Pure Yang!

Chapter 164: Laoshan Dojo! Zhang Fan Arrives

Looking out the window, you can see rolling mountains and endless dark clouds.

Inside the high-speed train, Zhang Fan's eyelids drooped, half open and half closed, like the clay sculptures of gods and Buddhas in a temple, with only a ray of light from the sky shining through.

Three feet above his head, his soul sat in meditation, and strange fluctuations continued to radiate around like ripples, with the range getting larger and larger, searching for the traces of the [Evil God]. After a long time, nothing was found.

"Okay, it's worthy of falling from me, it's pretty cool." Zhang Fan slowly opened his eyes, with a different kind of light flashing in the depths of his eyes.

With the mysteriousness and power of his current soul, he could not find any trace of the [Evil God] through the remaining aura from the recent fight.

It can be seen that the strength of this thing is no less than that of the original body. Even his research on [Great Divination] or [Three Corpses] is more profound than Zhang Fan.

Zhang Fan guessed that the [Evil God] should have a way to lock the soul or disguise the soul, so that he, as the original body, could not detect the other party's existence at such a close distance.

"It's a bit tricky." Zhang Fan's mind raced.

At first, in order to overcome the calamity of "The Great Night", he practiced the "Spiritual Division Method", and his original spirit was divided into three parts. The good spirit returned to the body, retaining consciousness, while the evil spirit and the evil spirit each took away a part of his power...

Fortunately, the evil spirit had been imprisoned by Xiong Sanqi and hidden in the Xiong family in Yinshan. It was a natural thing to get it back.

But the evil god was different. He took away most of the power and memories, took over another body and was reborn. For the past ten years, he has been keeping a low profile and growing stronger in secret.

The most troublesome thing is that he knows about Zhang Fan’s existence, but Zhang Fan doesn’t know his real identity.

"Although we haven't found him, he can't be too far away. He should be in Dongshan Province." Zhang Fan thought thoughtfully.

At this level, the soul has left the body and even though it can walk in the daytime, it cannot travel thousands of miles a day or travel in all directions.

The evil god was very close to him, but in the vast sea of ​​people, he was like a grain of sand thrown into the sea. Unless he showed up on his own initiative, it would be difficult to find him effectively.

"His appearance here should not just be to test me."

Zhang Fan always had a hunch that the sudden appearance of the evil god must have other purposes. There was no basis for this, it was just a perception and sensation of being one.

"Brother Fan, where did that expert come from?"

At this moment, Liu Xingchui's voice brought Zhang Fan back to his senses, and an indelible fear remained on his face.

Liu Xingyu next to him was even more silent.

The battle between the souls just now was naked violence. Ordinary people were fine since their souls had not yet awakened. Even those with sensitive destinies or weak bodies would only feel a little uncomfortable, drowsy, and nauseous.

But they are different. Only those who practice Taoism and have awakened their spirits can feel the fear of the fluctuations just now more deeply.

At this time, Liu Xingyu was even a little autistic, unwilling to talk much, and his face looked very ugly.

In fact, his soul was a little erratic, between leaving the body and returning, and he was obviously frightened.

"Little trash..." Zhang Fan hesitated, touched his chin, and his expression became strange.

In a sense, he is the evil god, and the evil god is also him...

"Little cutie." Zhang Fan curled his lips.

"Um!?"

Liu Xingchui was stunned for a moment, as if he didn't hear clearly, let alone understand.

"Brother Fan, the people from the Dongshan Provincial Dao League are here again."

At this moment, Liu Xingyu spoke up to remind him.

Zhang Fan looked up and saw Wei Qingsong and his junior sister Lin Xiaoke walking towards them from a distance. The two of them had just searched the entire high-speed train but failed to find the mysterious master.

Zhang Fan saw this and couldn't help but sneer.

Not to mention that the evil god was not on this train at all, and what they just saw was just the exterior view of his soul. Even if he was really there, with their strength, they would not have enough time to escape, so why were they pretending to search for him?!
"Brother Tao!"

Wei Qingsong walked up to him, bowed his head and saluted. His attitude and expression were no longer as official as before. As for Lin Xiaoke, she stood obediently behind her senior brother. She no longer had the pride she had just now and she didn't even dare to look Zhang Fan in the eye.

The battle just now left a very deep impression on these brothers and sisters.

"It was dangerous just now, thanks to my brother for helping me." Wei Qingsong's address became respectful.

"You're welcome." Zhang Fan said casually, but he didn't care. At this moment, most of his thoughts were on the [Evil God], and he didn't take Wei Qingsong's kindness seriously.

What's more, he came to Dongshan this time to look for the missing Jiang Lai, not to make friends.

"If you have time, please get off the car later. I would like to invite you to have a meal with me." Wei Qingsong invited sincerely.

"There are plenty of bean sticks."

At this moment, Lin Xiaoke behind him added in a low voice.

The Liu brothers raised their eyebrows and looked over subconsciously. Wei Qingsong was stunned for a moment, then turned around and glared at Lin Xiaoke fiercely, wondering why his junior sister suddenly lost her mind and said such a thing.

