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Chapter 223 Heavenly Master
Three days later, in the VIP lounge at the airport in Sijiu City.
Hu Xiuwu sat comfortably on the sofa in the lounge, with empty hands and no luggage, traveling light.
Everyone present was an insider. The fact that he had a storage magic device in his hand was known to everyone who had come into contact with him. It was not a secret, so there was no need to come up with some pretentious tricks.
There were many people going to Nadutong this time, not only Bi Youlong, he also brought a diplomatic team of more than ten people, who were specifically responsible for negotiations with the Ministry of Magic and the Emerald Society.
The leader of these people was Bi Youlong, whom Hu Bayi mentioned a few days ago.
This was the first time that Hu Xiuwu met Bi Youlong. As his elder brother said, from his appearance one could tell that he was a serious and stern person with a capable style. His temperament was somewhat similar to Hu Bayi, with a strong military temperament.
Although it was the first time that Bi Youlong saw Hu Xiuwu in person, he was more familiar with Hu Xiuwu.
Since the Fishbone Temple, Nadutong has held several emergency meetings because of him. He probably knows more about Hu Xiuwu's past than his parents.
He has a clean identity, and Hu Xiuwu handled the Shizilang matter very well. He has always admired Hu Xiuwu and wanted to accept him into Nadoutong.
Unexpectedly, after Hu Xiuwu graduated and became an adult, he seemed like a different person. He was no longer enthusiastic about the affairs of the alien world. He lived a peaceful life as an ordinary person and even set up a game company with his childhood friend. This was beyond his expectations.
But he was only surprised for a moment, and Bi Youlong no longer paid attention to him. Nadoutong did not lack a strange person, and would not force a strange person to work for them.
Nadutong also hopes that all the extraordinary people can live peacefully and steadily in ordinary society like Hu Xiuwu.
If the Taoist priest had not inexplicably asked him to accompany him this time, Bi Youlong would have forgotten about him.
But now that he had met Hu Xiuwu today, Bi Youlong tried to extend an olive branch to Hu Xiuwu, but was politely rejected by Hu Xiuwu. Kids of his age yearn for freedom more and don't know the benefits of the system yet.
Bi Youlong was not angry about this. Instead, he praised him for his good character. Even though his cultivation level was increasing day by day, he was still able to work hard in society as a mortal.
It is rare to be able to be so humble and gentle while holding a sharp weapon and not have the intention to kill.
Zhao Fangxu, who was standing by, saw this scene and the friendly atmosphere between Bi Youlong and Hu Xiuwu. He came to see the Master off. The Master was going abroad, and he should come to see him off, both for public and private reasons.
Zhao Fangxu said happily and gratified:
"That's right. Only if we unite as one and work together sincerely can we ensure that we will not be disturbed by the outside world. I have more confidence in your operation this time."
After praising the two, Zhao Fangxu took Hu Xiuwu's hand again and asked him with a smile: "By the way, Xiuwu, do you know why the Heavenly Master must look for you?"
Hu Xiuwu shook his head and told the truth: "I don't know. I just learned the news from my brother a few days ago."
Zhao Fangxu pinched the meridians on Hu Xiuwu's wrist while staring at him to put pressure on him to determine whether he was lying. It was not until Bi Youlong next to him had a strange expression on his face and felt that the atmosphere between them was a little strange that he withdrew his gaze from Hu Xiuwu.
Bi Youlong was not aware of the inside story. In his opinion, if Tianshi wanted to take a junior of Zhengyi to England, then just let him go. Na Tutong did not want to interfere in the sect's internal affairs unless it was necessary.
He didn't understand why Zhao Fangxu was so sensitive about this matter.
Zhao Fangxu was thinking about the old master's thoughts, Hu Xiuwu was thinking about how Zhao Fangxu would think about the old master's thoughts, and why the old master was looking for him. Bi Youlong was not the kind of person who liked to socialize and warm up the atmosphere at a party.
The three people had different thoughts, and the atmosphere suddenly became cold. The three main figures in the team did not speak, just like the three air conditioners in the center. The serious atmosphere infected the employees of Nadoutong nearby, making them dare not speak loudly and could only whisper in twos and threes.
Not long after, the exit broadcast sounded, bringing them the news that the plane from East China had landed.
Zhang Zhiwei has arrived.
The team members led by Bi Youlong stood up involuntarily and gathered from all corners, like fans chasing stars, looking expectantly for the figure of the master. Even Hu Xiuwu had a fascinated look on his face.
He was the undisputed number one in the country, the goal that all extraordinary people could only look up to and admire. Even those unruly people in Quan Xing had a certain awe of the Heavenly Master. When they saw the Heavenly Master for the first time, they either wanted to commit suicide or run away.
The figure of Heavenly Master Zhang Zhiwei was not difficult to find. Hu Xiuwu saw the figure of Heavenly Master among the crowd that rushed out at a glance.
Zhang Zhiwei was extremely tall, a head taller than the people around him, standing out like a crane among chickens, very eye-catching.
After discovering Zhang Zhiwei's figure, Hu Xiuwu carefully looked at the demeanor of the country's number one man.
