"What a compassionate Master you are."
"Teach a person to fish rather than give him a fish."
"If my beggar son, surely will be moved to tears by the Master's earnest and painful heart."
The onlookers sighed in unison.
"These people are truly ordinary people, not transformed by Chongliquan and others."
They were all moved by Chen Yun.
I've seen good people open their granaries to help refugees.
I've never seen anyone who has considered the refugees' future life thoroughly.
Of course, after hearing Chen Yun's words, the onlookers respectfully showed their respect.
On the cobblestone street.
Chen Yun looked seriously at the beggar and asked, "Brother, what do you think of my proposal?"
The Beggar played by He XianGU, since the task was completed, naturally do not want to generate more trouble.
The beggar deliberately snorted coldly, "If you're not willing to give money, then don't. Why pretend to be a good person?"
After saying that, he turned around and rushed into the vast crowd.
He XianGU, however, thought that this level had been passed, so he urgently wanted to leave the scene.
Unexpectedly, Zhong Lique, playing the burly man, suddenly started to mock, "Little Taoist, are you not fond of being a good person? Why don't you chase after the stinking beggar? Don't you fear he might really starve to death on the street?"
Wang LaoZhi and Zheng WenXun's faces changed slightly.
Wang ZiXI and Cai RuJIN also had their eyebrows suddenly jumping up.
They naturally understood that the first round of the test had already ended, and this was Zhong Lique adding an impromptu act.
Most importantly, the added difficulty far surpasses the previous acting scene.
If you give money to a normal beggar, it represents inner kindness.
Now, since the beggar ran away and you didn't chase after him, doesn't that mean the kindness shown earlier was feigned?
Unexpectedly, Chen Yun said calmly, "The Daoist《Yellow Emperor's Secret Mantra》has it said: Understanding the laws of heaven and executing its course is all that is necessary."
The meaning of this statement is: By observing the path of heaven and fulfilling the mission bestowed upon us by heaven, the mysteries of all things and events are exhausted.
Zhong Lique has read many Daoist scriptures, so he naturally knows this passage.
He just doesn't understand why Chen Yun says this at this moment.
He asked curiously, "What does this mean?"
Chen Yun said, "Heaven sends forth its killing force, moving stars and changing constellations; the earth sends forth its killing force, dragons and serpents rising to land; humans send forth their killing force, the heavens and the earth reversing; when heaven and man merge their killing forces, all transformations are determined. All things in the world are natural. That beggar is about thirty-five years old, in his prime. I wish to help him out of trouble. However, he himself has sent forth his killing force and is willing to fall into despair. He would rather starve to death on the street than find a way to make a living. He is determined to die, like water entering fire, he is destined for death. Even gods cannot save him, let alone me, a young man?"
Because the illiteracy rate in the current society is very high, the crowd around just doesn't understand what Chen Yun is saying.
However, Zhong Lique is such a person, he understood the meaning immediately.
In an instant, Zhong Lique looked at Chen Yun with a piercing gaze, "You are so young that you know the principle of survival of the fittest and natural selection. Just like the sage knows that one cannot go against the laws of nature, therefore he controls them. Your understanding is in line with the principles of sages."
This evaluation is extremely high.
Zheng Wenxun did not expect that his master, who is so holy, would say that Chen Yun has enlightened on the way of sages, which moved him greatly in his heart.
Wang Laozhi, Wang Zixi, and Cai Rujin also brightened up at the same time. Chen Yun's explanation not only did not diminish his kind-heartedness but also enhanced and elevated his understanding, a path known only to sages!
Great!
What a Chen Yun!
What a case of spontaneous killing intent that even gods cannot save!
Zheng Wenxun and other people like Wang Laozhi secretly cheered for this statement.
Chen Yun said modestly and modestly, "This is what my elders in Daoist Daoist had taught me earnestly, not my own insights. Brother, since you have no business, I must leave first as I have some important matters to attend to."
After saying that, he left directly.
Zhong Lique did not stop him either, but nodded slightly at Chen Yun's back.
Zheng Wenxun, Wang Laozhi, and others surrounded him.
Including He XianGu, who had just left and now mysteriously ran back.
He XianGu was shocked when she saw Zhong Lique adding impromptu scenes just now.
As a result, she did not expect Chen Yun to not only be quick-witted and respond with ease, but also receive such high praise from the master.
This kid is indeed different.
Thinking about it, He XianGu opened her mouth and asked, "Master, what should we do next for the other tests?"
Before coming, Zhong Lique had already explained to everyone that he would give Chen Yun a comprehensive test.
For example, money, beauty, and so on, all of which would have to be experienced again.
That is why He XianGu asked so.
