Chapter 1313: Chapter 43: Sudden News—Mountain and Sea Tome, Towering Waves (Part 2)

Chu Muran pondered for a moment. In Divine House Mountain, with nine nations and seventy-six villages, a population of over twelve million people, it would be almost impossible to relocate to East Divine House within months by one’s own strength. But with the means of a cultivator, it’s not a difficult task; however, the fertile lands cultivated over hundreds of years might be destroyed.

Zhang Yan seemed to discern his thoughts and said, "In Divine House Mountain, there are thirty-eight sects that usually enjoy the offerings of citizens from various countries. In this critical moment, they should certainly extend a helping hand."

Zhao Ge said seriously, "Brother, you’re right."

Zhang Yan looked at Chu Muran, praising him, "This sea whirlpool occurs once every four hundred years. At the last sea whirlpool calamity, Junior Brother Chu had just entered enlightenment and still remembers this; that’s quite remarkable."

Chu Muran’s face showed a look of shame as he cupped his hands, saying, "Sect Leader Brother has overpraised me. This isn’t my merit but rather the reminder from Bai Jiyin of the E Mountain Sect. According to him, before Brother Yong went to fight, he left a letter stating that if no one in Divine House Mountain mentions this matter, he would inform you."

Zhang Yan contemplated for a moment and nodded, "Sect Leader Yong was indeed considerate."

From this matter, it’s clear that Yong Fu anticipated possible unforeseen circumstances when he went to fight, deliberately leaving this verbal message with his disciple, thereby gaining a favor.

Chu Muran sincerely said, "Thanks to Sect Leader Brother’s foresight and preparations, our Han Yuan Sect relies on the Mountain Gate Prohibition Array and need not relocate to avoid disaster."

Zhao Ge also said, "Indeed, how fortunate we are to have Sect Leader Brother presiding over the mountain gate. Otherwise, when the sea water arrives, we might leave, but the mountain gate left by Master Shen would be destroyed."

Zhang Yan waved his hand, saying, "Since arriving at Divine House, I’ve had disputes with a few people. Although Wang Guangyuan was expelled by Hui Xuan, he remains missing to this day, and Wei Daoist might not give up easily either. You two should be vigilant in case they take advantage of the situation."

Chu and Zhao promptly bowed and replied, "We will remember Sect Leader Brother’s words."

Zhang Yan said sternly, "This matter must not be delayed; deal with it quickly."

They immediately accepted the command and left.

Zhang Yan pondered for a while, suddenly summoned a Gang Wind, and flew out of the cave mansion, soon arriving at the azure skies.

It was still dawn, the skies just beginning to open. He looked at the direction and flew eastward.

In less than a quarter-hour, he arrived at a hilly area with a village nestled below, home to seventeen or eighteen families scattered around.

He descended from the clouds into the village. Having rained last night, the ground was covered in mud, but as he walked, not a speck of dust sullied him. Shortly, he reached one of the homes with dogwood hanging on the door, where a robust village woman was sweeping in front, and three or four mischievous children were playing noisily.

An elderly man with a cane emerged from the house, holding a piece of cake and calling out to a child of about seven or eight years old.

The child’s eyes were clear and bright, he was happily playing with the other kids but ignored the calls.

The woman saw this, scolded him, grabbed a broom, and swung at the child, then dragged him by the ear while chastising, "When Grandpa calls, how dare you not listen."

The old man chuckled, "It’s alright, it’s alright." He placed the piece of cake on the child’s head, saying, "Everything will rise, everything will rise."

The child asked, "Grandpa, what does ’everything will rise’ mean?"

The old man, full of affection, said, "It means that Ah Xing will have smooth affairs in the future and a blessed fortune."

The woman also said, "That’s right, our Xing’er was born with good fortune."

Zhang Yan watched this scene and smiled slightly. Eight years ago, before heading out to establish the Earth Fire Sky Furnace, he sent Xu Daoist’s divine soul here to reincarnate, and this child is his reincarnation, chosen specifically for this farming family.

He had intended to bring the child to the sect after a few years when he matured physically, but the North Sea whirlpool’s emergence prompted suspicions of its relation to the Three Realm Great Tribulations, making preemptive actions necessary.

The woman noticed someone approaching, looked surprised, and exclaimed, "Isn’t this the Daoist who gave us medicine?" She hurriedly said to the child, "Quick, Xing’er, greet the Daoist," and dragged him forward to pay his respects. She gazed at Zhang Yan with envy, saying, "The Daoist truly practices cultivation; unlike us ordinary folks, seven or eight years have passed, yet you haven’t aged a bit."

The old man also recognized Zhang Yan and solemnly instructed the child, "Xing’er, when you were born weak and fell seriously ill, thanks to this Daoist, you survived. He’s our benefactor; pay him a grand salute."

The child looked at Zhang Yan for a few moments, suddenly knelt, and said, "Master."

Zhang Yan’s eyes twinkled with a smile, "Oh? How did you know to call me Master?"

The child appeared somewhat puzzled and said, "Star doesn’t know, just knew to call you this."

Zhang Yan patted the child’s head, saying, "Good disciple, would you like to follow me back to the mountain for cultivation?"

The child did not understand the concept of cultivation but felt an inexplicable sense that the person in front of him was very significant. He grabbed onto Zhang Yan’s robe tightly, looked up with shining eyes at him.

Seeing this scene, the woman and the old man were both filled with joy and surprise. In East Victory Continent, unlike other places, immortals and mortals lived among each other. They had heard of mountain immortals roaming the world, selecting bright children to cultivate with them, which was a grand fortune to encounter. The Daoist in front of them was clearly someone with Daoist cultivation, and their child’s selection was a good thing. But to leave like this inevitably meant separation from family, causing them reluctance.

Zhang Yan raised his head and said, "This child is destined with me. I will take him as my disciple now, but you need not be saddened. Cultivators repay their parental affection before entering enlightenment, so you may come with me."

The old man hesitated, expressing his dilemma, "The Immortal’s kindness is appreciated, but we’re used to living here over generations, and it’s hard to part with our neighbors."

Zhang Yan sighed, "In just a few months, this place will be flooded, making it uninhabitable. These seven or eight households may accompany me back to the mountain."

The old man seemed unsure and deliberated for a while before cupping his hands, "Immortal, my child has gone to the mountains to chop wood. Let’s decide when he returns."

Zhang Yan smiled, "Of course." He glanced at the child again and asked, "Is Xing’er this child’s nickname, what’s his full name?"

The woman wiped her hands on her apron, slightly embarrassed, "Our family name is Fu, and when this child was born, I had a dream of a Heavenly Star entering my womb, so we named him Fu Baoxing."

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