Azure Heaven Saber
Chapter 579 - 579 163 A Different Kind of Blind Date Two in

Chapter 579: Chapter 163: A Different Kind of Blind Date [Two in One]_4 Chapter 579: Chapter 163: A Different Kind of Blind Date [Two in One]_4 Dong Canglan explained calmly, as he prepared the tea. His actions were effortless, yet demonstrated an extreme level of proficiency and fluidity.

“Common people have a tea set with one teapot, accompanied by four, six, or at most eight teacups; do you know why?” Dong Canglan asked.

“It’s probably because even numbers are considered auspicious, such as four sounds like ‘joy’, six like ‘smooth’ or eight like ‘wealth’.” Feng Yin replied.

“Correct, that is indeed the secular belief. However, those who practice spiritual cultivation often associate it with the five elements, the seven stars, or the nine luminaries. Especially those who excel in appreciating tea. While preparing tea, they often arrange the teapot and teacups in a formation to facilitate Spirit Gathering. Of course, the quality of the tea set used must also be considered. Not every tea set can be used this way. Any slackness could lead to a wastage of valuable resources.”

“The tea set I’m using here was handmade by a true tea master. Besides using supreme materials as its foundation, it also incorporates the design of the Nine Luminaries and Ten Directions to gather the spiritual aura of heaven and earth on its own; only three sets exist in this world. Each set consists of nine tea cups and one teapot.”

“Hmm, since it’s only the three of us sharing the tea today, we will use the trinity as the main focus, assisted by the Four Symbols, no need to overcomplicate.”

“I see.”

Feng Yin felt as if his horizons expanded. He genuinely didn’t know what purpose these rare and precious teapots and teacups could serve in battles and duels.

As Dong Canglan spoke, he made the tea. Within a short moment, the aroma of the tea wafted up and hung in the air, forming an illusionary giant bird stretching its wings, preparing to take flight. It was misty and ethereal, yet distinct and majestic.

“This is the Sky Eagle Feather tea, a special spiritual tea produced by my Heavenly Sword Cloud Palace. One cup cleanses the body and mind, two cups clear the spiritual sea, and three cups wash the soul.”

He lifted the teapot and poured tea into three cups, his movements unusually solemn.

With a slight tilt, the steam overflows, intensifying the aroma of tea.

The foggy tea aroma that formed the giant bird in the air became increasingly solid and lifelike.

Feng Yin observed intently and found that the three teacups were indeed arranged in the formation of the three talents, Heaven, Earth, and Man. Along with the teapot, it formed a complete set of the Four Symbols, creating a formidable layout.

“Please.”

Dong Canglan lifted the tea to invite.

“Thank you.”

Feng Yin reached for his cup. As he lifted it, he noticed a smaller bird split from the giant bird in the air and landed above his tea cup. With each sip, the aura-filled bird disappeared into his mouth.

An elegant and pure aroma rushed into his throat, spreading to every corner of his body in an instant.

In the fleeting chill, Feng Yin only felt comfort throughout his body, his mind becoming much clearer. However, his body also broke out in a faint sweat.

With one raise of his cup, Feng Yin had a faint sense that when he picked up his cup, he was actually in the ‘Man’ position of the ‘Heaven, Earth, and Man’ configuration. As he lifted it, the formation remained in place and the spiritual aura contained within the tea was still held together.

And as he drank, what he ingested wasn’t only the tea but also the pure spiritual aura gathered by the Heaven, Earth, and Man formation.

“Excellent tea!”

Feng Yin savored it for a moment and then blurted out. He then returned the teacup.

The teapot on the other side once again overflowed with the aroma of tea and steam, restoring the formation to its full state, once again a perfect whole.

And Dong Canglan refilled the teapot once again.

They waited for the spiritual bird aura to form until they were ready to drink the second cup.

Lady Dong chuckled on the side, “Uncle Dong rarely takes out this perfect spiritual beverage to entertain guests. You are quite fortunate.”

Feng Yin quickly replied, “Thank you, Uncle Dong for your generosity.”

Dong Canglan chuckled, “So you are Ling Yunduan? And you reside in Yuezhou?”

“Yes.”

“Where is your hometown? Judging by your exceptional inheritance, I think you may be descendants of old acquaintances.” Dong Canglan said.

“My hometown… I don’t know exactly where it is. Ever since I left, I have been unable to find my way back.” Feng Yin replied somewhat melancholy.

“Oh?”

Dong Canglan’s gaze flickered: “Do you recall the name of your hometown?”

“My hometown is called the Third Star.”

Feng Yin said.

The Earth is the third planet in the solar system. This is no lie.

“The Third Star?”

Dong Canglan furrowed his brows, glancing at his wife.

Lady Dong, too, shook her head, clearly unfamiliar with the claim.

“And who is your master?”

“My master’s name is Master Hongjun.”

Feng Yin looked expectantly at Dong Canglan, “Have you heard of his name before, palace lord?”

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[The folks in the group who were chatting with me caused the update to be late… You guys can blame them.]