A moment later, Gong Yao brought Xiang Sheng to the ancestral hall behind the village.
"My Gongjia Village was originally a large tribe with countless practitioners. Later, we suffered a crushing defeat in a tribal war and moved here."
Gong Yao showed emotion on her face as she softly recounted the glorious history of the Gong family.
She reached out and removed the talisman that sealed the door, made way for it, and continued:
"Originally, only the high priests of all generations were qualified to enter the ancestral hall, but since you are an honored guest, please come in."
Xiang Sheng glanced at Gong Yao with a half-smile and walked in.
A layer of cold sweat broke out on Gong Yao's forehead.
The senior's glance just now seemed to have seen through her thoughts.
But now that things have come to this, it is too late for her to regret, so she can only bite the bullet and give it a try.
She wiped the sweat off her head and followed him in.
The ancestral hall is closed all year round, but it does not feel dark. The yellow silk flutters and the scent of sandalwood can be smelled.
The long table in front of the cushion in the middle was filled with tablets of the Gong family's ancestors.
Next to the incense burner below the tablet, there is a yellowed jade talisman covered with black lines. Ordinary people will feel dizzy when they see it.
Gong Yao lit three incense sticks, bowed to his ancestors, and said in his heart, "Gong Yao is an unfilial descendant."
Then she inserted the incense thread, took a deep breath, picked up the black jade talisman, turned around and came to Xiang Sheng, knelt on her knees, and presented the jade talisman with both hands:
"This jade talisman is the inheritance of the Way of Talismans. I wish to use this talisman to exchange for the method of physical cultivation. I hope that Senior will grant me this!"
Xiang Sheng laughed when he heard this:
"You gave this to me in front of your Gong family ancestors. Aren't you afraid of being blamed by them?"
Gong Yao shook her head: "The Dao of Talismans is profound. I have studied it for sixteen years and only just grasped the basics.
It is precisely this little bit of information that makes the younger generation realize that the art of talismans cannot save our Gong family.
Under the suppression of the Fate Talisman, the tribe members are physically weak and have short lifespans. They can only continue to reproduce to continue the family line.
Gong Yao showed a bitter expression: "A family like this Gong can't withstand even the slightest storm.
If I, the high priest, die, my clan will be wiped out in no time.
If we can use the body cultivation methods of our predecessors to help, the lifespan of our clan members will definitely be extended, and they will also have some ability to protect themselves.
My Gong family will be able to continue to hold on, I beg you to help me!"
After Gong Yao finished speaking, she raised her hands again.
Xiang Sheng glanced at the black jade talisman, still unmoved, and said calmly:
"Since you know that nothing can happen to the High Priest, why did you still go to the Hunyuan Secret Realm? Guarding a small piece of land can also protect your Gong family."
Seeing that she still refused to accept the black jade talisman, Gong Yao was not disappointed, but felt more at ease.
If the senior was a greedy and dishonest person, he would have taken the jade talisman and left the moment she presented it to him.
If you are more ruthless, you might even kill people to silence them!
Now that the senior is reluctant to accept the jade talisman, it just shows that he has a noble character and does not make promises easily.
This time, she made the right bet.
Gong Yao was relieved in his heart, and his tone became more determined: "This junior has practiced for many years, and too much Yin energy has accumulated in his body. Even if he doesn't go, he won't live long.
The ancient books left by our ancestors mentioned that there were treasures everywhere in the ancient roads.
Ownerless true essence can be used to make essence stones to replenish the energy of talismans; ownerless vital energy can also be used, but it will be more painful to use.
In addition, the ownerless true essence can also add to the villagers' cultivation and prolong their lifespan.
If we can return with a full load, our Gong family will be able to hold on for a while longer, and the risk will be worth it."
After saying this, Gong Yao suddenly felt his hands empty.
She immediately looked up in surprise: "Senior, you agreed?"
The girl's almond-shaped eyes sparkled, as pure as crystal.
Xiang Sheng looked at him and curled his lips slightly, "I have cleared most of the Yin energy in your body, and you are no longer short-lived.
The inheritance of talismans in this jade slip is not simple. Even I feel frightened when I see it.
You now have enough time to comprehend, and once your realm is elevated, it will be even less likely for you to die.
One day, you may even be able to use the art of talismans to destroy the master of the Demonic Heavenly Palace and replace him as the most powerful person in the Earthly Underworld.
Such an opportunity is right in front of you, are you really going to give it up?"
Gong Yao's eyes widened in shock, and she couldn't help but waver in thought. However, she soon regained consciousness and shook her head decisively.
"Even if what the senior said is true, I don't want to live alone in this world."
Xiang Sheng was unusually stunned when he heard this.
"Alone..."
She murmured, a smile gradually appearing in her eyes.
She originally just wanted to get enough information about the Underworld from Gong Yao, and at the same time fabricate an identity that would allow her to walk normally in the Underworld.
But now, she has changed her mind.
"I accept this jade talisman. However, I will not pass on the way of physical cultivation to you."
Gong Yao's expression suddenly changed when she heard this. Before she could say anything, Xiang Sheng said, "Gong Yao, are you willing to become my disciple?"
As soon as these words were spoken, Gong Yao seemed to be struck by lightning and froze in place.
Did she...did she hear it right?
The senior actually wants to accept her as his disciple?
The monks in the big cities would only choose disciples who were five or six years old. She was rejected when she went to become a disciple at the age of ten, so she could only figure it out on her own.
Now she is already twenty-six years old...
"Why don't you speak? Don't you want to?"
After Xiang Sheng finished speaking, he smiled suddenly, "Indeed, one must be cautious when becoming my disciple. You don't even know my name."
She reached out and pulled Gong Yao up, "My last name is Xiang, and my given name is Sheng.
His identity is somewhat complicated. He used to walk in the cultivation world of Dongzhou, and now he is a sword master of the Wanmai Sword Sect in Xizhou, using the alias Chen Li.
I have made many enemies. If you become my disciple, there will certainly be dangers, but there will also be many benefits.
For example, I will solve the dilemma facing your Gong family."
Gong Yao was stunned when she heard the word "Xiang Sheng".
Xiang Sheng, the Earth God of Dongzhou!
This name, like the "Demon Palace", is known to everyone in the underworld.
The people of their Earthly Underworld have long hated the Demonic Heavenly Palace.
In the underground war over a hundred years ago, the Demon Palace suffered heavy losses. How could it not be talked about?
She grew up with the old priest, listening to the legend of the East Continent God.
Now the legendary figure was standing before her, even saying that he wanted to take her in as his disciple...
Am I dreaming?
Gong Yao was in a trance. She pinched herself hard, and then immediately woke up from the pain. Her voice was hoarse:
"Xiang Sheng...you...you are the Earth God of Dongzhou?!"
Xiang Sheng looked slightly surprised: "You know me?"
"Of course I know!"
Gong Yao was so excited that she couldn't contain her excitement. "Your reputation has long been known throughout the entire Underworld! That great battle back then is still being talked about in the streets and alleys of the city."
Xiang Sheng suddenly realized and chuckled, "Then are you still willing to worship me?"
Gong Yao knelt down without saying a word, her voice clear and firm:
"Please bear witness to the Gong family's ancestors as I, Gong Yao, your unworthy descendant, become your disciple today.
Master, please accept my disciple's greetings!"
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