Return From The Immortal World
Chapter 1149: The Rejection
After returning to the Fast Leisure and Relaxation Motel, Tang Xiu met Jin Shi, who quickly rushed over, and Wolf Head, who seemed to have been drunk a lot since he smelled of alcohol, although the man was still as energetic as before while waiting for Tang Xiu.
"How about, Sect Master?" Wolf Head asked, his eyes flashing brilliantly.
“I originally thought that Zhus who was supposed to be the first family in He Province would know more about the Floating Snow Chateau. But after directly asking Zhu Xinghe, I finally knew that she did not know much about them either. Well, it looks like I have to go there myself to find out the details. ”
"Let me go with you, Sect Master," Jin Shi said.
Tang Xiu thought about it, then shook his head afterward. "No. Call Xiaoxue and tell her to come alone! Also, it's better if he can arrive before tomorrow night. "
"Understanding," Jin Shi replied respectfully.
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Lianying County was only about 100 km away from Zheng City and the place could be said to be secluded compared to the latter. The natural environment here, however, is huge, surrounded by hills and rivers with natural beauty that is a feast for the eyes. Precisely at that location was built a seemingly ordinary mountain village.
Known as the Floating Snow Chateau, the chateau itself covers a large area of more than 10 football fields added together. The buildings here are not of modern construction and they all consist of antique pavilions. Only a few pavilions were faintly visible from the outside, and almost no one could see that there were other antique pavilions amidst the dense forest. Other than the third floor with the attic in the middle, the other pavilions only had two floors.
The three-story loft in the middle was ruled as a forbidden place in the entire Floating Snow Chateau. Even the surrounding eight second floors also belonged to the forbidden zone because of that. Except for those with a special identity in the chateau, no outsiders were allowed to enter. Even Xue Mengdie, the Vice Master Chateau, needed to send a notification in advance if she wanted to enter.
Night had arrived to replace the day and a cold wind blew as two blurred figures descended from the sky and instantly disappeared into the lush forest. It was early winter and the fallen leaves from the trees around Zheng City could be seen fluttering everywhere. However, the manor complex seems to be in spring decorated with shades of green trees. Even the garden in the middle of the tree produces colorful blooming flowers with many birds chirping and wandering along with various butterflies.
"It makes things a little interesting."
In the forest, Tang Xiu looked at the surrounding environment and a smile appeared on his face.
"This place has obviously been changed by an array, the Grand Master," Gu Xiaoxue commented. "We should be in it now, so we should probably make an effort not to make anyone worry here."
Tang Xiu's expression changed, but then he shook his head. "unneeded. We've been found because a lot of people are coming in this direction. It seemed that those who monitored this array could detect anyone who broke through it. Therefore, there is no need for us to do anything about it. ”
After saying that, he took out the zither from the interspatial ring. Gu Yan'er gave him this zither. His entire body was carved from warm jade while the strings were forged from the tendons of the flood dragon tendons. It could be said that this lute was an extremely extraordinary artifact.
Suddenly, a tea table and a small stool appeared in front of Tang Xiu. He then took a seat and placed the zither on the tea table in front as his finger immediately stroked the strings.
Ting, ting …
The sound of notes flowing out was like water flowing from Tang Xiu's fingertips. It was the syllable "Salut's Invitation to the Devil". The note was melodious and pleasant to hear, causing many people throughout the Floating Snow Chateau to turn their gazes towards Tang Xiu at this moment. Many of those who were proficient in music even looked even more surprised.
Inside the three-story loft.
Xue Wuhen was sitting cross-legged in cultivation on a pillow with his eyes closed. Eight chalcedonies were placed around him, neatly arranged according to the Five Elements and Eight Trigram Divinatory. Its function seemed to resemble the function of the Spiritual Energy Gathering Array, in terms of being able to gather the world's spiritual energy, resulting in an extremely high concentration of spiritual energy in this place.
"imm?"
Xue Wuhen's closed eyes instantly opened when a zither tone entered his ears. Her graceful figure then flickered and appeared next to the window. His eyes seemed as if they could pierce through the dark veil that night to see that person playing the zither within the array of the forest.
"This melody ?!"
Another figure quietly appeared next to Xue Wuhen. Her pretty eyes also focused towards the forest.
Slightly glancing to the side, Xue Wuhen said, "The musical achievement of this fellow is much higher than mine. His sitar drama is almost at the top. I've heard your game and can say that no one can be on par with this guy except you. "
"Ughhh!" Han Qingwu sighed and said, "Go! He's not here for me. It is very likely that the person he is looking for is you. ”
"Do you know that guy?" Xue Wuhen was astonished and surprised.