Unexpectedly, Zhong Lique shook his head slowly and said, "He has enlightened on the path of sages. Money and beauty cannot move his heart, so there is no need for further examination."
Wang Laozhi was taken aback, "Master, does that mean he has passed the test?"
"No," Zhong Lique waved his hand, "Money and beauty are all temptations of ordinary people. Only power is difficult for sages to resist. Since I know that he has already enlightened on the path of sages, there is no need for further testing on money and beauty. The final test is to see if he can resist the temptation of power. If he can truly resist, then I will admit him to my Daoist sect. If he cannot resist... Wang Laozhi, you admire him greatly, and as my student, I allow you to take him as your disciple."
Wang Laozhi was overjoyed and said, "Thank you, master."
Cai Rujin and Wang Zixi secretly sighed, the master's words indicating that Chen Yun had already stepped into the Daoist sect and was able to practice the immortal techniques of the Xuan Dao Temple.
Now there is only one more question.
Is it because Chen Yun's determination to pursue the Dao is so firm that he can be taken as a disciple by the master, or is it because he is just slightly short of achieving it, and can only be taken as a disciple by Wang Laozhi?
Wang Laozhi's Daoist skills are quite good, but he has not yet cultivated the elixir of immortality.
Zhong Lique has already smashed the void, making him a true cultivator of the immortal realm.
It is common sense that if one can be taken as a disciple by Zhong Lique, they will have the opportunity to learn more profound Daoist techniques.
Only no one knows now what the ultimate outcome will be for Chen Yun.
Everything depends on his destiny.
……
The west city.
Looking at the various shops along the streets, which are scattered and arranged in an orderly manner.
Chen Yun's eyes kept searching, "Cao records... Cao records..."
Alright, I haven't found it yet.
Suddenly, a familiar female voice behind him shouted, "That's him! Catch him quickly!"
Hmm?
Is that the voice of Jin Qiaoqiao?
Chen Yun quickly turned to look.
I saw Jin Qiaoqiao in a green dress glaring at him fiercely.
On her sides stood four or five guards with broad shoulders, muscular waists, and strong physiques.
Chen Yun sensed danger and turned to run away from here.
Unexpectedly, the four or five guards didn't speak, but moved forward and grabbed Chen Yun's limbs straight away.
"What is Jin Qiaoqiao doing!"
Chen Yun dodged and shouted while hiding.
Even though he had accumulated essence, refined body, and increased physical strength, he was still outnumbered by the four guards.
Moreover, the four or five sturdy men seemed to have learned the art of catching and holding.
Despite his efforts to dodge, he was still caught by the guards in a few moves, and his arms and legs were lifted up into the air with a swift motion.
Chen Yun felt a sense of futility, as though he had a strong body but no place to use it.
Indeed, the five men were transformed from Zhong Lique, Zheng Wenxun, Wang Laozhi, Cai Rujin, and Wang Zixi.
Among them, the one with the lowest cultivation is Wang Zixi, who is at the level of an upper-class wizard. If they want to catch someone, not to mention Chen Yun, even if Xiyu King Xiang Yu were to come, he couldn't break free.
At this moment, Chen Yun wishes he had learned martial arts.
"I must learn some self-defense skills when I go back, otherwise my strength will not be effective, and I will be easily captured by others. It's really laughable."
These thoughts flashed through Chen Yun's mind in a moment.
But now isn't the time to think about these things. Chen Yun shouted loudly for help, "Save me! Someone is killing! Save me!"
Chen Yun struggled and shouted for help, but the passersby on the side seemed to ignore him. They walked by silently, as if they hadn't heard anything.
Because he was being held up, he had no time to think about why ancient people, known for their kind-heartedness, seemed so indifferent at this moment. He was only anxious to break free.
Jin Qiaoqiao walked up to him, humming, "How dare you, Chen Yun! I have been kind to you in every way. You ate and then wiped your mouth cleanly. Today happens to be the day when my father returns home. I will definitely make him punish you severely!"
Chen Yun was anxious and sweating profusely, "Miss Qiaoqiao, don't defame me! When did I ever eat and then wipe my mouth cleanly? On that day, I didn't touch you at all!"
Jin Qiaoqiao didn't respond to his words, but waved her hand and said, "Put him back in the house."
Hmm, He XianGu will not respond to Chen Yun's words at all now.
Because this is the final test.
Of course, she needs to act "professional" and not reveal any flaws.
He XianGu looked at Chen Yun, who was struggling and shouting for help, and a mysterious smile appeared on her face. She thought to herself, "Whether you can pass the test and join the master's doorstep depends on this one step. If you can truly pass it, it will prove that my previous trials had no flaws. Chen Yun, don't let me down."
