"bona fide?"
Shi Long raised his brows and seemed to be slightly relaxed.
"That's right."
Xu Yi moved forward step by step, walked to Shi Long, and sat down.
There was a long table half a meter wide between the two of them, just a stone's throw away.
At this distance, if Shilong wanted to take action, he could blow Xu Yi's head off in an instant!
And with his perfect external skills in Zang training, even if he is a Qiao Qiao master, he is confident that the opponent cannot escape!
As one of the few warriors in the world who has cultivated both internal and external skills to the first-rate level, his combat power at close range is definitely capable of killing a master of acuity training!
The closer the distance, the greater the success rate.
For a distance of less than one meter, the success rate is as high as 80%!
But Shi Long looked at Xu Yi with a calm face and the feeling that the warrior's spiritual sense was still a ball of air, and he instantly let go of the little evil thoughts in his heart.
"I don't know what to call you?"
"Xu Yi."
"Xu Yi?"
Shi Long's expression remained unchanged, but he kept thinking about this name in his heart.
Although he has basically not been involved in Jianghu affairs in the past ten years, even the affairs of the martial arts school have been handed over to his disciple Dali.
Especially in the past three years, after receiving the "Secret of Immortality", I moved to this small courtyard alone without leaving home, and all my daily necessities were brought by my disciples.
But this does not mean that he has completely cut off information from the outside world.
At least he would still care about news about general trends in the world and about master-level figures.
But among the information he knew, there was no master of Qiao Lian named 'Xu Yi'.
If we do not take into account the possibility that the other party has given a false name, we also remove the issue of age.
'Could it be that he is a genius secretly cultivated by some hidden sect? '
'The surname is Xu... Could it be that he is a descendant of Xu Tianshi from the Jingming Dao lineage? '
Xu Tianshi, one of the four great heavenly masters of Taoism, is also known as Xu Zhenjun and Emperor Gantian. He is the founder of Jingming Taoism and Lushan Sect of Taoism.
"The Legend of Two Dragons of the Tang Dynasty" does not mention these forces, but this does not mean that they do not exist.
As a warrior with a good nature, Shi Long naturally knows more about this aspect than ordinary people.
'But as far as I know, hasn't Jingming Dao closed the mountain for some reasons? How come there are still descendants walking in the world? '
Shi Long was very puzzled. He had wanted to visit her many years ago, but was rejected. However, he also learned more information.
During the Eastern Jin Dynasty and the Southern and Northern Dynasties before the Sui and Tang Dynasties, Taoism almost reached its heyday thanks to the spread of the Five Pecks of Rice Religion.
At that time, no matter the Buddhist or the Demonic sect, they were all younger brothers in front of Taoism!
Even if the two join forces, they are no match for Taoism and are completely suppressed. I don't know about other worlds, but in this world and this period, Taoism can even control the replacement of imperial power.
It's a pity that it flourished but declined.
Because it was too powerful, Taoism was attacked by other forces. Not only Buddhism and the Demonic Sect attacked them, but even foreign enemies got involved.
The grassland forces in the northwest took advantage of the situation to attack, and the three forces joined forces to defeat Taoism, which was at its peak at the time.
In the end, even the imperial forces controlled by Taoism took the opportunity to counterattack. With heavy losses, many Taoist forces had no choice but to close the mountains and observe in isolation.
From this, the prosperity and development of Buddhist power ushered in.
If Taoism had not suffered this disaster, the rise of Buddhism would have been impossible.
'Could it be said that Taoism has recovered its vitality and is ready to make a comeback? '
Shi Long looked at Xu Yi, his calm face was already full of turbulence and climax.
the other side.
Xu Yi, who sensed Shi Long's thoughts, couldn't help but be speechless for a while.
I just said a name and you came up with so many things for me?
'However, maybe we can take advantage of the opportunity to borrow it...'
Xu Yi's thoughts swirled in his mind and he directly made some changes to the original plan.
"I wonder what the relationship is between Mr. Xu and Master Xu Tianshi of Wanshou Palace in Xishan (the main court of Jingming Taoism)?"
Shi Long thought for a while and asked directly.
Xu Yi looked calm and said calmly.
"It has nothing to do with it. I only represent myself."
"I see."
Shilong instantly expressed that he understood.
It doesn't matter, I understand!
