Family Cultivation: Evergreen of the Song Family

"Master Zixu has arrived—"

The clear and loud voice echoed over the Jinwu Mountains, attracting the attention of everyone on Jinyang Peak.

"Chief Song is here."

"Daoist Zixu is still as charming as ever."

"I have heard of Fellow Daoist Zixu's reputation even in the faraway Da Chu cultivation world."

Song Changsheng was wearing a simple green gown, with nothing else except the jade pendant that Zhuang Yuechan had given him. He was extremely plain.

But as soon as he appeared, he became the focus of the whole audience and the subject of heated discussion, many of which were flattering.

After all, his story of refusing the golden elixir and then beheading the demon king had already spread and was known to everyone.

If he was only slightly famous in the four border realms before, then now, his fame has long surpassed that of ordinary Jindan Zhenren, and most of the cultivators in the dozen or so surrounding cultivation realms have heard of him.

He is like a rising bright star, shining brightly.

Everyone knows that his future will be bright. Once he breaks through the Jindan stage, he will become a giant.

Therefore, anyone who had no grudge against the Song family would come forward to greet him, regardless of whether they knew him before or not, and try to get to know him by name.

Kind words are free, and it doesn't matter how much you say. As long as you can leave a good impression now, you may reap unexpected rewards in the future.

Even if there is no gain, there is no loss.

By expressing your goodwill, at least you won’t become enemies in the future.

The cultivators from the major Jindan forces are all rather reserved. They neither make people feel distant nor become overly enthusiastic and lower their own status.

But it was different for the cultivators who came from the Purple Mansion forces. They were extremely enthusiastic and showed their goodwill to Song Changsheng without any reservation.

Song Changsheng strolled among the crowd, calmly responding to everyone who greeted him. He was polite and meticulous, appearing very humble and peaceful.

In fact, he didn't have much desire to communicate at this moment.

Because he came here today not to expand his network of contacts, but to bid farewell to a righteous senior.

As the saying goes, the dead are the greatest.

No matter how many grudges he had with Su Ding in the past, when the other party resolutely died together with the [Black Dragon Demon King], all these grudges dissipated like the thin clouds in the sky with the wind.

Now, he came to attend the funeral as a junior student, with admiration and respect in his heart, nothing more.

Now, the entire Jinyang Peak is covered in white, and the sound of crying can be heard from time to time. The entire Jinwu Sect is shrouded in great grief.

This sadness is so contagious that one can't help but immerse oneself in it.

"Fellow Daoist Song." Su Ye, dressed in plain clothes, stood outside the mourning hall with a group of Su family members. He bowed to Song Changsheng with a haggard look.

Seeing the bloodshot in his eyes, Song Changsheng sighed, bowed and said, "Please accept my condolences, fellow Taoists."

Everyone responded mechanically, and then a member of the Su family came out and led Song Changsheng into the mourning hall.

The mourning hall was solemn, with many familiar faces, such as Su Ding's only direct disciple Xia Qingxue, Tianjian Zhenren Bai Zimo, Tiangang Zhenren Chen Zhongzhong, as well as Jinwu Sect's leader Cheng Muchu, great elder Liu Yiyi, Wutan Zhenren Shi Potian, Shen Qingxiu and others.

In addition, there are Tianxiao Sect, Qingyang Palace, Wanlong Chamber of Commerce, Luosha Hall, Wudu Sect...

Almost all forces that had some connection with the Jinwu Sect sent people to express their condolences.

The furnishings in the mourning hall were simple, with only a spirit tablet with simple inscriptions such as "The spirit tablet of the Supreme Elder Jin Yang Zhenren" placed there alone.

Song Changsheng felt sad for no reason. The mighty Jin Yang Zhenren ended up not even having a coffin.

The Su clan member who followed behind him wiped the tears from his eyes and explained in a low voice: "The ancestor had instructed us to keep the funeral ceremony simple, so it is like this."

Hearing this, Song Changsheng suddenly felt extremely sad.

He straightened his clothes, looked solemn, bowed three times respectfully, and then stepped aside.

After hesitating for a moment, he walked to Xia Qingxue's side and said softly, "Fellow Daoist, please accept my condolences."

Xia Qingxue was reciting scriptures silently to herself, and just nodded slightly when she heard his words.

This was the most dramatic movement she had made during the days she had been keeping vigil.

Seeing this, Song Changsheng stopped disturbing her and retreated to Shen Qingxiu's side, watching quietly.

The entire funeral process was extremely simple, even simpler than that of an ordinary farmer in the secular world.

