Under One Person: The Seeker of the Dao in the Lü Family

Chapter 131 The Sword Immortal Arrives Riding a Crane, Lü Qian of Wudang Greets the Celestial Master

"Celestial Master, do not be hasty, this humble Taoist is here!"

"唳~"

High above, the spirited voices of the young people, accompanied by the melodious and elegant cry of the crane, echoed throughout the entire venue on the back mountain, reaching the ears of everyone present and drawing all eyes to the sky.

The old master's smile froze on the high platform, but he still helplessly raised his head and looked up at the sky with the others.

In the sky, a huge white crane flew out from the misty clouds.

"唳~"

Amidst the veil of clouds and mist, the white cranes appeared graceful and elegant, their wings beating against the void as they gradually spiraled downwards. Gentle breezes swept in from the high heavens, brushing across the verdant hillside.

A gentle breeze, carrying the cool and refreshing air of the high sky, caused the clothes and hair of everyone present to flutter, and their minds to sway along with it. They couldn't help but squint their eyes and carefully observe the white crane high in the sky.

As the white crane descended, everyone could see its appearance more clearly. It was pure white with a line of black feathers along the edges of its wings. It was tall and slender, truly a crane whose "frost-covered feathers are untouched by mud, descending from the heavens."

"There's someone on that crane's back!"

As the white crane soared into the air, some sharp-eyed individuals in the crowd noticed a glint in their eyes. Upon seeing a Taoist priest with a sword on his back sitting cross-legged on the white crane, they exclaimed in surprise.

"Hahaha......"

"In the morning, I go to Mount Tai to obtain the golden sun; in the evening, I arrive at Longhu to capture the green waters."

"The interplay of Yin and Yang has forged my path; now I come from Wudang to attend this gathering."

Before the crowd below could react, the sword-wielding Taoist priest began chanting a verse in mid-air.

The other person's voice was clear and loud, and the youthful spirit in it, along with the rhythm of the utterances, spread throughout the entire venue.

The singing was like a resounding bell, but while it was deeply moving, it lacked the solemnity and grandeur that would be expected. Instead, it was more unrestrained and natural, stirring the emotions of everyone present.

Among the crowd, some were filled with enthusiasm, some were filled with anxiety, and some were filled with distress.

A golden light flashed in the old master's eyes, further confirming the identity of the newcomer. Although he felt somewhat distressed, he stroked his beard and laughed at the sight of the other party's lively display.

"Patriarch Lü, you young man have made such a grand spectacle on my Longhu Mountain. Don't forget to settle your appearance fee with the Celestial Master's Mansion later."

Zhang Zhiwei turned his head and smiled at Lü Ci beside him, making a joke.

"Yes, yes, we must give face to the Old Master."

At this moment, Lü Ci didn't even look at the old celestial master. He laughed loudly as he looked at the white crane slowly descending in mid-air and waved his hand dismissively.

His appearance drew some disdain from Wang Ai beside him, but his small eyes were also fixed on the Taoist riding a crane in mid-air, his face full of envy.

As she watched, Wang Ai's eyes lit up, and she smiled as she asked the absent-minded Lü Ci, "Hedgehog, are we sworn brothers?"

"Yes, yes, yes..."

"You said it yourself."

Hearing Lü Ci's half-hearted reply, Wang Ai didn't take it to heart. She happily tapped her cane, feeling very pleased. "Then your great-grandson is also my great-grandson."

Thinking this, his gaze toward the white crane grew even more fervent.

It is said that "when one person attains enlightenment, even his chickens and dogs ascend to heaven."

Although no one in the Wang family has attained enlightenment, it would be easy for them to become the "chickens and dogs" who ascend to heaven.

"唳~"

Swirling down in the air, carried by a gentle breeze, the white crane cried out once more before flying low towards the ground.

When the crane was two zhang above the ground, a golden light flashed on its body, and the Taoist sitting on its back disappeared into the dazzling golden light.

The golden light flashed by in the blink of an eye, flowing and dazzling, and in an instant it flew from the white crane in mid-air to the ground, leaving a faint golden glow in the void that dissipated with the wind.

