The male supporting character was actually myself.

The current celestial phenomena are very chaotic!

According to that demon's original plan, he should have easily taken over the Xue family and swallowed up their fortune, soaring to great heights.

Unexpectedly, the master has entered the fray. Now the opponent's astrological chart is bright and clear, seemingly far ahead of the rising momentum, but in fact, a crisis is lurking beneath the surface.

And the other less conspicuous star, I think it should be you, Master.

At first glance, it seemed to be on the verge of collapse, teetering on the brink of destruction, but it was protected by an invisible aura, thus putting it at a disadvantage for the time being.

However, given time, it's possible that it might surpass that bright star.

Chapter Sixteen: The Wrong Way to Time Travel?

"Oh my!" The little white cat's mouth gaped open in surprise. "No, no, I have to go to the forum and ask the experts if they've ever encountered this situation before."

I even suspect this thing might be a clone sent by the main system.

Thankfully, he didn't calculate any further; otherwise, he would have revealed the entire script!

Jiang Chen glanced at the Taoist priest, who was looking furtive and wary of the rumbling thunder in the sky, seemingly genuinely afraid of being struck by lightning.

He then handed over another piece of gold.

The Taoist priest immediately beamed, took a bite, rubbed it contentedly on his robe, and then tucked it into his pocket.

"I also predicted that after you, Great Immortal, arrived, the Xue family, which should have been wiped out, would have a chance to turn things around!"

"Isn't that obvious? I'm strong and healthy now, and I'll definitely get married and have children in the future. The Xue family line can't end."

"No, no, no, what I mean is..." The Taoist priest was about to say something when a thunderclap suddenly exploded not far away. He quickly shut his mouth and muttered, "Amitabha, Amitabha, I can't reveal any more heavenly secrets, forgive me, forgive me."

Jiang Chen: ? ? ?

"Aren't you a Taoist priest?"

"Since I'm a wanderer, I have some knowledge of Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism. I can switch to whatever kind of help you need at any time."

Little white cat: (￣ェ￣;)

This thing has absolutely nothing to do with the main system...

"Aren't you a disciple of some mountain, a legitimate Taoist priest?"

The Taoist priest smiled awkwardly, "Well, I call this drawing inferences from one instance to another!"

He is knowledgeable and knows a little about everything, after all, he needs to make a living.

When I really couldn't scam any money, I'd also go around selling folk remedies, like miracle cures or athlete's foot spray.

Jiang Chen: ...

Little white cat: ……

An awkward silence fell over the rooftop for a moment, then Jiang Chen tossed over a small piece of gold. "Let's get serious. Can you take in that guy who's trying to usurp my place?"

"Me?" The Taoist priest stuffed the gold into his pocket, pointed to his nose and twitched his lips. "Great Immortal, you think too highly of me."

If I had that kind of ability, would I need to cheat people out of money?

"Master, you can't beat him, can you?"

Jiang Chen didn't speak, and the other party sighed and shook his head, saying, "Then there's nothing we can do."

It's cold and the dew is heavy, let's go downstairs. I'm going to stay here for a few days anyway, freeloading, so we have plenty of time to chat."

The gossip that Young Master Xue was possessed by a demon and that a powerful Taoist priest had come to the manor to perform a ritual quickly spread among the servants.

People in this era are most averse to ghosts, gods, and evil spirits.

They also love gossiping about strange and incomprehensible things, and the Taoist priest seemed to have real skills. Regardless of the outcome, the process of his chattering was quite impressive.

In addition, many people embellished the discussion with various exaggerated claims.

When Lin Mubai, who was sore all over from a day of rigorous training, heard about it before going to bed that night, the version of the story was already quite legendary.

The stories of immortals descending to earth and Taoist priests battling evil spirits were more exciting than storytelling.

"Ha, how ignorant and foolish." Lin Mubai finished washing up and lay down on the communal bed, finally able to breathe a sigh of relief.

As he listened to the chatter of the thirteen or fourteen-year-old servants, he thought disdainfully to himself, "Congenital heart disease, let alone with these medical conditions, even if he traveled back to the modern era, he might not be able to be cured."

Those Taoist priests can swindle a lot of money by making talismans with some chemical reactions, jumping around and performing a couple of plays.

People in ancient times were really stupid!

Sigh... I don't know how much longer I have to endure this training. I just want to go to the study as soon as possible, but why is it so difficult?

He touched the bruises all over his body from being whipped, and felt extremely frustrated.

