If you don't give up, I'd like to be your adoptive father.

Chapter 1324 Ideal
The widow with a strange expression said, "The Miss Lü you mentioned, Taoist priest, could she be the wife of Liu Ji from Sishui Pavilion in Pei County?"

Wu Yazi exclaimed in surprise, "That's right, it's her. When did the old lady meet Lü Zhi?"

The widow said, "I've never met Madam Lü in person, but I've met Liu Tingzhang three or four times!"

The first time he came to our house, he said he was running errands nearby and just happened to be passing by, so he came to see Juan'er.

Juan'er was fishing in the lake at the time and didn't come back.

Moreover, Juan'er's reputation as a "dragon-slaying hero" came later; outsiders didn't know Juan'er.

Judging from his glib tongue and the fact that he was accompanied by a few thugs, I didn't think he was a good person and didn't want to pay any attention to him.

But he was very respectful to me, and even said he was looking for his 'junior brother'.

I asked him who his junior brother was, and he grinned and said that he had also studied under Master Wuyazi.

I was both surprised and even more wary.

Even Juan'er's second uncle didn't know the Taoist priest!

Liu Ji then explained to me that when the Taoist priest took Juan'er to gather qi at Zhaoyang Lake, they encountered the Lü family and even greeted his wife, Lü Shi.

That day, the old Taoist Wuyazi led Xi Juan to the Lü family's caravan where Guan Huchen was located, and directly introduced Xi Juan as his disciple. After Lü Zhi married Liu Ji, she told Liu Ji about this matter.

It's unclear whether Liu Ji was genuinely in Teng County on business and stopped by to see his "junior brother," or whether he came specifically to curry favor with Xi Juan and then took care of his business in Teng County.

Judging from Xi Juan and Widow Di's current attitudes toward Liu Ji, they seem to be getting along quite well.

Wu Yazi said, "Wasn't it to overcome the Heavenly Tribulation that I parted from my wife and Juan'er that day?"
I met Liu Ji in Pei County, and we hit it off quite well. He also had a very good destiny.

They borrowed the fates of 108 heroes from Pei County to set up a formation to counteract the power of heavenly lightning.

After introducing his relationship with Liu Ji, Wu Yazi added, "When I helped Juan'er propose marriage to Lord Lü, Liu Ji hadn't even met Miss Lü yet."

When Lord Lü refused me that day, the matter was considered completely settled.

"I'm only telling the old lady about this now; there's no need to let Juan'er know, lest he be embarrassed."

The widow nodded slowly and said, "Miss Lü is already married, so this matter really shouldn't be brought up again."

After a pause, she pondered for a moment and then said, "Juan'er himself has very high requirements for his wife. First, she must be an exceptionally beautiful woman; second, she must be exceptionally talented and able to study and discuss philosophy with him; and finally, she must be filial."

After saying that, she felt embarrassed. "That's a bit too much to ask. How could such a wonderful woman marry him?"

If Xi Juan weren't his disciple, Wu Yazi would also think he was too arrogant, too young and impetuous, and didn't know what was good for him.

Xi Juan is her apprentice, and this relationship enhances Xi Juan's status, not to mention the fact that.

Because she was her apprentice, she understood Xi Juan's talent and potential better than anyone else, and knew how many supernatural powers and secret techniques Xi Juan had learned from her.

Wu Yazi used the "Treasure Sharing Cliff" to reward the 108 heroes of Pei County, and each hero could learn at most one secret technique or supernatural power.

When Wu Yazi was passing on his teachings to Xi Juan, there was no limit to the number of times he could teach her. He passed on all kinds of supernatural powers and immortal techniques that he could teach and learn.

Wu Yazi imparted almost all of his skills to him.

At most, he didn't learn what Xi Juan didn't like or what wasn't suitable for him.

