This is the true immortal of the Taoist sect.

Seeing that Wang Qingdu still wanted his children to become his disciples, Li Daoxuan smiled and said:

"Have you thought this through? You won't learn any advanced martial arts from me. Aren't you afraid that your two children will waste their time?"

Scholar Wang's expression was firm, and he respectfully said:

"What Mr. Wang values ​​most is your character. The fact that you were able to set aside your grudges and lend a helping hand to my Wang family shows that you are a virtuous and noble person."

"As the saying goes, a person's character is elevated when they associate with virtuous people. It is a blessing for these two children to be able to stay by their teacher's side."

"Even if they don't learn martial arts, they will definitely be good in the future."

"I humbly request that you accept my son and daughter."

Li Daoxuan gave Wang Qingdu a deep look. He knew that this scholar was now settling for second best, hoping to establish a good relationship with him through his children since he couldn't learn martial arts.

Judging from the strength he demonstrated in the past few days, this is definitely not a losing proposition.

However, Li Daoxuan still did not agree immediately, but looked at Wang Yangming and Wang Jingshu and said:

"And what about you yourselves? What are your plans?"

Before Wang Yangming could speak, Wang Jingshu bluntly stated:

"I'm willing. I think you are a very capable person. Even if I don't learn martial arts, it doesn't matter. It would definitely be a good thing to be your disciple."

These straightforward words made Li Daoxuan burst into laughter. This girl wasn't stupid, and what was even more commendable was that she didn't hide her true thoughts, which was excellent.

Li Daoxuan looked at Wang Yangming and said:

"And you? Speak boldly, don't be afraid, no one can force you."

Wang Yangming glanced at his father; he could feel the warning look in his father's eyes.

But he still mustered his courage and said:

"Then... if I become your student, will I still be able to continue my studies?"

Before he could finish speaking, Wang Qingdu was so angry that he slapped him on the back of the head and cursed:

"Read books, read books, you bookworm..."

Li Daoxuan, however, did not take it to heart and nodded with a smile:

"Reading and understanding principles is naturally a wonderful thing, so why would I stop you?"

Upon hearing this, Wang Yangming immediately felt relieved and respectfully cupped his hands in greeting, saying:

"Alright, I am willing to become your disciple and take you as my teacher. I will have no regrets in this life."

Li Daoxuan smiled and waved his hand, saying:

"You're still young, don't keep talking about your whole life."

He then said to Wang Qingdu:

"I will accept these two disciples, and I will also accept those things as their apprenticeship gifts."

Wang Qingdu was overjoyed and immediately pulled the two children to kowtow.

Li Daoxuan waved his hand and said:

"No rush, you can go back first and come back tomorrow."

Wang Qingdu was extremely grateful. He bowed almost every step of the way and respectfully led the two children out of the courtyard.

All the gold, silver and precious jewels were left behind.

After Wang Qingdu's family left, Qingfeng began to move things, but for some reason, he felt no excitement when looking at the gold and silver.

By the time I finished my work, it was already noon.

Qingfeng hurriedly prepared lunch. After eating, just as he was about to clear the dishes, Li Daoxuan suddenly stopped him and asked:

"Qingfeng, don't you think the master shouldn't have accepted them?"

Qingfeng was taken aback, and hurriedly said:

"No, no, no, Qingfeng wouldn't dare. It's the master's right to decide who to take as a disciple. Qingfeng wouldn't dare to interrupt."

Li Daoxuan laughed and said:

"You might not dare to say it, but you still don't quite understand, right?"

Qingfeng lowered his head and remained silent, his face flushed, his eyes filled with fear.

Li Daoxuan did not blame him, but said gently:

"Because of Master Luo's matter, you've labeled Scholar Wang and the entire Wang family as heartless and cruel, haven't you?"

Qingfeng raised his head and met Li Daoxuan's eyes.

They couldn't bring themselves to explain themselves.

Li Daoxuan patted his arm with a smile.

"It's okay, there's no need to feel ashamed of being true to yourself."

"It's normal for you to have this thought, because you're the one who was robbed and beaten. You suffered so much, don't you even have the right to complain or hold a grudge? There's no such logic in this world!"

Qingfeng stared blankly at Li Daoxuan, his lips slightly parted. He felt as if these words were a warm current, making his heart ache – he had never heard such words before.

As people at the bottom of society, they are already blessed to be alive, so how could they dare to have so many thoughts?

But hearing what you said, it seems that even if he has many ideas... it's okay? He has that right?

Li Daoxuan patiently explained:

"However, what I want to tell you is that things in this world are never just one-sided."

"Before we make a judgment about a person, the first thing we should do is to eliminate personal emotions."

"Only by letting go of personal emotions can we see details that we wouldn't normally see."

"Take that Scholar Wang for example, his bodyguard Master Luo is really too much of a bully, and he himself is suspected of protecting him."

"But there's a saying, 'Relatives should cover for each other.' It's like if I offended someone and they came to my door demanding an explanation, whose side would you take?"

Qingfeng immediately replied without hesitation:

"Naturally, it's on your side, sir..."

Qingfeng was stunned as soon as he finished speaking.

Li Daoxuan smiled and nodded, saying:

"That's exactly the point. Master Luo has been guarding the Wang family's house for over twenty years. Do you think Scholar Wang should side with him or with you?"

Qingfeng lowered his head silently, not daring to reply.

"If Wang Juren could be so rational as to disregard the friendship of more than 20 years and stand entirely on the side of etiquette and morality, then he would be a truly terrifying person."

"The fact that he was able to protect Master Luo shows that he still has humanity and emotions."

"After you were bullied that day, didn't I ask you a lot of questions about Scholar Wang? I also asked you to verify with the neighbors."

"In the end, we learned that although Wang Juren was extremely wealthy, and at least 30% of the farmers in Anyi County were tenant farmers of the Wang family, the Wang family never seemed to have ever abused their power to bully others."

"It is said that in early spring this year, the Luoying River flooded, and it was the Wang family that provided money and supplies to help their neighbors and build river embankments."

"A gentleman judges by deeds, not by intentions. Regardless of what kind of despicable things Wang Juren might have done behind the scenes, he has at least done many genuine good deeds."

"This already surpasses the wealth of most rich and noble families in the world."

Qingfeng lowered his head in shame and said in a muffled voice:

"I was wrong, I shouldn't have viewed the Wang family that way."

Li Daoxuan smiled, then his expression slowly turned serious, and he said quietly:

"Of course, that's not the only reason I took in his two children."

"In summary, it all comes down to two words—cause and effect."

"Your conflict with Master Luo is the cause, and my taking you there to vent my anger is the effect."

"The reason why the vengeful ghost survived the injury inflicted by my Golden Light Curse is that it infiltrated the county town and specifically targeted Master Luo, a martial arts master who was injured and weakened but still full of energy and blood, as a result."

"My saving the Wang family was the cause, and the consequence is taking in their two children..."

Li Daoxuan's words left Qingfeng completely bewildered, a jumble of cause and effect, cause and effect, leaving him utterly confused.

Qingfeng couldn't understand, but a question lingered in his mind.

He slowly raised his head, his eyes filled with confusion and bewilderment, and hesitantly asked:

"Sir, sir... why are you telling me all this? I'm just... just a..."

He didn't say what he meant, but Li Daoxuan knew what he meant: Qingfeng's status as a slave was the root cause of his inability to hold his head high.

Li Daoxuan smiled gently, tilted his head to look at Qingfeng, who had almost buried his head in his chest, and said, word by word:

"Didn't I just say? Because... you're my eldest disciple!"