Xiao Ning worked for another half an hour before he managed to make breakfast for the four people. Although he was tired and sweating, he felt a warm feeling in his heart when he saw the four people eating with gusto.
Suddenly, there were some light footsteps outside. Xiao Ning turned around and saw Li Changsheng and his two apprentices slowly approaching with an exquisite wooden box in their hands. Nangong Luoyu quickly turned around and put on a mask to cover his breath. When Li Changsheng walked in front of everyone, he said apologetically:
"I'm sorry, everyone. The sect doesn't usually have a cafeteria, so I forgot that you already have the habit of eating vegetarian food. This is the food I specially prepared, please enjoy it."
After saying that, he opened the wooden box, which was filled with all kinds of exquisite cakes and fruits.
Xiao Ding smiled and shook his head to show his understanding. He knew that Li Changsheng was not being negligent on purpose, but because he had lived in the world of immortals for a long time, he had neglected the needs of mortals.
"Master, don't worry, we will handle it properly."
Li Changsheng stroked his gray beard and nodded slightly to show his approval of everyone. At the same time, he also asked everyone to relax and explore this place freely without being bound by any restrictions or taboos.
Everyone nodded to show that they understood. However, Xia Ling, who was full of curiosity, asked another question: "Uncle Li, what kind of sect is Piao Miao Xian Zong? I heard that the current sect master is actually the founder of the sect himself!"
Hearing this question, the other young people couldn't help but cast curious glances, obviously full of interest. After all, their understanding of this sect was really limited.
Li Changsheng smiled slightly, then motioned the two disciples behind him to sit down, and then slowly said: "In fact, the Piao Miao Xian Sect has only a short history of 500 years since its establishment. Compared with the Yao Chi and Shen Xiao Sects, it is still a new sect. However, because our founder is a Mahayana cultivator, the outside world has a sense of mystery about us. But in fact, we are not much different from other ordinary sects, just slightly different in strength and status."
"You must be wondering why our leader didn't take action to repel the invasion of the human race by the demons and monsters back then, right?"
Li Changsheng said this solemnly. His voice seemed to condense in the air, making everyone present feel a heavy pressure.
Everyone looked at each other, their eyes flashing with doubt and expectation. Indeed, the Mahayana cultivators have the power to move mountains and fill the sea. Their magical powers are enough to change the orbits of the sun, moon and stars, and they are omnipotent. In everyone's imagination, such beings should be able to easily repel the invasion of the demons and monsters and protect the human race from harm.
However, Li Changsheng's words were like a heavy hammer, hitting everyone's heart hard.
"Because they can't. Even though the Mahayana cultivators have the power to move mountains and fill the sea, and can change the sun, moon, stars, and do anything in the sky and on the earth, they are still human after all, not gods. Moreover, they are also subject to constraints, and that is the way of heaven!" There was a hint of helplessness and awe in his voice, as if he was telling of an irresistible fate.
Everyone fell into deep thought, and a sense of shock surged in their hearts. It turned out that even a powerful Mahayana monk was not invincible. They had to abide by the rules of heaven and could not interfere with the lives of mortals at will. This restriction prevented them from exerting their power as they wished, and they could only take action under certain circumstances.
“Because of the constraints of Heaven, Mahayana cultivators cannot interfere too much in the affairs of mortals. If they do, they will definitely be punished by Heaven. In the worst case, they will most likely die, leaving behind countless disasters for future generations.” Li Changsheng continued to explain, his tone becoming heavier, as if every word carried the weight of a thousand pounds.
After hearing this, everyone was silent, with an expression of disbelief in their eyes. They originally thought that the Mahayana monks had transcended all constraints and could do whatever they wanted. But now they understand that although their power is strong, it is still subject to constraints. In front of the Heavenly Dao, they are just insignificant existences.
"So that's how it is..." Xiao Ning sighed softly, his voice full of emotion and loss. His original admiration and respect for the Mahayana monks was now broken by the cruelty of reality.
"Yes, even Mahayana cultivators have so many constraints. It's true that there are always people who are better than you!" Bai Ziyun echoed, his eyes flashing with a thoughtful light. At this moment, everyone's perception of the world has changed dramatically. They realized that no matter how powerful a being is, they all have their own limitations and responsibilities.
Suddenly, Zhou Youniang hugged Xiao Ning's arm and asked in a tender voice, "Speaking of which, Ning'er, didn't you meet the Sect Master? What does he look like?"
Xiao Ning frowned slightly, carefully recalling what happened yesterday, and slowly said: "I remember that my master took me into a room. It was foggy and misty inside, and I couldn't see anything clearly. Suddenly, my feet slipped and I fell into a pool. When I came up, I remember it seemed to be..."
Xiao Ning closed his eyes tightly and tried to recall, but his memory was very vague. His brows were getting tighter and tighter, and suddenly, his eyes suddenly opened and he said loudly: "I saw a woman taking a bath!"
Everyone was silent for a moment, as if time had frozen at this moment. Then, someone exclaimed, "What!"
Bai Ziyun was even more shocked. He quickly grabbed Xiao Ning's collar and said angrily, "Xiao Ning, did you see it?"
Xiao Ning nodded first, then shook his head. His face was pale, and beads of sweat appeared on his forehead. He was asked incoherently and didn't know how to answer.
At this moment, a woman's voice suddenly sounded in the sky. The voice was clear and melodious, but with a hint of majesty: "So what if you saw it, what can you do?"
The sound seemed to come from all directions, making it impossible to determine its exact location. Everyone looked up at the sky, their hearts filled with confusion and fear.
When Xiao Ning recognized the voice, he widened his eyes and looked around nervously, trying to find the source of the voice.
At this moment, a tall figure suddenly appeared in the air. She was tall, wearing a white cheongsam, barefoot, and hovering in the air like a fairy.
Li Changsheng and Xiao Ding looked at the figure with surprise on their faces. They stood up hurriedly and saluted respectfully: "Master!"
Everyone suddenly realized that this mysterious and majestic woman was the leader of Piao Miao Immortal Sect.
The woman came in front of everyone in an instant, her eyes were cold and sharp, as if she could see through everything. She walked straight towards Xiao Ning, and Bai Ziyun, who was standing next to him, felt the powerful aura emanating from her and couldn't help but be shocked. This pressure was even stronger than when he met the Night King in the Demon Realm.
She stretched out her slender fingers, pinched Xiao Ning's chin, lifted it slightly, then turned to look at Chu Qian, and said in a cold tone:
"Tell me! What do you want? I have Rong Rouxue for your son."
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