How come a proud student from the prestigious science and engineering department is restricted in every way after transmigrating, and not a single day goes smoothly?

Even in time-travel novels, the characters don't seem to have it this bad.

Could it be that I time-traveled in the wrong way?

After a day of rigorous training, Lin Mubai was already exhausted.

He slept very soundly that night.

In a daze, he felt someone pushing him.

"What's wrong? You won't even let me sleep properly." Lin Mubai rolled over in annoyance, still wanting to doze off.

His body felt like it was falling apart, and he lay there not wanting to move at all.

"Don't call him anymore, let's go quickly!" a slightly childish voice exclaimed excitedly, "The master is in a good mood today and has prepared so much money to reward the servants!"

"The manager told us to call someone, but he didn't respond. So it's none of our business. Let's go!"

"I heard it's because the young master has really recovered, so they're giving him a big reward!"

"It's wonderful news that the young master is recovering!"

……

A group of servants rushed to the front yard, and soon the large dormitory was empty.

Lin Mubai groggily got up and looked at the empty room, somewhat bewildered.

What kind of tipping?

Master Xue is going to distribute money?

Lin Mubai, who had never suffered like this before, was sore all over and hurriedly got up to put on his clothes.

Unfortunately, ancient clothing was not as convenient as jeans or T-shirts.

Layer upon layer, even the socks for binding feet take quite a while to prepare.

By the time he was dressed and ran to the covered walkway, the other servants had already received their rewards and were walking back, chatting and laughing.

"You're lazy and greedy, you can't even catch the hottest shit," the servant responsible for feeding the horses mocked him. "Everyone's long gone, who's going to wait for you?"

If you want a tip, be more diligent next time!

"That's right! You can't even learn how to greet the master properly. You need to hurry up and learn, or you'll be eating and drinking for nothing. Be careful the master might send you to a slave trader."

"A servant who is twenty-one is not as good as one who is twelve."

"Hurry up and eat breakfast. The old man in charge of teaching manners has a bad temper. Be careful you don't get beaten up again!"

……

Faced with the mockery of a group of teenage servants, Lin Mubai clenched his fists in anger.

Once I find my chance to soar to great heights, you ignorant fools will know how powerful I am!

"Chen'er, come here, come to my side." Master Xue rubbed his face vigorously, looking at his son who was full of energy and spirit, and for a moment he could hardly believe it.

After being sick for more than ten years, is it really cured just like that?

Jiang Chen strode forward with a powerful stride, allowing him to examine the man closely.

"When I woke up, I felt energetic and all my previous ailments had disappeared. By the way, the Taoist priest also taught me a set of boxing techniques. After practicing them, I felt light and healthy, and full of energy."

Father, you can try it in your spare time too.

After saying this, Jiang Chen still stood in the hall and performed a set of Tai Chi in front of many famous doctors who came for consultation.

The Taoist priest was dumbfounded, and could only stroke his beard and smile calmly.

"My goodness, young master, please don't talk nonsense. Your set of fist techniques is incredibly ingenious, I don't know how to do it!" Taking advantage of the shock and discussion among the crowd, the Taoist priest pulled Jiang Chen aside and whispered, "Why don't you teach me first?"

The little white cat was completely bewildered, licking its paws and muttering softly, "No way? There really are people who time-traveled and then conquered the world using Tai Chi?"

Host, you've done a really good job of planning ahead.

Regardless, the path for the protagonist to 'create' Tai Chi and become a grandmaster has been blocked.

what's next?

Should we start using the tech tree?

Chapter Seventeen: I can't keep up with the host's train of thought anymore!

"The Taoist priest is indeed amazing!"

"I am only slightly versed in martial arts, but the fist technique you just used, sir, was extremely exquisite. Its creator must have been a grandmaster!"

"Master, may I borrow your book to speak?"

……

After a consultation by many renowned doctors, they unanimously agreed that Young Master Xue had recovered from his illness and was in good health, with a physique no weaker than that of someone who practices martial arts.

Since the matter involves the belief in the protection of ghosts, gods, and fortune, these people dare not make any rash judgments.

The final result was still very encouraging.

Master Xue was overjoyed, for on one hand, his new concubine pleased him greatly, and on the other hand, his son was in good health—truly a double blessing!

After a while of commotion, Jiang Chen finally managed to escape from Master Xue's courtyard.

"We can try the tech tree later. Right now, we need to plan the layout based on the updated storyline." He changed his clothes and instructed his page to go to the prefect's mansion to deliver a visiting card.