Demoness, where are you Fleeing to?
Chapter 280 - 239: I Can’t Stop People from Proving the Way_1

Chapter 280: Chapter 239: I Can’t Stop People from Proving the Way_1

"——When the energy is abundant the blood is also rich. But in the end, it is necessary to focus on cultivating one: energy as a guide, blood as a medium, energy and blood are interconnected, people will remain youthful, just like flowing water that does not rot, and doors and pivots without worms. Interesting, this Sutra of Innocence is quite intriguing."

The next day at noon, Li Xuan was sitting in a restaurant named ’Tingtao Pavilion’, enthusiastically reading through the ’The Sutra of Innocence’ in his hand.

He was here because he had been invited by Long Rui to drink an apology wine. As the host was late, Li Xuan simply took out the scroll of ’The Sutra of Innocence’ to investigate it.

As someone who has already made some achievements in Martial Law, Li Xuan immediately appreciated the wonderful aspects of ’The Sutra of Innocence’ as soon as he unrolled the scroll.

He estimated that with his current cultivation level, as long as he was resolute in castration, he would only need to practice according to the law for two to three months to be able to confront Jiang Hanyun face-to-face.

The Karma of Yin that invaded his body could also be resolved by half.

Li Xuan saw himself as a straight man who would definitely not practice ’The Sutra of Innocence’. However, when he read the third part of ’The Sutra of Innocence’, an idea appeared that made him a bit uneasy.

——This Sutra of Innocence, might be a way out! If I am forced into a dead end in the future, should I cut it?

While Li Xuan was engrossed in reading, a slightly sharp voice rang at the staircase entrance: "How is it that Duwei Li arrived first?"

Li Xuan glanced over and found the person to be Xue Yunrou’s elder brother, Master Xuanchen.

Lacking any affection towards this Taoist who had plotted against him twice, Li Xuan just gave him a cold glance and then averted his gaze.

Yet Master Xuanchen appeared solemn, came beside Li Xuan and bowed deeply: "Previously, Xuanchen was blinded by emotions and lost his senses, causing inconvenience to Duwei Li twice and even putting you in danger. Now Xuanchen has completely repented and especially comes to ask Duwei Li for forgiveness. The fault was with Xuanchen, so as long as I can appease Mr. Duwei, I will accept any punishment without complaints."

Li Xuan finally looked at Master Xuanchen, seeing his sincere expression, he also returned the courtesy: "Master, you speak too heavily! I hold no grudge against you, and since you have come to understand, let’s consider our past grievances settled."

After all, he didn’t think he lost anything. On the contrary, Master Xuanchen not only lost two divine birds and a precious Zhixuan Elixir in the two confrontations, but also lost his ’dignity’ to the Vajra.

If the two can settle their grievances, nothing could be better than that.

This person is after all Xue Yunrou’s elder brother and the true successor of Tianshi Sect. Without completely falling out, Li Xuan should not go too far.

"Gentleman Duwei, thank you!’

Master Xuanchen breathed a sigh of relief, then bowed deeply: "But there is something Xuanchen must make clear to Mr. Hufa. Miss Xue is the one I watched grow up. Even if there is no fate between us, the feelings of discipleship for more than ten years still exist. If Duwei Li dares to let her suffer, I Xuanchen will never agree."

Li Xuan thought that this was indeed what a caring elder brother would say, he was just about to respond when he noticed Master Xuanchen’s gaze, fixated onto the scroll Li Xuan had casually placed onto the table.

"Master?"

Only then did Master Xuanchen return to his senses, but his eyes held a hint of fervor: "This scripture teaches us about the practice of energy. Energy is the master of life, and form is the use of the body — This is indeed insightful and enlightening! May I ask Mr. Duwei, what cultivation technique is this in your hand?"

Li Xuan thought about it and then silently unrolled the scroll. As the words ’The Sutra of Innocence’ came into Master Xuanchen’s view, he felt as if his heart had been torn apart.

—— He had heard of this ultimate cultivation technique before as well.

But then Master Xuanchen suddenly gasped, his eyes filled with eagerness: "Mr. Duwei, can you lend me this treasure for a glimpse?"

"This?" Li Xuan was somewhat hesitant: "I’m afraid that’s not appropriate, isn’t it?"

He was worried that this Taoist master might really start to practice this technique.

It’s not that he was worried about having one more powerful adversary in the future, but rather a sense of guilt, a feeling of pushing someone into a pit of fire.

However, Master Xuanchen requested with sincerity: "I plead Mr. Duwei to agree! To not hide anything from you, after I observed the scripture just now, my cultivation seemed to show signs of a breakthrough. It appears that my Taoist destiny lies in this scripture. Of course, I understand that this cultivation technique is not to be leaked lightly. Since this is a top-notch scripture, I am willing to exchange it with an object of equal value."

"That is not necessary."

Li Xuan was moved. He figured that if this is indeed Xuanchen’s destiny of cultivation, his chance to break through, then he should help him achieve it.

Isn’t there a saying? Hindering someone in the path of cultivation is akin to killing their parents.

"Fine, I can lend it to you for a look. But you are only allowed to read the first Chapter, you must return it to me once you finish reading."

After all, he was still worried that this ’The Sutra of Innocence’ might corrupt Master Xuanchen.

In case this Taoist changed into a Taoist nun, and the elder brother turned into elder sister Xue Yunrou, she might blame him.

"Thank you, Duwei! I Xuanchen always keep my promises and will certainly abide by them."

Seeing that Li Xuan had passed the scroll over, Master Xuanchen couldn’t help but be overjoyed. He immediately unrolled the scroll in front of him, carefully read the content of the first Chapter.

