As soon as the sound of the bells died down, the bells and drums in the Daoist temple suddenly rang together.
The bell rang steadily and powerfully, nine times. Every clang seemed to echo throughout the valley, making the eardrums ring, but also arousing an indescribable sense of solemnity and reverence.
The drums were strong and resounding, also numbering nine, and ringing alternately with the bells, as if some ancient ritual was being performed.
The gate of the Daoist temple slowly opened, and two rows of Daoist disciples wearing blue robes walked out and lined up on both sides of the street. Each of them held a blue lamp in their hands, and the flame on the lamp swayed gently in the wind, illuminating the entire street.
These disciples were all highly skilled, with the lowest level being at the seventh rank of the True Immortal Realm and the highest level reaching the peak of the ninth rank.
They stood in a neat row with a respectful posture, their eyes fixed on David, their gazes filled with unconcealed curiosity and anticipation.
David watched this scene with a hint of surprise flashing in his purple eyes.
Sembilan dentang lonceng, sembilan dentuman genderang, dan dua baris murid berbaris untuk menyambut mereka—upacara tingkat ini diperuntukkan bagi tamu paling terhormat di sekte mana pun.
And he, a youth of the eighth rank of the True Immortal Realm, enjoyed this kind of treatment on his first visit to Qingyun Cave Heaven.
What exactly does Master Yuxu want to do?
The thought crossed David’s mind, but he didn’t have time to think about it further, because a figure had already walked out of the Daoist temple.
The man had white hair and beard, a thin face, wearing a blue Daoist robe, holding a whip in his hand, and walking with steady steps, every step as if he was measuring the earth.
Tidak ada fluktuasi energi spiritual pada tubuhnya; he looked like an ordinary old man.
However, David’s pupils narrowed slightly.
He could feel how terrifying the power contained within the old man was.
That power was not projected outwardly, but rather contained within, like a sheathed peerless divine sword. Even though its sharpness was invisible, once unsheathed, it could cut through everything.
Fifth level of the Golden Immortal Realm.
Master of Qingyun Cave, True Man of Jade Void.
Teacher Yuxu walked over to David and stopped three steps in front of him.
He looked David up and down, his gaze lingering on those purple eyes for a long time, then nodded slightly, a faint smile appearing on his lips.
“The inheritor of the Great Luo Golden Scripture is indeed extraordinary.”
His voice was old yet gentle, like a kind elder praising a junior: “I, Yuxu, have long admired the name Master Chen.”
David put his hands together in greeting and said, “Junior David greets True Man Yu Xu.”
Master Yuxu waved his hand, “There’s no need for formalities. Master Chen is an honored guest of the Daoist sect. I’ve prepared tea. Please come in.”
After finishing speaking, he turned around and walked towards the Daoist temple.
David followed behind him, followed by Jiang Xuelan and Yun Yi.
Mereka berempat melewati gerbang kuil Taois dan memasuki halaman yang luas.
The inner courtyard is filled with green bamboo, and a cobbled path leads through the bamboo grove to an elegant tea room in the inner courtyard.
The tea room is small, only about 30 square feet, with windows on all four sides, offering views of lush bamboo groves and mountains in the distance.
The interior is simply styled with a wooden table, a few wooden chairs, and a set of celadon porcelain teaware on the table. Steam rose from the teapot, and the aroma of tea filled the room, fresh, elegant and refreshing.
Master Yuxu invited David to sit down and personally poured him a cup of tea.
“Ini adalah teh spiritual yang diproduksi di Gua Qingyun, bernama ‘Kabut Qingyun.’ This tea is picked from thousand-year-old tea trees at the top of the mountain, and only three catties are produced each year. Mr. Chen, please taste it.”
David took his teacup and took a small sip.
As the tea entered his mouth, warm spiritual energy flowed from his throat to his dantian, circulating through his meridians and refreshing his soul.
“Nice tea.” David put down his teacup and sincerely praised him.
Master Yuxu smiled and sat opposite him.
Jiang Xuelan dan Yun Yi tidak duduk, melainkan berdiri di pintu masuk ruang teh, satu di sebelah kiri dan satu di sebelah kanan, seperti dua dewa penjaga pintu.
Only David and Teacher Yuxu were left in the tea room, sitting opposite each other.
There was a moment of silence.
David knew that Master Yuxu had not invited him just to drink tea.
He also had many questions to ask.
“Master,” David said, his purple eyes staring at Master Yuxu, “this junior disciple has many questions on his mind, and wonders if Master can answer them?”
Master Yuxu nodded. “Mr. Chen, please ask. I will answer as best I can.”
David took out a black stone from his storage ring and placed it on the table.
The black stone shimmered faintly under the light of the tea room, its surface patterns flowing smoothly, as if something was sleeping within it.
“What’s this?”
David asked, “Where did it come from? Why is this thing in my hands? What does it have to do with the Chaos Dao Palace?”
FAQ Novel
Q: What kind of natural formation is described in the chapter?
A: The chapter details a naturally formed spirit-gathering array within a bamboo forest, developed over millennia.
Q: What is the significance of the ‘Qingyun Cave Heaven’?
A: It represents the entrance to a magnificent Daoist temple, built against a mountain, where David receives a special welcome.
Join the discussion on this chapter with other readers.