Max Level Metaphysician: A Debt Repayment Journey…?
Chapter 263: The Ancestor’s Advice

Chapter 263: Chapter 263: The Ancestor’s Advice

"My health is quite good now, and for that, I must thank the Abbot. If it weren’t for the Abbot, I’m afraid these old bones of mine would have been cold long ago."

Old Master Ye smiled kindly, his aura as warm and smooth as jade, but also intimidating.

It was clear that in his youth, he was a figure who commanded respect.

Jiangli, however, was not the least bit intimidated. "Old Master, you’re too kind—it was nothing but a simple effort on my part."

"I hear you are the Abbot of Jiaoyang Temple and versed in Xuanmen Techniques, known for your unequivocal decisiveness?" Old Master Ye said slowly as he scrutinized Jiangli, "I wonder if the Abbot could do a reading for me?"

Upon hearing this, Jiangli didn’t think too much and replied, "Early wisdom is not always a good thing. Having too many concerns in mind can also be detrimental to one’s health. You are not young anymore; it would be best to use your mind less and focus on nurturing your longevity."

Old Master Ye’s expression paused.

Jiangli then said, "Each person’s time on earth is limited; our existence is fleeting, not spanning more than a hundred years. We come alone, and we leave alone. We live only for ourselves. Everything else is external, brought neither in life nor taken in death. Pursuing them is fruitless, especially the elusive honor of a family—it’s all in vain. Why risk your life for such a thing?"

Old Master Ye’s expression deepened.

Jiangli’s demeanor was serene. As her voice trailed off, she took out a Jade Token from her bosom and handed it to Old Master Ye.

"Our meeting today must be fate. I have prepared a Jade Token that can ensure you a hundred years of health, but changing your destiny is still up to you. If you do not change your habits, even ten Jade Tokens will be of no use."

Old Master Ye was a wise man.

He understood what Jiangli meant.

At a glance, he could tell that the jade amulet Jiangli had taken out was of excellent quality.

He reached out and took it.

To his surprise, the Jade Token was warm to the touch.

Although there were rumors that warm jade felt heated, in reality, it was merely smooth—not cold.

A Jade Token that heated up immediately upon being held was something Old Master Ye had never encountered before.

Upon closer inspection, the jade was clear and free of any impurities.

Even without any carvings, it was instantly refreshing to the eyes, not an ordinary object at all.

Moreover...

Old Master Ye was unwell and had been continuously medicated in the hospital, feeling heavy and tired, with a bitter medicinal taste in his mouth.

The moment he touched the Jade Token, he felt a breeze sweep away the dust and impurities on his body, making him feel much lighter instantly.

It was as if a withered tree met the spring.

Old Master Ye was astounded. "Abbot, this Jade Token is an exceptionally rare treasure... this..."

"It’s not given to you for free," Jiangli stated bluntly. "One Jade Token for one million, no discounts."

Old Master Ye: "..."

Facing her piercing eyes, Old Master Ye burst into laughter. "Very good, very good. There will be no discount then. If the Abbot didn’t charge money, this old man would have been too scared to accept such a valuable item. But since the Abbot charges a fee, I will gladly accept the Jade Token and thank the Abbot for the generous offer."

"As I said, it’s not free, so it’s not to be considered a gift. Besides, you better think carefully about what I’ve told you."

Jiangli, seeing that her objective was attained, wore a smiling face, "As for the one million, you can ask the Fu Shiyan to contact our Xia Xin later and transfer the money to him. I still have other matters to attend to, so I’ll be leaving now."

With that, Jiangli waved her hand, ready to leave.

It was as though her visit was solely for the purpose of earning one million.

Fu Shiyan instinctively said, "Shall I accompany the Abbot?"

"No need."

Jiangli waved her hand at him. "The Old Master here is not without care, you see. You should tend to him first. I have another patient to check on. If everything is alright, I will go directly back to Jiaoyang Temple. Fu Shiyan, there’s no need to be polite."