The Heavenly Master had white eyebrows and beard, a gentle face, and wore a loose green Taoist robe. However, his complexion was ruddy, and his eyes were restrained. He looked like just an ordinary, vigorous Taoist priest, and did not show the demeanor of a Heavenly Master at all.
To the mortal eye, he looked just like an old Taoist in good health, but when his eyes worked hard to open his third eye for the Lord, Hu Xiuwu took another look.
The innate Qi in the Heavenly Master's body is like the North Sea, deep and unfathomable. Even Hu Xiuwu cannot compare to him. It is like the vast ocean, even when it does not stir up any waves, just looking at it is enough to make people scared. It is even more difficult to imagine how earth-shattering it will be when this ocean gets angry.
However, such profound cultivation is firmly locked in this seemingly ordinary body. No aura can be seen from the surface, which indirectly demonstrates the amazing control of the Heavenly Master.
The Taoist priest seemed to have noticed something and suddenly turned his head to look at Hu Xiuwu through the crowd.
Hu Xiuwu only felt that his eyes suddenly darkened, and all he could see was a figure as high as a mountain, as deep as the sea, and as majestic as the sun and the moon. It was frightening, and the twenty-four gods around him were all facing a formidable enemy, as if a powerful enemy was knocking on the border and the border was in danger.
Just by looking at me, he was so powerful. This is probably what a so-called immortal is like.
After taking a look, Zhang Zhiwei seemed to recognize Hu Xiuwu's identity. He instantly retracted his aura and turned back into the gentle and experienced person he was. He even waved to Hu Xiuwu in a friendly manner.
Hu Xiuwu turned his head and blinked his sore eyes, shocked: The aura that was revealed for just a moment was enough to make me feel like I was facing a formidable enemy. Zhang Zhiwei is worthy of his reputation!
After turning his head again, Hu Xiuwu discovered that the ordinary little Taoist priest, who seemed a little dull under the scorching light like Zhang Zhiwei's sun, actually had an extraordinary temperament.
He has a handsome appearance and gentle temperament. He is dressed in a white Taoist robe, and looks fresh and elegant. A cinnabar mole on his forehead adds a bit of romantic charm, just like a green lotus that has been lost in the world.
Such an outstanding appearance is hard to forget once you have seen it. Although Hu Xiuwu has never seen him in real life, he knows him. He is the last disciple of the old Taoist priest, Zhang Lingyu.
There's nothing we can do about it. He's good-looking and easy to attract fans. His popularity has always been high. Jianghu Xiaozhan and Yaoxingshe both like to report on Zhang Lingyu, which always guarantees sales.
Thanks to them, Hu Xiuwu knew that Zhang Lingyu was a few years younger than him, not yet eighteen, and was proficient in the Golden Light Curse and had also been granted the Thunder Magic.
The Taoist priest only brought him with him on this trip. It seemed that he wanted to take this opportunity to train him.
If I remember correctly, according to the information in Jianghu Xiaozhan, among the ten disciples under Zhang Zhiwei, only the eldest disciple Zhang Qianhe and the tenth disciple Zhang Lingyu used the surname "Zhang".
In other words, Zhang Lingyu will likely inherit the position of the next Heavenly Master and is a candidate for Heavenly Master!
When he saw Zhang Zhiwei coming, Zhao Fangxu put away his doubts, put on a smiling face as if welcoming an old friend, and opened his arms to warmly welcome Zhang Zhiwei: "Haha, Master, you have come from afar, welcome, welcome."
Zhang Zhiwei's attitude was usually very gentle, and sometimes he would even make jokes. Facing Zhao Fangxu's enthusiasm, Zhang Zhiwei smiled kindly. After all, for Zhang Zhiwei, who was almost 200 years old, most people were his juniors:
"Mr. Zhao, you are too polite. Nowadays, airplanes are very fast and comfortable. Lingyu and I are well taken care of by Nadutong."
Zhang Lingyu put down the luggage in his hands and bowed to Zhao Fangxu: "Director Zhao!"
Zhao Fangxu smiled and lifted Zhang Lingyu up: "Master Lingyu, you are too polite. We will have to ask you to do a lot for your trip this time. You have brought honor to us."
Zhang Lingyu nodded and clasped his fists: "I will definitely fulfill my mission."
Seeing Zhao Fangxu and Zhang Zhiwei exchanging greetings for a while and almost finishing their conversation, Hu Xiuwu took the opportunity to come over.
Hu Xiuwu, like Zhang Lingyu, bowed his head and said respectfully:
"Hu Xiuwu, I have met the old Heavenly Master."
Unexpectedly, what he never expected was that Zhang Zhiwei actually became serious, straightened his clothes, and formally saluted him back:
"Zhang Zhiwei from Longhu Mountain, courtesy."
The Heavenly Master actually returned the gift to a junior in such a solemn manner, which shocked those who knew his identity, even Zhao Fangxu was no exception.
Everyone was shocked, except Hu Xiuwu, who was not only stunned, but also had a hint of enlightenment.
He knew why the Heavenly Master wanted to see him.
