The Smiling, Proud Wanderer, becoming a disciple of Yue Buqun

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"Grandmaster Uncle, your grand-disciple wants to bring Awei to see you."

Linghu Chong said.

"I've wanted to bring Awei for a long time, but she was too young and weak before, so her mother wouldn't allow it. That's why I'm bringing her now."

"Secondly, the disciple wants his grandmaster uncle to go down the mountain with him."

Linghu Chong said sincerely, "Grandmaster Uncle is getting old and lives alone in the back mountain. I am really worried about him."

Upon hearing this, Feng Qingyang's expression softened, and he glanced at him.

"Was it Yue Buqun who sent you?"

Linghu Chong couldn't hide his surprise and asked in astonishment.

"Grand Uncle, how did you know?"

Before leaving, Yue Buqun did indeed hint at it to him. Although Linghu Chong was surprised that Yue Buqun knew about Feng Qingyang's existence, Yue Buqun had already hinted at it, and he was indeed worried that Feng Qingyang would be left without anyone to take care of him. He had tried to persuade Feng Qingyang many times before, but Feng Qingyang had always refused. This time, in order to persuade Feng Qingyang, Linghu Chong also brought Xiao Zhaowei with him.

Linghu Chong was surprised that Feng Qingyang had also guessed that Yue Buqun had sent him.

Feng Qingyang smiled but remained silent.

He has already shown himself in front of Jiang Ning, so Yue Buqun must know of his existence. What's so strange about that?

"Chong'er, your grandmaster is very pleased that you have this intention."

Feng Qingyang did not explain, but simply said...

"But Grand Uncle is used to peace and quiet, so he won't..."

Linghu Chong patted his daughter's back and whispered the same familiar words.

"Awei, try to persuade Grand Tutor Uncle."

Although Xiao Zhaowei didn't understand the situation, when Linghu Chong spoke, she ran over and grabbed Feng Qingyang's hand.

"Grand Uncle, let's go."

After being gently held by Xiao Zhaowei's hand, Feng Qingyang was unable to say anything more.

After a long time.

Feng Qingyang let out a long sigh.

"Ok."

Feng Qingyang finally agreed and went down the mountain with Linghu Chong, but Feng Qingyang requested beforehand that his identity not be exposed, so they settled down at the foot of Mount Hua.

Upon learning that Feng Qingyang had descended the mountain, Jiang Ning went to see him. After exchanging a few words, Jiang Ning finally descended the mountain as well.

The sweeping away of the demons has begun.

Chapter 809: Heaven

Huashan.

"Our Huashan Sect has been established for over two hundred years, and has always taken it upon itself to eliminate demons and protect the righteous path. From now on, once you join the Huashan Sect, you must remember to practice diligently, not to be lazy, and not to do anything wrong, cause trouble, or violate the rules and reputation of the Huashan Sect. Anyone who violates these rules will not be let off lightly!"

Huashan Martial Arts Training Ground.

Yue Buqun looked at the dozens of children in front of him and said in a deep voice.

"Yes."

Dozens of children bowed respectfully.

The group was surrounded by Huashan disciples who were watching.

"It's been a long time since I've seen Master personally explain the rules of the sect to newly initiated Huashan disciples."

Lu Dayou sighed from the side.

Shu Qi, who was standing to the other side, nodded.

"Yes, it's been more than ten years, hasn't it?"

"Speaking of which, Master must be almost eighty years old now, right? How come he still doesn't look old?"

Tao Jun asked curiously.

Twelve years have passed since Yue Buqun and Ning Zhongze last went down the mountain for a trip. Yue Buqun only returned last year. Now, Yue Buqun is nearly eighty years old. Apart from his full head of white hair, his face doesn't seem to have changed much.

"Master's divine skills have long been perfected, so what's so strange about his ageless appearance?"

After Ying Bailu finished speaking, he asked in bewilderment.

"But twelve years have passed, why hasn't the sect leader returned yet?"

Twelve years have passed. Yue Buqun, who went down the mountain for a trip, has returned, but Jiang Ning has not yet returned, leaving all the Huashan disciples wondering when he will come back.

Although Jiang Ning did not return to Mount Hua, they continued to hear legends about him throughout the martial arts world.

For the past twelve years, Jiang Ning has traveled all over the land. Wherever he goes, it is as if the might of heaven descends. The remaining evil and heretical sects have suffered devastating blows. Countless people of the evil path have died at Jiang Ning's hands. In addition, wherever Jiang Ning goes, he will sweep through the local bandit strongholds. Even the high-ranking officials who oppress the people have died at Jiang Ning's hands.

The high-ranking officials sent memorials to the capital one after another, trying to impeach Jiang Ning, but to no avail. Not long after, the officials who impeached Jiang Ning were approached by Wang Zhi. Under the pressure of Jiang Ning and the imperial power, the official and gentry group had no choice but to bow their heads.

Over the past twelve years, under Jiangning's sweeping crackdown, evil spirits and heretics have suffered heavy casualties, and almost all the survivors have disappeared into the mountains. Even the high-ranking officials and nobles have no way to deal with Jiangning and are all afraid of him. Those who have not committed crimes are restrained from bullying the common people, and those who have committed crimes are taken to the yamen by their families and asked to be severely punished. No one dares to protect them in the slightest.

