, this fool finally looked at me with such feelings, not betraying my affections

The people's hearts are as strong as iron, while the law of officials is like a furnace. If one mishandles the situation, it becomes a confrontation with the regime, and the other party can easily fabricate charges to escalate the conflict. Not to mention, when the authorities seek a reason to make an arrest, is it better to resist or not to resist

I had thought that those who had old ties with my father would show some consideration for the past, but instead, they treated me like a mere figure in a book. Now, at this point, Xie Xiang no longer hides anything and has recounted the entire matter of searching for people in the city.

Afterwards, I asked Master Zhou and examined the injuries of those few subordinates. They all suffered from injuries to their tendons and bones. Even if they recover, they will no longer be able to fight. The injuries were severe, yet not serious enough to be considered major injuries.

This pure energy is indeed a transformation of his vital essence; even the most superficial manifestation of true writing is not without its limitations

If something were to happen to me, I would not want to live alone; however, she did not say this.

Zhang Yuze said casually, "What?"

No, this is my homeland. Moreover, when my master entrusted the temple to me, if I were to lose it, how could I face my master and you

Wang Cunye inadvertently turned his head and saw such a scene, which left him momentarily stunned. In his past life on Earth, there were such landscapes, all of which had been ruined by pollution

Rest assured, as long as you provide me with the master's verification, I will be able to pass the examination. With this identity, we will have the flexibility to advance or retreat, and besides, there may still be a way.

Zhang Yuze smiled slightly and said, "What, do you still think he has any standing? The Dayan Sect had some foundation ten years ago, but now it has fallen into decline, with no support left. Moreover, this person has already been included in the list for the River God Banquet. No matter how capable a hero may be, he is still at the end of his road; what use is there in having abilities?"

Father, I do not wish to kill him, but I want to take some precautions!" Zhang Longtao gazed ahead and said softly, "I would like you to intervene and have Captain Lu find a mistake, so that he can be imprisoned for a few days.

However, in the blink of an eye, Wang Cunye's expression softened, and he articulated his thoughts: "The first step is to go to Qingyang Palace for assessment. Only by obtaining the Dao Plate and receiving the法箓 can one have the ability to advance or retreat."

"Senior brother, this is indeed the truth, but it is said that the assessment is quite difficult" said Xie Xiang, lost in thought

"Junior Sister, are you still awake? I have returned," Wang Cunye said to Xie Xiang inside.