Wandering Sword Seller's Life in the Qin Dynasty

After confirming that Tian Mi was dead, Xu Qing stopped worrying about such matters and instead asked Wu Kuang, "What are your plans now?"

Wu Kuang pondered for a moment, then hesitated, "I haven't decided yet..."

His eyes were filled with confusion.

Because of what happened back then, he was in a state of confusion for a long time. He didn't know who to believe. It was in order to find the truth that he chose to leave the farm and follow Xu Qing. Later, he joined the Luo Wang (Net of Law), which was also arranged by Xu Qing, because Xu Qing promised to help him find out the truth.

Now, the truth is clear.

The murderers from back then, whether it was Tian Meng or Tian Mi, are both dead.

What should I do next?

"If you don't know where to go, you can consider going back to the farm."

Xu Qing gave Wu Kuang a suggestion.

"You joined the Luo Wang under a different name and disguise, so the Luo Wang doesn't know your true origins. Even if you leave the Luo Wang, you won't be subject to their purging. The Farmer's Clan has suffered a great upheaval, with heavy casualties among its members. It's a time when they need manpower. You grew up in the Farmer's Clan and were once the head steward of the Kuiwei Hall, managing it very well. If you could return to the Farmer's Clan, it would be a good thing for them."

Hearing Xu Qing's words, Zhu Jia also urged Wu Kuang, "Yes, Brother Wu Kuang, come back!"

Wu Kuang began to waver.

Xu Qing continued, "Now that the Farmer's Clan has submitted to Qin, most of its core leaders have moved to the vicinity of Xianyang. Xianyang is a place where the world's affairs converge. If you return to the Farmer's Clan, this news will probably be difficult to keep from others, and it may even reach someone's ears..."

After a pause, Xu Qing said someone's name.

"Chen Sheng!"

"He is still alive. Like you, he is also traveling the world in search of the truth of what happened back then."

Upon hearing this name, the confusion in Wu Kuang's eyes immediately vanished.

Yes, the murderer is dead.

But he was not alone.

His brother, Chen Sheng, is still alive.

Now that I have found out the truth, I have a reason to tell my brother the truth and apologize to him.

……

Wu Kuang's escape from the net caused no ripples whatsoever.

Or rather, even if there are disturbances, they won't affect Wu Kuang.

If Zhao Gao knew about this, even if he issued a kill order against him, he was hunting down Jin Guang, so what did it have to do with me, Wu Kuang?

After returning to Xianyang, the affairs of the peasant family were finally brought to a complete close.

Xu Qing had no interest in getting involved in the affairs of the various schools of thought.

Often, it's simply because we've crossed paths with the other party that we have no choice but to take action.

When things are in a state where it's optional, Xu Qing usually chooses the option that's optional.

On this day, a mysterious figure appeared at the entrance of his mansion.

After sensing the other party, Xu Qing's expression immediately became somewhat strange.

Before the incident involving the peasants broke out, he had visited the Yin-Yang School and met with Xinghun. His intention was to lure Xinghun to come and ask for the sword, but Xinghun seemed to be thinking about something, or perhaps the young man was too proud to admit it, and he didn't make a move for a long time.

Of course, it's also possible that Xu Qing went to Dongjun before, and Xinghun might have come, but he came up empty-handed.

The people who came to the vicinity of Xu Qing's residence this time have some connection with the Yin-Yang School, but this connection can be traced back to five hundred years ago.

The other party is from Taoism!

After noticing the other person's presence, Xu Qing did not pretend not to see them, but decisively appeared in front of them.

"You've been lurking near my residence for so long, are you plotting something?"

The cold voice reached the middle-aged man's ears, and he immediately became alert.

However, after turning his head to see who was speaking, he breathed a slight sigh of relief.

He quickly said to Xu Qing, "I wouldn't dare! How could I possibly have any improper intentions towards you, sir?"

"I see!" Xu Qing sighed. "I thought you were holding a grudge against me because you lost to me near Louguan, and you were looking for an opportunity to take revenge!"

Hearing this, the man continued, "Sir, you are joking. The matter of Louguan was a misunderstanding. We were unaware that you were commissioned by the King of Qin to forge swords there, and we disturbed you. Strictly speaking, the fault lies entirely with us, and we should apologize to you."

"Hmph, you're quite sensible!"

Upon hearing these words, Xu Qing couldn't help but speak to the man, adding, "Since you didn't come here to cause trouble, then you've come to ask for the sword?"

Upon hearing Xu Qing's words, the man was stunned.

He didn't actually come here to seek the sword.

Rather, it was for the sake of power.

The Taoists were located on Mount Taiyi and had been granted titles by the Qin state for generations, so they should have held a very high status.

However, the crux of the matter is that they are Taoists.

