Chapter 236 - Travel
Tie Niu nodded vigorously: "I know! Big Brother! I won't be too ambitious! I just want to hone my skills! If I meet someone I can beat, I'll beat them. If I can't, I'll run away! I promise not to bring shame to the sect!"
Xie Zhao looked at the determined light in Tie Niu's eyes and knew that once this bull made up its mind, no nine-headed dragon could pull it back.
He sighed, stood up, walked over to Tie Niu, and patted his sturdy arm: "Alright, go if you want to. The sect will always be your home, come back when you're tired. Be smart out there, don't be stupid and trust everyone. If you encounter trouble that you can't solve, remember to send a message back, and the brothers and sisters will come to support you!"
Upon hearing this, Tie Niu's huge eyes turned slightly red and he nodded heavily: "Yes! Thank you, Second Brother! Thank you, First Brother!"
Chu Linyuan took out a sword talisman from his storage ring and handed it to Tie Niu: "If you are in danger, crush it."
Then he looked at Xie Zhao and said, "Prepare enough elixirs and talismans for him."
"Don't worry, senior brother!" Xie Zhao immediately got busy and began to stuff Tie Niu with various things for saving his life, healing his wounds, and escaping, while constantly reminding him of precautions.
A few days later, Tie Niu said goodbye to everyone, carried his huge Guixu Dragon Spine hammer, looked back every few steps, but walked down the God Burial Abyss with determination, and embarked on his own road of experience.
The sect seemed to have returned to peace, but everyone was growing and changing in their own way.
Chu Linyuan and Xie Zhao stood in front of the mountain gate, looking in the direction where Tie Niu disappeared.
"Brother, do you think this stupid cow can do it?" Xie Zhao was a little worried.
"You have to walk your own path." Chu Linyuan said calmly, holding Xie Zhao's shoulders. "He will come back."
Moreover, it will become even stronger. He did not say this out loud.
The setting sun stretched the shadows of the two people very long, snuggling together, warm and firm.
A few days after Tie Niu left, Guixu Sect seemed to be shrouded in a faint sense of separation, but it was soon dispelled by more vigorous vitality.
Chu Linyuan and Xie Zhao knew that the sect needed to continue to develop and could not stand still. They began to guide the remaining disciples more carefully, especially those who showed potential in battle.
Chu Linyuan still didn't say much, but his guidance was often to the point.
He would stand on the sword platform and watch his disciples practice, occasionally uttering a simple syllable - "fast", "steady", "change", but it could instantly awaken the confused disciples and make their moves suddenly clear.
He would occasionally demonstrate a few moves himself. Although the cold sword intent only revealed the tip of the iceberg, it had already made all the disciples fascinated and their enthusiasm for cultivation was unprecedentedly high.
Xie Zhaoze made full use of his expertise as "logistics minister" and "theoretical mentor".
He opened a temporary lecture hall on the basics of talismans, explaining the principles and practical applications of runes in a vivid and interesting way, and even organized a "Talisman Innovation Competition" to inspire his disciples to open their minds.
He also took Su Tang with him to compile some of the experiences from this trip to Kyoto into a book, which was added to the Sutra Library as a teaching material for the sect's disciples to understand the outside world and learn how to deal with complex situations.
Under their careful guidance, the overall strength of the sect has steadily improved and the atmosphere is positive.
Guixu Town at the foot of the mountain is becoming more and more prosperous, and its ties with the sect are becoming closer, forming a virtuous circle.
One day, Xie Zhao was thinking about how to distribute a batch of newly harvested spiritual ores in the warehouse when Chu Linyuan came over.
"Senior Brother? Is there something wrong?" Xie Zhao looked up and saw Chu Linyuan holding a piece of animal skin that looked like a map.
Chu Linyuan handed him the animal skin: "Take a look."
Xie Zhao unfolded it and saw that it was a detailed map that marked the mountains and rivers of the Central Plains and its surrounding areas, as well as the approximate distribution of sects and forces. There were also several points circled in red ink on it, which seemed to be... a tourist route?
"This is..." Xie Zhao's eyes lit up instantly and he looked at Chu Linyuan in surprise.
Chu Linyuan's expression remained calm, and his tone was even: "I promised you before. The sect is now stable, so you can leave for a while."
"Really?! Brother, you're so kind!" Xie Zhao almost jumped up in excitement and hugged Chu Linyuan's arm. "When do we leave? Where do we go first? I heard there's a mermaid market on the coast of the East China Sea. It's so fun!
The sunset in the Western Desert is said to be like molten gold! The Hundred Thousand Mountains in Southern Xinjiang are home to the most rare and exotic animals! The snowy plains of the Northern Border may be cold, but they have ten-thousand-year-old ice lotuses!
Looking at Xie Zhao's excited and incessant appearance, a barely perceptible smile appeared in Chu Linyuan's cold eyes. He let him pull him to plan excitedly, nodding or shaking his head occasionally.
However, the joy of the upcoming trip was soon diluted by another farewell.
Yunzhi found Bai Xiaolu on the hillside they often visited, which was covered with small blue flowers.
"Xiaolu," Yun Zhi's voice was still cold, but with a subtle hint of reluctance, "I... am leaving."
Bai Xiaolu was teasing Bunny when she heard this. She suddenly raised her head, and her clear eyes instantly filled with tears: "Sister Yunzhi? Why? Is there something wrong with the sect? Or is it me..."
