NOVEL ONLINE FREE Chapter 37 Ancient Tao, Very Gratified
The facts have proven that what Xie Dongan said was true.
After Gongye Shou and the others left Xingwu Academy, they directly took a carriage sent by Marquis Annan, Xu Hengjun, to the Southern Barbarians.
They even publicly claimed, "Chen Yi's swordsmanship is astonishing, pressing them down so they couldn't raise their heads."
These remarks left Chen Yi dispirited all day.
He fought the fight, won the bet, and even became a "father".
But such an outcome really annoyed him!
"Brother Yi, don't be angry. When I grow up, I will definitely teach them a lesson for you," Lin Xueru approached to console him.
"Yes, Brother Yi, Gongye Shou and the others have really gone too far this time!"
Du Yanqing also looked frustrated, how could he not have thought that those people would suddenly leave?
"Brother Yi, we are not at a loss; Xu treated you as 'father' for three years," Wang Yongnian blinked his small eyes.
"What do you know?" Du Yan scolded him, "They left like this, what if it makes the master unhappy?"
"Brother Yi, in my opinion, the next time you see them, give them a harsh lesson!"
Hearing their words, Chen Yi lifted his head with a brilliant smile.
"What are you talking about? They left because they wanted to, what does it have to do with me?"
"Moreover, I believe Mr. Ning and Mr. Gu wouldn't blame me for this because, after all..."
After all, with the six children from the lineage of the King of the Southern Garrison gone, and a few from the civil servant lineage gone too, only they and two royal descendants were left in Xingwu Academy.
Would Mr. Ning and the Ancient Tao dare say anything against him, believe it or not, he could directly head to Wuliang Mountain to join the boss?
As for Gongye Shou and the others, haha!
Next time he sees them, he'll make sure they won't recognize even their own mothers!
And when the four children, including Du Yanqing, saw his smiling face, they exchanged glances quietly, feeling a silent condolence for Gongye Shou and the others.
Chen Yi usually maintained a well-mannered demeanor, appearing calm and mature, rarely showing signs of anger or joy.
But those familiar with Chen Yi knew that the angrier he was, the brighter his smile.
On the contrary, when he wasn't smiling, his words and actions were more moderate.
At this time, Ning Xue from the Grand Void branch in the Capital City returned hurriedly with Gu Tiangang.
As the Ancient Tao entered the nearly empty Qingzheng Hall and saw only a few kittens left, his vision darkened instantly.
The disciples with Royal Blood of the Southern Barbarians were gone, those born with Spiritual Energy were gone, and those whose scholarly aura had just begun to show...
Where have all my outstanding, highly talented Grand Void disciples gone?!
"Mr. Ning, what in the world happened here?"
"Sorry, Master Uncle."
Ning Xue, unable to maintain her usual cool composure and showing a bitter face, said, "I've just found out as well."
"You..."
Just then, an idea struck Chen Yi, and he winked at Du Yanqing and the others, suddenly saying:
"I heard that the Southern Barbarian Sect promised many conveniences to Gongye Shou and his group, even treasures like dragon liver and phoenix gallbladder."
"Right, Princely Heir?"
Du Yanqing was momentarily stunned and after being kicked by Du Yan, he reacted.
"Yes, yes, Gongye Shou's mother is the Southern Barbarian Princess, the Southern Barbarian Sect agreed to provide for his cultivation needs, and even gifted him a treasure."
Du Yan, while glancing at Gu Tiangang whose face was turning sullen, continued:
"And Xu as well, despite losing to you in swordsmanship, he might surpass you in cultivation after some time."
Even the usually well-behaved Lin Xueru added naively.
"Brother Yi, did you hear that Brother Yuan went to Wuliang Mountain to worship?"
Hiss!
Hearing the sharp intake of breath from the Ancient Tao, Chen Yi secretly gave Lin Xueru a thumbs up, well done!
