Chapter 356: Have I, Chen Ming, Been Scared of my Disciple?
Chen Ming could only get a rough estimate, nothing more nothing less.
I need to talk to the nearby starsâ immortal, then Iâll see to it.
The more he understood the Heavenly Imperial Dao Cannon the more precise and detailed calculations he could make.
With Li Suyi, Ling Xian as well as no few warring disciples, Chen Ming led his party just outside Obsidian Temple.
More than twenty Earth Immortals were waiting for him.
Regardless of Chen Mingâs offered help, with Yan Mountainâs power, swallowing them was but a childâs play. It was better to submit.
Yan Mountain was, in a way, the local tyrant in this region, and it was always better to come forward in expressing oneâs standing.
This display had this purpose in mind.
Theyâre voices overlapped, âWe welcome Yan Mountain Mountain Lord to the feast!â
Followed by many bows along with their own disciples.
Chen Ming nodded, âNo need to be so courteous, letâs join the feast.â
Chen Ming went after Feng Lu into the side hall. As for why here? It wasnât of disrespect for his new status, but that the main hall was consecrated to Buddha.
Feng Lu bowed as they entered, âPlease go in, Mountain Lord!â
Chen Ming smiled, âTo this extent?â
âThe fact we survived this time is all thanks to Yan Mountainâs efforts, defender of righteousness. If not for a wise and outstanding military skill of the Mountain Lord, who has the worldâs good at heart, we would have been doomed! I can only follow after Mountain Lord.â
The others echoed, âWith the poor state of the paths, people are suffering, yet Mountain Lord is such a selfless immortal. The least we can do is let Mountain Lord go first!â
Chen Mingâs eyes roamed the crowd. The Earth Immortals had reverence in their bearing, while the younger generation, girls in particular, watched him with heated gazes.
Am I that good?
But he didnât refuse either, accepting everyoneâs respect.
Chen Ming took the first step and saw many tables for ten, but the highest table was a square one.
En, the dishes arenât bad and look tasty.
But who knows if itâs enough for ten.
Chen Ming picked a random spot, but Feng Lu led him to the high table, hands in prayer, âMountain Lord, please sit!â
In Chen Mingâs heart, This is one special treatment!
Chen Ming took the seat of honor and Feng Lu bowed towards his disciples, âPlease sit!â
They were placed on either side of Chen Ming.
Chen Mingâs thoughts, I was feeling happy having the table all to my self. Why did you have to bring these dunces too?
He didnât show it though, to avoid letting the two dunces think he hated them.
Only now did the rest of the Earth Immortals took their seats. He saw from their position that the strongest were closest to him. He guessed Li Suyi and Ling Xianâs position had to do with their merits in the war. They were only in the Transcending realm yet they received high treatment.
But of course, donât these dunces use immortal beasts when they attack?
That was equal to an immortalâs power, though barely.
An Earth Immortal stood up, after much deliberation, and bowed to him, âI heard Yan Mountain has five sect leaders, all of the outstanding talent. Why only two have come? Is our reception lacking?â
Fear swept the crowd. They had more than just veneration for Yan Mountainâs power. Two sect leaders were enough to sweep the tide, yet it had three more at home.
Chen Ming smiled, âItâs no bother. My head disciple is in seclusion, fourth disciple and fifth disciple have matters they cannot delay. With Yan Mountain in disorder, I wasnât assured until I left two disciples to maintain it.â
The Earth Immortal sat, âI see.â
The first thought that came to Chen Mingâs mind was to make Ling Xian leave. He didnât want to stay in the Mind-numbing Auraâs range if he could help it!
But then he saw how hard at work he was in dealing with the tide and let him have it, this time.
Being so close to him for the first time filled the said disciple with endless joy. Master doesnât avoid me. He even offered him spiritual fruit with chopsticks, âMaster, this fruit smells great. Itâs also dipped in honey, giving it a wonderful taste. It melts in the mouth, sour blending with sweet, crunchy and tasty!â
Chen Ming declined to comment and gave it a try. I say, the taste is not bad at all. Especially this candied fruit, sour, not too much, yet perfect.
The cultivators proceeded to rise and toast to him, âIt was thanks to Mountain Lordâs grace that we survive this ordeal. Thank you, Mountain Lord!â
Chen Ming didnât put on a self-important air, getting up also, âFor victory!â
Downing the wine in one go, another one said, âIn this war, Second Sect Leader led the army, dauntless in every battle. You are the one that brought peace to our hearts and lands. Thank you, Second Sect Leader!â
Ling Xian stood, âI did what everyone would do!â
Then came Li Suyiâs turn, âThird Sect Leader, you worked hard, fighting your way through ten stars, sweeping the tide and saving the people. We thank Third Sect Leader!â
Li Suyi stood calmly, neither happy nor sad, and drank his cup.
They knew by now of his character and werenât angry but happy instead.
Chen Ming dug into his food. As for toasting? Arenât these two dunces aces in drinking? Let them have it.
Cups were raised, celebrating this momentous victory.
One Earth Immortal arrived with great care before Chen Ming, âMountain Lord has always worked hard in cultivation. My humble self has two daughters, twins, growing to be elegant and charming, graceful and feminine, and 18 of age. They admire Mountain Lord with fervor and wish to attend to Mountain Lord as his swords!â
Chen Ming eyed the ninety-year-old man, So old yet has two 18-year-old daughters. He must still be filled with life!
Chen Ming reckoned it had to be those twins who stared at him. Ah, twins, just hearing about it is very enticing!
But he didnât look for them, thinking they must have fallen for him.
They wonât last long if I take them!
Over the entire Yan Mountain, besides Zhuo Qingyao, it will only be just those two girls!
And Zhuo Qingyao would argue injustice, driving home her point that Li Suyi and Ling Xian were still young and rash. Their Dao Heart was frail, prone to be corrupted by worldly affairs, led astray by womanly charms. That was why there were no girls on Yan Mountain branch, or man for that matter.
Iâm afraid they wonât last beyond the third day.
Since when have I, Chen Ming, ever been afraid of my disciple? For Ling Xian and Li Suyiâs happiness, I would risk it all!
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