Taoism emphasizes non-action and seeks the Way of Heaven. Although the Human Sect has to go through a layer of worldly trials to refine their hearts compared to the Heaven Sect, in the end, what they seek is still the Way of Heaven. In order to seek the Way of Heaven, they choose to live in seclusion and cultivate themselves asceticly, without caring about the myriad phenomena of the world.

In their eyes, everything in the mortal world is something that can be discarded.

The great path is lofty and distant, but it is a path of solitude.

However, there are always various temptations on this path of seeking truth.

Just like men.

If he were a member of the Heavenly Sect, he might have fewer desires, but he happens to be a member of the Human Sect.

In the past, he thought that the position of the leader of the Human Sect would fall into his hands. However, Xiaoyaozi suddenly appeared. Xiaoyaozi had only entered the Dao in his middle age, but in a short period of time, he mastered many of the Human Sect's unique skills. Moreover, before his master was defeated at the Miaotai Sword Viewing and died in depression, he was appointed as the new leader of the Human Sect.

That day, he lost everything.

On the surface, he regarded Xiaoyaozi as the sect leader, but in secret, he hated Xiaoyaozi to the core.

In his view, the reason why Xiaoyaozi was so powerful was because his master favored him, gave him his full support, and devoted all the resources of the Human Sect to cultivate Xiaoyaozi, which enabled him to possess such strength.

Unfortunately, resources are limited.

Although the Taoists were supported by the Qin state, they did not engage in production but devoted themselves to cultivation. Without making any effort, it was naturally difficult for them to reap any rewards.

The resources were used up by the sect leader, so what was left for elders like him was limited.

Therefore, even if he wanted to improve his strength to defeat Xiaoyaozi, it would be very difficult for him.

But the battle at Louguan had shown him a completely different world.

So, even Xiaoyaozi can lose!

It turns out that Chisongzi, who defeated his master, was not as powerful as imagined.

Hiding in the mountains to cultivate oneself is nothing more than a frog in a well with a limited view of the sky.

There are mountains beyond mountains, and there are even more powerful people in the outside world.

If a swordsmith who forged a sword for the King of Qin possessed such formidable strength, it is clear that the Taoists had seriously underestimated the heroes of the world.

In addition, he couldn't help but overthink things.

Is the opponent so powerful because they have the support of the Qin state?

After all, cultivation and improving one's strength both require resources.

The Qin state had successively destroyed the Han and Zhao states, making it the most powerful state in the world. With its resources, Qin could easily support a strongman.

If I could also receive support from the Qin state, perhaps I could surpass Xiaoyaozi.

He wanted to go directly to the Qin state.

The problem is that he has no say in the Taoist sect, and the Taoist sect is located on Mount Taiyi, which is very close to Xianyang. If he openly surrenders to the Qin state, it will probably not be long before Xiaoyaozi finds out and he will be taken back to the mountain and imprisoned.

Therefore, we have to take a roundabout approach.

The man immediately thought of Xu Qing, who had once defeated many masters from the Tianren and Erzong sects at Louguan.

During this time, he came to Xianyang City under the pretense of traveling in the mortal world. Thanks to Xu Qing's willingness to step out of the public eye and not hide himself, the man quickly found out where Xu Qing lived, but he had not yet figured out how to visit Xu Qing.

After all, there had been considerable conflict between the Taoists and Xu Qing during the battle at Louguan.

Upon hearing Xu Qing's words, the man's thoughts wavered, and in the end, he uttered words against his conscience.

"The sword you forged that day was unparalleled in the world. My Taoist school also practices swordsmanship and nurtures swords. I am also a sword enthusiast and wish to ask you for a sword!"

As he spoke, the man cupped his hands and bowed to Xu Qing.

Xu Qing's eyes flickered as they landed on the man. "Since you've come seeking the sword, I can't very well refuse!"

"What's your name?"

He asked the man calmly.

"The Taoist Master, Mu Xuzi!"

Upon hearing this name, Xu Qing remained calm and said nothing.

He recognized the man the moment he noticed him.

Similarly, he did not distance himself from men. As he said, he never really refused those who asked for his sword. After all, in his earlier years, he even gave swords to people on his own initiative, without them having to come to him to ask.

It was only in these years, as their strength improved, that they gradually started to put on airs.

He was just looking forward to making contact with the Taoists, and Mu Xuzi's arrival provided him with an extremely suitable way out.

Chapter 309 On Mount Taiyi, the Dao divides into Heaven and Man

"Mu Xuzi, right? I wonder what kind of sword design you prefer?"

What are the requirements for a sword?

As the first Taoist to actively seek a sword from him, Xu Qing was exceptionally tolerant, not only agreeing to Mu Xuzi's request but also allowing him to make some demands.

Upon hearing this, Mu Xuzi was about to speak, but at the last moment he realized what he had said.

Even if the other party allows you to make requests, it doesn't mean you can actually make requests.

Of course, you can't make demands.