"Yes, that Wuliang Mountain, my father was actually also thinking of letting me..."
"Wait!"
Although Gu Tiangang felt that they were deliberately speaking thus, the sudden loss of over ten exceptionally talented disciples was too much for him to bear.
Even though he knew Chen Yi and the others were after favors, he could only force a smile and pull several small vials from his bosom.
"These days, I have been preparing gifts for you all for when your studies are complete."
"Originally it was not enough, but after a few left, I shall give them to you now. Both the Prince and Princess are included."
As he spoke, Gu Tiangang did not give them a chance to refuse and waved his hand, sweeping the elixirs into their hands.
"Give me some time; once I return, I will visit Prince Zhenbei and the Marquis. I will make sure your cultivation won't be inferior to that of Gongye Shou and others!"
[At the age of thirty-two, you receive a bottle of Qi Nourishing Pill given by a Great Cultivator of the Taoist sect.]
[Great fortune ahead, Rebellion Point +10]
[Name: Chen Yi]
[Age: 32]
[Cultivation: Ninth Grade Mortal Realm (Middle Stage)]
[Talent: Late Bloomer—The older the bone age, the faster the cultivation speed.]
[Basic Skills: Small Success—From a drip of water comes a river, and thus a great cause is forged.]
[Sword Dao: Small Success—Travel the lands, good at fighting and using, only then can one understand the Sword Intent.]
[Rebellion Points: 64/100]
Chen Yi held the vial in his hand, glanced at the panel's prompt, and thought it feasible.
But he did not stop there.
Now that the Ancient Tao had finally appeared, how could he resist fully taking advantage of this long-awaited opportunity?
"Please forgive us, sir. We have been deeply taught by the Path of the Grand Void, and if our families are satisfied, we will naturally go to the Path of the Grand Void to worship the mountain."
Chen Yi blinked, smiling, "But everything is fearful of comparison, not to mention my elder brother Chen Yuan who joined the Wuliang Mountain."
"Gongye Shou and others have teachings from the Southern Barbarian Sect, Xie Dongan and others have doctrinal teachings from institutions like the Kyoto Academy."
"We don't have such convenience at the Path of the Grand Void, right?"
Gu Tiangang nodded, his face showing complete understanding.
But internally, he was in great distress, silently vowing to make Li Qingzhou pay it back later.
Had he not previously agreed to Li Qingzhou's request to bring Chen Yi into the Path of the Grand Void, he wouldn't have been so passive.
He would've long turned away and visited these children's families...
With a pleading attitude and earnest tone, he should be able to persuade those princes of different surnames, Dukes and Marquis, right?
"My Path of the Grand Void has been established for thousands of years. Although it may not be as famous as Wuliang Mountain, our foundation is no weaker."
"I promise you, what they have, you will have, and even what they don't, you will also have!"
Hearing this, Chen Yi signaled to Du Yanqing and others, and they all bowed together in thanks.
"Many thanks, Mr. Gu!"
"Very well, very well..."
Seeing this, Gu Tiangang sighed in relief, feeling immensely gratified.
Heavenly treasures, elixirs, Cultivation Techniques—these external things are unimportant.
What's important is that the school's transmission is orderly and that there are enough exceptionally talented individuals.
Thinking of those few talented disciples who had left, his heart ached faintly.
Why did they leave?
Wei Letian and Wei Xiaoyun exchanged glances, their faces both reflecting confusion—
Could Chen Yi and his group be demons in disguise?
How could they be so cunning?
However, they just thought about it and didn't say anything,
After all, they did not do anything and merely received these favors out of goodwill from Chen Yi and the others.
Only Ning Xue looked at Chen Yi thoughtfully.
Could the Sword Dao and Sword Intent really differ this much from one's character?
Is this what Master meant by not being rigid in Sword Cultivation?
Concentrating on the sword, having the sword in one's heart, doesn't mean one has to be rigid in actions and style.
Master, I, I think I understand!