Mixed in the heavens, merits and virtues become immortals

Chapter 351 Bai Suzhen has arrived!
February 19th is the birthday of Guanyin Bodhisattva.

Mount Emei.

A white light appeared, and among the pilgrims climbing the mountain, there was a woman in white with her hair piled high in a bun and a dignified demeanor. She followed the mountain path, bowing every three steps and kowtowing every five steps. Among the many pilgrims, few were so devout. Some pilgrims followed suit, while others stood by and made way. When it came time to offer incense, for some reason, the woman in white took the first offering.

As the incense was lit, Mount Emei was bathed in pure light. The woman in white, seeing this, knew it was the inconceivable power of the Bodhisattva, illuminating all worlds in the ten directions, and temporarily alleviating the suffering of sentient beings.

"Who is kneeling here, and what do they want?"

Guanyin Bodhisattva responded to every call and saved all living beings. Her divine power reached an inconceivable level, and her wondrous and spiritual words appeared in the mind of the woman in white.

"Please allow me to speak, Your Excellency."

The woman in white held incense and clasped her hands together, sincerely reporting, "Bai Suzhen from the foot of Qingcheng Mountain, has cultivated this body in the cave for a thousand years. With a single-minded devotion to the Tao and no distracting thoughts, I have taken refuge in the Three Jewels and abandoned the mortal world. I beseech the Bodhisattva to enlighten me and guide me, Suzhen, out of the mundane world."

Guanyin Bodhisattva lowered her compassionate eyes, knowing all the past, and frowned as if she had something difficult to understand. She said, "You still owe a deep affection to the human world, which is difficult to fulfill."

Bai Suzhen's eyes sparkled as she thought of 1,700 years ago. She pursed her lips and said, "A thousand years have passed, and in this vast sea of ​​people, how can I repay this debt of gratitude?"

Upon hearing this, Guanyin Bodhisattva gave guidance, saying, "The twenty-second day is the Flower Festival. On Baojia Mountain, the flowers are like a tide. Those who are destined to meet will travel a thousand miles to meet. Old friends rein in their horses and mount their saddles."

After Bai Suzhen devoutly bowed, she saw that the Bodhisattva's form was no longer there. After much deliberation, she made a hand gesture, rode on a cloud, left Emei, and headed towards Hangzhou.

Midway through their journey, they suddenly saw auspicious light swirling around them, and hundreds of flowers fluttering in the air. Looking up, Bai Suzhen saw a cloud of white light and purple mist. After a moment's thought, she knew who this person was. She quickly bowed and greeted the Hundred Flower Fairy, saying, "Bai Suzhen, a disciple of the Old Mother of Lishan, greets the Hundred Flower Fairy."

The clouds suddenly stopped, and the light faded.

The Fairy of a Hundred Flowers revealed her unparalleled beauty, her eyes scanning Bai Suzhen as she said, "The Old Mother of Lishan is the Primordial Yin Goddess, the Doumu Yuanjun, the mother of all the stars of the Big Dipper. Her merits extend to the Three Realms, and her virtues benefit all living beings. What ability do you have to be able to cultivate under her tutelage?"

Bai Suzhen looked ashamed and said, "The Holy Mother is so compassionate and virtuous that I am fortunate enough to be among her disciples."

The Flower Fairy scrutinized her closely and said, "The Holy Mother is mysterious and unpredictable. She does not do things without a reason. Perhaps you have other good fortune to offer, who knows?"

Upon hearing that Bai Suzhen was a disciple of the Old Mother of Lishan, the Fairy of a Hundred Flowers did not display any divine arrogance. Instead, upon hearing that Bai Suzhen was going to Hangzhou, she gladly agreed to accompany her.

"The Flower Festival in the human world is your festival, Fairy."

Bai Suzhen spoke gently, saying, "These 12th, 15th, 22nd, and 25th days, though different in the north and south, are all due to the same reason."

The Flower Fairy smiled slightly and said, "It was just an excuse because the flowers were in full bloom that day, and people were out enjoying themselves."

The two chatted idly and before they knew it, they had arrived in Hangzhou on a cloud.

The spring air in Hangzhou is now warm and harmonious, flowers are in full bloom, and carriages and horses are coming and going, making it very lively. The two women are standing on the clouds and are observing the scenery when suddenly a pure mist rises from the clouds. The Flower Fairy looks over, smiles, and says, "Old Tree Granny, you still know to come and pick me up."

The old tree bowed and said warmly, "Since the fairy is coming, I dare not refuse to welcome her."