Although it is said that if you don't eat bean sticks, you have not been to Dongshan Province, but who is he inviting now? If you don't come to just eat roast chicken, what's the point of having all the bean sticks! ?

"What are you talking about?" Wei Qingsong gritted his teeth.

"I...I...I'm sorry, senior brother, I..." Lin Xiaoke was a little dazed.

"Brother, please forgive me. My junior sister just suffered a shock and she hasn't recovered for a while."

As he spoke, Wei Qingsong looked at Liu Xingyu who was also a little dazed.

"I appreciate your kindness, but there's no need to eat. I'm just passing by." Zhang Fan said casually.

Once he finds Jiang Lai, he will leave, not wanting to cause any trouble.

"Well, when we get to Qilu City, if you need anything, feel free to come to the Dongshan Province Dao League to find me."

As he spoke, Wei Qingsong bowed and greeted them, then turned and left with Lin Xiaoke.

He also knew that masters like Zhang Fan all had their own tempers, and if he tried to curry favor with them too much, it might make the other party feel uncomfortable. If they got angry, he wouldn't be able to resist.

"What's wrong with you? Did you eat too many bean sticks?"

Before they had gone far, Wei Qingsong's angry voice was heard.

"The next stop is Qilu City Station..."

At this moment, a broadcast sounded in the carriage. Zhang Fan stood up, packed his luggage and prepared to get off the bus.

First, go to the Laoshan Dojo in Qilu City to find out the situation. After all, Jiang Lai disappeared after delivering the [White Bone Pill]. The Laoshan Dojo was the last place she appeared, and there might be some clues left there.

"Brother Fan, the owner of the Taoist temple in Laoshan is called Luo Baozhang. He practiced in Laoshan in his early years and went down the mountain after seven years of study..." Liu Xingchui told the information he knew.

It was this person who ordered the [White Bone Pill] from Ye Buliang this time.

It is said that although Luo Baozhang is not very talented, he has some connections in Dongshan Province, otherwise he would not have been able to sit on the position of director of Laoshan Taoist Temple in Qilu City. You know, this is a lucrative position.

After all, although there are more than a hundred Taoist temples in Laoshan in Dongshan Province, in terms of money-making ability, this one in Qilu City can rank among the top five.

Because of this, Luo Baozhang spent 3.5 million to order a [White Bone Pill] without blinking an eye. "This person has average talent, and his cultivation relies almost entirely on [External Alchemy]. He spends 20 to 30 million on it every year." Liu Xingchui whispered.

Not everyone's cultivation speed is as abnormal as Zhang Fan's. Some people sit in meditation all day long, contemplating their entire lives, but they cannot even awaken their soul.

Even if one crosses the threshold of [initial movement of the primordial spirit], improving one's cultivation and practicing Taoism will still require a lot of effort and time.

There are many people who spend more than ten years practicing a small skill, and remain just a "disciple" for their entire life. Even so, they are already considered the best in Taoism.

After all, practicing Taoism and seeking immortality is a method that goes against the will of heaven. It is not one in ten thousand, but one in a hundred thousand, a million, or even ten million.

Because of this, external alchemy has become a shortcut for many people. Relying on the great medicines of heaven and earth and the rare treasures from mountains and seas to improve one's cultivation and refine one's Taoism is also a great way, and there is no difference between the two.

The Tao is infinite and has no differences. Its only drawback is that it is too expensive.

"He really doesn't lack money." Zhang Fan's eyes twitched.

Luo Baozhang has been the director of the Laoshan Taoist Temple for five years. He has already accumulated a fortune of over 100 million yuan. He spends a lot of money every year, and finally pushed himself to the fourth level of Taoism [Spiritual Master] level, and is considered a master.

"Let's see if he has any clues first."

After Zhang Fan got off the high-speed train, he took the Liu brothers and took a taxi directly to Laoshan Taoist Temple. Anyway, this was a business trip and all expenses could be reimbursed when they returned, so there was no need to save money for Bai Bu Ran.

……

Dongshan Province, Qilu City.

No. 371 Guaizi Street, Laoshan Taoist Temple.

The quaint little building and the spacious courtyard seem like a small square, with tall figures waving their fists and feet under the leadership of a Taoist priest.

This is the most famous health-preserving Kung Fu of Laoshan Taoist Temple, named [Bird Body Beast Fist]. Men practice it to strengthen the kidneys, while women practice it to improve their looks. Over time, it can train the muscles and bones externally, and the Qi and blood internally, prolong life, and is effective for heart disease, arthritis, high blood pressure, high blood sugar, etc.

In the office on the fifth floor.

A burly middle-aged man with a beer belly turned the iron ball with his right hand, making a "clang" sound, and with his other hand he picked up the freshly brewed tea, poured a cup, and pushed it to the other side.

"Brother Wei, you came at the right time. Try my new brew, Autumn Drunk Tea. This kind of tea is only available in Laoshan and tastes best in autumn..."

