Astral Apostle

The evening of the second day. Yulin Riverside, Cuiyu Building.

Two soft sedan chairs passed through the bustling streets full of pedestrians and stopped in front of the restaurant, with Zhou Jing and Ye Shunzhong sitting on them.

The two got off the sedan chair, and the prefect's personal attendants who were waiting at the door immediately greeted them.

"Ye Daguan, the prefect is waiting in the private room on the third floor... This is Daoist Lingfengzi?"

The follower first said politely, then looked at Zhou Jing curiously and looked at it secretly.

Ye Shunzhong nodded and bowed his hands politely: "The two of us should be invited by the prefect to come to the banquet, please lead the way."

Hearing this, the follower suppressed his thoughts, led the way ahead, and took the two upstairs respectfully.

As Ye Shunzhong climbed the building, he lowered his voice to Zhou Jing and said:

"Master Zhao has served as the prefect of Ningtian for many years, and this time, he specially invited various nobles of Ningtian to accompany him.

Zhou Jing nodded, but he didn't think so in his heart. Because he had shown magical powers in front of the Ye family, Ye Shunzhong was convinced from the bottom of his heart. may be convinced

In his opinion, in addition to getting acquainted with him at the banquet, most of these dignitaries still have the idea of ​​dismantling his methods and letting him "reveal his true form". I am afraid that the banquet will not be a good banquet. , not too pushy.

'Today, only by suppressing these dignitaries can they truly gain a firm foothold in Ningtian Mansion and become famous...?

Zhou Jing secretly calculated.

The two quickly came to the third floor and were brought into the private room with them, which immediately attracted the attention of everyone in the private room.

The people present are all powerful and powerful people in Ning Tianfu, their eyes immediately focused on Zhou Jing, their eyes were curious and scrutinized.

Accidents and other means, I only feel that this Lingfengzi is far from the immortal style of the imaginary, not only strange and even a little fat.

"Master Zhao." Ye Shunzhong hurriedly stepped forward to greet the man in plain robe at the main seat.

This plain-robed man was Zhao Xing'an, the prefect of Ningtian. At this time, he was not wearing an official uniform, so he condoled Ye Shunzhong with a smile:

""I heard that the Taigong of Ye family has recovered from a long illness, the official has not yet congratulated him. When Taigong Ye is in good health,

He will invite him to drink again in the future. "

Then, Zhao Xing'an turned to look at Zhou Jing who was beside him, smiled and cupped his hands:

"It's the poor road.

Zhou Jing didn't bow, just bowed his hands and bowed his hands. He has now changed his outfit, wearing a feather attire and wearing a Taoist robe. Although he doesn't look good, he looks a bit like a Taoist priest.

"In the past few days, the name of the Taoist priest has been like thunder, and seeing it today is really extraordinary. The Taoist priest and Brother Ye, please take a seat."

Zhao Xing'an smiled and invited the two of them to the table, and the etiquette was quite thoughtful.

No matter what they thought in their hearts, everyone in the audience was in no hurry. They bowed their hands and introduced themselves. It was a simple understanding of which family this came from and that from Na.

When everyone arrived, Zhao Xing'an ordered the restaurant to serve all kinds of delicate dishes with flowing water, complete in color, fragrance, and taste.

The master of this Cuiyu Building is one of the top chefs in Ningtian Mansion. He is very skilled. I don’t know if it suits the Taoist priest’s taste. If the Taoist priest doesn’t like it, I will let the back chef change.

Zhao Xing'an nodded at Zhou Jing, who was at the banquet, with an easy-going tone.

"People from poor roads and mountains are used to eating and drinking dew, so it doesn't matter."

Zhou Jing responded casually.

"It seems that the Taoist priest is an indifferent person." Zhao Xing'an smiled, then looked out the window, looking for a topic to talk about. This Yulin River is a prosperous scene in the world. Looking down from here, it has a different flavor. I don't know how the Chang feels. ? "

Zhou Jing also looked around, and saw the picturesque boats outside the window like a cloud of tourists, so he nodded and agreed:

"It's really good. The prosperity of Ningtian Mansion is rare in the world."

Zhao Xing'an looked back and asked with a smile, "This is the first time the Taoist priest has come to my Ningtian Mansion? I don't know where the leader is, how is his family, and where did he practice before?"

This is quite a feeling that a leader is questioning what your parents are doing.

