Chapter 484: The True Immortal
Chapter 484: The True Immortal
Inside the attic.
Gu An was reading a book, and his divine sense was observing Zhu Xi leaving the Third Medicine Valley.
This girl's temperament...
Gu An couldn't help but comment. He thought of her as a kindred spirit, but was she really this timid?
He didn't have the thought of forcefully stopping Zhu Xi, perhaps he could truly protect her, but these years had clearly been difficult for Zhu Xi, especially after the exposure of her Sacred Heaven identity. Gu An could hear the fear in her heart.
Forget it.
Let her go.
After all, she is the reincarnation of Sacred Heaven and will always be able to turn danger into safety.
But with such thoughts, does she think I can't resist fate?
Gu An thought to himself, feeling no regret. Instead, he pondered, he wouldn't be arrogant enough to believe he was invincible. There were still many things he couldn't do, and every time he encountered something he couldn't accomplish, it motivated him.
He could continuously save the Heavenly Spirit Grand World, but he still couldn't see through the Heavenly Dao behind the scenes.
The Luo Heaven Free Immortal might be able to act recklessly within the universe, but that was only within the universe.
What lies beyond the universe?
Gu An read his book while pondering this.
He didn't bother calculating Zhu Xi's future. Ever since the incident with Xiao Chuan's reincarnation, he tried to avoid predicting the future as much as possible to prevent knowing too much and wanting to change it, thus inviting variables.
In fact, not knowing the future was a good thing; at least, there was still anticipation.
Previously, Gu An had peered into too much, making him feel that life was uninteresting.
"Perhaps, in the next epoch, I can find a new place to stay."
Gu An thought silently, a smile curling up his lips.
He, too, began to anticipate the future and looked forward to a brand new life.
...
Autumn passed, and winter arrived, covering the mountains and rivers with a blanket of white snow.
At the Northern Sea Mountain Range, within the Mountain God Temple.
Profound Mysterious True Person stood on the roof, gazing at the distant battle on the horizon.
The raging winds ravaged the forest, causing the trees to sway violently, creating a spectacular sight. Yet, the Profound Mysterious True Person's figure remained unwavering, and his eyes shone with a radiant light.
Even though he had quietly guarded this place for over a thousand years, and his Dao heart had become more stable, deep within his bones, he still yearned for strength.
He was the first genius in the history of Sanqingshan Mountain!
Unfortunately, Li Ya had stolen his thunder, becoming the most illustrious talent of the Li family and Sanqingshan Mountain.
However, his cultivation hadn't stagnated during his stay here. With the help of the Mountain God, he had achieved Nirvana, and standing on the roof, he exuded the aura of an immortal.
In the courtyard, a twelve or thirteen-year-old Daoist novice squatted in front of the alchemy furnace, fanning the flames. Wisps of green smoke rose, and from time to time, he would wipe the sweat from his brow or glance up at the Profound Mysterious True Person on the roof.
After a long while, the Daoist novice couldn't help but ask, "Master, what are you looking at? Is this strong wind not the wind of heaven and earth?"
The dense forest blocked his view of the battle on the horizon, and he thought it might rain.
The Profound Mysterious True Person replied, "Nothing much, I'm just watching two sparrows fighting. As for the wind, the strange winds of the Northern Sea Mountain Range are common. You'll encounter them again in the future."
The Daoist novice's eyes widened in curiosity, and he asked, "With such strong winds, there are still sparrows fighting? I've never seen sparrows fight before; I want to see it too."
"Focus on refining your pills. Don't forget why you came here."
The Profound Mysterious True Person answered casually, and the Daoist novice could only pout in response.
The Daoist novice continued, "Master, why hasn't the Mountain God appeared yet?"
"He will appear when the time is right. Perhaps your heart is not sincere enough."
"Then, Master, is the true immortal heritage those people mentioned earlier real? Why don't they believe in the Mountain God?"
"You'll understand when you grow up. Many people seek not the responsibilities of immortals and deities but only their power. You should also think carefully about what kind of person you want to become."