But the world of cultivation is often like this, coming quietly and leaving quietly, with only the process in between being grand and spectacular.

"Fellow Daoist Song, please stay."

After the funeral, Song Changsheng was about to leave with Shen Qingxiu, but Su Ye suddenly called him, and Xia Qingxue came with him.

"What's the matter, Brother Su?"

Su Ye took out a yellowed ancient bamboo slip and handed it to Song Changsheng, saying, "I found this item recently while sorting out my ancestor's belongings. I also found the last words left by my ancestor before he died.

My ancestor once said that no matter whether the expedition succeeds or fails, as long as there is a chance, I must give this item to you. "

As soon as these words were spoken, the attention of everyone present was immediately drawn to him, and they looked at the bamboo scroll in his hand with inquiring expressions.

A few people looked thoughtful, but most of them looked confused.

As the ancestor of the Jinwu Sect, Su Ding actually left a relic for Song Changsheng. This seems a little abnormal no matter how you look at it.

It would be fine if Song Changsheng was close to the Jinwu Sect, but everyone knows that Song Changsheng is Mu Guibai's disciple, and the Song family is a staunch ally of Luoxia City.

If Mu Guibai did this, no one would be suspicious, but this person was Su Ding.

In fact, not only them, even Song Changsheng, the person involved, was confused at the moment, staring at the roll of bamboo in a daze.

There are only two types of text carriers widely used in the world of cultivation, namely jade slips and books made of animal skins. Paper carriers do exist, but their preservation period and risk resistance are far inferior to the former two.

As for the use of bamboo slips, they are even rarer, because jade slips came into being to replace carriers such as bamboo slips and wooden slips.

The bamboo slips have been out of use for at least one era, but this also indirectly reflects the preciousness of the bamboo slips in Su Ye's hand.

Song Changsheng was not a person who did not know the value of things. The material of the bamboo slips was the fourth-grade [Xuanhuang Lingzhu], a precious spiritual material that could be used to refine spiritual treasures. It was almost no longer circulated in the market and was extremely precious. If it was made into bamboo slips, it would not decay even after tens of thousands of years.

Even the ordinary thin rope tied to the bamboo slips is woven from the silk spit out by the fourth-level Heavenly Silkworm King. This thing is also a rare material for refining the fourth-level treasure clothes and is very valuable.

The carrier is so precious, and the contents inside can be imagined, it will definitely not be bad. Listening to the various discussions in his ears, Song Changsheng did not rashly reach out to take it, but shook his head and said: "What virtue and ability do I have to be so favored by Jinyang Zhenren and be given such a precious thing?

This is inappropriate, inappropriate, please take it back, fellow Taoist."

Suddenly, there was an uproar at the scene. No one expected that Song Changsheng would refuse.

"Although I don't know why my ancestor specifically asked to give this item to you, I know that my ancestor admires your talent very much. He may have left this item to show his attitude. I hope you don't have any burden or concerns, and accept it with peace of mind."

Su Ye was very persistent. In fact, he knew the reason why Su Ding left the bamboo slips to Song Changsheng, but he could not say it, even if he died.

At this time, Chen Zhongfang, who was standing on a high level, suddenly said, "Since it was left to you by our master, then accept it. Our master always likes to support the younger generation. With your talent, you deserve it."

Chen Zhongfang has spoken personally, so if Song Changsheng continues to shirk his responsibility, it would be somewhat ungrateful.

"I'm grateful for what I have received." Song Changsheng stretched out his hand to take it.

The moment he got the bamboo slips in his hand, he suddenly felt a peaceful and calm power injected into his body.

In an instant, he had a rough guess about the contents of the bamboo slips.

Thinking of Su Ye's words, he also vaguely understood the deep meaning of Su Ding asking Su Ye to hand this thing over to him.

This thing was actually the compensation given to him by Su Ding. If he accepted it, it would mean that the past grudges between him and Su Ding would be written off, and at the same time, the grudges between the Song family and the Jinwu Sect would also be severed.

Given Su Ding's shrewdness, he might have already noticed something.

And having Su Ye handing it to him personally in front of so many people in public was also a way of showing goodwill.

It also revealed an extremely important piece of information, that the Jinwu Sect would most likely not target him for breaking through the Jindan stage in the future. At least Chen Zhongfang did not have this idea, which was also good news for the Song family.

Of course, it is not ruled out that this is a smoke bomb released by the other party.

True and false, false and true, no one knows what will happen until it reaches that point.

