Lao Tzu is Ji Gong

As night falls, the city of Chang'an is dimly lit!

In the quiet hall, Li Xiuyuan, disguised as Wutian, sat high in the main seat, intently watching the two people below.

One of the men was a fat man dressed in fine clothes, looking very wealthy. His round belly resembled that of a woman eight months pregnant, and his chubby face had eyes that darted around.

The other person was dressed in a blue robe, like a scholar. He was tall and thin, and on the surface, he appeared to be a refined and cultured man with elegant manners. A smile was on his fair and thin face, and an uninformed person would mistake him for a frail middle-aged scholar.

If you look closely at his eyes beneath his thick eyebrows, you can see the evil, cruel, and sharp light within them, with a ring of purple light around the pupils, making them eerie and terrifying.

Fat Jia stepped forward and said in a deep voice, "This subordinate, An Long of the Heavenly Lotus Sect, greets the Demon Lord."

As he spoke, he stepped forward and knelt down on the ground.

The scholar in blue robes said coldly, "Xi Ying of the Extinction of Emotions greets the Demon Lord."

His face twitched slightly, clearly indicating that he had suffered a considerable injury, perhaps from being attacked by the Evil King.

Li Xiuyuan's face lit up with a wicked light as he smiled and said, "Evil King, I did not choose the wrong person. You brought him here so quickly. He is the successor of the Heavenly Lotus Sect and the Path of Extinction of Emotions."

He paused, then said, "No need for such formalities, you two!"

Three days had passed since Li Xiuyuan subdued Shi Zhixuan. He did not disappoint his own expectations, bringing people from the Heavenly Lotus Sect and the Extinction Path within three days, and even making two of them submit to him.

First, let's talk about An Long. He's the most famous fat merchant in Sichuan and Chongqing. In ancient times, agriculture was valued more than commerce, leading to merchants being ostracized by mainstream society. His other identity is the leader of the Heavenly Lotus Sect of the Demonic Path!

Chapter 33 Anlong and Xi Ying

He has also mastered the sect's supreme mental cultivation technique, the "Heavenly Heart Lotus Ring," and has a junior brother, Fu Gongyou, who now roams Danyang and has a close relationship with Du Fuwei.

Moreover, Anlong was originally the Evil King's subordinate, so the so-called subjugation was just for show.

Secondly, there is the scholar in blue robes, Xi Ying, the successor of the Dao of Extinguishing Emotions. He once fought against the Overlord Blade Yue Shan and the Heavenly Blade Song Que. He was chased by Song Que for thousands of miles and fled to the Western Regions. After mastering the Purple Qi Heavenly Net, he swept back with his might.

With the Evil Emperor's Relic about to be born, he would definitely not miss this treasure of the Demonic Sect. He came to Chang'an City, but was discovered by Shi Zhixuan, who then used it as his pledge of allegiance.

The two engaged in a fierce battle, but Xi Ying was no match for him and ultimately surrendered to save his life.

Li Xiuyuan's knowledge of the original plot has this advantage: he knows the origins of these people.

Shi Zhixuan, dressed in a scholar's robe, looking every bit the part of a scholar, calmly replied after hearing Li Xiuyuan's praise, "Your Majesty has overlooked it!"

As he spoke, he cupped his hands in a respectful gesture.

This greatly surprised Xi Ying and An Long. The two had originally submitted to Shi Zhixuan, but they did not expect that there was someone else. Seeing that even the Evil King was cautious, they looked at Li Xiuyuan on the main seat with even greater respect.

Li Xiuyuan pondered for a moment and said, "If the Evil King is injured after the fierce battle, he should go and get treatment quickly!"

As he spoke, he waved his hand, actually shooing people away.

Shi Zhixuan replied, "Yes, I will take my leave!"

As he spoke, he quickly stepped back, knowing that Li Xiuyuan had something to say to Xi Ying and An Long.

After all, the two people originally submitted to him, and if Li Xiuyuan didn't want to be sidelined, he would make them truly submit.

Even knowing all this, he could only obey, unless he was willing to risk his life or was stronger than the other party.

