Chapter 6: The Demon Lord's Transmission of the Law (2)

The two individuals finally awoke from their dreamlike state and said in unison: "We thank Lord Chi for his enlightenment and blessings!"

Chibo nodded in great satisfaction and instructed: "I have matters to attend to and will be away for a period of time. You should first practice some basic principles of the mysterious arts. If there is anything you do not understand, please consult the guardian of our sect, Elder Shen Gongbao—Shen Elder!"

Peach saw them standing foolishly there, covered her mouth with a smile, and threw a flirtatious glance at the two, saying: "By the way, Lord Chi Bo is currently waiting for you in the back garden, hurry and follow the maid!" After saying this, she gracefully exited the room

After Peach had cleaned and groomed them, Yaoyang and Yixian changed into well-tailored outfits, revealing their true appearances that had been hidden beneath unkempt hair and dirt for over a decade. One of them, with delicate features and a gentle demeanor, exuded an air of cultured elegance, while the other, with thick eyebrows and large eyes, presented a robust and spirited masculine presence. Standing together at that moment, Peach felt a sudden brightness before her eyes.

Shen Gongbao cast a dim and obscure glance at the two, slightly nodded and uttered a soft "hm," but did not respond further

In the midst of conversation, it was evident that endless possibilities had been contemplated. Chi Bo laughed heartily several times, his laughter, reminiscent of a vulture, mingled with the chaotic fluttering of startled birds, further intertwined with the obsequious praises of Shen Gongbao, rendering the morning light of heaven and earth seemingly dim and devoid of brilliance

Yaoyang enjoyed having Tao'er serve him by cleansing his face and combing his hair, then he circled around her several times, not forgetting to sweetly compliment her, saying: "Sister, you look even more beautiful today"

At that moment, a sultry voice came from outside the door: "Have the two young gentlemen awoken?"

Yao Yang casually glanced at the first half of the "Meridian Classic," quickly memorizing it for a moment. He then turned straight to the back, where the profound and mysterious spells and incantations were located. Unable to contain his excitement, he began to recite the words on the scroll aloud, gesturing with his hands as he started to experiment.

Eh? How strange! Where has it gone? Yao Yang looked around, momentarily at a loss for words

"Young master, there is no need to be polite; this is what a servant should do!" Tao'er said as she snatched the towel to wash his face, leaving Yi Xian in a predicament where he could neither wash nor avoid it, and he was flustered as he was compelled to have his face washed.

Watching the two brothers gradually depart, Shen Gongbao stepped closer to Chi Bo and asked in a reluctant tone, "The 'Essentials of Xuanfa' is an ancient scripture of our sect that we painstakingly stole from the Shushan Sword Sect over the course of three hundred years. How could the esteemed one so easily bestow it upon them for their reference? Is it truly certain that they can lend us a helping hand?"

Fortunately, the two brothers felt somewhat taken aback

Rest assured, Master Shen Gongbao will certainly do his utmost to teach them

Hearing that Tao'er was about to come in, Yixian hurriedly got up, put on her clothes and pants, and anxiously spoke to stop her, saying: "Sister Tao'er, please... please come in slowly first"

The entire "Dongxuan Courtyard", although built amidst high mountain cliffs, is exceptionally refined. The courtyard is spacious and elegant, seamlessly integrating the garden with the courtyard, featuring a serene layout. The main residence serves as the focal point, with corridors and artificial hills interspersed throughout, showcasing a unique and distinctive design.

The deity has its own arrangements! The speech abruptly halted, and Chi Bo smiled mysteriously to himself, continuing: "You just need to mislead them; as long as they learn how to utilize the power of the 'Golden Puppet Talisman' that I have attached to them, it will suffice! The night of the Nine Stars Eclipse in seven days is the inevitable moment for the sacred object to operate its magical energy to evade the heavenly tribulation! At that time, no matter how the Nine-Tailed Fox tries to hide, it cannot conceal the vast and sacred celestial energy; that will be our best opportunity for action...

Upon closer inspection, Tao'er repeatedly exclaimed: "No wonder Lord Chibo said that you are born with the demeanor of a dragon and the grace of a phoenix, with limitless prospects. Having now seen the two young masters, I cannot help but think the same!"

Yixian thought about the certain intentional or unintentional physical touches between her and Yaoyang just now, and her face immediately turned bright red with embarrassment. She quickly declined, saying: "Sister, you don't need to worry about me, I... am used to washing by myself"

Leaning on the strings, she turned her head to survey the entire room. After confirming that there were no so-called monsters, she angrily threw off Yaoyang's blanket and said, "Please, this is our East Xuan Courtyard of the East Sacred Path, how could there be any monsters here? It's too early in the morning for such jokes; the most important thing now is to sleep!" With that, she covered her head and went back to sleep.

Peach returned after bringing Yaoyang and Yixian to the edge of the cliff. The two brothers looked at Chibo, who seemed to be in deep thought three zhang away, exchanged a glance, and were afraid to disturb him, so they stood quietly to the side, not daring to make a sound

Yao Yang and Yi Xian knowingly bowed to Shen Gongbao and said: "In the future, we hope Elder Shen will provide us with more guidance"

Elder Shen? Yao Yang and Yi Xian were taken aback upon hearing this, exchanging a puzzled glance.

