Luo Shiyu left with a lot on his mind, while Li Nianfan resumed his Buddhist life.
He played the piano, planted flowers, went fishing, and when he was in the mood, he would write poems and paint to cultivate his sentiments.
On this day, he was sitting by the pond in the backyard fishing, and Dahei was lying at his feet, staring at the pond quietly.
"Strange, I put a lot of fish fry in every month, why can't I catch any fish?"
Li Nianfan held the fishing rod with his brows gradually wrinkled, and looked at Dahei with suspicion, "Did you steal it? I remember that I put a golden carp in at the beginning, but now there is no trace of it at all."
Dahei got up with a start, his eyes full of innocence, and shook his head humanely.
"It seems that I can only go down the mountain once and buy some fish fry."
Li Nianfan did not investigate further. Seeing that he could not catch any fish, he put away his fishing rod and went down the mountain.
Fishing can relax one's body and mind from the inside out and make them peaceful. Li Nianfan enjoys this feeling very much. At the same time, he likes the deliciousness of fish meat even more. Unfortunately, he can't eat it today.
"Xiaobai, you stay and guard the door."
"Okay, my dear master."
Li Nianfan took Dahei, the man and the dog, and walked down the mountain.
Although Li Nianfan has lived a secluded life for five years, he is not isolated from the world. He is not a real immortal. He will go crazy if he does not see people for a long time. The secluded mountain is not far from the city.
This city is called Luoxian City. There are many mortals in the city, and occasionally there are immortals who settle down. There have also been stories of immortals who accept people as disciples on the spot when they meet predestined people.
"Hey, Master Li is here."
"Master Li, come and try my white flour steamed buns. It's free."
"Master Li, what are you going to buy this time in the city? Please stay a while."
"Yes, I have a lot of things I want to ask you."
As soon as he entered the city, many acquaintances greeted Li Nianfan.
In the past five years, Li Nianfan occasionally went down the mountain. Although he had never cultivated immortals, he was also versatile under systematic training. Occasionally, he would impart some knowledge that would amaze people. When he met a patient, he would also help heal him. Many people in Luoxian City had received his kindness.
Li Nianfan responded with a smile, and came to the market of Luoxian City with ease, and walked to a stall that specialized in selling fish.
"Mr. Li, are you here to buy fish fry again?" The stall owner was already very familiar with Li Nianfan, and greeted him with a smile.
Li Nianfan nodded and said, "Well, give me more this time, twice the amount as before!"
"Okay!" The boss smiled and said while loading the goods, "Mr. Li, you just bought it not long ago, why do you want so much this time?"
Li Nianfan sighed and said, "Don't mention it, I clearly raised the fry in the pond, but I didn't catch a single fish."
The stall owner paused and said in a low voice, "Mr. Li, this is a little unusual."
"I think so too."
The stall owner reminded, "Mr. Li, I think it's better to be careful. There may be monsters in that pond. It's better to stay away from it."
Li Nianfan's heart bulged slightly.
Could there really be monsters?
All the fish he raised were eaten by monsters?
He felt a little weak, but he had lived in the courtyard for five years and was reluctant to move out. Besides, he would not be able to find a place to live if he moved out.
"Mr. Li, I happen to have an elephant turtle here. This kind of turtle usually stays in one place and comes out of the water every noon to bask in the sun. You can send it into the pond. If it is safe, it means that the pond is safe." The stall owner gave Li Nianfan a tip.
This is equivalent to using the elephant turtle to explore the way. If it does not come out of the pond at noon, it is likely to have been eaten by a monster.
Li Nianfan's eyes lit up, and he immediately said, "Boss, I'll buy this elephant turtle!"
"Mr. Li, if it weren't for you, my stall would have collapsed long ago. This elephant turtle is still a juvenile, not a treasure, how can I accept your money?"
In the end, the elephant turtle was given as a gift with the fry, and no money was charged.
Li Nianfan carried the fry and the elephant turtle, preparing to go back to test whether there were any monsters in the pond.
When he walked to the city gate, he found that many people had gathered here, and there were cries.
In the crowd, a middle-aged woman was lying on the ground, crying.
Li Nianfan hurriedly stepped forward and asked, "Auntie Zhang, what happened?"
This Auntie Zhang was a kind-hearted person. When Li Nianfan first came to the world of immortal cultivation, he had received some favors from Auntie Zhang.
When Aunt Zhang saw Li Nianfan, she could not help but feel a glimmer of hope and hurriedly said, "Mr. Li, you are so powerful, please save Nannan, she has been captured by a monster."
"Nannan was captured by a monster?"
Li Nianfan was shocked and full of worry.
The image of the lively and lovely little girl appeared in his mind.
He was deeply impressed by Nannan, who had two small braids and would call him brother every time she saw him. The child was an angel in itself, which was really lovable.
"Aunt Zhang, you are so anxious that you are confused. Although Master Li has many tricks, he is just a mortal. If you let him go, won't you harm Master Li?"
"I think we should not worry. Haven't the three immortal cultivators gone up the mountain? They will definitely save Nannan."
"Those three people are so magnificent that it is obvious that they are not ordinary people. Nannan will definitely be saved."
"Ah, what kind of world is this? Even monsters dare to come to the city and do evil."
Everyone discussed it. Although they wanted to help, they were powerless.
Li Nianfan pondered for a moment and said, "Aunt Zhang, don't worry. I will go and check for you and bring Nannan back!"
"Thank you, Master Li, thank you, Master Li." Aunt Zhang had more confidence in Li Nianfan than the three immortal cultivators, and hurriedly thanked them.
"Mr. Li, all monsters can use magic. It's too dangerous for you to go there."
"We are just mortals. Let's report to the Immortal Dynasty and let the immortal cultivators come to deal with it."
Many people began to persuade Li Nianfan.
Facing everyone's concern, Li Nianfan said, "Three immortal cultivators have already gone there. I just followed them to see if I can help. Thank you for your concern."
He had made up his mind. After finding out the location, he set off.
The monster fled to a mountain not far outside the city. While climbing the mountain, Li Nianfan was thinking about countermeasures in his mind.
The best case scenario is that the monster is subdued by the three immortal cultivators, and he just goes there to make a scene.
If the three immortal cultivators are not opponents of the monster, Li Nianfan tightened the jade pendant given to him by Luo Shiyu. He could only count on this thing. Luo Shiyu is an immortal cultivator, and his status should be good. He hoped that this jade pendant could have a shocking effect.
Li Nianfan did not dare to delay, let alone rest.
It is true that the monster eats people. If he goes too late, Nannan will definitely die!
"Nannan, please don't get hurt." Li Nianfan murmured.
At this time, Dahei, who had been following him, suddenly accelerated, turned into a black shadow, and ran quickly towards the mountain.
"Dahei, what are you doing? Now is not the time to make trouble. Stop!"
Li Nianfan shouted loudly, but he could only watch Dahei disappear from his sight. He couldn't help but said anxiously: "This stupid dog! Are you rushing over to give it to me?"