Chapter 912 The Eight True Immortals, Li Xiao's Decision (5 More, Kneeling)
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"Lu Dongbin, is that Lu Dongbin?"
Li Xiao asked with some surprise and uncertainty.
Facing Li Xiao's scorching gaze, the Heavenly Master nodded unequivocally: "It is indeed Lu Zu, the founder of the Quanzhen Sect. His status in Taoism is not far behind that of the founder Zhang Daoling."
Lu Dongbin, Han Zhongli, Lan Caihe, Han Xiangzi, Cao Guojiu, Zhang Guolao, Tieguaili and He Xiangu, these eight people are the legendary Eight Immortals.
Their hearts are in harmony with the Tao, and their forms are transformed into gods. They have all reached the realm of true immortals, and they are also the mainstay among the gods and Buddhas.
There is a saying that the eight immortals cross the sea and each show their magical powers. It means that these eight immortals have magical powers that are like communicating with gods.
Although Lu Dongbin is not the "boss" in the ranking of the Eight Immortals, his influence is unmatched by the other Seven Immortals. There are only a few dedicated temples for the Seven Immortals such as Zhongli of Han Dynasty, but there are thousands of Lu Zu temples and Lu Zu Pavilions dedicated to Lu Dongbin.
It is a household name everywhere, which shows its huge influence.
You must know that in the White Snake Plane, there are gods and Buddhas such as Queen Mother of the West, Guanyin and King Yama, so it is not surprising that Lu Dongbin exists.
"If you put it this way, it makes sense."
As if recalling something, Li Xiao smiled lightly and whispered.
Before, Li Xiao was still wondering why that god would do such unreliable things as hanging glutinous rice balls and selling elixirs, but now Li Xiao finally showed a look of surprise.
As a true immortal known to all women and children, Lu Dongbin has many titles in the world.
In addition, there is another title called Sao Immortal. In other words, he is greedy for wine, sex and wealth, and is far less pure-minded than other immortals.
Even when the Queen Mother celebrates her birthday, she will give instructions to her subordinates: "Lu Dongbin, one of the Eight Immortals, is not allowed to come. He is greedy for wine, sex, wealth and energy."
Guanyin Bodhisattva once warned Lu Dongbin: "At the beginning, you fell drunk three times in Yueyang Tower, which is good wine; you married He Xiangu privately, this was lust; you sold ink in Dingzhou, this was greed for money; flying swords to kill Huanglong, this was
Shang Qi. Now that you have become an immortal, why don’t you give up drinking, sex, and wealth?”
Through the evaluation of these two people, it is not difficult to find that Lu Dongbin is not a fairy who sticks to his duties. He likes to play with the world and indulge in the world. Selling elixirs as glutinous rice balls, such a cynical style is very similar to his style.
At the same time, Li Xiao felt a little lucky in his heart.
Humans and monsters have different paths, and the monsters must be eradicated. This is what Master Tian often said when he was teaching the disciples of Longhu Mountain.
It is the duty of a Taoist priest to subjugate demons and eliminate demons, and he cannot collude with demons, let alone compete for elixirs for the demon clan.
If it were normal days, the Heavenly Master might have scolded Li Xiao.
However, this matter became different because of Lu Zu's involvement.
The reason why Lu Dongbin threw the elixir into the Xiaoshui Lake and indirectly gave it to the White Snake Demon must have his deep meaning, or it could be said to be God's will, and it cannot be reversed by Li Xiao.
It is precisely because of this that the old master did not blame Li Xiao. On the contrary, he was very happy because he could meet the fate of immortality.
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"Lu Zu, junior brother, have you ever had a relationship with Lu Zu?"
When he heard Lu Zu's name, Zhang Yingshao on the side also put away his original gloomy expression, full of longing and yearning.
He was a powerful person among the eight true immortals, and his name resounded throughout the land of Jiuzhou.
Achieving Taoism through cultivation and ascending to the level of a true immortal is the dream of many Taoists.
"Why don't I have this kind of fate?"
Zhang Yingshao shook his head in a somewhat frantic manner, and said in a somewhat depressed tone.
"Everything has a fate, and seeking immortality also has a fate. When you were in Yongzhou City, if you hadn't been greedy for fame and been invited to a banquet by the county governor, you would not have missed the chance to meet Lu Zu."
"Your Taoist heart is deficient and has not yet been perfected. There will always be a barrier to your cultivation. This is also your weakness."
Using the excuse of praising Li Xiao, the Heavenly Master couldn't help but reprimand Zhang Yingshao.
"This is what the master taught me."
Zhang Yingshao responded with some dissatisfaction, glanced at Li Xiao not far away, and the jealousy in his narrow eyes became more intense!
Why doesn't he have any destiny?
Why was Li Xiao able to take advantage of everything and take advantage of him? He was unwilling to do so! However, due to the presence of the Heavenly Master, Zhang Yingshao's jealousy was suppressed in his heart and did not show it.
At this time, the old Heavenly Master sitting in the high hall stopped the smile on his face, then pursed his lips tightly, and said to Li Xiao solemnly: "Li Xiao, are you interested in succeeding to the position of Heavenly Master and carrying forward our mission?"
The doctrine of Zhengyi?"
The old Heavenly Master's pair of deep and profound eyes penetrated the void, fell directly on Li Xiao, and asked with a bit of hope and expectation.
As soon as these words came out, Zhang Yingshao's heart skipped a beat, and he looked at Li Xiao nervously and anxiously.
Under the gazes of the old Heavenly Master and Zhang Yingshao, Li Xiao shook his head calmly and said: "Thank you Master for your kindness. It's just that after this disciple's training in the mountains, I also understood my true intention. I have no intention of succeeding the Heavenly Master."
I just hope that I can travel around the world and live a carefree life, and I hope that the master will make it happen."
After finishing his words, Li Xiao bowed his hands to the Heavenly Master and expressed his feelings.
Through this experience in the mountains, Li Xiao has roughly tested the value of force in this aspect, and has made a rough judgment in his mind.
There should still be some time before the plot of the movie starts. Taking this opportunity, Li Xiao wants to travel around in pursuit of opportunities.
Moreover, in the Shushan Legend plane, he already had the experience of being the head of a sect.
In the new dimension, he no longer wants to be restrained like this and is free, which is more in line with his true nature.
"Sure enough, do you still want to choose to leave Longhu Mountain? That's all, everyone has their own ambitions, so don't force it."
The Heavenly Master sighed, feeling a little regretful.
In the eyes of the old Heavenly Master, Li Xiao was a perfect candidate for the position of Heavenly Master because of his deep cultivation and profound character. However, he had no intention of doing so, and the old Heavenly Master couldn't force him.
This was also within his expectation.
Just like Li Xiao is best at swordsmanship, a sharp sword full of edge should be used across the world, so how could it be in a corner and restricted.
Therefore, Master Tian did not reject Li Xiao's proposal.
In other words, Li Xiao is already destined to be an immortal. Leaving Longhu Mountain this time is not a bad thing for him. Perhaps traveling around the world can help Li Xiao understand the way to ascend to immortality more quickly.
There will be a broader world outside the mountains.