Yao Yang and Yi Xian quickly reached for their faces while looking at each other's faces. Indeed, the dark red mark on their faces had completely vanished, and what they touched was smooth skin. The two brothers immediately burst into joyful exclamations

Yao Yang and Yi Xian looked at the secret manual of the mysterious arts in their hands, and their excitement was evident. Upon hearing that Chi Bo was willing to lend them a helping hand, their astonishment and delight increased even further, and they quickly responded in unison.

Yao Yang and Yi Xian only saw Chi Bo wave his hand, and a gentle force came rushing towards them. The two felt a cool breeze passing over their faces, swirling gently inward. After a while, they heard Chi Bo say: "Alright!"

Chi Bo clearly noticed the confusion of the two and smiled as he explained: "You need not be surprised; this is because the original foundation that I have bestowed upon you will become increasingly evident as your mastery of the mysterious arts progresses. Over time, as you gain more insights, you will naturally come to understand the underlying principles!"

A deep, hoarse voice suddenly arose, startling the two brothers. They turned to look back and found that a tall, thin middle-aged man had appeared behind them at some point. Dressed in a satin blue robe, with sparse eyebrows and small eyes complemented by a few wisps of goat-like whiskers, his gloomy speaking voice evoked an ever-present sense of ominous dread.

Chi Bo smiled broadly, took out a scroll of bamboo slips from his sleeve robe, and sent it into the air. The bamboo slips seemed to possess a spirit of their own as they slowly floated into Yaoyang's hands. He said, "This is the introductory secret manual of our sect, 'Essentials of Mysterious Methods.' You may take your time to study and comprehend it! To lay a solid foundation, I will assist you first!"

Yaoyang pointed to the bedside with his head covered and said: "There, isn't it standing right in front of you..."

In the return to the chamber, Yaoyang and Yixian eagerly began to flip through the bamboo scroll. The scroll, which was over three feet long when spread out, was tossed back and forth by the two brothers. Hundreds of slightly worn bamboo slips were strung together with a few faded black and vermilion threads, the slips exhibiting a dark luster, with neatly carved seal script faintly visible, densely filling the entire scroll.

Yao Yang and Yi Xian finally realized what was happening, and they exchanged an awkward smile before stepping out of the side room. Under the guidance of Tao Er, they walked towards the back garden, enjoying the beautiful scenery of the entire garden along the way.

Elder Shen is usually not fond of talking, but in any case, you should get used to it!" Chi Bo waved his hand and said, "You should first study that book 'Essentials of Mysterious Techniques' thoroughly. As long as you practice according to the methods, you will surely achieve remarkable results with half the effort! After a few days, when I return, I will be testing you, so off you go!

Yao Yang and Yi Xian nodded in agreement repeatedly, expressing their gratitude to the two senior members of their sect. Only after that did they joyfully exit the back garden, holding the bamboo slips in their hands, and head straight back to their quarters.

A figure in a dark robe stood alone at the cliff's edge, gazing indifferently towards the direction of Chaoge City behind the mountains. His hawk-like, profound gaze seemed contemplative, and his still body blended into the surrounding environment, exuding an air of inscrutable desolation.

Yao Yang quickly put on his clothes and then looked at Yi Xian, who was in a flustered state, with a sly smile, and called out to the door: "Sister Tao'er, come in!"

Upon hearing the voice of the woman, Yaoyang suddenly sat up, disregarding any notion of monsters, and responded with a beaming smile: "I am awake, I am awake, Sister Tao'er, please come in!"

The two brothers exchanged incredulous glances for a long while after hearing those words

Chi Bo closely observed the faces of the two individuals, a satisfied expression appearing on his face as he said: "Indeed, I did not misjudge; both of you possess extraordinary talents. However, the marks on your faces hinder your appearance. Allow me to perform a technique to remove them for you."

Chi Bo turned around and gazed once more at the city of Chao Ge, letting out a deep sigh, and said: "The treasure of the Demon Sect appears once every thousand years! Even the gods of the Three Realms are powerless to grasp and control the supreme power of heaven and earth. In comparison to this mere half volume of the 'Essentials of Mysterious Methods', which is truly more important? I believe this need not be emphasized further by me. As for whether their brothers are of any use..."

Peach, upon hearing this, was greatly pleased, yet she did not dare to show her joy. She cautiously replied, "Young Master Yao is jesting; this humble maid's status is lowly, and what does it matter whether I am beautiful or not?" After saying this, she walked over to Yi Xian's side and softly said, "Young Master Yi, allow this maid to assist you in cleansing your face!"

Yao Yang and Yi Xian suddenly felt a powerful force surge towards them, enveloping them in a fierce and oppressive heat. As they pondered what strange changes their bodies might undergo, they found that the force had abruptly vanished, and everything returned to normal, with no unusual sensations in their bodies.

The backyard connects with the rocky cliffs of the hills; although the terrain is steep, the presence of exotic flowers and plants makes the ascent particularly moving and refreshing, allowing one to gaze far and wide.

At this moment, the charming maid Tao'er entered, holding the washing utensils and some clothing. Seeing the awkwardness of Yi Xian, who was hastily avoiding her gaze, she covered her mouth and smiled, saying: "Please, gentlemen, take your time to freshen up."

Chibo turned around and asked warmly, "You have arrived, did you sleep well last night?"

Chi Bo moved his body and turned, crossing three zhang in mid-air, landing beside the two men. He pressed one hand on each shoulder, and a powerful force penetrated their bodies, forcing the two brothers to hunch down, their backs pressed together. Suddenly, two beams of golden light erupted from Chi Bo's palm, striking the dantian area of the two men’s abdomens. The brilliance surged in with a flash of energy and then vanished in an instant