Chapter 78 Disguise

Chapter 78 Disguise

Chapter 78 Disguise
After seeing Fa Yue off, Xu Qing savored the fluctuations of his soul.

The cultivation of the soul is very interesting. If you can always maintain a calm state of mind, it will be beneficial for the soul to eliminate distracting thoughts and remain pure. When thinking about problems, you will tend to be more rational.

"But this does not increase the power of the soul faster than the ups and downs of emotions."

The ups and downs of emotions and the increase of desires can strengthen the soul, but at the same time, the soul will be polluted, easily falling into an irrational state and producing impurities...

Xu Qing unfolded the white paper, picked up the pen and wrote a sentence on the desk.

"Subdue the monkey in the heart and subdue the horse in the mind."

A restless mind means that the thoughts jump up and down like monkeys and horses, running around, and cannot be controlled; as a result, the mind becomes restless and one thinks about all sorts of things.

This will interfere with your daily life, but if you can subdue them, it will strengthen your heart and make your soul more resilient and powerful.

The mind is as unruly as the devil.

In fact, the human soul is naturally required to travel and experience many things in order to absorb nutrients.

"It is better to travel thousands of miles to read thousands of books."

This is also secretly in line with the Confucian way of self-cultivation.

Traveling thousands of miles is not just about traveling thousands of miles. Its essence lies in experiencing many things.

Xu Qing continued writing on the white paper.

"Young people don't know the taste of sorrow, and fall in love with the floors. To love the floors, to express sorrow for new words.

Now I know the taste of sorrow, I want to say it but I can’t. I want to say it but I can’t, but I say the cool weather is a good autumn.

The real life experience is not the imagination of young people. That kind of taste is not good, but painful. It is because of the pain that it has a greater tempering effect. After experiencing it, there is nothing much to say.

It is easy to practice in the public sector. In addition to the advantages of resources, the public sector itself is the most complicated place in the world. It is easy to sharpen the soul and develop a tenacious mind.

People in the arena involuntarily.

What is the Jianghu? People are the Jianghu.

The public sector has always been a place where human hearts are the most complex and treacherous.

It can be said that there are 360 ​​days in a year, and the wind, frost and sword are pressing hard.

To leave the world is to avoid these things, to enter the world is to face them directly.

Being able to enter and exit is the highest state of mind.

Face your fear and overcome it.

Xu Qing put down his pen, stretched his body and relaxed.

He was not in a hurry to find Fayue to ask for the secret medicine of Jinguang Temple and the method of Tiger Demon Bone Training, because it was not the right time yet. So he asked his uncle and aunt for soup first. On the one hand, it would solve their worries, and on the other hand, it would be like boiling a frog in warm water.

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Fayue was an intelligent man and knew exactly how much benefit Xu Qing's words would bring to Jinguang Temple.

This is also an important opportunity for Jinguang Temple to transform.

From then on, it changed from a general temple that was not specialized to a professional temple that did good deeds and was well-known. This was a great merit.

After he returned to Jinguang Temple, he discussed the matter with the abbot Yankong and the elders in charge of the temple.

These are also the two most powerful people in Jinguang Temple.

It goes without saying that the abbot holds great power. The abbot is equivalent to the minister of finance in the imperial court. As long as the temple has matters related to money, the abbot cannot be avoided.

After the two old monks heard what Fa Yue said, the abbot said angrily: "This is ridiculous. It makes no sense at all."

He pointed at Fayue and said, "Junior Brother Fayue, you are so confused. How can the money for incense be returned?"

After he cursed, he felt that this was a bit too money-oriented and insulting to the image of the monk, so he added: "The money from incense is a merit and a sincerity to the Buddha. This is not a transaction, not a business..."

Well, in fact, he is in charge of all the money for incense offerings. If the money can be returned, it would be like cutting his flesh. Cutting flesh is what Buddha does. If he does it, wouldn't he also become Buddha?

Buddha is to be worshipped and paid homage to!

Fayue didn't answer, but just looked at the abbot.

He had made up his mind that if the abbot did not agree, he would become the abbot to agree.

Anyway, he doesn't want to take over a mess.

The abbot pondered for a while, clasped his hands together and sighed: "This donor Xu is indeed a person of great wisdom. Such meritorious deeds are the responsibility of our Jinguang Temple."

