Time flies, and ten years pass by like a white horse, never to return. In the past ten years, Li Changsheng had repeatedly persuaded Taoist Lingxu to change his mind and accept the protection of the freezing method. However, every time his persuasion was firmly rejected by Taoist Lingxu. As time went by, Li Changsheng gradually understood his master's firm determination and stopped mentioning the matter of freezing.
Li Changsheng and the others had always thought that it was only a matter of time before Taoist Lingxu's soul dissipated, and it would only take a few years at most. What surprised them was that Taoist Lingxu's soul had persisted until now and had not completely dissipated. However, Taoist Lingxu was too weak to communicate with them at this moment. His power of soul was almost exhausted and could completely dissipate at any time.
When the first ray of sunshine in the morning gently shone on the top of the Six Shadows Sect, shrouding the entire mountain in golden warmth, a group of four figures slowly appeared on the top of the mountain. Li Changsheng held the soul-nurturing gourd in his hand, with a solemn and solemn expression. He walked steadily at the front, and every step was full of respect and piety.
Following closely behind him was Fairy Fengling. Her figure was as light as a fairy, and every step she took was like walking on the clouds. Huang Daozhong and Sun Miaoyin followed closely behind, their faces full of solemnity and admiration. The four of them climbed up the stairs together, heading towards the highest point of the Six Shadow Sect.
When the four of them climbed onto the platform at the top of the mountain, Li Changsheng gently placed the soul-nurturing gourd in his hand on the stone surface of the platform, his movements filled with endless respect and piety. He took a deep breath, as if to calm his inner turmoil, and then slowly opened the lid of the soul-nurturing gourd.
The moment he opened the soul-nurturing gourd, an invisible air flow poured out from the gourd's mouth, as if carrying the vicissitudes and wisdom of Taoist Lingxu. Immediately afterwards, a golden soul the size of a thumb slowly floated out.
At this time, the golden spirit is no longer as dazzling as it used to be, and its light has become very dim, as if it may be extinguished at any time. This dim light makes people feel a deep sadness and helplessness, as if they see the fragility and impermanence of life. Li Changsheng and the others looked at this dim golden spirit, their hearts filled with endless sadness.
Suddenly, a weak and ethereal voice slowly sounded in the air, as if it was coming from the distant sky, but also like a whisper close at hand. Although this voice is weak, it is full of vicissitudes and wisdom, as if every word contains endless philosophy.
"Four little friends, I am leaving. At this moment, I have no regrets, and you don't need to feel sad for me. The cycle of life is just a natural law of the universe, and I have already prepared for the new one. journey."
Taoist Lingxu's words were full of calmness and calmness, as if he had transcended the boundaries of life and death and entered a higher realm. He continued: "Finally, I have nothing to give you. But I sincerely wish you all the best in your future journey."
"Disciple, I would like to send you my master's greetings. Disciple will remember the master's teachings in his heart and practice them throughout his life."
"Junior, I would like to send you my best wishes to senior Lingxu."
The group of four people watched quietly as Taoist Lingxu's soul gradually dimmed. The golden light that once illuminated their path slowly dissipated like the afterglow of the setting sun. That thumb-sized soul, like an ancient legend, gradually spread out and turned into countless tiny golden light spots, like bright stars in the night sky, emitting their last rays of light.
After a while, these golden light spots also disappeared with the wind, like meteors streaking across the sky, short and gorgeous. The existence of Taoist Lingxu, just like these light spots, completely disappeared from this world without leaving a trace, as if he had never appeared.
This disappearance made them feel a deep sense of powerlessness and loss, as if the end of an era and the end of a legend. Li Changsheng and the others watched this scene silently, their hearts filled with endless emotion and respect. They know that although Taoist Lingxu has left them, his teachings and blessings will always be with them and illuminate their path forward.
""Three of you, please go ahead. Li wants to stay here alone for a while. "
After hearing this, Fairy Fengling and the other three looked at each other in tacit understanding and said nothing more. They turned around quietly and left this sad place. They knew very well the profound master-disciple relationship between Li Changsheng and Taoist Master Lingxu, and this relationship could not be easily consoled by a few words. It might be more beneficial for Li Changsheng to be alone for a while, integrating with heaven and earth, allowing him to better face and accept this huge loss.
After they left, Li Changsheng sat helplessly on the ground as if his soul had been pulled out. He always thought that since his parents left, his heart had become as strong as iron, and no bonds could shake him anymore. However, after spending time with Taoist Lingxu for a long time, he realized that in this world, there are some emotions that cannot be let go no matter what.
Although hundreds of years ago, he already knew that Taoist Lingxu would one day disappear from the world, but when this day actually came, he still could not accept this cruel reality. His heart was filled with grief and loss, as if he had lost one of his closest family members. He sat quietly on the ground. At this moment, he seemed to have returned to the helpless moment when he lost his parents when he was young.
Li Changsheng sat alone from sunrise to sunset, his figure looking particularly firm in the afterglow. As time went by, his eyes gradually turned from grief to determination, as if he had experienced a spiritual baptism. The sadness at this moment has turned into an endless power, deeply imprinted in the depths of his soul.
Li Changsheng slowly raised his head and looked up at the boundless sky. The avenue was winding like a giant dragon, stretching across his eyes. This road is deep and vast, as if it passes through countless worlds and connects to the unknown other shore. Li Changsheng's eyes were full of firmness and determination. He clearly remembered Taoist Lingxu's heroic words back then, which were his deepest expectations as a master.
At this moment, a raging flame ignited in Li Changsheng's heart, and he decided to go to the mysterious fairy world on behalf of Taoist Lingxu to question those superior immortals. He wanted to ask them why they wanted to block the path to ascension for my human race and let them stop moving forward on the road of cultivation.
Li Changsheng bowed devoutly three times towards the direction where Taoist Lingxu disappeared. Each time he bowed, he was filled with endless respect and gratitude. Then, he suddenly stood up, with a calm and determined expression on his face, as if he was ready to meet any challenge.
He said firmly: "Master, although you have left, your teachings and expectations will always be with the disciple. The disciple is about to embark on a new journey to explore the closed road to ascension. Master, please rest assured, My disciple’s heart for the Dao has never changed, and he will never give up no matter what difficulties he encounters.”
His voice was full of determination and confidence, as if he had foreseen the bright future. He continued: "If there is a day of ascension, the disciple will definitely return here to inform the master and let the master know the disciple's achievements."
Li Changsheng's words were full of admiration and gratitude for Taoist Lingxu, and also expressed his determination for the future path. He knew that this was what his master wanted to see most, and it was also what he should pursue.
