A top star in the Chinese entertainment industry, but also a Taoist priest.

Sun Yi arrived even faster than she had predicted.

Chen Shouyi had just returned from the backyard and had been standing at the mountain gate for a few minutes when he saw a taxi huffing and puffing as it climbed up the winding mountain road and came to a stop at the mountain gate.

As soon as the car door opened, two woven bags came out first, followed by several bulging plastic bags, and finally a tall girl in a white T-shirt climbed out of the passenger seat.

Sun Yi was already tall, and when he stood next to the taxi, he carried a woven bag in one hand and a plastic bag in the other, looking completely effortless.

She has a very pleasing, sweet appearance. When she smiles, her eyes curve into two crescent moons, and she has a shallow dimple on her left cheek.

Looking at her face alone, anyone would think she's a cute and cuddly girl.

But then, she casually tossed two heavy woven bags over her shoulder and strode towards the mountain gate.

Chen Shouyi stood at the door, looking at the scene, and subconsciously felt it was a bit ridiculous.

A girl from Northeast China with a smile that could melt anyone's heart was carrying large bags and small packages, rushing toward the mountain gate as if she were moving house. The contrast was truly striking.

Sun Yi walked over, put the things down on the ground, smoothed his wind-blown hair, and gave Chen Shouyi a big smile, his voice clear and crisp:

"Master Daoist! It's been a long time!"

Chen Shouyi nodded to her: "May the Heavenly Venerable grant you boundless blessings, Benefactor Sun."

The system notification sounded in my head.

[Daoist affinity sensing module triggered - A person with compatible Daoist affinity detected]

[A Person with a Fate to the Dao: Sun Yi]

[Compatibility: 82%]

[Spiritual Root Aptitude: Low-grade Profound Level]

[Destiny: Sweet and Lively]

[Affinity and Compatibility: Naturally genuine with an infectious smile, possessing a certain degree of compatibility with the host's Daoist lineage, but with an unsettled Daoist heart and a shallow affinity.]

[Recommendation: Bind.]

Chen Shouyi paused slightly.

If he remembers correctly, Sun Yi should be getting married to Dong Zijian soon.

This can be bound?

Although this woman has a preordained marriage, this marriage will eventually end, so binding her to a preordained destiny in advance does not pose a problem. Furthermore, her current marriage has not yet truly begun and does not constitute a moral obstacle.

Chen Shouyi chuckled to himself.

This system used the same excuse as Nazha last time, so it seems to have always had the same attitude towards time-sensitive marriages.

However, he didn't intend to let it go. An 82% compatibility score was still a bonus, and the great cause of reviving the Taoist tradition couldn't afford for him to be picky.

"Binding".

"Master!" Sun Yiyi's smile widened instantly upon seeing Chen Shouyi. "Come and lend a hand! This thing is incredibly heavy, let me tell you!"

Chen Shouyi stood up and walked over to take the largest woven bag from her hand. He weighed it in his hand; it was indeed quite heavy.

"Benefactor Sun, are you moving house or here to offer incense?"

"What moving?!" Sun Yi shook his hands, which were red from being squeezed by the bags, and let out a long sigh.

"These are all things I brought for you! I came yesterday but it wasn't there. Your little apprentice said you were coming back today, so I made this trip again."

She unloaded the items and placed them on the stone table, then began to rummage through the contents:

"This is ginseng, my dad had someone bring it from Changbai Mountain. It's good for making soup or soaking in wine. This is deer antler, just two slices, I'm saving it for you to nourish your body. And this—"

Chen Shouyi pressed down on her hand as she reached for something: "Benefactor Sun, that's enough, you have quite a lot of things."

"Don't mention it, Daoist Master!" Sun Yi laughed particularly readily.

"You were so right about what to bring me, so I'll bring some local specialties. Besides, you can't visit someone empty-handed, can you?"

Chen Shouyi smiled at her matter-of-fact expression; this was indeed the style of a girl from Northeast China.

Sun Yi then took out a bulging red envelope from his bag and went straight to the donation box in the main hall, throwing it in.

