The Ballad of Youth: Inheriting Daoji, Li Hanyi, the Escapee from Marriage

He was just saying that with the strength of the other party, who is the reincarnation of the Arhat Subduing Dragon, even though he has only recently awakened, he should be invincible in the mortal world!

That white-haired guy from earlier...

That little bit of strength was almost imperceptible, so how could Daoji possibly be unable to defeat him and then need to call him out?

(The Marquis of the Underworld politely asks: Is that you?)

"Hehe, although it's a bit embarrassing to admit, cough cough, actually it's because I've been a bit lazy."

"Besides, it's not like I'm unable to beat you, it's just that it's been too long since I've seen you, Senior Brother."

"I miss you so much! I want to call you out so we brothers can chat and have a drink, wouldn't that be nice?"

Li Xiuyuan continued to explain with a playful smile, while the Bodhisattva Weituo opposite him, upon seeing this, first showed a hint of understanding on his face, and then a sense of helplessness welled up inside him.

Well, it seems his mighty and strong junior brother, the Dragon Subduer, will never come back!

Is it because in the last of the seven lifetimes of karmic ties, he was reborn as Daoji and became addicted to being a crazy monk?

Now, even though it's a new descent to the mortal realm since then, the awakened version of this person still maintains this attitude. It's definitely because they're having too much fun and don't want to change anymore.

"You can chat all you want, but let's skip the drinking."

"Although after achieving our goals, we no longer prohibit drinking alcohol."

"On the contrary... there are many spiritual wines and celestial wines in the heavenly realm that can enhance cultivation! Many Arhats and Bodhisattvas collect and drink them."

"But I am a guardian deity, I must maintain my image!"

"I may not be drunk in the mortal realm, but if other gods or Buddhas saw me drinking celestial wine, I would be affected just the same way!"

The Bodhisattva Weituo explained it this way.

"Alright, it's about time. Well then... Jianglong, you continue your training journey. I'll head back now."

"Alright, alright! Take care, Senior Brother Wei Tuo!"

Li Xiuyuan used a fan instead of his hand to bid farewell as Weituo Bodhisattva took his leave and transformed into a new stone statue.

"Hmm! Before I knew it, it was almost dawn. It's about time to get back on the road!"

"I'm somewhat looking forward to it. What will happen once the fusion reaches 50%, no, even just 40%!"

As Li Xiuyuan spoke, he looked at himself, who had been playing the role of a "mad monk" in front of the main characters. Well, it wasn't really playing a role; at least he seemed to enjoy this lifestyle.

Anyway, his fusion level has now reached 39%. According to past practice, it becomes increasingly difficult to increase the fusion level after each 10% breakthrough, but at the same time, a special reward will be given! This is something to look forward to!

"Yes, it's time to hit the road, time to get going!"

As Li Xiuyuan spoke, he walked towards Xiao Se with unsteady steps, living up to his name as the Mad Monk!

Meanwhile, on the other side, Li Xiuyuan was unaware that, far away in Hangzhou, Jiangnan, inside the main hall of Lingyin Temple, the abbot who had sent him away was watching two monks, one fat and one thin, cleaning the hall in preparation for the morning prayers.

However, around the same time that Li Xiuyuan bid farewell to Bodhisattva Weituo, the abbot, as if struck by a flash of inspiration, slowly spoke to the fat and thin figures behind him.

"Guangliang, Biqing... it's about time. In a little while, you can go down the mountain to gain experience."

"When the time comes, you should meet up with Daoji! Hopefully... well, with Daoji there, everything should be alright!"

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Chapter 24 Xiao Se: You probably don't want to go to the Beauty Village and break your vow of celibacy, do you?

"Three Visits to the City, Beauty Manor!"

"This is the final destination of my mission to escort the golden coffin—the only way to reach Biro City."

"Are you sure you want to come with me? Especially Master Daoji, aren't you a Buddhist?"

"That kind of place, although it's ostensibly a casino, is actually a brothel in every sense of the word!"

"Aren't you going to break any taboos?"

Having witnessed the other party's various methods, Tang Lian's attitude towards Li Xiuyuan became noticeably more respectful.

"Oh dear! Tang Lian, you don't need to be so formal! You keep calling me 'you' all the time, I can't take it!"

"Remember this, don't use 'you' next time. If you do it again, I'll pretend I didn't hear it!"

"As for brothels or not, cough cough, although monks are said to abstain from women, as long as there are..."

Upon hearing what Tang Lian said, Li Xiuyuan first waved his hand to tell her not to be so distant.

Then he began to answer the questions from the other side.

That is, just as he was about to say that as long as there is wine, one can go anywhere in the world.

Before he could even utter the word "wine," Xiao Se, standing to the side, interrupted him.

"Ignore this crazy monk! He's never a proper monk anyway; eating meat and drinking alcohol are both taboos."

"Do you see him being afraid? Not only is he not afraid, he does it every day! In my opinion, even Lust, Caution..."

