Zhu Tian: Starting from the Laughing Proud Yue Buqun

Chapter 220 Goodbye Zhang Sanfeng

A month later, Zhang Laodao accepted the invitation and ascended to the summit of Bright Peak.

At the highest peak of Bright Summit, Xu Qing saw Zhang Laodao again, his eyes shining brightly, his divine light restrained.

He stood up to greet him, smiling as he said, "It's been several months since we last met. Brother Zhang, your cultivation has improved even further."

Old Master Zhang still had white hair, wore a light blue Taoist robe, had a ruddy and radiant face, firm skin, and an ethereal aura around him, indicating that his skill had clearly deepened.

He smiled and said, "This old Taoist's progress is nothing compared to Brother Xu's."

Before he finished speaking, Zhang Laodao had already traversed a hundred zhang and arrived in front of Xu Qing.

“Even the Mongol Yuan national preceptor, that great virtuous monk who claimed to be the reincarnation of Buddha, was defeated by Brother Xu. Brother Xu truly deserves the title of the number one person in the world.”

As Zhang Laodao traveled along, he also learned the news that the strongest man in the Mongol Yuan Dynasty had been defeated and killed by Xu Qing.

Zhang Laodao wasn't quite sure about Da De's cultivation level, but his reputation was unmatched throughout the entire Mongol Yuan Dynasty.

Furthermore, his ability to defeat and capture the two Xuanming Elders demonstrates that his strength is certainly no less than that of the Xuanming Elders.

"Brother Zhang's feat of single-handedly annihilating an army of ten thousand is truly admirable."

Xu Qing smiled and waved his hand, and a stone chair flew over, gesturing for him to enter.

Master Zhang sat down with a smile. Both of them were the strongest people in the world and respected each other. Now that they met again, he was extremely happy.

The aroma of tea wafted from the stone table.

Xu Qing and Zhang Laodao brewed tea and discussed philosophy, enjoying a pleasant conversation.

"This terrible era is finally coming to an end in Brother Xu's hands," Zhang Laodao sighed. He had also heard the news of the Mongol Yuan's great defeat.

Soon, this dynasty will be overthrown.

Old Master Zhang was filled with emotion. He had witnessed the decline of the Southern Song Dynasty, personally experienced the rise of the Mongols and their occupation of the Central Plains, and now he was about to see the demise of this dynasty.

The rise and fall of dynasties, the endless cycle of change, gave him a deeper understanding of the laws of nature.

Xu Qing didn't have as many feelings as Zhang Laodao, but she was also happy.

Such a feat of overthrowing a dynasty and establishing a new one would be exhilarating and exciting for anyone.

At the same time, there is also a sense of relaxation for both body and mind.

His desire to overthrow the Mongol Yuan dynasty was also a deep-seated obsession of his original self.

It was also his way of giving back to the Han people of the world after he had gained so much from this world.

Just like in The Smiling, Proud Wanderer, he fulfilled Yue Buqun's obsession and carried forward the Huashan Sect.

In that world, he grew stronger and also gave back to the people of the world, making the Ming Dynasty more prosperous and the people's lives more abundant.

Traveling through the heavens, Xu Qing does not merely seek everything, but also benefits the world to the best of his ability.

This is his path, and he will steadfastly move in this direction.

The two discussed matters of the dynasty for a long time before Zhang Laodao finally got to the point and asked:
"Brother Xu, you invited me here specifically, surely it's not just to share the joy of the impending demise of the Mongol Yuan Dynasty?"

Although the two had not known each other for long, Zhang Laodao was able to understand Xu Qing's personality.

The other person was a cultivator who, like him, pursued the Great Dao.

Xu Qing picked up his teacup, lightly clinked it against Zhang Laodao's, and said with a soft laugh, "I invited you here today because I have a fortuitous opportunity to offer."

"Oh? If Brother Xu calls it an opportunity, then it must be extraordinary!"

