Fengyunlu

"I'm glad you understand. I won't have to do anything about it." Bai Lu said, glancing at Lei Gong furtively before turning to look in the direction of the ancient cave. Bai Lu understood Feng Chen's words, but she also knew that if Feng Chen was truly in danger, she would never sit idly by.

Lei Gong also turned his head at this moment, because there seemed to be some movement in that direction, which he could sense without looking specifically. Lei Gong's attention was drawn to some unknown force, and he felt curious but also alert.

As for Fengchen, he also turned his head to look at the same time. There seemed to be a mysterious aura in his body echoing with the distant... Fengchen felt that a certain power in his body resonated with the fluctuations in the distance, which made him more convinced that he had an indissoluble bond with Xuanmen.

The words sounded a bit cold, but everyone knew Fengchen was angry. It wasn't surprising, considering he was a descendant of the Feng family. Although he possessed a natural spirit, his meridians were cut off. He had been depressed since childhood, and then there was the catastrophe three years ago. Fengchen's past was full of ups and downs. Although he was young, the hardships he had experienced made him more mature and stronger than his peers.

After countless years and countless challenges, he finally stepped into the mysterious world of Xuanmen. Just as he looked forward to the future with hope, he discovered that his fate had already been clearly arranged by others, and they had even discussed it in front of him! Although they said it was for his own good, in the end, it was simply a decision made according to their own ideas, without even asking for his opinion.

Of the people present, apart from Master Gu Yuan, who had no direct relationship with him, people like Lei Gong, Ji Yao, and Fairy Bai Lu were all very close to him and had even saved his life. However, no matter how much they owed him, they couldn't arbitrarily decide his future. Moreover, Feng Chen still carried a heavy blood debt. He had to forge his own path.

Master Gu Yuan's eyes were so deep that they seemed to see through everything, staring straight at Feng Chen's soul. He just looked at her quietly, without saying a word for a long time.

She remained silent, and so did everyone else. Only Lei Gong's eyes flickered unconsciously, but he didn't say much. He was waiting, waiting for Feng Chen's reaction, and also for Master Gu Yuan's answer.

After a while, the veil on Master Gu Yuan's face fluttered gently, as if with a hint of smile, and his eyes became softer: "The son follows the father. Feng Wanlin's son is indeed full of pride."

Fengchen ignored him and continued to ask, "If I don't plan to enter Yaochi, will you still insist on the three conditions proposed by Uncle Lei?"

"That's right." Master Gu Yuan nodded, his tone firm: "I have said it before, you are you, he is him, the two cannot be confused."

After hearing this, Fengchen's eyes cleared, and all his resentment seemed to disappear. He looked at Fairy Ji Yao again, then stepped forward and bowed respectfully: "Aunt Ji Yao, I will take my leave now. I will definitely repay your kindness when I have the chance in the future."

He then said to Lei Gong, "Uncle Lei, although I may be reckless by nature, I have my own path to follow. I am grateful for your kindness. As for your kindness, I am afraid I will never be able to repay you in this lifetime. In this case, if there is an opportunity in the future and I am fortunate enough to achieve a high level of cultivation, as long as Uncle Lei has any instructions, or if the Thunderbolt Hall has any needs, I will do my best and will never refuse. Now, I will take my leave."

Feng Chen finished speaking, bowed to Lei Gong, nodded to Fairy Bai Lu, and then turned and left, acting decisively without the slightest hesitation. He didn't even glance at Master Gu Yuan, as if he didn't care at all.

This change surprised everyone. Even Fairy Ji Yao thought Fengchen would have his chance this time, but he showed his strong character and pride. He would rather give up the opportunity than owe anyone a favor.

This kind of personality is usually beneficial in spiritual practice, as one's heart is as firm as a rock and not easily shaken by external factors. However, when dealing with affairs, this kind of personality may cause him to suffer a lot of losses because of his unwillingness to adapt, which naturally leads to missing many opportunities.

However, everything in the world is a balance of gains and losses. Fengchen's choice wasn't necessarily a bad one; who could truly foresee the future? Therefore, Fairy Ji Yao didn't try to persuade him, but sighed silently inwardly, feeling a little regretful.

Lei Gong, on the other hand, truly understood Feng Chen's intentions. He didn't want to be a burden to Lei Gong, even though Master Gu Yuan had clearly stated that the three conditions would remain unchanged regardless of whether Feng Chen entered Yao Chi or not. However, there was always room for maneuver and reason. Feng Chen had never accepted these conditions, so he didn't feel he owed anything. Therefore, the road ahead was free from the constraints of human relationships. Even if Lei Gong wanted to repay the three conditions, Feng Chen would not be willing, and Lei Gong could not force him. In this way, Lei Gong could at least gain freedom and not be bound by Feng Chen's affairs. As for Lei Gong's desire to protect Feng Chen, that was his personal wish, which was inconsistent with Master Gu Yuan's conditions. He was only responsible for protecting Feng Chen's life and would not get involved in other matters.

