Fantasy: I, the Great Celestial Venerable of the Dao

He then tucked the chicken leg he was holding further inside, chuckling as he said:

"Hehe, Taoist priest, I'm sorry, I'm sorry!"

Did I bump you? The lobby is so crowded, so very crowded…

Please forgive me, please forgive me!

Dao Xuan took in all his little actions but did not expose his act of stealing chicken legs.

She simply smiled, a smile as gentle and warm as jade.

Yet it carried a power that struck straight to the heart, causing Li Xiaoyao's heart to tighten for no apparent reason.

"It's alright." Dao Xuan's voice was calm and clear, reaching Li Xiaoyao's ears. "Boy, you are destined to meet me."

He paused, his gaze as warm as the gentle sun.

Yet it seemed as if it could see through the skin and understand the essence, scrutinizing Li Xiaoyao from head to toe.

"Would you be willing to renounce worldly life, become my disciple, and follow me in cultivating the path to immortality and the way of carefree existence?"

Li Xiaoyao's heart skipped a beat.

These days, he dreams of leaving this place and seeing the outside world.

Could this person before me be the immortal cultivator mentioned by the storyteller?

Don't miss out!

Without hesitation, Li Xiaoyao knelt down with a thud and kowtowed three times.

"This humble one, Li Xiaoyao, humbly requests that you accept me as your disciple, senior!"

A flicker of surprise crossed Dao Xuan's eyes, quickly turning into admiration. "Do you even know who I am before daring to become my disciple?"

"The senior has an extraordinary demeanor and must be a highly accomplished person."

Although I am of limited knowledge, I understand the principle that opportunities are fleeting.

Li Xiaoyao raised his head, his gaze resolute.

Dao Xuan pondered for a moment, then finally nodded:

"Very well, it is fate that we are connected. From this day forward, you will be my disciple."

Li Xiaoyao was overjoyed and kowtowed three more times: "Disciple greets Master!"

And so, Dao Xuan led Li Xiaoyao to the guest room. After closing the door, the room seemed to be isolated from the outside world, and even the sound disappeared.

"Xiaoyao," Dao Xuan said slowly, "this name is quite evocative."

"Thank you for the compliment, Master." Li Xiaoyao grinned, unable to hide his pride.

"Now that you have entered my school, you must abide by the rules."

Dao Xuan's expression turned serious. "Today, I will pass on our sect's techniques to you."

Li Xiaoyao was overjoyed, but dared not ask any more questions, and simply nodded respectfully.

Dao Xuan briefly explained the sect rules, such as that the cultivation techniques must not be passed on to outsiders.

Then, pointing his fingers like a sword, a silvery-white light instantly entered Li Xiaoyao's brow.

Li Xiaoyao felt a sudden boom in his mind.

Countless pieces of information flooded in like a tidal wave: the cultivation method of "Taiji Xuanqing Dao," the basic sword techniques of Qingyun Sect, sword control techniques...

These profound insights seemed to be innate, deeply imprinted in his memory.

He knelt down again, his voice trembling, "Disciple thanks Master for imparting his skills!"

Dao Xuan nodded slightly: "Remember, those who cultivate should take chivalry as their foundation."

If one day you take advantage of your strength to bully the weak and do evil.

"I will personally cripple your cultivation and take your life!"

The sound, though soft, resonated like thunder in Li Xiaoyao's heart. He quickly assured him:

"Master, rest assured, if I do anything evil, may I be struck by lightning!"

Before Dao Xuan, Li Xiaoyao felt all his cleverness vanish without a trace, leaving only the purest awe.

"Get up." Dao Xuan's expression softened.

Li Xiaoyao stood up in response and stood with his hands at his sides.

Dao Xuan pondered for a moment and said, "Now that you have entered the sect, you should go to the sect to cultivate."

However, I have important matters to attend to, so you must go on your own.

"Yes, Master!" Li Xiaoyao was about to ask about the location of the sect when Dao Xuan interrupted him.

