The Smiling, Proud Wanderer, becoming a disciple of Yue Buqun

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Fang Zheng's gaze gradually turned dangerous, then vanished quickly, as if nothing had happened.

If we eliminate all the impossibilities, then there is only one possibility, and no matter how outrageous it may seem, it is still the truth.

"It seems to be a thing of the past..."

Fang Zheng said something softly, then fell silent.

Although he had already guessed it, he still needed to do some things to confirm his guess.

With Yue Buqun announcing the formation of the Righteous Alliance among the five factions, the ceremony came to an end.

Things in the martial arts world aren't that complicated. Although the Emei Sect prepared for this ceremony for a long time, it only lasts a short while once it starts, so it won't be too cumbersome.

People from the martial arts world don't have such good tempers; if you start nagging and going on and on, they'll just start cursing.

Next came the banquet, with the Emei Sect preparing tables of food to entertain the martial arts practitioners who had attended.

"Everyone, please."

The Wudang, Kunlun, Diancang, Shaolin and other sects were all invited to the banquet.

"Sect Leader Yue, congratulations."

Chongxu smiled, cupped his hands in thanks, and said, "I believe that under the leadership of Sect Leader Yue, the Weiyi Alliance will surely achieve great things."

"Then I will accept your kind words, Daoist Master."

Yue Buqun returned the greeting with a smile.

Chongxu smiled slightly.

Although he played the clown this time and his mentality was somewhat broken, Chongxu did not lose his balance to the point of tearing off the mask and not even bothering with pretense.

Fang Zheng also offered his congratulations with a smile: "Congratulations, Alliance Leader Yue."

Yue Buqun looked at Fang Zheng, his smile unchanged, but only he knew what he was thinking.

There were so many people congratulating Yue Buqun today that he was overwhelmed by the crowd.

"Junior brother, let's go and congratulate Master too!"

Linghu Chong pulled Jiang Ning along, intending to congratulate Yue Buqun, but upon seeing Yue Buqun engulfed by the crowd, he was speechless and immediately changed his mind, saying, "Let's go eat instead."

"it is good."

Jiang Ning had no objections.

Mount Emei was bustling with activity today.

The banquet lasted for three whole days.

However, compared to the overcrowded situation on the first day, the situation was much better in the following two days, because many martial arts practitioners went down the mountain after finishing their banquets that day, while the remaining martial arts practitioners either wanted to continue to eat and have fun, or some wanted to enjoy the scenery of Mount Emei.

After all, this is the territory of the Emei Sect, and they come from all over the country. They wouldn't normally have the opportunity to come here, so they naturally want to take a good look around now.

Fortunately, the Emei Sect had made ample preparations for this, spending a large sum of money to purchase plenty of food and drink, so there was nothing to worry about.

Shaolin took his leave the next day.

With the departure of Shaolin, the Kunlun and Diancang Beggar Clans also bid farewell, and Wudang also left.

Chongxu originally planned to invite the Huashan and Taishan sects to leave together, intending to foster closer ties between the two sects, but now that's no longer necessary.

Three days later, Mount Emei was in a mess.

The disciples from the five sects all began to clean up.

"Alliance Leader Yue, Abbess Qingzhu, our Hengshan Sect has been out for some time now, and the journey is quite long, so we won't stay any longer."

Master Dingxian was also preparing to leave.

It's already the New Year. They came out last April. After finishing their business at Songshan, they came directly to Emei Mountain. They haven't been back to Hengshan for more than half a year.

There's also the Taishan Sect of Tianmen Daoren.

Originally, the Tianmen Taoists were prepared to fight the Songshan Sect with all their might, but things have developed to this point. Not only has the Songshan Sect been destroyed, but they have also formed a new alliance with the Emei Sect.

Tianmen Daoren hasn't been back to Mount Tai for quite some time now. Mount Tai is quite far from Mount Emei. If he doesn't set off now, he probably won't be able to reach Mount Tai by April.

Knowing the situation of the two factions, Yue Buqun and Abbess Qingzhu naturally didn't say much, especially Yue Buqun, because he and Ning Zhongze hadn't returned to Mount Hua for quite some time.

"In that case, Brother Tianmen, Master Mo, and the three nuns Dingxian, Dingjing, and Dingyi, please be careful on your journey."

Yue Buqun cupped his hands in greeting to the group.

Master Qingzhu also said, "If you all have time later, you are welcome to visit my Mount Emei again."

"sure."

The group agreed, and then the three factions descended the mountain together.

Now only the Huashan Sect remains.

Yue Buqun originally wanted to return to Mount Hua, but there were still some things he hadn't finished doing.

For example, Lu Dayou's marriage.

The two factions are now discussing the marriage between Lu Dayou, a disciple of Mount Hua, and Qin Xiaohan, a disciple of Mount Emei.

Although this is a private matter between the disciples of the two factions, it has different meanings for the two factions and can further enhance the relationship between them.

Lu Dayou has been beaming with joy lately, always wearing a smile wherever he goes.

Even when Ying Bailuo and Shu Qi teased him, he just laughed it off.

