The person with the name Zhang Xuanyi is quite decent.
At first contact, it was a bit cold and detached, not close to human nature, like the earliest introduction of Si Yan, very arrogant.
Once we get to know each other a little more, things will be different.
When I go to eat, I try to put aside those chaotic thoughts from my dreams.
Zhang Xuanyi and I talked for a few sentences, meaning that I don't have to worry so much. Si Yan, the real person, is not an ordinary woman. Both her cultivation level and strength are at a certain level. As long as she does things seriously, there's nothing she can't accomplish.
Zhang Xuanyi's evaluation is very high.
But he was clearly uninterested in Si Yan at first.
In my understanding, many people show some thoughts when they first see Si Yan.
It seems that this Zhang Xuanyi, is only seemingly not interested on the surface, but in his heart, he is secretly observing.
To his words, I can only give a faint smile.
Although Si Yan is strong, the problem still lies in the fact that her opponent is the disciples of Wulings, a manifestation of spiritual energy.
"Oh, Master Luo, I've figured something out."
"Would you mind not telling my uncle?" Zhang Xuanyi's expression was laced with a hint of earnestness.
"Master Zhang, feel free to say." I put down my chopsticks.
After three or four bites, I have eaten most of it.
"Phew..." Zhang Xuanyi let out a long breath before saying, "My current situation is difficult. Master Luo can see that I am the same as that Golden Wheel elder; it's just that Yunjin Mountain protected me in a different way. However, the elder has made a mistake."
"A manifestation of spiritual energy must become corporeal, and Yunjin Mountain cannot accept the corporealization of its disciples."
"It's like that Liu Hong master from the ancient Qiang city who rejected your pill and swallowed the sword to kill himself."
"Heavens will bestow great responsibility upon this person, and I have carefully pondered this period of time, actually, corporealization is not an impossible choice either. Weapons are controlled by humans. Even if corporealization occurs, as long as the soul remains conscious, it is still a person who can control the body. This is equivalent to controlling weapons."
"I want to enter the prison of that ghost president of the institute, so that I can preserve my soul from being stimulated by talismans, and there is also a possibility that my body can be somewhat corporeal."
"If Master Luo is willing to give me that pill, if I become a manifestation of spiritual energy, I can add a bit more confidence to Master Luo in dealing with the disciples of Wulings. This should not be a problem."
Zhang Xuanyi's words were firm and full of conviction.
For a moment, I almost didn't know how to react.
At that time, Wei Youming wanted to "rectify" Zhang Xuanyi, but Tang Wu stopped him, saying that it wouldn't be necessary for a ghost to trouble oneself.
Tang Wu is an old-time priest, representing one of the most resilient wills of Yunjin Mountain.
At least so far, every Taoist temple I have encountered has had its problems, to some extent or another.
Yunjin Mountain has not had any problems so far.
Zhang Xuanyi seems to have some divergence from their will, but it's not a big deal. At most, it's for strength, and he doesn't mind using any means necessary?
Right, it's about not sparing any means.
Otherwise, he wouldn't have taken the pill from the eight dwellings and caused this aftertaste.
For a moment, I didn't respond to Zhang Xuanyi, looking very silent.
"Master Zhang, you're not just wanting to enter the prison and let your body become corporeal; you might also want to eat the pill refined from the heart meat of the imperial zombie, right?" I asked in return.
"Master Luo is straightforward and candid, so Zhang Xuanyi doesn't have to hide anything. I indeed want to eat it." Zhang Xuanyi was very direct and decisive.
"The old master would not be willing to eat it, as it goes against their Dao heart. Master Luo also wouldn't eat it. I can see that you have a stronger talent and are waiting for a better opportunity."
"I, to be honest, at the age of forty, I'm still floundering at the threshold of the master and have been unable to truly step through that door."
"Tian Gongquan, my sect doesn't allow me to drink it, so I broke the mirror in an extreme way, resulting in injury to my soul. After taking the pill from the eight residences, I originally thought it could cure my body, but I didn't expect it to make things worse."
"I seem to feel that deep down, it's still because of the issue of talent. With my current realm, it's all thanks to my father's meticulous cultivation and the many spiritual elixirs from Yunjin Mountain. If I were to cultivate by myself, I'm afraid I'd still only be a red-robed elder at the age of seventy or eighty."
"I need opportunity, a greater opportunity."
"Please, Master Luo, give me this opportunity. I will clear away any obstacles for Master Luo."
Zhang Xuanyi was extremely sincere.
For a moment, I didn't know how to respond.
Zhang Xuanyi is correct.
The Heart of the Imperial Zombie Dan, no old masters will eat it. The opportunity to become a manifestation of spiritual energy is not available at any time.
Han Jin, he does have an opportunity.
However, Han Jin's thoughts are too narrow.
If he becomes a manifestation of spiritual energy, he will definitely be able to revive Han Qiu and, while doing so, force Si Yan to marry him. He will destroy the entire Si Yuan Mountain.
Even taking it a step further, does Han Jin have the courage to self-dissolve using a weapon?
Then he has no chance of becoming a manifestation of spiritual energy.
Perhaps, if I mention the Heart of the Imperial Zombie Dan, he might go for it.
But I won't foster a tiger to become a problem for myself and harm Si Yuan Mountain.
Then Zhang Xuanyi seems to be a suitable choice?
If he has the chance to become a manifestation of spiritual energy, dealing with the disciples of Wulings, we will have confidence.
Otherwise, even if we find their whereabouts, what can we do once Si Yan succeeds?
