Chapter 5: Seal of Life and Death, the Prince Becomes a Disciple
Taoism is a method of cultivating immortals. Although Jiang Changsheng is currently practicing true qi, Taoism is natural and this method emphasizes the unity with nature. Therefore, his true qi is impossible for martial artists to detect. At most, they can feel that he has true qi, a faint trace of true qi.
Jiang Yuan looked at Jiang Changsheng kneeling in front of the pavilion, and was in a trance. He said with emotion: "I heard Chen Li say that you, little Taoist priest, have outstanding martial arts at such a young age. It shows that you are talented. Dajing needs a genius like you."
Jiang Changsheng replied: "Thank you for the compliment, Your Majesty."
It turned out that it was Chen Li who said good things. Chen Li had suggested to him more than once to take the martial arts exam. Although it was not known how strong he was, the twelve-year-old boy amazed Chen Li.
Jiang Yuan smiled and continued to leave.
Jiang Changsheng lowered his head. He had the urge to stand up and recognize his relatives, but reason told him that the timing was not right and it was too dangerous.
How to recognize relatives after more than ten years of separation? Do we have to rely on blood test?
Even if he succeeds, there will be many fights in the palace, and once he reveals his true identity, Jiang Yuan will be furious. The more he kills, the more hatred he will bring. How should he deal with himself when he returns to the palace?
How can you practice if you have to live in fear every day?
You must first have the strength to not fear any danger before you can reveal your true identity!
Jiang Changsheng suddenly felt a gaze, and he could sense that it was the old eunuch without even looking up.
There was a spy in Longqi Temple, and the old eunuch naturally knew his identity.
This gaze did not stay for too long. After they went far away, Jiang Changsheng and others stood up.
Meng Qiuhe said excitedly: "Of course, Junior Brother Changsheng, even His Majesty has remembered you."
The other fellow disciples were also very excited. The female disciples looked at him with surprise. At their prime years, it was inevitable for girls to have feelings of love, not to mention that Jiang Changsheng was so handsome that he was the only one who stood out in Longqi Temple.
Jiang Changsheng shook his head and laughed, "It's useless. There might be trouble. I'll leave first. You guys continue chatting."
After saying that, he left on his own.
Meng Qiuhe did not stop him, but was thinking about a question.
How strong is Junior Brother Changsheng now?
We need to find an opportunity to discuss this.
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Back in the house, Jiang Changsheng sat on the bed and practiced Taoism. The Taoist Kung Fu was profound and he didn't know how many levels it had. Only after he succeeded in practicing it would he unlock the memory of the next level.
It was not until night that Qing Ku came back.
Ever since his experiences in the martial arts world, Qing Ku has become taciturn and immersed in martial arts on weekdays. His appearance and temperament seem more mature than his actual age.
Qing Ku glanced at Jiang Changsheng without saying much, and also sat on the bed meditating and practicing.
A few days later.
Chen Li came to visit Jiang Changsheng again.
Next to the Taoist bell, Chen Li said excitedly, "Of course, Changsheng, His Majesty actually praised you. Yesterday morning, His Majesty mentioned the Dajing Martial Arts, hoping to attract martial artists to pass the martial arts exam and join the army. He also mentioned you specifically, saying that there is a young Taoist priest in Longqi Temple who has the strength of a first-class master at the age of fourteen."
"How about taking the exam for the top martial arts student? With your majesty's words, no one will try to stop you. As long as your martial arts are strong enough, you will be able to pass the exam without any obstacles."
Jiang Changsheng shook his head and said, "My martial arts are not strong enough, and I am still young. It is not suitable for me to enter the world too early."
Chen Li was stunned for a moment, and said with emotion: "Changsheng, you are so far-sighted at such a young age, and you have seen through the world. I even wonder if you are a god who has descended to earth."
He had never seen such a calm young man, who was not tempted even by huge benefits.
He immediately changed the subject and said, "Your senior brother has already made a name for himself in the martial arts world, but he is in trouble. Taoist Qingxu has gone down the mountain today."
Hearing this, Jiang Changsheng opened his eyes.
The eldest brother Li Changqing is like the head of the family in Longqi Temple. Although he is a martial arts fanatic, he has a gentle temperament and takes good care of the younger disciples. Jiang Changsheng also has a good impression of him.
