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What kind of father personally goes to his daughter's home to arrange a marriage? That's too embarrassing and shows too much eagerness.

Madam Zhu sighed, "Don't blame your father. There's no other way. Things have been tough lately, so your father had to come to the Ma family in person to discuss things. Matchmakers are always a barrier, and there are many things that can't be said directly."

"Oh," Zhu Yingtai responded softly. "I don't have anything to blame, but it's still a bit bad that Father lost face."

"Let's not talk about such unpleasant things." Madam Zhu's mood improved, and her voice suddenly became cheerful. "Speaking of this matter, it's really bizarre. Your father came to their door in person, but the Ma family said—rather than betrothing you to the Ma family, it would be better to give you to a Daoist master."

"Give it to a Daoist master?" Zhu Yingtai's heart trembled. What kind of bizarre practice was this?!

"Uh... your father was furious when he heard that." Madam Zhu recounted the events vividly while combing her hair. "However, the Ma family head later sent something that completely changed your father's mind."

At this point, Madam Zhu paused in her hand and took something out of her sleeve.

"This is it!"

"The Great Brightness Mantra?" Zhu Yingtai took it, somewhat surprised. "What is this? Father has never believed in these things. Could it be that he believes in it because it was given to him by the Ma family? Or is it that only by siding with the Ma family can he get them to form a marriage alliance with our Zhu family?"

“No.” Madam Zhu shook her head. “You read it once first, and then we can continue. You probably won’t believe me if I just say it without any explanation.”

“I believe everything my mother says, how could I not believe her?”

Zhu Yingtai's voice was very soft, without any emotion, like a duckweed swaying in the wind, which could be blown away by a gust of wind.

“This incantation is indeed very beneficial. You should recite it first.” Madam Zhu knew that her daughter harbored resentment, so she did not force her. She simply said softly, “Mother has no reason to lie to you about this matter.”

Zhu Yingtai nodded and began to murmur softly.

She had been feeling utterly hopeless, but as she chanted the incantation, a sudden burst of light descended upon her heart, making her feel as if she were walking under the sun, surrounded by light.

It was as if this gloomy world had been illuminated by light.

The people were all smiles; there was no more suffering, and everyone was free.

“That’s great!”

After reciting the incantation once, Zhu Yingtai felt completely relaxed, and her previous gloomy mood was swept away. Only then did she have the mind to carefully examine her own condition.

Upon closer inspection, she was stunned.

"This incantation is truly so miraculous!" Zhu Yingtai exclaimed in amazement. "It can not only cleanse the mind of impurities but also strengthen the body. Could there really be a wondrous method to achieve immortality in this world?"

Taoism originated in ancient times, with the Huang-Lao school of thought. Huang refers to the Yellow Emperor, who authored the Yin Fu Jing.

Taoism originated in the Eastern Han Dynasty, and Zhang Daoling founded Taoism based on Taoist thought.

The concept of immortals originated in the Warring States period between the two.

By the Eastern Jin Dynasty, the belief in immortals had become very popular.

Cultivating immortality and refining elixirs were well-known among powerful families, and people frequently died after consuming them.

"There is no true immortal technique in this world," Madam Zhu shook her head. "This technique comes from beyond this world!"

After saying that, he recounted the whole story.

With the Great Brightness Mantra to gain people's trust, Zhu Yingtai listened with extra attention.

"Mother, since that Daoist is a deity, is it really possible for me to be chosen by him?"

"And even if we are selected, it's unlikely that the Gu family will be taken care of."

Madam Zhu smiled and said, "You don't need to worry about this. It's good if the Zhu family can be taken care of, but if not, just take care of yourself. As long as you stay by that Daoist Lord's side, the Ma family will certainly not mistreat our Zhu family."

“Mother is right.” Zhu Yingtai nodded gently. “I agree to this matter. Mother, please have Father reply to the Ma family.”

Madam Zhu was overjoyed. She finished combing her daughter's hair before leaving.

"If there are immortals, why do they not care about the suffering of the world? Are immortals just clay or wooden sculptures?" After Madam Zhu left, Zhu Yingtai looked up at the sky, a ray of sunlight shining through the window onto her calm eyes, and softly uttered a shocking statement.

Chat group.

Ma Wencai: "I've already reached the True Qi Realm, so can I now rule the world?"

Su Xiaoxiao: "Of course you can. You don't have any extraordinary powers over there, and your current level is already sufficient."

Umaru: "Uh, didn't Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai turn into butterflies in the end? Isn't that supernatural power?"

Hu Yifei: "Even so, how strong is it?"

Ma Wencai: "That's true. There's another matter. Zhu Yingtai admires the Daoist's demeanor and wishes to go to the Great Luo Heaven to serve him. I wonder if that's possible?"

Su Xiaoxiao: "Zhu Yingtai admires Brother Taixuan. Is this another instance of your Ma family doing good deeds?"

Umaru: "Haha, you ancient people are really peculiar, you really liked giving things away. Li Shimin did it, and the Ma family did it too..."

Li Shimin: "Because intermarriage was common in ancient times!"

Su Xiaoxiao: "I'm a little curious, so why didn't men have marriage alliances in ancient times? No, it should be called a peace marriage!"

Zhao Kuangyin: "In ancient times, when dynasties changed, the princes and grandsons were usually wiped out to prevent them from being used by those with ulterior motives. Sending princes to marry into foreign tribes is an operation only you modern people could come up with. It's like handing the nuclear button to the enemy. With the right to rule the Central Plains, the enemy can attack at any time and inherit your Central Plains empire. This is too dangerous!"