Old Zhang looked surprised, put down his teacup, and looked at Xu Qing with some curiosity.

He showed a hint of interest in the opportunity he mentioned.

After all, with Xu Qing's cultivation level, there are few things in the world that can catch his eye.

Of course, this also applies to Zhang Laodao.

"I wonder what the circumstances were?" Old Zhang asked.

Xu Qing smiled mysteriously: "Brother Zhang, have you ever heard of the Free and Unfettered Sect?"

"The Free and Unfettered Sect?" Upon hearing this, Old Zhang carefully searched his memory for this sect, but found no information at all. He shook his head and said, "I know all the major sects in the martial arts world today, but I have never heard of the Free and Unfettered Sect that Brother Xu mentioned."

"Could this Xiaoyao Sect be some kind of hidden sect?" Old Zhang wondered.

There are many martial arts sects, but there are also sects that have never set foot in the martial arts world.

It can be called a reclusive sect.

Old Master Zhang also knew some things, such as the sect from which Yang Guo, the Condor Hero, came from. The Ancient Tomb Sect was also considered a reclusive sect.

Over the years, there has never been any news of a descendant of the Ancient Tomb Sect setting foot in the martial arts world.

It is conceivable that this sect has completely secluded itself in the deep mountains.

"Brother Zhang is right, the Free and Unfettered Sect is indeed a great hidden sect!" Xu Qing nodded.

"However, it was a reclusive sect from more than two hundred years ago. In that era, this sect was extremely powerful, and it wouldn't be an exaggeration to call it the number one secretive sect in the martial arts world," Xu Qing continued.

"A reclusive sect from over two hundred years ago? Does that sect still exist?" Old Zhang asked in surprise.

Xu Qing said, "There is a very high probability that it will disappear into the passage of time."

The Xiaoyao School was already extremely rare and little known during the Northern Song Dynasty.

Then it underwent a major change, and by the Southern Song Dynasty, there was no news of this school at all.

More than two hundred years have passed since then.

Xu Qing deduced that this sect must be completely wiped out.

After all, this sect has very few disciples, and it would perish if anything happened.

"Brother Xu mentioned this sect, could it be that you have made some discovery?" Old Zhang's heart stirred.

Such a reclusive sect must have had a glorious past and an extremely powerful lineage.

Xu Qing mentioned this matter, undoubtedly because he wanted to explore the lineage of this sect.

Xu Qing nodded: "I learned from a place that the Xiaoyao Sect once built the Lingjiu Palace in the Tianshan Mountains, and its legacy remains there."

Brother Zhang, would you be willing to accompany me to seek this opportunity?

Old Master Zhang was somewhat moved. Xu Qing, having received this news, could have gone to explore the ruins of the Xiaoyao Sect and obtain its inheritance on his own.

Yet she still invited him, willing to share this opportunity with him.

What a magnificent sight!
"I, Zhang Sanfeng, am truly blessed to have such a good friend as Brother Xu!"

Old Master Zhang picked up his teacup and offered it to Xu Qing.

"Hahaha, climbing the path of martial arts alone is too lonely. It's much better to have a good friend by your side!" Xu Qing laughed, clinking teacups together.

Old Zhang also laughed heartily, understanding Xu Qing's thoughts, and felt immense respect for him.

The two chatted more and more happily, and eventually even sparred on the mountaintop, discussing martial arts principles.

The battle lasted for several hours before it ended.

In the end, the two stopped fighting amicably and continued to talk and exchange ideas on martial arts.

The outcome was not important to either of them.

The key lies in the exchange of martial arts, and the friendship between the two grows ever stronger.

The two spent ten days and ten nights on the summit during this meeting to discuss philosophy.

Xu Qing also gained a complete understanding of Zhang Laodao's martial arts level and cultivation strength.

Old Master Zhang benefited greatly, and his martial arts skills were improved once again.

Half a month later, the two finally packed up and descended from Bright Peak together, heading towards Tianshan.

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