bookcurios Chapter 380 Testing
Chapter 380 Testing
Following the narration of the Golden Spirit Mother, Luo Shu seemed to be in a mysterious world.
There are flowing lights and shadows all around, and every ray of light contains a strong Taoist charm.
After an unknown amount of time, the voice of the Golden Spirit Mother suddenly stopped. Luo Shu came out of that mysterious state, with a gleam in his eyes.
"Thank you, Master! I have benefited a lot from it!" Luo Shu stood up and bowed respectfully.
The Golden Spirit Mother nodded slightly, her eyes revealing a bit of kindness and relief, "Are there any doubts?"
Luo Shu shook his head, his expression solemn and serious, "Master's teachings are so precise and easy to understand. I have nothing I don't understand for the time being."
Upon hearing this, the corners of the Golden Spirit Holy Mother's mouth curled up with an appreciative smile, "Yes, although you are young, you have a calm mind, which is rare."
"The path of cultivation is a long journey of practice. It is not only about improving one's cultivation, but also about sharpening one's mind."
"Disciple will remember the teachings of Master! I will practice diligently and live up to the Master's kindness!" Luo Shu bowed again.
The Golden Spirit Mother raised her hand gently, and an invisible force lifted up Luo Shu, making it impossible for him to bow any further.
"No need to be polite. It is the duty of a teacher to teach you. Go, and when you return, try to comprehend the mysteries of this."
"Yes, Master, I will take my leave!"
Luo Shu bid farewell to his master, the Golden Spirit Mother, and turned to leave the cave.
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After leaving the cave of the Golden Spirit Mother, Luo Shu flew towards the cave of the Long-eared Dingguang Immortal.
Soon, a mountain shrouded in clouds and mist came into view, with green bamboos swaying gently and ancient trees towering into the sky, creating a scene of a paradise.
At the top of the peak, a cave is faintly visible. It is the place where the Chang'er Dingguang Immortal practices.
Outside the cave, two ancient pines stand proudly. The mottled marks on the trunks seem to tell the vicissitudes of time. The faint fragrance emanating from the branches and leaves makes people feel relaxed and happy.
Luo Shu descended from the clouds, straightened his clothes, then stood respectfully in front of the cave, took a deep breath, and shouted in a clear voice:
"Uncle Chang'er, Luo Shu wants to see you!"
As soon as he finished speaking, a hearty laughter came from the cave, like a spring breeze blowing on your face, making you feel very cordial.
"Haha, if you are here, Junior Brother Luoshu, just come in. Why be so polite?"
Along with the sound, a stream of light shot out from the cave and transformed into the figure of the long-eared Dingguang fairy, floating in front of Luo Shu.
Chang'er Dingguangxian was dressed in a flowing Taoist robe, wearing a Taoist crown, with slightly white hair and beard, and had an immortal look, but his eyes revealed a bit of cunning, giving people a feeling of being shifty.
He walked slowly to Luo Shu and said with a smile:
"Master brother Luoshu, I have already prepared the best fairy fruit and fragrant tea, waiting for you to enjoy it. Come, come, follow me into the cave and have a chat."
"Thank you, Uncle Chang'er, you are so polite!" Luo Shu thanked him and followed Chang'er Dingguangxian into the cave.
The interior of the cave is spacious and bright, with simple yet elegant decoration, exuding the aura of a cultivator.
In the center of the cave, there are several stone benches next to a stone table. The table is filled with various fairy fruits and steaming hot tea. The fragrance of tea is overflowing, making people salivate.
Long-eared Dingguang Immortal warmly invited Luo Shu to sit down and personally poured him a cup of fragrant tea:
"Nephew Luoshu, try this new cloud tea I just got and see if it suits your taste."
Luo Shu took the teacup and took a sip. He felt the fragrance of the tea blooming in his mouth, leaving an endless aftertaste. He couldn't help but praise it:
"Good tea! Uncle Chang'er's taste is indeed extraordinary. This cloud tea is fresh and elegant, leaving a lasting aftertaste."
When the Long-eared Dingguang Immortal heard this, a hint of pride flashed in his eyes:
"Haha, my nephew really knows tea. This cloud tea was specially picked by me from a secret place. Although it is just an ordinary spiritual root, it has a unique flavor after being carefully stir-fried."
As the two drank tea and chatted, the atmosphere gradually became harmonious. Luo Shu put down his teacup, looked directly at Chang Er Ding Guang Xian, and said seriously:
"Uncle Chang'er, Luo Shu did have something to ask me this time. It's about the Western religion..."
