Daowei
Elder Liu Wushuang, though in Wunan Pavilion, still went to refine pills with a cold face.
Throughout the entire Luoshu, he was neither as decisive as Elder Xingjuan nor as self-serving as Elder Lu Qingyun.
He guarded Danxin Peak, which had the most disciples, and was one of only two people in the entire Luoshu who could be relied upon.
As for him, Lu Qingyun... he has his own ideas and aspirations, whether he draws talismans, makes talismans, or is a person of integrity and uprightness, he will accept it unconditionally.
In terms of time, Liu Wushuang has known him for a long time.
Elder Lu Qingyun has gone from a boy to a young man, smoothing out his rough edges, to becoming the Qingyun who remains detached from worldly affairs, yet still unwilling to leave.
Liu Wushuang thought aimlessly, "That guy was clearly one of the biggest troublemakers when he was young, but... times have changed, and people and events seem less important now. Only the vague memories of his voice and appearance tug at my heartstrings."
Danxin Peak is teeming with vibrant life. Although he was not as unruly as they were before, when he stood at the crossroads of the torrent, he could vaguely see the figures of them from the past.
Therefore, he clings to the past and is trapped by his own thoughts.
Since becoming an elder, Liu Wushuang had also pondered why and how he did it.
The initial understanding was somewhat superficial, and the experience afterwards was quite heavy. Liu Wushuang found it difficult to speak, "The matter of the Demon Clan was already predetermined, but that person resolutely went to rewrite it..."
When Liu Wushuang suddenly saw Xing Juan's smiling face when he was young, it was very flamboyant and enthusiastic. At that time, the three of them were dressed in fine clothes and riding spirited horses.
Since Liu Wushuang wanted to stay in Luoshu, it was for his disciple, for his loyalty, and for himself, not just for the pie that bound him.
Like many ordinary people, he has his own unique scenery on his path, as well as his own trials and tribulations.
"Now that someone has paved the way, he, as a fellow traveler, should naturally carry on that legacy."
He wanted to light a beacon for all those who admired and desired alchemy.
He would guard the heroes of Luoshu since their triumphant return.
He must set an unwavering direction for his heart, and live on with compassion and mutual support.
Inside Wunan Pavilion, Elder Liu Wushuang of Danxin Peak stared blankly at the burning crimson flames for a while, then heard the footsteps of someone approaching from afar.
Chi Wangyue walked very fast, but not as fast as the Danxin Peak elder who refused to see anyone behind closed doors.
Liu Wushuang's decision to remain secluded and refuse to see anyone was a pre-arranged one, and no one could stop her. Even when Bai Hanxin requested to see her, she still refused.
After her failed request to see him, Bai Hanxin fell silent for a while, her mind replaying the same thoughts over and over again. The three of them did not exchange words, but remained standing guard in front of the Wunan Pavilion without any apparent difference in their demeanor.
As a lay Buddhist who rarely leaves her home, Bai Hanxin felt somewhat out of place and at a loss when she first stepped out of her lazy abode.
Under the premise that something happens without anyone knowing, one group of people suddenly rushes to solve the problem, while others are pushed into a safe zone, holding onto hope and the belief of helping each other, staying within the boundary of not going out to "cause trouble", watching with trepidation the one side that is not far away from them.
Bai Hanxin "understands, but doesn't really understand."
However, she is far from qualified to ask about or discuss the elder's heroic and fearless spirit of love.
Bai Hanxin stood in front of Wunan Pavilion for a long time.
She thought of many things, right and wrong, guesses, all intertwined, and in the end, a hint of determination settled in her eyes.
"From the moment Yan Tianhua sought her out to see her master, or from the moment the elders avoided the topic, it was all a setup. The little people were excluded from this performance, while the taller ones stepped forward to 'hold up the sky' and protect the ignorant."
Chi Wangyue looked at the figure in front of him without speaking. At this moment, actions often speak louder than words.
During their silent standoff, Liu Wushuang naturally noticed their request to see her, but she neither agreed nor gave any reply.
"Innocent people shouldn't be involved too much, otherwise it will be detrimental to both oneself and others." However, Liu Wushuang still felt a warmth in her heart when she saw Bai Hanxin's resolute appearance.
He naturally saw Yan Tianhua and Chi Wangyue from Wuqing Peak. He glanced at them casually and continued with his task, but his mind was still being pulled by the people outside the door.
