Longevity, starting from traveling and telling stories

Chapter 156 Hidden Dragon in the Abyss
The afterglow of the setting sun gradually disappeared in the spiritual medicine garden at the foot of the mountain, and the golden light was slowly fading into the sky.

Just like the atmosphere in the yard, it is gradually cooling down.

Ye Beixuan stood in the middle of the yard, with Ao Qin on his left and Li Xianglian on his right. The two of them were on his left and right, as if two invisible auras were sandwiched between him, making it difficult for him to breathe.

Ao Qin smiled widely, her tone so gentle that it seemed to ooze water: "Where have you been all day? I came here specifically to look for you."

As she spoke, she gently pulled Ye Beixuan's sleeve, with a bit of coquettishness in her eyes, as if declaring to Li Xianglian, I am the boss.

Seeing this, Li Xianglian frowned slightly, anger flashed in her eyes, but she quickly regained her composure.

She smiled softly, and her tone immediately showed some concern. "Are you tired of telling stories all day? I made some tea, just in time to relieve your fatigue."

As she spoke, she took out an exquisite teapot from her sleeve, poured a cup of tea and handed it to him.

Ye Beixuan took the teacup and felt helpless. He came prepared!
He looked at Ao Qin, then at Li Xianglian, and gave a forced laugh. "It's boring here. I'm going out to get some fresh air."

A hint of displeasure flashed in Ao Qin's eyes. "Are you going to get some fresh air?" You're clearly avoiding me, but she still had a gentle smile on her face as she said, "I know you're bored, and I came here specially to keep you company."

As she spoke, she deliberately glanced at Li Xianglian, with a hint of provocation and teasing in her tone, as if telling her that he and I were legitimate.

Li Xianglian, unwilling to be outdone, took a sip of tea and said calmly, "Your Highness is right, but it's enough for him to have me here with him. He doesn't like outsiders to accompany him."

She deliberately emphasized the word "outsider" with a hint of sarcasm in her eyes.

Ye Beixuan felt a headache and sighed inwardly! Why did these two start fighting again? He had to calm down quickly, otherwise he would suffer in the future.

He quickly tried to smooth things over: "I feel much better after getting some fresh air. It's getting late, you should go back and rest first!"

Upon hearing this, Ao Qin's expression immediately became aggrieved like a baby and said, "Are you trying to chase me away? I came here specially to see you."

As she spoke, tears flashed in her eyes, as if she had suffered a great injustice.

Good tea! This is a green tea dragon.

Li Xianglian sneered inwardly upon seeing this, but she maintained a gentle smile on her face as she said, "Your Highness, he's right. It's so late, and you're a princess. If word gets out, it'll be bad for your reputation."

Ao Qin bit her lip and said with a hint of sarcasm in her tone, "Miss Li, you're wrong. He and I are legitimate, so why would we talk about reputation?"

She sneered in her heart, "Why are you pretending? You stole my people, and you're still pretending!" But she still kept a gentle smile on her face, pretending to be wronged and said, "Don't you think so!"

When Li Xianglian heard this, a hint of coldness flashed in her eyes, but she quickly regained her composure.

She smiled gently, her tone showing some concern: "Are you tired? Why don't we go inside and rest? You won't refuse, will you? It's difficult for outsiders to move around here."

Ye Beixuan felt a headache coming on. This was simply a Shura field! He really couldn't handle it. He had to think of a way, otherwise how would he live in the future?
He forced a smile and said, "Let's talk about tomorrow's affairs tomorrow. Everyone is tired today, so go back and rest."

Ao Qin and Li Xianglian looked at each other, and a complicated look flashed in their eyes at the same time.

Ao Qin pretended to be generous and said, "Oh! Miss Li is so tired, let her sit inside for a while before leaving!"

What that means is, have pity on her, let her watch the two of you showing your affection, and then cover her face and cry and run away.

Li Xianglian chuckled, her tone tinged with sarcasm, "I'm not leaving tonight! I want to stay with him."

Ao Qin's face darkened. Accompany him? Then what am I? Are you, a sleazy guy, worthy of this?
Seeing that Ao Qin was about to explode, Ye Beixuan quickly released his arrogance and shouted angrily, "Alright, I have to think about compiling the story of the Investiture of the Gods tonight, and I have to tell the story tomorrow."

Then he said in a soft tone: "You guys go back for now."

Ao Qin and Li Xianglian were both stunned when they heard this. Knowing that he might be angry, they both snorted coldly and turned away from each other.

