Great Red Immortal Sect

Chapter 9 Birthday Congratulations
It rarely rained in Luoqing, and the sky began to clear up.

Chen Weiyuan's birthday finally arrived. Qing Wei was the only one invited to Dachiguan. After Xu Xuan offered incense, he placed the [Earth Mother's Mercy Pearl] in a green wooden treasure box and prepared to leave.

Coming out of the Juzhen Palace and going down the stairs, he saw Wen Sian waiting there already.

She stood under the green pine trees, wearing a goose yellow dress with gold thread. The sunlight was sparse and her figure was difficult to see clearly.

"Senior brother."

This shout brought Xu Xuan back to many years ago, when he was young and was listening to lectures and practicing martial arts outside the Juzhen Palace. After he finished his practice and took a rest, he saw Wen Si'an waiting under a pine tree, fiddling with the flowers and plants on the ground. When Xu Xuan was free, he came forward with a smile and also called him "Senior Brother".

Seeing that Xu Xuan was a little absent-minded, Wen Sian took the initiative to step forward. She was younger than Xu Xuan, and she leaned forward slightly, raising her bright face slightly, revealing her white neck.

She held a robe in her hand and said hesitantly:
"Brother, you can change into this robe left by Master to enhance your power."

Xu Xuan came back to his senses and looked at the robe in Wen Sian's hand that Wen Fufeng had worn in the past. It was still dark black, but painted with patterns of red sparrows and fire clouds, a scene of naked immortals. It felt warm to the touch, and not tainted by the mundane world.

It was one of the relics left by Wen Fufeng, the [Danque], the ancestral robe of the head of the Dachi Temple. Although it was only a top-grade Qi training robe, it was of extraordinary significance. It was passed down from Shu and the styles of other robes in the temple were all modeled after this one.

"How did you take this out?"

Xu Xuan was a little puzzled. After Wen Fufeng passed away, this robe was placed deep in the Cunsi Hall. Xu Xuan and Wen Sian took it out occasionally, but they just looked at it and regarded it as a treasure.

"If you don't use something, it's useless. Brother, you're the head of the sect now, so naturally you can wear it."

Before Xu Xuan could say anything else, Wen Sian had already spread out the robe and said softly:
"I'll help you change."

Although he was at the fifth level of Qi Refining and getting dressed was just a matter of thought, Xu Xuan still let Wen Si'an help him change. Her slender hands thoughtfully helped him tidy up his clothes.

"It fits perfectly."

Xu Xuan took two steps. The robe, which had the ability to change its shape, naturally fit his body shape.

Wen Sian smiled slightly. It was a smile that Xu Xuan hadn't seen in many years. It was very kind.

"I'm leaving now. Take care, Si'an."

Xu Xuan calculated the time and it was time to set off, so he said goodbye and left on a cloud.

Wen Sian walked to the steps in front of the Juzhen Hall and sat down, not knowing what he was thinking. He looked at the blue bricks under his feet, on which he seemed to vaguely recognize traces of Xu Xuan's training in the past.
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"It's a pity that it's just sword energy, but fortunately it's just sword energy."

This was the first sentence Chen Weiyuan said when he met Xu Xuan when he came to the temple to mourn.

These words lingered in Xu Xuan's mind. Every time he held [Hengguang], he felt that these words had a hidden meaning, hanging over his heart like a dark cloud.

Sword energy is rare in a hundred years, let alone sword intent?
At least one must have a clear mind, no worries, and clear thoughts, then there will be some chance of enlightenment.

Wen Fufeng is a true Taoist priest. Xu Xuan knows that he cannot reach his level. In Xu Xuan's view, the sword in his hand is just a weapon, used to guard the mountain gate, kill demons and kill enemies, that's all.

He rode a cloud out of the mountain gate and could faintly hear the sound of gold and iron being forged at Dangyun Peak. It was Senior Brother Wang refining weapons.

This sound has been ringing since his master passed away, almost without stopping. The heavy rumbling sound seems to be chasing him all the time, causing waves of burning pain on his back.

It was quite a distance from Luoqing to the Chen family in Dajingyuan. Xu Xuan rode the cloud as fast as he could, but it took him quite a while.

He used the secret technique of the temple, [Seeing Clouds and Running to the Sun], a second-grade technique of riding clouds and controlling wind, which was unique in Qingwei.

Seeing that they were about to reach the Chen family, Xu Xuan descended from the sky and walked on foot to show his respect.

