NABC Chapter 126 Departure
Chapter 126 Departure
Sun Tan recounted to everyone the history of the natural disaster that occurred hundreds of years ago and the joint efforts of many sects on the continent to resist it.
"Later, Ancestor Wang Zhiyun went to war with the Ruyi Sect. Perhaps she acted on emotion, or perhaps our Qiankun Dao was not good at fighting, and we also lost a lot of fighting power after experiencing the natural disaster. We paid a considerable price to defeat the Ruyi Sect." Sun Tan stroked his long beard and said in a deep voice.
Dong Wan nodded and said, "Hmm...this must be the reason for the sect's decline."
Ren Jixing smiled without speaking. As long as her Quanzhen Sect could maintain its status as one of the three major Daoist sects, the fate of other sects was none of her concern.
Zhang Yunling's expression was solemn. After listening to Sun Tan's story, he also recalled what that old woman had said to him back then.
"When will this cycle of revenge end? I too once traveled far and wide seeking revenge, but now I find myself living in seclusion amidst the world's turmoil... Everything is preordained, cause and effect cycle naturally, there's no need to interfere..."
Zhang Yunling gripped the tattered, patched-up storage bag tightly in his hand, his heart heavy.
"So Granny Wang was carrying so many burdens... Her choice to live in seclusion in the mortal world was perhaps due to the grief of her lover dying in her arms, and also because she felt a deep sense of guilt for the destruction of her sect's glory..." Zhang Yunling thought to himself.
Just as Sun Tan was about to speak again, a voice came from the wine gourd: "That's right, if you were a ninth-grade alchemist, healing your arm would be a piece of cake."
Upon hearing this, Sun Tan shook his head slightly and retorted, "Alas, our ancestor left his entire life's cultivation within the sect long ago, transforming into a mortal and retiring from the world. Now, several hundred years have passed, and considering the lifespan of mortals, he is probably already..."
Zhang Yunling suddenly stood up, his gaze very firm. Although he knew that the old ancestor Wang Zhiyun was still alive, he still wanted to heal himself with his own strength.
"Old Master Sun, tell me about the prescription that can cure my arm," Zhang Yunling said to Sun Tan in a deep voice.
The wine gourd sensed Zhang Yunling's thoughts and remained silent.
Upon hearing this, Sun Tan turned to Dong Wan and asked, "Sect Master, I remember this grade of pill formula is in the sect's treasure pavilion. What do you think..."
Dong Wan nodded without hesitation and said, "Okay, let's go to the treasure pavilion to get it."
Zhang Yunling didn't stand on ceremony and walked out the door, following Dong Wan towards the treasure pavilion. Ren Jixing, who was standing to the side, was quite surprised. Had her junior brother's relationship with the sect leader already reached this level?
Leaving the alchemy room, the four arrived at the treasure pavilion, where countless rare and precious materials were displayed before them.
Despite the decline in the strength of the Qiankun Sect, these treasures passed down from ancient times have been well hidden, which is the foundation of the Qiankun Sect as one of the three major Daoist sects.
Zhang Yunling followed Sun Tan inside and arrived at a compartment specifically for storing high-grade pills and formulas. Sun Tan pulled out a scroll from the top row of many scrolls and handed it to Zhang Yunling.
"If I remember correctly, this is one of the four Grade 5 pill formulas left by Ancestor Wang Zhiyun. It is a Grade 5 pill called Bone and Flesh Pill, which eliminates the need to cut off other people's arms. You can refine this pill and take it, and your arm will grow back quickly in a short time."
Hearing Sun Tan's explanation, Zhang Yunling nodded slightly, but he was still not satisfied. He always felt that there was a better option.
It would be impossible for Zhang Yunling not to be tempted by being in this treasure pavilion right now. He was also planning to use his relationship with Dong Wan to get some high-grade medicinal herbs here.
Thinking of this, Zhang Yunling chuckled and turned to Dong Wan, asking, "Sect Leader Dong, given our bond of life and death, do you think I could... take something from you?"
Dong Wan smiled slightly, waved her hand and said, "Don't give me that. I was thinking of making good use of these medicinal herbs to improve the sect's strength... It's not that I can't give them to you, but you can only take two."
Sun Tan and Ren Jixing stared at Dong Wan in astonishment. How could she agree to such a shameless request? What exactly happened between Zhang Yunling and her in the Immortal Ruins?
Zhang Yunling scurried off to the room where the medicinal herbs were kept. Dong Wan, a little worried about the boy, followed him. Zhang Yunling knew that Dong Wan was also an alchemist, and if he took any herbs that were too valuable, Dong Wan would definitely stop him.
