Controlling the Five Thunders and the Two Worlds

Chapter 185 Taoist Priest, do you want to experience a different life?

The next day, at the foot of Zhenwu Mountain and in front of Yuxu Palace, tourists thronged the area, and Taoist priests were scattered about.

In the open space of the temple scenic area, a high platform was erected, with the words "Zhenwu Mountain Taoist Culture and Martial Arts Festival" written on the curtain behind it, and many staff members were maintaining order around it.

Behind the stage, several simple sheds were set up as a backstage area, where many Taoist priests were making preparations.

As Gu Zhao brought the two women here, the Five Thunder Token in his sea of ​​consciousness began to vibrate.

Not only did he meet Daoist Qingwei and Daoist Qingyuan, but he also met three of Daoist Qingwei's disciples who had also cultivated internal energy. There were five such disciples from the Sanfeng School alone.

At the same time, two elderly Taoist priests and a middle-aged Taoist priest, who also possessed magical powers, were encouraging their disciples who were preparing to perform on stage.

Master Qingwei took the initiative to introduce the two, and Gu Zhao learned that one of the two old Taoist priests was a senior of the Zhenwu Qingwei School, and the other was an elder of the Zhenwu Longmen School, while the middle-aged Taoist priest who looked very strong was a successor of the Zhenwu Xuanwu School.

Gu Zhao rubbed his hands together. "So many backup options!"

He previously had the Qingcheng Mountain backup warehouse and the Celestial Master's Mansion backup warehouse, and now he has the Zhenwu Mountain backup warehouse.

On the other hand, Master Qingwei invited Master Qingyuan to come down from the mountain and teach disciples at the Zhenwu Mountain Taoist Temple.

Master Qingyuan was in a dilemma, "But I don't know how to teach people!"

“Master Qingyuan has spent his whole life farming,” Gu Zhao said, trying to smooth things over as he approached the two. “Besides farming, all he knows is martial arts. He’s not used to being a teacher or performing in public, is he?”

Master Qingyuan nodded repeatedly, "Yes, yes, yes."

Master Qingwei was somewhat disappointed, but also somewhat impressed. In the end, he respected Master Qingyuan's wishes.

However, Gu Zhao came to the side of Daoist Qingyuan and said in a low voice with a smile, "When you sparred with me yesterday, I saw that you were quite happy. You don't want to have nothing to use after practicing all your life, do you?"

Everyone has mastered the true path of internal energy cultivation, so there's no need for pretense. Master Qingyuan nodded, then shook his head. "Actually, there's nothing to regret. Cultivating skills is also about living a good life. Now that life is good, the goal has been achieved."

……

The martial arts festival went very smoothly.

The opening remarks and performances by various teams included not only Chinese people but also groups of foreigners. In particular, a foreigner who had been practicing at Zhenwu Mountain for many years performed a Taiyi Xuanmen sword dance and seemed to have a deep understanding of its essence.

Taoist priests from various schools performed Taiyi Five Elements Fist, Zhenwu Pure Yang Sword, and of course, the most famous Tai Chi Fist and Sword.

Although there are different sects on Zhenwu Mountain, they are all united under the large organization of Zhenwu Mountain Taoist Association. Except for individual apprenticeships, they are all considered one family, so they live in harmony and have a great atmosphere.

The onlookers were very supportive, applauding and cheering continuously.

Gu Zhao had witnessed the diversity of Zhenwu martial arts. There were dozens of styles of fists, kicks, weapons, light footwork, and hidden weapons just from the performances. Hearing the Taoists chatting backstage, he learned that there were actually many more.

Just then, the Five Thunder Tokens in his mind sent a message from Yun Yang.

"Sect Leader, someone's trying to steal our business."

"What do you mean?"

"A report came from Shanglin County that someone is spreading the Yellow Heaven belief in the county and collecting incense. People who worship the Yellow Heaven God can receive a Yellow Heaven tablet to protect them and ensure their safety."

"Great God Huangtian, Shanglin County..." Gu Zhao thought for a moment, "...is it from Baishi Prefecture?"