The light was dazzling and the golden light slowly dissipated after landing, gradually revealing the figure of the young Taoist. He carried a dark, iron-like peach wood sword on his back, wore a golden crown and black turban on his head, a jade hairpin on his head, and wore a purple robe embroidered with various landscapes and Taoist patterns.

As the golden light dissipated, the Taoist priest was revealed. He was handsome and aloof, like a banished immortal descending to earth; yet he was also humble and gentle, like a virtuous gentleman among mortals.

"唳~"

The white crane circled in mid-air and landed behind the Taoist. Its wings gradually folded, and as it flapped its wings, it created gusts of wind that gently lifted the Taoist's clothes and hair, making the Taoist even more dazzling.

"Lu Qian of Wudang greets the Celestial Master of Zhengyi!"

"Greetings, esteemed seniors."

The young Taoist priest, holding a Tai Chi-style fist salute, stood in front of the crowd and respectfully bowed to the old Celestial Master on the high platform.

"Grand Master Zhou Meng has ordered me to come and assist in the rituals and participate in the Luotian Grand Ceremony. Please give me your instructions, Grand Master."

"Good, good, you're really something, you have ideas."

The old Celestial Master looked down at Lü Qian, put down his hand that was stroking his beard, and exclaimed loudly, "You've arrived riding a crane! Even just for the sake of such a grand entrance, I must give you a proper welcome."

As he spoke, he pointed to the mahogany box beside him, "Since you came prepared, there's no need for me to say anything more."

"yes!"

Lu Qian rolled up his sleeves, turned around and pulled out a slip of paper from a mahogany box beside him, then withdrew.

"This disciple takes his leave."

The old celestial master on the high platform watched as Lü Qian led the white crane back into the crowd, nodded, and then winked at Ding Shian behind him.

"Master Uncle, I also wish to participate in the Luo Tian Grand Ritual to enhance the reputation of our Celestial Master's Mansion."

Having received the old master's secret signal, Ding Shian walked off the stage. His steps were steady, and his aura was natural and harmonious, without the ferocity he had shown in the past.

He is now like a deep pool of water, calm on the surface, making it impossible to know its depths.

Ding Shian reached out and pulled a slip of paper from the mahogany box, then retreated into the crowd.

Seeing this, the old master nodded. "Alright, everyone should be here now. I won't go into the rules. Please be patient and prepare yourselves. The first round of the competition will begin soon."

Then, he turned around and led the Ten Elders down from the high platform, heading towards the back mountain.

……

Among the crowd, Xu San and Xu Si frowned as they watched Lü Qian and Ding Shian.

Xu Si held the cigarette tightly in his mouth, the lit cigarette emitting wisps of smoke, but he had no desire to smoke it anymore.

He said, as if squeezing the words out from between his teeth, "This is a huge problem."

"Fourth Brother, who is that Wudang Taoist priest who came up ahead? He's making such a big fuss, aren't you going to do anything about it?"

"Manage? Manage my ass."

Xu Si blew a puff of smoke at Zhang Chulan, who was speaking obsequiously, "He hasn't revealed himself to ordinary people. With his background and strength, he's someone that the company can't suppress just by using rules."

"【Sword Immortal】【True Martial Demon Lord】, kid, you go and find out about it first, I'll go discuss it with San'er..."

As he spoke, he put his arm around Xu San, whose face was solemn, and walked to the side.

"I know that person."

"What did you say, Bao'er?"

Feng Baobao looked at Zhang Chulan with a somewhat blank expression. "A few years ago, because of him, Gouwazi had a good rest for a while, and during that time, Gouwazi's Qi flowed much better."

Hearing this nonsensical answer, Zhang Chulan sighed as expected, "Fine, I shouldn't have asked you."

"Star Eyes, Hidden Dragon, do you know them?"

"Zhang Chulan, you didn't know?"

Zanglong adjusted his glasses, closed the fried chicken in his hand, and turned to open the online gambling platform he had started.

"That's the kind of person who became a demon lord with his fists and a sword immortal with his sword."

"This gentleman is coming, but I didn't receive any news. Oh no, I might have to pay compensation this time..."

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