Magnificent palaces and brightly lit buildings.
Even in this city full of tall buildings, a height of several hundred feet was outstanding.
Strings of red lanterns hung down from the high eaves. The walls were painted with large murals of enchanting jade maidens flying in the sky. The most incredible thing was that these murals were actually dancing. Their eyebrows and eyes seduced the passersby. Their bare hands plucked the pipa, and the strings actually sounded. It was magnificent and magnificent, like a fairyland.
Wu Gen said proudly, "What do you think of this place, Rongzhi?"
Qian Rongzhi said, "It's very beautiful." She had been here before.
Wu Gen said, "What about you, Qingshan? In a small place like Jiaping, you won't be able to see such scenery in your entire life."
Hwa Seung-zan thought Li Qingshan would be dumbfounded and speechless. Most people who came here for the first time would behave like that. However, although Li Qingshan's face was filled with admiration, he did not lose his composure. Hwa Seung-zan felt some praise in his heart.
Li Qingshan said, "It reminds me of my hometown."
Wu Gen laughed, "That's the funniest joke I've heard today."
Li Qingshan did not argue with him. This place did indeed make him think of his past life, that blurry world of light and shadow, neon lights that flickered constantly, and movies that passed off as real. There were probably not a lot of sights that could leave him dumbfounded.
Wu Gen took out the tablet again. Li Qingshan knew that it was a seal, used to control spiritual beasts. Hwa Seung-zan also put the silver dragon horse away.
As soon as he stepped into the building, a fragrant breeze filled his face. A group of young women in thin, spring clothes came up to receive him. Every single one of them was as beautiful as flowers, radiating with a vigorous presence of youth. They bumped into Hua Chengzan and chattered away, constantly calling him young master, young master, young master.
Hwa Seung-zan did not reject them. He hugged them left and right, calling out their names with great familiarity. This made the girls excited again.
"How unruly. Hurry up and get back to your own business. "A woman who looked like a manager came up and dispersed the group of unhappy girls.
Li Qingshan originally thought that this place was very different from ordinary brothels, but after the group of young girls dispersed to greet the guests, they immediately changed their expressions. Courteous. Clearly, he had undergone strict training. A lady from a noble family had to be more dignified.
As for the lady in charge, she bowed to Hwa Seung-zan gracefully. Her gaze wandered as she spoke shyly, "Playboy. You're back. Your friends must be waiting anxiously. "
Only then did they realize that Hwa Seung-zan had received special treatment, whereas Li Qingshan and Wu Gen, the two men, had become complete foils. They looked at each other and felt that they were in the same boat.
Li Qingshan looked up. This building also had an atrium structure, but its shape was not circular. It looked more like a swimming fish, and the scale of the building was more than ten times larger than the buildings in Jiaping City. Countless covered bridges intersected in the sky, and people walked on them. It was like a city within a building.
There were people coming and going in the building, men and women, young and old. A few qi practitioners mingled among them, looking left and right like normal tourists, admiring the wonders of the building.
Hwa Seung-zan teased the woman in charge a bit, then asked, "Where's Haitang?"
"The sect master is cultivating in the back."
"Let her come here. I have a few friends I want to introduce her to."
The woman glanced at Li Qingshan and Qian Rongzhi, then said reluctantly, "I'll go invite her right now."
Li Qingshan became even more vigilant. Calling the sect master by name, and letting her come here so casually, was enough to prove their relationship.
"Let's go up first!" Hwa Seung-zan led the way in front. When they arrived at a corner of the building, Li Qingshan felt a white cloud surging under his feet, gently lifting them up. He then saw a small formation engraved on the floor, flashing with light. It was clearly a formation that could create clouds.
Seeing Li Qingshan's strange expression, Hwa Seung-zan teased, "What, thinking of home again?"
Li Qingshan said, "Of course." Wasn't this just an elevator? Although the methods used were different, the direction humans pursued in pursuit of pleasure was really not too different.
Wu Gen patted Li Qingshan's shoulder and said with a smile, "Qingshan, I couldn't tell that you like to joke so much."
As he rapidly climbed higher and higher, Li Qingshan's eyesight became extremely sharp. He saw that the building was divided into various regions according to the floor. Some regions were equipped with gambling tables and tools, while others were filled with diners who were currently munching away.
Of course, the traditional "service industry" still occupied a very large part of the area. Everyone's faces were brimming with smiles. Even Li Qingshan could not help but be infected by this joyous atmosphere. His mind gradually relaxed, temporarily forgetting about his worries and hatred. He smiled slightly.
Hwa Seung-zan said, "Here, no matter what your identity is, no matter what your interests are, you'll be able to get what you want. It's filled with endless joy."
Li Qingshan suddenly felt that something was off. He used the Spirit Turtle's Method of Sea Suppression to steady his mind, and the smile on his face immediately vanished. "Is there some kind of formation here that affects people's minds?" Little Ann was obviously unaffected, and Qian Rongzhi's expression did not change either. It probably had something to do with the cultivation method she practised.
"That's right!" Hwa Seung-zan nodded. He admired Li Qingshan's sharp senses very much.
Li Qingshan said, "Is it fine to confuse people like this?"
Wu Gen said, "What confuse people like this? Don't be an alarmist."
Hwa Seung-zan said, "Wine, women, avarice, and pride. Which one of them doesn't confuse people? Who doesn't like it? Compared to these things, don't you think it's much better to use some minor techniques to make people happy without harming their bodies or minds? "
Li Qingshan shook his head slightly. "It's better not to have this kind of joy."
Hwa Seung-zan smiled. "Everyone's drunk, so why are you the only one sober?"
Li Qingshan looked into Hwa Seung-zan's bright eyes and asked, "Are you drunk?" He just felt that Hwa Seung-zan was not the type of person to indulge in such things.
Hwa Seung-zan blinked. "Haven't you heard of alcohol as an antidote?"
The two of them looked at each other and smiled.
Wu Gen said impatiently, "What are you guys talking about?"
The surroundings suddenly became quiet. They had arrived at the highest point of the building. The stars were twinkling above their heads, but they were surrounded by the scenery of a garden. There were tall bamboos, rockery, and ponds. There was even a small stream flowing. It was hard to imagine that they were on top of a tall building. There were a few pavilions in the garden, and the sound of stringed instruments could be heard from afar.
They walked along the path and bumped into a half-drunk middle-aged man who was being supported by a beautiful woman. Both of them were Qi Practitioners, and the man was actually at the tenth layer of the Qi Practitioner level. His green robe was wrinkled, and his hands were touching the woman's perky buttocks. Even his beard did not add any sense of dignity to his appearance.
When the middle-aged man saw Hwa Seung-zan, he quickly moved away from the woman's body. He tidied his clothes and acted like a gentleman. "It's, it's Commander Hua."
Hwa Seung-zan smiled. "What are you doing here?"
The middle-aged man coughed lightly. "I'm collecting some scenery."
The woman rubbed his chest and said, "Didn't you say that you want to come to the bed and let me enjoy myself?"
The middle-aged man awkwardly scolded, "Don't talk nonsense." The woman only smiled, obviously not afraid of him at all. She even winked at Hwa Seung-zan.
Wu Gen chuckled. Hwa Seung-zan stepped aside and said, "Then please go first. Don't delay your business."
Wu Gen said disdainfully, "This old bastard."
The middle-aged man walked away in a flustered manner. Li Qingshan asked curiously, "Who is he?" He had seen many high-level Qi Practitioners, be it friend or foe, they would always have a certain demeanor, unlike this man who was so disrespectful.
《Legend of the Great Sage》
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