The concept of a born saint begins with Strange Tales from Liaozhai.

Thinking about it, his gaze turned to the outside of the mass grave in Qingyin County.

The next second, enveloped in strange phenomena, he flew out of the mass grave to search for other ghosts and demons.

Time slowly passed by.

In the blink of an eye, the sky gradually brightened.

In the east wing.

Su Chen sat cross-legged on the bed, studying the breathing technique while glancing at the panel, a look of satisfaction flashing across his face.

[Realm: True Person (18%) 1,848 years of cultivation]

After that night of looting, he successfully accumulated 1,848 years of cultivation.

If it weren't for the difficulty in finding mass burial sites in other counties, he could have improved even more!

Soon, morning arrived.

Su Chen thought for a moment and then walked towards the Zhang family's gate.

Not long after, he saw Wang An and Old Man Wang yawning at the gate.

"Young Master?"

Old Wang and his companion were slightly taken aback.

Su Chen said directly, "If a young scholar comes to you recently, tell him that you know about his situation and that you will help him in the future."

"Also, remember to let me know when this scholar comes."

"Uh..." Hearing the young master's words, the two gatekeepers, Old Man Wang and his companion, were stunned, their eyes filled with confusion, not knowing what the young master meant.

However, since the young master had said so, although they didn't understand, they didn't ask any further questions.

"Yes, young master, I understand," said Old Man Wang.

Su Chen nodded.

Then he turned and left, returning to the east wing to continue studying the breathing techniques.

Time slowly passed.

Soon, the daytime passed, and before we knew it, it was midnight again.

During the day, Ning Caichen did not come looking for him, nor did Su Chen. Instead, they searched for ghosts and monsters on their own during the night.

Soon, another night passed, and dawn broke.

The Zhang family residence.

In the east wing.

[Realm: True Person (26%) 2,680 years of cultivation]

Feeling the radiant magical power emanating from within his body, Su Chen was in a very good mood.

Nearly three thousand years of cultivation!

His cultivation level was so high that he was completely inhuman; the aura he exuded was something that normal people could not withstand.

Of course, Su Chen was not careless either.

Who knows if there are any hidden monsters in Liaozhai? Its cultivation over nearly three thousand years is still somewhat unstable.

At this moment, Su Chen's gaze fell upon the breathing technique.

Breathing exercises (minor success rate 30%)

"It will take a few more days..."

Su Chen murmured.

……

early morning.

Lanruo Temple.

The thin mist had not yet dissipated, and the lingering fragrance remained. The dilapidated palace appeared even more desolate in the morning light.

"Big Beard, I want to save Xiaoqian."

Ning Caichen stood in the courtyard, his voice low but unusually firm.

Yan Chixia was taken aback upon hearing this, then frowned, a look of puzzlement appearing on his face.

He glanced at her sideways. "Scholar, you already know she's a ghost, yet you still want to save her?"

Ning Caichen remained silent for a moment, a look of bewilderment appearing on his face.

His experiences at Lanruo Temple during this period were simply unbelievable.

Even he, who had always refrained from discussing strange phenomena and supernatural beings, had to believe that ghosts truly existed in this world.

After spending some time with Xiaoqian and learning that she was imprisoned and coerced by the Tree Demon Granny, he couldn't help but want to save her.

Ning Caichen nodded firmly.

Seeing his reaction, Yan Chixia was speechless. His face darkened, and he waved his hand impatiently.

"Foolish scholar, that old hag isn't as easy to deal with as you think."

"If you want to save someone, go save them yourself. Don't drag me down with you."

Ning Caichen's expression changed, and he immediately became anxious.

"Yan Daxia, is it really no use? Only you can save her, please..."

Yan Chixia frowned, a hint of hesitation flashing in his eyes.

Just as he was about to retort...

At this moment, Ning Caichen, who was anxiously trying to save Xiaoqian, suddenly thought of something and became absent-minded.

He couldn't help but think of the white-clad boy he had encountered in Guobei County the day before yesterday evening.

"Hey, scholar, what are you daydreaming about?"

Yan Chixia looked puzzled, wondering why the scholar had suddenly become stunned as he spoke.

Chapter 38 The Master of Guobei County?

The faint morning light streamed into Lanruo Temple through the broken windows.

Ning Caichen stood in the light and shadow, his expression momentarily dazed, and said in a low voice, "I remembered something."