Fa Yue felt relieved, but also a little disappointed.

When he had no money, the old monk said every day that he wanted to give up his position. Now that he has found a way to become bigger and stronger, it seems to the old monk that he can still work for another 20 years.

In another twenty years, he will be almost fifty.

Is there anyone in the world who is only fifty years old?

Seeing that the master and the disciple had reached a consensus, the abbot was quite angry and said, "This won't work."

He didn't want to know how much benefit would come from the success of this matter. He only knew that the incense money that went into his pocket had no reason to go out.

The abbot said gently, "Brother, this is not a trivial matter. You go down first and think about it carefully. We will discuss it later."

The abbot thought that now in the hall, they were outnumbered two to one by master and disciple, and he really couldn't win the argument, so he decided to go back and find someone to discuss it.

Returning the money for incense offerings actually means touching his foundation. This is not a question of how much money he makes, but the abbot is reaching out to his territory.

After the abbot left, Fayue said, "Abbot, if Senior Uncle Yanzhi disagrees, this matter will be difficult to handle."

Abbot: "No problem, I have my own ideas on this matter. What else do you want?"

He looked at Fayue and hesitated to speak.

Fa Yue then told the story of the soup for seeking fertility.

The abbot pondered for a moment and said, "There are only a few medicinal materials left in this temple for the fertility soup. But it is not easy to give this secret recipe directly to Xu Sanyuan. You go and get the remaining ones, and when we have decided on the matter in two days, we can deliver them to him."

"promise."

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Midnight.

Clear sky, bright moon, no snow.

A slender figure in nightgown floated into Xu Qing's east courtyard.

The slender figure suddenly felt someone patting her shoulder gently. She screamed subconsciously, but a hand covered her mouth. Then she turned her head to look at the person behind her and breathed a sigh of relief.

"You have good physical skills." Xu Qing said slowly to the black-clad female slave in front of him.

Su Lianqing rolled her eyes at Xu Qing and said, "You almost scared me to death."

Xu Qing: "Have you just arrived in Jiangning Prefecture?"

Su Lianqing: "I just settled down and came to see you. Isn't that very considerate of me?"

Xu Qing threw her a rag and said, "Clean the stone bench in the yard. Let's sit down and talk."

"You won't let me enter the study?" Su Lianqing felt the coldness in the yard.

Xu Qing: "I'm not cold."

"I am cold."

"So what does it have to do with me?"

Su Lianqing: “…”

She obediently cleaned the two stone benches in the yard and sat opposite Xu Qing. Xu Qing asked her to tell him how she got here, and Su Lianqing told him the truth.

Xu Qing nodded when he heard this: "I didn't expect you to get involved in this matter. This makes it even more convenient."

Su Lianqing came to see Xu Qing as this matter involved him, so after she arrived at Jiangning Mansion and settled down, she came over as soon as possible in the dead of night.

Otherwise, when Xu Qing knows about this tomorrow, if she comes again, it will seem that she is not loyal enough, and she will probably suffer the consequences.

This is also a bad habit that Luo has developed. When doing things, he must first consider the attitude of his superiors, for fear of being punished.

Now it’s just that the people in charge have changed.

What a miserable life!

She said carefully: "Mother Chen is from the inner factory, so the inner factory must be behind Tianxiangyuan this time. You'd better be careful."

Xu Qing smiled: "I'm unlucky, and you just got away."

Su Lianqing sighed: "How can I get out of this if you don't even give me a confession? Taking off clothes is more appropriate."

Xu Qing waved his hand: "There's no need to take off your clothes. Since you're already here, why don't you go back tonight? Teach me the art of disguise."

Su Lianqing: "Are you still a human being? I have been so worried these past two days that I haven't slept a wink. Let me get some sleep."

"It's okay, you teach me first, and you can take a nap while I practice. If there's anything you don't understand, I'll continue to ask you." Xu Qing replied very considerately. Su Lianqing: "Then I won't sleep..."

Xu Qing smiled slightly: "Come into the study, I'll give you some hot tea."

Su Lianqing didn't know why, but she felt a little moved when she heard this.

Isn't she cheap?
Xu Qing also didn't want to ask about the woman's well-being right away, for fear of making the woman angry.