'I guess this time, Mr. Xu, no, it should be Master Xu Xiaotian! '
'His actions are just personal opinions for the time being. The specifics will depend on subsequent changes in Buddhism and Demonism. '
So stable!
Shilong really couldn't understand this.
Do you see how stable he is after obtaining the "Secret of Immortality"?
Three years!
He never even went out to this small courtyard.
As the largest force in the world, even if it was about to come back, it would definitely not be possible to make a big splash. It was only reasonable to send a few representatives out to observe the situation first.
'Looking at it this way, the purpose of Master Xu Xiaotian coming to me...'
Shi Long's heart became inexplicably hot.
He is truly devoted to the Tao!
He has a strong and fanatical pursuit of Taoism. He has gone to deep mountains and ancient forests many times to look for traces of Taoism and wanted to join it, but unfortunately he was rejected all times.
Because of the disaster that year, Taoism is still in the stage of closing the mountains and licking its wounds. Even if it recruits people, it will only recruit those children, and will not recruit adults like Shi Long at all.
After all, who knows its origins and ingredients?
Taoism at this stage is really too sensitive and cautious.
Shilong searched for it for many years, but failed to gain any benefit. He could only come back in despair and opened this Shilong martial arts field.
But he didn't expect that now that he was already frustrated, some Taoist people took the initiative to look for him!
Chance!
This may be his biggest opportunity!
Shi Long resisted the urge to bow before him and spoke.
"Years ago, I went to Xishan and climbed to the Longevity Palace, hoping to see the heavenly master at that time. Unfortunately, I didn't get the chance to see him. This is the biggest regret in my life!"
There was a deep regret in his tone. This was not because he was pretending, but because he really felt regretful.
Of course, when he said this at this time, Shi Long naturally not only wanted to express his regrets, but also wanted to tell Xu Yi.
Master Xu Xiaotian!
Choose me!
I, Shilong, am devoted to the Tao!
Absolutely loyal!
"hehe."
Xu Yi smiled and avoided talking about this issue.
He himself is indeed quite interested in Shilong.
Shilong, who has first-class internal and external skills, both of which have reached the realm of innate perfection and visceral training perfection, is very suitable for practicing his "Martial Arts".
Coupled with the innate perfection warriors in this world, the general soul power is powerful. As the number one master in Yangzhou City, Shilong's soul power is even stronger than Yin Kaishan, reaching as much as ninety years.
Even if you can only use two or three tenths of this kind of soul power, it's still pretty good.
Once the other party switches to "Martial Arts", Xu Yi estimates that he only needs a little guidance to break through the second level of "Martial Arts".
That is to say - Qi training breaks through the Qi training, and body training breaks through the Marrow training.
Being able to reach these two realms at the same time, integrating internal and external skills, Shi Long's combat power in this world is probably one that can directly enter the first-class level among many masters who practice skills, second only to top masters such as Zhu Yuyan and Fan Qinghui. .
This is definitely a very good tool for people!
Before Xu Yi came, he had already thought of a series of ways to recruit the other party, but now it seemed... he didn't have to go to that trouble.
The environment has changed from a buyer's market to a seller's market. Xu Yi feels that he can change his identity a little.
"Master Shilong, do you know that you are in danger?"
"Huh? Xu Xiao, cough, what do Mr. Xu mean by this?"
Shi Long's expression changed, and he almost said the name in his heart.
Xu Yi continued to speak as if he hadn't noticed.
""Secret of Immortality", do you understand what I mean?"
"Huh? Mr. Xu, what does this mean? Shi doesn't quite understand!"
Shi Long's body tensed subconsciously, and his hand unconsciously touched his chest.
"Secret of Immortality".
This is my baby! !
Even the way he looked at Xu Yi changed from the friendly and warm look before and became alert.
Xu Yi glanced at him lightly and said.
"I know much more about the Secret of Immortality than you do. Don't worry, I'm not here to rob you."
Under Xu Yi's comfort, the negative emotions that had just risen quickly disappeared.
Shi Long's face also became a little embarrassed.
He forgot that "The Secret of Immortality" is a unique Taoist miracle. There are many Taoist masters in the annotations, including even senior masters of Jingming Tao!
This shows that at least for a period of time, "The Secret of Immortality" was controlled by Jingming Dao. He, a person who didn't even dare to write annotations, has what qualifications to say that this thing is his in front of the little Celestial Master of Jingming Dao? my own?