This was the limit Fengchen could accept. He saw that, despite his youth, he had already entered the world of Xuanmen. The future was full of ups and downs, but without weathering them, how could one truly grow? Without experiencing the profound terrors of life and death, how could one attain profound enlightenment? Cultivation was like this; no matter how much others spoke, it was merely their experience. Only through personal experience could one truly grasp its true meaning.

Just as a teacher guides you through the door, the practice is up to you. While this principle may be simple, few truly grasp and practice it. Consequently, despite the abundance of renowned teachers, only a handful of students stand out. Ultimately, newcomers don't rely on the guidance of their predecessors; they must swim upstream to easily meet challenges.

Verbal instruction is merely the art of experience; true accumulation comes from untold hard work. While this principle seems obvious to everyone, how many truly embody it? Most people conceal their talents, fearing that others will easily gain them, or that their disciples will encounter setbacks. Yet, while there are many talented individuals, only a few reach the pinnacle. The fundamental reason is that they are overprotected and have never experienced true hardship. Once faced with true challenges, they are unable to withstand them and easily collapse.

As Lei Gong watched Fengchen's retreating figure, his mind drifted to his old friend. Back then, his friend had been a similarly young man, only a few years older than Fengchen. At eighteen, he was just as stubborn, preferring to endure hardship rather than be bound by rules or swayed by worldly concerns. It was this very character that shaped him into the peerless genius who would later astound the world.

Feng Wanlin bid farewell to his elders at the age of eighteen. Sixty years have passed, and the once-arrogant youth has now become a force to be reckoned with throughout the Xuan Sect. He is known to all, whether good or evil, high or low. He led the Feng family, a humble Xuan family, to the pinnacle of the Northern Frontier, guarding the desert while simultaneously intimidating the entire Xuan Sect. If Feng Wanlin hadn't refused to become an Emperor, Fengsha Castle would have long since become a Great Emperor Sect. How could he, under the influence of others, have remained a mere member of the Nine Radiance Immortal Sects?

Thinking back to his old friend, Lei Gong couldn't help but think of himself. He, too, was aloof and proud, a late bloomer over the past four hundred years. His current fame only reached its peak in the last two hundred years. In the two hundred years before that, he had little but an arrogant personality, and suffered a great deal because of it.

Until he met Feng Wanlin. The two of them admired each other and learned from each other. He created his own unique thunder skill, Snowfall Cangqiong, and thus perfected the Nine Heavens Divine Thunder Art. His Thunderbolt Hall became a world-renowned force, no longer just a mainstay of the Xuan Sect, but a force that rivaled the Nine Glory Immortal Sect. He himself possessed the qualities of a Great Emperor, but like his old friend Feng Wanlin, he did not wish to become an Emperor.

Thinking of this, Lei Gong couldn't help but reflect on his current situation. The people of the Thunderbolt Hall were eagerly awaiting his recovery. Countless beings of the Thunder Mountain lineage were also waiting for his return. The Spring and Autumn Emperor was holding the situation alone, and the conditions in Yaochi were so difficult. Feng Chen had made such a choice. If his old friend Feng Wanlin had faced the same situation, what would he have done?

Lei Gong pondered for a moment, but even after Feng Chen had left the room, he still hadn't come up with a definitive answer. In Lei Gong's opinion, Feng Wanlin wouldn't face such a situation. Even in the desperate situation three years ago, when the Nine Netherworld Emperor's true form emerged, his ancient name was shattered by Feng Wanlin's true form, and he could only escape with the Tongtian Scroll.

Even Jiuyou's power was so great, not to mention the so-called turmoil during Thunder Mountain. Although Feng Wanlin had also suffered a fall, that was a situation of his own. Lei Gong was confident that even anyone in the Xuanmen sect, even Emperor Cangyun himself, would not be able to do better than Feng Wanlin. After all, Jiuyou came from ancient times, and legend has it that he was sealed by the Five Ancient Emperors. Although his true form had been eliminated, it was not something that the younger generation could easily touch.

Therefore, if Feng Wanlin had been in Lei Gong's shoes, he would have been unstoppable. Even if Mo Wenjian truly attacked, and even with the Demon King and the others who followed, Feng Wanlin would have no hope of taking anything from Thunder Mountain. So Lei Gong pondered over it, but he couldn't imagine what choice Feng Wanlin would make in this situation.

