Immortality starts from the liver proficiency

Chapter 314 There's Always a Cheap Scammer
Xu Yunfan did not refuse and put the silk cloth into his bosom.

The disciples were overjoyed at the sight, and the round-faced disciple was so excited that his ears turned red. Being able to serve by the side of this great figure who might one day take charge of the Dao Sect was an opportunity that many people longed for.

The crowd escorted Xu Yunfan out of the courtyard gate and into the bustling nightscape of Yujing.

Zhuque Street was brightly lit, with colorful lanterns hanging high, reflecting the light on the bluestone road.

Shops lined both sides of the street, the brocade in the silk shop glowing softly under the lamplight, the exotic fragrance of the spice shop mixed with the rich aroma of wine wafting from the tavern, enticing passersby to stop and admire.

In the distance, the sounds of string and wind instruments drifted from brothels and theaters, occasionally interspersed with the crisp sound of dice being shaken in gambling dens, as if the entire city was immersed in a decadent and intoxicating atmosphere.

Along the way, wherever Xu Yunfan went, he attracted the attention of those who were interested.

He was clad in dark gold dragon scale armor. Although his robes concealed his armor, the occasional glimpses of the armor plates gleamed with a cold, sharp light. A pair of Mountain-Shaking and Sea-Suppressing Hammers were slung across his waist, and the Crimson Fire Dragon-Swallowing Mace on his back was entirely crimson. Even more terrifying was the Sky-Splitting and Cloud-Piercing Bow slung across his shoulder. The bowstring did not move, yet it rang out on its own, faintly accompanied by the sounds of wind and thunder.

Such a divine weapon and extraordinary phenomenon attracted the attention of martial artists along the way, and even the old martial arts masters who were resting with their eyes closed in the teahouses on the street suddenly opened their eyes.

"What a grand display!"

A burly man with a thick beard, carrying two swords on his back, couldn't help but click his tongue, his eyes filled with greed.

Before he could finish speaking, the scholar in the blue robe beside him suddenly snapped his folding fan shut and stared intently at the jade token at Xu Yunfan's waist: "The Xuan Tian Token? Could it be the newly promoted one from the Daoist sect?"

The conversation abruptly ended there, but it was recognized that this was the ruthless character who had recently broken through the thirty-six peaks of the arena and fought against experts at the Refining Internal Organs Realm.

Instantly, the thoughts that had arisen in his heart were suppressed.

Halfway through the tour, the round-faced disciple leaned closer to Xu Yunfan, pointed to a three-story pavilion with upturned eaves and corners, and said excitedly, "Senior Brother Xu, the late-night snacks at Changfeng Restaurant ahead are the best in Yujing! Their 'Snow Bud Stewed Deer Tendon' is made by slowly stewing Qingzhou Snow Bud Tea for three hours, and the deer tendon melts in your mouth; their 'Eight Treasure Gourd Duck' is a secret recipe, with eight delicacies hidden inside the duck's belly, and even the officials of the Imperial City Guard often come here for a treat."

Xu Yunfan looked up and nodded slightly.

"Then let's go and try it."

The original owner grew up in Yujing City, but spent most of his time in the Jiang family mansion and rarely went out, so he would never have been to these places.

Now that he finally has some free time, Xu Yunfan, who enjoys food, naturally plans to check out the Changfeng Restaurant chain in Yujing City to see how the food is.

The Changfeng Restaurant was brightly lit, and the glass lanterns hanging under the eaves swayed gently in the night breeze, making the building appear magnificent.

Upon entering, the lobby on the first floor was bustling with activity, and waiters carried gilded trays, the aroma of delicacies wafting through the air.

Several tables of chivalrous figures from the martial arts world were exchanging toasts, with swords lying across the tableside. Occasionally, a few words of slang from different schools would burst out between their laughter and conversation. In a corner, at a table of well-dressed merchants, they were having a secret discussion, and the clinking of abacus beads could be faintly seen from their sleeves.

Led by a Daoist disciple, Xu Yunfan stepped onto the sandalwood staircase leading to the second floor.

Upon ascending the stairs, one immediately felt a surge of energy throughout the body—the stairs subtly corresponded to the Nine Turns of Clear Sound recorded in the "Exploitation of the Works of Nature." Each step was inlaid with a sound-absorbing device specially made by Tiangong Cave, which completely neutralized the noise from below.

Thanks to the ingenious construction of the building, the noise on the first floor was instantly reduced to almost inaudible. Xu Yunfan could see the traces of these structures, which were clearly the work of the Tiangong Cave Tiangong Department.