A group of true masters, it seems like a large army pressing on, but in fact, there will still be casualties.
The patriarchal spirit is useful and can crush the long-faced man.
But once he sees any sign that we are summoning the patriarchal spirit, he will undoubtedly take to his heels without a second thought.
This is our last chance, and we cannot afford the slightest mistake.
There's also Zhang Xuanyi's sincerity.
If he has any deceit in his heart, I would definitely refuse him outright.
He is too sincere and direct...
"Phew..." Zhang Xuanyi let out a burst of murky breath, temporarily interrupting my thoughts.
"Master Luo, you can ponder this matter over and over again, and there's no need to give me an immediate answer, haha. Whether you agree or not, Xuanyi has no other intentions. The Great Hall may be getting anxious. Let's go there first?" Zhang Xuanyi made a gesture inviting me to proceed.
"Master Zhang, please." I got up at once and made the same gesture.
The two of them left the courtyard of their residence and didn't take long to arrive at the Great Hall of Pure Youth Daoist Temple.
There were no Qiang people; there were only Taoists in the hall, along with one Mr. Wu Jinlan.
Everyone's mood seemed very somber.
After Zhang Xuanyi and I went in, everyone's eyes fell on us. An elderly master in a purplish-red robe directed us to our seats. Zhang Xuanyi sat at the very back because, after all, his strength was insufficient.
I was seated at the front, actually next to Liu Zhenqi and Liu Taiyin.
Liu Zhenqi turned his head and spoke to me briefly about the events, including the discussions between Lao Gong and Wu Jinlan last night, which they all listened to.
And now, everyone has been talking about something.
Their decision was unified.
Go to Jiuqu Mountain and make it a camp there.
If the disciples of Wuling had not targeted Jiuqu Mountain, they probably would not have taken manifestations of spiritual energy from other Daoist temples, as they had to weigh their options, and Jiuqu Mountain was the easiest place to break through.
If they come, we will meet them in battle.
If they don't come, we will wait for Si Yan. Let's see if she can give everyone a pleasant surprise!
In fact, the word "opportunity" is more appropriate for Liu Zhenqi.
Saying "surprise" is just to keep my inner pressure from being even greater.
I nodded, without any objection.
"Mao You San." Tang Wu spoke at a fitting moment.
"I have tried to contact him, but it was of no use. I couldn't get in touch with him. He has probably already surpassed the disciples of Wuling and achieved his goals." I shook my head and directly explained the situation to everyone else, as there was no need to keep it hidden.
Tang Wu lightly tapped the armrest of the chair, lost in thought.
Subsequently, Liu Zhenqi and Liu Taiyin began to arrange for the affairs of Pure Yang Taoist Temple after they left.
This took some time, and it was almost 3 or 4 o'clock when we all left the ancient Qiang City.
There was a small interlude where the bodies of the monks who had fallen off the cliff were found and burned into ashes, which were then brought to Jiuqu Mountain.
Because there were too many people, it was quite inconvenient, and since it wouldn't take long to get to Jiuqu Mountain, the drivers arranged by the Qiang people had two people in each car. We didn't go to the high-speed railway station and traveled towards Jiuqu Mountain day and night.
In just over a day and a half, we were almost there.
I felt a bit strange.
Because Fan Jie had not reported back on the subsequent situation.
I'll dial his phone again to contact Fan Jie.
Unfortunately, Fan Jie's phone was turned off and unreachable.
A chill ran through my heart, and I immediately contacted another person, Ai Zhi.
At that time, Cai Zhi was the acting patriarch of the Dai Gan Palace. I removed his position and made him the vice patriarch, with Xiaoqi serving as the patriarch.
Ai Zhi answered the phone quickly.
His tone was unusually respectful as he said, "Lord, is there anything you wish to order me to do?"
This sentence made me feel a little uneasy.
It's been at least two or three days since I notified Fan Jie, including the time we spent traveling. Why hasn't Guanjian taken any action?
Fan Jie, he has shown absolutely no response?
He, something has happened!
"Go find Fan Jie immediately, now, go to Xiao's home! Hurry!"
I spoke loudly, and for a moment, my emotions were turbulent, my breathing became heavy.
"Yes... I'll go immediately..." Cai Zhi was frightened by me, his tone was even more respectful and trembling, and he dared not ask any more questions.
The phone hung up, but my mind remained particularly restless.
There were also Wu Jinluan and Mao Sheng among the passengers.
He Youtian and Tang Wu were in the same car.
"Master Luo, what's wrong with the Xiao family?" Wu Jinlan asked tentatively.
He knows a lot about my things, just like Lao Gong who often talks nonsense and said quite a few things.
I pressed my fingers against my forehead and didn't answer.
The car stopped at just the right moment.
We didn't go to the main peak of Jiuqu Mountain, but a small mountain next to it. Mao Sheng whispered to me and explained that the disciples had temporarily moved here, with some staying on the main peak as spies. Any situation would be immediately notified.
I nodded, but I felt somewhat at a loss, with my mind wandering.
The landing point on Jiuqu Mountain seemed quite ordinary at this moment. Disciples came out to greet us, and I saw Mao Sheng's appearance, which added to the already low spirits and despondency.
They quickly learned about Mao Sheng's strength, without exception, everyone was ecstatic and overjoyed.
However, I couldn't cheer up.
Jiuqu Mountain had also arranged a place for rest, and it had been almost two hours since then, but Ai Zhi still had no response.
I dialed Ai Zhi's phone.
He, he's also out of touch.
