Su Po and Shen Herong looked at Mister Taiqing quietly, guessing how much of what he said was true and how much of it was false.
Mister Taiqing remained calm.
Su Po and Shen Herong exchanged glances. They both felt that Li Shulou, who was wearing a high crown and ancient clothes, did not seem to be lying and was speaking the truth.
The other party seemed to be at ease and had no demands. However, this did not make Su Po and Shen Herong, who supported Daoist Yu Qing, feel relaxed.
On the contrary, the elephant was formless, the big sound was silent, and the Dao was natural.
Mister Taiqing's state of mind was most compatible with Daoist cultivation.
Su Po and Shen Herong were of course happy that Daoist Yu Qing cared about their old friendship.
However, from the perspective of personal cultivation, there were too many people and things to worry about, which was not good for Daoist cultivation.
If the three Li Shulou were to race and compete to reach the sixteenth realm first, Daoist Yu Qing would be the one at a disadvantage.
As for Mister Taiqing in front of them, he seemed to be neglecting his proper occupation and switching to Confucianism, throwing his own Daoist cultivation aside. However, he might be the one closest to the sixteenth realm among the three.
Daoist Shangqing, who inherited Li Shulou's desire to explore and improve, might not be faster than Mister Taiqing if he did not consider the influence of the two fragments of the Immortals.
"The tree wants to be quiet, but the wind will not stop. Mister, if you want to be detached from the world and enjoy yourself, I'm afraid it won't be easy," Shen Herong said.
Mister Taiqing smiled, "Since we're here, let's take things as they come."
Shen Herong shook his head, "Mister, you're different from Daoist Shangqing. Daoist Shangqing is already our enemy. Mister, at most, our paths are different and we should go our separate ways."
Mister Taiqing smiled and nodded, "Although I'm not like Daoist Yu Qing, we've known each other for a while. If you're willing to be my guests, I'll always welcome you."
Shen Herong said, "However, other than us, there are other forces like Doushi Academy and Ananda Pure Land that might be involved. To be honest, this started from us, but another part of the reason lies with Daoist Shangqing. He will eventually implicate the two of you."
Mister Taiqing might not be afraid of Daoist Shangqing, Arhat Kongshan, Arhat Ding Lin, and the others. He might not even be afraid of some sixteenth realm experts.
However, Saint Lu was still a problem. There was also Ananda, the Great Bodhisattva.
Mr. Taiqing's expression was calm as he nodded. "I also expected that. I still have to thank the two of you for reminding me."
His gaze landed on Su Po. "Brother Su's body seems to contain the essences of fire, earth, and water. Combined with the sharpness of your Sword Qi, there are four elements in the Five Elements. Could it be that you want to walk the path of transforming the Five Elements, ultimately nurturing the sharpness of metal and improving your sword will?"
Su Poyan said, "It's because of Fifth Brother's help that we have the Divine Wutong Tree and the Mysterious Ice Spirit."
"I see."
Mister Taiqing nodded, "The Divine Wutong Wood possesses the wonders of the fire aspect. With the combination of wood and fire, coupled with the Mysterious Ice Soul and Brother Su's own sword intent, there are indeed four of the five elements.
However, other than the Earth Aspect that we lack now, it would be even better if we could have a treasure that specializes in the Fire Aspect and have the Divine Wutong Wood focus on the Wood Aspect. "
Su Po said, "It would be good if it's perfect. If not, it's fine."
Mister Taiqing clapped and smiled. "Brother Su's words are quite interesting."
He waved his hand in the air and a ball of purple energy suddenly appeared in the air beside him.
Within the purple Qi, a perfectly round black and yellow Spirit Stone appeared.
Feeling the mysterious power concept within, Su Po and Shen Herong's eyes flashed slightly.
"It seems to be the Earth Soul Ore," Shen Herong said, "There is none in the Yan Huang World. I've only heard of it."
Mister Taiqing smiled. "Mister Shen is knowledgeable. This treasure is indeed the Earth Soul Ore."
He waved his hand and the purple energy carried the Earth Soul Ore to Su Po.
"I don't have a suitable Fire Aspect Spiritual Treasure here. However, this Earth Aspect Spiritual Treasure can help Brother Su."
Mister Taiqing said, "Let's not talk about our acquaintance. Take it as my thanks to the two of you for your warning."
Su Po looked at the other deeply.
The other's action showed that it was not that he could not let go of past feelings, but that it was filled with a sense of distance and propriety.
The Grand Indifference was not heartless. Mister Taiqing did not reject them coldly.
However, his attitude was clearly not that of a sworn brother.
"Thank you, Mister Taiqing." Su Po did not refuse and accepted the Earth Soul Ore. "There's no need to mention the warning. If you need it, you're welcome to return to the Yan Huang World."
Mister Taiqing smiled. "If there's a chance in the future, I might go and disturb you."
He thought of Shen Herong. "I also have many questions about the Confucian classics that I would like to ask Mister Shen."
Shen Herong said, "Mister Taiqing is too kind. I'm not good at talking. I'm afraid I'll be the one asking for your advice."
Mister Taiqing smiled. "Mister Shen is too humble."
He looked at Su Po and Shen Herong. "Next, I'm going to give everyone a lecture. If the two of you are interested, you can talk to me. If there are other people from Yan Huang who want to come here, they are also welcome."
Shen Herong replied, "I don't dare to talk to you, but I'm very grateful that you're allowing us to listen."
Mister Taiqing said, "Of course, you can do as you please. However, before the lesson begins, I'll greet another group of guests. Just as the two of you reminded me, Doushi Academy, Ananda Pure Land, and Cihang Pure Land have come."
Shen Herong and Su Po were not surprised.
It was certain that Arhat Ding Lin and the others would find them.
Soon, Yingzhao Chongyang led two monks and a woman to the bamboo forest.
The two monks were Buddhist Arhats. Kongshan was from Cihang Pure Land, and Ding Lin was from Ananda Pure Land.
As for the secular woman, she was a Confucian secondary saint.
"Zhenren Li, I've heard a lot about you."
Qu Yuanwen looked at Mister Taiqing's Confucian high crown and ancient clothes and was a little stunned.
Mister Taiqing smiled, "Perhaps the person Qu Zi is looking for is not me."
Arhat Ding Lin looked at Arhat Kongshan.
Arhat Kongshan frowned and did not speak.
He had never dealt with Daoist Shangqing in person and had only heard about him from Mahaloni and Jinghua.
Without seeing the other party's foundation, he could not judge whether Li Shulou was in disguise or not.
In terms of appearance, the only difference between Daoist Shangqing and Mister Taiqing was their clothes.
Su Po and Shen Herong were now standing beside Mister Taiqing, making the situation look confusing.
However, Mister Taiqing did not beat around the bush, or rather, he did not intend to take the blame for Daoist Shangqing.
"The person you're looking for should be Daoist Shangqing. Please forgive me for not knowing his whereabouts."
"Shangqing … Taiqing …"
Qu Yuanwen's eyes flashed with a hint of understanding and shock, "Daoist Shangqing's cultivation technique actually created three Daoist Heavenly Monarchs?"
Mister Taiqing's expression was calm as usual, "I'm ashamed of my lack of skill."
Qu Yuanwen, Arhat Kongshan, and Arhat Ding Lin looked at each other.
Compared to Zhang Dongyun, Su Po, and Shen Herong, they were even more unprepared for the current situation.
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