Chapter 852 - 533: Climbing the Mountain, Li Jinyu! (Double - )_2

Chapter 852: Chapter 533: Climbing the Mountain, Li Jinyu! (Double Chapter)_2

"No need to disturb Uncle Fat."

"Yes." It can be seen that this disciple is quite convinced by Li Jinyu, without much hesitation.

On the other side, Song Changming leads Cang Jishi and Su Qingqing up the long tier, all the way upward.

Walking past the mountainside, Song Changming still hasn’t sensed the suppression of the Mountain Array, beside him, apart from Cang Jishi’s slight breathlessness due to the exertion of climbing, his expression remains normal.

The only one being targeted was Su Qingqing, treated differently.

If it weren’t for Song Changming’s protection along the way, Su Qingqing might not have even made it to the mountainside.

"It seems my aptitude is not bad and resonates well with the Celestial Tao Academy," Song Changming thought to himself, without being too surprised by this.

After all, he currently possesses dozens of physical traits, which also endowed him with versatile talents.

Even without Grandmaster Level Martial Arts Cultivation achievements, with these required qualities and talents, entering the mountain gate of the Celestial Tao Academy was not much of a challenge!

While pondering this, he continued his upward climb.

The mountain scenery along the way was extraordinarily beautiful, occasionally there were small animals frolicking and playing among the mountains.

Most of these little animals left by the Celestial Tao Academy on the mountain were highly spiritual and intelligent, maintaining a distance and curiously observing the three when Song Changming and his companions arrived.

They seemed aware that these outsiders couldn’t move beyond the range of the long tier, so they weren’t afraid.

Song Changming went higher, and after passing through layers of clouds and mist, he smoothly saw the enormous mountain gate above the clouds.

A stone stood beside the mountain gate, prominently engraved with three large characters.

Celestial Tao Academy!

"We’ve arrived, senior!" At the sight of the mountain gate, Cang Jishi was overjoyed, panting heavily with a flushed face.

He knew very well that seeing the mountain gate meant there was a high probability of him being admitted.

"Congratulations, Young Friend Cang." Song Changming lightly smiled and congratulated, not dampening the mood.

"And thank you, senior, for your guidance along the way. I could only reach this smoothly because of it." Cang Jishi immediately responded.

Song Changming shook his head, "You could get here relying entirely on yourself. I merely accompanied you and haven’t helped you with anything."

He spoke the truth, since if Cang Jishi didn’t have the aptitude, given his weak constitution as a commoner, he might not have been able to forcibly bring him up here.

Outside the greatly opened mountain gate, several figures had long stood waiting, seemingly having anticipated their arrival.

As Song Changming approached, his gaze fell on these figures.

They wore simple dark robes, somewhat resembling old Taoist priests in appearance.

Among them, two disciples standing on the left and right sides had their long hair tied up on their heads, their gazes stern, watching Song Changming and his companions, especially focusing on the demon aura emanating from Su Qingqing.

And the one in the middle, with a leisurely stance and a slightly disheveled appearance, had a faint smile on his face, mainly looking at Song Changming.

"Oh..." Song Changming quickly noticed the person in the center and met their eyes.

At first glance, he thought the person looked familiar.

Upon a second look, he recognized the other, and despite his surprise, a smile adorned his face.

Old friends, indeed.

Reuniting after a long time always stirs mixed emotions, but one must admit that meeting familiar old friends after years brings joy.

"I didn’t expect Brother Li to be studying here," Song Changming took the lead to speak.

"Brother Song, it’s been a long time. You’re still easy to recognize as ever." Li Jinyu replied with a smile.

Compared to his own changes in appearance, Song Changming’s looks had hardly changed except for his aura, naturally making him easy to recognize.

"Brother Li, did you foresee my arrival today?" Song Changming did not forget Li Jinyu’s amazing skills in divination and foreseeing the will of Heaven.

Seeing him waiting here early, it was likely he was waiting for him.

"I foresaw today’s event three months ago and also know your intention, follow me." Li Jinyu turned sideways, inviting.