Yan Chixia frowned and said, "What is it? At this hour, what have you remembered now, you dull scholar?"

Ning Caichen came to his senses, a look of awe in his eyes, and said, "Before I came to Lanruo Temple to stay, I met a young man in Guobei County."

"He told me that my 'Red Phoenix Star' was in motion, and that I would soon face a calamity."

"I asked him, and he said the time had come, and I would understand naturally. Great Hero Yan, I think I understand now..."

Ning Caichen looked astonished and incredulous.

These bizarre and supernatural things are actually true!

He casually gave a perfunctory reply at the time, not really caring about it and not taking these strange words to heart.

Thinking about it now...

Ning Caichen blushed.

Upon hearing this, Yan Chixia's face showed astonishment, and he murmured, "Guobei County actually has such a master?"

The scholar hadn't even arrived at Lanruo Temple yet, and already his troubles had occurred?

If it were him, he would never have done such a thing. If it weren't for the fact that the scholar had said these words to him, he would have thought that someone was playing a trick on him.

"And then?" Yan Chixia asked curiously.

Ning Caichen hesitated and said, "He said that if I encounter something difficult to handle, I can go to him. I'm thinking, is this considered a difficult situation? Should I go to him?"

"By the way, at that time, there was also an old Taoist priest next to me. He told me that this person's identity was beyond my imagination, and that I should remember his words, because he might save my life someday."

The words were spoken.

Yan Chixia became increasingly puzzled and curious.

His identity was beyond the comprehension of this scholar.

What is this person's identity?

After a moment of curiosity and doubt, Yan Chixia suddenly had an idea and said, "Scholar, then go and call this expert over. When the two of us join forces, we will definitely be able to severely injure and destroy this old hag!"

The more Yan Chixia thought about it, the more confident he became.

He wasn't entirely sure he could defeat the tree demon on his own, but with the addition of the young man Ning Caichen mentioned, they would definitely be able to severely injure the old hag!

Even if things don't go well, you can still get away unscathed!

Ning Caichen's eyes lit up upon hearing this.

He thought so too.

Yan Da Xia alone is ultimately outnumbered and outmatched. More people mean more help. With that young brother, we will definitely be able to defeat Grandma and rescue Xiao Qian!

"Hero Yan, I'm off right now!"

After Ning Caichen finished speaking, he hurriedly packed his things and then ran towards Guobei County.

Seeing his reckless manner, Yan Chixia shook his head with amusement, "This scholar..."

As he muttered to himself, he was also curious about what Ning Caichen meant by "little brother" and whether it could help him deal with that old hag.

……

Time slips away quietly.

In the blink of an eye, more than an hour had passed.

Guobei County, Nanliu Lane, Zhang Family.

After some inquiries and searches, Ning Caichen finally stood in front of the gate of the Zhang family mansion.

He looked up at the magnificent yet secluded house before him, his steps slowing involuntarily, a hint of hesitation and unease creeping into his expression.

At this moment, Old Man Wang and Wang An, who were guarding the door, also noticed the scholar who was standing at the door hesitating.

The two exchanged a glance, and a thought struck them simultaneously, reminding them of the young master's instructions not long ago.

Old Wang stepped forward, his tone gentle yet probing, "Are you here to see my young master?"

"Young Master?"

Ning Caichen was slightly taken aback, but then realized that this must be referring to the young man in white.

He nodded quickly in agreement.

Old Wang smiled and said, "My young master has already given instructions that he knows about your situation and will help you when the time is right."

Upon hearing this, Ning Caichen felt relieved, but also felt a sense of awe.

"I see... Thank you!" He repeatedly bowed and thanked him.

He left with trepidation.

Looking up at the sky, Ning Caichen murmured nervously, "I hope this young man will really come to help me."

After he left.

Old Wang gave Wang An some instructions and then headed towards the east wing.

A moment later, he arrived at the east wing.

"Young Master, the scholar you mentioned has arrived," Old Man Wang said respectfully.

In the east wing, Su Chen opened his eyes and murmured, "Is it finally about to begin...?"

However, he wasn't in a hurry. It was still daytime, and things would start at night.

After seeing Old Man Wang off, Su Chen closed his eyes and continued to study the breathing technique, striving to master it as soon as possible and elevate his comprehension to a level comparable to that of a sage.

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