Zhou Jing looked back again and found that everyone present was staring at him, so he calmly said:

"Poor Dao Xianyun Ye He, who takes heaven and earth as his home, goes to the world where the world comes from, it doesn't matter anymore, the free and easy place in the future will be what the poor Dao thinks about. The way to practice is in your own heart. Searching."

When Ye Shunzhong heard the words, he also talked to the side and laughed; I met the Taoist priest for the first time a few days ago, and I asked about it. Things', these words are enlightening, and I have a great feeling. "

The powerful people and children of aristocratic families present, their hearts moved slightly, and they smacked carefully, but they felt that these words had some meaning, and it really seemed like a master would say it.

"So, the Taoist priest is going to write a book and establish a sect?" A child of an aristocratic family raised his eyebrows in a playful tone.

"As long as they have the heart to seek the Tao, everyone can start a sect."

Zhou Jing pretended not to hear the other party's sarcasm and smiled.

Another disciple of the noble family couldn't help but said, "Master Lingfengzi, no one understands how profound your speech is.

"So what if you understand it, what if you don't understand it? There are many kinds of floating life, most of which are false. Flowers bloom and fade away, and there are no traces of Taoism. Even if you understand it, it can affect your clothing, food, housing, and transportation today. If the predestined law comes, you will naturally realize it.

Zhou Jing talked about the clouds, mountains and fog.

Everyone was stunned when they heard it. They thought that Zhou Jing was trying to confuse things, but they also felt that these words could give some flavor. For a while, they didn't know whether this person was lying or if he really had something.

If it is really a liar...then the business level of the liar is really high now.

The dignitaries present were preconceived, and they thought Zhou Jing was arrogant and deceived early on. Although Zhou Jing rescued Taigong Ye recently, the deeds of walking on the river at the beginning were still too unbelievable. The powerful people present still felt that Zhou Jing used some tricks at that time, so there was innate distrust of Zhou Jing, and he was in a state of skepticism.

It's just because of the matter of the grandfather of the Ye family that these nobles' impression of Zhou Jing has changed from being a "liar in the rivers and lakes" at the beginning to a "liar in the rivers and lakes" with outstanding medical skills - if this person is just a gentleman, then they will not make things difficult. But this person just pretended to have supernatural powers and tried to make a name for it, so everyone couldn't help but want to pierce this person's "deception".

"What the Taoist priest said is really subtle, how about everyone raising a glass for this small talk and righteousness.

Zhao Xing'an didn't hesitate, he lifted the words and raised his glass with a smile, adding to the atmosphere of the banquet.

Everyone also came back to their senses, smiling and clinking glasses, saying toasts to each other, sipping slowly, and eating and drinking for a while, Zhao Xingan spoke to Zhou Jing again, and said curiously:

"I heard that the Taoist master was proficient in the technique of alchemy, and he cured Taigong Ye based on this. It's just that the technique of alchemy is not well received by the people. One or two puzzles."

Hearing this, everyone put down their wine glasses, stopped chatting and pricked up their ears.

Seeing this, Zhou Jing smiled and asked, "I don't know what Master Zhao thinks of alchemy?"

Zhao Xing'an was startled, but then he replied, "I have also read some Taoist classics. It is said that the way of alchemy is divided into inner alchemy and outer alchemy. The inner alchemy method seems to be based on the human body.

immortal. The outer alchemy method is to burn gold and stone, refine it into elixir, and after taking it, it will rise to immortality..."

Zhou Jing nodded and said;

"Master Zhao is well-informed and well-spoken. Let's not talk about the inner alchemy method. The outer alchemy method is the most controversial. It is unbelievable for ordinary people to use this so-called elixir. , it may be early days, so people in the world have many doubts about the way of alchemy.

Seeing Zhou Jing admit that there is something wrong with the alchemy theory, everyone was a little surprised, but they didn't hide it, and nodded.

However, at this time, Zhou Jing changed his words and said slowly:

"It's just that, according to Pindao, there are also two kinds of refining methods for Waidan. One is what Shicai said is to burn gold and stone as Dan, but the correct method is not to take it, but to transform different minerals into new ones through smelting. It is more appropriate to call it 'alchemy'.

"And the second method of outer alchemy is to integrate medicine and pharmacy, take zhizhi herbs, and make medicinal herbs. This is the 'alchemy' that is really beneficial to the human body. This is what Pindao is good at. The medicinal herbs can invigorate Qi and strengthen the body, treat dark diseases, slow down aging, preserve youth forever, and even prolong life.