During this time, Jiang Ning didn't do much; he mostly just read books.

He is currently reading mainly the Tao Te Ching, the Taishang Ganying Pian, and some other Taoist books.

Knowledge, like Taoist martial arts, is endless, and Jiang Ning was never complacent.

Time passed day by day, and the two factions gradually made progress in discussing how to arrange Lu Dayou and Qin Xiaohan's wedding.

On this day, Jiang Ning suddenly found Yue Buqun and expressed his thoughts.

Yue Buqun was taken aback when he learned of Jiang Ning's thoughts.

"What? You're going out again?"

Chapter 471: Returning to Mount Hua (26/26)

Yue Buqun was speechless.

During this time, Jiang Ning had been quietly reading. He thought that Jiang Ning would not go out and would obediently go back to Mount Hua with him for a while.

Now Jiang Ning tells him that after he returns to Mount Hua and finishes forging the scabbard for the Zhenwu Sword, he will have to go out again.

What are you doing out there again?

Yue Buqun's expression was somewhat stern.

Jiang Ning calmly said, "Continue doing what we didn't finish last time we went out."

Yue Buqun was stunned for a moment upon hearing this, and then he didn't know what to say.

He knew what Jiang Ning was talking about without him having to say it.

"no!"

Yue Buqun spoke sternly.

Jiang Ning had anticipated this; after learning that he had been ambushed and nearly died, he guessed that Yue Buqun might not so easily agree to let him go out this time.

"Master, I..."

Before Jiang Ning could finish speaking, Yue Buqun waved his hand to interrupt him.

"You don't have to say anymore!"

Yue Buqun refused outright, leaving no room for negotiation.

"I always agreed to let you go out before because you are skilled in martial arts and act cautiously, so you won't encounter any danger. But this time, the fact that you were chased has taught me a lesson."

Yue Buqun said, "The martial world is not what it used to be. A slight mistake can lead to your death. Moreover, Ren Woxing probably has no less intent to kill you. He failed to kill you last time, and he will continue to send people to hunt you down. Even if you are highly skilled in martial arts, you are still in danger of dying. You were lucky to be saved this time, but you won't be so lucky next time."

No matter what Jiang Ning says this time, he will not agree to let Jiang Ning go out.

Jiang Ning had not expected Yue Buqun to be so resolute.

"All right!"

Yue Buqun continued, "This time you will return to Mount Hua with your master and fellow disciples. You will need to rest and recuperate for a while. You can only leave the mountain when your master agrees to let you go."

This is essentially putting Jiang Ning under house arrest.

Seeing Yue Buqun's resolute attitude, Jiang Ning didn't know what to say.

"Yes, Master."

Seeing Jiang Ning leave, Yue Buqun breathed a sigh of relief.

Fortunately, he knew that Jiang Ning respected his teacher and would not disobey him. As long as he disagreed, Jiang Ning would not go down the mountain on his own.

Thinking of the danger Jiang Ning encountered on his last trip down the mountain, Yue Buqun's eyes gradually hardened, and he made a decision in his heart.

January 23rd.

The Huashan Sect is also leaving.

"Alliance Leader Yue, I originally wanted to persuade your sect to stay longer, but since your sect has matters to attend to, I cannot ask you to stay any longer."

"That's what Master Qingzhu said."

By this time, the Emei Sect members had escorted the Huashan Sect members to a distance.

"We've seen you off for a thousand miles, but we must part ways eventually. Please stay a while."

Yue Buqun cupped his hands in greeting.

"Senior Brother Lu, please be careful on your journey."

At this moment, Qin Xiaohan, a disciple of the Emei Sect, said to Lu Dayou.

"Junior Sister Xiaohan, there's no need to worry."

Lu Dayou also smiled and said, "I will write to you after I return to Mount Hua."

Qin Xiaohan nodded, her face slightly flushed.

The two families have already agreed on their marriage, which will take place next July.

Both sides attach great importance to Lu Dayou and Qin Xiaohan's marriage, and there are many things to prepare.

"Sect Leader Yue, please take care on your journey."

Master Qingzhu addressed the members of the Huashan Sect.

The group returned the greetings and then descended the mountain.

"I'm home, I'm home, I'm finally home."

Yue Lingshan was very excited.

She's been away from home for a while now and she's starting to miss it.

Not only her, but all the other Huashan disciples were the same.

Only Lu Dayou seemed somewhat sullen.

"what happened?"

Ying Bailuo, who had a good relationship with Lu Da, put his arm around Lu Da's shoulder and asked.

Lu Dayou was a little embarrassed to say it.

Shu Qi, standing to the side, teased, "Could it be that you can't bear to part with Senior Sister Qin? Sixth Senior Brother, if you ask me, you might as well just stay on Mount Emei. Don't let your body go back to Mount Hua with us while your heart remains on Mount Emei."

The other Huashan disciples burst into laughter.

"What did you say?"

Enraged, Lu Dayou chased after Shu Qi, intending to beat him up.

Upon seeing this, Shu Qi took off running, chattering non-stop as he ran, causing the Huashan disciples to burst into laughter.