Knowing when to stop, he only took two pieces of fifth-grade medicinal herbs, along with the pill formula, and put them into his storage bag. He then gave Dong Wan an awkward smile.
Seeing that Dong Wan only smiled and rolled her eyes at him, Zhang Yunling felt relieved. He cupped his hands and bowed deeply to Sun Tan and Dong Wan, saying, "Thank you for your help. I will repay you handsomely in the future!"
Sun Tan stepped forward and helped Zhang Yunling up, patting him on the shoulder and saying, "Alright, brat, we're already very happy that you came back to see the sect leader and this old man. Compared to when you caused such a ruckus in the sect's martial arts competition, you've become much more mature."
Zhang Yunling scratched his head and laughed, "Well... let's not dwell on the past. I'll go back and study this pill formula carefully. Excuse me for now." After saying that, he took Ren Jixing's hand and prepared to leave.
Seeing this, Dong Wan anxiously said, "Hey, you...you're leaving already? Our sect's alchemy room is the best in the entire continent. If you want to refine medicine, just do it here!"
Zhang Yunling shook her head and said as she walked outside, "Not only this, I also have other things to take care of. I'll definitely come again when I have time! Bye-bye!"
After saying this, he and Ren Ji walked to the outside of the treasure pavilion, took a step and flew into the air, transforming into two long rainbows and disappearing into the distance.
Dong Wan stood there stunned for a moment, then walked out cursing. Sun Tan sighed slightly and followed Dong Wan out of the treasure pavilion.
Sun Tan kept trying to coax her along the way, but Dong Wan was still not satisfied and walked away angrily with a stern face.
After returning to Quanzhen Sect, Zhang Yunling and Ren Ji walked in a bamboo forest behind the sect.
“Junior brother, you haven’t told me what happened to you in the Immortal Ruins yet. You must have lost this arm in the battle with the Wudang Sect, right?” Ren Jixing said in a deep voice, touching the sleeve of Zhang Yunling’s left arm that was hanging in the air.
Zhang Yunling remained silent for a moment, then pulled Ren Jixing to sit on a large rock by the roadside and began to tell her about the various things that happened after she entered the Immortal Ruins Secret Realm.
Not only did Zhang Yunling recount his experiences, but he also summarized what he had done in the Immortal Ruins Secret Realm and what he had gained.
But upon reflection, Zhang Yunling discovered a fact: his heart had become more cruel. After gaining power, he was eager to show himself off, and even showed near indifference to the lives of mortals.
The life lessons the old man taught him in the secret realm were all forgotten when he faced An Lushan.
Hatred blinded him, but it was also the driving force that kept him going on the path of cultivation, because his lifelong wish was to avenge his father.
But looking back on everything he had been through, he became discouraged when he encountered setbacks, and he had only been able to get through it all with the help of others, which was not the result he wanted.
He sensed that the Immortal Sword did not truly acknowledge him. Perhaps regardless of whether the Immortal Ruins still existed or whether that immortal was alive, this sword would seriously test every person who used it.
After recounting the destruction of the secret realm and his final encounter with the Wudang Sect, Zhang Yunling stood up and addressed Ren Jixing:
"Senior sister, I may have to leave here for a while. I am too weak right now. I must improve my strength, otherwise how will I have the right to take revenge in the future?"
Ren Jixing also stood up, puzzled, and said, "Junior Brother, what are you saying? If we're talking about cultivating and becoming stronger, isn't our Quanzhen Sect the most suitable place? We're currently the most..."
Before Ren Jixing could finish speaking, Zhang Yunling raised his hand to interrupt her. He stepped forward and gave Ren Jixing a deep hug, and the other party didn't say anything more; they both understood each other perfectly.
"Sigh...Junior brother...Be careful on your journey," Ren Jixing sighed.
Zhang Yunling patted Ren Jixing on the back and said firmly, "Don't worry, Senior Sister. Perhaps I can find a secret method to turn you back into a man. When that happens, I will definitely come back to find you."
Ren Jixing was gratified. He and Zhang Yunling had only met by chance back then, but they had formed a lifelong brotherhood.
"I must say, Senior Sister, your waist is really slender, it feels so good to touch," Zhang Yunling said with a mischievous smile.
Ren Jixing burst into laughter, grabbed Zhang Yunling's right hand, and tried to grab it towards his chest. Zhang Yunling, who was only joking, saw that Ren Jixing was being so lewd, so he quickly pulled his arm away and turned to run away.
"Don't run away, junior brother! Stay for dinner tonight!" Ren Jixing hurriedly chased after him. This might be the last time the two of them played around.
"Hahaha! I'm hungry too, let's go to Chang'an City for a meal before we go!" Zhang Yunling laughed as he ran.
This parting may be the last time we meet.