This is what an immortal should be like

Chapter 237 Successfully Entering the Immortal Path
As one of the few targets that Master Qingping explicitly contacted and intended to take on as a disciple, the information of high school student Lin Chunming was quickly retrieved by the Bureau of Extraordinary Investigations.

To be honest, the Liu Group does a very good job of maintaining household registration records. Normally, no one would ever discover anything wrong with them in their lifetime. Even if they were to take on some high-requirement jobs and undergo some background checks, it wouldn't have any impact.

After all, there are limitations of the times. Information about an individual or even a family cannot be too detailed. There will always be ambiguities or gaps. After all, there are even people who are not registered residents.

But everything can be taken too seriously, especially nowadays, when it comes to powerful special agencies like the Bureau of Extraordinary Investigations.

With the intervention of the Bureau of Investigation, some anomalies in the files of Lin Chunming and his family were quickly discovered.

Inside an office of the Qiantang City Police Department, personnel from the Investigation Bureau who had visited the Archives Center and other relevant units finally compiled all the relevant information about the Lin family.

"Wow, this child's grades are really good!"

Lin Chunming's file caught the eye of the two investigators from the Bureau of Investigation.

Lin Chunming was a high school student with relatively good grades. Although he wasn't exceptionally outstanding, it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that he was excellent in both character and academics.

"But their overall situation is a bit strange. They were originally in the Northwest, right? How come they suddenly ended up in Qiantang after starting junior high school? And their family suddenly became rich?"

"It's normal for some people who have made their fortunes to have some little secrets. So far, there doesn't seem to be any criminal record. We'll continue to investigate the others."

"That's true. Judging from their current situation, they seem quite settled. Moving from the Northwest to Qiantang is probably because they want a more comfortable environment."

"Hey, do you think this kid has the aptitude for cultivating immortality?"

"Most likely, yes!"

Without any negative information, these anomalies did not prompt the Bureau of Extraordinary Investigations to pursue the matter further, as their objectives were more targeted. They would simply keep a closer eye on Lin Chunming in the future.

Therefore, information about the Lin family should basically end at the next point.

And indeed it turned out that the Lin family had sold a family heirloom antique and received an unexpected large sum of money. Fearing that there would be conflicts of interest with their relatives over this antique, the whole family moved to the paradise on earth they had dreamed of. They spent some money to smooth things over and settled down in Qiantang.

There are certainly some irregularities in the details, and if the Bureau of Extraordinary Investigations were willing, it could definitely uncover more details. However, the Bureau of Extraordinary Investigations does not intend to delve deeper. They are investigative talents, not nitpickers.

That morning, Lin Chunming arrived at the principal's office of Qiantang No. 7 Middle School, led by his homeroom teacher.

"Principal, Lin Chunming has arrived."

"Oh, okay, okay, come in quickly!"

A somewhat thin middle-aged man greeted him with a smile, and Lin Chunming, feeling slightly uneasy, followed his homeroom teacher into the office.

The principal looked at the somewhat nervous Lin Chunming, and then at the equally bewildered homeroom teacher, and tried to smile as kindly as possible.

"Teacher Wang, Lin, don't be nervous. We've invited you here for a good reason!"

As he spoke, the principal stood up and walked over, looking Lin Chunming up and down. The more he looked at him, the more pleasing he became. The young man was not only good at studying, but also very handsome.

"Principal, please tell me what it is."

The homeroom teacher asked this question, but the principal still smiled.

"Lin, the college entrance exam is coming up soon. Have you decided on your university application yet?"

Lin Chunming glanced at his homeroom teacher before answering.

"Principal, we'll have to wait until after the college entrance exam to see the results. I can't answer that right now."

"Hmm, Lin, you have excellent grades in literature. You even published a classical poem in the newspaper before. Do you prefer this kind of major?"

The homeroom teacher couldn't stand it anymore.

"Principal, Lin is a science student, so please just say so, don't keep us in suspense!"

Anyway, the homeroom teacher realized it must be a good thing, otherwise why would the principal be so amiable? So she became bolder in her speech.

"Hahahaha"

The principal looked at Teacher Wang, who seemed more relaxed, and Lin Chunming, who was still very nervous, and then smiled.

"Just this morning, the admissions office of Kyoto University called and said that their leaders accidentally discovered the classical Chinese poem that Lin had published and were amazed by it. They wanted to ask if Lin had any interest in their university?"

Kyoto University?

Not only was Lin Chunming taken aback, but even the homeroom teacher's eyes widened in surprise.

This is one of the top-ranked universities in the Great Yan Dynasty. Given the situation at No. 7 Middle School, it might take several years for one student to get in.

Lin Chunming looked even more embarrassed.

"This, Principal, is my grade."

Lin Chunming was quite self-aware. His grades were outstanding in Class 9, but only ranked around 70th or 80th in No. 7 High School. He'd be lucky to get into an average key university; he couldn't even dream of Kyoto University.
"Oh, Lin, Teacher Wang, you may have misunderstood me. Kyoto University's opinion is that I can be recommended for admission!"

"what!"

Teacher Wang's voice suddenly rose several octaves. "Direct admission? Kyoto University?"

No wonder the principal's face was beaming with joy today; if this is implemented, it will be a huge benefit to No. 7 Middle School!

Lin Chunming himself was somewhat bewildered.

A guaranteed admission? Me? Why? What have I done to deserve this? Just because of an article I published in the newspaper in my first year of high school? But it didn't even cause much of a stir back then.
"Lin, this is great news! You should think it over carefully. Oh, and discuss it with your parents. How about we do it now? Call home and tell them?" Teacher Wang suddenly became even more excited than the principal. For him, the benefits were equally huge, both materially and in terms of reputation.