Li Shimin: "That's right. You know Wu Zetian, right? Just because she used her nephew to marry a foreign ruler instead of her son, she was beaten badly by the Later Turks!"

Su Xiaoxiao: "Huh? Wasn't Wu Zetian supposed to be very happy with her son? Why is she still concerned about this!"

Hu Yifei: "No, what she cares about isn't her son, but the national identity. If she marries her son to the Turks, she, as emperor, will lose her authority, suffer national humiliation, and how can she continue to rule the country?!"

Hu Yifei: "In addition, the princes of the Li Tang dynasty had the right to inherit the Tang dynasty. The Later Turks could use the princes' name to launch an attack on the Great Zhou and inherit the Tang dynasty's foundation. You should know that the Later Turks were quite powerful at that time, with hundreds of thousands of troops. If they sent a prince there, it would not be a marriage alliance, but rather the creation of a terrible enemy, an enemy who could rightfully inherit the Tang throne."

Li Shimin: "There is a point. Princes are educated in the art of rulership from a young age and are extremely sensitive to politics. Foreign leaders are not comfortable keeping such people by their side. If he becomes too clever, he may stage a coup. Sending a prince there, are you trying to make peace or to annoy people? It will not only fail to improve relations between the two sides, but may even worsen them."

Su Xiaoxiao: "I understand. Because princes have the right of succession, they are easily manipulated, and they are skilled in political maneuvering. They are inherently unstable factors, like a time bomb. They are not friendly to the Central Plains royal family or foreign leaders!"

Zhu Yuanzhang: "There is another point - the princesses sent for marriage alliances may not be princesses, but may be daughters of the imperial family or ordinary palace maids. The emperor does not feel sorry for them when he sends them away."

Su Xiaoxiao: "Wang Zhaojun: You're talking about me!"

Xiaomai: "After saying all this, is Brother Taixuan willing to let Zhu Yingtai come over?"

Su Xiaoxiao: "Yeah, yeah, that's the key point! @Zhang Taixuan"

Zhang Taixuan: "Why not!"

Umaru: "Ah, Tai Xuan-gege has become Ma Wencai! [Shocked]"

Ma Wencai: "?? I've become an adjective?!"

Zhang Taixuan: "What's all the fuss about? Zhu Yingtai hasn't even met Liang Shanbo yet, so there won't be any tragedy. That's why I'm willing! Otherwise, do you think I'm going to be the villain?"

Su Xiaoxiao: "Don't you know them?"

Ma Wencai: "The two did not know each other. Miss Zhu had been unmarried for a long time."

Su Xiaoxiao: "Then everything's alright!"

Chapter 416 Zhu Yingtai's Journey of the Heart, The Great Changes in the Eastern Jin Dynasty (1/5, Please Subscribe)

Daluo Heaven.

Within the Qiankun Cauldron, a purple gourd condensed, and a rune rose within it, radiating immense divine power before finally receding.

Zhang Taixuan waved his hand gently, and the gourd flew into his hand.

This gourd, inside and out, whether it's the runes or the shape, was forged by him and is exceptionally close to him.

It was created with a spiritual quality and a friendly aura.

Zhang Taixuan unleashed his magic power, and after only a short while, the gourd was refined to the point where he could control it at will.

“The Great Law of the Gourd is formed by the convergence of seven kinds of innate spiritual light, so you shall call it the Seven Treasures Gourd.” Zhang Taixuan gently stroked the purple gourd, feeling its joy, then shrunk it and hung it on his waist.

"Zhu Yingtai has arrived too. I've heard so much about her, why don't we go and meet her!"

With a wave of his hand, he tidied up the quiet room, and with a thought, he was already in front of the portal.

The next moment, the portal opened, and a woman dressed in a very formal manner stepped out.

"Who are you?" Zhu Yingtai asked Zhang Taixuan. "Could it be that you are Lord Daojun?"

“That’s good.” Zhang Taixuan nodded. “Miss Zhu has too many questions in her heart. Why don’t you come with me for a walk in the Great Luo Heaven, and we can talk as we go?”

"Then I'll have to trouble you, Daojun." Zhu Yingtai bowed gracefully, her expression gentle.

Half a day.

Zhu Yingtai finally understood the chat group and the Tai Xuan Realm.

"So, Daojun can't interfere in my world?" Zhu Yingtai asked, somewhat disappointed.

Zhang Taixuan laughed and said, "It's not impossible, but it's unnecessary. If you want Ma Wencai to treat the Zhu family and the people of the world well, I can just say the word. I believe he will still give me that face."

"Thank you, Daoist!" Zhu Yingtai felt joyful, as if she had accomplished a mission.

Zhang Taixuan clapped his hands, summoning two fairy maidens.

"This is Miss Zhu. You will serve her from now on."

After that, he turned around and left.

Zhu Yingtai was somewhat surprised and asked in a low voice, "Does the Daoist Lord not favor me?"

"That depends on Miss Zhu's wishes," the fairy explained softly. "The Dao Lord is no ordinary person. If you are unwilling, he will not force you."

"Yes. Of all the lord's wives, not one of them dislikes him!"

"Miss, just stay here in this Great Luo Heaven. In time, you will naturally see people's true colors and know the Lord's character."