After seeing Shi Zhixuan leave, Li Xiuyuan narrowed his sinister eyes and said, "The successor of Anlong Tianlian Sect is skilled in the Heavenly Heart Lotus Ring."

The key lies in focusing on the heart meridian, believing that the heart is the sovereign organ from which the spirit emerges. Furthermore, the heart is described as pointed and round, shaped like a lotus stamen, with a unique orifice within, possessed only by those of superior wisdom.

It is accompanied by more than ten complex finger techniques, including moving, shaking, advancing, retreating, rubbing, coiling, flicking, twisting, following, touching, grasping, pressing, clawing, and cutting.

Through the Taiyin, Yangming, Shaoyang, Taiyang, and Jueyin meridians of both hands, scorching true energy shaped like lotus stamens is released, capable of burning and destroying the opponent's meridians. This is unique within the demonic sects; there is no other like it!

He paused and then said, "Xi Ying, nicknamed Heavenly Lord, is the successor of the Demonic Sect's Path of Extinguishing Emotions. He created the domineering demonic art of Purple Qi Heavenly Net."

The most powerful aspect of this method is that it involves using both hands to weave a net of energy composed of hundreds and thousands of intertwined threads, and then retreating towards the opponent.

This invisible net not only withstands the force of an opponent's punches and palm strikes, but it can also be controlled at will, changing shape at will, binding the opponent like a fish caught in the net, with no chance of escape.

what?

The two were greatly surprised. They never expected that Li Xiuyuan would know their cultivation methods and even their characteristics with just one glance.

Li Xiuyuan said calmly, "If you can withstand three of my moves without dying, I will let you leave. But... let me tell you first, Shi Zhixuan is stronger than me, he won't last ten rounds."

As he spoke, he gave the two people a cold look.

Anlong's facial muscles twitched. He really couldn't believe there was such a terrifying person. Even the Evil King couldn't last ten rounds against him. No wonder the other party was so respectful. Should he consider changing masters?

Xi Ying's expression changed drastically. He had just been defeated by Shi Zhixuan and was very clear about the Evil King's martial arts. Just how powerful was this person?

As for the promise that if they survived the next three moves, they would be allowed to leave, only a fool would believe that. People from the Demonic Sect never keep their word, and they wouldn't be so naive.

Anlong's plump body trembled slightly as he said, "Your Majesty is too kind. I am extremely loyal to you."

As he spoke, he knelt down on the ground without any backbone.

Xi Ying's expression was one of surprise and uncertainty. After a long while, he said, "Your subordinate is also absolutely loyal!"

However, he did not kneel on the ground like Anlong.

Li Xiuyuan nodded upon seeing this. He knew that the person was not truly submitting, but merely yielding to Shi Zhixuan's power. However, as time passed and they witnessed his abilities, he believed they would make the right choice.

Li Xiuyuan smiled slightly and said, "Don't worry, as long as you submit to me, you will naturally receive many benefits."

As he spoke, he pointed a finger, and two beams of black light entered their minds.

Anlong and Xi Ying were shocked. They couldn't dodge that finger strike at all. Didn't that mean that the other party could easily take their lives?

Afterwards, the two of them immersed themselves in the ocean of knowledge, and the new cultivation technique that appeared in their minds was simply infinitely profound.

Li Xiuyuan said calmly, "This Supreme Heavenly Demon True Scripture will become the cultivation method of the Demonic Sect in the future. It is more than a hundred times more exquisite than the Heavenly Demon Strategy. After mastering it, immortality will be easily attained."

The Supreme Heavenly Demon True Scripture he transmitted consisted entirely of visualizing one's own Heavenly Demon self. Anyone who practiced this method would become loyal to Li Xiuyuan and become his fanatical believer.

Even if Li Xiuyuan leaves the Tang Dynasty in the future, members of the Demonic Sect will still have their share of the evil deeds they commit, and will receive sin points. The same applies to the Buddhist Sect.

It wasn't until Li Xiuyuan arrived in the Tang Dynasty that he realized his purpose was not only to travel the world, but also to spread his teachings throughout the world, whether it was Buddhism or the demonic path.