"No, it's not." Yun Zhi interrupted her quickly, gently wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes, and said in a much softer tone, "Guixu Sect is good, and you are even better.
This is the warmest place I've felt since I've been away. But... I have things I must accomplish, responsibilities I must face...
She didn't elaborate, but the determination and a hint of helplessness in her eyes showed her resolve. Her identity seemed to be more than simple, with her own mission and ties.
Although Bai Xiaolu was extremely reluctant to let go, she was kind and sensible and knew that Sister Yunzhi had her own difficulties.
She held back her tears and nodded vigorously, "Yes... I understand. Sister Yunzhi, you must take good care of yourself! When you're done, be sure to come back to see me! Guixu Sect will always be your home!"
Yun Zhi looked at the innocent and kind girl in front of her, who was like a younger sister to her, and felt a surge of warmth in her heart. She hugged her gently and said, "Of course I will come back. Xiaolu, you must be strong too, and grow up happily."
Just when Bai Xiaolu had not yet completely recovered from the sadness of Yun Zhi's departure, Xie Zhao came running over excitedly and announced the news that he and Chu Linyuan were going out traveling.
"Xiaolu! Su Tang! Uncle Chen! The sect is temporarily in your hands! We're going out to play... uh, travel and explore for a while and then be back!"
Xie Zhao tried to make his tone sound more relaxed, but when he saw Bai Xiaolu's big eyes suddenly covered with mist again, his heart still skipped a beat.
"Brother Chu...Brother Xie...Are you guys leaving too?" Bai Xiaolu's voice was tinged with tears, as if she had been abandoned. Sister Yunzhi was gone, Brother Tie Niu was gone, and now even the two brothers she relied on the most were leaving...
Xie Zhao panicked and quickly squatted down to comfort him, "Hey, little deer, don't cry, don't cry! We're not not coming back! We're just going out for a walk to see if there's anything delicious, fun, or useful for the sect! It'll be quick! Seriously!"
Chu Linyuan also walked over and looked at Bai Xiaolu, who was about to cry. He was silent for a moment, then reached out and gently patted her head. His movements were a little stiff, but they carried a soothing force: "Don't worry. The sect is here, and we are here too."
At this moment, the Moon-Eating Rabbit in Bai Xiaolu's arms moved, blinked its ruby-like eyes, and suddenly broke free from her arms. It jumped to the ground, and its body quickly grew larger in a soft starlight, turning into a giant rabbit the size of a foal, with fluffy silver hair and a crescent moon mark on its forehead!
It rubbed the white deer's cheek affectionately with its big furry head, making a gentle "purring" sound, as if to say, "Don't be afraid, I'm here with you."
This sudden change stunned Bai Xiaolu. Even Xie Zhao's eyes widened: "Wow! Bunny, you can grow bigger?!"
The Moon-Eating Rabbit glanced at Xie Zhao proudly, then continued to nuzzle the white deer with its head to convey comfort.
Feeling Rabbit's affection, Little White Deer smiled and hugged its big head, burying its little face in its soft fur. It said sullenly, "Well... I still have Rabbit, Tangtang, and Uncle Chen... I will take good care of the sect!"
Su Tang also hurried over and put her arm around Bai Xiaolu's shoulders: "Yes, Xiaolu! And me too! Let's work together to make the sect better! When the brothers come back, we'll give them a scare!"
Seeing the two little girls encouraging each other, Chu Linyuan and Xie Zhao looked at each other and felt a little relieved.
A few days later, Yun Zhi left quietly one morning, leaving behind only a jade talisman and a word "take care".
After a few days, Chu Linyuan and Xie Zhao had packed up and were ready to set off.
Xie Zhao specially put Gungun, who was chewing bamboo shoots, into a special spirit beast bag. The little guy seemed to be looking forward to the trip, and his dark circles were full of curiosity.
In front of the mountain gate, Su Tang and Bai Xiaolu came to see off Tutu, who had turned back to his original form, and Uncle Chen.
"Brother! Remember to bring me some local specialties! Especially photo stones and interesting gadgets from all over the place!" Su Tang waved her hand.
"Senior Brother Chu, Senior Brother Xie, have a safe journey and come back soon." Bai Xiaolu said goodbye obediently. Although there was still reluctance in his eyes, he was much more determined.
Uncle Chen was still as slow as ever, and said hoarsely, "Come back soon."
Chu Linyuan nodded slightly. Xie Zhao agreed with a smile: "Got it! I promise to complete the task! You all have to be good too!"
With a flash of light, Chu Linyuan and Xie Zhao disappeared in the teleportation array.
The core management of the huge Guixu Sect seemed to have become much emptier all of a sudden, leaving only two half-grown girls, Su Tang and Bai Xiaolu, and an unfathomable old man who swept the floor all day long.
Su Tang took a deep breath, placed her hands on her hips, and shouted towards the empty mountain gate, "The Guixu Sect Women's Group has officially taken over! Please watch our performance next!"
Bai Xiaolu was amused by her and hugged Bunny tightly, with a glimmer of growth in his eyes: "Senior Sister Su, let's get started!"
The rabbit also made a "coo" sound to show its agreement.
New challenges, and also new opportunities for growth, lie before them.
And the wanderer who travels far will eventually return with a full load after experiencing trials and tribulations. The story of Guixu Sect has opened a new page in the midst of separation and watchfulness.
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