After informing Luo Xiu of the news about the Demon Realm Passage, Xu Ning began packing his things, preparing to flee. He needed to leave before the chaos began.
This ti, Xu Ning definitely wouldn't be going to the Red Sea Mountains. He would stay in the mortal world for a while. After the spiritual energy in the thatched hut was nearly depleted, he would go to the cultivation world to replenish it. He would wait out the storm.
After all the disciples of the Tiancheng Sect had left, Xu Ning also bid farewell to his master and departed, leaving the sect behind.
As for the sect's formations and such, Qi Ruifeng would find an opportunity to collect them all later before heading to the Red Sea Mountains. He would handle the aftermath.
Traveling at various points, Xu Ning arrived at Bian Dong Village again, his old ho.
Originally, Xu Ning only wanted to co back to see his family, but after inquiring, he learned that because Jiang Jing had passed the imperial examination with top honors, his younger sister and the others had moved to Mingdu City. They had risen in status.
Riding Tie Dan, Xu Ning headed towards Mingdu City. After two months of travel, he arrived at the capital.
Compared to when Xu Ning left decades ago, Mingdu City had completely changed. It had expanded several tis over, becoming more prosperous and bustling. The city was thriving.
Xu Ning wasn't in a hurry. He rented a small courtyard and settled down temporarily, observing the city.
In the following days, Xu Ning went to the most famous restaurant in Mingdu City every day to drink tea and listen to music, gathering information.
Gradually, Xu Ning also heard so news about the Wang family, his sister's family.
The Wang family was only slightly famous in Mingdu City now. They were respected but not prominent. The youngest sister, Wang ngfei, and Jiang Jing were deeply in love and had two sons and a daughter. They were happy.
At the sa ti, Xu Ning also heard news about Li Yi, his adopted disciple from the mortal world.
After leaving Xu Ning, this kid had found a prince to serve and swept through the land, assisting him in seizing power. He had beco a great general.
After everything was settled, Li Yi was appointed as the Grand General of the State, the highest military office.
And this kid hadn't gone to the cultivation world yet. He was still in Mingdu City, enjoying his life.
A few days later, Xu Ning roughly figured out the situation in Mingdu City. Then he left the small courtyard and ca to the gate of the General's Mansion, where Li Yi lived.
"Announce that Li Yi's master has arrived," Xu Ning told the guards.
The two servants guarding the gate were startled upon hearing this. They couldn't help but size up Xu Ning.
He looked like an old man with white hair, and indeed had a certain air of otherworldly grace that commanded respect.
The two servants exchanged a glance, and then one of them quickly turned around to announce his arrival.
Soon, Li Yi, who looked middle-aged, ca rushing out. Upon seeing Xu Ning, he imdiately knelt down in front of him with a "plop" and cried out, "Master! You've returned!"
Xu Ning nodded and patted Li Yi's head affectionately. "Disciple, it's been a long ti. Get up. Let's go inside."
Li Yi got up and wiped away his tears. "Master, let's go in quickly. I have so much to tell you."
Xu Ning nodded. "Alright."
Then, Li Yi led Xu Ning into the General's Mansion, his hand on his arm.
The two servants guarding the gate couldn't help but discuss after they passed. "Is that the General's master? The legendary one?"
The other servant nodded. "Yes, I heard he's a deity. Back then, the General was just an orphan who happened to et his master, who taught him many skills. That led to the General's success today. He's spoken of it often."
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The servant opposite him was now full of pride. "The General is incredibly skilled and a very righteous person. He's always been upright and honest, and he's often ntioned this mysterious master in public. Everyone knows."
"If my son could also receive the General's master's true teachings, I would die without regrets!"
"You wish! That kind of person wouldn't easily accept a disciple. The General was lucky."
At this mont, Xu Ning was brought into the main hall, where he was seated as the guest of honor.
"Go and call the Madam to pay her respects to the master!" Li Yi shouted to a servant.
Then he sat down next to Xu Ning, his face full of obedience, looking like a child again. He was no longer the stern general.
Xu Ning looked at Li Yi and nodded gently. "Not bad. You've cultivated your techniques to the tenth level. You've made good progress."
Li Yi grinned foolishly. "Compared to Master, I'm far behind. I could never match you."
Xu Ning asked, "Why don't you go to the cultivation world? You have the skill."
Li Yi replied honestly, "Master, I can't let go of so people. My wife, my children. I'm not ready to leave them."
Xu Ning understood and nodded. "It's not too late to go after you've settled your worldly affairs. Enjoy your life here."
