Chapter 108 - 106: Before the Seeking Immortality Temple

The suggestion from Xuan Tong stirred interest in both Director Li and Xuanxin.

They really couldn’t take much more of the wilderness environment.

It’s one thing to eat poorly, but they had to battle various insects every night, which was exhausting.

"Not appropriate!"

Elder Song rejected the idea without any hesitation, shaking his head firmly.

"We’ve already waited so long, what’s one more night?"

"If we go rashly, I’m afraid ’Zhenyuan’ Daoist might not be pleased."

Elder Song spoke unhurriedly.

If visiting in person could solve the issue, he would have done so long ago instead of waiting until now.

With current technology, it would be easy to pinpoint the location of ’Zhenyuan’ Daoist’s livestream.

But everything needs a proper reason!

As the saying goes, "No rules, no standards", things are more likely to succeed when done justly and properly.

Even meeting a stranger requires an introduction, let alone meeting an immortal practitioner?

Rashly visiting is impolite and fails to convey goodwill.

If the Religious Affairs Bureau were under his charge, he wouldn’t have concocted such messy plans like swapping Daoists.

Showing enough goodwill should naturally attract admiration from high-ranking individuals.

Unfortunately, some people just can’t wait!

Thinking of this, Elder Song couldn’t help but sigh.

"Elder Song is right, let’s wait a bit longer!"

Director Li thought it over and nodded helplessly.

After all, making contact with ’Zhenyuan’ was his top priority now.

If he angered the other party, he might as well retire early.

"Alright then!"

Xuanxin and Xuan Tong exchanged glances and nodded in agreement.

There was a trace of unwillingness on their faces.

They were eager to get in touch with ’Zhenyuan’ Daoist ahead of others.

To see if they could reap any benefits before anyone else.

However, before they left, Xuan Cheng had already warned them.

"You two, when you go to Seeking Immortality Temple, you must stay with Elder Song."

"If you dare to pull any tricks, don’t blame me for expelling you both from the Taoist registry!"

Recalling Xuan Cheng’s stern face made both of them shudder involuntarily.

Their success outside hinged entirely on the reputation of the Shangqing Tao.

If they were really expelled from the Taoist registry, the consequences would be unimaginable!

"This time, we must gain something from ’Zhenyuan’ to avoid future threats from that old man!"

"Senior brother, you are right! We’ve donated money and goods to the Shangqing Tao over the years, yet we haven’t gained a single benefit!"

Xuanxin and his companion huddled together, whispering softly.

The Sect Leaders of Taiyi Dao, Jingming Tao, and Louguan Tao were gathered there as well.

They had long handed over their sect affairs to others, aiming to inherit the Immortal Technique.

Compared to Director Li, Xuanxin, and Xuan Tong, their thoughts were more aligned with Elder Song.

Why visit someone when you haven’t even met them yet?

Especially with so many people going together, it seemed like a provocation!

"What do you think of what Qingfeng said in the Qingyun Hall?"

Among the three Sect Leaders, the youngest was from Jingming Tao, so he always spoke first.

"Does it matter if it’s true or false?"

"As long as he can give us a chance to meet ’Zhenyuan’ Daoist, that’s enough."

The Louguan Tao Sect Leader replied indifferently.

"Indeed!"

The Taiyi Dao Sect Leader echoed: "Even if his stories are all made up, it doesn’t change anything."

In their eyes, Qingfeng’s existence had only one important purpose.

That was to introduce them to ’Zhenyuan’ Daoist.

Nothing else mattered.

...

Even with high expectations, Elder Song and the others didn’t sleep a wink at night.

Everyone was quite old, so staying up all night left them visibly tired.

But mentally, they were extremely excited.

After dawn, they hurriedly tidied up, washed up quickly, and waited for ’Zhenyuan’ Daoist to appear.

During the long wait, a clear, sweet child’s voice suddenly reached their ears.

"Master... Master, will senior brother die so early?"

"Master... Master, should that high-ranking person save senior brother?"

"Master... Master, the delicious tea we drank earlier, was it also given by that high-ranking person?"

"Master... Master, do you think that high-ranking person can fly?"

"Master... Master, how much further do we have to go?"

"Master... Master..."

The girl’s voice was lovely, but it was like a verbal flood that never ended.

Truly, she was the talker’s talker!

From afar to nearby, from nearby to right in front, she spoke without stopping for a single minute.

"Brother Xuan Cheng!"

"Taoist Xuancheng!"

Elder Song and the others greeted with smiles.

The newcomers were Shangqing Tao’s Sect Leader Xuan Cheng, and his youngest female disciple, Qingyue.

"Huh? Where is Taoist Qingfeng?"

Director Li looked around several times but did not see the crucial figure Qingfeng.

Xuan Cheng smiled lightly: "He went ahead with ’Zhenyuan’ Daoist!"

Just as Xuan Cheng finished speaking, several white clouds suddenly floated above everyone’s heads, blocking the sunlight.

Everyone looked up puzzled at the clouds.

Then, each one of them displayed an expression of shock.

The clouds slowly moved and coalesced into eight large characters.

"Sincere individuals may enter freely!"

"This... truly is the handiwork of ’Zhenyuan’ Daoist!"

Elder Song exclaimed in astonishment.

The others were equally unable to contain their shock and excitement.

They had seen this scene before in videos.

But witnessing it personally was an entirely different matter.

No matter how clear a video is, it lacks the immersive impact of being there in person!

"What are you waiting for?"

"The Daoist has already allowed us inside!"

Xuanxin and Xuan Tong hurriedly moved forward upon seeing this.

They left Elder Song, Director Li, Xuan Cheng, and everyone else behind.

All they wanted now was to meet ’Zhenyuan’ Daoist before anyone else.

But just as they were about to reach Seeking Immortality Temple’s gate, a thunderous crash resounded, as thunder cracked open the sky!

A bolt of lightning suddenly exploded in the clouds, striking down directly...

Xuanxin and Xuan Tong fell in response, turning into two charred figures.

However, their chests were still rising and falling, and they occasionally let out soft moaning sounds, indicating they weren’t in grave danger.

"..."

Seeing this, the others pulled back the steps they were about to take.

What on earth is going on?

Weren’t we given permission to meet?

How did it result in lightning strikes?

"Master, let’s hurry inside!"

"Senior brother is definitely waiting for us inside!"

Qingyue tugged on her master Xuan Cheng’s sleeve, urging him to head into the temple.