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Chapter 357: We Can't Let Our Master Lose Face
Chapter 357: We Can't Let Our Master Lose Face
"How could Lu Xiaofeng possibly find Ye Gucheng in the middle of the night?"
"Are we going to wait for Lu Xiaofeng here?"
"Of course not. Lu Xiaofeng is unpredictable, and if we wait in one place, we'll never find him."
"So what should we do?"
"We should let him come to us."
"Where should we go to wait for Lu Xiaofeng?"
"I've heard that the vegetarian cuisine and fruit wine at Baiyun Temple are renowned and often enjoyed by royalty and nobles. I wonder if we'll have the opportunity to partake in such a feast?"
"You flatter me, Taoist priest. But with your reputation, you would surely be an honored guest among the royalty and nobles."
"Are you going or not?"
"I would be delighted to join you."
Before leaving, Su Shaoying said something to Li Yanbei, "When a person only has money but lacks the power to protect it, that money is as good as being deposited in someone else's hands."
Noting Li Yanbei's sudden change in expression, Su Shaoying continued calmly, "Anyone who could kill you without fearing retribution must have a reason to take that money from you. You should be careful."
Li Yanbei had dominated the capital for over two decades, but Su Shaoying didn't know what kind of person he used to be, and from both the original story's description and his personal interactions, he didn't seem like a typical overlord.
He was fierce in words but weak in action, all show and no substance! When he thought that Ximen Chuixue couldn't win against Ye Gucheng, his first instinct was to sell off everything he had in the capital and run away, instead of facing Du Tongxuan head-on and ending the conflict decisively.
Just based on this, he was inferior to Du Tongxuan, and even Zhang Yingfeng looked down on him.
Li Yanbei was Lu Xiaofeng's friend, not Su Shaoying's, and Guan Huihu was Ouyang Qing's friend, not his.
So he merely pointed this out to Li Yanbei and left it at that before departing.
...
Baiyun Temple was located in the western part of the city, and several carriages from the temple had arrived, providing enough seating for Su Shaoying and his companions. Additionally, the temple's carriages were exempt from the curfew and could leave the city.
When they arrived at Baiyun Temple, the sky was still dark, and the honest monk was nowhere to be seen.
"The monk didn't come to the temple, so he must have gotten off the carriage along the way," Mu Daoren explained.
Gusong Jushi shook his head and said, "The monk still doesn't see through things clearly. Aren't monks and Taoists both religious practitioners?"
Gu Qingfeng smiled but remained silent, merely gesturing for them to enter.
Su Shaoying glanced at Gu Qingfeng, certain that Gu Qingfeng, the honest monk, and Gongsun Daniang knew each other. If it weren't for the influence of the court, Gu Qingfeng wouldn't have taken over Li Yanbei's forces—Baiyun Temple already held a high enough status!
It seemed that someone had their eyes on Li Yanbei's assets and was aware that Ye Gucheng was truly poisoned. Injuring Tang Tianrong was just an act of pretence while severely injured. So, they collaborated with Gu Qingfeng, using Baiyun Temple as a front to purchase Li Yanbei's assets and then win the bet with Du Tongxuan.
With just a mere 1.95 million taels of silver, they acquired all the assets and manpower of the entire underground world of the capital. Was there a better deal to be found in the world?
This force obviously wasn't on Pingnan Wang's side; instead, they were his opposition, focusing their attention on the gambling aspect of the duel, unaware of Pingnan Wang's ulterior motives.
...
The vegetarian cuisine and fruit wine of Baiyun Temple indeed lived up to their reputation. Although it wasn't as exquisite as Master Bitter Gourd's personal cooking, it was still a delicacy among vegetarian dishes.
Among those present, Gu Qingfeng was the master of Baiyun Temple, Mu Daoren was a renowned elder of Wudang, Gusong Jushi exuded a profound Taoist aura, and Su Shaoying's trio, although laypeople, were disciples of Emei Xuanzhen Temple.
Su Shaoying nodded seriously, "My master has been cultivating his body and mind in recent years and has already comprehended the true meaning of the Three Caves and Four Assistants. He often says that if it weren't for the pressing affairs of the Emei Sect, he would have visited Wudang Mountain long ago to pay respects to the Taoist master."
Master Mu raised his eyebrows in surprise, while Zhang Yingfeng and Ma Xiuzhen were left stunned.
"He is the Emei Sect leader, and indeed, his affairs are complicated. However, I, as a wandering Taoist, am free as a drifting cloud or a wild crane," Master Mu laughed, "Since that's the case, I will pay a visit to Emei soon and have another debate with Duguyihe."
"My master will definitely welcome you with the utmost hospitality," Su Shaoying smiled.
Ma Xiuzhen couldn't help but pull on Su Shaoying's sleeve.
Su Shaoying leaned closer to Ma Xiuzhen and whispered, "We can't let our master lose face. We must uphold his prestige at this moment."
Ma Xiuzhen, "...'
Skipping that topic, as the group continued chatting, a Taoist priest from Baiyun Temple entered the room and whispered something into Gu Qingfeng's ear. Gu Qingfeng shook his head and then said to the group, "Another guest has arrived. Although he serves in the imperial court, he is also considered half a member of the Jianghu. Shall we invite him to join us?"
Gusong Jushi asked, "Who is it?"
"Yin Xian," replied Gu Qingfeng.
"Yin Xian, the Rich and Honorable Sword?" Zhang Yingfeng asked, "One of the Four Great Escorts of the Imperial Palace and also one of the Four Great Masters?"
"Yes, it's him," Gu Qingfeng nodded.
Master Mu raised his cup and laughed, "Baiyun Temple indeed deserves its reputation as the leader of the Northern Sect of Taoism and the ancestral court of the Quanzhen Longmen. Even the top masters of the Imperial Palace come to pay their respects."
Gu Qingfeng smiled, "You flatter me, Taoist master. But Yin San-ye is indeed a master of our Quanzhen sect."
Master Mu had no objection, and soon after, the Taoist priest from earlier led in a middle-aged man with a white face and a slight beard. The man was dressed in fine brocade and carried an ornate longsword.
"Yin San-ye!"
"Master Mu! Gusong Jushi!" Yin Xian greeted Master Mu and Gusong Jushi first and then exchanged greetings with Su Shaoying and the others before taking a seat and joining the conversation.
Soon, the topic turned to Lu Xiaofeng.
"Ye Gucheng's 'Heavenly Flying Fairy' is renowned throughout the world, and Lu Xiaofeng's 'Spirit Rhino Finger' is also unparalleled," said Master Mu, "They are both geniuses, and these two martial arts are also unparalleled."
Gu Qingfeng nodded, "I believe so."
"Ye Gucheng's 'Heavenly Flying Fairy' is said to be unbeatable, but it was still stopped by Lu Xiaofeng's two fingers," Yin Xian said with a touch of admiration, "I really want to witness Lu Xiaofeng's 'Spirit Rhino Finger'. I wonder if he could also stop my sword!"
Gu Qingfeng laughed, "If you wish, you may get the chance very soon."
Yin Xian asked in surprise, "Why?"
"Because Lu Xiaofeng is likely to come to Baiyun Temple," Gu Qingfeng smiled again, "If you're willing, why don't we play a prank on him like the one in Pingnan Wang's mansion?"
"What kind of prank?"
"Like the one played on Ye Gucheng at Pingnan Wang's mansion," Gu Qingfeng said with a faint smile, "Also, I want to see if his 'Phoenix Dances the Nine Heavens' light skill can escape the 'Big Dipper Seven Stars Formation'."
(End of Chapter)
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