Zhou Yi was silent for a while in the Longxing Hall, then walked out of the room and came to a quiet courtyard.
"Elder, I don't have your ability, and all I'll leave behind is a mess."
He opened his heart here, feeling guilty for not leaving Zhou Xian a peaceful and prosperous medicine house.
At this time, war was raging and all parties were in turmoil. It was very painful to sit in the position of the elder of the medicine house.
"If I were a hundred years younger, I would fight for it again, but now I am old and frail, and there is nothing I can do."
It’s not that Zhou Yi doesn’t want to personally reorganize the troops, charge to the front lines, and accomplish the achievements made when Chen Sheng was in office, but his body is really old.
My energy and spirit are exhausted and I can’t hold out for a long battle. I’m old and can’t endure it any longer.
"Time..."
He felt the ruthlessness and mockery of time. When he was young and full of vigor, he was designated as the third-generation successor under Mr. Chen. What an honor it was. He lived a peaceful life in his prime, watching the ups and downs of the world with ease.
The most regrettable thing is that he encountered turmoil in his old age. He wanted to kill the enemy, but his peak state was gone. He was old and frail, which was very sad.
"Elder, you won't blame me, will you?"
When Zhou Yi said this, he felt uneasy. Yaolu was peaceful and prosperous when he ascended the throne, but it became turbulent when he abdicated. He felt really guilty about it.
"well……"
A faint sigh was heard.
Zhou Yi turned around, his eyes widened, and he saw an extremely incredible scene.
In front of him was a young man with a handsome face and warm eyes, giving people a feeling of being bathed in spring breeze.
"This... Elder..."
Zhou Yi would never forget this figure, but when he met him again, he felt extremely confused.
Because, separated by life and death, the two will never be able to meet again.
So much so that he thought it was just a dream.
"Zhou Yi, you are old."
Just now, Chen Sheng had an idea and came to the quiet courtyard. Seeing Zhou Yi in such a state, he couldn't bear to see his old friend die in loneliness, so he came out to see him.
"Really? This is true!"
Zhou Yi was so excited to hear the old voices again that he almost cried for joy. He didn't expect that he would be able to see the senior he respected most at the last moment of his life.
"Back then, I faked my death and escaped. I entered the Black Abyss Prison, practiced with great concentration, and finally broke through to the Golden Core Realm."
Chen Sheng's heart was also moved, with some sighs, and he vaguely recounted what had happened in the past two hundred years. There had not been any great ups and downs. He had lived in seclusion in the Black Abyss Prison, and had achieved the Golden Elixir through hard practice.
"Hahaha……"
This was undoubtedly heavenly music to Zhou Yi, and he couldn't help but burst into laughter, saying, "That's great!"
The elder is not dead yet and has cultivated the golden elixir. This is a great blessing for Yaolu and Guangxiu Immortal Sect. As long as the news gets out, the entire border area will be shaken.
"The Immortal Sect is in turmoil, but it can hold on. There is no need to worry."
Mr. Chen knew that although the Guangxiu Immortal Sect seemed to be in a precarious situation, as long as the Golden Core True Person was not lost and the foundation was solid, it would not be overthrown.
"Now that the elder has achieved the golden elixir, the Immortal Sect's foundation is solid, so there is nothing to worry about."
Zhou Yi also thought about this clearly, and after putting aside his worries, he said, "After me, the elder of Yaolu is Zhou Xian from the Zhou family. Should we let him come to meet him?"
He was a little unsure about this.
At that time, Zhou Huang died young, and the direct lineage of Zhou Lie was cut off, but the Zhou family adopted their youngest son into the Zhou Lie lineage and respected Chen Sheng as the ancestor.
Whether to admit it or not is all up to Chen Sheng.
"Let's meet. The situation is chaotic and I have to coordinate enough forces to maintain order."
Chen Sheng nodded. He wanted to take control of the power of the Yaolu Zhou family, the Black Abyss Prison, and part of the Law Enforcement Hall, and make plans for the border areas.
If necessary, they could also use Chen Ergou's name and, with the prestige of the Golden Core True Man, decide the direction of the Guangxiu Immortal Sect in one fell swoop.
"Come quickly!"
Zhou Xian received such a message.
"What happened? Is Elder Zhou Yi dying?"
He hurried over, thinking about various reasons in his mind, but he had no general idea. He just felt that the burden on his shoulders was heavy.
Unfortunately, Zhou Yi is old and has to make decisions on everything since he sits in a high position, so there is a lack of a smooth transition.
"Who is this?"
When he arrived at the quiet courtyard, Zhou Xian saw a strange young man. He was puzzled and glanced at Zhou Yi.
"Zhou Xian, kneel down and kowtow quickly."
Zhou Yi's words were earth-shattering. When Zhou Xian's face changed drastically, he continued, "He is your ancestor!"
To recognize one's ancestors and establish one's status, one really has to kowtow.
"Ancestor?!"