After throwing it away, she scratched her head and smiled a little embarrassedly: "My pay wasn't much. After buying my mom a mink coat, I didn't have much left. Please don't think it's too little, Taoist priest."

Chen Shouyi waved his hand: "It's all about helping out of kindness, no matter how much. It's enough that Benefactor Sun has the heart to do so."

The amount of money he received for incense offerings ranged from a few dollars to tens of thousands of dollars, and he never judged sincerity based on the amount.

Besides, this girl brought a bunch of local specialties all the way from Northeast China, and she came specifically to fulfill a vow; her sentiments are already very thoughtful.

Chen Shouyi poured her a cup of tea and pushed it towards her, saying, "Sit down."

Sun Yi sat down at the stone table, picked up his teacup, and gulped down half of it without any restraint.

After finishing his drink, he wiped his mouth with the back of his hand, looked Chen Shouyi up and down several times, and suddenly blurted out:

"But to be honest, when Ruoyun told me you went to film a movie, I thought he was joking. I never expected that someone as lazy as you would become an actor."

Chen Shouyi remained unfazed, picked up his teacup and took a sip: "It's just the patriarch's guidance to enter the world and cultivate."

"Entering the world to cultivate oneself?" Sun Yi blinked, then burst into laughter. "Well, your entry into the world is quite thorough! But to be honest, I think you're really suited to be an actor."

"Why do you think so, Benefactor Sun?"

"Look at you, you have a good image, your voice is distinctive, and you're memorable just by standing there."

Especially the tone of your voice, it's very distinctive. What the industry lacks right now is people with a unique style, and someone like you is more likely to become popular.

She got more and more excited as she spoke: "When you become famous, don't forget to put in a good word for me!"

Chen Shouyi put down his teacup: "Benefactor Sun, there's no need to worry. Your next play will be quite good."

Sun Yi was taken aback: "Do you know what role I took?"

"Mr. Zhang mentioned it a few times on set," Chen Shouyi said.

"Oh right," Sun Yi realized and laughed.

"He's quick-witted. So, what do you think of the movie 'Migratory Birds', Master? To be honest, this is my first time playing the female lead, and I'm under a lot of pressure."

She put away her smile and became more serious when she said this. After all, it's normal for a newcomer to take on such a big responsibility to feel uncertain.

Chen Shouyi glanced at her: "Since Benefactor Sun has come to fulfill her vow, what I said back then must have come true. Heaven rewards those who do good deeds, and this play will certainly help your career development."

Sun Yi's eyes lit up: "Really?"

"Monks do not lie."

"Really? Then I'm relieved. Actually, I think the script is pretty good, but I'm just worried that I won't be able to pull it off."

Chen Shouyi hummed in agreement. He knew that the response to the show after it aired was indeed good, and the character of Li Li had made more people remember Sun Yi.

He glanced at Sun Yi and thought she was ambitious and proactive, but sometimes she was too impatient and wanted to grasp everything, which made it easy for her to get herself into trouble.

After thinking for a moment, he said, "The play is good and will help you rise in rank."

After listening, Sun Yi nodded thoughtfully, then leaned forward to probe further:

"Master, do you have any other suggestions? For example, besides those related to your career—"

Chen Shouyi looked at her. This girl was twenty-two years old this year and had only been in the industry for a short time. She still had that drive and confusion in her.

"Benefactor Sun," Chen Shouyi placed a teacup on the stone table, "I'd like to add a word."

No matter what happens in the future, good or bad, you need to know clearly what you want. You have a bright future; some things are meant to be yours, and you should let go of what isn't.

Sun Yi tilted his head: "Daoist Master, did you see something? Is it about what will happen in the future?"

"I was just saying it casually."

"Tch." Sun Yi clearly didn't believe it, but didn't press the matter. Instead, he laughed. "Alright, I'm used to you always speaking in half-finished sentences."

Chen Shouyi smiled slightly: "Everything is predestined."

Sun Yi was silent for a moment, as if pondering his words, then nodded seriously:

"I understand, thank you, Taoist Master."

After she finished speaking, she decisively extended her hand, palm up, and winked at Chen Shouyi:

"Master, could you give me something that's been blessed? A talisman or something will do, something that can protect me."