Immortality Through Array Formations - Chapter 76 - 76 Zhang Lan_1
Chapter 76 Zhang Lan_1
Translator: 549690339
As long as Iâm not interrogated by Mo Hua, thereâs nothing to be afraid of.
The man in green regained his composure and silently swore to himself that he wouldnât show off when there was no need to do so next time.
Especially before showing off to such a seemingly cute and well-behaved little cultivator who held a book in his hands, one should at least make sure to see what book he is holding.
âUncle, are you a Formation Master?â Mo Hua couldnât help but ask.
âNo, why bother being a Formation Master if itâs not necessary?â the man shook his head.
âYouâre not a Formation Master, yet you know so much. Youâre really amazing,â Mo Hua sincerely praised him.
âItâs alright, these things are simple, they are not a big deal,â the man in green said, feeling somewhat embarrassed.
âThen can I still ask you questions in the future?â Mo Hua asked.
âNo!â
The man panicked inside and blurted out a refusal, then immediately feeling that it was inappropriate, he explained more earnestly,
âUncle is quite busy, too, and I might not always be available. Moreover, the path of Tao cultivation always values the transmission of knowledge, and knowledge should not be imparted lightly. As we are neither relatives nor friends, Iâm not at liberty to discuss more about formation knowledgeâŠâ
âBesides, I might not be able to answer your questionsâŠâ
the man added silently in his heart.
Mo Hua felt a little disappointed, but he could still ask the Bai siblings and Mr. Zhuang, so he didnât mind too much.
Mo Hua opened the âInitial Understanding of Compound Formationâ and continued to read further.
The man in green, fearing that Mo Hua might come across something he didnât understand and ask him about it, made small talk, âWhere is your father?â
âHe went up the mountain for monster hunting.â
âMonster Hunting? Are there many cultivators nearby who live off monster hunting?â
âThatâs right. The land here isnât fertile, and resources are scarce; only monster beasts run rampant, so most cultivators make their living by hunting monsters,â Mo Hua explained, then curiously asked, âUncle, what do you do?â
âI work for the Taoist Court,â the man replied.
Mo Hua opened his mouth wide in surpriseâit was the Taoist CourtâŠ
The Taoist Court unified the Nine State and was the largest force in the Cultivation World, somewhat similar to the imperial court in a feudal dynasty, with the most powerful authority. The Taoist Court also gathered the most powerful cultivators of the Nine State.
The Taoist Court was located in Taoist State at the center of Nine State, the hub of the Cultivation World. The rest of the state boundaries each had a Taoist Court, which managed specific affairs, including the Spirit Stone tax, Earth and Wood projects, Tao Cultivation industries, and law and order.
In other words, it was a âsecure job,â âeating the imperial grain!â
The status of Taoist Court cultivators goes without saying, and even for those serving in a local Taoist Court, itâs a once-in-a-lifetime dream for many cultivators.
Mo Huaâs astonished look somewhat flattered the man, making him feel he regained some of his dignity.
âSo, are you here drinking to slack off?â Mo Hua asked curiously.
The man in green corrected him, âThis is called inspecting the local geography and customs of the cultivators in this state boundary.â Updđted chapters đn nđvelbin(.)com
âOh,â Mo Huaâs expression was a bit perfunctory, clearly not convinced. âArenât you afraid of the Court Leader from the Taoist Court scolding you?â
The man chuckled softly, âNo worries. Even if he says something, Iâll act as if I didnât hear it.â
Mo Hua nodded, âI understand.â
âWhat do you understand?â the man wondered.
