Chapter 132 Duobao Becomes an Apprentice
Tongtian was stunned to see the double standards on the spot. "Is it really that different?" He ignored his second brother's request to leave, but returned to Kunlun on his own initiative when Chang Hao called him.
"Tongtian, your second brother has already gone back. You can tell me what you have to say now." Chang Hao was very curious about what secret Tongtian had to tell him.
"Chang Hao," Tongtian grabbed a corner of Chang Hao's sleeve to prevent Chang Hao from running away if he refused, and went straight to the point: "I love Duobao very much and intend to take him as my first disciple. Please, can you help me make this happen?"
“It’s up to Duobao to choose his master; I have no right to make that decision for him,” Chang Hao said, pulling back his sleeve in refusal. Before Tongtian could feel disappointed, he changed the subject, “However…”
"What?" Tongtian pressed.
"If he is willing, I will grant his request. Whether it succeeds or not is entirely up to him." Chang Hao smiled, Tong Tian was dashing and bold, and Duo Bao was optimistic and easygoing. If the two could become master and disciple, they would surely get along well.
Hmm... It's more harmonious than worshipping Yuanshi as a teacher.
"You said those words, Chang Hao. If Duobao agrees, you can't go back on your word." Tongtian beamed with joy.
"Of course not." Chang Hao reassured Tongtian, "It's Duobao's good fortune to be able to become your disciple. I'm overjoyed for Duobao."
"Just you wait, I'll get Duobao to agree." Tongtian was full of confidence, not believing that he, as a saint, couldn't find a disciple.
As soon as Tongtian left, Changhao summoned Duobao. He knew exactly what Duobao was thinking.
"Mountain Lord, Duobao is here."
"Duobao, sit down." Chang Hao tried to create a relaxed atmosphere rather than giving orders between superiors and subordinates.
Upon hearing this, Duobao sat down at the lower end of the table and waited quietly for Chang Hao's instructions.
Chang Hao: "Duobao, in the blink of an eye you have followed me for many years. Over the years, Lishan has been managed by you. I would like to say thank you."
"Mountain Lord, Duobao has benefited greatly from Lishan. Without you, there would be no Duobao today. Moreover, Yaochi is also getting the hang of things. In recent years, it has been Yaochi who has been busy." Duobao had a bad feeling.
"Duobao, you don't need to be modest. Even without me, you will shine in your own way." Chang Hao only provided Duobao with a safe haven and occasionally gave him a few pointers; he really didn't do anything else.
Duobao remained silent; his gratitude was something he didn't need to constantly express, he knew it himself.
“There is now a sage, a man of unrestrained and magnanimous character,” Chang Hao began, praising Tongtian, “who intends to take you as his first disciple. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, Duobao. I am not here to persuade you to become his disciple, nor to order you to do so. I simply want to tell you…”
Chang Hao looked directly at Duobao and said, "Tongtian is really good. His path is also very suitable for you. You must trust my judgment. Don't resist it or worry about Lishan."
Chang Hao is adept at handling affairs, and he can come up with solutions to some decisions just by looking at them, so he doesn't find it particularly tiring.
Given Tongtian's temperament, after Duobao becomes a disciple, he will likely take on most of the affairs of the Jie Sect, and his future will be much brighter than it was in Lishan. Before Laozi and Yuanshi take on disciples, Duobao may also need to take a look at the affairs of Kunlun Mountain...
“I don’t want to leave Lishan,” Duobao said, lowering his eyes. “If I leave Lishan, I will never be able to come back.”
Whether Lingbao Tianzun is good or not, Duobao has eyes and will naturally see; it's not like he doesn't recognize him.
"What nonsense are you talking about? Lishan is your home. You left home to become an apprentice. Even weary birds return to their nests. You only became an apprentice, not been sold to Lingbao Tianzun." Chang Hao slowly explained the differences, helping Duobao to resolve his inner conflict.
