PDLP Chapter 108 Jun'er! Who is this Taoist priest Li in the book?!
Chapter 108 Jun'er! Who is this Taoist priest Li in the book?!
Only Li Jun, President Qin, and Hu Yun remained in the courtyard.
The atmosphere was a little awkward.
Li Jun's mind was in complete turmoil, but he had to maintain a calm demeanor.
He looked at Hu Yun and gestured for her to come inside: "Aunt Hu, let's talk inside."
Hu Yun nodded quickly and followed Li Jun into the house.
President Qin followed him inside and closed the door behind him.
Inside the room, Li Jun asked Hu Yun to sit down, while he sat opposite her.
President Qin stood to the side, not daring to sit down.
Li Jun's mind raced.
What should I do?
The problem with the lineage of shamans is that the inheritance is incomplete, and the shamans are becoming increasingly powerful, leading to severe backlash.
This involves summoning spirits and balancing contracts. How could someone who hasn't even fully mastered proper cultivation techniques understand these things?
Li Jun's head ached more and more as he thought about it.
He subconsciously touched the jade pendant on his chest.
This jade pendant is truly magical; its amplification effect is astonishing.
But there needs to be something to increase the value of the product!
He doesn't know any shamanic magic...
and many more.
Suddenly, an idea flashed in Li Jun's mind.
The lineage of shamans involves invoking spirits to possess one's body.
Immortals are generally cultivated from mountain spirits and wild monsters, which is why they are difficult to tame and can cause serious backlash.
Then...why not try a different approach?
Instead of invoking immortals, should we invite gods?
Or use gods to suppress the immortals. How to achieve balance?
Li Jun thought about it more and more and felt that this line of thinking seemed to make some sense.
But he himself didn't know exactly how to operate it.
After all, he had only ever seen things like "invoking gods" in books; he had never actually seen them in real life.
Moreover, even if it is feasible, the specific methods must be explored by the shamanic lineage itself.
After much deliberation, Li Jun finally came up with an idea.
He cleared his throat, looked at Hu Yun, and slowly began to speak:
"Aunt Hu, I have some thoughts on the future of the shamanic lineage. You may want to take a look."
Hu Yun's eyes lit up, and she quickly sat up straight.
"Please enlighten me, Taoist Master!"
Li Jun carefully considered his words, trying to make them sound as mysterious as possible.
"The lineage of shamans borrows the power of immortals, which is a shortcut."
"However, immortals are mostly beasts, wild and untamed, and will inevitably turn against you."
He paused, then continued:
"To resolve this predicament, perhaps a change of perspective is possible."
"Not relying on the strength of beasts, but on the strength of gods."
"With divine might, I subdue the wilderness of immortals."
"The union of divine beasts may lead to a way of balance."
Li Jun's explanation was rather vague, only providing a direction.
He didn't explain exactly how to "invite the gods" or "suppress the beasts."
After all, he himself didn't understand it.
However, Hu Yun was stunned after hearing this.
Li Jun's words kept replaying in her mind.
"With divine might, I will subdue the wilderness of immortals..."
"Divine beasts unite..."
Suddenly, Hu Yun's eyes widened!
Could it be that Master Li means...?
To relinquish the Ma Xian lineage and directly venerate him?!
Using its supreme power to command and suppress the immortals?!
In this way, the backlash from the immortals will naturally not exist!
Because the Taoist priest's status is far higher than that of those immortals!
Hu Yun became more and more excited as she thought about it, and her whole body began to tremble!
She suddenly stood up and was about to kneel down!
"Thank you for your guidance, Daoist Master! Thank you for bestowing upon me the Dharma!"
Li Jun was startled and quickly stepped forward to support her.
"Aunt Hu! What are you doing! Get up!"
Hu Yun refused to get up, her voice choked with sobs:
"The Taoist priest's willingness to protect my lineage of shamans is an act of kindness akin to being given a second life!"
"On behalf of all my fellow disciples of the Ma Xian lineage, I express my sincere gratitude to the Daoist Master!"
Li Jun was stunned.
What kind of protection?
What kind of reconstruction?
He only gave me a suggestion!
Li Jun quickly helped Hu Yun up, his tone serious:
"Aunt Hu, you've misunderstood."
"The lineage of shamans has rendered meritorious service in protecting peace in the North, and they will certainly not be forgotten in the future."
"What I've said is just a direction; you'll have to figure out the specifics of how to proceed on your own."
Hu Yun was helped up, and upon hearing Li Jun's words, she was even more moved.
Master Li is just being modest!
