Ask the Mirror Chapter 114: Support

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When Yu Ci entered Yu Zhoulaodao's study again, what he saw at first sight were fish and dragons. And he was certain that this was the one he brought back from the Sky Rift Valley.

At this time, the slender body of the fish and dragon was coiled into a snake formation, huddled in a two-foot-high, four-quarter-circle bird cage, and the bird cage was placed on Lao Dao's desk.

The scene looks very strange, because the distance between the birdcage fences is about one finger, which is enough for two or three fish and dragons to enter and exit side by side, but the fish and dragons have no intention of escaping, and have a lazy posture. But when Yu Ci entered the room, his body moved, as if he felt the breath of the "enemy". But it soon became quiet again.

Seeing Yu Ci staring at the fish and dragon, the old Taoist smiled: "Don't look at it. You have to carry this little guy to Cliff City and hand it over to Senior Brother Xie."

"Oh?"

"Recently, a caravan from Suixin Pavilion came back from the Western Buddhist Kingdom to hold a 'Yibao Banquet' in the cliff city. It is said that there are many rare things. Senior Brother Xie took a fancy to one of them, so he bought it from the sect. I want the fish and dragon, and I'm going to exchange it for you. You just want to go to Cliff City, so I'll take it with you on the way."

Yu Ci responded. It is said that buying and selling in the spiritual world is not very convenient. Unlike in the sect, where good deeds can be exchanged, most of them are barter. It is said that the big merchants in the south have tried to launch a currency for conversion many times, but they have failed due to various reasons.

The Suixin Pavilion mentioned by Lao Dao is one of the more famous merchants in the south. It has always had a good reputation. Yu Ci has heard about it in the mountains. However, due to the close relationship between the Lichen Sect and Sanxitang, another large merchant in the south, bulk purchases are usually handled through Sanxitang. In this area, Suixin Pavilion can only do some small business by making every effort to do some small business. Otherwise, the "Yibao Banquet" would not be held in Cliff City, but at the mountain gate of Lichen Sect.

The old Taoist patted the cage containing the fish and dragon: "This is the 'Three Yin Falling Soul Fence'. It looks breathable from all sides. In fact, the fish and dragon are very safe in this cage. You don't have to worry. It just can't be placed in the storage There is some trouble in the Ring of Things."

It’s okay for Yu Ci to be busy.

Lao Dao picked up a square seal on the desk again. Yu Ci remembered that he came here the day before yesterday, and Lao Dao took the seal and played with it, but he didn't know what it was for.

"This seal is for you."

Yu Ciyiqi: "Give it to me?"

The old Taoist narrowed his eyes and smiled and said: "The disciples of the sect, regardless of their direct lineage, all have the same basic magical weapon for the purpose of sacrifice. Those who are good at swords use sword weapons, and those who are good at talismans use talismans. You Although I am very good at swordsmanship, now is the critical time to practice the "Xuanyuan Fundamental Qi Technique", so I took it upon myself to ask for a seal for you. Maybe it will be of some use to your practice?"

Yu Ci nodded repeatedly. Although after entering the realm of spiritual communication, one can draw Qi into a talisman without the need for external objects. However, if there are swords, orders, seals, altars and other objects to assist, the effect will only be better. Among them, the seal shows the power of the gods of heaven and earth, and is also a manifestation of his own will. It may have some promoting effect on the "idea" he currently lacks.

Taking it from the hands of the veteran, the square seal is made of some unknown stone. The whole body is plain white, but the shape is simple and unpretentious. The seal button is a very simple tile button. The texture feels very delicate and quite... It was heavy, but when I turned it over, I found that the seal was an ancient seal with the four characters "Tao Jing Shi Bao", which was commonly used, and the inscriptions were still new.

"The material used for this 'Taoist Master's Seal' is Beidou Stone, which is quite extraordinary. The person who made the seal is Senior Brother Ludru. You should also know him. He is the one who bought your first fish dragon. That person is the master of weapon refining in the sect. It’s a shame to make this seal, mainly for the sake of your fish and dragon. Remember to thank him when we meet him in the future.”

It’s not just Immortal Lu who needs to be thanked. Without the help of the old Taoist, Yu Ci would be the first to not believe it.

Before he could say thank you, the wrinkles on the old face of the veteran smoothed out, and he was extremely happy: "Back then, I was familiar with Senior Brother Xie, Senior Brother Lu, Junior Brother Jie, and Junior Brother Qianbao. Although I have accomplished nothing and have no hope of success, the friendship between these two people has become deeper and deeper. You are familiar with me, Brother Jie, needless to say; Brother Lu is the one who makes the seal; Brother Qianbao has given you guidance on your practice, so you should also remember it. As for Senior Brother Xie, he is the one who is in command in Cliff City. He is a bit eccentric, but in terms of swordsmanship, he is one of the few people in the sect that I admire. You should ask for your help. "

Lao Dao was introducing his connections and resources within the sect, and Yu Ci remembered them one by one.

After explaining these things, Yu Zhou raised his eyes and looked over: "What are your plans for going to Cliff City this time?"

"Improve your practice." Yu Ci's response was very simple.

Actually more than that. Yu Ci still has a plan in his mind to try to use the sect's power to do something, but he is not ready to say it now.

When Yu Zhou heard what he said, he smiled and said: "I know you are here to improve your practice, but it's impossible to go there without getting involved in some secular affairs. Senior Brother Xie has an indifferent temperament. Li You is here That kid is also uneasy, but they are monks from the mountain gate after all, so they don’t have to focus here, but you are different!

