Chapter 854 - 534: Reunion with Li Jinyu, Earth-Shattering Future! (Double - )

Chapter 854: Chapter 534: Reunion with Li Jinyu, Earth-Shattering Future! (Double Chapter)

"Such an enormous upheaval affecting the entire Human Race, and even all living beings, how can changing the outcome be anything but difficult..." Li Jinyu looked at the wine in his cup, yet inexplicably felt an overwhelming bitterness.

Small matters are easy to change, big matters are hard to alter.

The great tide of the world is like a rolling wheel; how could it be easily swayed by the will of a single person?

"Brother Li, difficulty doesn’t mean it can’t be done. I will say that the Human Race will not perish. If the heavens want me gone, then I shall turn the world upside down and establish a new sky!" Song Changming raised his cup, his expression serious, yet his tone was wildly boastful.

Li Jinyu saw Song Changming in this manner for the first time, and was somehow moved.

His originally stiff expression gradually relaxed.

The corners of his mouth twitched slightly, and he suddenly let out a breath, putting a few traces of a smile back on his face.

"For some reason, after hearing those few words from Brother Song, my mood has indeed relaxed a lot. Today, I was eager to see you; it was truly the right choice." Li Jinyu chuckled and lifted his wine cup, clinking it with Song Changming’s, then drank it down.

This matter he hadn’t shared with anyone else, only today when Song Changming came did he feel like talking about it.

Firstly, Song Changming was the last person he foresaw in the future, and perhaps, deep down, he believed only Song Changming could calm his tumultuous heart.

Beside them, Su Qingqing remained silent, still just listening quietly.

She saw that Li Jinyu’s mood seemed improved, and the bold words spoken by Song Changming, she believed in them wholeheartedly.

As long as the young master was here, then any world-ending catastrophe wasn’t scary at all.

She believed Song Changming could handle everything.

Later, the two talked about many experiences since their last meeting, all worthy of a few words.

Until the wine pot was empty did Li Jinyu comfortably rise.

"Let’s go, Brother Song, I’ll take you to meet our Dean of the Celestial Tao Academy."

"Alright." Song Changming agreed.

Li Jinyu, hands on his back, fingers clutching an empty wine pot, walked with his usual casual gait.

Only his steps were much lighter than before.

Along the way, many disciples wearing Taoist robes met him, and each greeted Li Jinyu with respect.

Li Jinyu replied to each one.

Song Changming now basically understood why Li Jinyu held such a high position in the Celestial Tao Academy.

He was taken as a direct disciple by the Sect Leader, equal in status to some Elders in the Celestial Tao Academy, so disciples and followers mostly showed him respect.

Suddenly, Song Changming looked up to see flocks of birds and wild geese flying from afar, landing within the mountain peak’s Taoist gate.

Each of these birds had Celestial Tao Academy disciples riding them.

Flying mounts were a popular mode of travel for these mountain cultivators, a trend even.

Convenient for entry and exit without having to climb the mountain every time.

"Seems like the disciples of Celestial Tao Academy aren’t all homebodies after all."

Song Changming casually remarked, his attention caught by the sky above the academy.

With each returning disciple, an array symbol flashed briefly above before vanishing.

Song Changming knew well that was the manifestation of a Rune Array.

With his Talisman Tao mastery, he understood the intricacies at just a glance.

"Impressive Celestial Tao Academy, these ubiquitous Rune Arrays must be more than Level Six Rune Arrays," Song Changming commented.

"Sharp eyes, Brother Song, this Qian Array is a Level Seven Array. When the sky is locked, even a Late stage Grandmaster finds it hard to breach.

Thus, only academy disciples can access from above."

"Is this Qian Array a Celestial Tao Academy original creation?" Song Changming inquired.

After all, Level Seven Rune Arrays were exceedingly rare in the outside world.

Even in major cities, the City Defense Arrays generally were just Level Six, not reaching Level Seven.

"Indeed, it seems like a creation from Third Uncle San Sheng’s early works." Li Jinyu nodded.