Fortunately, Wu Yazi took Xi Juan as his disciple before Xiao Yu became Grand Tutor Yu. Otherwise, she would have felt very uneasy: as the Grand Tutor of Qin, how could she have taught such a disciple who rebelled against Qin? How many Qin soldiers would she have to kill on the battlefield in the future?

She is now at ease.

Wu Yazi, this "small account", was created before "Grand Tutor Yu".

At that time, she had no connection with the Qin Dynasty.

Last night, she only tested Xi Juan on general principles and taught him the "Book of Sages and Worthies by Grand Tutor Yu," without directly teaching him Taoist magic or supernatural powers.

Before stepping down as "Grand Tutor Yu," she would no longer teach Xi Juan the methods of warfare.

At most, he might offer some pointers on certain "side hustles," such as medical secrets or dream manipulation techniques.

Even if Xi Juan received the inheritance from "Wu Ya Zi" instead of the more powerful "Yu Tai Shi", his current level of cultivation and talent were enough to qualify him to make demands on his wife.

"My disciple Wu Yazi only hopes to marry a beautiful and considerate girl. This is not a high request at all. It is a very realistic and simple idea."

Madam, please continue to keep an eye out for suitable girls for him.

"I will also choose a 'perfect match' for him, guaranteeing that he will get married within a year," Wu Yazi said.

She herself didn't actually have many connections. "Grand Tutor Yu" had come into contact with many noble ladies and fairies, and since none of them showed any desire to get married, she was qualified to determine their fates.

But she can find the "Number One Matchmaker in the Three Realms": the Old Man of the Moon in the Heavenly Palace!
She then asked someone for help, inviting the Old Man of the Moon to the Epang Palace, where he was treated to celestial wine and fruits, urging him to quickly help Xi Juan "connect the lovers from afar."

By using the matchmaker's back door, you're guaranteed to find your "perfect match."

"With the Taoist priest's help, I can finally rest easy." Widow Di was both moved and happy, and quickly stood up to bow and express her gratitude.

After confirming Xi Juan's marriage, the two talked about what had happened since they parted ways.

It was mainly the widow at the bottom who kept rambling on and on.

Her second brother was a constable in Teng County, and his nephews were all successful. Juan'er got along well with them. They admired Juan'er's martial arts skills, and Juan'er even taught them a few moves.
Overall, Xi Juan and her son are doing quite well in Teng County.

Although Xi Juan refused the invitations from the Xianyang court and the prefectural government, and held no official position, he earned the nickname "Zhaoyang Lake Dragon Slayer" in Teng County based on his reputation as a "Dragon Slayer Hero," making him a well-known hero in the martial arts world.

Well, given his title of "Dragon Slayer," the fact that he can still be active and lively in Zhaoyang Lake for so long speaks volumes about his extraordinary abilities.

He had no shortage of food and clothing and was highly respected by the people. His second uncle's family were normal people. Without any troublesome relatives causing him any distress, he lived a very carefree life.

Of course, as long as Xi Juan is mentally sound and he himself is not an idiot, with the skills and knowledge he learned from Wu Yazi, there is no way he could have a bad life.

Xi Juan did get along well with the children from his second maternal uncle's family.

Even though she was going to Mangdang Mountain to seek immortality, Xi Juan didn't hide it from her second uncle's family.

His second uncle was not at home at the time. He had been conscripted to Pengcheng, a neighboring city, as a "cavalry captain" to besiege Chen Sheng's troops left in Sishui County.

His elder cousin, Di Rong, went to Xianyang at the beginning of the year and joined the Qin Imperial Guard. Now, he has been transferred to Hanzhong by Ying Ziying, the governor of Xianyang, to work with the army in Hanzhong's land reclamation efforts.

Only my second cousin, Di Hua, remained at home in Teng County.

The father and his two sons were scattered across the country, perhaps never to be separated again. In fact, the widow and her second brother were separated in the same way. The widow lived on the edge of Daluze, thousands of miles from Teng County.