"It is conceivable that you will be a member of this foreign affairs Taoist temple for a long time in the future. Sooner or later you will get involved in the affairs of Cliff City. How many years can you expect an old man like me to last? ”

Yu Ci frowned when he heard this. Before he said anything, he listened to the old Taoist saying: "Do you know how I have managed the affairs of Cliff City these years?"

"This, I don't know."

The old Taoist tapped the book with his finger: "When I first came to Zhixin Guan, there were many sects in the precipice city. Bairi Mansion and Wanling Sect were fighting to the death. However, within half a year, I decided that Bairi Mansion would be the sect. Do you know the purpose of being the only 'exclusive authority' in Cliff City?"

"Do you mean sect? Legend has it that Jin Huan and Sunset Valley..."

"No, that's not right! It's not what the sect thinks, it should be what I think."

Facing Yu Ci's stunned expression, the old Taoist laughed: "I was very lazy at that time and didn't want to take charge of the affairs. Then I saw that the Bai Ri Mansion was in full swing. Its strength was obviously a step higher than that of Wan Ling Sect, and I had enough power over the sect. respect, so I help them, simplify the situation in Cliff City, make it have only one voice, and let this voice obey the will of the sect, that’s it.”

I wonder what Shi Song from Wanling Sect would think if he were here.

Yu Ci suddenly had such an idea. The old Taoist didn't know what he was thinking and continued:

"You must understand that after all, we are all monks, and we cannot really govern a city or a country. We have to do everything personally. What we have to do is to embody the will of the sect, but the will of the sect is ultimately reflected by us. Therefore, , we need to sort out a channel that is easier for us to communicate. To put it simply, 'I tell you to do it, otherwise, don't cause trouble', that's all.

Yu Ci understood what he said. The old Taoist said a long sentence, the core of which was only one sentence:

"I will do as you wish with regard to Cliff City!"

This is not advice, but support. Yu Ci lowered his head deeply, suppressed the emotions surging in his heart, and said in a deep voice: "Disciple understands."

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When Yu Ci saw the faint outline of the cliff city in the distance, the spring breeze was already vaguely visible. The wind blew through the willow branches, and even a faint green color could be seen, like smoke and mist. It took Yu Ci half a month to travel all the way from Zhixin Guan. Along the way, he walked through the barren mountains and wild ridges, not seeing a single person. When he saw the city outline in the distance, he felt naturally different.

At this time, the cliff city did not appear to be invaded by demons at all. Outside the huge east gate, there was a bustling flow of people, and countless vendors were selling along the street, making it chaotic and lively.

Walking on the road, Yu Ci is actually very eye-catching. He was wearing a jade-colored Taoist robe with long flowing sleeves. He was very dignified, but he was holding a birdcage in his hand, covered with a cloth. He looked like a rich young man who came out to play with birds, but he never listened. The bird cries to the cage.

Of course, there are fish and dragons in the birdcage. Yu Ci cannot put the living things into the storage ring, so he can only use this method to avoid getting into trouble.

I remember that the last time I left the city from the east gate, I encountered the Xuanyin Sect’s Immortal Enlightenment Day. It was also such a prosperous day, but it was disturbed by him and Bairi Mansion, but I don’t know what today is?

Looking for a random passerby to ask, the other person’s response surprised him:

"The birthday of Master Xuanyin?"

There are so many festivals in Xuanyin Sect! Yu Ci wanted to laugh, but at this moment, the face of Chiyin Fairy came to his mind, and his eyes turned cold.

Passers-by were still there shouting: "Taoist, you might as well change into a layman's clothes and go to the secluded palace to burn a stick of incense. Since last winter, there has been a 'demon trouble', and Xuanyin Shangxian has been channeling spirits and performing saints. Protect the believers. Those herbal collectors who believed in Xuanyin Master came back intact..."

Yu Ci did not listen carefully to what was said next. He looked at the flow of people outside the east gate that stretched ten miles away. The end of the flow of people was Youqiu Palace, the main altar of the Xuanyin Sect.

On this day, Chiyin, as the master, should be hosting the Dharma assembly in the palace.

Yu Ci suddenly didn’t want to go into the city like this. He changed direction and followed the flow of people to visit the Youqiu Palace.

Following the faithful men and women all the way, Yu Ci did not walk very fast. There was actually no very good scenery on the road, but then again, among the believers, the proportion of young women was quite high. They were walking or riding in cars, and the fragrance filled the road. It doesn't have any taste either.

The terrain is getting higher and higher, and the Youqiu Palace is in front of you. Looking from Yu Ci's position, the huge complex of palaces over there with painted eaves and horns looks quite spectacular. The slowly surging flow of people came to an obvious stagnation in front of the temple, which was blocked by the relatively narrow temple door. However, the believers came and went in an orderly manner.

Yu Ci was not in a hurry and followed the flow of people into it. Compared with the temple door, the inside was suddenly open. The main hall and side halls were neatly arranged and the momentum was extraordinary. But from Yu Ci's perspective, this place was the same as the usual one where the three worshipers were worshipped. There is no difference between the Qing Dynasty and those who worship the Buddha in temples.

After entering Youqiu Palace, Yu Ci realized that there were very few people walking leisurely and leisurely like him. Most of the visitors inside and outside the hall are devout believers, some offering incense, making vows, and asking for fortune-telling, but the most people come to attend the Xuanyin Master’s Christmas Dharma Ceremony held by the Xuanyin Sect.

The Dharma Assembly was held in the courtyard of Youqiu Palace, but Yu Ci could also hear the buzzing sound of chanting sutras in front of the main hall, and at the same time he could sense a layer of substantial vitality vibration, like ripples on the water. The fine waves spread in circles.

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Brother Yushang came to the cliff city, and the red-yin girl lay lazily in the secluded palace. The big conflict is about to begin. New and old book friends are kindly requested to collect it and vote red.