Chapter 96: Zhang is not seen in the mountains, and Li is not seen in the roads! Eleven years ago
Yujing City, Confucius Temple.

As a 5A-level national scenic area, it is also one of the most famous attractions in Yujing City. The local culture and tourism do not even need to be promoted, and it receives tens of millions of tourists every year.

“A Jiangnan Imperial Examination Hall and a ten-mile gilded river fully demonstrate the Jiangnan style.”

When Zhang Fan and his companions arrived at the Confucius Temple, they couldn’t help but sigh.

In the Six Dynasties, the land of gold and powder was filled with elegance and grace. The painted boats on the gilded river at that time left behind countless legends about talented men and beautiful women, kings, princes, and generals.

As for the Jiangnan Imperial Examination Hall, it monopolized half of the world’s literary talent, and most of the world’s talents came from Jiangsu and Zhejiang.

Even today, before and after the middle school entrance examination and the college entrance examination, parents bring their children to burn incense and pray.

Zhang Fan vaguely remembered that when he was a child, his parents seemed to have brought him here to play, but there was something wrong with his memory and his impression of his mother became increasingly vague.

“I lived nearby when I was a child, and I remember there was a particularly serious fire one year.” Xiong Ba couldn’t help but whisper.

Normally speaking, a fire of this magnitude in a scenic spot like this is a big deal, and the higher-ups would probably have to deal with it thoroughly.

“I seem to have some impression of it…” Zhang Fan raised his eyebrows, and an image of fire flashed through his mind.

“When did this happen?”

“It was probably eleven or twelve years ago.” Xiong Ba pondered for a moment, but he couldn’t remember it clearly.

Eleven or twelve years ago, Zhang Fan had not encountered any misfortune, his soul had not yet entered the dark night, and his mother was not dead yet.

“Let’s go. Wuyi Lane is just ahead.” Xiong Qianqiu interrupted their chat and urged them.

It is now summer vacation, which is also the peak tourist season. There is a constant stream of tourists coming and going, and she is already feeling a little bored.

“Wuyi Lane…”

When we were young, we all memorized Liu Yuxi’s poem “Wu Yi Xiang”…

Wild grass and flowers beside Zhuque Bridge, sunset at the entrance of Wuyi Lane. The swallows that used to fly in front of the halls of the wealthy and the poor now fly into the homes of ordinary people.

However, few people know that Wuyi Lane is hidden in this Confucius Temple.

“The Wang family has a house here?” Zhang Fan couldn’t help but ask.

In a scenic spot like Confucius Temple, owning a small courtyard like this, enjoying peace and quiet in the midst of hustle and bustle, and the perfect balance of yin and yang, is something that cannot be achieved by just having money.

“A small half of the surrounding industries belong to them.” Xiong Qianqiu said casually.

“That’s outrageous.” Zhang Fan’s expression became strange when he heard that.

Others practiced Taoism, so did he. Others became wealthy, but he only made a fortune.

Heaven is so unfair, how horrible! ?

“Let’s go.”

Xiong Qianqiu squeezed out of the crowd and led the way.

It has to be said that in a 5A-level scenic spot, it is still the peak tourist season. Faced with such a huge flow of people, even if the True Man Chunyang came, his soul would be squeezed out.

……

Inside Wuyi Lane.

In an ancient and rustic courtyard, the plane trees are tall and the green shade is like a canopy.

At this time, three young men were sitting leisurely in the courtyard, brewing new tea over the fire.

In front of them there was an incense burner, the curling incense smoke was blown by the breeze, and the coolness of the summer sun was brought by the breeze.

This is called [Frost Fragrance], a kind of unique fragrance in Taoism.

Frost Descent is the last solar term in autumn. All things are complete and enter the Xu period. The yang energy sinks into the earth and the yin energy begins to condense. The weather starts to get colder during Frost Descent.

At this time, a layer of frost formed in a cellar three feet underground is taken, and dozens of major medicines are added. It is refined using ancient methods and it takes three years to produce this [Frost Fragrance].

In the summer, if you light this incense, the effect is better than air conditioning. It can not only lower the room temperature, but also inhale it into the body and even dispel cold, dampness and heat.

This kind of luxury cannot be bought outside.

“In the old days, the swallows in front of Wang Xietang flew into the homes of ordinary people.”

At this moment, one of the young men spoke. He had a feather tattoo on his wrist, a high bulge in his temple, and deep eyes. At first glance, he was obviously a master who nourished his essence internally, strengthened his muscles and bones externally, and had abundant true yang in his body.

“Xuanqing, why do you feel this way?” The older young man next to him couldn’t help but ask.

Since the Six Dynasties, this place has been the gathering place of prominent families, merchants, scholars and Confucianism, and is known as the “Golden Powder of the Six Dynasties”.

This alley is also famous because of Liu Yuxi’s poem “Wuyi Lane”.

“It has been said since ancient times that among the ten Taoists in the world, nine are surnamed Zhang and one is surnamed Li…” Wang Xuanqing sneered.

