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Chapter 586 I'll drink first as a sign of respect! (2nd update)
Those who were familiar with Yunran were also somewhat bewildered by what was happening before their eyes.

Daoist Qingmu's tone was somewhat uncertain: "Fellow Daoist Yun's opening ceremony is indeed quite unique, but isn't it a bit too much..."

What he really wanted to say was, "Isn't this making things a bit too mysterious?"

There were already so many people who felt envious, jealous, and resentful towards Yun Ran.

This mountain opening ceremony has left everyone stunned, isn't this just asking for more hatred?

It goes without saying that after today, the topic of Yunran and Qingfeng Temple will definitely be at the top level in the Xuanmen.

While eating, Abbot Jiechen burst out laughing upon hearing Qingmu Daoren's words.

"You've always been so cautious. Young people these days don't like old-fashioned people like us who crave stability!"

He actually thought Yun Ran did a good job with the opening ceremony; only mediocre and incompetent people would try to hide things.

Given Yun Ran's personality, she'd be fine as long as others didn't provoke her.

If anyone dares to provoke her, she will not only fight back, but also call on her friends to make a big scene, causing the other party to suffer and lose face.

How can you expect someone like that to keep a low profile?

Qingmu Daoren immediately recalled Yunran's personality, and then gave a helpless smile. Yes, Yunran was not the same kind of person as them.

Putting aside his worries about Yunran, Daoist Qingmu changed the subject: "Tell me, what about the bell tolling and the chanting just now..."

Some things don't need to be said so clearly; those who understand will naturally understand.

People at their level naturally have no problem recognizing good things.

The sound of the bell and the chanting just now, though seemingly unremarkable, were able to affect their inner energy.

Qingmu Daoren clearly felt that the hidden injuries in his body were showing signs of improvement because of these two voices.

Abbot Jiechen immediately put down what he was holding, and the smile on his face gradually disappeared.

"Are you suspecting that there is a special Daoist essence within the sound of these bells and chants?"

Master Qingmu nodded. When he was young, he had heard his grandmaster say that some magical artifacts had been nurtured in a special way.

The sound it makes has a miraculous effect on healing injuries, even those caused by qi deviation.

However, he was young at the time and just listened to it without paying attention. In the many years that followed, he never heard of such a thing again.

Now, he was actually feeling that special Daoist essence here at Qingfeng Temple.

Abbot Jiechen subtly scanned his surroundings; despite his advanced age, his eyesight remained remarkably sharp.

He could clearly see the reactions of many people around him.

Very few people can sense this profound Daoist essence; their number would not exceed ten.

Abbot Jiechen then withdrew his gaze: "Yun Ran dares to expose herself, so naturally she's not worried about these things. I just wonder if the others who discovered this will lose their minds!"

Good things are something everyone wants. If these people, because of their hidden injuries, come to Yun Ran for help and offer her all sorts of treasures, there might be hope.

But if they were to directly attack Yunran, it would likely cause another major problem.

As for Yunran, the sacrificial ceremony had ended, and she returned to her rest room, continuing to act as a hands-off manager. Gu Yuan, on the other hand, was so busy he didn't have time to ask Yunran about what had happened before.

Ginseng Fruit brought Yun Ran a cup of water: "Host, the Primordial Bell has been exposed. We won't be staying here often anymore. Aren't you afraid someone will steal it?"

Yunran slowly took a sip of water and then recovered.

Even though she only made a brief appearance, she shouldn't be that tired.

In fact, the previous sacrificial ceremony, with the Hunyuan Bell ringing in every corner, the response from countless living beings, and the echo from the Heavenly Dao, were all supported by the Dao lineage within Yun Ran.

This is hard work, and right now, Yunran feels like all the bones in her body are about to fall apart.

"This Hunyuan Bell is one of the treasures of Qingfeng Temple. It only started to pay some attention to me after I succeeded to the position of young master."

As for the others, ha! Forget about stealing the Primordial Bell; I'd be surprised if they even got close to it!

This Hunyuan Bell was a treasure bestowed upon us by the ascension patriarch of Qingfeng Temple, and it has a very high standard!
"I'm exhausted right now, I need to rest for a while. You keep an eye on things from here on out!"

Seeing the undisguised weariness in Yun Ran's eyes, Ren Shenguo's face also showed a hint of heartache.

"Host, you should rest well. Leave the rest to me."

Ginseng Fruit left Yunran's rest room. Six of the paper figures stayed at the door to guard it, while the others followed Ginseng Fruit away.

Those outside watched as the child who had been standing with Yunran came out and took on the role of 'master'.

This left many people puzzled, as logically, this was Yun Ran's turn to shine.

Even if there's something incredibly important, it should be postponed until later.

Someone couldn't help but ask, "Where is Abbot Yun? It's such an important event as the opening ceremony, why hasn't she come out yet? I wanted to personally congratulate Abbot Yun."

Ginseng Fruit remained calm, glancing at the speaker. He knew that the person didn't genuinely want to congratulate him, but merely wanted to inquire about the host's affairs.

“I am the eldest disciple of Qingfeng Temple, Ginseng Fruit. My master is not feeling well, so I will take over the rest of the work on her behalf.”

As he spoke, Ginseng Fruit picked up the juice handed to him by the waiter next to him: "Thank you all for attending the opening ceremony of Qingfeng Temple. I'll drink this first as a sign of my respect!"

Everyone:...

Good heavens, they've really witnessed something they'd never see in their entire lives today!

However, considering the previous news that Yunran was possessed by resentment, no one would be so tactless as to insist that Yunran come out to accept their congratulations at this time.

Not to mention, Gu Yuan was standing not far behind this little brat.

They're not stupid; why would they pick on a child at a time like this?

Everyone could only smooth things over with themselves, then laughed it off and started eating and drinking.

However, Yunran's absence seems to further confirm that Yunran's life is nearing its end.

Those who felt bitter and jealous once again suppressed these emotions and happily chatted with the people around them.

Only a few people seemed to be joining in the joyful eating and drinking, but their eyes were fixed on the clock tower not far away.