Great Red Immortal Sect

Chapter 123 Farewell

Luo Qing, the sky is still dark, it is still a starry night.

This morning, Liu Xiaowen was about to leave and go to the East China Sea with Zhang Yu to find his wife.

The candlelight flickered as Xu Xuan sat at the table, counting the items he had purchased for Xiao Wen's journey.

Xu Xuan spent a huge amount of money to buy the three foundation-building talismans from Qinglifang and Duwangcheng. He consumed a lot of foundation-building spiritual objects, and the sect's treasure house was now quite empty.

[Qingyun Escape Talisman] can make a person turn into a blue cloud and escape far away in an instant. The speed is comparable to that of a foundation-building cultivator who is good at escape techniques. It can be used three times in total and is a great life-saving talisman.

【Ben Yuan Fu】, can borrow a wisp of Dao fire, rise up a sea of fire, with strong killing power. If used, it will be difficult to resist during Qi Refining, but it has little effect on Foundation Establishment, and can only interfere a little. It can be used twice.

[Yin Yang Shen Talisman], protects the Dharma body and repairs injuries. It is equivalent to the foundation-building moves of "Gui Shui" and "Ji Tu" that are good at healing and nourishing. It can be used three times. Except for the broken Qi Sea and the injury to the Dharma body, all can be repaired.

As for the remaining supplies, Xu Xuan had prepared them early on, which were roughly enough for Xiao Wen to practice to the ninth level of Qi Refining, and were placed in a mustard seed-shaped object shaped like a ring.

He took out a jade slip and two spirit beads, which were given to him by Zhang Yu. Originally, this person wanted to give all four to him, but Xu Xuan thought about it and did not accept them all. He let Zhang Yu and Xiao Wen each hold one for self-protection.

The effectiveness of Qi-refining to drive the foundation-building magic tool is not great, and the difference is not that great compared to the high-grade Qi-refining magic tools. With Zhang Yu and Liu Xiaowen's cultivation level, it is already the limit for each person to activate one spirit bead, and they also have a means of self-protection.

There are two spiritual beads in Xu Xuan's hands. One is clear white and warm when held, which means life. The other is sky blue with the sound of waves. They are the two beads of "Hua Shui" and "Han Shui".

"Ren Water" represents lakes and marshes, which are good at getting trapped. "Kan Water" represents rivers and waterfalls, which are good at flowing. Liu Xiaowen and Zhang Yu each hold one, which has the greatest effect.

The jade slip recorded a "Binghuo" skill, which was of the fourth grade and different from the scroll in the sect. It was called "Yan Yun Xing Shi" and was extremely ancient. The methods and secret techniques discussed in it were mostly different from those of today.

There are two fourth-grade spells and one third-grade spell in it. The "Heavenly Fire Eternal Light Sutra" in the sect also has only one fourth-grade spell, which is not as mysterious as it.

This technique, when cultivated into the immortal foundation, becomes [Zai Xing Yan], which can restore order, revive the country through martial arts, and has infinite power and benevolence. It is similar to [Jiang Lei Ze], and has the ability to extend a domain for one's own use.

"This immortal base's power is so strong, it contradicts Zhang Yu's suicidal nature."

Xu Xuan had already copied a copy and asked Xiao Wen to take it for contemplation, so he was not worried about the problem of magic.

"Both Bing and Li fire have the image of an emperor. Li fire is currently in the Great Li, so which dynasty is Bing fire in?"

In today's world, ancient history is vague and missing. These records are only found in the Taoist scriptures of some immortal sects. How can ordinary people know about them?

Xu Xuan came back to his senses and took out the items he had obtained outside Qinglifang, the two talismans that Feng Chi had, and two pieces of yellowed rice paper with two talismans written on them with ink.

One was the "Xiao Lei" [Water Mine Messenger Talisman], which could command spirits and gods and invigorate their power, while the other was the "Shen Lei" [Rainbow Slashing Talisman], specifically designed to counter the likes of Fa Guang. Both talismans were Qi Refining-level, but their practicality was perfect for Fa Yan's contemplation. However, drawing the talismans required spiritual objects of the Shenxiao and Xiaodao realms.

