All Heavens: Sharing Talents with Countless Mes

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Sun Wukong is still being suppressed under the Five Elements Mountain!

This means that the current timeframe is right before the journey to the West is about to begin!

"Thank you, waiter." Chu Yang took out a small piece of silver and stuffed it into the waiter's hand.

The waiter was overjoyed and thanked him repeatedly before leaving.

Chu Yang picked up his teacup, took a small sip, and his mind was racing with calculations.

"In the thirteenth year of the Zhenguan era, the Grand Buddhist and Buddhist Assembly is about to be held, and Tang Sanzang will soon set off on his journey to retrieve the Buddhist scriptures..."

"This point in time is both a challenge and an opportunity for me."

"If I can establish contact with Sun Wukong before Tang Sanzang reaches the Five Elements Mountain, perhaps I can make this connection."

"But before that, I need to do two things."

He put down his teacup, his gaze becoming deep.

"The first thing is to settle Ruyan in."

"Although Cui Yuanlang is temporarily intimidated by me, given the power of the Cui family, he will inevitably return sooner or later. If Ruyan remains in Chang'an, she will fall into his clutches sooner or later."

"I have to find a way to get her out and take her to a safe place."

"The second thing is to get to know Venus."

"Venus is an envoy of the Heavenly Court, frequently descending to the mortal realm. If one could gain his favor, perhaps one could obtain a cultivation technique and formally embark on the path of cultivation."

"Only by possessing cultivation can I have a foothold in this world, the ability to protect Ruyan, and the chance to connect with Sun Wukong."

Thinking of this, Chu Yang stood up, paid the tea bill, and left the teahouse.

"Let's go back to Chang'an first and bring Ruyan out."

He walked with firm steps in the direction he had come from.

……

The night was deep, and the moon and stars were few.

The city gates of Chang'an had long been closed, but this was not a problem for Chu Yang.

Using the movement techniques he learned from Chu Yang's memories in other dimensions, he silently scaled the city wall and infiltrated the city.

The Liu family's residence is located in an alley in the west of the city; it is a house of moderate size.

Chu Yang arrived at the back door of the Liu family's house with practiced ease, knocked three times, and then knocked twice more.

This was the secret code he and Liu Ruyan had agreed upon.

A moment later, the back door was opened a crack from the inside.

A pair of bright eyes peeked out from the crack in the door, and upon seeing Chu Yang, a hint of surprise flashed across their faces.

"Chu Lang? Is it really you?"

A soft voice came out, carrying a mixture of joy and worry.

Chu Yang smiled slightly: "It's me, Ru Yan. Open the door."

The back door opened fully, and a young girl in a light green dress walked out quickly.

She was beautiful and elegant, with a scholarly air about her. She was none other than Liu Ruyan, Chu Yang's fiancée.

"Chu Lang, what brings you here?" Liu Ruyan grabbed Chu Yang's hand and pulled him into the courtyard. "The soldiers outside are searching for you everywhere. How dare you come back?"

Chu Yang gently held her hand and reassured her, "Don't worry, I'm fine. But have you been bothered by Cui Yuanlang these past few days?"

Liu Ruyan shook her head: "That Cui Yuanlang sent people over several times, but my father sent them away each time. However, Father said that the Cui family is powerful, and we probably won't be able to hold out for long..."

Chu Yang nodded, having already made up his mind.

“Ruyan, I came here for this very reason,” he said in a deep voice. “We can’t stay in Chang’an any longer. I plan to take you away from here to a safe place.”

Liu Ruyan was stunned: "Leave Chang'an? Where to?"

Chu Yang pondered for a moment, then said, "I plan to go to Mount Wutai."

"Mount Wutai?" Liu Ruyan was even more confused. "That's a sacred Buddhist site. What are we going there for?"

Chu Yang explained, "It's precisely because that's a sacred Buddhist site that the Cui family's influence can't extend there. Once you arrive at Mount Wutai, find a nunnery to stay in temporarily, and even if Cui Yuanlang is arrogant, he won't dare cause trouble in that sacred Buddhist site."

"As for me, I have some things to take care of. I'll come pick you up when I'm done."

Liu Ruyan remained silent for a moment, then finally nodded.

Although she was reluctant to leave her family, she didn't want to implicate Chu Yang even more.

“Okay, I’ll do as you say,” she said softly. “But what about my parents…”

“I will talk to your uncle and aunt,” Chu Yang said. “Don’t worry, I will persuade them.”

The two arrived at the main hall, where Liu Ruyan's parents, Master Liu and Madam Liu, were waiting.

Upon seeing Chu Yang enter, Master Liu displayed a complex expression.