As they spoke, the three of them vanished from their forms, descended from the clouds, and slowly floated over Hangzhou. They observed the scenery of Hangzhou at that moment. Ever since Zhao Gou brought the court here, the city had been changing every day and every year, with people gathering and the place becoming increasingly novel.

Before they knew it, they had arrived at West Lake. Looking at the colorful boats and painted barges, the lively music and debauchery, the old woman pointed at West Lake and said to herself, "Even Jinmingchi in Tokyo is no better than this."

Jinming Pond was the royal garden of Bianliang.

Upon hearing this, the Fairy of a Hundred Flowers scoffed and said, "I am so happy here that I don't miss Bian."

The old tree smiled and said, "We are immortals who have transcended the mortal world, why should we think about such mundane matters?" As they spoke, the three of them turned back by the West Lake. Amidst the drifting clouds, the Flower Fairy saw ethereal energy and the fragrance of a hundred flowers ahead, which she found strange.

"Ahead is Tongren Hall," the old tree said. "There, a person with a natural Daoist physique and a devout believer was born. Not long ago, he was led by the Maoshan Sect, received a certificate, and was listed in the register of gods. Then, he was blessed by the gods..." The old tree briefly described Gu Qing's situation and said, "We all think highly of him."

"I see."

The Flower Fairy nodded and said, "Then let's go see him."

Amidst these voices, red and purple light enveloped the main courtyard.

Gu Qing was pruning and trimming the flowers when she suddenly noticed a different fragrance. Turning around, she saw three more people in the courtyard. The one in the lead was the Fairy of a Hundred Flowers, with her hair styled in a flowing cloud-like pattern and dressed in white and red. She was as noble and graceful as a peony, as proud and resilient as a plum blossom, as pure and steadfast as a lotus, and as gentle and unassuming as an orchid...

Gu Qing knew many women, each with a different temperament, but at this moment, all kinds of temperaments could be seen in the Hundred Flower Fairy. She was truly the most beautiful among all the beauties, and the first female fairy from the heavenly realm that Gu Qing knew.

"I have met the Fairy of a Hundred Flowers."

When Gu Qing bowed, she still had the scissors she used to trim the flower branches in her hand.

February 20th was supposed to be the day, but February 19th arrived instead, leaving Gu Qing a little unprepared.

The Flower Fairy covered her mouth and chuckled, nodded to Gu Qing, looked around at the various flowers in the courtyard, strolled leisurely, and asked, "Judging from the flower branches you cut, you seem to know a lot about flowers."

"I dare not show off in front of the fairy."

Gu Qing put down the scissors and said, "I have indeed studied books on bouquets."

Wu Yazi of the Xiaoyao Sect is good at growing flowers, and one of his disciples is Shi Qingfeng, who is obsessed with flowers. Lu Miaozi in The Twin Dragons of the Tang Dynasty is good at garden art. The little old man in Lu Xiaofeng, Wang Lianhua's Lianhua Baojian, and Wuhen Gongzi in The World's Number One are all knowledgeable in this field.

These past accumulations, after being unearthed in the world of Jade Dynasty, are now being put to use one by one.

"You've learned well."

The Flower Fairy praised.

Gu Qing was delighted upon hearing this, and at this moment looked at the two behind him, whom the Fairy of a Hundred Flowers introduced.

"This is Bai Suzhen, a disciple of the Old Mother of Lishan. Although she has not yet ascended to immortality, she will sooner or later become a member of our sect."

After introducing the Tree Woman, the Flower Fairy introduced Bai Suzhen to Gu Qing.

Gu Qing was taken aback upon hearing this and looked at the woman in white behind him. Perhaps it was because the Fairy of a Hundred Flowers was too shrewd, or perhaps the woman in white was intentionally restraining herself, but Gu Qing did not notice her beauty when he was not paying attention to her. However, once he looked at her, he saw that she was dignified yet alluring, her smile was reserved, and her eyes showed a hint of deep affection.

She's here...

"Are you running this pharmacy all by yourself?"

"The Fairy of a Hundred Flowers asked."

"Replying to the fairy."

Gu Qing quickly said, "I have another apprentice named Xu Xian. He is honest and kind and is treating patients in the front yard. However, there are snakes and insects in the back yard, which my apprentice both hates and is afraid of, so he rarely comes in."

Gu Qing seized the opportunity to sow discord between Xu Xian and Xu Xian.

Bai Suzhen pursed her lips slightly.

(End of this chapter)