Zhou Xian was stunned for a moment, his mind was still not clear, but he knelt down and kowtowed, saying: "Disciple Zhou Xian, I pay my respects to the Grandmaster."
From childhood to adulthood, people around him have been talking about the ancestor, and every time they mention him, they all show reverence.
In this atmosphere, he dared not be disrespectful. Even after learning about the kind of person the ancestor was, he was even more respectful and proud of him.
"I've heard that you went to the border and built fortifications. You're a hero. It's okay to call me the ancestor."
Chen Sheng recognized Zhou Xian. When the Guangxiu Immortal Sect was in turmoil, he showed great responsibility and went to the border in person to build fortifications and resist foreign enemies.
"Since Master Zhou Lie, the Zhou family has maintained a very strict family tradition and would not dare to damage the reputation of our ancestor in the slightest."
Zhou Xian was overjoyed. With Chen Sheng's nod, they had connected the broken cause and effect. It was not only the status, but also the comfort and confidence in their hearts.
"It's nothing serious that I asked you to come here today, just to meet you."
Chen Sheng had a gentle expression and was not too arrogant. He said, "If you have any doubts about cultivation in the future, you can come to the Black Abyss Prison to find me."
This is his disciple, who is highly talented and has good character. If he is well cultivated, he may be able to inherit all his knowledge of alchemy in the future.
Afterwards, he had no more worries in his heart and floated away.
"Ancestor, you are truly a true practitioner of the Tao."
Zhou Xian watched them go.
This ancestor lived an upright life and was a decent person. He never did anything that distorted his mind.
In tranquility, he cultivated the elixir of immortality and was supportive to his old friends and the children of future generations. He was a gentle and compassionate person who truly practiced cultivation.
…
At the gate of the Black Abyss Prison, there was a man guarding it. It was Chang An. He was handsome, like a graceful young man, but at this moment he seemed a little anxious.
"Uncle Chen, my father is critically ill and wants to see you... for the last time."
He raised his eyes and saw Chen Sheng's figure. He hurried forward and told him some bad news.
"well……"
Mr. Chen sighed. Today, human emotions were complicated and chaotic, with cries of sorrow being heard frequently. His heart was not at peace.
The two of them set up a light of escape and came to a small hill. There was a small courtyard on the top that looked elegant, but it also revealed a sense of sadness.
"I'm running out of steam. I can't do it any more."
In the room in the yard, Mr. Chen saw Chang Silu. His blood and energy were declining, and the light in his eyes was extremely dim. He was no longer able to use his magic power to fight.
"Brother Chen, you are here."
Chang Silu saw what Chen Sheng was thinking, but he was not discouraged. He said, "It's my destiny, and it's my choice. I don't blame the heavens or others."
From then on, he killed demons, killed evil spirits, and killed all those with dark thoughts. Even if he was covered in wounds, he never regretted it.
Even now, he still says the same thing: no regrets.
"I will look after Chang An after you leave."
Mr. Chen knew what was on Chang Silu's mind, so he agreed directly. The cause and effect and human relationships in the Guangxiu Immortal Sect were endlessly entangled, and this one was not the only one that mattered.
"In this way, I feel at ease."
Chang Silu smiled, a little grateful, turned to the young man beside him and said, "Chang An, remember your kindness, and don't disobey me in the future."
The wings that enabled him to practice the Great Dao were given to him by Chen Sheng. Without the Taibai Western Classic and the Xuanhuang Qi Condensation Technique, even if his mind had undergone a transformation, the road would still be difficult.
Now, he is about to die, and his final concerns are also dealt with by Mr. Chen. This kindness can never be repaid.
"Chang'an remembers his father's teachings."
Chang An said seriously.
"good……"
There was a response, which gradually became weaker until it completely dissipated.
…
In the next five days, Mr. Chen attended two funerals, one for Chang Silu and the other for Zhou Yi.
When both died, they were both very peaceful. One had no worries about having children, and the other was recognized and had a happy mind. They died with a long smile.
"You two are now at peace."
Mr. Chen was half joking and half serious. The world of the living is complicated and involves many aspects that must be considered.
Just like the current situation, he has to be extremely cautious and think carefully.
The Guangxiu Immortal Sect is surrounded by enemies on all sides. The Langya Immortal Sect and the Zixi Immortal Sect have already torn their faces apart. The attitudes of the other two major immortal sects are unclear, but it goes without saying that there are murderous intentions hidden.
After all, his fighting power was still not strong enough to defeat the four sects, so he had to resort to other means.
The opportunity to break the impasse now lies not within but outside. We must win over one or two allies in order to stabilize the precarious situation.
"Guangxiu Xianzong Chongming Patriarch, fled at the sight of the enemy, what a coward."
Suddenly, a piece of news came like a hurricane, blowing across thousands of miles of the border area.
Since it involves the Guangxiu Immortal Sect and even more so the Golden Core Immortal, there are naturally countless people who are investigating it in depth.