After making a phone call, Lin's parents went from being shocked to overjoyed when they received the call.

To be honest, although Lin Chunming considered himself to be quite outstanding, he did not think he was truly a chosen one, so he could not refuse the offer from Kyoto University.

By the time Lin Chunming left the principal's office, he had no objection to the offer of admission without examination.

The homeroom teacher kept praising him and telling him not to feel pressured, appearing very excited. Lin Chunming, on the other hand, was a little dazed and confused. Happiness had come too suddenly, and it seemed that he no longer needed to feel any pressure about the college entrance examination.

The people at No. 7 Middle School were excited, and the people from the Bureau of Extraordinary Investigations were also very happy after receiving the news. Lin Chunming agreed to go to Kyoto, so he was going to a professional place. The big boss of the mountain was a senior member of the Bureau of Extraordinary Investigations, so he would have more opportunities to contact him, which would basically make him half one of their own.

Based on this, we can guide Lin Chunming to learn some metaphysical knowledge in the future, and even take him to meet Master Qingping!
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On the other side, Daoist Qingping's speed was also unusually fast, and she often disappeared intermittently from the observation of the Bureau of Investigation.

After traveling along the Yangtze River for two months, Master Qingping, with her exceptional stamina, had already covered nearly a thousand kilometers and ultimately chose to return directly to Taiji Temple.

The peach blossoms in Taiji Temple are still blooming brightly.

It was a weekend morning, and Xiong Xuguang and a few friends, having received advance notice, arrived at Taiji Temple early once again. They often came to visit on weekends, and the Taoist priests in the temple were already used to them.

They were having tea together and discussing metaphysics with the Taoist priest. As someone from the Imperial Observatory, he naturally had a good conversation with the Taoist priest.

Of course, we will also help discuss how to carry out the restoration and reconstruction of Taiji Temple.

Just then, Master Qingping returned with his simple luggage.

When they entered the gate of Taiji Temple, the words "returning empty-handed" were practically written on Master Qingping's face.

When young Taoist priest Du Jinxuan saw Taoist priest Qingping return, he glanced back and, because he had an excellent relationship with his elders and had been pampered since childhood, he couldn't help but tease her.

"Uncle-Master, why haven't you brought my junior brother back?"

"Humph!"

Master Qingping snorted coldly and glared at the young master, who remained smiling.

Xiong Xuguang, who was sitting at the table, quickly handed a cup of tea to Daoist Qingping.

"Master, please have a cup of tea first!"

Master Qingping sighed and accepted the teacup without refusing. At this moment, the young master sat back down at the table and said something jokingly.

"Uncle-Master, didn't you say you'd find me a junior brother this time you came back? I think you should choose one from these few. In cultivation, it's better to have none than one of poor character, and their character is quite good!"

It seemed that the speaker meant no harm, but the listener took it to heart. Master Qingping actually began to seriously examine the people at the table, especially Xiong Xuguang, whom she couldn't help but look at a few more times.

Not only Xiong Xuguang, but everyone else also felt a sudden stirring in their hearts. It seemed like there was hope!

Master Qingping's expression clearly underwent some subtle changes, especially when she saw Xiong Xuguang, a fleeting look of surprise crossed her face.

This wasn't an act; Xiong Xuguang genuinely displayed some spiritual traces, which may also be related to the dreams he had experienced and his long-term healing at Taiji Temple.

The young Taoist priest seemed to sense something was amiss and understood that the problem likely lay with Xiong Xuguang. In that case, even if it didn't align with their original plan, it wouldn't be so bad!

Seeing his master's expression, the young Taoist priest couldn't help but say something else.

"If my uncle is interested, isn't this cup of tea the perfect tea for the apprenticeship ceremony?"

Master Qingping's heart stirred, and she really took a serious look at the tea in her hand.

Xiong Xuguang's heart pounded wildly, and the others at the table also looked bewildered, even holding their breath in tension.

"What a pity, what a pity."

Master Qingping's words of regret dampened everyone's spirits, and Xiong Xuguang also felt somewhat dejected.

"Unfortunately, people in the imperial court are wary of feudal superstitions. Although young friend Xiong and others are interested in exploring metaphysics, it's just an interest; they look down on this old man with one foot in the grave."

Xiong Xuguang's spirits lifted, and his mind raced. He realized this was an extremely crucial moment. In a moment of inspiration, he knelt directly in front of Qingping Daoist.

"Please accept me as your disciple, Daoist Master. Although I am a member of the imperial court, my heart is devoted to the Dao and I have righteous thoughts. I will never fail your guidance. Moreover, I have been awakened to my past life memories for a long time and have been suffering greatly. Please accept me as your disciple, Daoist Master. I am willing to endure any hardship!"

"Memories of a past life?"

Master Qingping asked with a serious expression. Of course, the Taoists already knew about this matter, but Xiong Xuguang had kept it a secret for so long that they thought he wouldn't reveal it outside the Bureau of Investigation.

Xiong Xuguang looked up at Daoist Qingping and said.

"I've dreamt many times that in my past life I was a disciple of the Fengling Sect. I wonder if you remember me?"

Master Qingping looked astonished, then seemed to realize something.

"That's it, that's it"

This statement indicated that Daoist Qingping knew about the Fengling Sect, and a smile appeared on his face.

"Very well, you possess righteous thoughts and have this special connection, it must be the will of Heaven! In that case, I, Daoist Qingping, will accept you as my disciple today, and this cup is the tea for the master-disciple ceremony!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Daoist Qingping drank the tea in his hand in one gulp.

(End of this chapter)