My second uncle and eldest cousin are not home. My second cousin, Di Hua, and Xi Juan have decided to set off together for Mangdang Mountain this morning.

While Wu Yazi was still chatting with Widow Di inside the house, Di Hua, dressed in a smart short-sleeved outfit, arrived carrying a backpack and using his light-footed skills.

Xi Juan and he whispered to each other outside until Widow Di came out.

Afterwards, Di Hua cautiously entered the house and bowed three times and kowtowed nine times to the old Taoist Wu Yazi, wishing he could shout loudly, "Master, please accept me as your disciple!" Wu Yazi did not accept him, but only hinted to Xi Juan that he could teach Di Hua some techniques and secret arts based on his situation.

Previously, Xi Juan only instructed her cousin on the moves and did not dare to pass on any supernatural powers or secret techniques.

The group had a sumptuous lunch at the Xi family's house, then bid farewell to Widow Di and set off for Mangdang Mountain.

"You two wouldn't just brazenly enter Mangdang Mountain, or even trespass into the Ape Lord's Immortal Abode, would you?"

After wading across Zhaoyang Lake, Wu Yazi turned his head and looked at the two young men.

Xi Juan's heart skipped a beat, and she asked, "Teacher, do you mean we should change our appearance and not let outsiders know our original identities? But I need to find Brother Ji, and I can't hide my identity!"

Wu Yazi said, "You've had your share of 'adventures in the martial world' before."

You made an appearance at the Zelong Palace Water Mansion on the mainland and even received benefits from Yu Fengxian.

Fortunately, the guests at the meeting were all distinguished and prominent figures.

They are well-mannered and of good character; they neither covet your treasures nor deliberately spread your information.

In the Zhang River, you killed a crocodile dragon. Although it took a long time, the imperial court finally found you.

Now that you are not hiding your identity, if you obtain a few 'Heavenly Divine Techniques' in the Immortal Abode...

Guess what you, your mother, and your aunt will experience?

Xi Juan paused for a moment, her expression turning serious, and said, "Then shall we not go find Brother Ji?"

Wu Yazi said, "One thing at a time. It's one thing to seek out Liu Ji to reminisce about the past. It's another thing to stumble upon a celestial encounter at the Ape Lord's Immortal Abode."

There's no need to put these two things together.

If Liu Ji is destined to be with the Immortal Abode, he will know on his own without you notifying him; if he is not destined, even if you bring him to the gates of the Immortal Abode, he will still gain nothing.

Xi Juan nodded and said, "My teacher taught me the secret method to change one's appearance and aura, but my cousin doesn't know it."

Moreover, the disciple's secret techniques are not mastered; they can only fool ordinary people.

Wu Yazi glanced at the two of them and said, "Do not resist. I will help you transform."

She reached out and touched Xi Juan and Di Hua's foreheads. A flash of divine light appeared on their bodies, and the two young men dressed as wandering swordsmen instantly transformed into two middle-aged Taoist priests.

Not only has its appearance changed, but its physique and even its weather have also changed drastically.

The two looked at each other, both seeing novelty and shock in each other's eyes.

They couldn't resist reaching out and pinching each other's noses and cheeks again.

"How amazing! It looks exactly like the real thing. It's not an illusion at all."

Wu Yazi stroked his beard and smiled, saying, "It was true all along. If I hadn't turned you back, you would have lived your whole lives in this form."

Today, the "Eight-Nine Mysterious Techniques" obtained from the Jihe Water Palace have been fully mastered.

The first chapter has nine major challenges. The eighth level, "Easy to Develop," is completed, and the body and skin are transformed into "Primordial Qi," which can change on its own. After "Easy to Shape" is completed, items that are tainted by one's own aura can also return to their original form as "Primordial Qi," which can be changed at will.

In other words, once the "Transformation" is perfected, it can also transform "external objects".

Clothing and accessories are external things, and a living, breathing disciple like Xi Juan can also be considered an external thing.