After receiving the benefits, Song Changsheng naturally had to go to Su Ding's spirit tablet to pay homage.

Finally, Xia Qingxue suddenly said: "I'm going to go out and gain some experience."

"Where are you planning to go?" Song Changsheng was not surprised by her decision.

Su Ding died, and the engagement between her and Su Ye was annulled. She was no longer bound by any ties. Temporarily leaving the Jinwu Sect or even the Da Qi cultivation world would only benefit her and not harm her.

In addition, given her identity, it was indeed a bit awkward for her to stay in the Jinwu Sect. Leaving temporarily could avoid many unnecessary fights and conflicts.

"Not sure, maybe it's Daqian, or Dachu, or even further." Xia Qingxue said calmly.

"How long are you going?"

"Maybe ten years, a hundred years, or maybe forever." Xia Qingxue turned to look at the jade pendant on Song Changsheng's waist and said, "My promise from the past is still valid. As long as you crush the jade pendant, I will agree to one of your requests. No matter where I am, I will never give up until I die." (See Volume 177, Chapter for details)
Song Changsheng smiled and nodded, "Okay, if that day really comes, I will definitely not be polite to you."

After that, silence fell between the two.

After a long while, Song Changsheng bowed to Xia Qingxue solemnly and said, "It will be a long journey, take care, fellow Taoist!"

……

After leaving Jinyang Peak, Song Changsheng went to Tianmai Sect without stopping to attend the funeral of the great elder Meng Hao.

No one expected that his first meeting with Meng Hao would be his last.

He also had respect and admiration for this old senior in the world of cultivation.

However, compared to Su Ding’s funeral, Meng Hao’s funeral was much quieter. Apart from the cultivators of Tianmai Sect, those present were basically local forces of Da Qi, with only a few representatives from outside forces that had friendships with Tianmai Sect.

"Greetings to Master Wuxin, please accept my condolences." Song Changsheng bowed slightly.

"Have a heart."

Bai Yan said nothing. After looking Song Changsheng up and down, he asked, "Is that original power still there?"

"To reply to the real person, he is still here."

"Please meditate carefully. It will be of great benefit to your breakthrough in the future." Bai Yan nodded slightly, then closed his eyes and said no more.

Seeing this, Song Changsheng tactfully retreated.

When he arrived outside the mourning hall, he looked at the setting sun and carefully tried to figure out Bai Yan's attitude.

It has to be said that Bai Yan and even the entire Tianmai Sect have always had great goodwill towards him. From the [Golden White Jade Fruit] to the [Ten Thousand Flowers Dew] and now the Golden Elixir Origin, each one came at just the right time.

He was even allowed to make a copy of the diagram of the [Five Spirits Prisoning Heaven Formation], the value of which was not much less than a fourth-level inheritance.

For him, who is just one step away from the Golden Core Stage, this Golden Core Origin can save him decades of hard work and is also a guarantee of safety.

It is no exaggeration to say that even Bai Yan's direct disciples probably don't have the same treatment as him.

Although the background of this treatment is somewhat special, it can also be seen that Bai Yan loves him.

"At least now it has been confirmed that the attitudes of the two sects and one city are friendly towards me. The expected situation of being surrounded by enemies should not occur again." Song Changsheng murmured softly.

Jian Wushuang's experience had always made him wary, and Yin Shang had also reminded him of this implicitly, so he spared no effort to open up a retreat route for the Song family, so that the cunning rabbit has three burrows.

It is to prevent that day from coming.

But he didn't know whether it was because of the tense situation or some other reason, but he suddenly discovered that the attitudes of the two sects towards him and the Song family had subtly changed.

One of the most obvious features is that no one is deliberately restricting the development of the Song family anymore. This can be seen from the previous distribution of the demon king's inner elixir.

The power of the Song family is growing day by day, and that half Demon King may allow them to give birth to one or even two Purple Mansion monks.

There are also top-grade spirit stones. With the exposure of the second skyship, the Baichen, the world has already known that the Song family has the ability to build skyships. A top-grade spirit stone in the hands of the Song family is likely to be transformed into a powerful skyship.

But they still did not set any restrictions on the Song family. Although there was a premium, it was easily redeemed, which was unimaginable in the past.

The Jindan Zhenren from the two sects were also surprisingly friendly to him. There was no trace of the feeling of being surrounded by enemies as when Jian Wushuang had made a breakthrough.

This is naturally a good thing for the Song family, which is in a period of rapid development.

Without restrictions, you don't have to be so cautious when doing many things...

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(End of this chapter)