Water elemental became a god, ultimately becoming the master of heaven, earth, mountains, and rivers

Chapter 53 Divine Arts, Immortal Destiny Through the Heart (Please continue reading!)

Chen Shunan's words and actions left Shui San'er speechless.

That awareness, that courage!
No wonder he's old Chen, who climbed his way up in the capital and even climbed the social ladder... Master Chen!
Flattery and expressions of loyalty are both done with such integrity and honesty!
Oh no, is it too late for me to rush over and offer my treasure now?
But with my meager few taels of silver, even the master wouldn't look down on me!

Many people looked at Chen Shunan's retreating figure with envy.

Some people looked on with disdain, unwilling to associate with Chen Shunan.

Lin Shouzhou squatted to the side, took out the safflower oil he carried with him, and silently wiped the bruises on his fist.

Upon hearing this, he couldn't help but twitch at the corner of his mouth, as if he were seeing Chen Shunan for the first time, scrutinizing Chen Shunan's back from all angles.

Lin Shouzhou, whose mind was filled with qi, blood, and muscles from practicing boxing, would never have come up with such rhetoric.

Chen Shunan had thought it through very clearly.

Although he paid money to get into the water pit back then, he was able to successfully occupy the spot only because of his connections with the Zhang family!

But it must be said that since Chen Shunan started delivering water in Weiheng Street, he has been living a respectable life.

With the shade of big trees and a powerful backing, he managed to acquire a fairly spacious house within just a few years.

Anyone who wants to make things difficult for Chen Shun'an should think twice about the 'bad reputation' of Shuiwozi for sticking together for warmth and holding grudges.

Over the years, Zhao Guangxi has never made things difficult for Shui San'er, who works under him. His monthly allowance, salary, and various benefits are paid on time, and he even sends gifts through intermediaries when people have weddings or funerals.

Although he rarely appears in public, he's very protective of his friends and family when something happens.

Zhao Guangxi himself is a top-notch expert with many years of experience. He is from Shun County in Ji Province. His ancestors had made contributions to the founding of the dynasty, and he has a profound background and extensive connections.

For Chen Shunan at present, this is an extremely powerful ally.

You need to hold on tight!

Therefore, Chen Shunan's words were not entirely against his conscience.

But how much of it was genuine emotion...?

It's probably because they mixed alcohol into the water.

On the stone seat.

Zhao Guangxi felt a little smug, and his gaze towards Chen Shunan softened.

There are plenty of people who flatter him, but I've never seen anyone do it as subtly yet profoundly as Chen Shunan.

In particular, Chen Shunan was very perceptive and understood the importance of sitting in a row and sharing the fruits.

Invite them to meals, behead them, and take them in as dogs. This is the true word of the Holy Dynasty.

Chen Shunan, who has grasped this principle, is very worthy of being nurtured!
Unfortunately, he's getting a bit old.

Thinking of this, a hint of regret flashed across Zhao Guangxi's eyes.

He laughed heartily.
"Old Chen, put all these things away..."

Zhao Guangxi's gaze lingered on Li Tanqi for a moment, then his tone suddenly changed, and he said,
"This item is more of a curse than a blessing for you, but I'll accept it for you. As for the rest, you can decide for yourself."

Zhao Guangxi remained calm, grabbed Li Tanqi, thought for a moment, and said,

"Since this item has passed through your hands, it's only right and proper that I tell you about the matter of the immortal destiny. Please wait a moment..."

After saying that, Zhao Guangxi stepped down from the stone seat.

Immortal fate?

Chen Shunan's eyes narrowed sharply, and a wave of shock surged through his heart.

Even though he already had a guess in his heart, Chen Shunan was still somewhat surprised when Zhao Guangxi confirmed it.

A connection to immortals?!
And what followed was lingering fear!
That kid Ahua, he's really good at hiding his true abilities!
Fortunately, Chen Shunan was cautious and did not act rashly and go to the door alone. Instead, he promptly used Shuiwozi as a powerful ally.

otherwise……

He estimated that he would have to reveal 80-90% of his strength to kill Xiang Zhe, Zhuang Kun, and Ahua.
Too risky!

Zhao Guangxi moved with lightning speed, rising like a nimble cat, passing in front of Chen Shunan, and standing before the crowd.

Chen Shunan looked closely and noticed that Zhao Guangxi's breathing was long and deep, his veins throbbing, his heart pounding, and his blood flowing in unison, with a strange sense of rhythm. When still, he was like a lazy cat, and when moving, he was like a summer thunderclap.

In this stillness and movement, the movement twists and turns in an instant, without any hindrance.