“Think it over carefully in this quiet room. The Mountain Lord won’t harm you,” Chang Hao said, lifting his foot to leave. But then he hesitated, “Lingbao Tianzun is extremely capricious. He will likely come looking for you soon. You must think it over carefully and not act impulsively, or you will regret it later.”
Chang Hao left after saying those words. To be honest, Chang Hao really didn't want Duobao to miss the opportunity to become the chief disciple of the Three Pure Ones.
Duobao was deeply shocked. Would a sage really lower himself to accept him as a disciple? With some hesitation, Duobao waited for Lingbao Tianzun to descend from the sky on a full moon night.
"Do you recognize me?" Tongtian asked with a smile, his demeanor aloof, arrogant, and haughty.
"Duobao greets the Sage." Duobao bowed respectfully. Shangqing Tongtian was a frequent visitor to Lishan. Duobao had entertained him many times, so how could he not recognize him?
"I believe you already know the purpose of my visit, Duobao. What do you think, Duobao?" Tongtian was confident. Three days ago, Chang Hao acted as his intermediary in the quiet room, and he had heard everything clearly from the sidelines.
“Lishan is Duobao’s root…” Duobao politely declined, “Duobao has great respect for the mountain lord, and will definitely return if the mountain lord summons him in the future. So why would the sage not care?”
Duobao couldn't help but tell the truth: if he were to become an apprentice and then be asked to disregard the safety of Lishan, Duobao couldn't do it.
“I understand. Duobao is a man of deep feelings and true character. Rest assured, Lord Li and I are close friends. If he is in trouble, I will not stand idly by. I may even have to order my disciples to lend a helping hand.” Tongtian understood that the matter was settled.
"Do you know that Yuanshi Tianzun once intended to take me as his disciple?" Duobao couldn't help but remind Tongtian, so that if he accepted him, Yuanshi Tianzun might be displeased.
It must be said that in Duobao's heart, he had a higher liking for Tongtian than for Yuanshi.
“I know, but you refused, didn’t you? A good disciple is hard to come by, and I don’t want to miss out on one.” Tongtian was full of sincerity. Could his second brother be as unconventional as him? With his rigid personality, it was obvious that he couldn’t.
"Duobao of Lishan can only ever hide under the wings of Venerable Changhao, unable to protect Lishan from the wind and rain. Duobao, the senior brother of Jiejiao, will become the leader of a sect in the future, a powerful figure who can command the wind and rain in the prehistoric world. Duobao, you are a smart man."
Tongtian's words struck a chord deep within Duobao's heart. Now that all the sages of the primordial world have emerged, Lishan, because of its good relations with the Three Pure Ones, has temporarily deterred the demon race, the witch race, and the two Western sages from daring to make a move. But what about later?
Saints are high above, and feelings will only gradually fade. How long can good friendships from before becoming saints last? Lishan is rich in resources, possessing the four seas and many famous mountains. Even saints would be tempted by it.
"I guarantee that there will be no change after you become my disciple. You can stay in Lishan if you want, go to the East Sea if you want, or live in Kunlun if you want. I will grant you your freedom."
"Really nothing will change? Even if I still manage the affairs of Lishan, that's fine?" Looking into Shangqing Tongtian's sincere eyes, it would be a lie to say that Duobao wasn't tempted.
But the mountain lord had saved his life and taught him a lesson, so it was impossible for Duobao to abandon Lishan. Lishan was like his home; his roots were already there.
"Of course, as long as you can manage, Chang Hao won't mind." Tong Tian really didn't care.
Nothing has changed. What Duobao did in Lishan will still be the same when he goes to Kunlun, as long as Duobao can manage.
"Please consider this carefully..." Tongtian walked away slowly with his hands behind his back, his back exuding an imposing and awe-inspiring presence that inspired the utmost respect and admiration.
Although Duobao was intelligent and quick-witted, he was still a junior, and it was inevitable that he would be moved by Tongtian's sincerity.
Think about it, if a sage is willing to visit you at night, wouldn't Duobao be ungrateful if he didn't agree?
"Duobao greets Master." Duobao immediately knelt down and became his disciple.
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com