Super Invincible Immortal Doctor
Chapter 1289: Boundless Dao Discussion

Chapter 1289: Chapter 1289: Boundless Dao Discussion

Capital City was engulfed in an unexpected storm, with clouds that blotted out the sun; a heavy rain suddenly shrouded the entire city.

The common folk, oblivious to what was happening, had closed their shops early and returned to their dwellings, while the few who were aware of the situation were shaking in trepidation, fearful that this inexplicable tempest might touch their lives.

In the heart of Capital City, within a siheyuan, several servants were gathering the delicate items that had been left to dry in the courtyard, whispering among themselves without the slightest hint of panic about the turmoil that had emerged so suddenly.

"Hey, do you know what’s going on? Which family has stirred up some big trouble now?"

"Who knows? Quite a lot has been happening in Capital City lately: The appearance of the Demonic Path, and those life-or-death battles at the Demon Slayer Department. There hasn’t been a quiet day. Fortunately, no matter how big the storm, it doesn’t reach our courtyard."

"That’s right. As long as the master is here, even if the sky falls, it won’t be a problem, not to mention that the young mistress has recently become a ’Land Immortal,’ as the legends say."

Hearing his companion speak so recklessly, another servant immediately covered his mouth, nervously warning, "Don’t speak carelessly!"

"What’s wrong?"

"Remember, here in the Ye Family, you can talk about many things, but if you truly want to stay here, it’s best not to utter a word about matters concerning the young mistress."

"Understood."

He spoke cautiously and then glanced back at the room behind them, whispering, "There’s so much commotion over there. Is the master really not going to check it out?"

"You don’t understand, do you? Although our master still holds significant influence, all matters of the Dragon Soul Department are now handled by the young master. Unless it’s something urgent, the master never shows himself. Besides, didn’t we have a guest today?"

Speaking of the guest, the two immediately thought of the strange old man who had dropped by unexpectedly.

Although he seemed amiable at a glance, the moment he stepped through the door, they felt the temperature within the courtyard drop, sending a chill down their spines. They couldn’t figure out why.

Inside the study of the siheyuan, an elder with graying hair was tidying up the tea set with adept hands.

After dealing with the tea set in an unadorned manner, he poured the brewed tea into a cup.

Ye Wujiang slowly pushed the teacup across to Master Cangqing, who expressed his gratitude with a salute and, after taking a sip and closing his eyes to savor the flavor, made a pleased comment.

"The Ye Family of Capital City spares no expense on tea leaves, it seems."

Master Cangqing joked.

"You jest, Master, even the finest tea cannot compare to that of Mount Qingcheng."

The tea from Mount Qingcheng was not only scarce in production but also famously superior. Some varieties even contained rare Spiritual Energy, benefiting both Martial Arts Practitioners and Cultivators greatly. In Xia Country, it always commanded a premium price.

"If Master Ye is fond of it, why don’t I send over a couple of jars in a few days?"

"That was once true, but I no longer govern the Dragon Soul Department."

"Oh, is that so? When I last visited Capital City, I recall you were in charge. How the years have passed. Indeed, Capital City seems to have changed quite a bit."

Master Cangqing remarked, tinged with nostalgia.

Sensing the underlying message in the other’s words, Ye Wujiang blinked and asked directly, "Master, let’s not beat around the bush. This visit isn’t just to talk about the art of tea, is it?"

"What? We can’t discuss that? I don’t have many old friends left in Capital City, can’t I just look for a place to rest?"

Master Cangqing retorted.

Ye Wujiang sighed at Master Cangqing’s obstinate tactics, "Master, why must it come to this? If Feng Jie Yu truly killed Long TingSheng, things will only become more unmanageable. There is still time to prevent it."

Ye Wujiang was well aware that Master Cangqing had sought him out at this crucial juncture, clearly aiming to detain him.

Yet he always failed to understand why Master Cangqing would act so, seeing it starkly contrasted with Cangqing’s usual way of conduct.

"In my earlier years, old Dao here simply wished to pursue the Dao, without meddling in the affairs of the world, always feeling that the battles for power and scheming would disturb my Dao Heart and halt my progress."

"Master, you are too modest. When it comes to the purity of Dao Heart, how many in this world can truly compare to you?"

Master Cangqing let out a light chuckle, took another sip of tea, and then continued, "Later on, I realized that I was wrong. Cultivators strive for the truth in pursuit of the Dao, but if there is no falseness, where does the truth come from?"

Ye Wujiang continued, "I am not a Cultivator; just a reckless Martial Artist, that’s all."

Master Cangqing waved his hand dismissively, "It’s all the same, all the same. If you weren’t in pursuit of the truth, why would you have stepped down from the position of Dragon Soul Department Master? Am I right, former Honored One?"

When Ye Wujiang heard this, his face finally grew stern, and he looked at Master Cangqing before saying in silence, "What exactly are you trying to say?"

As if he hadn’t heard Ye Wujiang’s words, Master Cangqing kept talking to himself, "What is truth? Being true to one’s heart is the truth. Master Ye, back then you could choose to let go of your obsessions and rein in at the brink, so today old Dao appears here to share tea with you."

"Master, you..."

"I give you a reason, and then you can sit here with me, at ease enjoying the tea. Why not be happy with that?"

Master Cangqing spoke with a smile, proactively picking up the tea pot to pour another cup of tea for Ye Wujiang.

Ye Wujiang remained silent, mulling things over for quite some time before saying, "But if I take action, at least Feng Jie Yu has a chance to survive, if it’s someone else..."

"Master Chang Chun is in seclusion, and the national fate of Xia Country is changing; he has to stay in seclusion regardless."

The battle between Zhao Shijue and Su Chengyu may seem like a clash of pride for Master Chang Chun, but in fact, he had no other choice.

If Zhao Shijue were truly defeated, with the stars shifting and the nation’s fate turning, as the Dean of the Imperial Observatory, his primary task would certainly be to stabilize the national fate.

Never mind Feng Jie Yu causing trouble in the Long family, even if someone directly invaded the heartland of Capital City, the Dean of the Imperial Observatory absolutely couldn’t spare the time to intervene.

"There is also the Lord National Master, and..."

"And what? Are you thinking about your daughter or... Yang Chengyin?"

The sudden mention of the name made Ye Wujiang’s expression shift slightly: "Qingci is probably going to find an excuse to hide away, right?"

Master Cangqing smiled and remained silent, not picking up the conversation. Cangqing did not care about Ye Wujiang’s attitude towards Ye Qingci; what interested him was the name that came after her.

"But even if it’s just Yang Chengyin acting alone, two against one, Feng Jie Yu wouldn’t stand a chance, a futile action."

"Is it? Why don’t I see it that way?" Master Cangqing spoke softly, sweeping his hand and a painting scroll of mountains and rivers appeared in front of them.

As Master Cangqing’s hand moved, the scroll enlarged continuously. Soon, the scene of Feng Jie Yu battling Long TingSheng appeared.

Ye Wujiang, observing the scene within the scroll of Feng Jie Yu dominating atop a giant serpent, suppressing Long TingSheng, furrowed his brows and said, "Feng Jie Yu, has she made a Breakthrough?"

"Once the knots of the heart are untied, the Mind State unfolds, and the Breakthrough naturally follows."

Hearing this, Ye Wujiang was even more startled and stood frozen in place. The shock of this statement seemed to be even more staggering to him than the news of Feng Jie Yu’s Breakthrough itself.

He looked up at Cangqing, suddenly lost in thought: "Has she found Su Zhedian?"