The Profound Mysterious True Person spoke with a calm tone, his voice like a gentle breeze soothing the Daoist acolyte's heart, bringing him into a state of tranquility.
Despite the raging winds, the serenity within the courtyard remained undisturbed.
A figure entered the Daoist temple, none other than Crane Qing Song.
Crane Qing Song first glanced at the Profound Mysterious True Person on the roof before turning his attention to the acolyte.
The Profound Mysterious True Person turned his head to look at Crane Qing Song, his eyebrows furrowing in puzzlement. For some reason, the moment he laid eyes on Crane Qing Song, he felt a sense of discomfort.
This feeling was so strange that it even surprised him.
"Do you feel uncomfortable in my presence?" Crane Qing Song asked, his gaze shifting to the Profound Mysterious True Person.
The Profound Mysterious True Person appeared before him out of thin air, causing the acolyte to also look at Crane Qing Song nervously, thinking to himself, "Could this person be a demon?"
"Who are you, and why have you come here?" the Profound Mysterious True Person asked, fixing his gaze on Crane Qing Song.
Crane Qing Song replied, "My name is Crane Qing Song, but my name is not important. The significance of my existence is to act in accordance with the will of Heaven and Earth. You have come too close to one who is incompatible with the Heavenly Dao, so you subconsciously harbor hostility towards me. This is the emotion that arises after being rejected by the will of the Heavenly Dao."
"What do you mean? Who is incompatible with the Heavenly Dao?" The Profound Mysterious True Person frowned.
Crane Qing Song's expression remained unchanged as he said, "You know who he is. I can only tell you that there truly are Immortals in this world, but he is not one of them. Immortals reside in the highest realm, beyond the reach of ordinary spirits. You have entered the Nirvana Realm, which means you have embarked on the path of pursuing Immortality. You should hold Immortals in reverence."
The Profound Mysterious True Person spoke in a cold tone, "Shouldn't Immortals be the protectors of all living beings? Why must they draw a clear line between themselves and mortals?"
"That's just the thinking of mortals," Crane Qing Song replied. "Who says Immortals should protect mortals? Immortals create life, create Heaven and Earth, and create all things. In the eyes of Immortals, everything is equal. Your resentment now is misplaced. The suffering of mortals is due to the immense pressure they exert on Heaven and Earth. This is the self-preservation instinct of Heaven and Earth. The tribulations continue because Heaven and Earth wish to shed their burden, and mortals are that burden. Immortals acknowledge and support Heaven and Earth's desire to unburden themselves."
Crane Qing Song's words caused the Profound Mysterious True Person's face to darken, and his Daoist heart wavered.
Could Immortals truly be like this?
Crane Qing Song raised his right hand, and a broken piece of white jade appeared in his palm. With a solemn expression, he said, "You possess a heart of great compassion and mercy, a rarity in this world. You have a connection to Immortals. This jade is called the Heavenly Dao Jade, and it can save all tragedies, but it also requires a price. I give this jade to you, and it is up to you whether to use it, and how."
As he finished speaking, the Heavenly Dao Jade flew into the Profound Mysterious True Person's hand.
Seeing that Crane Qing Song was about to leave, the Profound Mysterious True Person asked, "Did you choose me because of him?"
Crane Qing Song did not stop walking, and without turning back, he said, "Your yearning for Immortality can actually be sensed by Immortals. To use your own words from earlier, you cannot sense Immortals because the time has not yet come. If you wish to become an Immortal, you must understand everything and endure the tribulations of the mortal world. Only when you are not swayed by emotions will you be worthy of becoming an Immortal."
After stepping out of the main gate, he vanished into thin air, as if he had never been there.
The Profound Mysterious True Person lowered his head to look at the Heavenly Dao Jade in his hand, his eyebrows tightly furrowed.
The acolyte approached him and curiously examined the Heavenly Dao Jade, asking, "Master, are all his words true? Isn't the Mountain God an Immortal?"
The Profound Mysterious True Person held the Heavenly Dao Jade and took a deep breath. "Disciple, today I will teach you a lesson. Don't listen to what people say; instead, observe what they do. Your faith should not be determined by others; what you believe is true."
(End of Chapter)
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