"Enough, you haven't cultivated yet, this journey will be difficult."

Dao Xuan changed the subject, "Concentrate your mind and calm your spirit, recall the first level of the cultivation technique."

Li Xiaoyao dared not be negligent. He immediately closed his eyes and concentrated, and the method of the first level of the Taiji Xuanqing Dao clearly appeared in his mind.

Just then, Dao Xuan pointed a finger at his brow.

A warm current of energy flowed into his body and circulated along specific meridians.

After repeating it three times, Li Xiaoyao had completely memorized the energy circulation route.

Suddenly, Dao Xuan let out a soft exclamation, his face showing surprise.

He discovered wisps of pure spiritual energy within Li Xiaoyao's body, which also carried a faint aura of water.

Dao Xuan's thoughts stirred slightly, and his gaze fell on a blue bead worn by Li Xiaoyao at his waist.

"Water Spirit Orb?"

A sudden realization flashed in the Taoist's eyes, "No wonder you have such pure water elemental power within you."

This spiritual pearl has been cleansing and strengthening your meridians for many years, laying a solid foundation for your health.

Only then did Li Xiaoyao realize that the bead he had worn since childhood was such a rare treasure.

After an incense stick has burned.

With the help of Dao Dao Xuan, Li Xiaoyao has actually succeeded in cultivating the first level of the Taiji Xuanqing Dao.

Such speed even moved Dao Xuan.

Upon learning of the Water Spirit Orb's preciousness, Li Xiaoyao unhesitatingly took the orb and presented it with both hands:

"This disciple wishes to offer this pearl to Master as a token of my acceptance into the master's school."

Dao Xuan was taken aback. He had indeed come to find treasures, but taking away his disciple's opportunity was against his principles.

However, after Li Xiaoyao's repeated insistence, the Taoist finally accepted the Water Spirit Orb.

"This item is indeed useful to me, so please keep it with me for the time being."

You can retrieve it anytime you need it in the future.

"Master is joking. If I give it to you, it's yours." Li Xiaoyao waved his hand dismissively.

Dao Xuan said no more and put away the Water Spirit Orb.

"Now that you have entered the sect, it is time for your teacher to leave."

Remember, the sect is called Qingyun Sect. Go there yourself after you reach the third level of cultivation.

No sooner had he finished speaking than Dao Xuan was already outside the door.

The next moment, he transformed into a streak of azure light and soared into the sky, disappearing into the horizon in an instant.

Li Xiaoyao then realized what was happening and hurriedly chased after him outside, shouting to the sky, "Master! You haven't told your disciple your name yet!"

"Your master is Daoxuan."

Four words rang in his ears without warning.

Before he could recover, another warning came: "Unless it is a matter of life and death, you must not mention my name."

The sound faded away, and the inn was completely silent.

"A god!" someone shouted, and the entire inn erupted in chaos.

Li Xiaoyao stood frozen in place, only those four words echoing in his mind.

Dao Xuan!

He recalled the storyteller's description of the number one person in the world, the leader of the righteous path, and the head of the Qingyun Sect!

"My...my master is Dao Xuan?" Li Xiaoyao felt dizzy and completely stunned.

After leaving Hangzhou, Daoxuan flew straight east.

Now that we have the Water Spirit Orb, the next step is to find the Fire Spirit Orb.

If water and fire can be harmonized, it will greatly benefit his spiritual practice.

According to his deductions, the Fire Spirit Orb should be related to the Fire Qilin of the Southern Frontier.

The fire qilin is very likely located near the Nuwa Temple.

Before that, however, he wanted to meet another person who was destined to be with Nuwa.

Several hours later, a sea shrouded in mist appeared before Dao Xuan's eyes.

He did some quick calculations and confirmed that this was indeed the location of Immortal Spirit Island.

The island's protective array was useless to Dao Xuan, who silently passed through the mist.

I set foot on this island.

Upon arriving on the island, Dao Xuan felt a pure spiritual energy wash over him.