Gradually, bright light came in from outside the hall. As the morning light appeared, Xu Xuan came back to his senses and realized that he had been sitting there all night. He pondered for a while, summoned his magic power, took back the objects, and walked out of the hall.

Walking out, Xu Xuan looked towards the east. Wisps of light appeared, and gradually a few people came here riding the wind.

Wang Xiwei and Wen Sian were the first to arrive, and they were all silent. After a while, Qiyun and Gaoxia came here, and their faces were also not very good.

Finally, Xiao Wen arrived, riding on a red cloud with a smile on his face. He landed and greeted everyone one by one.

Xu Xuan handed the mustard seed in his hand to Xiao Wen and gave him a few instructions. Wang Xiwei and Wen Sian both looked worried.

Wang Qiyun took out a magic sword, the Fire Tiger Fang, which was now a top-grade Qi Refining Sword, emitting a red precious light all over. Liu Xiao thanked him and then accepted it.

Zhang Gaoxia forced a smile and looked at his junior fellow apprentice.

"Master, Uncle Master, Aunt Master, Xiao Wen is leaving."

Liu Xiaowen knelt down and bowed respectfully to the three elders, saying in a low voice:

"Thank you, Master, for leading me on the path to immortality."

Then he stood up and looked at Wang Qiyun. They smiled at each other. Liu Xiaowen said with a smile:
"Brother, wait for me to come back and let me teach Chengyan how to practice."

"it is good."

Wang Qiyun held Liu Xiaowen's hand and said softly:
"But come back, everyone will be waiting for you."

Turning to look at Zhang Gaoxia, Liu Xiaowen's expression became more serious and he said in a deep voice:
"Senior Sister, wait until I complete my foundation building."

Zhang Gaoxia only smiled faintly at this moment, but his eyes were misty, and he said softly:

"What foundation building? Just come back."

"I will come back, definitely."

After saying this, Liu Xiaowen waved goodbye and left decisively. He rode on the red cloud and met Zhang Yu who had been waiting outside Luo Qing. His figure gradually disappeared.

Xu Xuan felt an unprecedented urge at this moment. He wanted to call back this disciple and tell him not to look for any fragments, but to practice in peace, whether he built the foundation or not.

He had a premonition that after this trip, he might not see her again for many years.

Xu Xuan took a few steps forward, but finally stopped and said in a low voice:

"Go back."

Everyone looked gloomy and dispersed. Xu Xuan entered the hall and began to retreat.

Outside Luoqing, the sky gradually brightened.

Zhang Yuyu stood outside the mountain gate, his expression much calmer. Ever since he learned that his wife might still be alive, he seemed like a different person, with a more tenacious temperament.

A red cloud came from Luo Qing. Liu Xiaowen called out from afar, and in an instant it arrived in front of Zhang Yu.

"Thank you, fellow Taoist!"

Zhang Yu's voice was sincere. The other party was willing to leave the mountain gate and accompany him to the East China Sea. Zhang Yu was naturally grateful for such chivalry.

Liu Xiaowen just waved his hand. He also had his own plans and just said softly:

"Let's go now." Zhang Yu nodded, and the two of them rode on the cloud.

Now they have to go to the East China Sea first, crossing most of the Li Kingdom. Zhang Yu has been wandering all the way from the East China Sea to Chiyun, which took him six years. I don’t know when the two of them will be able to reach the East China Sea.

Liu Xiaowen took a last look at Luo Qing and Bai Gang, feeling a little reluctant.

His grandfather, Liu Shengshui, was so old that he could no longer recognize Liu Xiaowen. Yesterday, when he returned to Baigang, the old man saw him and only asked in a daze:
"who is it?"

Liu Xiaowen visited the grave of his parents, asked Liu Fanhe to take care of his grandfather, and then left.

'Now that we're apart, I'm afraid...'

Liu Xiaowen was speechless, but Zhang Yu beside him said softly:

"Fellow?"

Liu Xiaowen came back to his senses and looked towards the eastern sky. The morning sun was just rising and the sky was bright with rays of light.

"go!"

He said loudly, and a red cloud rushed towards the east.
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Eastern Esoteric Buddhism, Lingyuanye.

Some white miasma drifted in from Wuhuang, covering the border. If you climbed to a high place and looked far away, you could occasionally see some barbarians fighting.