He asked curiously, "What's the trouble?"
Chen Li said helplessly, "Of course it's a matter of love. He somehow got involved with a Demon Sect woman and was captured by the Demon Sect. The Demon Sect said that Taoist Qingxu must go and rescue him personally."
Jiang Changsheng frowned.
His first reaction was that it was a trick!
Could it be that some powerful people colluded with the Demon Sect to send Taoist Qingxu away, so that Longqi Temple would be left without a master and they could attack him?
This possibility cannot be ruled out. Even if it is a coincidence, those guys will not miss this opportunity.
Since Jiang Changsheng came to Longqi Temple, Taoist Qingxu has never gone down the mountain. For those powerful people, this trip down the mountain is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Jiang Changsheng was not panicked. Just in terms of the internal energy, he was already several times stronger than Taoist Qingxu. He also mastered martial arts, but he had no practical experience. He just had to be careful when the time came. After all, this was the capital city, and the other party should not dare to make a big fuss.
Chen Li continued to talk about Li Changqing. Li Changqing traveled around the world with his fellow disciples, doing justice and helping others. By chance, he saved a woman, and the woman threw herself into his arms. Later, they found out that she was a disciple of the Demon Sect and the daughter of the sect leader, with a special status. The woman vowed to marry Li Changqing. The news had spread throughout the world and even reached the inns in the capital.
Longqi Temple is the only martial arts sect in the capital city and has a special status in the martial arts world. When it comes to matters concerning Longqi Temple, the martial arts masters naturally feel fresh.
Chen Li talked for half an hour and left a bag of medicinal materials before leaving.
This medicinal material is suitable for people who practice martial arts. It is very precious and hard to come by.
Jiang Changsheng looked at his departing back, silently remembered this sentiment, and then began to think about how to deal with possible enemy attacks next.
After Taoist Qingxu left, the second senior brother Meng Qiuhe took charge. That night, Longqi Temple was in turmoil, and it was a lively night that had not been seen in more than a decade. The disciples were jubilant and noisy.
Jiang Changsheng was practicing martial arts in the house and was upset by the disturbance, but he was too embarrassed to go out and stop them.
Sudden!
Jiang Changsheng opened his eyes, squinted, and thought to himself, "Are you so anxious?"
He felt the presence of someone on the roof. There was no sound made during the crawling process. If it were an ordinary warrior, he might not even notice it.
Not long after, a strange fragrance spread down from above.
Incense!
Jiang Changsheng immediately held his breath. Taoism is a method of cultivating immortals. He can hold his breath for half an hour, which is far beyond the average person.
After half an incense stick of time, he pretended to collapse on the bed.
A figure jumped in from the window. The assassin was actually a disciple of Longqi Temple, in his early twenties, with an ordinary face and not outstanding. He stared at Jiang Changsheng on the bed and thought to himself, "This guy's skills are so high that he has lasted for so long."
He pulled out a dagger from his sleeve, walked carefully to the bedside, and stabbed Jiang Changsheng in the chest.
At this moment, Jiang Changsheng suddenly raised his legs and twisted the assassin's arms. He somersaulted backwards, lifted the assassin up and threw him onto the bed.
This series of actions was so fast that before the assassin could react, Jiang Changsheng sat on him and captured him.
The assassin mobilized his true energy, trying to repel Jiang Changsheng, but was horrified to find that he could not repel him at all.
"What a terrifying skill! This kid is definitely above the top!"
The assassin was horrified and his eyes widened.
Jiang Changsheng saw the other person's true face and said quietly, "Fifth Senior Brother, what are you doing?"
The assassin gritted his teeth, blood flowed out of his mouth, and he committed suicide by taking poison.
Jiang Changsheng had no time to stop it, nor was he disappointed.
He searched the assassin's body and found nothing, so he shouted loudly, "There's an assassin!"
He roared more than ten times, and Qing Ku rushed in first, followed by other disciples.
Jiang Changsheng slumped on the bed, gasping for breath, with a look of shock on his face.
Meng Qiuhe squeezed through the crowd and quickly stepped forward. When he saw the dead man, his face changed drastically: "Fifth Junior Brother!"
