Infiltrating the righteous path? Just another place to be a sycophant.

Lu An never expected that even though he was cultivating immortality, someone would still arrange a blind date for him.

Not only did she go on a blind date, but the person she was supposed to meet was actually a powerful figure from a sect.

As a layabout, he wasn't exactly dumbfounded, but he was certainly flattered.

What's going on here? Why are you messing with me like this?

Although I know you're in a hurry, Master, is there really a need to be in such a rush?

And how could Yu Wanqing possibly agree? Are you kidding me?!

However, Yu Wanqing lowered her head shyly, her face flushed: "Elder Lu is certainly a good man, but... I think I..."

Lu An was completely baffled. Why the hell are you blushing?

Li Podao, never one to mince words, said something truly shocking: "What do you think? Since you think it's good, I guarantee you two should get to know each other first! If you're satisfied, you can become husband and wife, Daoist partners!"

Lu An was shocked, and so was Yu Wanqing.

Wow... are they playing that aggressively? And so fast...?

They're supposed to be husband and wife, a Daoist couple?

The car was going a bit too fast.

This joke seemed to have startled Yu Wanqing as well. After all, there are so many types of Daoist partners, and to start by playing the role of a married couple is just too exciting!

Lu An quickly said, "Auntie, don't talk nonsense! Sect Master Yu is of noble birth and shoulders a heavy responsibility for the sect, how could he possibly...?"

Yu Wanqing quickly replied, "Actually, it's not that we can't consider it..."

Now it was Lu An's turn to be dumbfounded.

Guys, this is crazy! This time, the blind date has turned into a forced marriage.

Li Podao looked quite pleased with himself and even raised an eyebrow at Lu An as if to claim credit.

See, you silly apprentice? Some things are just that easy to do.

Li Podao urged even more urgently, "Since that's the case, let's have the banquet tomorrow? That would put my mind at ease."

Lu An was even more confused now.

You're completely leaving us no way out! You've even set the banquet for tomorrow, without even choosing an auspicious date?

No need for a marriage certificate, no fear of gods or ghosts, just choose whatever you want, right? Those who cultivate demonic arts are truly carefree.

Yu Wanqing covered her face, which was turning as red as an apple, and said, "This is too fast! Sister, I'm not ready yet."

Lu An was speechless: "Auntie, aren't you forcing me into this?"

"Besides, you didn't even ask for my opinion! Don't you know that these kinds of things are mutual..."

Li Podao's face instantly transformed into a very benevolent smile, a smile so benevolent it seemed he was about to devour Lu An at any moment.

Then a thought popped into Lu An's mind: If I don't agree, this guy will really kill me.

Li Podao, like a snake, placed both hands on Lu An's shoulders, then smiled and leaned closer: "My dear nephew, why don't you tell your aunt what your opinion is?"

"I have no objection, but it's up to my aunt to decide."

"How can I do that? It makes it sound like I'm forcing you..."

"Actually, you're just forcing me..."

Li Podao's tone carried a hint of warning and murderous intent: "Nephew, what did you say?"

Lu An quickly changed his tune, saying, "There's no such thing as being forced or not; it was all my own choice!"

Li Podao smiled kindly, like a loving mother: "Is it really your own choice?"

Lu An had no choice but to say, "I swear to the Heavenly Dao with my Dao heart, it is truly my own free will!"

I'm used to being forced to volunteer; it was the same thing when I was in school.

For example, people were forced to attend tutoring classes, but now they are forced to become partners in a Daoist ritual.

This is a damn world.

“Sister, I think it’s too hasty, and I’m really not ready. My kind of Daoist partner is just… someone to discuss the Dao with… someone to accompany me on the path of cultivation…”

However, Yu Wanqing did not disappoint Lu An. Although her first sentence stunned Lu An, she performed steadily afterwards.

That's right. Forget about whether they're fairies or not, whether they're detached from worldly affairs or worldly. If they're going to become Daoist partners and husband and wife, they should think things through more carefully. That way, it won't be a bad thing!

A hasty and simplistic marriage contract has no future!

Li Podao, however, pressed his advantage, saying, "Hey, there's no rush, dear sister. Just consider it as understanding your older sister's wish!"

"The so-called Great Way still requires profound enlightenment and the pursuit of the Great Way. Do not rush for it. If others are unwilling, do not force them. Otherwise, they will develop mental obstacles, which will be a major hurdle on the path of cultivation!"

A deep voice suddenly came from behind them. The three of them turned around and found that it was Shen Xuzi.

He's back again.

Originally, Li Podao thought that if Lu An had said these words, he would at least teach him a lesson in person, but when he found out that it was Shen Xuzi who said them, he didn't take action.

Lu An just wanted to give Shen Xuzi a thumbs up; he truly deserves to be called a savior!

"Sect Master! Greetings, Sect Master!" Yu Wanqing bowed respectfully.

For some reason, seeing him made the back of my head ache slightly.

Shen Xuzi waved his hand, then sat down and looked at Li Podao with a sly smile: "No need for formalities. I presume this beautiful fellow Daoist is Elder Lu's aunt?"

Li Podao looked at Shen Xuzi with some displeasure: "It is I. May I ask who this old gentleman is?"

Shen Xuzi said with great pride, "Hahaha, I am Shen Xuzi, the sect master of Yuantian Holy Sect."

It seems that his position as the sect leader of Yuantian Shengzong brings him a strong sense of pride.

"You old codger, you're still alive?"

Shen Xuzi had just sat down when Li Podao suddenly said something.

Lu An, who had just stood up, was so frightened that he almost stumbled and fell.