"Three months ago..." Song Changming’s heart stirred, presumably it was the timeframe after he came out from the Celestial Ruins Realm.

Li Jinyu probably had glimpsed significant secrets from the Heaven and even knew things he wasn’t aware of!

Given his skills, it’s not impossible!

The group traversed the final long tier of mountain path, and the effects of the Mountain Array исчезли.

Song Changming put away his Array Flag, and Su Qingqing felt a lightness throughout her body, exhaling a deep breath as she retracted her Demon Power and Innate Qi, silently following behind Song Changming.

Her obedient demeanor led the two Celestial Tao Academy disciples to put their vigilance away.

Although Su Qingqing was special, they could see she wasn’t an evil demon invading the mountain, rather she seemed more like a talent, only carrying some Demon Blood and capable of mobilizing Demon Power.

Most importantly, her arrival bore no malice.

Cang Jishi, just an ordinary person, was the easiest to overlook among the three.

Cang Jishi observed the strange scenery on the mountain, as there is still a stone stairway from the mountain gate to the mountain top.

Walking past this stone stairway would mean he truly entered the Celestial Tao Academy.

"It’s been a long time. Brother Li’s skills should have improved a lot, right?" Song Changming walked and spoke.

"What I have mastered is just some unorthodox skills, not as profound as Brother Song’s grand path..." Li Jinyu shook his head and smiled.

Song Changming initially wanted to ask more questions, but on second thought, there’s no need to rush.

Meeting Li Jinyu on this trip could be considered an unexpected joy.

Over the years, it wasn’t that he hadn’t searched for him, but the people he sent always failed to find Li Jinyu.

Now thinking back, Li Jinyu had stayed in the Celestial Tao Academy isolated for dozens of years, so no wonder he couldn’t find him.

This Brother Li of his had truly become a hermit.

Soon after, the group arrived at the summit of Spirit Mountain.

The view that greeted them was a splendid celestial abode, surrounded by dense clouds and mist, comparable to the Cloud Palace, like an Immortal Realm in the sky.

"It’s beautifully arranged!" Cang Jishi couldn’t help but admire.

"Who is this?" Li Jinyu stood still and looked at Cang Jishi.

He could also see that this person wasn’t someone who came with Song Changming, hence the question.

Although he had skills in divination, not every little detail was clear to him.

Especially these insignificant matters, which wouldn’t appear on his list of targets he wanted to understand.

"Greetings, senior. I am Cang Jishi, from the Cang Family in Feng Province, wishing to join the Celestial Tao Academy. Here is the family elder’s recommendation letter..." Cang Jishi explained promptly, handing over the letter.

Having the backing of a top noble family undoubtedly gave him confidence in his tone.

The two disciples, upon hearing that this ordinary person had such a background, changed their attitude toward Cang Jishi, their gaze obviously becoming much softer.

"So, we have an esteemed guest..." Li Jinyu signaled to a disciple beside him.

The disciple immediately understood and stepped forward warmly saying, "Please follow me, in addition to passing the testing long tier, to enter our Celestial Tao Academy, the academy needs to conduct further observational tests.

Once all tests are passed, you will officially become part of the academy."

"Alright, I understand!" Cang Jishi earnestly nodded, knowing that the real challenge for him was ahead.

He bid farewell to Song Changming and was led to the place designated for reviewing and assessing disciples.

Meanwhile, Li Jinyu took Song Changming to his residence.

A simple, unadorned large house.

"Changming, did you bring wine?" Once inside, Li Jinyu completely dropped his pretense, his eyes shining as he stared at the case of wine flasks Song Changming took out from his Heaven and Earth Ring.

Li Jinyu leaned in to sniff it and, after confirming it was good wine, appeared somewhat intoxicated.

"Oh, how long has it been since I’ve smelled wine..." He sighed genuinely.

While not prohibited on the mountain, typically only those with seniority or core status in the Celestial Tao Academy had the privilege to drink merrily.

Ordinary disciples could consider it fortunate just to catch a whiff of the aroma of wine.

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