“Hehe, not bad, it is indeed Huang Tiantan of Baishi Prefecture.” Yun Yang replied, “Huang Yuan said it was a nest of weasels, and that Huang Tian God is only on par with the Golden Wind God King, his strength is limited.” “You’re getting cocky!” Gu Zhao teased, “The Golden Wind God King has seven or eight hundred years of cultivation and is a force to be reckoned with in Changping Prefecture, and you say it so casually.”

“Aren’t Uncle-Master Yansong and Uncle-Master Yihong here?” Yun Yang chuckled. “And Uncle-Master Mingyu has been smiling a lot lately, I reckon he’s about to break through too.”

"That's good." Gu Zhao nodded, but her expression became serious. "How did you handle it?"

"Master Jingfeng went there personally, executed the messenger, and threw his soul into the Netherworld Hell," Yun Yang said with a click of his tongue. "So, we and Huangtiantan have essentially added each other to our red lists."

“I understand. They were the ones who started this, and we have more than just Huang Tiantan as our enemy in Baishi Prefecture.” Gu Zhao said, glancing at the Taoist priests present.

Although the Daluo Palace has already occupied Changping Prefecture, they still need to replenish their strength due to the threat of the Mo Jiao from Pingjiang Prefecture in the distance and the transgression of Huang Tiantan from Baishi Prefecture in the near future.

His gaze ultimately lingered on Daoist Qingyuan.

"Although you are not the most powerful, you are the one most destined for me." Gu Zhao smiled slightly. "After wasting half a lifetime, the opportunity has finally arrived. I hope you can make Tai Chi Fist and Sword shine brightly in this other world."

……

After the martial arts festival opening ceremony ended, Gu Zhao went up to several Taoist priests who had cultivated internal energy and asked for their contact information. Then he left gracefully with the two women.

"Where did this rich kid come from, blatantly dragging two people along?"

"Shut up!" Master Qingwei scolded. "That's called being dashing and unrestrained."

Everyone:? ? ?
Master Shi Hang nodded, "Fellow Daoist Gu is young and promising, so it's not surprising that he can attract girls."

Master Shi Mao stroked his goatee. “They weren’t being affectionate in broad daylight, so it doesn’t mean they violated public order and good morals.”

Master Shi Yu chuckled, "Fellow Daoist Gu, this is truly your nature!"

Everyone:! ! !
Gu Zhao's ears twitched slightly, and he couldn't help but chuckle. He spent another day with the two women, then saw them off on the high-speed train back to Guangzhou, before returning to Zhenwu Mountain himself.

……

The bright moon hung high in the sky, and the village of Baxianguan was silent. The surrounding snow, which had not yet melted, reflected a silvery white light under the moonlight.

Master Qingyuan suddenly opened his eyes and heard Gu Zhao's voice outside the door, "I apologize for my intrusion, Master."

Master Qingyuan frowned, somewhat wary, and asked, "Fellow Daoist Gu, what brings you here so late at night?"

"I couldn't bear to see you, Daoist, waste your skills in the countryside, so I came to invite you." Gu Zhao pushed open the door and entered. "Please join me, Daoist, to subdue demons and monsters and save the people."

Master Qingyuan frowned, puzzled, and asked, "Is there something you can't say during the day? Why do you have to come at night?"

"Because I only have one spot available for now, I can only come at night. Even if the Taoist priest disagrees, no one will believe me if I tell others," Gu Zhao said with a smile.

"Believe in what?" Master Qingyuan asked.

"Believe me, I can fly." Gu Zhao chuckled, then reached out and pulled, and Master Qingyuan felt himself being pulled away involuntarily. He then rose higher and higher with Gu Zhao, and soon flew into the air.

Gu Zhao turned around and looked at Qingyuan Daoist, whose eyes revealed disbelief and almost a sense of existential unease.

"Master, you have only ever excelled at farming and cultivation. Now that you have spent half your life farming, would you be willing to spend the rest of your life experiencing a different kind of life?"

(End of this chapter)