Liu Wushuang closed his eyes, stood up, and a carefree and dashing image flashed through his mind. He carefully and neatly tidied himself up.
Liu Wushuang made a decision.
He believes that "choice is a peculiar thing; every time they make a choice, it leads to a different course and reveals many different possibilities."
Liu Wushuang never denied that he was "old," but she never stopped mentioning that he was "as firm as a rock."
The people on her left and right sides were also waiting with her for Liu's "appointment".
Bai Hanxin gazed at the scenery on the high platform, yet felt confined to her own small space. "Almost. But, this little bit is nothing to worry about."
Bai Hanxin walked forward step by step, and the two behind her did not stop. When they arrived in front of Wunan Pavilion, Bai Hanxin was surprised and delighted for a few seconds as the door opened automatically.
She immediately went inside, where she was greeted by three young heroes. Liu Wushuang sat at the table, glancing at Bai Hanxin before stopping to examine the two beside her.
Bai Hanxin walked straight to the opposite side of Elder Liu Wushuang.
She was not afraid. Perhaps the result of her long-term consideration was a sweet little treat. Based on reasonable speculation, Liu Wushuang would most likely forgive her for this small "mistake".
However, the situation was different now, and the two sides had different perspectives. For a moment, Liu Wushuang gently smoothed the slightly messy tufts of hair on her head.
After smoothing out the ahoge (cowlick), Liu Wushuang looked at the two young people with a very gentle attitude. "Come, let's find a place to sit down, and we can talk and ask questions as we go."
This is the world of cultivation. Once you reach a certain level in cultivation, your appearance will no longer age arbitrarily. Perhaps after a hundred or two hundred years, you will continue to age along the original path.
Elder Liu Wushuang was in the prime of his life and quite pleasing to the eye, but as everyone present had some "red apricots" (i.e., romantic relationships), he naturally didn't want to do anything that was against etiquette.
Yan Tianhua first bowed to Liu Wushuang, then asked, "Elder Xingjuan, you left on your own, didn't you?"
"yes."
Why?
"There is another reason, regardless of the result."
Liu Wushuang said slowly, "Xing Juan, he may have been planning this for a long time..."
Yan Tianhua neither replied to Liu Wushuang nor interrupted him. In an instant, Liu Wushuang understood that Yan Tianhua was urging him to continue speaking.
"The demon race is a ferocious race, and also a race unique to humans. They are born stronger and more robust than ordinary people, but their personalities are all kinds of strange."
"The Demon Realm is different; it is the territory of the demon race, a terrifying purgatory. They worship 'the strong are respected, and the weak are despised.' The victors are raised high, while the losers may become slaves underground or be killed."
"The point of contention between us humans and them is the place of survival. They live in deserts, where no grass or trees grow, in extremely barren and cold places. When they discovered humans and could seize their property, a war between demons and humans began."
"There are good demons too, but the probability of a good demon is always much smaller than the probability of randomly drawing money." Especially in the desolate and cold mountains, various demons will gradually evolve physical mechanisms or certain skills suitable for survival in order to fight against life to the end.
Humans live an exceptionally peaceful and free life, but demons are different. Demons are characterized by their possessiveness and desire for self-expression, and therefore, they frequently attack humans.
Among the human race, only the righteous immortal sects are a source of pain for them. As the saying goes, "the deeper the hatred, the deeper the love," the demon race is always very persistent. Although they are ugly, their spirit is exceptionally commendable.
“But this time, the Demon Clan… is rather strange. If they were a disorganized bunch before, now they are at least a well-organized group.” Liu Wushuang’s expression was somewhat serious; this was, at the very least, the most pressing issue for her to consider.
Yan Tianhua looked calmly into his eyes. At that moment, he thought of something, and along with that, Yan Tianhua answered herself.
"The changing situation proves that there is room for improvement in the overall space, but this change is both good and bad. When the organization is strong, it is inevitable that a leader will emerge. At the most critical moment, the role of the leader will be amplified infinitely, until it becomes a key factor affecting the entire situation."
A few scattered words reached his ears: "...We, including other immortal sects, will take action very soon. You should prepare this morning. Others don't need to; arrangements will be made when the time comes."
The "human-demon conflict" alone has already affected our survival for a period of time. In short, factors such as "fighting for land" and "struggling for power and profit" account for the majority of the problem.
They were always reserved because of their "protection," while the demons were always ruthless and merciless. Both sides walked their own narrow path, but the path became narrower and narrower. In the end, they could only rely on their own abilities to measure the space.