"I asked my master for this tea cake during last year's annual meeting." Luo Baozhang looked at Wei Qingsong who was sitting opposite him with a smile.

"Autumn is intoxicating!" Wei Qingsong couldn't help but be moved when he smelled the fragrance.

He knew that the tea plants planted in the tea gardens in the mountains were not ordinary ones. Some were even spiced with elixir residue, making the flavor last longer and its effects comparable to tonics. However, only thirty-six cakes of tea of ​​"Qiu Zuinong" were produced every year.

It was only because of Luo Baozhang's good management of the Taoist temple in Laoshan that he was able to get a cake of tea.

"I am so blessed today thanks to my senior brother." Wei Qingsong couldn't help but say.

"Junior brother, why are you here so late today?" Luo Baozhang said calmly.

"You also know that some time ago, the Wuwei Sect caused a big commotion in Qilu City. Recently, there have been too many things happening in the Taoist Alliance, and there are some external missions." Wei Qingsong didn't say much.

This is the rule of the Taoist Alliance.

Luo Baozhang nodded but didn't ask any more questions.

"The person who is not bright at night should be here today. With my junior brother here, I feel a little more at ease."

Luo Baozhang had already received news that someone from Ye Biao would come to visit and inquire about Jiang Lai's disappearance, so he invited Wei Qingsong to take charge...

Firstly, his talent and strength are indeed not as good as that of this junior brother. Secondly, Wei Qingsong is a regular staff member of the Dongshan Provincial Dao League after all, and an official figure can handle any situation.

"Senior Brother, I don't quite understand. This Ye Buliang deal with you is purely business. If their people are missing, you can just call the police. It's normal for you to come over and ask. Why did you ask me to come? Does this matter have anything to do with you?" Wei Qingsong couldn't help asking.

"Of course it has nothing to do with me." Luo Baozhang shook his head.

"If it's just a simple inquiry, I will tell you everything I know, but you don't understand the affairs of the martial arts world. Ye Buliang's boss was originally a disciple of Zhenwu Mountain. He broke the precepts in his early years and was expelled from the sect..."

"If the people under him are not good people and become unreasonable... I am open for business after all. If I can't control them..."

Luo Baozhang stopped talking, but Wei Qingsong understood and nodded.

Worrying too much will lead to confusion. Although the matter has nothing to do with Luo Baozhang, if the other party is unreasonable and forcibly puts the blame on the Laoshan Taoist Temple, and starts a fight and makes a noise, it will affect the business of the Laoshan Taoist Temple.

To put it bluntly, if this is malicious business competition, who knows what the so-called disappearance is all about?

After all, Luo Baozhang had been in the business world for many years, and he saw the pros and cons and dangers involved at a glance.

"Don't worry, brother. I'm here. As long as it's within the borders of Dongshan Province, there's nothing we can't handle."

Wei Qingsong promised solemnly.

He is both a disciple of Mount Laoshan and a member of the Taoist Alliance, with the double buff, no matter whether it is the underworld or the white world, as long as it is in Dongshan Province, there is nothing he cannot handle, and no one he cannot suppress.

"If they are polite, that's fine. But if they dare to be disrespectful, I will let them know that this is Dongshan."

Wei Qingsong spoke in a low voice, his words revealing a strong self-confidence. He sat there with an imposing manner that one man could block the passage of ten thousand.

Luo Baozhang saw this and nodded with a satisfied smile.

This was also the reason why he had been trying to curry favor with this junior fellow apprentice over the years, and now it finally came in handy.

dong... dong... dong...

Just then, there was a knock on the door.

"Come in……"

"Director, there are several people outside who claim to be employees of Ye Buliang and want to see you." A young man in a Taoist robe said.

"Bring them up." Luo Baozhang waved his hand.

"Junior brother, how about going to greet Ying Ying?"

"No need, senior brother. After all, you are the director of Laoshan Taoist Temple. There is no need to lower your status like this. What's more, you are too polite. What if the other party makes unreasonable demands..." Wei Qingsong pointed out.

"Junior brother is still very insightful." Luo Baozhang nodded.

"Let's just sit here and wait for them." Wei Qingsong crossed his legs, his words showing boundless arrogance.

Luo Baozhang saw this and felt more at ease.

"Director, someone is coming."

At this moment, a soft voice was heard, and Zhang Fan and the Liu brothers walked into the office.

Luo Baozhang narrowed his eyes, with no intention of getting up. He had the Dinghaishenzhen, so he was naturally relaxed and casual. He glanced at him, but his face trembled suddenly...

Wei Qingsong, who had been calm and composed just now, suddenly jumped up as if he had stepped on an electric switch. His wooden face seemed to be at a loss as to what expression to make. He stared blankly at Zhang Fan and his group, and after holding it in for a long time, he finally squeezed out a sentence:
"Brother Dao, why are you so honored to be here? If I had known earlier, I would have gone out to greet you!!"

(End of this chapter)