“What a pity! How can human power defeat destiny?”

“Times have changed. Now there is no Zhang on the mountain, no Li on the road. The river is surging. It is destined that our generation will come to the fore.”

Wang Xuanqing had a teasing smile on his face, but his leisurely gaze was fixed on the feather tattoo on his wrist.

“There is no Zhang in the mountains, and no Li in the roads…” Wang Xuansha murmured softly beside him and nodded unconsciously.

“There are talented people from generation to generation, each leading the way for hundreds of years…”

“Eighty years ago, Taoist Sanshi was known as the best martial artist in the world, but he died on the top of Mount Dongyue. Master Chu’s fame has shocked the world for sixty years.”

“Now, he is old, and has stuck in the art of martial arts, and has not yet come out into the world…”

“The wave of the younger generation is destined to sweep the world.” Wang Xuansha said in a serious tone.

This is the law of history and the inevitable trend of the world.

Even if one cultivates to the state of pure yang infinity, it is difficult to achieve immortality.

Immortality, immortality. Throughout history, so many talented and brilliant people in Taoism have been pursuing the elusive and traceless immortality.

However, Chun Yang is not the end, and immortality is still hopeless.

It is because of this that generations of people have come forward one after another, and legends have emerged one after another.

“I heard that last month the two brothers of the Qi family from Laojun Mountain went to Shangjing and visited Baihe Temple.”

At this moment, the only woman among the three spoke. She was dressed in a plain and loose robe and had no makeup on, but her pretty face could not be concealed.

“The two brothers Qi Delong and Qi Dongqiang!?” Wang Xuansha said two names.

“Not bad.” Wang Xuanfei nodded.

Laojun Mountain is one of the ten famous Taoist mountains in the world.

The brothers Qi Delong and Qi Dongqiang are the best among the disciples of this generation. Their reputations are no less than An Wu’an of Zhongnan Mountain and Xia Weisheng of Zhenwu Mountain.

“Do they dare to cause trouble at Baihe Temple?” Wang Xuanqing sneered.

Although Baihe Temple is not located near famous mountains or rivers, it is located in Shangjing City after all. If it were in ancient times, it would be the best place under the feet of the emperor and of extraordinary significance.

“It’s not without reason that these two brothers are famous. I heard from my second uncle that these two were born with the same mother and have an innate gift for rapport. Their spirits are integrated into one, and they can get along with each other.” Wang Xuansha said in a deep voice.

“The fusion of the souls? Is this possible?”

As soon as the words fell, Wang Xuanqing and Wang Xuanfei’s faces changed.

The soul is born with us and is more sophisticated than the brain. Any increase or decrease in it will have a huge impact, not to mention the fusion of two completely different souls. No matter how lucky you are, you will still suffer mental disorder.

“This is a rare talent, a gift from God.” Wang Xuansha said in a serious tone.

The primordial spirit is integrated into one, like white clouds supporting the sky, vast and boundless.

That kind of oppressive feeling is incomparable to any practitioner’s soul. The soul is the foundation of a practitioner and the key to comprehending pure yang.

For ordinary people, even if they practice first-rate inner alchemy, there is a limit to how strong their spirit can be.

However, the two brothers of the Qi family, when their souls merged, were able to achieve the effect of one plus one being greater than two. The souls of ordinary Taoists would almost collapse in front of them.

This is what it means to be too successful and yet deceive others.

“What’s the result?” Wang Xuanqing asked lightly, stroking the feather tattoo on his wrist.

“Naturally, the two brothers showed off their power and swept away more than a dozen masters of the younger generation in Baihe Temple.” Wang Xuansha whispered in a low voice.

“In a duel of martial arts, he defeated more than a dozen masters of the same generation. This is a slap in the face of Baihe Temple.”

Wang Xuanfei’s beautiful eyes condensed: “These two brothers are so ostentatious!?”

“Zhang Yang also needs capital.” Wang Xuansha said lightly.

Obviously, Qi Delong and Qi Dongqiang have such capital, how can they show their talents without their strengths? ?

“How did it end? Could it be that the commander of Baihe Temple took action to suppress the arrogance of these two brothers?” Wang Xuanqing couldn’t help asking.

“Not really.”

Wang Xuansha frowned slightly, and said with some uncertainty: “There is another young master in Baihe Temple. He broke through the barrier and defeated the two brothers with just one move.”

“What? One move?”

As soon as these words were spoken, both Wang Xuanqing and Wang Xuanfei’s expressions changed.

The top descendant of this generation of Laojun Mountain, a monster with the talent of Yuanshen Fusion, defeated it with just one move! ?
If the person who made the move was an elder from Baihe Temple, that would be fine.

“Peers!? Are there such masters among the younger generation of Baihe Temple?” Wang Xuanqing asked.

“I don’t know… That person seems to be in poor health and has been recovering from injuries for many years. Even the many disciples in Baihe Temple find it difficult to see him.”

“Who is he?”

“I only know that the man’s surname is Li.” Wang Xuansha said in a serious tone.