It subtly aligns with some profound truth, giving Chen Shun'an the feeling of listening to Scholar Ma reciting the Martial Arts Scripture.

It was just much thinner and more insignificant. Even so, this was something Chen Shunan hadn't noticed in Yang Lu, the Sick Tiger; Yue Ting, the Hunyuan Umbrella; and Zhou Qing, the Jade-Faced Duck.

Zhao Guangxi's strength is probably considered strong even among first-class cultivators.

"Master, how many thieves have you killed?"

Chen Shunan was curious.

……

"Brothers..."

In front of everyone, Zhao Guangxi said some polite words of concern and praise after the war, which made Shui San'er look tired and yawn frequently.

Fortunately, it was getting late, and Zhao Guangxi noticed everyone's impatience. After saying only a few words, he changed the subject and asked...
"Which brothers used hidden weapons and tricks to capture Ahua just now?"

After all, it was a deep night with many shadowy figures around, and Zhao Guangxi had not yet killed the 'Eye Thief,' so he couldn't see who the person was.

Shui San'er looked at each other, but no one answered.

Chen Shunan also looked confused.

Then, he suddenly noticed a strange gaze, like the tip of a needle, falling on him.

Chen Shunan suddenly looked up and saw Zhou Qing smiling at him, her eyes like water, rippling with spring waves.

Chen Shunan felt a chill in his heart, but forced a smile and cupped his hands in greeting to Zhou Qing.

It's likely that Zhou Qing had already arrived at the mill and had a clear view of everyone's movements.

It was obvious that Chen Shunan's lightness skill and finger techniques far surpassed those of a second-rate beginner.

Fortunately.

Chen Shunan secretly felt a sense of relief.

Fortunately, he had already decided to conceal six-tenths of his abilities and reveal only four-tenths of his strength. Tonight, he only exposed about 30-40% of his lightness skill and actual strength.

They weren't afraid that Zhou Qing would leak it.

Seeing that no one answered, Zhao Guangxi shook his head and told everyone that he would treat them to a second-class meal at the Bazhenlou Restaurant in the west of the county in two days. Then he waved his hand, signaling everyone to leave.

Ahua was taken back by Sun Xiao.

Manager Li glanced at Ahua and sighed.

Gravel wells are dying out, with no one to carry them on.

……

After everyone left, only Zhao Guangxi, Zhou Qing, Chen Shunan, and Lin Shouzhuo remained at the foot of the Kui Xing Pagoda.

Because Lin Shouzhou took the lead and suffered the chill of the cold wind at close range, he was considered a "destined one" by Zhao Guangxi and was thus spared.

Zhao Guangxi got straight to the point.

"As the saying goes, 'The arts of immortals are inherently without creation; if one is not destined to find them, one cannot seek them out.' The so-called 'fate of immortals' refers to the various objects left behind by immortals during their travels in the mortal world, objects that cannot be judged by common sense yet possess wondrous and miraculous uses..."

Zhao Guangxi said in a low voice,

“A connection with the immortals can be a book, a grain of sand, a talisman from a Taoist priest, or even a table, chair, a birdcage, or a pipe… If you are not destined to be with them, you will not know their true nature and wonder even when they are right in front of you. If you are destined to be with them, even if you are thousands of miles apart, they will fall into your hands.”

At this point, Zhao Guangxi weighed the Litan flag in his hand.

The flag did not flutter in the night wind; it seemed to be fixed in place, the triangular command flag taut and straight.

"If it weren't for Ah Hua, who cut down wood and led the way, and used this thing in front of you, even if this Li Tan Banner were placed in front of us, we would only think it was an ordinary object and not recognize its true appearance."

Upon hearing this, Lin Shouzhou looked thoughtful.

Is the destiny of immortality really such a subjective thing?

Chen Shunan pondered for a moment, then suddenly asked,
"Then, what constitutes fate?"

Upon hearing this, Zhao Guangxi chuckled a few times and said,
"Either be like Ahua; or be like you and me now, after all, treasures belong to the virtuous. Moreover... the prerequisite for all predestined relationships is that you know and are certain that it is a predestined relationship with the gods, only then can it be."

A moment later, Zhao Guangxi got into the sedan chair and left. Zhou Qing disappeared into the darkness and was quickly out of sight.

Only the last sentence still echoed in Chen Shunan and the other man's ears.

"The uses of immortality are varied, but all of them are detrimental to one's fate. If one's birth chart is not in harmony, it can cause minor injuries or even life-threatening harm... You must be careful."

(End of this chapter)