"A truly intricate Rune Array, remarkable!" Song Changming praised.

Currently, his Talisman Tao mastery allowed him to set up Level Six Rune Arrays, yet still far from mastering and arranging Level Seven Grand Arrays.

"Don’t let Third Uncle San Sheng hear that, or he’ll boast to you for a day and night," Li Jinyu chuckled.

Laughing and chatting, they walked onward.

For Brother Jinyu to bring two outsiders, the passing Celestial Tao Academy disciples all cast curious glances.

It seemed it was the first time this lazy senior showed willingness to lead outsiders.

In the past, Li Jinyu always avoided such troublesome matters, even dodging visit requests from the Sect Leader with various excuses.

"This one... such a strong presence!"

A few disciples of considerable power passing by keenly noticed the overpowering aura from Song Changming!

"And what’s up with this Qi Blood, some kind of monster..."

"An intimidating character, looking so young, too."

"Who is this sacred figure?"

The group watched Song Changming and his companions depart, then withdrew their gaze, frowning slightly, no further thoughts.

Though they were quite wary of Song Changming, the outsider of unknown identity, having Li Jinyu accompany him suggested Song Changming was no danger.

Elsewhere, Song Changming was led near an ancient hall.

"We’re here, it’s right here, Brother Song, I’ve informed the Dean already, you can go straight in and I’ll wait outside." Li Jinyu suddenly halted.

"Hmm?" Song Changming looked at Li Jinyu, a bit puzzled.

Li Jinyu cleared his throat, a little embarrassed, "Previously, a Tao infused golden pheasant raised by our Dean on the mountain was accidentally cooked by me, so it’s not convenient to see him now..."

Song Changming twitched his mouth, stifling a response.

"Yet another surprise from you, Brother Li."

Song Changming didn’t insist, letting Su Qingqing wait outside also, then entered the Taoist Hall alone.

At the hall entrance were two young attendants, both wearing disciple robes.

Song Changming handed over the Token from Emperor Yun.

"Yun Province, Song Changming, here to pay respects to the Celestial Tao Academy."

The young attendant didn’t take the token, instead saying directly, "Master instructed that today’s guest should enter straight away. Master has been waiting for quite some time."

"Alright." Song Changming nodded, holding the token as he entered the hall.

Inside, a white-bearded old Taoist sat cross-legged, with the vast hall empty but for him.

The old Taoist wore a simple pure white robe, with long hair tied atop, exuding an aura of transcendence.

"You must be Song Changming, mentioned by Emperor Yun and that rascal Jinyu," the old Taoist spoke first with his back to Song Changming.

"Yes, on this unannounced visit I did not intend to keep the Dean waiting. It was disrespectful of me." Song Changming bowed respectfully.

"No problem, you helped untangle my foolish disciple’s heart knot, I am very pleased. Regarding your purpose here, I am well aware.

You are welcome to stay as many days as you wish here at Celestial Tao Academy. You’re free to observe, discuss, and participate in the Star Sealing Array research, I allow it."

The old Dean was straightforward, with no roundabout talk, and even before Song Changming asked, agreed to his request for this visit.

"Thank you, Sect Leader." Song Changming said.

"No need for thanks, if you truly contribute to the Rune Array research someday, that will be the greatest reciprocation." The old Dean slowly rose, looked at Song Changming, and said calmly.

"I will certainly do my best." Song Changming nodded.

"Hey, young lad, not a small boast there, go on, follow my foolish disciple around. Also, tell him, I’ve temporarily excused him for the pheasant incident." The old Dean chuckled lightly, waved dismissively.

"The junior will pass on the message." Song Changming said, then left.

With the old Dean’s assent, there were no more hindrances in his path.

The sole Level Ten Grand Array, the highest and only Grand Array of its level, ’Sealed Star,’ held the key to preventing the Star devouring Dragon’s emergence.

It’s also crucial in stopping the appearance of world-ending disasters!

No matter what, he must try to master it, ready for any contingencies.

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