"Hmph, it might not even be broken yet!"

Upon hearing Xiao Se's words, Li Xiuyuan immediately became furious.

"Hey! What's wrong with you? How can you slander someone like that? You're making baseless accusations!"

"Do you know how much harm your slanderous remark can cause to a kind-hearted monk?"

"Eating meat and drinking alcohol is no problem, but as for the precept against lust, I, as a monk, have not touched it at all!"

Just like Li Xiuyuan enjoyed bullying Lei Wujie, Xiao Se had somehow developed a penchant for watching Li Xiuyuan break down.

Perhaps it was because he had threatened him with half the amount of alcohol when they were in the dilapidated temple. Well... it wasn't exactly a threat. Xiao Se knew very well that for someone like Dao Ji, regardless of his martial arts skills, just his lightness skill alone made it very easy for him to get alcohol.

But for some reason, Daoji was actually threatened and then suddenly changed his expression.

Perhaps it was because he had never met someone as interesting as the mad monk that Xiao Se became interested in him.

Every now and then, I'd chime in with a couple of sarcastic remarks, which I'd call "friendly" communication between friends...

"Really? So you agreed to go to this beauty village this time just to break your vow of celibacy?"

Xiao Se continued his tirade without any expression.

"I!"

"Good heavens! All I wanted was a sip of a different kind of wine, and you're slandering me like this!"

"This isn't the first or second time! You'll get your comeuppance, you know that?"

"Once we get to Sangu City, you're definitely in for a world of hurt!"

On the surface, Li Xiuyuan appeared "furious," but in reality, he was harboring some ill intentions, and he finally spoke up.

Yes, I forgot to mention, because Lei Wujie, who was going to Snow Moon City, didn't know the way there, and Xiao Se, without a map, was practically directionally challenged.

So after Bodhisattva Weituo left, they still chose to travel with Tang Lian, just like in the original story.

About three days have passed since then. During these three days, after everyone had gotten to know each other better, Xiao Se finally found his own fun. As mentioned above, he enjoys watching Li Xiuyuan break down or roll his eyes in exasperation. This is Xiao Se's entertainment. And as Li Xiuyuan said, this guy has done this more than once or twice...

"You think I'll get away with this?"

"Hehe, as far as I know, martial arts are prohibited in Beauty Manor, although it's not an explicit rule."

"But think about all those powerful and influential people in the underworld enjoying themselves there."

"Who would think of making a move there and offending a lot of people?"

Xiao Se smiled slightly, speaking nonchalantly.

"Yes, regarding this point, Master Daoji... Xiao Se is right."

"Fighting is rare at Beauty Manor. Generally, it only happens when a guest breaks the rules." (23sK.com)

"Otherwise, if battles break out so easily, how can the wealthy people in the Beauty Manor relax and immerse themselves in their enjoyment?"

Tang Lian also gave a serious explanation.

"Hmph, is that so? Then you'll just have to wait and see. You know, I, the monk, don't make prophecies lightly~"

After saying this, Li Xiuyuan looked relaxed and lay down without any hesitation.

It was after he said those words that Lei Wujie, who was driving outside, chimed in, his brows furrowing slightly and his expression becoming a little more serious.

"Haha, I think that since Daoji has said so, Xiao Se, you might be about to be proven wrong?"

"Don't forget his ability to predict the future with his fingers!"

This is what Lei Wujie said.

"Get lost! You idiot, pay attention to the map and drive properly. If you go the wrong way again, I'll teach you a lesson!"

Upon hearing this, Xiao Se first said something to Lei Wujie in an annoyed tone, and then turned his gaze back to Li Xiuyuan.

"What have you figured out this time?"

Tang Lian, who was standing to the side, was a little confused after hearing Xiao Se's words. Wasn't the idea of ​​being able to predict the future just the trick of a charlatan?

However, he knew that now was not the time to ask questions, so he remained silent and listened quietly.

"Hmm...it's nothing much, it'll just mean there will be a chaotic fight inside the Beauty Manor, right?"

"Since it's a chaotic brawl, there will definitely be some spillover effects, right? I'll give it a little push when the time comes."

"Do you think you'll get any good juice? Hehe, scared now? If you're scared, apologize to me, and then you'll have someone protecting you!"

Li Xiuyuan said this to Xiao Se with a grin, but Xiao Se only rolled his eyes at Li Xiuyuan and then turned his head away.

Xiao Se knew that Li Xiuyuan was just joking.

If the other party really wanted to do something to him, wouldn't it be simple? Why would they need to stir things up?

What he really cared about was the chaotic battle that would occur in Beauty Village, as predicted by the other party!

Since it's a chaotic battle, it's bound to be a scene with many people and a lot of distractions!

The chaotic battle that this mad monk specifically mentioned must have included quite a few powerful characters, right?

If those characters are directly or indirectly subordinate to a prince, or know him.

His path ahead is unlikely to be smooth...

Although he considers himself friends with Daoji, Lei Wujie, and the others now, if it really comes to that...