"My dear son-in-law, you've arrived." He sighed. "I've heard about what happened to you; that Cui Yuanlang is truly going too far!"

Chu Yang bowed respectfully, saying, "I have troubled my father-in-law and mother-in-law."

Master Liu waved his hand: "It's not your fault, it's the Cui family who are bullying us. But... alas, my Liu family is small and weak, we really can't help you much."

Chu Yang said, "Father-in-law, there's no need to blame yourself. I've come here to take Ruyan away from Chang'an and find a safe place to stay temporarily."

Both Master Liu and Madam Liu's expressions changed simultaneously.

"What? Take Ruyan away?" Madam Liu asked urgently, "Where are you going?"

Chu Yang explained his plan in detail.

After listening, Master Liu remained silent for a long time before finally letting out a long sigh.

“Very well, this is for the best,” he said. “Staying in Chang’an will only lead to trouble from the Cui family sooner or later. It’s better to go to Mount Wutai for refuge than to stay here.”

“But…” He looked at Chu Yang, his eyes filled with worry, “My dear son-in-law, what do you plan to do? You’re out there alone; if you’re caught by the soldiers…”

Chu Yang smiled slightly: "Father-in-law, rest assured, I have my own plans."

Although he didn't explain in detail, his calm and confident demeanor inexplicably reassured Master Liu.

"Alright, I'll leave everything to you." Master Liu finally nodded in agreement.

Although Madam Liu was reluctant, she knew that this was the best solution at the moment, and could only agree with tears in her eyes.

Liu Ruyan packed a few things and then left the Liu family with Chu Yang.

Under the cover of night, the two quietly left Chang'an and headed towards Mount Wutai.

……

Mount Wutai is located northeast of Chang'an City, about a thousand miles away.

For an average person, it would take at least a month to walk there.

However, by using the movement techniques from Chu Yang's memories in other planes, Chu Yang's speed was much faster than that of ordinary people.

With the help of horse-drawn carriages along the way, the two arrived at the foot of Mount Wutai in just over ten days.

Mount Wutai is a sacred Buddhist site, with numerous temples and thriving incense offerings.

Chu Yang led Liu Ruyan to a nunnery halfway up the mountain—Qingxin Nunnery.

This nunnery is not large, but it is quiet and peaceful, making it a good place for self-cultivation.

The abbess of the nunnery was a kind-looking old nun with the Buddhist name Jingci.

After hearing Chu Yang's purpose, Abbess Jingci pondered for a moment and finally nodded in agreement to take Liu Ruyan in.

“Amitabha Buddha, I am already aware of your plight,” said Abbess Jingci. “This female benefactor will stay at our nunnery for the time being, and I will take good care of her.”

Chu Yang quickly thanked her, "Thank you for your compassion, Master."

Abbess Jingci waved her hand: "Please don't be so polite, benefactor. Compassion is the duty of a nun; this is what I should do."

After settling Liu Ruyan in, Chu Yang prepared to leave.

Liu Ruyan held his hand reluctantly, her eyes slightly red. "Chu Lang, you must be careful out there all by yourself," she whispered.

Chu Yang gently squeezed her hand and said softly, "Don't worry, I'll take good care of myself. You rest here and recover. I'll come pick you up after I've finished my business."

Liu Ruyan nodded, forcing back her tears, and watched Chu Yang leave.

Watching his receding figure, she silently prayed in her heart.

"My love, you must return safely..."

……

After leaving Qingxin Nunnery, Chu Yang did not immediately descend the mountain, but instead wandered around Wutai Mountain.

He was looking for an opportunity—an opportunity to meet Venus.

According to Chu Yang's memories from other planes, Venus often descended to the mortal realm to travel, and especially liked to linger in famous mountains and rivers.

Mount Wutai is a sacred Buddhist site, rich in spiritual energy and beautiful scenery, and is the place where Venus (the planet Venus) might appear.

"However, Venus's whereabouts are unpredictable; encountering him will likely require some luck..."

Chu Yang walked in the mountains for three days, but still could not find any trace of Venus.

Just as he was feeling somewhat discouraged, a melodious flute tune drifted from afar.

The flute's clear and melodious sound, like a lament, seemed to be telling a distant story.

Chu Yang looked in the direction of the sound and saw a white-haired figure sitting on the ground on a distant mountain peak, holding a jade flute in his hand and playing it.

The figure was dressed in a plain white robe, with a kind face, white hair and beard, and a faint aura of immortality emanating from him.

Chu Yang's heart stirred.

This breath...

Definitely not an ordinary person!

He suppressed his excitement and walked towards the mountain peak.