No, you really have no sense of propriety, woman! You dare to say such things.

Shen Xuzi almost lost his footing, staring at Li Podao with a completely bewildered expression.

Then, Li Baidao put on a gentle smile: "What's wrong, Sect Master?"

That was the smile of an aunt, a senior in the family.

"No, fellow Daoist, what did you just say?"

"He didn't say anything, Sect Master, are you hallucinating?"

"You really didn't say anything?"

"You really didn't say anything, Sect Master, what's wrong?"

Shen Xuzi said with some self-doubt, "Then... perhaps I misheard."

So Shen Xuzi stopped arguing and sat down.

"Sect Master, where did you go just now?"

"There was something that happened, but it's been resolved," Shen Xuzi said with a smile, while casually rubbing his lower back with his fist.

"Does this fellow Daoist wish to arrange a marriage?"

"I'm not entirely at ease with my eldest nephew, so I was thinking of entrusting him to someone. That's why I thought Miss Yu was quite nice..."

"Sect Master Yu, what is your opinion? After cultivating for more than a hundred years, it's time to have a Daoist partner."

Yu Wanqing covered her face and said, "I have no problem with being a Daoist partner, but getting to be husband and wife is too fast!"

“Alas, many things are the same. A lot of preparation is laid out, but success comes in an instant.” Shen Xuzi advised, “So if you have such thoughts, you can settle down and live a shameless… no, a decent life of cultivation.”

"Yes, the road ahead is long and arduous, but it's also possible that Miss Yu doesn't think much of my eldest nephew, after all, he's really too good for his lot."

This is Lu An, who was being ignored. He was currently gnawing on a pig's trotter. Both of them were asking Yu Wanqing for her opinion, but no one asked him.

Lu An felt that he was just a nobody and had no right to have any opinions.

"Sister, you can't say that! Lu An is the face of our Yuan Tian Holy Sect right now!"

"Is that really so? My good-for-nothing nephew?"

"Yes, and I'm even planning to recommend him for the Righteous Alliance in the coming days!"

As Yu Wanqing uttered these words, Li Podao actually cast an approving glance at her.

Shen Xuzi suddenly changed the subject: "As the saying goes, the younger generation has its own blessings. These things are not important. May I ask, Aunt, do you have a Daoist partner?"

"Me? Daoist partner?" Li Podao was clearly a little confused, but he quickly understood and covered his mouth with a smile, "Could it be that Sect Master Shen has taken a fancy to me?"

"Oh, what are you talking about? I would never be that kind of person. But, Auntie, I have a question I'd like to ask."

"What is the problem?"

"I just witnessed your battle with Sect Master Yu. Where did you learn your Yuan Tian Sacred Sect's techniques?"

Chapter 109 An Old Friend Emerges from Seclusion

How did you come across the Yuan Tian Sheng Zong's techniques? That's a good question.

How good was it? So good that Lu An didn't know what to say.

He won't explain anymore.

But it's also worth noting that with such a high-profile fight, who wouldn't ask questions?

Li Podao, however, remained calm and said, "I used to be a member of the Yuantian Holy Sect, but back then, Sect Master Shen wasn't the sect master yet."

Shen Xuzi immediately became interested: "A member of the Yuantian Holy Sect? May I ask what your name was before, and in what year did you join this sect and begin your cultivation here?"

He has already become a powerful figure in the Tribulation Transcending stage. He must have been a very famous person back then, right?

"That happened a long time ago, and the matter is in the past. Besides, it's normal for many people to leave the sect, isn't it?"

Li Podao clearly didn't want to dwell too much on the past, so he simply tried to deceive him.

Shen Xuzi glanced at Yu Wanqing and shook his head.

If the other person doesn't want to talk about it, then there's nothing he can do.

The path of cultivation is inherently a solitary journey. So-called sects are often just temporary footholds. One either dies when one's lifespan runs out over the long years, or one transcends tribulations and ascends to immortality.

For the sake of opportunity and future prospects, there are countless people who leave the sect to venture out on their own. The Yuan Tian Holy Sect has lost count of how many fellow Daoists it has had.

"I don't know how to address you, fellow Daoist. I can't keep calling you 'Little Aunt' all the time, can I?"

"I don't mind if you call me Auntie, I'll just consider you another nephew," Li Podao said nonchalantly.

As expected of my eccentric master, he says such things without any hesitation.

Shen Xuzi's expression turned somewhat unpleasant: "Fellow Daoist, please don't joke around. I'm already this old, why would I make such a joke?"

After thinking for a moment, Li Podao said, "If the sect leader doesn't mind, you can call me Ahua."

Upon hearing this address, Lu An frowned and looked at Li Po with a strange expression, asking, "Ah Hua?"

But Li Podao ignored him; in fact, she didn't want to talk to anyone right now.

She was only focused on bringing the two of them together. For the sake of her undercover mission, she even personally went to their door to help. But this good-for-nothing disciple was so disappointing! It really made her furious!

It's almost there, why aren't you doing anything about it?

Shen Xuzi then asked lecherously, "I wonder if Sister Hua has a Daoist partner?"

Li Podao glanced at him but did not answer.

The meaning is already quite obvious.

Don't bother me, I don't want to talk to you.

Yu Wanqing also raised her hand and said, "Sect Leader, you are already married, please show some self-respect!"

Then a deafening thunderclap came from afar, and countless bolts of lightning appeared under the clear sky, striking the mountaintop.

Upon seeing this, Shen Xuzi's lecherous expression instantly turned deathly pale.

Because the lightning struck his family's mountain.