To practice this technique, you need to castrate yourself. Taking elixirs and medicines, inside and outside, are interconnected——

Master Xuanchen skimmed through the other content. When the phrase "With the heart as the room, dust is swept away, returning to simplicity, serene and clear, you can have a profound understanding of the three realms, and there’s nothing you can’t do" caught his eyes, he felt a surge of energy throughout his body, rapidly circulating within him.

"We’ve kept you both waiting, our apologies!"

At this point, Long Rui and Wang Jing finally appeared at the top of the stairs. After the two arrive, they bowed to Li Xuan and Master Xuanchen, their faces filled with regret. "We were held up due to an important matter arising unexpectedly in the Guozi Bureau today. We apologize for our tardiness, I, Long Rui, offer to drink three cups as punishment."

Then he noticed that Master Xuanchen was intently studying a scroll in his hand, seemingly unaware of their arrival.

"What’s this Master Xuanchen?" Wang Jing asked curiously.

"It’s a Taoist scripture I brought with me, which has deeply inspired Xuanchen. Somehow he fell into a state of enlightenment."

Li Xuan felt awkward saying the name of "The Sutra of Innocence," he laughed embarrassed yet polite: "Maybe we shouldn’t disturb him."

Following that, he, Wang Jing and Long Rui engaged in general conversation, occasionally comparing chess skills, paired couplets, and poetry.

When it comes to scholarship, Li Xuan is certainly no match for these two high-achieving students of the Guozi Bureau.

But he came from a later era of information explosion, having broad horizons and was good at bluffing. Sometimes a few words could cause Wang and Long to pause in astonishment, amazed.

Li Xuan thought, these two were indeed worthy friends.

Long Rui was open-hearted and straightforward; Wang Jing was reserved and steady, both were the kind of friends who could enrich a lifetime.

When the three were nearly full and drunk, Master Xuanchen finally returned the scroll in his hand to Li Xuan, though he was eager for more.

He adhered to his promise, only reading the first Chapter. But the subsequent content made him itch for more.

However, Xuanchen also knew too much of a good thing could be bad, given that a superior scripture like "The Sutra of Innocence" was lent to him for a Chapter already showed generosity.

Not long ago, he set up two traps to ensnare Li Xuan, and hadn’t yet shown any proper sincerity. How could he request the full text from Li Xuan?

"To understand Dao in the morning, death in the evening is acceptable! Indeed, the ancients did not deceive me."

He bowed to the three of them: "Thanks to Mr. Duwei for your enlightenment, I’m deeply moved. I will return this favor in the future. For now, my Dao progress has reached a pivotal point, I must get back to the temple as soon as possible. I have to leave you guys first, I will apologize to you all another day!"

After he finished speaking, he hurriedly descended the stairs.

Long Rui was thoroughly confused, yet soon he turned his attention back, smiling at Li Xuan: "It’s getting late, Wang Jing and I need to attend an important event in the outer courtyard of the Guozi Bureau."

A thought crossed his mind: "I’m not sure if Qianzhi is free this afternoon? If so, you could join us to see what’s going on, you may offer some insightful opinions for Wang Jing and me."

Li Xuan shook his head slightly, was there anything at the Guozi Bureau worth seeing? Watch the Guozi Bureau students fussing with their quills or listen to the Confucian lectures?

And he’d already taken two days off; there were quite a lot of backlog tasks.

But just as he was about to decline, a flying talisman suddenly flew in from the window, landing in front of Li Xuan.

He casually reached out, caught it, and found the talisman was from Quan Dingtian, the Jijiu of Guozi Bureau in Nanjing. The content was an invitation to him, the Hufa of Neo-Confucianism, to attend an important Confucian event in South Zhili at the Guozi Bureau in the afternoon. The wording was earnest, urging his attendance.

The seal of Fumo Zongguan was even affixed to it, suggesting that he didn’t need to go back to Zhuque Hall in the afternoon.

Li Xuan thought it was quite a coincidence. He collected the talisman discreetly and then smiled at the two: "I can go, but what sort of event are we talking about here?"

After thinking about it, since Quan Dingtian had insisted so much, he definitely had to go. Since he took this position as protector, he’s been taking the two months’ supply from the Ministry of Rites without giving anything back for Neo-Confucianism, which made him feel rather guilty.

But before rushing there, he wanted to be clear about the situation.

"It’s for the upcoming Xiao Mausoleum tribute." Long Rui had already stood up: "According to custom, the Guozi Bureau needs to select a person to recite the prayer in front of the Great Ancestor’s mausoleum. This is a big deal. Not only can they purify the Great Rectitude power using the Dragon Vein of the Xiao Mausoleum. For the next ten years, they will be the de facto top student at the Guozi Bureau and the first among the younger generation of Confucian scholars in South Zhili.

Every student at the Guozi Bureau is excited and preparing to strive for the top spot. Many prominent scholars are said to participate in the evaluation. The newly appointed protector of our Neo-Confucianism has also been invited."

However, Wang Jing shook his head: "The teacher only said the protector might participate. I’ve admired him for a long time, I wonder if I could have the chance to meet him this time?"

His eyes lit up with anticipation: "Tomorrow would be my challenge to the Wenxin House. I’m really looking forward to it. What kind of ’Dao’ did the protector leave that could draw out Li Zhetian’s swordsmanship and suppress the power of twenty-seven former protectors?"

Li Xuan’s face turned strange. He remembered the rough handwriting he left in the Heart-Asking Bell; it was too ashamed to show people.

And Wang Jing has seen his handwriting, wouldn’t he recognize it? That would be embarrassing.

Right, his name, Li Xuan, was signed on that piece of writing.