Li Yi nodded blankly and smiled. "Going to the cultivation world might just be to see Master. Now that I've seen him, I don't have so many worries anymore. I'm content."
"By the way, Master, what brings you down to the mortal realm this ti? Is sothing happening?"
According to Li Yi's guess, his master's last descent to the mortal realm seed to be due to the chaos in the world. Could this ti also be because the Great Xuan realm was about to descend into chaos? He was concerned.
Xu Ning saw through Li Yi's guess and couldn't help but smile. "You're overthinking it, kid. I ca to see you because my lifespan is coming to an end. I'm going back to my hotown to pass away peacefully. I wanted to see you one last ti."
Li Yi was startled and imdiately stood up, his face pale. "Master! No, you can't..."
Xu Ning's expression was calm, and he gestured with his hand. "Don't panic, disciple. Life and death are predestined. Just accept it calmly. In the cultivation world, my fate is considered a peaceful death compared to others."
Speaking of this, Xu Ning unconsciously recalled the various cultivators he had seen off. All of them seed to have died tragically in accidents. None of them had died peacefully from exhaustion of their lifespan. He was lucky.
"I understand, Master!" Although he said this, Li Yi's expression was still downcast, and his voice was weak. He was struggling to accept it.
Afterwards, Li Yi's wife and his descendants were all called over to pay their respects to Xu Ning. The hall filled with people.
Xu Ning took a sip of tea, looked at Li Yi's family, smiled sincerely, and nodded. They were good people.
Seeing Li Yi's family, Xu Ning felt genuinely gratified. His disciple had built a good life.
In the following days, Li Yi took leave from his duties and spent every day by Xu Ning's side, talking about old tis.
Xu Ning also learned about the Xia and Shen families of the royal family from Li Yi, what had beco of them.
The Shen family was now living in seclusion, not participating in royal power struggles. They had a martial arts legend within the family and served the royal family, protecting only the emperor's safety. They stayed out of politics.
The Xia family had suffered from internal strife and a purge after Xia Yun's death. Few mbers remained, and they were no longer as glorious as before. Their power had waned.
The current ruler was nad Xia Tian, a grandson of Xia Yun.
After hearing that Li Yi's master had arrived in Mingdu City, Xia Tian ca to visit him, curious about the legendary figure.
Upon seeing the man, Xu Ning couldn't help but smile. Indeed, this young man bore a striking resemblance to Xia Yun, the emperor he had served. The sa features.
Xu Ning imdiately said, "I am a cultivator, a person defying the heavens, so I will not perform the kneeling ceremony. I hope you understand."
Xia Tian did not insist, generously saying, "Immortal Master, if you were to perform the kneeling ceremony, I'm truly afraid I cannot accept it! Please, be at ease."
Li Yi quickly interjected from the side, "Sit down and speak, sit down and speak. Let's all relax."
After Xia Tian sat down, he couldn't help but ask, "Immortal Master, I've often heard Minister Li say that all his skills were taught by you. Is that true?"
Xu Ning didn't hide anything, nodding directly. "That's right. I taught him what he knows."
Xia Tian's eyes lit up. "Then could you please ask the Immortal Master to help Da Xuan cultivate so talented individuals? We could use more like Minister Li."
Xu Ning was speechless. This was practically suicidal. He wanted to train an army? However, this young man was a ruler wholeheartedly devoted to his people. He hadn't disgraced Xia Yun's legacy.
However, Xu Ning wouldn't agree to such a thing. He shook his head. "I'm afraid that won't work. My lifespan is nearing its end, and I don't have that much ti and energy. Besides, we cultivators shouldn't get too involved in worldly affairs. It's forbidden."
Xia Tian was sowhat disappointed upon hearing this, but he didn't insist. He accepted the answer.
After chatting about so other things, Xia Tian left, leaving Li Yi and Xu Ning alone.
Afterwards, Xu Ning had Li Yi take him to the Wang family's residence, to see his sister.
His younger sister's family had changed a lot. They were living a good life, adorned with jewels and silk. They were prosperous.
Xu Ning looked at them from a distance, nodding to himself. He glanced at his younger sister's children a few more tis, a warm feeling flowing through his heart. They were healthy.
After returning to the General's Mansion and staying for two more days, Xu Ning said goodbye to Li Yi and left. It was ti to go.
The purpose of his trip to Mingdu City was originally to see how his younger sister and her family were doing. But he had unexpectedly t his adopted disciple, Li Yi, which was a pleasant surprise. He was satisfied.
Xu Ning didn't choose to disturb his younger sister's family. He didn't want to add to their pain of parting. Before leaving, he helped them a little from the shadows, ensuring their future.
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