But in order to show their magnanimity in front of Ye Beixuan, both of them forced a smile.

Ao Qin pretended to be gentle and hugged Ye Beixuan's arms tightly, saying, "I'm sorry! I was too impulsive just now. Miss Li, you don't mind, right?"

Mind! I mind a lot. Li Xianglian was furious, but she put on a kind smile and pretended to be generous. "Miss Ao, you are too serious. How could I mind?"

Ye Beixuan felt relieved when he saw that the two men had finally stopped fighting temporarily, but at the same time he also felt helpless. He could finally take a break.

Ye Xiaobei hid in the crack of the door, watching this scene, and was even more impressed. The master was so powerful, and the two mistresses were so gentle...

"In that case, you should go back first." Ye Beixuan hurriedly "urged" them to go, and everything would be fine if he separated them.

Ao Qin's eyes rolled, and he immediately said gently: "You're right, I'm indeed a little tired today, I won't disturb you."

"I don't think Miss Li will disturb her rest, right?"

Li Xianglian cursed in her heart, "You leave by yourself and you want to take me with you?" But on second thought, she felt that it was okay. After all, as long as she was not around, she would not be afraid of her playing tricks.

So she also said softly in a gentle tone: "In this case, I won't bother you anymore."

Looking at the two people's departing backs, Ye Beixuan took a deep breath, turned around and walked into the house.

At midnight.

Moonlight streamed through the quiet room like water. Ye Beixuan was lost in sleep when suddenly, a slender miniature dragon slipped through the crack of the door, its scales gleaming a faint silver glow in the dim light.

The little dragon was agile and twisted slightly, then turned into a graceful figure and quietly approached the bed.

Ye Beixuan was sleeping in a daze when he suddenly felt a hot body pressing against him and warm breath brushing his neck.

He subconsciously reached out to hug her, and there was a soft touch, as delicate as silk, and with a trace of warmth, as soothing as the warm spring sun.

He suddenly woke up, opened his eyes, and what caught his eye was Ao Qin's shy face.

Their eyes met, and she shyly leaned into his arms, her skin as white as jade, her eyes filled with shyness and anticipation.

"Why are you here?" Ye Beixuan's voice was a little hoarse, and his heart beat faster.

Ao Qin smiled gently, and said in a voice as sweet as a spring: "I miss you! Don't you miss me?"

Her voice had a hint of coquettishness, which made Ye Beixuan's heart flutter.

He couldn't help but think of how she had mentioned many times that she hoped he could try to get her pregnant.

The corners of his mouth twitched slightly at the thought. But Li Xianglian was watching so closely, what if he got caught? Was it a one-on-two situation? It didn't seem impossible.

"I want to... just..." Before Ye Beixuan could finish his words, Ao Qin stretched out her slender jade fingers and gently pressed them on his lips to stop him from continuing.

"I know what you mean," she said softly, with a sly glint in her eyes. "I'll fight her in moderation. I won't make it too difficult for you."

Her fingertips gently slid across his lips and slowly moved down, bringing a tingling sensation.

A slightly cool touch passed by, like a clear spring flowing through his heart. Ye Beixuan felt his heart beating like a drum and his breathing became rapid. She was so capable now.

Ao Qin's eyes were full of tenderness, as if to melt him completely.

She slowly moved closer, their warm breaths intertwined, as if the whole world was left with only the two of them.

The night breeze blows gently, and the leaves outside the window rustle, as if adding a charming atmosphere to this moment.

Ye Beixuan's hands tightened unconsciously, holding her closer.

Ao Qin gently closed his eyes, a satisfied smile appearing at the corner of his lips, as if he had been waiting for this moment for a long time.

"Love me..." She whispered softly, her voice like a dreamy murmur: "Don't think too much tonight, okay?"

Ye Beixuan did not answer, but slowly lowered his head, using actions instead of words.

The four slightly cool lips touched each other.

The auras intertwined, as if at this moment, all worries and hesitations were thrown into the sky.

The nights in the mountains are exceptionally long, with the chirping of insects and birds, as well as unknown suppressed breathing sounds. I wonder what animals are secretly making love.

But inside a thatched hut, a coquettish voice could be heard faintly: "Get out of the way, I want to be a hidden dragon in the abyss."

The next morning, Ao Qin was ready to go to the Tianji Hall, feeling refreshed.

