bullyxtreme Chapter 152 Jiang Ziya Arrives in Xiqi
Chapter 152 Jiang Ziya Arrives in Xiqi
Here, Jiang Ziya, carrying a bag on his back and holding a whisk in his hand, set out from Kunlun Mountain and headed westward.
After walking through the misty mountains and rivers, passing through the dense jungle, and traveling for several days, we finally arrived in Xiqi.
Jiang Ziya saw from afar that the farmers were busy at work, and the fields were a busy scene.
He stopped and took a deep breath of the fresh morning air, his heart full of anticipation and emotion.
"Is this Xiqi?"
Jiang Ziya whispered to himself, his eyes traversing the fields, thinking to himself:
"It is worthy of being the place where the Holy Lord resides. The faces of these people are all filled with satisfied smiles, which shows that they live without worries."
At this time, a breeze blew by, taking away his fatigue and bringing the fragrance of the fields.
He felt the breath of this land, as if he could hear its call and feel its pulse.
At this moment, a young voice interrupted his thoughts:
"Senior, you must have come from far away, right?"
Jiang Ziya turned around and saw a young man in cloth walking towards him with a simple smile on his face.
Jiang Ziya smiled and nodded, his eyes like the deep water of a lake, revealing a tranquility that transcended the world.
He spoke slowly, his voice as melodious and deep as an ancient bell:
"Yes, I came from Kunlun Mountain and passed by here."
"The senior actually came from Kunlun Mountain!"
The young man standing next to him suddenly exclaimed after hearing these words, with a gleam of admiration in his eyes.
His eyes widened, as if he was shocked by Jiang Ziya's words, and he bowed slightly, his tone full of curiosity.
"I heard that Kunlun Mountain is a holy place for cultivating immortals. It is said that there are many immortals there who can control divine beasts and turn the world upside down. They are omnipotent."
The young man continued, his voice full of longing and mystery for the Kunlun Mountains.
Jiang Ziya smiled slightly, with a hint of vicissitudes and emotion in his tone:
"Kunlun Mountain is a place of practice for saints, so it is naturally sought after by immortal cultivators. Although I came from Kunlun Mountain, my cultivation level is far inferior to those of real immortal cultivators."
"To pursue the path of immortality, one needs not only perseverance and tenacity, but also outstanding talent and great fortune."
Jiang Ziya sighed, paused for a moment, and continued:
"Although I practice diligently, my talent is average, so I really have no chance of becoming an immortal."
There was a hint of helplessness and regret in his words, but more of it was acceptance and calmness of reality.
After hearing Jiang Ziya's words, the young man's face was full of admiration, and he said respectfully:
"Senior, you are so modest. The depth and wisdom emanating from you makes me realize at a glance that you are a master with unfathomable cultivation."
“Before, I was full of curiosity and yearning for the path of cultivating immortals, and I dreamed of embarking on the path of cultivating immortals one day, pursuing immortality and extraordinary powers.”
The young man took a deep breath and continued:
"But after listening to what you said today, I realized that cultivating immortals is not easy. It requires talent, perseverance, and good fortune. Compared with you, I know I am far behind."
"At least, Senior has already touched the threshold of the immortal path. This achievement is beyond my reach."
After hearing this, Jiang Ziya nodded slightly, smiled and said to the young man:
"The path to immortality is indeed difficult. You see, although I came from Kunlun Mountain, today I have stepped down from the top of this immortal mountain and embarked on the road of the mortal world."
His voice was low and powerful, and every word seemed to contain endless emotion.
After hearing this, the young man changed the subject and said quickly:
"Senior, the fact that you can come to our Xiqi shows that you have a connection with Xiqi."
"If you don't mind, please come to my house and rest for a while. Let me introduce you to the customs and culture of Xiqi."
When Jiang Ziya heard this, a sharp gleam flashed in his eyes that had experienced many vicissitudes of life, as if he was looking for some long-lost revelation.
He has been meditating in Kunlun Mountain for forty years. The hustle and bustle of the world and the changes in the world seem like a lifetime ago to him.
At this moment, the young man's enthusiasm and admiration were like a fresh breeze, blowing away some of the dust in his heart.