During these twelve years, Jiang Ning's sweeping campaign cleared away all obstacles for the local people. To express their gratitude, every household worshipped Jiang Ning as a god and set up a shrine for him in their homes.

Jiang Ning's actions have made him a legend throughout the martial arts world and among the common people, even though the disciples of Mount Hua haven't seen him for so long.

One of the legends even became extremely widespread and had a great influence.

"Two years ago, Prince Ning rebelled and gathered an army of 100,000 to overthrow the Ming Dynasty. The court was extremely anxious, fearing that the Ming Dynasty would be torn apart as a result. Later, I heard that the sect leader went directly to Nanchang Prefecture, captured Prince Ning alive among the 100,000 troops, and escorted him to the capital. The 100,000 troops collapsed without a fight. I don't know if it's true or not."

"A disciple of Mount Hua said."

Another Huashan disciple immediately spoke up.

"It must be true. The sect leader is the only terrestrial immortal in the world. His methods are no different from those of an immortal. Let alone a mere 100,000 troops, even a million troops, the sect leader can come and go as he pleases."

None of them had witnessed it with their own eyes, but none of them doubted the legend.

Over these twelve years, Jiang Ning's prestige, both in the martial arts world and among the common people, has reached an unparalleled level.

"I wonder when the sect leader will return."

Lu Dayou sighed.

Their sect leader loved going down the mountain when he was young, and now that he's the sect leader, he still goes down the mountain. He's been gone for twelve years, and these Huashan disciples are like the disciples who stay behind.

"The master is back!"

"The master is back!"

While everyone was lamenting that Jiang Ning hadn't returned to Mount Hua for twelve years, Mount Hua disciples in the distance ran and shouted excitedly.

"The sect leader is back?"

Upon hearing this, Lu Dayou and the others were overjoyed. Yue Buqun, who was at the training ground, was also delighted. He told the newly initiated children to rest first and then headed down the mountain himself.

As soon as he arrived at the foot of the mountain, Yue Buqun noticed a group of Huashan disciples bowing and greeting him.

"Meet the leader."

All the Huashan disciples bowed respectfully to the figure in front of them.

"Ning'er!"

Upon seeing that familiar figure, Yue Buqun's eyes lit up with joy.

"Master."

Upon seeing Yue Buqun, Jiang Ning smiled and then appeared in front of him in a flash.

Yue Buqun looked Jiang Ning up and down, his eyes filled with amazement.

Twelve years have passed, but Jiang Ning's face has not changed at all. It is as if time has not left any trace on his face, and he still looks like he is in his early twenties.

"Ning'er, you're finally back."

Yue Buqun sighed.

"Master, long time no see."

Jiang Ning also laughed.

"Will you come down the mountain again this time?"

Yue Buqun asked curiously.

Jiang Ning nodded.

"Yes, but I will stay on Mount Hua for a while."

Upon hearing this, Yue Buqun nodded without saying anything.

Knowing that you're going home is enough.

"Let's go, it's been so long, your teacher's wife must miss you too."

Yue Buqun laughed.

"it is good."

Jiang Ning nodded.

The master and his apprentice then went up the mountain.

On the way up the mountain, Yue Buqun glanced at his disciples from time to time and noticed that Jiang Ning had changed.

Jiang Ning, who previously seemed poised to ascend to the celestial realm and detached from worldly affairs, now appeared to have undergone a change in demeanor.

Jiang Ning now seems like an ordinary person, with a touch of everyday life, but he is even more unfathomable to Yue Buqun.

Yue Buqun, noticing the changes in Jiang Ning, realized that Jiang Ning's state of mind had probably taken a step further.

Before long, Yue Buqun and Jiang Ning arrived at their residence. At that time, Ning Zhongze was teaching fifteen-year-old Linghu Zhaowei swordsmanship, with Linghu Chong and his wife beside them.

"Hey!"

"what!"

Fifteen-year-old Linghu Zhaoxiao practiced his sword with a serious expression, occasionally letting out "hey ha" sounds, looking very focused. However, when he turned his head and saw Yue Buqun, he excitedly sheathed his sword and shouted.

"Grandpa!"

Linghu Zhaowei immediately ran towards Yue Buqun.

Upon seeing his granddaughter, Yue Buqun smiled and nodded.

"Ah."

Linghu Chong and his wife, along with Ning Zhongze, also saw Yue Buqun and Jiang Ning beside him, and their eyes lit up with surprise.

"Ning'er!"

"Junior brother!"

The group then headed towards Jiangning.

"Junior brother, long time no see."

Linghu Chong smiled broadly when he saw Jiang Ning.

"Senior brother, long time no see."

Jiang Ning also smiled.

Linghu Zhaowei watched Jiang Ning curiously from the side.

Is this her sect leader uncle?

He doesn't look much older than her.

While the adults were chatting, Ning Zhongze left with Linghu Zhaowei, leaving Jiang Ning, Yue Buqun, and Linghu Chong behind.

"Your great-uncle passed away last year."

Yue Buqun suddenly said.

Since he last hinted to Linghu Chong to persuade Feng Qingyang to retire and enjoy his old age, Feng Qingyang passed away last year due to the end of his lifespan.