He deliberately explained it like this, which is to brag about himself. The main point is to throw out his alchemy to prolong his life. Only with this reason can he be truly honored as a guest by dignitaries.

The powerful and powerful, who doesn't want to live longer and enjoy more time in this world? This slang statement can be said to hit the industry's pain points and grasp the needs of customers. At this moment in history, countless demons have possessed, and he is not one People are fighting.

When the voice fell, everyone present was shaken, and all the attention points fell on "Elixir Life Extension";

"Is this the truth of the Taoist priest? Is there really such a means? Zhao Xing'an couldn't help asking.

"Pindao never lies."

Zhou Jing didn't change his face, opened his eyes and said nonsense. ① Zhao Xing'an's eyes flickered, but he remained calm and just smiled; "Hehe, the Taoist priest is really an expert in the world.

Although the flatbread was beautiful, everyone present was skeptical and not entirely convinced. Some even believed that Zhou Jing was fooling people.

There have been many Taoists in history who claimed to be able to refine elixir of life, and they were no less than Lingfengzi. The so-called hearing is false, they will not be easily fooled, not to mention that they do not trust Zhou Jing with preconceived ideas.

At this time, a son of an aristocratic family named Liu Ping finally couldn't bear Zhou Jing's pretence, and suddenly spoke up, with a slightly teasing tone:

I have heard of Lingfeng Zidao's deeds of stepping on the river into Ningtian, and I have not seen it with my own eyes.

Hearing this, everyone was eager to watch the excitement. Their original plan was to pierce Zhou Jing and watch the swindlers make a fool of themselves. At this time, someone attacked, and everyone was happy to see it succeed and did not stop Liu Ping.

Zhou Jing glanced at him and said lightly, "The supernatural powers of a poor man are not a trick to perform on the street."

He didn't mind showing his hand, but this kind of family boy asked him to show it with this attitude, but he didn't plan to do it.

High above asks others to show their skills to please themselves, and the sense of superiority of the dignitaries is fully demonstrated. If you agree directly, in the eyes of these dignitaries, you will seem to be a "clown performing arts", and you will lose your share, and it will be difficult to maintain your image, so He intends to continue to fiddle with it.

Hearing this, Liu Ping felt that Zhou Jing was cowardly, and suddenly showed an unexpected demeanor, shook his fan, and sneered:

"Could it be that the Taoist priest was unable to reproduce miracles, and was afraid that he would be embarrassed in public and be exposed and deceived?"

- Ye Shunzhong next to him was immediately annoyed and did not say anything sideways;

Young Master Liu, the ability of the Taoist priest, I have seen it with my own eyes, how can it be fake? You don't want to offend the Taoist priest like this!"

Liu Ping shook his head indifferently; "Brother Ye, you have been deceived without knowing it, this person may have some medical skills, but this method of walking on the river must be using some blinding method, how could it be true? "

Before Ye Shunzhong could say anything, Liu Ping stared at Zhou Jing and said proudly:

Hehe, since the Taoist priest entered the door, he has been pretending to be mysterious. I have a head and face in Ningtian Mansion, but you dare to show off in front of us, swindle and deceive, do you think we are easy to deceive? For Brother Ye's sake, I don't think it's arrogant, but if the Taoist priest dare not stand in front of us Use supernatural powers', then let's leave with interest, a liar, how can you "sit with me at the same table?"

Zhao Xing'an frowned, but said not sideways: "Liu Gongzi, today is the official banquet, and Daoist Lingfengzi is my guest."

Liu Ping immediately apologized to the prefect: "Don't blame the prefect, I'm just angry that this person treats me as a fool, showing off and cheating, so I spoke out in anger.

Everyone was silent, but looked at Zhou Qing with a meaningful atmosphere, and the atmosphere was subtle.

The pressure came to Zhou Jing's side. Under this kind of atmosphere, normal people would be on pins and needles.

But Zhou Jing didn't care. After all, he was full of confidence. At this moment, he was just watching Zhao Xing'an and Liu Ping's dialogue with a cold eye, knowing that most of this was a cooperation arranged in advance.