“The surname is Li!?” Wang Xuanqing’s face trembled slightly, and when he thought of what he had just said, a cold look suddenly appeared on his face.

“There are always higher mountains and higher mountains. There are always masters in this world that we cannot see.”

Wang Xuansha seemed to see through Bai Xuanqing’s thoughts, and could not help but said in a deep voice: “Not to mention outside, even in our Wang family…”

“You’d better put away your thoughts of showing off. You have good talents and your cultivation is gradually improving, but you are not the strongest.”

“Third brother, are you talking about that monster Wang Xuangang?” Wang Xuanfei said.

When that name was mentioned, Wang Xuanqing’s expression became a little unnatural.

There was a freak among the younger generation of the Wang family, named Wang Xuangang. Legend has it that he was born with seven stars. When he was born, the Big Dipper was shining in the sky and the starlight entered the room. He also had seven red moles on the soles of his feet as birthmarks.

This person has been gifted since childhood, especially in practicing the Taoism of the Baidou Sect, he has demonstrated extraordinary talents.

“Wang Xuangang has mental problems. He has been in seclusion for many years and never leaves the house. He is not a normal person at all.” Wang Xuanqing said coldly.

“There is a reason why he is abnormal.” Wang Xuansha said in a deep voice.

“what reason?”

“Do you remember that there was a big fire here eleven years ago?” Wang Xuansha mentioned an old event.

“Remember……”

The ten-mile gilded river was filled with flames that shot up into the sky, blazing brightly and making the dark sky seem as bright as day.

This incident caused a big fuss at the time, but it was quickly suppressed by the higher-ups, from the top to the bottom, almost to the bottom.

“Is Wang Xuangang’s mental illness related to this?” Wang Xuanqing couldn’t help but ask.

“Be careful what you say. He is just mentally ill, not crazy.”

Wang Xuansha raised his eyebrows, looking a little displeased.

Although Wang Xuangang was mentally ill, his cultivation had not fallen behind over the years. Instead, his practice had improved rapidly.

Because of this, even though he was a madman, the Wang family valued him very much and once issued a strict order that no one in the Wang family was allowed to say anything bad about Wang Xuangang.

Putting aside the strict orders of the clan, if such words fell into the ears of that madman, who could stop them? Even if he was killed, he could only blame himself for his bad luck.

“Third brother, don’t worry about him, just continue.” Wang Xuanfei glared at Wang Xuanqing fiercely, quite curious.

Over the years, they only knew that Wang Xuangang had mental problems, but they didn’t know why.

“Is it related to the fire?”

“That’s because he experienced his first major defeat in his life.” Wang Xuansha said in a deep voice.

“The first big defeat?” Wang Xuanqing couldn’t help but ask, “That year, Wang Xuangang should have been only fifteen years old, and he was already the best in the clan.”

“He was invincible in the clan, but during that fire, he met a master.”

Wang Xuansha said solemnly, “The fire was blazing. That man walked out of the sea of ​​fire. With just one look, Wang Xuangang was in a dilemma between life and death. His Dao heart was almost broken.”

“What? A look!?”

As soon as these words were spoken, the faces of Wang Xuanqing and Wang Xuanfei changed. This story was even more absurd and unbelievable than the one where the Qi brothers were defeated in one move just now.

“This…how is this possible?”

“Eleven years ago, although Wang Xuangang was only fifteen years old, he was no longer a rookie. His Taoism had the foundation of the Dou Bai Sect…”

“How is it possible that one look from someone could cause my faith to collapse?” Wang Xuanqing shook his head, obviously finding it difficult to accept this fact.

“It is what it is.”

Wang Xuansha shook his head, paused for a moment, and then said: “Although Wang Xuangang’s mind is not normal most of the time, but in recent years, the clan has spent some effort and has learned some truths from him.

“The reason why he is so crazy is probably because of this defeat.”

“Because of this defeat, he has been acting crazy these years. His mind has been focused and his cultivation has improved by leaps and bounds.” Wang Xuansha couldn’t help but sigh.

People’s fortunes and misfortunes are interdependent and are difficult to predict.

If Wang Xuangang had not suffered this disaster back then, he might not have achieved what he has today.

There must be a reason why orchids bear fruit.

No wonder the old people said that only by going through thousands of calamities can one achieve enlightenment and become an immortal.

Disaster is the great medicine for practitioners.

“Third brother, who was the one who attacked? A single look crushed Wang Xuangang? Which senior is bullying the weak?”

At this moment, Wang Xuanfei asked.

“Bullying the weak with the strong!” Wang Xuansha murmured softly, then shook his head: “I’m afraid it’s not what you think…”

“According to Wang Xuangang, the person who came out of the fire and attacked him that day was…”

“A young man!”

“A boy who looks younger than him!”

As soon as these words were spoken, Wang Xuanqing and Wang Xuanfei looked at each other, with expressions of disbelief written all over their faces.

“How…how is this possible?!”

(End of this chapter)