"No one other than him in this world can possess the zither skill," Han Qingwu said. “Wuhen, remember my words. You better obey whatever he asks of you. You have to be respectful in front of him and don't make him angry. "
Xue Wuhen trembled slightly and asked in disbelief, “Taois Han, is he a very scary person? Who is he and what is his identity? "
"You'll know his identity later." Han Qingwu forced a smile and said, "But I can't tell you whether she is scary or not. I can only tell you one thing — its strength is not at all below mine. ”
“I've always wanted to see him in my dreams, but ... I'm afraid .. he'll never want to see me. Since he doesn't want to see me, why should I go out to see him and make him angry? "Murmured Han Qingwu faintly.
Xue Wuhen instantly realized that there was some sort of special yet special relationship between Han Qingwu and the person playing the zither. Otherwise, it would have been very easy for Han Qingwu to meet anyone who gave her such terrifying strength.
Whooshing sound…
A graceful figure flickered and Xue Wuhen appeared in rows in the forest. His vision instantly focused on Tang Xiu, who was still playing the zither. He immediately recognized his identity when he saw it. She changed her appearance as she participated in the battle against the demonic beasts in the Himalayas and witnessed Tang Xiu's elegant and graceful demeanor there.
Even she herself could not help but feel touched after meeting Tang Xiu regardless of how proud she was of a woman. Unfortunately, after she sent some people to investigate, she learned that Tang Xiu had many lovers, so she could only feel regretful and let go of the feelings that were beginning to grow.
A moment after, his eyes were fixed on Gu Xiaoxue and felt a little astonished and shocked even though she was also a woman.
The song finally ended.
Tang Xiu slowly looked up and his gaze swept across the barefooted woman in front. He instantly took back the tea table, zither, and stool to the interspatial ring and cupped his fists. “I take the freedom to visit. I hope you don't mind. "
"It is an honor for me that Daoist Tang can visit my humble abode," Xue Wuhen replied with a smile.
"Do you know me?" Tang Xiu asked with a smile.
"It was a long time after we met in the Himalayas" Xue Wuhen replied. "But Daoist Tang's graceful demeanor still remained in mind."
Tang Xiu tried hard to remember it, but he could not remember where and when he saw this Floating Snow Charm Master in the Himalayas. He quietly shook his head and said, “Chateau Master Xue is joking. It never occurred to me that a place like the Floating Snow Chateau was here. May I know which sect or school Chateau Master Xue belongs to? ”
"I don't belong to any sect." Xue Wuhen shook his head and said, "I have just inherited a family legacy that has been passed down for 12 generations."
"Small yet hidden in the mountain, great yet hidden in the city." Tang Xiu nodded and said, "It seems that Village Master Xue is indeed a resourceful and powerful person. You even have this place covered by an array. It's amazing."
"Please don't praise too much, Daoist Tang. I've seen your line up in the Himalayas, which makes me feel ashamed. ”Xue Wuhen forced a wry smile. "I think you can directly destroy the array I have arranged here if you want to do so."
Tang Xiu simply smiled lightly without denying and replied instead, "By the way, is Chateau Master Xue really a roving cultivator?"
"That's right." Xue Wuhen nodded.
"So you said, You are not related to any other sect, cultivator, or power?" Ask Tang Xiu again.
“I never like to show myself in public and hate problems more.” Xue Wuhen shook his head and explained, “Especially in the last few decades, I only left the chateau twice. Therefore, I have nothing to do with other powers. "
"That's great, then." Tang Xiu nodded.
"After all, may I ask what instructions you have for me for this visit, Daoist Tang?" Ask Xue Wuhen.
“It's far from instruction. I'd just like to discuss a deal with you. "Tang Xiu smiled and said," Of course, it won't hurt you if you agree. "
"Deal as in?" Ask Xue Wuhen.
“For example, cultivation arts that you can train up to the Immortal Stage, pills with amazing effects for cultivators, and immortal swords. Everything in return for you to work under me. What do you think? "Ask Tang Xiu.
Xue Wuhen's eyes flickered and he stared intently at Tang Xiu. "No wonder someone advised me to never be an enemy with you, Daoist Tang. The person also told me that I should try my best to fulfill your request regardless of what you need. It seems that Daoist Tang is much scarier than I thought before. "
"You agree, then?" Ask Tang Xiu.
"I want to be straightforward with you, Daoist Tang," Xue Wuhen said. “Your condition is very interesting. I admit that I was moved even though I had broken through to the Golden Core Stage, although barely. Merely, I don't like to be held back, so I ask for Daoist Tang's forgiveness for this matter. "
"I understand." Tang Xiu nodded and said, "Everyone has their aspirations, so I won't force it. Although it is truly unfortunate because I have the means to help you ascend to immortality, but you rejected it. "
Xue Wuhen shook his head and said, “Since when did ascension and becoming immortal was an easy effort? Wouldn't you already be an immortal self if that was the case? "
"I never talk big, remember." Tang Xiu smilingly said, "I've never said anything that I'm not sure of. The stage for those who follow me will not be limited to Earth. But if you refuse, you can only rely on your own efforts to the extent to which you will reach in the future. "