These people held a banquet today, and they originally meant to "explode" him. Although they had a pleasant chat before, how could they easily dispel the suspicions of these powerful and powerful people with a few big words that were not true or false? Speaking of which, the only way to solve it once and for all is to reveal the means. He had this plan, but he needed a reason... . . .

Zhou Jing rolled his eyes, he was already thinking about it, he ignored Liu Ping, but looked at Zhao Xing'an, saying

"Master Zhao, I am going to the banquet today, but I have something to discuss.

Seeing Zhou Jing's face as usual, Zhao Xing'an couldn't help being a little surprised, he felt that this person was still calm, and said with a smile: "The Taoist priest said that

Zhou Jing; "Pin Dao came to Ningtianfu to seek out the secrets of heaven and help the country, but the secrets are vague, and the impoverished Dao doesn't know how to appear, so I hope the prefect will inform the people of the city to pay attention to some strange things on weekdays. If you find anything, let me know."

"...I also heard a little bit. Didn't the Taoist priest persuade the Ye family to do this for you?" Zhao Xingan raised his brows.

"That's right, it's just that the people in the city are skeptical, and there has been little movement in the past few days. If the magistrate tells the people on behalf of the government, the people will believe it.

Zhou Jing nodded and responded calmly. Zhao Xing'an rolled his eyes, and said with a half-smile, "It's not difficult, but this official is also quite curious about the Taoist priest's methods... It's better than this, if the Taoist priest can show his magical powers and walk on water, let me When your eyes are wide open, this official will help you with this matter. The Taoist master has the ability to step on the river, so stepping on this jade river should be a trivial matter for the Taoist master: a pile?"

Zhou Jing deliberately sighed: "Pindao is reluctant to show his supernatural powers easily, and the Yulin Riverside is crowded with people. If it is revealed in public, it will cause riots and stampedes. Why should Master Zhao force him?"

Zhao Xing'an didn't care, he waved his hand and said, "It's okay, the Taoist priest doesn't need to worry about these ordinary people, I'm really curious... But if the Taoist leader doesn't want to, then don't force it, it's just that this official is not easy to handle. what the long said.

Zhou Jing frowned, deliberately glanced at Ye Shunzhong and Ye Shunzhong's blessing, and quickly agreed: "Searching for Tianyue is not a child's play. Since Master Zhao is willing to help, and the Taoist leader is very skilled, let's take action."

When Zhou Jing heard the words, he snorted deliberately and said lightly; "Well, since Jushi Ye also said the same, then the poor Taoist will make an exception, and I hope Master Zhao will not break his promise."

"Hehe, naturally Zhao Xing will not appease the beard and respond casually.

Everyone is also quite curious, wanting to see how this Lingfengzi will collapse after being held up by words, and they are all waiting to see the fun.

Zhou Jing got up slowly and walked slowly to the Yawen window, facing Yulin River.

Under the incomprehensible gazes of the dignitaries in the field, Zhou Jing raised his palms lightly and pressed them against the walls on both sides of the window.

"What is he going to do?" Everyone wondered.

However, in the next second, a sudden change occurred!

Suddenly, the wind was blowing, and the wall of the private room exploded, breaking a big hole and leading to the outside of the building!

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Broken wood and bricks flew and fell from the third floor, causing people on the street to scream.

Nearby passersby avoided one after another, looked up in surprise, and were immediately stunned. They stopped to watch and shouted.

I saw Zhou Jing standing in front of the hole on the third floor of the Cuiyu Building, suddenly stepped out and stood in the air.

Immediately afterward, UU reading www.uukanshu.com He volleyed across the void step by step, as if stepping on invisible steps, from the third floor of the Cuiyu Building, all the way to the surface of the Yulin River.

At the same time, gusts of wind howled, swept across the river, and set off turbulent waves.

I saw rows of painting boats undulating with the water surface, colliding with each other constantly, creating chaos.

- It's like overturning the river and the sea, and the Dragon King is angry

In the room, many dignitaries who had been waiting to watch the show were all stunned. Seeing this incredible scene, they were horrified and coughed.

Zhao Xing'an held a duoxine in his hand and almost pulled his beard off.

At this moment, everyone present had the same incredible thought.

This guy... is actually playing for real?! Ye Shunzhong saw the reaction of the crowd, and a sense of happiness suddenly appeared in his heart, and he felt proud and proud.

Humph, who told these people not to believe him and laugh at him for being deceived!

Stupid, but the Lord believes that it is a real fairy!