On the way, Li Xianglian came to lead the way. She happened to see Ao Qin smiling smugly, and her heart suddenly skipped a beat.

There was an indescribable laziness and joy in her eyes and brows.

Her cheeks were white with a rosy glow, like newly blooming peach blossoms, and she looked delicate and charming.

There was a shimmering light in her eyes, sparkling with satisfaction.

Ao Qin also saw Li Xianglian, and the corners of her lips suddenly rose slightly, with a faint smile, charming and gentle, with a lazy beauty.

However, in Li Xianglian's eyes, such beauty was like the thorns on a rose, which was a deep irony to her.

"Your Highness, Master invites you."

"Thank you, Miss Li." Ao Qin replied lazily.

Li Xianglian gestured with her hand and led the way until they reached the door of the main hall. Li Xianglian gestured for her to enter again and slightly stepped aside to make way.

As the two passed each other, Li Xianglian whispered, "Princess, please refrain from wandering around in the future to avoid misunderstandings."

Ao Qin was stunned when he heard this, then nodded. Forget it, he didn't want to argue with her, just pity this original product.

Thinking of this, Ao Qin stepped into the Tianji Hall with joy, his steps brisk and his eyes gleaming with anticipation.

However, as soon as she stepped over the threshold, she noticed that the atmosphere in the hall was extremely solemn, as if even the air had become heavy.

The smile on her face froze slightly, her brows furrowed slightly, and she glanced at everyone in the hall, only to see that they all had solemn expressions.

After a long pause, Chen Qianru finally spoke, her voice low and slow, tinged with suppressed anger. "Everyone, a disciple has come to report that the demonic sect has recently committed acts that have angered heaven and man, and many of our disciples have fallen victim to their cruelty. Even more outrageous, within the Great Zhou borders, a large number of pregnant women have disappeared without a trace, causing panic among the people."

As soon as she finished speaking, there was an uproar in the hall. Everyone whispered to each other, their faces full of shock and anger.

Li Xianglian's heart sank suddenly, and her fingers unconsciously clenched her sleeves.

She had never imagined that Hou Fangting would be so cruel and cruel that he would even harm innocent people.

"Hou Fangting is a sinister and cunning man with vicious means. He has disregarded the agreement. If we don't take action, I'm afraid we will never have peace." Jintian said in a deep voice.

"But Hou Fangting is incredibly powerful and his whereabouts are elusive. If we act rashly, I'm afraid it won't be effective. Furthermore, he acts on his own accord, disregarding the consequences." Ma Rufeng frowned. "From what I understand, the other demonic sects also don't want to start a war, but they're afraid of his power, so they've only superficially agreed to support Beiliang in its attack on Zhou."

Everyone expressed their opinions and discussions continued, but no consensus was reached.

At this moment, Master Huikong slowly stood up, glanced at the crowd, clasped his hands together and said in a deep voice: "Amitabha, why don't we wait for Mr. Ye to finish his story before making a decision."

As soon as these words were spoken, the hall suddenly became quiet. Everyone looked at each other, as if they were surprised by the proposal, but also felt that it made sense.

Ao Qin's heart moved, perhaps only he could come up with a proper response plan.

The atmosphere in the hall was still solemn, but everyone was more expectant.

It's the beginning of time.

Ye Beixuan slowly awoke, stretched, and felt refreshed. Last night's blissful practice had indeed worked, but Ao Qin was too weak, constantly limp, which was a bit disappointing. After washing up, he unexpectedly received a thousand paper cranes. Opening them, he saw it was from Li Xianglian again.

Looking closely at the content, it turned out that the big guys in the Immortal Palace were undecided and asked me to talk about the List of Gods to find inspiration for them.

Continuing to look down, a line of small words appeared at the bottom: It's the middle of the night, keep the door open.

Leave the door open? Ye Beixuan's expression was strange for a moment, but then he didn't think much about it. "Let's leave the door open!" He went to finish talking about the Investiture of the Gods first.

He put away the paper crane, closed the door, and headed towards the Tianji Hall.

In the Sky Palace, everyone was whispering and discussing how to respond, but everyone's attitude was surprisingly consistent and they did not want to start a large-scale war.

At this moment, a figure in green clothes slowly stepped out, and the scene suddenly fell silent.

Ye Beixuan walked calmly to the center of the Tianji Hall. His eyes were as sharp as torches as he looked around. Seeing that everyone was eagerly waiting, he said in a steady and powerful voice, "Sorry for the long wait, everyone. Today we will continue to tell the story of the Conferred God List."