I never imagined that Tiangong Cave's business would extend to Yujing.

Xu Yunfan couldn't help but sigh, "I'll definitely make time to visit the Tiangong Cave camp tomorrow."

The private rooms on the second floor are separated by screens made of century-old sandalwood struck by lightning. The cloud patterns carved on each screen contain hidden formations that can both insulate against sound and prevent people from peeping.

Amidst the sounds of string and wind instruments drifting from the east wing, the melody of "The Song of Rainbow Feathers" could be faintly discerned. The group did not immediately linger on the second floor, but instead, guided by a Daoist disciple, ascended to the third floor.

Without lingering, the group went straight up to the third floor.

The third floor has only four private rooms, and the curtains are made of silk that is impervious to water and fire, which shows that a lot of thought was put into them.

The round-faced disciple lifted the beaded curtain of the "Heavenly Class C" private room and, after Xu Yunfan took his seat, said with a hint of pride, "Senior Brother Xu, rest assured, the third floor of the Drunken Immortal Pavilion has always only hosted high-ranking members of various sects. Last month, when the leader of Xuanxiao Peak hosted a banquet here, even the waiters were experts in the Bone Refining Realm."

He pointed to the black iron token hanging in the corner of the curtain, "With this, our Daoist disciples can go anywhere in Yujing City except for a few forbidden areas guarded by the Imperial City Guard."

Before the round-faced disciple could finish speaking, a sinister, mocking voice suddenly came from the next room, "Heavenly Class B": "Oh, so the Dao Sect can go anywhere? I wonder if they can even manage in a latrine?"

Before the words were finished, a burst of sweet, melodious laughter rang out.

Xu Yunfan raised an eyebrow, tapped the table lightly with his fingertips, and silently sensed the energy in the next room.

Not weak, but only moderately strong. The one who could say such a thing must be a disciple of one of the six major sects. The one who could say such a thing is most likely the Sword Pavilion, which is extremely hostile to the Dao Sect.

Jiangnan Daojian Pavilion disciples...

The round-faced disciple blushed and was about to retort when Xu Yunfan raised his hand and pressed down on his shoulder.

"Order first."

These three characters contained the vibrating power of the "Pure Yang Qi Gong," and the sound waves penetrated the silk curtain, making the teacups next door clink.

The next room fell silent immediately, clearly indicating that there was a master from the Dao Sect in charge.

A moment later, a cold snort was heard, followed by deliberately lowered voices of conversation. The other party recognized Xu Yunfan's powerful aura as a Great Perfection of the Marrow Cleansing Realm.

The snow bud deer tendon tea served in a jade cup is crystal clear, and the deer tendon is as clear as amber. The eight-treasure duck in the purple clay urn releases the aroma of eight delicacies such as scallops and matsutake mushrooms the moment the lotus leaf is lifted. The cold pool fragrance wine is pale blue, with tiny ice crystals floating in the cup.

"It is said that Jade Capital City gathers rare treasures from all over the world, and seeing it today, it is indeed well-deserved."

Halfway through the meal, laughter came from next door again.

"Wow, you're eating the food delivered from the outhouse so diligently?"

Xu Yunfan paused slightly in his chopsticks.

He sighed softly, putting down his chopsticks, his voice just loud enough for the people next door to hear: "The only bad thing about Changfeng Restaurant is that it's a mixed bag; some cheap bastards always manage to sneak in."

Suddenly, someone slammed their hand on the table next door, and an angry voice rang out.

"What did you say?"

Xu Yunfan remained silent, not uttering another word. Suddenly, he grabbed the Shaking Mountain and Suppressing Sea Hammer and smashed it through the wall amidst the shocked gazes of the Dao Sect members.

Amidst the flying bricks and stones, a scholar in a blue robe stood with his hand on his sword, his knuckles tapping the scabbard with a clear, resonant sound. In the swirling dust, their gazes clashed like lightning, causing the copper bells on the eaves to ring loudly.

Without the slightest hesitation, Xu Yunfan's right arm muscles coiled like a dragon, his powerful internal energy surged and circulated with his blood and qi, his jade marrow and golden bones burst forth with a brilliant golden light, and the triple force exploded from the Yongquan acupoint on the sole of his foot, twisting through his waist and hips and converging into the hammer handle.

(Let me take a break today and sort things out. Thank you all for your monthly tickets and recommendation votes!)
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