A thin young man stood quietly beside the miasma, suddenly raised his head and looked over, motionless, as if he saw something.

Following behind him were three disciples who had all come here to collect spiritual objects and catch spiritual insects. Seeing that the true disciple in front of them suddenly stopped, the three disciples looked a little suspicious, but did not dare to ask too much. They just followed and waited.

The miasma suddenly dissipated, and the true disciple of Fa Yan turned around. His bright yellow pupils flickered like a demon, making the people who followed him nervous.

"True Dharma?"

"Shhh."

Xu Fayan made a gesture of silence and looked into the distance at the red cloud dispersing in the sky.

He felt something, as if he had noticed something. His expression gradually became subtle, and he said in a low voice:

"I'm going back to the mountain. You guys should retreat as well."

After he finished speaking, Xu Fayan rode on a cloud of sand and rushed towards Luo Qing, leaving behind several of his disciples, who looked at each other in bewilderment.

When Xu Fayan returned to the mountain, he had already vaguely sensed that something was wrong. He wanted to meet his master, but Xu Xuan had already gone into seclusion. He wanted to find someone to ask, and somehow he flew down to Ruixue Peak on the wind.

This peak is where Zhang Gaoxia lived. It got its name because a cold air accumulated on the peak and the top was covered with snow.

Zhang Gaoxia's residence is located halfway up the mountain, surrounded by flowers and plants, and is a small courtyard.

"Sister."

Xu Fayan knocked on the gate and shouted.

The courtyard gate opened, and a woman in a green skirt appeared. It was Zhang Gaoxia. She was a little depressed at the moment, with red eyes.

"What brings Fayan here?"

Zhang Gaoxia's voice was low, not as lively as usual.

"I was working in the Eastern Esoteric Sect, and something struck me. I returned to the mountains. The elders were either in seclusion or missing. What happened?"

"Come in first."

Zhang Gaoxia opened the gate and invited his junior fellow apprentice in. The courtyard was exquisitely decorated, with elegant furnishings. In the middle of the courtyard was a small pavilion, surrounded by rugged rockery and clear springs.

Zhang Gaoxia led this fellow apprentice to sit in the pavilion. He was silent for a while, and after thinking for a while, he spoke:

"Xiao Wen has left the mountain gate to travel far away on some business. I'm afraid we won't see each other for many years."

Upon hearing this, Xu Fayan's expression changed slightly, his eyes drooped, and he took out a silver token, [Soul Swallowing], which was the one given to him by Liu Xiaowen.

He seemed to have taken off his disguise, and a look of sincerity appeared on his face. He said in a low voice:
"I see."

He did not ask why he was not told earlier. The master had his own decision and there was no need to say more.

But soon, the sincerity on his face disappeared, his eyes became darker, as if he was planning something.

"Senior Brother Xiao Wen has left, and Master is in seclusion. Has anyone been arranged to take care of Senior Brother's affairs?"

Liu Xiaowen is in charge of the affairs of Wangqi Hall, and also serves as the chief lawyer. He is in charge of extremely important affairs in the sect.

Xu Fayan spoke softly and looked at Zhang Gaoxia, his yellow eyes brightening slightly.

Zhang Gaoxia's face showed some displeasure when he heard this. He stared at him and said,
"Your senior brother just left, and his future is uncertain. Is this all you care about?"

Xu Fayan's expression did not change, his eyes did not show any sign of retreat, and he said in a deep voice:
"Even though the person is gone, the matter remains, so it's natural that there must be a conclusion."

"Junior brother, I'm afraid you're asking the wrong person. This matter has nothing to do with me. You can leave now!"

There was no trace of relief on Zhang Gaoxia's face anymore. It was the first time that Xu Fayan saw this senior sister like this. She seemed to be really angry.

After saying this, Zhang Gaoxia went straight into the room where he practiced Buddhism and said nothing more to Xu Fayan. The atmosphere around them turned cold.

Xu Fayan just smiled, not being irritated by the words. He walked briskly out of the courtyard.

As he walked out of the courtyard, he suddenly felt a sense of melancholy in his heart. He had never felt this way before, and it made him feel a little annoyed for the first time in a long time.

He quickly put this emotion behind him and started to think again in his mind: what was the situation in the sect after Senior Brother Xiao Wen left?
(End of this chapter)