The hall was suddenly filled with silence, and everyone held their breath. Then, Ye Beixuan opened his folding fan.

He spoke slowly, his voice like the gurgling of water, saying, "It is said that Jiang Ziya would fish every day by the Wei River, holding a fishing rod and a straight hook. He did this day after day, year after year, until the seventh year."

Hearing this, everyone was shocked. He had been fishing with a straight hook for seven years, just to wait for one person.

Someone murmured quietly, "So this is what Jiang Ziya meant by fishing... This person might be the one destined by heaven."

Seeing that everyone had stopped discussing, Ye Beixuan continued, "Finally, King Wu personally came to the Wei River and respectfully invited Jiang Ziya to come out of seclusion. Jiang Ziya smiled slightly and said, 'If you want me to come out of seclusion, you must carry me across the river yourself.'"

When these words were spoken, everyone was stunned. If he was truly willing to assist him, why would the dignified King Wu have to carry the sedan chair for a commoner?
Everyone in the hall looked at each other in bewilderment, whispering, "Why would Jiang Ziya do this? Isn't this embarrassing for the other party?"

Ye Beixuan smiled slightly, and his voice suddenly rose: "However, King Wu did not hesitate, he dismounted himself, and together with his followers, lifted Jiang Ziya and slowly crossed the river.

Seeing this scene, everyone present looked ashamed. They were all cultivators, but the gap between them was so obvious.

How could they not understand that Jiang Ziya's move was not arrogant, but a test of King Wu's mind, and King Wu's move further demonstrated his great talent and vision for the world.

After hearing this, everyone present finally understood that Jiang Ziya and King Wu were both destined by heaven! Everything was related to destiny.

Seeing that everyone had almost digested the information, Ye Beixuan flicked his sleeves and spoke slowly, "During the last years of King Zhou of Shang, the world was in chaos, evil spirits were rampant, and the fox demon that brought chaos to the Shang Dynasty entered King Zhou's harem."

"That fox demon invented all sorts of tortures for his own amusement. For example, the punishment of burning with fire, casting a copper pillar, anointing it with oil, and burning it red, forcing the person to walk until the flesh and bones were torn apart."

As he spoke, he used his hands to sketch the cruel scene in the air.

Everyone gasped after hearing this. As expected, monsters are monsters, and they are so cruel.

"Some even go so far as to perform caesarean sections just to determine the baby's gender. Poor innocent pregnant women, both mother and child died!"

As soon as Ye Beixuan finished speaking, the place fell silent, and then bursts of discussion broke out.

"Could it be that the recent large number of pregnant women who have disappeared are also responsible?"

"Maybe, maybe this is the reason why the Conferred God Tribulation began."

"Does this mean that we will also participate in the Great Zhou's Northern Expedition in this way?"

Seeing everyone immersed in the conversation, Ye Beixuan raised his lips slightly and continued, "During the Conferred Gods War, Jiang Ziya led his first expedition and met Zhang Guifang, a talented man from the Shang Dynasty. Zhang Guifang had great magical powers and a technique called "Calling a Name to Fell a Horse." He could knock anyone off his horse simply by calling out their name."

Ye Beixuan began to act out the appearance of Zhang Guifang, making magic gestures with his hands in the air.

At this point, everyone started talking again.

"Is there such a powerful spell? Just knowing the name and calling it out can make people lose control?"

"This seems to be similar to the lion's roar in Buddhism."

"Could it be the soul-collecting spell?" Mao Fangping, who had been silent for a long time, suddenly said. The soul-collecting spell was a unique spell of the Mao family, so he naturally knew something about it.

"To know what happens next, please listen to the next episode." After saying that, Ye Beixuan walked away. Mission accomplished, since everyone here is a big shot, it's better not to stay here for long.

[Storytelling Level: LV4 (90000/100000)]

[Today's Storytelling Chapter 8: Extending Lifespan by Two Days, Strengthening and Transforming Defense Thicker Than Pigskin into Thick Earth Power]

After Ye Beixuan left, the atmosphere in the conference hall suddenly became silent.

for a long time.

"Amitabha." The most venerable Master Huikong suddenly spoke up, "What do you all think?"

"Master, are you saying that we should also choose one to assist the Great Zhou in taking charge?" Jin Tian, who had been silent for a long time, spoke in a deep voice beside him.

(End of this chapter)