To comprehend all laws and attain immortality

"Fellow Daoist, we have arrived at Duyou City."

Yun Shuwan stood on the Dharma Boat and called out softly.

Inside the Dharma Boat, Gu Fan was explaining the Daoist texts to Lin Chen in a low voice.

Previously, Lin Chen had only memorized by rote and his understanding was still shallow. He needed further explanation to solidify his foundation.

As Gu Fan narrated, Lin Chen's astonishing comprehension became apparent. Not only could he understand what was being said, but he could also apply what he learned to other situations, which reminded Gu Fan of Qi Lingyun and Song Lian.

Song Lian came from a humble background, yet she was determined to improve herself.

Qi Lingyun, on the other hand, was quite lazy. Although she was talented, she needed constant reminders and encouragement.

Upon hearing Yun Shuwan's voice, Gu Fan stopped explaining and walked out of the cabin with Lin Chen. They were immediately awestruck by the magnificent scenery of Duyou City.

The Qin state had only one immortal cultivation sect, the Rebirth Sect, and the essence of the entire nation was gathered in this city.

Duyou City is built against the mountain, with distinct layers.

The gray-tiled houses spread out in layers, forming the lower town where ordinary people live. Smoke curls from the chimneys, and the faint sounds of the bustling city can be heard.

Above the mountainside, a pale white spiritual mist swirls, and stone steps paved with spiritual jade wind their way up. Spiritual wood pavilions are scattered in an orderly fashion, and glazed tiles gleam in the sunlight. This is the upper city where cultivators reside, and the faint sound of bells and chimes can be heard.

At the highest point of the city, a hexagonal pavilion can be vaguely seen. It is built entirely of black jade, with spirit banners hanging from the six corners, fluttering in the wind, like a black lotus quietly blooming.

"Duyou City lives up to its name; it is indeed magnificent," Gu Fan praised.

"Fellow Daoist, you flatter me." Yun Shuwan replied with a smile, her pride barely concealed.

Compared to the two, Lin Chen's feelings were more complicated.

He was born in this city, and later became a fugitive. He thought he would never return in this life, but today he returned in a grand manner on the immortal master's magic boat. It can be said that fate is mysterious.

With clouds drifting gently in the evening, the Dharma boat sailed smoothly and landed in the upper city.

Looking down from the air, one can see that every household in the city is decorated with lanterns and colorful banners, and funeral banners are hung in front of the doors. People on the streets are chatting and laughing, their faces full of joy, which shows that the city is prosperous and peaceful.

"What holiday are we celebrating?" Gu Fan asked Yun Shuwan curiously.

Yun Shuwan nodded slightly: "Next month is the Rebirth Festival, the day our sect worships our Dao Ancestor. A grand ceremony will be held in front of the Reincarnation Hall. Fellow Daoist has come from afar and is a distinguished guest, so why not come and witness the ceremony?"

Gu Fan asked with slight surprise, "Your esteemed sect actually allows cultivators from other paths to attend the ceremony?"

Yun Shuwan raised the corners of her mouth slightly and said leisurely, "All living beings in heaven and earth are in the cycle of reincarnation. Even though they are cultivators of different paths, as long as they have not become immortals, they will eventually enter the cycle of reincarnation. What harm is there in watching the sacrificial ceremony?"

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As distinguished guests invited by the Qin state, Gu Fan and Lin Chen were housed in a luxurious palace.

According to Yun Shuwan, this place was specially set up by the Wangsheng Sect to entertain distinguished guests.

As the three approached the hall, before they even entered, a group of people came towards them. The person in the lead made Gu Fan pause slightly.

It turned out to be Mo Siliang, the young master of the Mo family whom he had met once in the State of Chu.

Mo Siliang obviously saw Gu Fan as well, and her expression froze for a moment.

"Fellow Daoist Meng?" He lowered his head slightly, his eyes filled with probing, and called out softly with disbelief.

Gu Fan did not conceal his cultivation level; the fluctuations of his late-stage Golden Core cultivation were clearly perceptible. His appearance and demeanor were exactly the same as in his memory, which made Gu Fan suspicious.

Mo Siliang had already formed his core, and among the cultivators following him were two Golden Core cultivators. Upon seeing his actions, they immediately stopped.

Gu Fan coughed lightly and greeted him with a dry laugh, "I never expected to meet Fellow Daoist Mo here. It's truly an unexpected surprise."

Yun Shuwan glanced at her sideways and asked with a hint of doubt, "Fellow Daoist Gu, Fellow Daoist Mo, have you two known each other before?"

"Fellow Daoist Gu?" Mo Siliang raised his voice slightly.

Gu Fan smiled helplessly, forcibly concealing his embarrassment at being exposed, and cupped his hands, saying, "Gu Fan of the Lingxiao Sect greets fellow Daoist. I have concealed something before, please forgive me."

"How dare I?" Mo Siliang suddenly realized and quickly returned the greeting respectfully.