Give her a warning first, then give her some comfort, and the feeling in her heart will be completely different.

The way to control subordinates is like controlling horses, you have to understand their temperament.

Be obedient when necessary and tame when necessary.

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In the study, the pine oil lamp was lit, illuminating the room.

Xu Qing listened quietly to Su Lianqing explaining the tricks of disguise.

After listening to it completely, just like the time when he interrogated Niu Peng to get the secret of the Bull Demon's Great Fist, he would ask about some details from time to time, and then verify them with the previous content.

Not only that, Xu Qing also understood while asking, and then asked the meaning of a certain paragraph, asked Su Lianqing to explain it, and then verified it with his own understanding.

It took Xu Qing two hours of going over and over like this before he finally figured out the general framework of the disguise technique.

It turns out that this disguise technique mainly uses the power of the soul to control the facial muscles, combined with makeup and other techniques to achieve a lifelike effect.

But disguise cannot change the structure of the eyes.

This is because the eyes are an extremely complex and independent organ in the human body. If they are moved, they can easily be damaged.

This is also the flaw of the disguise technique.

But in reality, it is impossible to reveal a person's identity based on his eyes.

In addition, Su Lianqing's disguise technique also requires control of facial muscles. It doesn't mean that she can become Xu Qing by following Xu Qing's appearance. Instead, she needs to adjust according to her own facial muscle structure. If she does it carelessly, it may lead to facial paralysis.

To put it bluntly, it's a bit like micro-plastic surgery, combined with makeup and changes in clothing to achieve the effect of a complete makeover.

Su Lianqing also said that this technique was originally a kind of fox charm technique, and was originally used to cover up facial defects.

There are many famous beauties in history who have used similar methods.

Of course, there are some who are naturally beautiful and flawless, but they are rare.

In fact, the inheritance of Luojiao is itself a hodgepodge.

Specifically, throughout the dynasties, many academic essences from failed schools were absorbed by Luojiao.

This is also the reason why Luojiao is keen on rebellion.

Academic failure is because they are not the judges, so they want to become the judges.

Very reasonable.

Xu Qing entered a state of absolute concentration, repeatedly pondering the tricks of disguise taught by Su Lianqing, until he had some understanding of it, and then asked Su Lianqing to demonstrate it first.

His soul left his body and moved close to Su Lianqing's face. He carefully observed the operation of Su Lianqing's soul power on her face, confirming it with what he had comprehended.

Xu Qing stopped only after the woman was tormented to the point of yawning continuously and having no more strength left.

"The process of practicing this Soul Disguise Technique is actually a new understanding of the meridians, muscles, and bones in your head. The head is the leader of the six yang organs, and its importance is self-evident. Moreover, this technique can also train the subtle control of the soul. In fact, it lays a good foundation for the soul to grow to the level of driving objects in the future."

Su Lianqing herself did not understand this logic, but Xu Qing figured it out.

The Luo Sect's cultivation method may not be superior in terms of the great Dao, but in the application of Taoism, it does have a wealth of experience accumulated through thousands of trials and tribulations, and should not be underestimated.

Xu Qing asked Su Lianqing to take a nap first, while he found a mirror and tried it on a small area of ​​facial muscles.

He started with controlling a small piece of muscle, and only after he could control it with incredible precision did he consider other parts, one by one. Once he had a clear understanding of them, he would carry out the final integration.

No matter how complicated and tiring the basic exercises are, you cannot afford to feel bored at all.

In addition, the art of soul disguise also involves the control of the skin, which is similar to the Bull Demon's method of moving the skin.

Xu Qing gradually realized that if the method of practicing martial arts is accumulation, then the method of fighting is control.

Control yourself and understand the structure of the human body, then put others first, and when you see any subtle movement of the enemy, you will be able to react immediately to the opponent's next move and be able to anticipate the enemy. In this way, even if you are at a disadvantage in strength, speed, agility, etc., you can still strike back.

This is also the essence of Bagua Youshen Palm.

The core of Bagua Youshen Palm is body movement. First, you must establish yourself in an invincible position, and then seek opportunities to win through observation.

All things in the world, when you reach a deep level, are always connected.

After Xu Qing's enlightenment, he found that his spirit and soul had also grown a little. The wisdom he gained from his enlightenment was also a tonic for his spirit and soul.

