webnovelfull Chapter 257 The Old Master's Invitation
Chapter 257 The Old Master's Invitation
The old Taoist priest's voice was calm and powerful, interrupting the discussion in the room.
When Su Chen and others saw the old Taoist priest coming, they all bowed to him respectfully.
The old Taoist nodded and walked towards Zhang Chulan.
"Chu Lan, how is your injury?"
Zhang Chulan quickly stood up. Although he was still feeling a little unwell, he still tried his best to show respect to the old Taoist priest.
"Master, why are you here?"
Zhang Chulan asked, with a hint of surprise in his tone.
The old Taoist priest smiled slightly, his eyes were deep, as if he could see through people's hearts.
"I heard that you woke up, so I came to see you. Your performance this time is really impressive.
But I'm more concerned about your thoughts.
Two days later, it will be the day to teach the Heavenly Master. "
Zhang Chulan was silent for a while, then spoke slowly.
"Grandpa, I...I haven't thought about it yet.
I don’t know if I am suitable to be a Heavenly Master, nor do I know if I can bear this responsibility.”
The old Taoist nodded, as if he was not surprised by Zhang Chulan's hesitation.
“Chu Lan, becoming a Heavenly Master is not only an honor, but also a responsibility.
It means that you have to shoulder the responsibility of protecting the people of the world and maintaining order in the alien world.
This is not an easy task, and not everyone is capable of doing it.”
Zhang Chulan took a deep breath, he knew that the old master was telling the truth.
“I understand, Master.
I just... I just want to find out what happened to my grandfather and find out the truth."
The old Taoist's eyes softened a little.
"Chu Lan, I know something about your grandfather.
He was a great man and everything he did was to protect those around him.
However, there are some things that you cannot solve alone.
You need more strength, more support.”
Zhang Chulan knew that there was a deeper meaning in the old Taoist's words.
If he relies on himself alone, even if he knows the truth, what can he do? He will not be able to fight against it on his own.
Zhang Chulan didn't know what he would face in the future.
But what he knew was that as long as he had his good brother Su Chen, he would not fall into crisis.
"Master, I am willing to listen to your advice. However, I need time to think about it."
The old Taoist nodded to show his understanding.
“You can take your time to think about it, Chu Lan.
But remember, no matter what decision you make, it must be true to your heart and to your grandfather's expectations."
After saying this, the old Taoist priest stood up and prepared to leave.
But when he reached the door, he turned around and said to Zhang Chulan.
"Chu Lan, remember, no matter which path you choose, Grandpa will support you."
Hearing this, Zhang Chulan breathed a sigh of relief.
With Zhang Chulan's personality, he would probably get sick if he worked as a Taoist priest in Longhu Mountain for his entire life.
Before leaving, the old master seemed to remember something and spoke to Su Chen alone.
"Su Chen, come with me to the Tianshi Mansion."
Everyone present was puzzled. When did Su Chen and the old Taoist priest become so close?
Su Chen was also a little surprised. The Luotian Grand Ceremony had already come to an end. Could it be that the old Taoist priest had other ideas?
Without thinking any more, Su Chen followed the old Taoist priest and left.
Wang Ye looked at Su Chen's departing back curiously and said thoughtfully.
"Who has a better chance of winning, Su Chen or the old Taoist priest?"
Zhuge Qing on the side looked at Wang Ye in disbelief, patted him on the shoulder and said.
"Old Wang, what nonsense are you talking about!
How could Su Chen be a match for the old Taoist priest?
Besides, why compare Su Chen and the old Taoist priest? There is no comparison at all."
After hearing what Zhuge Qing said, Wang Ye shook his head.
“That’s wrong, that’s not necessarily true.
If I have the chance, I will go and test the old master's true strength."
Zhuge Qing was speechless.
"Old Wang, are you crazy or stupid?
Challenging the old Heavenly Master, is it possible that he has gone astray in his Feng Hou Qi Men training?"
The king did not respond, but just pondered alone.
……
Back mountain, Tianshi Mansion.
The old Taoist priest brewed a cup of fine tea for Su Chen.
The fragrance of tea is everywhere, making people feel refreshed both physically and mentally.
Su Chen quickly took the teapot and gestured that he would do it.
"Master, how dare I ask you to pour tea for me."
The old Taoist waved his hand and did not hand the teapot to Su Chen.
"Heroes emerge young, you deserve me to pour tea for you."
Su Chen was puzzled as to why the old Taoist priest said such things for no reason.
"Grandpa, what are you doing..."
The old Taoist priest gestured to Su Chen to taste the tea first.
Su Chen picked up the teacup and took a sip.
I just felt a mellow tea aroma spreading on the tip of my tongue. The taste was slightly bitter at first, and then turned into a long-lasting sweetness.
The tea, with a soft aroma, went down the throat and into the lungs, refreshing the whole person.
Su Chen couldn't help but exclaimed: "The tea fragrance is pure and distant, and the tea taste is mellow and sweet. It is worthy of being a treasure of Tianshi Mansion."
The old Taoist priest looked at him with a smile and spoke slowly.
“Although the Luotian Grand Ceremony has ended, I am still impressed by your performance.
Your strength, wisdom, and loyalty to your friends are rare."
Su Chen responded modestly: "You are too kind, Master."
The old Taoist priest turned around, his eyes sharp.
“I know you are not an ordinary person, and your background and strength are full of secrets.
But what matters to me is not your past, but your future.
Su Chen, are you willing to become the Heavenly Master of Longhu Mountain?"
Su Chen was shocked. He didn't expect the old master to make such a request.
He was silent for a moment, then spoke slowly.
“Grandpa, I am now an employee of Nadutong, and it seems against the rules to join Longhushan.
What’s more, he is the Heavenly Master of the Heavenly Master Mansion…”
The old Taoist priest shook his head gently and stroked his long beard.
"It doesn't matter. If you want to enter Longhu Mountain, even if Zhao Fangxu comes, he can't do anything to me."
Su Chen was secretly shocked.
Who is Zhao Fangxu? He is the chairman of a company that knows everything.
But even so, even if the chairman himself comes, he has to give the old master some face.
Doesn’t this mean that the old master is clearly trying to steal people from the company?
If I cause a rift between Longhushan and Nadutong because of me, it would be a waste of time.
Su Chen did not directly answer the old master's question, but spoke in a roundabout way.
"Thank you for your kindness, Master, but this is a serious matter, and I need to think about it."
The old Taoist nodded and did not force Su Chen to make any decision. He spoke with a meaningful look in his eyes.
“The alien world seems peaceful now, but in fact, undercurrents are surging and various forces are intertwined.
As a giant of the righteous path, Longhu Mountain will be the first to bear the brunt.
I want to talk to you about the situation in this alien world."
Su Chen's heart trembled, and his expression became solemn: "Grandpa, you mean..."
The old Taoist priest stood up, walked to the window, looked at the mountains outside, and his tone became deep.
“That Quan Xing has become more and more rampant in recent years, and there seems to be a mysterious force behind it.
There are also some families and sects that are secretly plotting their own interests. The balance of the alien world is facing a severe test."
Su Chen frowned.
“Quan Xing has committed many evil deeds, which is indeed a major hidden danger.
But shouldn't other families and sects also follow the rules of the alien world?"
The old Taoist priest turned around and looked at Su Chen.
“There are rules, but people’s hearts are unpredictable.
Some people, for their own selfish desires, are willing to break the rules and stir up disputes.”