Anlong and Xi Ying were overjoyed. Who in the world wouldn't want to live forever?

No matter how stunningly beautiful you are, or how gorgeous you are, in the end you'll just be a red-haired skeleton.

No matter how great you are, even if you possess a vast empire, in the end you will all turn into a handful of dust.

Simply put, immortality is a luxury for mortals!

The two men said in unison, "Thank you, my lord!"

They all knelt on the ground, showing their utmost sincerity.

Upon seeing this, Li Xiuyuan remained calm and said indifferently, "Get up! From now on, you will all respectfully address me as the Demon Lord."

"Yes!"

The two stood up, looked at each other, and thought to themselves that only someone like this could become the leader of the Demonic Sect!

Li Xiuyuan pondered for a moment, then asked, "Anlong, do you know the daughter of the Evil King?"

As he spoke, he focused his gaze.

Chapter 34 A Fairy Descends to Earth

Li Xiuyuan sensed the presence of anyone who practiced the Supreme Heavenly Demon Scripture. Shi Zhixuan hadn't practiced it even three days after passing it down; his loyalty remained to be tested.

Anlong's expression changed upon hearing this, but he suddenly regained his composure and said, "Reporting to the Demon Lord, I understand."

His loyalty to Shi Zhixuan was not high; otherwise, he would not have betrayed him in the original work by revealing the secrets of the Undying Seal Technique to the Shadow Assassin Yang Xuyan.

Moreover, Shi Zhixuan was no match for the Demon Lord, so he quickly seized the opportunity to cling to the powerful figure while the Demon Lord had fewer subordinates.

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In a courtyard in Chang'an, Li Xiuyuan's divine sense swept across the area, and everything within a hundred meters was clearly imprinted in his mind. In the flower garden, a beautiful figure sat on a blue stone.

She was dressed in a blue robe, and seemingly because she was in a garden, she was not wearing a veil or having her appearance altered.

Unconsciously, she revealed her most perfect side to Li Xiuyuan.

Her temperament was pure and refined, as if she were untouched by worldly affairs. Her beauty was beyond compare, with a face so beautiful that it could shame the moon and flowers, and make fish sink and geese fall from the sky. Her curves were exquisite, and she possessed a captivating charm. Yet, she made people afraid to have any romantic thoughts, for fear of profaning her sacred elegance.

Shi Qingxuan is like a spirit of nature, like a lush, vibrant forest in early spring.

And those bright, colorful eyes on her stunning face suggest that she is not as cold and aloof as she appears; on the contrary, she is a somewhat charming and playful young woman.

Shi Qingxuan sat alone with her knees drawn up, like a secluded orchid in a valley, inspiring pity and a desire to embrace her and cherish her, yet also a fear of defiling such beauty.

After an unknown amount of time, Shi Qingxuan took the bamboo flute from the rock and slowly placed it to her lips.

The sound of the flute resonated deeply in Li Xiuyuan's heart. The music flowed like time itself between her fingers, breaking through the endless rain of the night. Everything was like a dream so intense it seemed to blur, as if the heavens were weeping for the flute's melody.

The flute music played by Shi Qingxuan intertwined with the night sky and the stream, creating a melancholic and ethereal melody that brewed a storm of melancholy and repression, making Li Xiuyuan feel as if he were in the long river of life.

The world is undergoing a transformation, sometimes towering and steep, sometimes gentle and soft, piling up to form Shi Qingxuan's monologue. She is surrounded by fate, her life is entangled, yet she also contains a breathtakingly serene beauty.

After a long while, the sound of the flute finally ceased.

Li Xiuyuan strolled out and said with a smile, "Qingxuan, do you know that your flute skills are unparalleled in this world!"

After finding out Shi Qingxuan's whereabouts last night, he couldn't wait to come over.

Upon suddenly hearing the voice of an outsider, Shi Qingxuan's delicate body trembled violently, and her elfin eyes turned to look.

Li Xiuyuan smiled slightly and said, "What, are you surprised by my arrival?"

As he spoke, his black-clad, sinister figure appeared before Shi Qingxuan.