Seeing that it was getting light, Xu Qing woke up Su Lianqing.

"Go back first and get some sleep during the day." Xu Qing said gently.

Su Lianqing was slightly touched by the gentle treatment of her young master and said "hmm".

"Remember to come over to help me practice in the evening."

Su Lianqing's slight feeling of being touched disappeared immediately, but she felt more at ease. As long as she was still useful, that was enough.

For people in their line of work, the biggest fear is that their superiors have nothing to assign to them.

"Okay." She responded weakly, then used her light body skills to sneak out of the yard.

Xu Qing looked at her skills and thought, "Although women are naturally at a disadvantage in actual combat due to their strength, their low weight also gives them an advantage in this kind of light body kung fu."

Xu Qing can also jump very high, but it also makes a lot of noise.

"I wonder if once my soul becomes strong enough to drive objects, can I let my soul carry me to fly?" Xu Qing suddenly had an idea.

I'm sure there is no one who has not thought about flying in the flesh when he was young.

Free from the clouds, carrying the blue sky, traveling to the North Sea in the morning and Cangwu in the evening.

This kind of freedom and ease, if I have the chance in this life, I must try it.

In addition, Xu Qing also thought that if the soul reaches the level of driving objects and cannot lift the body, then what about driving other things and then lifting itself up?
Stepping on a flying sword?

"Even if the spirit can drive objects, it is estimated that not everything can be driven, otherwise where did those magic tools come from? There must be a trick. Unfortunately, Su Lianqing's level is too low and he doesn't have any magic tools. Let me experiment."

Magical instruments are also extremely precious things in Luo Sect. Su Lianqing is not at a high enough level and cannot touch them at all.

I heard that there are many magical instruments in the Western Tantric Buddhism, but most of them are evil instruments used to induce illusions and play tricks. They are not as good as the visualization method of the five great demon gods.

Moreover, the methods used to make Tantric instruments are extremely cruel and evil.

Xu Qing had only read some records in books, but his scalp still tingled and he felt extremely nauseous.

In fact, in ancient times, the Middle-earth civilization also used human sacrifices for sacrifices and burials, but the reason why civilization is civilization is that it will reflect on itself and progress.

Only when you respect yourself can you be valuable.

Therefore, a gentleman can be killed but not humiliated.

“Dignity is earned through one’s own strength, not through charity or sympathy.”

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Two days after Fayue returned to the temple, he brought the fertility-enhancing medicine and informed Xu Qing that Jinguang Temple had reached a consensus and decided to cooperate with Fushe.

After Xu Qing exchanged greetings, Fayue was in a hurry to leave. Apparently, a lot of things happened during the process of unifying the thoughts of Jinguang Temple, which needed Fayue's handling.

He also came here despite his busy schedule.

Xu Qing sent Fa Yue away, took the fertility medicine, and went to see Zhou:

"Aunt, this is the fertility medicine I found. You can boil it for uncle and take it according to the instructions above. After a month, try again. Maybe you can get pregnant."

"Okay." Zhou didn't have much hope, but she was happy that Qing'er had this intention.

She called over four maids who were about the same age as Xu Qingnian, all of whom Zhou had carefully selected these days. After explaining the maids' general backgrounds and origins, Zhou asked, "Please give them new names."

Xu Qing said casually: "Then let's call them Chunxiang, Xiaxiang, Qiuxiang, and Dongxiang."

He was also a bad namer, so he just copied the name from Tang Bohu's Dian Qiuxiang. If they were quadruplets, he would just copy the four swordsmen of Mei, Orchid, Chrysanthemum and Bamboo from the Lingjiu Palace in Tianshan.

Well, observe these four maids first. If they pass the test, find an opportunity to find a sword formation for them to learn, so that no random martial arts expert can break into Li’s house.

This is also because there are too few guards in Li’s house.

A truly wealthy family would have many guards, so it would be impossible for someone to sneak in as easily as Su Lianqing did.

That's not right. This woman's physical skills are really good, and she can also disguise herself. She can even sneak into the mansion of Marquis Wuding.

I'd better see if there's a chance to raise a psychic mastiff.

Xu Qing kept this matter in mind.

(End of this chapter)