I don't want to take credit!
They were even encouraged to figure it out on their own!
What a magnanimous heart!
Hu Yun nodded repeatedly, "I understand! I understand!"
"The lineage of shamans will certainly follow the master's guidance and diligently explore the path ahead!"
Li Jun breathed a sigh of relief when he saw that she seemed to understand.
He thought for a moment, then added:
"The greatest truths are the simplest, and the most important things are the best and the most sincere."
"Remember, do not seek too much externally, lest you lose sight of what is fundamental."
This is both a reminder and a way to leave yourself some leeway.
If the shamanic lineage fails to materialize in the future, it can't be entirely blamed on him.
Hu Yun nodded repeatedly: "Yes! I will follow the Taoist priest's teachings!"
Overwhelmed with excitement, she longed to fly back to the North immediately, gather all her fellow disciples, and begin researching how to "invite the gods."
Seeing that the matter had finally been resolved, Li Jun said, "Aunt Hu has come from afar and must be tired. Why don't we go down the mountain and rest first?"
Hu Yun quickly bowed and said, "Yes, then I won't disturb you any longer, Daoist Master."
President Qin also said goodbye to Li Jun and went down the mountain with Hu Yun.
After leaving Qingfeng Temple, President Qin asked in a low voice, "Hu Yun, what Master Li just said... did you really understand it?"
Hu Yun's eyes shone as she nodded emphatically, "I understand!"
Upon hearing this, President Qin was happy for Hu Yun.
The two walked down the stone steps.
Upon reaching the foot of the mountain, Hu Yun stopped and solemnly bowed to President Qin.
"Mr. Qin, thank you so much for today."
President Qin quickly returned the greeting: "You're too kind, it's what I should do."
"No." Hu Yun shook her head. "I will remember your kindness in working so hard for our shamanic lineage."
She paused, then added, "Please also convey my thanks to Master Li once again."
She paused, then added, "Please also convey my thanks to Master Li once again."
"The lineage of shamans will never disappoint him."
President Qin nodded: "Definitely."
The two then parted ways.
President Qin is returning to the South City branch to oversee the upcoming nationwide cultivation promotion campaign.
Hu Yun had to rush back to the north to gather her fellow disciples and begin the "reform" of the shamanic lineage.
Her heart was filled with hope.
……
And this moment.
Inside Qingfeng Temple.
After seeing President Qin and Hu Yun off, Li Jun let out a long sigh of relief.
"Pretending to be an expert... is too tiring..."
He rubbed his throbbing temples, inwardly groaning.
Every time I deal with these people, I have to rack my brains, afraid of saying something I might have let slip.
The key is not to show any weakness; you have to maintain that mysterious and unfathomable image.
This is even more tiring than cultivation!
I must improve my skills as soon as possible and become a true master!
Li Jun turned around to go back to his room, only to find his master standing at the door, watching him.
"Master?"
The old Taoist priest walked over and asked, "Is the matter resolved?"
"I guess so," Li Jun said with a hint of helplessness, recalling the method he had racked his brains to come up with.
"That's good." The old Taoist priest didn't think much of it upon hearing this, but instead asked, "Was Mr. Qin just here today to relay a message from the Hu family's daughter?"
Li Jun then remembered that the things President Qin had brought were still in the room.
He quickly replied, "President Qin is mainly here to deliver the officially promoted cultivation materials."
The old Taoist priest's eyes lit up upon hearing this.
"Oh? Let me see it."
The master and apprentice returned to their room.
Li Jun picked up the thick file folder from the table and handed it to his mentor.
The old Taoist priest took it and opened the document bag.
Inside was a bound booklet and a memory card.
The booklet cover had the words "Basic Qi Refining Techniques" written on it.
The old Taoist priest opened it.
Then, the expression on his face froze.
On the title page, several lines of large characters were prominently printed:
The path of cultivation begins with a solid foundation. Without a firm foundation, the earth will shake and mountains will crumble. —Master Li
Cultivation is like climbing a mountain; each step reveals a new level. Only by being grounded and practical can one reach the summit. —Master Li
The old Taoist priest's expression became quite interesting as he looked at these lines of text.
He looked up and glanced at Li Jun.
He lowered his head again and looked at the booklet.
He raised his head again and looked at Li Jun.
This happened several times.
Li Jun felt uneasy under their gaze.
"Master, what...what are you looking at?"
The old Taoist priest didn't answer, but pointed to the two lines of text in the booklet and slowly asked:
"Jun'er..."
"The Taoist priest Li on this..."
"Who is this person?"