The other disciples were also shocked.
Although the fifth senior brother's presence is not strong, he does not usually make enemies with other disciples.
Meng Qiuhe noticed the dagger in the assassin's hand and his face darkened. He stepped forward to check and quickly concluded: "He committed suicide by taking poison."
He instantly realized the seriousness of the matter. If it was a conflict between fellow disciples, why would he hide poison in his mouth?
He looked at Jiang Changsheng, hoping that Jiang Changsheng could say something.
Jiang Changsheng pretended to be shocked and angry, gritting his teeth and said, "I don't know why Fifth Senior Brother attacked me. He wanted to kill me, but I caught him, and then he committed suicide by taking poison."
This is his room, he has the confidence.
Qing Ku followed up, "Senior Brother Changsheng usually practices alone and has no hatred towards other disciples. Even if there was hatred, it was wrong for Senior Brother Five to come to our room and assassinate us. Moreover, he committed suicide by taking poison, which clearly shows that he had something to hide and was afraid of being questioned."
The other disciples nodded and expressed their opinions. Some also questioned Jiang Changsheng. After all, the dead are the greatest.
Meng Qiuhe took a deep breath and said, "Junior Brother Changsheng, from today on, you will stay in the room. Qingku will be responsible for delivering meals until Master comes back. The disciples in the courtyard will take turns to guard and protect Junior Brother Changsheng."
Jiang Changsheng had no objection. When he said it was protection, it actually also meant surveillance. After all, no one knew the truth.
Meng Qiuhe led people to carry out the assassin's body.
Qing Ku comforted him, "Brother Changsheng, don't be afraid, I will always be guarding outside."
Jiang Changsheng nodded and watched him leave.
This incident caused the bustle of Longqi Temple to die down, and it fell back into its previous silence.
Jiang Changsheng heard many disciples discussing this matter. They all found it strange. Why did the fifth senior brother want to kill Jiang Changsheng?
Inside the house.
Jiang Changsheng sat down in meditation again and began to practice.
He began to wonder what kind of expert the other party would send next.
[In the 14th year of Kaiyuan, an assassin attacked you and was captured by you. The assassin poisoned himself and committed suicide. You survived the killing and received a survival reward - the martial arts 'Life and Death Seal']
A line of prompts appeared before him, and while his disciples were still outside, he immediately accepted the inheritance of the Seal of Life and Death.
The Seal of Life and Death is a kind of Qi-based martial arts that can leave a mark on the enemy's meridians and acupoints, making the opponent's life worse than death. It is a torturous martial art that is not fatal, but can hasten death.
This martial art is good. If you catch the enemy again, you can torture him.
However, Jiang Changsheng knew very well who the enemies were. He couldn't use them for the time being, so learning one more martial art would always be useful in the future.
In the next ten days, Jiang Changsheng did not encounter any attacks. Perhaps it was because there were disciples taking turns guarding the courtyard and the enemy did not dare to act rashly.
It was noon that day.
There was a noise in the courtyard.
"How dare you! This Highness wants to see someone, and you won't allow it?"
"I dare not, but..."
"Just what?"
"Junior Brother Changsheng was attacked by an assassin before, we are protecting him..."
"How dare you! Are you tired of living? Do you think I should kill him?"
After a commotion, the door was violently pushed open, and a young man in luxurious clothes rushed in, looking only eleven or twelve years old. Behind him were two men in purple clothes, with burly builds, each holding a sword.
When the young man saw Jiang Changsheng, his eyes lit up and he immediately rushed over and asked excitedly, "Are you the Taoist Changsheng?"
Only Jiang Changsheng himself knows his last name, and he usually calls himself Changsheng.
Jiang Changsheng got off the bed, bowed and asked, "I wonder who the donor is..."
The young man smiled proudly and said, "I am the fourth prince, and I have come here to learn martial arts from you."
Jiang Changsheng asked in surprise: "Why are you looking for me?"
The fourth prince glanced at the two guards behind him, and they immediately retreated to the door. The fourth prince took a step forward, approached Jiang Changsheng, and whispered: "Father said that you are very powerful and asked me to become his disciple. Have other princes come to you?"