Upon hearing this, Chang'er Dingguangxian's expression slightly condensed, and there seemed to be a barely perceptible cloud passing between his brows, but he immediately returned to his leisurely look.
He gently waved the whisk in his hand, a faint smile appearing on the corner of his mouth, as if the solemnity just now was just an illusion.
"Oh? Junior Brother Luo Shu must have come to the wrong place. I have been practicing in seclusion on Jin'ao Island and have no contact with people from the West."
The voice of Chang'er Dingguangxian was neither hurried nor slow, with a certain indifference and detachment, as if he was really indifferent to the world and focused only on cultivation.
Luo Shu was not fooled by his appearance. He smiled slightly, and there was an indescribable depth in his smile. There was an ambiguous light flashing in his eyes, as if he could see into the deepest secrets of people's hearts.
"You can't say that," Luo Shu smiled slightly, "Although Master Uncle is on Jin'ao Island, he has good ears and eyes, and he must know everything about the prehistoric world."
"What's more, I heard that Uncle Chang'er has a close relationship with the Western Church?"
Luo Shu's words fell gently, but like a stone thrown into a calm lake, causing ripples.
When Chang'er Dingguangxian heard what Luo Shu said, his expression visibly sank, and a hint of barely perceptible anger flashed in his originally indifferent eyes, but he quickly suppressed it, replaced by a deep and complex expression.
"Brother Luoshu, you can't say such things carelessly."
His voice was low and serious, and every word seemed to carry a great force that could not be ignored. "I am on Jin'ao Island, devoted to the Dao, and have never been to the West. How could I have any contact with Westerners?"
"My nephew, could it be that you have misunderstood me?"
Luo Shu did not retreat because of the seriousness of Chang'er Dingguangxian, but became more calm.
He smiled gently, and there was a sense of confidence and calmness in that smile, as if everything was under his control.
"Uncle Chang'er, why are you so impatient? I have no other intentions." Luo Shu's mouth curled up slightly, and his tone was a bit soothing. "It's just that there are always some rumors in my ears recently, which inevitably affect my thoughts."
Long-eared Dingguang Immortal shook his head slightly, his long gray hair fluttering gently in the breeze, and a subtle smile appeared on the corner of his mouth, as if he didn't care about Luo Shu's words:
"Oh? Junior Brother Luo Shu, I wonder where you heard these rumors from? I have always turned a deaf ear to the disturbances in the outside world."
"I really don't know who dares to spread rumors and arbitrarily implicate me."
"Uncle Chang'er is too kind. These people are not to be feared and have already been dealt with by my nephew."
The expression of Chang Er Ding Guang Xian sank slightly, but then he regained his composure. He said calmly:
"In this case, I should thank my nephew Luo Shu."
"Uncle Chang'er, you are too polite. It was just a coincidence. But, does Uncle Chang'er really have nothing to do with the Western Religion?" Luo Shu asked again.
After hearing this, Chang Er Ding Guang Xian's expression finally changed a little. He fixed his eyes slightly and said in a deep voice:
"Brother Luoshu, please don't talk about this again. The Western Religion has nothing to do with me. If you continue to talk like this, don't blame me for being rude."
Luo Shu saw that the Long-Eared Dingguang Immortal was serious and knew that if he pressed on, it would probably backfire, so he smiled slightly and softened his tone:
"Uncle Master, please don't blame me. I just heard it from others and have no evidence to prove it."
"I came here today, firstly to ask for confirmation from my uncle, and secondly, I hope that my uncle can be careful and cautious."
"After all, in this ancient world, people's minds are hard to predict. Some people will do anything for their own benefit."
After hearing this, Chang Er Ding Guang Xian's expression eased a little. He sighed softly and said:
"My nephew, what you said makes sense. In this prehistoric world, there are indeed turbulent winds and clouds, and undercurrents are surging. Although I don't care about worldly affairs, I also know that my position is sensitive."
"Don't worry, nephew. I know my limits and will not let those with ulterior motives succeed."
Luo Shu nodded, stood up, bowed and said:
"That's great. Then I won't disturb Uncle Chang'er from his meditation and will take my leave now."
Long-eared Dingguangxian also stood up and responded:
"Take care, nephew. If you have any news in the future, please come and let me know."
Luo Shu smiled slightly, turned and left.
Long-eared Dingguangxian watched his back disappear outside the door before slowly withdrawing his gaze. He thought to himself:
"This Junior Brother Luo Shu may seem gentle and refined, but he is actually very thoughtful. What is his purpose in coming here today?"
"Is he really here because of those rumors? Or... is there someone else behind him?"