However, Lei Gong and Feng Wanlin had been friends through thick and thin, and their personalities were somewhat familiar. Therefore, Lei Gong had a good idea of ​​his old friend's choice. For now, even if Feng Wanlin were truly faced with this decision, would he persuade Feng Chen to stay, or face his choice calmly? Or, could he go with him, unconstrained by Master Gu Yuan's demands? Or, after hearing Master Gu Yuan's insights on the immeasurable great calamity and the impermanence of the Great Dao, choose to bind Feng Chen like him?

In the end, Lei Gong shook his head. These options were beyond the reach of an old friend. Given Feng Wanlin's style, even if he entered the Yaochi to heal his wounds, regardless of whether there were other options, he wouldn't hesitate to consider Master Gu Yuan, nor would he push the problem onto Ji Yao, nor would he pin his hopes on Feng Chen. Therefore, the so-called conditions wouldn't apply. He would simply force his way in, or exchange conditions with Master Gu Yuan. The conditions themselves weren't at anyone's mercy.

Speaking of the tragedies of life, Feng Wanlin doesn't think it's a big deal. He believes that life is a journey of spiritual practice, and whether it's a disaster or a great path, it's all unpredictable. Everyone has to control their own destiny, and the ups and downs on the road of cultivation are just the grindstones that sharpen their will. Even if something really goes wrong in the end, it's the path they chose, and they can't blame others. Feng Wanlin firmly believes that destiny is entirely in their own hands, and the challenges and difficulties on the road of cultivation are the grindstones that shape the will and strength of the strong. For him, these challenges are the sharpening, and no matter how bad the result, it is the inevitable result of his own choice.

However, these choices were everyone else's business. Lei Gong was also quite aloof, but unlike Feng Wanlin, he didn't care about anything. He had his own principles and ways of doing things, and he was simply curious about what Feng Wanlin would choose, so he watched quietly. Although Lei Gong adhered to his principles, he still respected Feng Wanlin's choice. He knew that everyone had their own path to follow, so he simply watched quietly from the sidelines, waiting for Feng Wanlin to make a decision.

But before he could open his mouth, he heard Master Gu Yuan say lightly, "Children have stubborn tempers, but what I want to say is that the opportunity to reach Yao Chi is not only with you, but also with the Saint Girl of the Bai Family. Do you still plan to leave?"

"Senior, are you serious?" Feng Chen suddenly stopped and turned around to ask.

Even Fairy Ji Yao and Fairy Bai Lu, standing behind Master Gu Yuan, paled at these words and asked in unison, "Grandmaster?" Not only them, but even Lei Gong was stunned for a moment, turning to stare at Master Gu Yuan, awaiting her next words. But Master Gu Yuan simply smiled mysteriously, "Whether I say it's true or not is up to you to decide." "What do you mean, Senior?" Feng Chen hurried back to the front hall, his eyes fixed on Master Gu Yuan, waiting for her to reveal the answer.

But Master Gu Yuan just shook her head and said, "Let's talk about it after we enter the Yaochi." As soon as she finished speaking, Master Gu Yuan's figure began to become blurred, and finally disappeared completely. Everyone knew that she had entered the Yaochi and was waiting for Fengchen to see her.

Master Gu Yuan was so sure, but Feng Chen didn't buy it. However, since it concerned Bai Yu, he didn't dare to leave easily, so he hesitated in the front hall, not knowing whether he should go into Yao Chi to see what Master Gu Yuan wanted to say, or continue to practice in the South China Sea, rush to Luoshen Peak as soon as possible, help his uncle Bai Ximo find the Soul-Yesterday Platform, use the advantages of the innate spirit and the identity of the Saint Bai Yu Yunhuang, and inject blood and energy at the same time to draw out a trace of the spiritual power of the ancient holy spirit in the Soul-Yesterday Platform.

Speaking of the Soul-Falling Platform, it's a product of the ancient Dragon-Han catastrophe, when the Ancestral Dragon and Ancestral Phoenix fought fiercely, and their bloodlines were drawn into the conflict. That catastrophe caused chaos across the land, killing and wounding countless ancient exotic beasts. Eventually, the Divine Phoenix retreated, the Azure Dragon vanished, and most of the exotic beasts vanished.

The ending was truly horrific, and the details of the events were long lost, as it had been so long that it was impossible to investigate. However, there was one thing that had been passed down in legend: deep within the Jiuxia Gorge beneath Luoshen Peak, the Yunling Platform.