For a mortal like Di Hua, once he did not initially resist and accepted her aura, he would be solidified into a certain form and would never be able to break free from the transformation technique for the rest of his life.

Xi Juan could, through cultivation, raise her cultivation level to be close to that of Wu Yazi at this moment, and forcibly break free from the influence of "immortal energy".

"Teacher, what kind of magic is this? You've never taught me this before!"

The middle-aged, plump Taoist priest Xi Juan was both expectant and dissatisfied.

Wu Yazi sighed, "Didn't I tell you about the Heavenly Rules of 'leaking the Heavenly Way' and 'closing the Heavenly Way'?"
If it is a law I created myself, and I don't mind the struggle for the Great Dao, then I can ignore this kind of heavenly rule to a certain extent.

But your master, I also learned the 'Earthly Fiend Transformation Method' from another great immortal.

The deadline for revealing the Heavenly Dao has not yet passed, so no one can learn this method anymore.

If you can't do it, no one else can either.

Moreover, she only has the right to cultivate, how dare she spread the Dharma indiscriminately?
"I see." Xi Juan understood and calmed down.

Wu Yazi, leading two Taoist priests and a young Taoist boy, walked westward as he said, "The method of Earthly Fiend Transformation is a 'life-preserving method' prepared by those who wish to live long and prolong their lives in order to adapt to the changes in the world."

If one cannot become an immortal and attain longevity, then learning such a technique will only result in a fighting ability.

You are not lacking in supernatural powers now, but you have only learned many secret techniques without mastering their essence.

Further study of the combat techniques of the Earthly Fiend Transformations would still be superficial and lack depth, failing to reach my level. It would be like illusion, truly meaningless.

Xi Juan said, "This disciple never intended to use this method in combat, but I really like this kind of changeable technique."

Wu Yazi pondered for a moment and said, "Twenty years later, when the world is at peace and you have realized your dream of 'bestowing titles and privileges upon your wife and children,' and are far removed from the court and the martial world, I will specially design a set of Earthly Fiend Transformation Methods for you."

"Thank you, Master!" Xi Juan expressed her gratitude first, then hesitated and said, "Once the war is over and the world is at peace, it seems even more useless to have learned this technique."

"Within the next twenty years, you will not be able to cultivate your current internal strength and supernatural abilities to a high level."

"I will teach you the method of Earthly Fiend Transformation, but you will not be able to practice it or use it," Wu Yazi said.

Di Hua finally couldn't hold back any longer and said, "If I learn the immortal arts, I'll just go into the mountains with the Daoist to cultivate. Why would I need to get a wife and children?"

After saying that, he looked at Wuyazi with longing eyes.

Wu Yazi sighed, “You do have some wisdom, but unfortunately you lack the bones and blessings of an immortal. Instead of going into the mountains to cultivate the Tao, you should stay in the mortal world and seek a lifetime of glory and wealth.”

If you accumulate good deeds in this life, you will be blessed in the next.

Di Hua did not condense the Human Immortal Core, but the reason he did not condense the Core was because his talent was too poor, and he had just broken through from the Inner Force Realm to the True Qi Realm.

In Western Shu, he could barely be considered a "True Yuan Master" or a "Hero of the Jianghu"; in the Central Plains, he was basically just a lackey.

Xi Juan sighed, "Does my cousin think I'm stupid? I've already condensed the Human Immortal Core, I had no choice!"

Rather than wasting my life in the mountains, I'd rather strive in the mortal world, for my mother, for my deceased father and uncle, and for my Xi family to earn a legacy that will last for generations. The legacy may not last forever, but the reputation can.

I want the name 'Xi Juan' to be written into history and remembered for eternity!

Thus, this could be considered an extraordinary feat of longevity.

Wu Yazi gave him an approving look, "Juan'er, you have such a magnanimous spirit and a broad mind! I hope you will remember this ideal, and that you will be remembered for eternity. You must be determined to follow the right path!"

(End of this chapter)