He realized that although he was at the top of the fairy mountain, the affairs of the world were still a practice topic that cultivators could not ignore.
And the young man in front of him may be the best medium for him to return to the human world and understand the world.
It is just possible for me to understand the situation in Xiqi through communication with the young man, which will also make it easier for me to find a wise leader.
So Jiang Ziya nodded in response and happily agreed to go home with the young man.
When the young man heard that Jiang Ziya was willing to go home with him, he suddenly felt an indescribable excitement in his heart.
He knew very well that Jiang Ziya was a master from Kunlun Mountain, and it was a great honor for him to invite him home.
The young man bowed quickly, his movements respectful and pious, as if he was paying homage to a god.
He raised his head, his eyes gleaming with anticipation and admiration, and said softly:
"Senior, please follow me."
Then, the young man led Jiang Ziya into the village.
They walked along the bluestone path, with lush trees and blooming flowers on both sides. The breeze brought bursts of fragrance.
Along the way, Jiang Ziya admired the surrounding scenery, listened to the young man's stories about the affairs of Xiqi, and gained a deeper understanding of this land.
After a long time, Jiang Ziya followed the young man through fields and villages, and finally arrived at the young man's home.
This is a quaint courtyard with green trees and the fragrance of flowers.
The young man warmly invited Jiang Ziya into the house and prepared tea for him.
After the two of them sat down, Jiang Ziya looked at the young man and said slowly:
"You said on the way that Xibo Hou was benevolent and caring for the people, and he personally went to the fields to farm. Is that true?"
When the young man heard Jiang Ziya asking about this, he immediately became solemn. He straightened his back and replied:
"Senior, this is absolutely true."
"Hou not only loved his people like his own children, but also personally participated in farming and shared the joys and sorrows with the people."
"His wisdom and benevolence were widely praised in Xiqi and he was deeply loved by the people."
After hearing this, Jiang Ziya nodded slightly, with a gleam of approval in his eyes.
He knew very well that it was rare for a marquis to think about what the people think, be concerned about their needs, go deep into the people, and wholeheartedly seek benefits for the people.
Jiang Ziya thought for a moment and continued to ask:
"Then in your opinion, besides loving his people like his own children, what else is so outstanding about this Xibohou?"
The young man was stunned by Jiang Ziya's sudden question, but then he fell into deep thought, trying to recall what he knew about King Xibo.
He took a deep breath and answered slowly:
"Senior, the Marquis has so many advantages that I don't even know where to start."
He paused for a moment and continued:
"For example, the Marquis pays attention to cultural education and advocates etiquette and morality."
"In Xiqi, he advocated a social trend of respecting the elderly and loving the young, being honest and friendly, which made the people of Xiqi generally of high quality and a good social atmosphere..."
Before the young man finished speaking, Jiang Ziya could not help but nod in praise, thinking to himself:
"It seems that this Xibohou is the person I am looking for."
He knew very well that if a monarch could be diligent in his work and love his people, it would surely be a blessing for all people in the world.
This King Xibo not only has a benevolent heart, but also has extraordinary wisdom and firm beliefs. He is exactly the ideal wise leader in his mind.
As the sky gradually darkened, night slowly fell like a huge black curtain, and stars began to twinkle in the sky.
Both of them seemed immersed in their previous conversation until a cool breeze blew, breaking the quiet atmosphere.
The young man looked at Jiang Ziya with a sincere smile on his face. He stood up and said respectfully:
"Senior, it's getting late. How about you stay here for one night and continue tomorrow?"
His tone was full of respect and concern for Jiang Ziya.
Jiang Ziya was slightly startled, then nodded. He looked at the young man gratefully and said with a smile:
"That's great. Sorry for bothering me then."
He stood up, returned the greeting to the young man and expressed his gratitude.
The young man quickly waved his hand, indicating that there was no need to be polite. He personally arranged accommodation for Jiang Ziya and prepared a simple dinner.
The two sat around the fire and continued to exchange their insights and experiences.
The next day, Jiang Ziya said goodbye to the young man, asked questions along the way, and went to Xibohou Mansion.
Finally, in the afternoon sun, Jiang Ziya arrived at the magnificent Xibohou Mansion.
He looked at the towering mansion, his heart filled with anticipation and excitement.