"I'm sorry, Mr. Xu, Mr. Xu, I'm too excited."
Shi Long slowly calmed down his emotions, and then in order to divert his embarrassment, he quickly asked.
"I wonder what the reason for the catastrophe that Mr. Xu said before was coming?"
Xu Yi didn't care, let alone hide it, and spoke directly.
"Emperor Yang Guang of the Sui Dynasty was obsessed with the Taoist alchemy method of immortality. Do you know this?"
"I've heard a little bit about this."
Shilong nodded slightly.
Although this is a palace secret, in order to further damage Yang Guang's reputation, this news has long been spread to everyone in the major families.
As a person who also yearns for immortality, bah, and the Tao, Shi Long naturally understands this news.
"But what does that have to do with me?"
Shilong asked with a puzzled expression.
"He already knows that the "Secret of Immortality" is in your hands, and has sent Yu Wenhuaji to ask for it from you! According to the schedule, he should have almost arrived by now."
Xu Yi said very directly.
Shi Long's expression suddenly changed, and he said in a panic.
"Yang Guang actually knew that the "Secret of Immortality" was in my hands, and sent Yu Wenhuaji, the top master of the Yuwen Clan, to come find me?"
No one knows better than him how much a person who is obsessed with longevity longs for the Taoist miracle "Secret of Immortality".
You know, after obtaining the "Secret of Immortality", in order to understand its secrets, he did not leave this small courtyard for three years.
Now that Yang Guang is eyeing him, is it possible for him to keep the "Secret of Immortality"?
Shi Long's face was uncertain.
Although he is known as the number one master in Yangzhou City and is not considered a weakling in the world, he is still very clear about his position.
I know that I don't have the absolute ability to defend the "Secret of Immortality" in front of a real master.
Yuwen clan is one of the four great clans in the world today. Although it is not that famous in the world because it is more involved in the court, it is one of the four clan clans after all!
The Lingnan Song Clan, one of the four great clans, has its top master, Heavenly Sword Song Que, who is known as the number one disciple of the Grand Master.
Yu Wenhuaji, as the first person among the younger generation to emerge in the Yuwen Clan in recent years, and the actual number one master after Yuwen Shang retired, even if he is not as good as Song Que, he is definitely the best among the Qiao Qiao masters.
With his strength, it would be impossible to defeat Ubukaji.
Especially when Shi Long thought that Yangzhou General Manager Yu Chisheng and Yu Wenhuaji were distant relatives, and would receive full support in Yangzhou City, he was afraid that he would not even be able to escape!
"Please Master Xu, teach me!"
Shilong bowed down to worship.
There was no way, he thought again and again, but he couldn't think of any chance of survival.
For this reason, only the mysterious Master Xu Xiaotian in front of him can possibly save him!
"Master Shilong, please rest assured, I'm here just for this matter. It's nothing to worry about. It's just a simple matter."
Xu Yi's expression was calm and he spoke calmly.
"Thank you so much, Mr. Xu!"
Shilong looked overjoyed and paid homage again.
During this process, he struggled a lot in his heart and suddenly stretched his hand into his arms.
I can’t bear to let the child catch the wolf!
He decided to dedicate "Secret of Immortality" to Xu Yi as his certificate of submission!
But before he could take out the "Secret of Immortality", a cold snort suddenly sounded.
"Hmph! What an unknown rat! How dare you say such arrogant words!"
"who?"
Shi Long's expression changed.
Listening to this voice, it was obvious that the other party was not far away from him, and based on his perception alone, he could not detect any breath.
It wasn't until he spoke that he felt the other person's presence.
Master!
This is definitely a master who is stronger than him!
Shi Long instantly established this definition in his mind.
His internal and external skills have reached the level of innate perfection and are stronger than him. Needless to say, the opponent's strength must be at the level of a master!
What happened to his small courtyard? There had been no movement in the past ten years, and now two powerful men at least at the master level of Qiao Lian suddenly arrived.
Shi Long sighed in his heart, and then the second thought came up.
Who is this master who suddenly appears?
He was not made to guess, nor was he made to wait.
A whistling sound was heard, and a figure followed by a voice entered the small manor.
"I don't change my name when I walk, and I don't change my surname when I sit down. I am Yu Wenhua!"
(End of chapter)