Chapter 224 England
"It turns out that the rumors are true. The successive generations of Heavenly Masters in Mount Longhu really have a way to pass down their memories and experiences."
Hu Xiuwu figured out everything, but Zhao Fangxu and Bi Youlong were stunned by the Taoist priest's bow.
What's going on? Why is the Heavenly Master returning the favor to a junior?
Among the people present, only Zhang Lingyu remained calm. He had great faith in his master, even trusting him more than himself. He believed that his master had his own reasons for doing things. Since he bowed to Hu Xiuwu, there must be a reason for this bow, so he just followed suit.
But Zhao Fangxu couldn't stay calm like Zhang Lingyu. He straightened his glasses and said in astonishment, "Master, it shouldn't be like this. What do you mean?"
The Heavenly Master's bow indirectly shattered his guess. If the reason why the Heavenly Master insisted on meeting Hu Xiuwu this time was related to Zhang Huaiyi, it would be far more than just such a solemn return gift.
What exactly is going on?
Zhang Zhiwei stood up, looked at Hu Xiuwu kindly, then patted his lower back and said to Zhao Fangxu mischievously: "Oh, I'm old now, and my waist is bent without paying attention. I think, since it's already bent, why not just give a gift."
Bi Youlong:...
A group of Nadutong contacts:······
"Oh, that's right."
Zhao Fangxu murmured in response, trying to maintain superficial calm, but in fact he was already roaring in his heart.
I was like, Zhang Zhiwei, you old bastard, do you think I'm stupid? You're too old to stand up straight! And you're still looking down at me when you talk to me.
But since Zhang Zhiwei said that, it means he is determined not to tell the truth. If the Taoist priest doesn't want to talk, who can force him to speak?
The Taoist priest may not be able to straighten his back, but it is more likely that he will bend the backs of everyone present.
It was difficult to ask the Heavenly Master, but Hu Xiuwu was much easier to deal with. Zhao Fangxu stared at Hu Xiuwu with deep eyes, trying to tell him with his eyes: come back to settle the score with him.
Why wait until he comes back from England? Hu Xiuwu can tell Zhao Fangxu the answer now:
"The Three Mountains Talisman protects the world and kills snakes."
Shangqing, Longhushan, and Wudang were not as harmonious as they are now in the beginning. During the Jin Dynasty, Shangqing even supported the theory of "Three Zhang Pseudo-schooling", and there were often rumors of battles between Zhengyi and Quanzhen.
However, by the Tang Dynasty, the relationship between the two sides had eased, and some people in the Shangqing School also recognized the principles contained in the Zhengyi Method.
During the Song Dynasty, under the emperor's order, Maoshan, Longhushan and Gezhaoshan were merged into one. The Heavenly Master of Longhushan was in charge of the talismans of the three mountains and was in charge of the teachings of various palaces and temples in front of the emperor. The First Heavenly Master of Longhushan then became the head of all Taoist sects.
After the Song Dynasty, Shangqing and Longhushan were officially merged into one.
Before the Tang Dynasty, Yuan Tiangang, the founder of the sect, passed on the secret of the snake to the head of Shangqing Sect. At that time, the head of Shangqing Sect still had doubts about the possibility of the Heavenly Master of Mount Longhu and did not completely trust Mount Longhu.
But after the three mountains were united and had a better understanding of the Heavenly Master's character, the then head of the Shangqing Sect was finally convinced of the character of the Heavenly Master of Mount Longhu, and informed the then leader of the Zhengyi Sect, the Heavenly Master of Mount Longhu, of the founder's plan and purpose.
This is a major event to save the world. It is the glorious and righteous path that Shangqing insisted on and sacrificed for. There is nothing more important than this in the world. It is not difficult for Shangqing to say that this is the righteous path that Shangqing insisted on.
The reason why it is concealed is simply because we are worried that there may be madmen who wish the world to be destroyed, and some smart people who covet the power of the snake god and want to sell out the world they were born in to earn their own eternal life.
The ancestor has deduced countless possibilities and included almost all variables, but that is ultimately a plan that will not be started until a thousand years later. Time is always man’s greatest enemy, and no one knows whether new variables will appear during this long period of time.
The founder may have confidence in himself, but the head of Shangqing obviously does not. If there are any unexpected changes, it will be the Heavenly Master who knows all the inside story and is the best in the world to restore order and get everything back on track.
Therefore, in order to save the country, the old Taoist priest Zhang Jingqing sent all his disciples out, but detained Zhang Zhiwei alone.
It is impossible that the plan has not yet been implemented and the Taoist priest, who serves as a safety net and backup, will cut off the inheritance.
The Heavenly Master's bow was addressed to Hu Xiuwu, the executor who was unaware of the situation but risked his life, and also to Li Chunfeng and Yuan Tiangang, seniors who sacrificed their lives and developed the plan for the sake of the people of the world.
Now, those who understood naturally understood. Bi Youlong and Zhao Fangxu both showed enlightenment on their faces. Only the ordinary employees who knew everything were left in the room, and Zhang Lingyu was still confused.