"Ancestor Chongming and Ancestor Xuanjing of the Langya Immortal Sect fought at Tianlong Mountain. When Ancestor Xuanjing was ten miles away, he saw him from a distance and thought he was an immortal. He knew he was no match for him and fled back immediately."
The beginning and end of the incident finally became clear.
It's just unexpected that someone as majestic as the Guangxiu Immortal Sect and as strong as the Jindan Zhenren, who should have been sacred and dignified, ended up playing the image of a clown.
For a time, there were many different opinions and rumors, and countless eyes were cast towards the Guangxiu Immortal Sect, hoping to get a response.
…
Medicine house.
"The truth of this matter can determine the rise and fall of the Immortal Sect?"
Zhou Xian, the newly promoted to the throne, was feeling uncertain. The Golden Core True Man was the foundation of the Immortal Sect. Once the foundation was shaken, no matter how prosperous it seemed, it would be destroyed in an instant.
Therefore, countless people and forces are paying attention to the attitude of Guangxiu Xianzong.
"Fortunately, the ancestor is a Jindan Zhenren."
If Zhou Xian had not been able to meet the master before Zhou Yi's death, he would have been very anxious at this moment. However, he learned that the master had already transformed into a Golden Elixir True Man. With such strong support, the Guangxiu Immortal Sect would at least not be overthrown and could be more calm.
He responded to the reports from various camps one by one, telling them to remain calm and not to worry too much.
…
The Black Abyss Prison.
"These few days, those opponents are going to jump up and down."
There was a fierce light flashing in Kuang Mengting's eyes. He had fought with the Langya Immortal Sect and the Zixi Immortal Sect many times and knew the temperaments of those people. They would seize the pain points and attack Dark Blade hard.
"Who spread the news? It disgusts our Guangxiu Immortal Sect."
Chang Qinghua was indignant. They could not influence the decision of the Jindan Zhenren above, but the enemy released this news obviously to undermine the prestige of the Guangxiu Immortal Sect.
“How should we deal with ourselves?”
Lu Xinghou said.
"If we need to fight, we should fight. Don't bother with it."
Yang Li was the leader of the group. He waved his hand to reassure everyone and added, "The warden is here to take care of everything."
A thousand words are not as good as one sentence.
Sure enough, when Mr. Chen was mentioned, everyone fell silent.
If the sky falls, there will be tall people to hold it up, and they all have faith in Mr. Chen, so they are no longer worried about this matter.
"Is this true?"
Outside, Mr. Chen looked up at the sky, also puzzled.
…
"Fake! This is fake! Taoist Xuan Jing from the Langya Immortal Sect is such a piece of shit."
In the Patriarch Hall of Yiyuan Peak, a gray-haired old man was jumping with anger. The truth that was widely spread in the outside world was actually a lie and a distortion of right and wrong.
At that time, he sensed something was wrong in front of Tianlong Mountain. The so-called decisive battle was a one-on-one, but there was obviously more than one Jindan Zhenren on the mountain.
The minimum number of people is two, and there are vaguely three or four people.
He suspected that Taoist Xuan Jing of Langya Immortal Sect had colluded with Jindan Zhenren of Zixi Immortal Sect and was secretly trying to kill him.
In addition, the other two major sects also had evil intentions, and they wanted to take advantage of the situation and cooperate to destroy him.
"I'm not afraid of death, but I can't just die like this."
After jumping up and down, Taoist Chongming, the strongest foundation of Guangxiu Immortal Sect, calmed down. He was no longer arrogant or domineering, but just a little lonely.
He is the only Jindan Zhenren left in the Guangxiu Xianzong. Once he dies, the foundation of thousands of years will collapse in an instant.
"These bastards have interrupted the luck of my Guangxiu Immortal Sect."
After he felt depressed, he started to curse the Jindan Zhenren of the four major immortal sects, without a trace of harmony between fellow practitioners.
There is certainly a reason for this.
Four hundred years ago, the Guangxiu Immortal Sect was at its peak. There were two Golden Elixir True Immortals in charge of the sect. They also met the peerless genius Chen Ergou, who formed a golden elixir with them and consolidated their luck. It was like adding fuel to the fire. How prosperous the sect was.
Later, Chen Ergou was plotted against and his foundation was destroyed. He was forced to flee to the border area. Another Jindan Zhenren in the sect died of old age, making him the only ceremonial guard in the sect.
To this day, he is old and his golden elixir is gradually failing. The other four great sects are planning to repeat their mistakes and swallow up the foundation of Guangxiu Sect.
"Break the situation? I need to find an ally."
After much deliberation, Taoist Chongming chose the same path as Chen Sheng, which was to find allies and stabilize order.
However, the four great sects were united, and the Guangxiu Sect became a thorn in their eyes, but no one was willing to lend a hand.
"If he doesn't ally with me, I will die with him."
Taoist Chongming was furious. He thought that if he waited any longer, he would be like boiling a frog in warm water. He was not without the courage to risk everything.
Choose any immortal sect and force you to become an ally. Under the threat of self-destructing your golden elixir, you will not dare to refuse.
(End of this chapter)