The Chen family's gate is located on a low hill. The spiritual energy there is richer, far better than Luo Qing's. If Xu Xuan practices here, he feels that he can progress much faster.

As Xu Xuan arrived at the foot of the mountain, he saw a sea of cultivators from various sects and schools walking along the road to celebrate his birthday. "Brother Xu is here, please come in quickly."

A woman in gold clothes smiled brightly, looking radiant and noble. When she saw Xu Xuan coming, her eyes lit up and she came straight over to greet him.

"But Xiyue, I haven't seen you for a long time."

Xu Xuan thought about it and recognized the person in front of him. It was Chen Xiyue, the direct descendant of the Chen family and the granddaughter of Chen Weiyuan.

"Now I see you. I heard that brother was coming, so I waited here specially. I haven't seen you for a long time, and I'm really worried."

When Chen Xiyue was young, she went to Dachi Temple to practice martial arts and was taught by Xu Xuan. The two had a good relationship when they were young. Unexpectedly, after not seeing each other for many years, her attitude became more intimate, showing some coquettish and naive look, which made Xu Xuan a little unsure how to deal with it.

Going up along the road, you can see river pearls, amber and colors everywhere, golden horses shining, and jade chickens shining, too many to mention. It is truly a scene of a fairyland.

"As expected of an immortal clan that has produced a true immortal, even if their momentum isn't as strong as before, their foundation is far superior to mine." Xu Xuan secretly compared things in his mind.

After entering the main hall, he heard congratulations one after another, and all kinds of spiritual objects and magical instruments were coming in an endless stream, which made Xu Xuan a little frightened. He probably had never seen as many foundation-building objects in his life as he had today.

An old man in black clothes was sitting in the main seat. He was very old, with white hair and beard, but his back was still straight, like a green pine on the cliff. It was Chen Weiyuan. He actually showed up on his own initiative and seemed to be fine, which made Xu Xuan feel relieved.

"Da Chi Guan, I present you with a [Mother Earth's Merciful Pearl], wishing you great success in your studies and the swift attainment of the Immortal Scroll."

When it was Xu Xuan's turn, he stepped forward respectfully, bowed, and presented the [Mother Earth's Merciful Pearl], lowering his head and looking submissive, not daring to make any extra movements.

The old man sitting on the seat suddenly moved and looked at Xu Xuan's face. A pressure like Mount Tai pressing down on his head came over him. Xu Xuan just silently gathered his energy and stood still without shaking at all.

Chen Weiyuan finally spoke his first words of the day. His voice was steady and profound, and he sighed with emotion:
"Xu Xuan, how come you age so quickly?"

After saying that, he waved his hand and asked Chen Xiyue to take Xu Xuan down and sit down at the banquet table.

'Old?'

Xu Xuan is only middle-aged. According to the two hundred years of Qi training, he is still in the prime of his life. However, he has been exhausted in recent years. The old age on his face cannot be concealed, and his temples are a little gray due to worry.

"Brother, you've become the head of a sect, but you've neglected your own appearance. When you drew your sword on Tianqing Peak, you were full of youthful vigor!"

Chen Xiyue looked at Xu Xuan's face, which had changed a lot, as if she was trying to recognize the man who flew on the sword in the clouds back then. It seemed that he was hiding between Xu Xuan's eyebrows, but was buried deeply.

"Master Shou, why bother saying this? When I break through the foundation building stage, at worst I will transform into a young man and come to see you."

Xu Xuan comforted him, saying that his seat was located at the edge and there were few people around. Chen Xiyue had something to do after drinking a few glasses with him and had to leave, so he just advised him to drink more.

He was drinking cup after cup of spirit wine, feeling quiet, when he suddenly noticed someone sitting next to him.

Wearing green clothes and wearing a feather fan, he is so handsome and elegant, who else could it be but Liu Qiuci?
"Fellow Daoist, you are so lucky. Chen Xiyue is a legitimate daughter, and there are very few people who are valued by her."

"Let's talk business, don't talk about this."

Xu Xuan was too lazy to explain anything. He just filled the wine glass in front of Liu Qiuci and handed it to him, which made the young man in blue look embarrassed.

"For this birthday celebration, the master has prepared a good thing as a lucky charm. I wonder if Brother Xu is interested."

"what?"

Liu Qiuci came over stealthily and whispered:
"Foundation Pill."

　There will be another update in the evening

　　
　
(End of this chapter)