However, this time, there seem to be too many factors involved, and they are somewhat heavy.
Chi Wangyue felt a surge of motivation; they needed to go down the mountain again. During this time, he secretly glanced at Yan Tianhua, who noticed him. He then smiled and said, "Let's go down the mountain again."
Yan Tianhua did not answer him. He looked at Liu Wushuang seriously and asked, "Is it possible for a human and a demon to get along properly?"
Liu Wushuang paused for a moment, then smiled and patted his shoulder. "Maybe there is! You can try to push it a little. If there is a way that satisfies both sides, that would be great."
However, the abyss is a place where darkness lies both forward and backward. When such a change becomes impossible, the only solution is to suppress both sides, rendering them incapable of causing trouble or harming others…
Liu Wushuang didn't speak. He looked into the distance and murmured, "Perhaps, soon we will be able to see the road ahead. Whether it is dark or bright, we must do our best to push it toward a good ending... They have walked too many roads and experienced too many things."
After bidding farewell to Elder Liu Wushuang, Yan Tianhua and his group stood up smoothly.
Bai Hanxin immediately asked, "What are you going to do next?"
"Go down the mountain," Yan Tianhua said coldly.
Chi Wangyue agreed, "Mm." He looked at Bai Hanxin, "Together?"
Bai Hanxin gave him a light tap on the back. "Of course."
Yan Tianhua watched the two of them playfully bickering, and for no apparent reason, the atmosphere eased. "The male lead's favorability increases by five percent."
Now that they have returned to where they started, Bai Hanxin saw Gu Shuoxing and rushed over to talk to him, giving Yan Chi and the others some space to talk.
Bai Hanxin briefly recounted the events to him, vividly describing the scene, allowing Gu Shuoxing to experience firsthand the storytelling of "Bai the storyteller."
He chuckled at his own thoughts, feeling helpless. Then, Bai Hanxin discovered him, and he was caught slacking off, earning him a severe beating from Bai Hanxin.
Sometimes Chi Wangyue would lean directly on his shoulder, and sometimes she would playfully ask Yan Tianhua to carry her on his back. At these times, the favorability rating would pop up at any time: "Favorability rating increased by five percent...favorability rating increased by five percent."
With the numbers rounded up, Chi Wangyue's favorability rating with the male lead had reached "70 percent". It was advancing rapidly from 40 percent, and the further it progressed, the easier it seemed to become.
Chi Wangyue's thoughts quickly dissipated; she hadn't realized that the "variable" was caused by his own factors.
Yan Tianhua and his group set off without hesitation, carrying only a small suitcase. This time, they arrived at the wealthiest place – “Liaowu City”.
In Liaowu City, many wealthy families' sons use money to win over upper-class people. Among them, some have some connections and voluntarily join sects, such as Qu Mingzhe of the Qu family.
Behind the prosperity lay a broken and destitute existence. "As they entered the city gate, they were bumped into by an old man dressed as a beggar."
At that moment, Chi Wangyue took the initiative to check her silver.
Bai Hanxin pressed a peach wood sword against the old man's neck. "Who are you?"
The old man did not answer. He was even a little stunned, as if he had not expected that the person he was facing was Bai Hanxin. His voice was a little hoarse, but it was very clear to hear: "Tong... Jiusheng".
Bai Hanxin asked, "Your surname is Tong? I happen to have a friend whose master's surname is also Tong."
Tong Jiusheng didn't reply after that; he took the opportunity to leave.
Liaowu City has no shortage of rich people and poor people.
They are neutral figures between the lowest tier of the wealthy and the highest tier of the poor; such people are unlikely to be favored or receive extra attention.
After they entered, they discovered that Wucheng was also somewhat devoid of things.
They randomly entered an inn, where there was a demon who was very well disguised.
Yan Tianhua gave a signal with her eyes, indicating that they were all pretty much the same in terms of improvisation and abstract responses, and they didn't receive the most necessary care on the first day.
"This demon was not the legendary figure of a tiger with a bear's waist, tall and strong. Instead, he looked more like a refined young master, carrying a folding fan."
Generally speaking, the higher the level of cultivation, the more perfect the human form. Since they rarely saw any "clues", it proves that they successfully encountered the "great demon" on their second descent from the mountain.
The great demon smiled at them, "Are you new here? My name is He Wei, and I'm the eldest in my family. You can also call me He Da."
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