Chapter 72: Chapter 71: A Heartless Request
“As fellow practitioners, I thought I might share more with you, as it’s hardly a secret anymore. These days, it’s not just the Great Tang dealing with such issues. Everywhere across the Eastern Victorious Divine Continent, there’s unrest. There is even a rumor that Heaven and Earth Calamity might descend upon the world soon,” Lu Huaming said, hesitating slightly before sighing.
“Heaven and Earth Calamity? Daoist friend, could you please elaborate?” Shen Luo asked, a tremor in his heart.
He rembered clearly that not too long ago, the Yan father and son had ntioned a great calamity where demonic beings would engulf the world in his dreams.
“This matter is yet unknown to the masses. Yet, there have been whispers in so hidden corners of the Great Tang. Though there were initially few believers. so secluded Cultivating sects began to take it seriously. So even sent their disciples down the mountains, either to investigate the matter or sothing else, which only made the rumors more confusing,” Lu Huaming explained, stroking his chin thoughtfully.
Hearing this, Shen Luo grew silent. A mont later, he suddenly asked:
“Where precisely do you hail from, Daoist friend? A typical cultivator wouldn’t know this much, would they?”
Lu Huaming was taken aback by the question, but then he laughed heartily, removed a palm-sized token from his waist, and passed it over, saying:
“Impressive observation, Brother Shen! Since it’s like this, I have nothing to hide. Please have a look.”
Shen Luo took the token and inspected it under the moonlight. It had a heavy feel to it, seemingly made from sothing other than ordinary copper or iron. On one side was a carving of a closed Door Pattern, while the other bore the Great Tang Imperial Seal.
“My apologies, Daoist friend! It turns out you are a governnt official. It’s only normal that you would know so many things.” Shen Luo felt a chill in his heart and handed the token back.
“Currently, the court needs a great many talents. Brother Shen, you are young, and your Water Techniques are remarkable. Given that you have no allegiance to any sect, why not join the governnt? I’m willing to introduce you,” Lu Huamin said, tying the token back to his waist.
“Your praise is misplaced, Daoist friend. My Water Techniques have rely scratched the surface; I’m nowhere near worthy enough,” Shen Luo replied, shaking his head.
Having yet to resolve the issue with the Mysterious Jade Pillow, he dared not attract the attention of monstrous beings and ghosts with his insignificant skill. For now, he only had one life – unlike in his dreams, he couldn’t revive repeatedly.
“Daoist Shen, you’re underrating yourself. Joining the court has many benefits. Not only will it save you from many worldly troubles, but you’ll have the resources to thrive. Furthermore, you’d be protecting the people of the Great Tang. Wouldn’t that be a win-win situation?” Lu Huaming smiled, continuing to persuade him.
“With great respect for your affection, Lu Daoist, let’s consider this matter so other ti, when my magical powers have progressed,” Shen Luo politely declined.
Seeing this, Lu Huaming stopped pushing and instead asked:
“Let’s talk about this in the future. However, I do have a favor to ask. Would you be so kind as to help?”
“Please go ahead, Daoist friend,” Shen Luo answered, relieved that the other party was no longer insistent.
“Brother Shen, I wonder if you could teach the water-walking technique you just demonstrated?” Lu Huaming asked hesitatingly, to Shen Luo’s surprise.
“I…” Shen Luo was about to refuse instinctively.
“Rest assured, I’m not asking you for all the details about your technique, just the part about stepping on water. If you agree to teach , I’ll give you a valuable offering in return,” Lu Huaming quickly added upon seeing Shen Luo’s reaction.
“Earlier, Lu Daoist, didn’t you ntion that you were not proficient in Water Techniques? Why are you so interested in this water-walking technique?” Shen Luo couldn’t help but ask, filled with curiosity.
“While I might not have command over Water Techniques, I can see the excellence in your water-walking thod. Mastering so of the technique would indeed be useful when navigating water bodies in the future,” Lu Huaming replied, scratching his head with a smile.
“While I am not bound by any sectarian rules about not sharing techniques, I am sowhat hesitant about this water-walking thod…” Shen Luo hesitated.
“You don’t need to be concerned. If you agree to teach this technique, I’ll offer an item in exchange,” Lu Huaming interjected, seeming to understand Shen Luo’s reservations.
“Oh? What kind of item?” Shen Luo asked, raising an eyebrow.
“Please have a look,” Lu Huamin replied, reaching into his robe to retrieve a small, ash-grey fork wrapped in a Yellow Paper Charm, which he proceeded to wave at Shen Luo.
The fork, only about a foot long, was very similar to the common two-pronged fish forks but appeared delicate. It was wrapped in a Yellow Paper Charm around its handle, revealing it as a Talismanic Instrunt.
“What do you think, Brother Shen? Are you satisfied?” Lu Huaman asked, seeing Shen Luo’s eyes fixated on the small fork.
“With Lu Daoist being so generous, how could I possibly refuse?” This ti, Shen Luo had no hesitation.
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