The mountain path was rugged, but Chu Yang moved with light steps and soon arrived in front of the white-haired figure.

The sound of the flute stopped suddenly.

The white-haired old man raised his head and looked at Chu Yang, a hint of surprise flashing in his cloudy old eyes.

"Oh? It's quite rare that mortals could find this place."

Chu Yang cupped his hands in greeting: "Junior Chu Yang greets Senior."

The white-haired old man glanced at him, then smiled slightly: "Young man, how did you find this place?"

Chu Yang answered truthfully, "This junior heard your flute music and followed the sound."

The white-haired old man nodded, seemingly quite satisfied with the answer.

“The fact that you can hear my flute means we are destined to meet,” he said. “Young man, what is your name?”

"This junior is Chu Yang."

"Chu Yang..." the white-haired old man murmured the name, a meaningful smile playing on his lips. "A good name."

He stood up, put his hands behind his back, and looked down at the mountains below.

"Young man, what brings you to me?"

Chu Yang took a deep breath and decided to tell the truth.

"This junior dares to ask, senior, if you are Venus?"

A hint of surprise flashed in the white-haired old man's eyes, then he burst into laughter.

"Interesting! You actually recognized me!"

He turned around and stared intently at Chu Yang.

"Speak, what do you want with me?"

Chu Yang was overjoyed and quickly said, "This junior has a request, and hopes that senior will grant it."

"Oh? What is it?"

Chu Yang took a deep breath and solemnly said, "This junior wishes to join a sect of immortals and cultivate to become an immortal. I humbly request that you, senior, guide me on the right path."

Upon hearing this, Venus's smile gradually faded, replaced by a thoughtful expression.

"Cultivate to become an immortal?" he said slowly. "Young man, do you know how difficult the path to immortality is?"

"Countless mortals embark on the path of cultivation, but only a handful achieve true enlightenment. Most perish along the way."

"Have you really thought this through?"

Chu Yang looked directly into his eyes, his expression resolute.

“I have thought it through,” he said in a deep voice. “I know the path to immortality is fraught with difficulties and dangers, but I do not want to spend my life as a mortal at the mercy of others.”

"This junior wants to control my own destiny and protect those I want to protect."

"For this, I am willing to pay any price."

Venus looked at him intently, a hint of admiration flashing in his eyes.

"Good, good, good!" he said three times. "Young man, I am very satisfied with your character."

"Since you have made up your mind, I will grant your wish."

He took out a scroll of bamboo slips from his sleeve and handed it to Chu Yang.

"This is a basic cultivation technique called the 'Taiyi Qi Nourishing Technique'."

"This cultivation method is simple to learn, yet it allows mortals to step into the gate of cultivation. If you can master this method, you will have officially embarked on the path of immortal cultivation."

Chu Yang was overjoyed and quickly accepted the bamboo slip with both hands, solemnly bowing deeply.

"Thank you so much for your guidance, senior! I will remember it forever!"

Venus waved his hand: "No need for formalities. I'm just giving you an opportunity; whether you seize it or not depends on your own fate."

He turned and looked into the distance, his voice echoing in the distance.

"Young man, the path to immortality is long and arduous; you must strive diligently."

"If fate allows, we will meet again."

As he finished speaking, his figure gradually became ethereal, eventually transforming into a wisp of breeze and disappearing into the world.

Chu Yang stared in the direction where he had disappeared, remaining lost in thought for a long time.

A moment later, he looked down at the bamboo slip in his hand, his eyes filled with excitement.

The Taiyi Nourishing Qi Formula!
This is a true cultivation technique for immortality!

From this day forward, he is no longer a mortal at the mercy of others, but a cultivator!
"Venus, thank you for your kindness."

Chu Yang said silently to himself.

"I will never forget your kindness."

He put away the bamboo slips and turned to walk down the mountain.

At the foot of Mount Wutai lies a secluded valley called Qingyun Valley.

This valley is surrounded by mountains on three sides and a stream on the other. Ancient trees reach for the sky, clear springs gurgle, and spiritual energy abounds, making it a rare and precious place for cultivation.

Most ordinary people don't know that this place exists; only the local mountain people occasionally come to the valley entrance to collect some mountain products.

When Chu Yang first discovered this place, he was deeply attracted by its environment.

He closed his eyes, feeling the faint coolness in the air, and immediately made a decision.

“This is it.”

He inquired with the local villagers and learned that the owner of the valley was a reclusive old hunter.

The old hunter was getting on in years and had no children, so he had long intended to sell the property.

Chu Yang used the silver he won at the poetry gathering to negotiate a price with the old hunter, buying the valley and a thatched hut within it for sixty taels of silver. (End of Chapter)