After thinking for a moment, Mo Hua replied, âIf Iâm not mistaken, you must be a family disciple, right?â
The man raised an eyebrow, and Mo Hua continued, âI guess the family isnât small either. Coming to Tongxian City here, youâre either exiled for making a mistake, or youâre sent to experience life in our small place for a while, before going back.â
The man in green was taken aback, âHow can you tell all this?â
Mo Hua smirked, pointing to the patrons nearby, âThere are many who come from the north and south here, and with so many customers, all sorts of gossip can be heard when itâs bustling. As for the children from big families, there are only a few possibilities for their coming here.â
The man in green gave Mo Hua a look-over, âYou seem so behaved, yet youâre quite shrewd.â
Mo Hua chuckled, then quietly asked, âWhat did you do wrong to be kicked out by your clan?â
âWhat nonsense are you spouting!â
The man was a bit miffed.
âThen why is that?â Mo Hua inquired.
The man sighed, assuming a rather self-indulgent air as he said:
âI wonât hide it from you, I just happen to come from a good family, have higher talent, and look a bit more handsome. Some ladies from prestigious clans see me once and are smitten, insisting on marrying me to become my Tao partner. I find it bothersome, so I came out to hide and look for some peaceâŠâ
Mo Hua looked at him with a face full of skepticism.
âYou donât believe me?â
âNo,â Mo Hua nodded.
âWhat part donât you believe?â
âThat âone glance and smittenâ stuff; even the street storytellers donât spin that kind of trite tale anymore, it doesnât fool anyone. Erhuâs dad was deceived by a woman just like that, ended up abandoning his wife and children, got his kidneys removed, and no one knows where heâs buried now.â
The man in blue: ââŠâ
âSo if a lady tells you sheâs smitten with one glance, sheâs definitely tricking you, and you need to be careful.â
The man in blue was left looking dumbstruck.
âHowever, thereâs another possibility,â Mo Hua said.
âWhat possibility?â the man couldnât help asking.
âThat you love âem and leave âem, toy with peopleâs feelings, then donât want to take responsibility to marry them, so you ran off to hide awayâŠâ
The man nearly spat out a mouthful of blood in frustration, âWhat âlove âem and leave âemâ? What âtoying with feelingsâ? How old are you exactly? Whatâs filling up that little head of yours?â
âAlthough my experiences are limited, Iâve read many stories,â Mo Hua insisted with conviction, âThe Cultivation World is perilous; the more you know, the less likely youâll be deceived in the future.â
The man was both amused and irritated, âYouâre quite an interesting talker for a little kid.â
Mo Hua was quite serious, âUncle, Iâm just looking out for you, as the saying goes, âHe who takes advice gets ahead.ââ
Zhang Lan had mixed feelings and didnât know what to say for a moment. After a while, he suddenly remembered something and asked, âBy the way, whatâs your name?â
âMo Hua.â
âMo Hua?â The man glanced at Mo Huaâs fair face and delicate features, feeling that the name indeed suited him.
âUncle, whatâs your name?â Mo Hua asked in return.
âZhang Lan.â
âScumbag?â Mo Hua repeated.
Zhang Lan choked on his drink, coughed for a long time, and then, gritting his teeth, corrected:
âZhang! Lan! The Zhang from âto change,â and the Lan from âagainst the waveâ! Not âScumbagâ!â
âIf you say itâs not, then itâs not; why are you shouting?â Mo Hua muttered.
Zhang Lan felt silly for having gotten worked up with a child, and from his Storage Bag, he took out a Jade Pendant and tossed it to Mo Hua, âHere, for you.â
Mo Hua shook his head, âI canât accept rewards without merits; I canât take your things.â
âYou treated me to a drink; Iâm giving you the Jade Pendant. Keep it, Iâll come look for you again to hang out next time.â
Zhang Lan waved his hand, about to leave, then suddenly turned back and asked, âJust to confirm, whatâs your Cultivation level?â
âQi Refinement, fourth layer!â
Mo Hua was even a bit proud.
Only Qi Refinement fourth layer, huhâŠ
Zhang Lan sighed.
Thinking of the earlier Compound Formation, forget it, it gave him a headache just to think about it. Zhang Lan waved his hand and hastily left.