Chapter 10

This Daoist Master Lü Yuanhua originally practiced in seclusion in the mountains. Five years ago, he brought his disciple Xin Chengying to this city of Suzhu to treat the Marquis of Wu, and displayed various magical powers.

Thus, he gained the great trust and admiration of the Marquis of Wu, as well as the officials and common people, and was bestowed the title of Bright and Wise Master. He was almost considered the national preceptor of the Marquis of Wu's state...

Now, he could be said to wield great power in the Marquis of Wu's state, participating in the major policies of the state as a Daoist named Huang Liang. Whether it was the nobles or the officials, they all flocked to this Daoist Master, calling themselves his disciples.

Moreover, because Daoist Master Lü Yuanhua's foundation was too shallow, he only had one disciple, Xin Chengying, under him.

Therefore, in the past two years, he had widely opened his doors, recruiting various Daoist masters and high-ranking Daoists. He wanted to cultivate a solid foundation...

Unfortunately, although Lü Yuanhua had great power, those he could recruit were merely people who coveted fame and profit. How could he recruit true high-ranking Daoists?

Therefore, he was probably overjoyed by the appearance of Tang Changsheng!

Of course, the latter part was just Tang Changsheng's own speculation.

People like Chengyangzi were arrogant and would never admit that they were all misfits and incapable...

As Tang Changsheng walked down the street with these people, he felt for the first time what it was like to have the domineering power of a street tiger.

These six or seven people walked in a line, almost blocking the entire street.

Passersby who saw them, dressed in Daoist robes, all looked at them askance. They either avoided them from a distance or bowed down by the roadside.

Even some clearly wealthy and noble carriages would move to the side to let them pass.

Just now, a vendor pushing a wheelbarrow couldn't avoid one of the Daoists and collided with him, and was immediately kicked to the ground by the Daoist.

The wheelbarrow tipped over to the side, and various fruits and items fell to the ground. The group just laughed and walked past!

Seeing this, Tang Changsheng sighed inwardly, thinking: "When you hold and fill, it is better to stop. When you sharpen and make sharp, you cannot long preserve. When you fill your hall with gold and jade, none can guard it. When you are rich and powerful and proud, you bring upon yourself ruin!"

Although Daoist Master Lü Yuanhua's cultivation was high, the people he recruited under him were too arrogant and overbearing. This would likely be the cause of his downfall in the future!

The General Temple was once a major sect with strict rules. Even though only Tang Changsheng remained, he had received orthodox training as the sect leader.

Therefore, he was quite disapproving of Daoist Master Lü Yuanhua's actions!

At this point, Tang Changsheng began to believe that Daoist Master Lü Yuanhua and his disciples were probably once itinerant cultivators!

Only those who rose too quickly and lacked refinement would have so few rules...

Originally, Daoist Master Lü Yuanhua had practiced in the mountains for several decades. He had just come out of seclusion and, with his great magical powers, was favored by the Marquis of Wu. Not only was he given a large mansion as a Daoist temple, but he was also treated as a confidant, entering and leaving the Marquis's residence.

Now, Daoist Master Lü Yuanhua was the most sought-after person in the entire state of the Marquis of Wu!

Unfortunately, Daoist Master Lü Yuanhua had just come out of seclusion and had few capable people under him. He only had one disciple, Xin Chengying...

Therefore, he widely opened his doors, accepting itinerant Daoists from all over. For a time, his door was bustling, and he recruited dozens of Daoists.

However, most of them were frauds, and there was not a single truly useful person among them.

It just so happened that Xin Chengying encountered Tang Changsheng on the street and saw him appear out of nowhere. He knew that Tang Changsheng must have some Daoist arts, and thus warmly invited him to visit.

Later, when Tang Changsheng heard Lü Yuanhua's teachings, he immediately gained insight and illuminated his mind.

This made Lü Yuanhua even happier. After learning that Tang Changsheng seemed to be a rootless itinerant Daoist, he even had the idea of taking him as a disciple.

Therefore, Tang Changsheng was given the super treatment of a single house with four Daoist boys serving him.

Becoming Lü Yuanhua's disciple was almost like leaping from a fish to a dragon. Not only could he learn high-level Daoist arts, but more importantly, he would immediately become wealthy and powerful, enjoying luxury and splendor...

When this news spread, the Daoists in the outer courtyard, who were all frauds, were envious and jealous, their eyes turning red!

These matters were not complicated. Along the way, with many people and much talk, Tang Changsheng quickly pieced together the whole story!

However, how could sparrows understand the aspirations of swallows? He was not someone who pursued power and wealth.

Although he was not very fond of Chengyangzi, he had to admit that the man had a good appearance and demeanor. If he were a tour guide or a pimp, he would be absolutely competent.

Even after hearing the introduction of the Muyu Tower, Tang Changsheng felt a bit interested.

He couldn't help but ask, "Can we go and see it?"

The Daoists all smiled and said, "Today, we invited you here to see this. Please..."

As they spoke, their eyes had a flicker of mysterious intent.

Although the Muyu Tower was famous, it was still a tavern. Like the Yellow Crane Tower and the Tengwang Pavilion, it was originally a tavern.

When the innkeeper saw Chengyangzi and the group of Daoists, he inwardly groaned but had to greet them with a smile and serve them attentively.

Tang Changsheng was slightly suspicious but did not show it, and smiled, "If so, let's go and see!"

They quickly went up to the third floor, and he immediately felt a sense of relief. The Muyu Tower was not far from the city and was on high ground. From the third floor, he could see the vast lake outside, dotted with fishing boats.

The lake breeze blew, making his heart feel clear. If he were drinking and feeling warm, the cool breeze would make him feel even more refreshed!

"Please look!" Chengyangzi and the others smiled and pointed to a wall separated by a green gauze screen. "The poems written by the Immortal Yun Muyu are right here!"

Tang Changsheng was suspicious. These people must have something strange. But could they have hidden people behind the green gauze screen?

That was impossible, and Tang Changsheng laughed to himself and walked over.

Behind the green gauze screen, there was indeed no one hiding. Only on the white plaster wall were a few lines of text written in thick ink.