Regardless, keep an eye on the dreamy fat goose, and keep an eye on every update of "Understanding All Laws, Attaining Immortality". For Gu Fan, a late-stage Golden Core cultivator, to address him, an early-stage Golden Core cultivator, as a fellow Daoist is already a great honor; normally, he should address Gu Fan as a senior.

Yun Shuwan sensed something amiss and smiled, "Since you two are old acquaintances, there's no need for me to introduce you. Why don't I host a banquet to show my hospitality?"

Gu Fan had no objection and looked at Mo Siliang.

Mo Siliang smiled and said, "I had no urgent business to attend to; I was just looking for a stroll in the city. Meeting an old friend in a foreign land is truly a fortunate event, so how could I refuse?"

Upon hearing this, Yun Shuwan whispered a few instructions to her attendants and then led everyone into a magnificent hall.

The hall was covered with a cloud brocade carpet, and surrounded by carved jade pillars with Taoist patterns, radiating a warm and spiritual light.

In the center was a long table of green jade, on which burned incense that calmed the mind, its smoke curling like wisps of smoke. Crystal lamps hung on either side, their light cascading down, making the whole hall shine.

A moment later, a group of alluring maids entered carrying various spiritual foods, which they placed in front of everyone.

Gu Fan looked down and saw that there were spiritual fruits with less spiritual energy on his table, suitable for mortals to eat. It was clear that Lin Chen had also been taken into consideration, which showed that Yun Shuwan was very thoughtful.

Once the cup was filled with spirit wine, Mo Siliang raised it first and said softly, "When we first met in Peach Blossom City, I was quite disrespectful. I hope you will forgive me, senior."

"Not at all." Gu Fan raised his cup in response, took a sip of spiritual wine, and then asked curiously, "I wonder how Li Chunyang is doing now? I suppose he has already formed his core? Please convey my apologies when you return to Chu Kingdom."

Back in Peach Blossom City, the person who impressed him the most was Li Chunyang, and he even received guidance from him in the Liangyi Hall.

Upon hearing this question, Mo Siliang paused, slowly put down his cup, and sighed with sorrow, "Li Chunyang is trapped in the Liangyi Palace."

"What?" Gu Fan was startled.

Li Chunyang was exceptionally talented and possessed the Yin-Yang Stone. Logically, he shouldn't have died so easily, unless, like when he killed the Huang family cultivators, he didn't even have a chance to react.

Mo Siliang shook his head and said, "The Liangyi Palace only opens for one year at a time. If you fail to teleport out on time, you will surely die. There has never been an exception before. He has not returned yet, so what fate could he possibly have?"

Li Chunyang was his close friend, and when Gu Fan mentioned him, even a cultivator who takes life and death lightly could not hide his sorrow.

Upon hearing this, Gu Fan also fell silent.

However, he did not agree with the statement that "if one does not live for a year, it is as if one has died."

He himself stayed behind the hidden stone gate for ten years. If it weren't for the All-Seeing Eye, he wouldn't have been able to perceive its secrets. The key to it was hard to explain, let alone deduce Li Chunyang's situation.

Seeing his sorrowful expression, Gu Fan changed the subject: "May I ask what brings Fellow Daoist Mo to Duyou City?"

"I've brought a batch of spiritual herbs here." Mo Siliang came back to his senses and looked at Yun Shuwan. "Previously, all the transactions were handled by Fellow Daoist Yun. I heard that Fellow Daoist was not in the city, so I intended to wait a few more days. I didn't expect that Fellow Daoist would return just as I was about to go out."

Yun Shuwan smiled gently: "My sect has prepared all the necessary spiritual materials. I will have someone fetch them shortly. Next month is the Rebirth Festival, so you might as well stay and attend the ceremony."

Mo Siliang was flattered, but said apologetically, "Thank you for your kindness, fellow Daoist, but unfortunately I have important matters to attend to in the Chu Kingdom. Please forgive me."

Upon hearing this, Yun Shuwan did not insist, but nodded and smiled, her expression remaining unchanged.

After catching up, the group discussed the reason for Gu Fan's trip.

Upon hearing that he had set up a grand formation and successfully sealed the filthy cauldron, the Chu Kingdom cultivators present all showed astonishment, and their words became even more fervent.

The people of Chu had heard of the filthy cauldron, and even Nascent Soul cultivators were helpless against it. They were secretly glad that it had not fallen into Chu territory, but they never expected that Gu Fan would resolve it.

Gu Fan calmly raised his glass, responding with composure.

The gourd sat on the table, happily devouring its food.

Lin Chen sat upright, afraid of embarrassing Gu Fan, and didn't even dare to eat too much of the spiritual fruit.

Gu Fan caught a glimpse of his thin figure out of the corner of his eye and transmitted his voice, "Those spiritual fruits can replenish the body's vital energy, so eat as many as you like."

Lin Chen's spirits lifted, he nodded silently, picked up a spiritual fruit, and gently put it into his mouth.

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