CHAPTER 847: CHAPTER 510: THE TREASURE OF THE PREVIOUS DYNASTY

Yu Xiu? In the records, one of the first generation "Zhu Dian children" that Zhang Yan Yi accepted? A Daoist priestess of the same generation as "Little Heavenly Master" Zhong Pan?

Zhao Douan was stunned for a moment, subconsciously recalling the file on this person in his mind.

His gaze swept over the green jade flying sword hanging at the opponent’s waist, revealing a look of realization:

"So it’s the Jade Sleeve Priestess, I’ve long admired your distinguished name. When His Majesty returned after the battle at Baihua Village, he mentioned that you also assisted that day. Unfortunately, the situation was special at the time, and I couldn’t thank you in person."

Yu Xiu gave a faint smile and returned the courtesy with a bow: "Mr. Zhao is too kind; I was just following my master’s orders."

Zhao Douan smiled and gave You Jinhua and her daughter a reassuring look. The two women understood, smiled at the guest, twisted their waists, and left.

They cleared the inner hall for the two to talk privately.

"I wonder when the Jade Sleeve Priestess returned to the Capital? Had I known earlier, I would have visited the Heavenly Master Mansion to pay my respects in advance." Zhao Douan made a "please" gesture, lifted his robe hem, and sat opposite the priestess.

Taking a closer look at her brows and eyes, he couldn’t help but be even more amazed.

Come to think of it, this Yu Xiu and Zhong Pan are of the same generation of disciples and should be similar in age, but Zhong Pan is old and ugly, while the "Green Jade Sword" is clearly well-maintained.

What’s more commendable is that, even as a cultivator, just sitting there gives off a fresh and calm aura, like a green lotus in the rolling red dust, untainted.

Yu Xiu’s demeanor was natural, with her slender, light eyebrows straight:

"I just arrived in the Capital today. After the battle at Baihua Village, Zhong Pan left on his own, and Jin Jian, Gongshu, and I returned to report. Upon entering the city, I heard of Mr. Zhao’s triumphant return."

After a pause, she continued slowly:

"Being a poor Daoist constantly on the move, I have often heard of Mr. Zhao’s name as well.

Especially recently, when returning to the Central Plains from Yunfu Road, the local Zhengyang School was also lecturing about the so-called New Study. Though I don’t understand it, I know Mr. Zhengyang is a great scholar of this era and regards you as his teacher.

The current Holy Emperor, with extraordinary talents, also relies heavily on you;

It is said that even the Worldly Venerate of the Buddhist sect has manifested because of you... My master, being a recluse for many years, personally drafted a decree to have us go to your aid.

Just from these encounters, saying you are the first among the younger generation today is not an exaggeration."

The court documents recorded that this Yu Xiu had an aloof nature, with a slightly mad demeanor and a rebellious character... How can she praise people like this, is the file outdated, or did I encounter a fake "Green Jade Sword"...

Zhao Douan’s ears turned red from the straightforward praise, and he hurriedly said modestly:

"Jade Sleeve Priestess is too kind, the rumors outside are exaggerated. I, being a newcomer in learning, how can I deserve such an evaluation, it’s just luck."

Yu Xiu looked at him seriously, pondering upon hearing his words:

"Just luck? Then I’m even more interested in you."

"...?"

Zhao Douan had a peculiar expression, glanced to ensure the inner hall door was open, then returned his gaze, and tactfully said:

"Jade Sleeve Priestess, I am already engaged to His Majesty."

Sigh... Although you are excellent, and this bold confession is admirable, unfortunately, my heart only has room for Zhenbao, and cannot accommodate a second person...

Yu Xiu’s light and slender eyebrows furrowed, seemingly understanding his misunderstanding, and she spoke decisively:

"I, a poor Daoist, have no interest in Mr. Zhao, nor do I intend to seek a Daoist companion; Mr. Zhao is overthinking."

"..." Zhao Douan’s expression was stiff, and he forced a smile, "Haha, Jade Sleeve Priestess misunderstood, I never..."

The priestess from the Goddess Hall, with charming and elegant eyes, stared at him as if seeing through a lie: "You did."

"..." Zhao Douan was silent for a moment, then took the initiative to change the subject: "So, I wonder why the priestess came this time?"

Yu Xiu, accustomed to doing her own thing, disliked beating around the bush. The previous pleasantries were already her limit of patience. Seeing Zhao Douan inquire, she straightforwardly said:

"I came to verify whether you have the potential of the ’Child of Heaven and Earth’."

"Child of Heaven and Earth?" Zhao Douan was taken aback, not expecting this answer.

Yu Xiu nodded matter-of-factly:

"Do you know, in the history of the past few thousand years, every few hundred years, there emerges a person of extraordinary talent, beyond common sense, with great fortune and opportunity, truly remarkable. For example, the founding Grand Ancestor of Yu Country, or the Moya Practitioner from a thousand years ago in the Western Regions... all can be called unparalleled talents, worthy of the title ’Child of Heaven and Earth’."

Tsk, if you had come a few days earlier, I couldn’t have answered... Zhao Douan smiled slightly, nodded, and said:

"Naturally aware, but you must have guessed wrong, Priestess. I was born and raised in the Capital, incomparable to the seniors you mentioned who have roamed far and wide."

Hmph... Such probing, your master already mentioned a few days ago, doubting whether I am related to the "Mubei Forest", you are late... Zhao Douan felt a bit smug.

Yu Xiu shook her head: "Are you trying to say you’ve never been to Mubei Forest, so you’re different from those people?"

"Isn’t that the case?" Zhao Douan smiled and asked in return.

He was now suspecting it was Zhang testing once and still not giving up, sending a disciple to make another attempt.

The identity of a transmigrator must never be exposed.

Yu Xiu didn’t answer this question, but instead, changed the topic and asked:

"Mr. Zhao, do you know where the disciples our masters took in, who have completed their training, usually are? What do they do?"

Why bring this up... Zhao Douan cautiously answered:

"I’m told they travel in the four directions, eliminating evil gods and magicians, upholding the righteous path, as well as comprehending the Heavenly Dao, seeking opportunities to become Heavenly Human."

Yu Xiu nodded gently: "Then do you know, where people like me and Zhong Pan have gone?"

This time, before Zhao Douan could respond, Yu Xiu explained on her own:

"Jin Jian and Gongshu, with shallower cultivation, only operate within the Central Plains. Last year, our third junior sister and fourth junior brother were still in Yu Country, but have now gone beyond its borders. Zhong Pan and I often roam the frontiers and only return occasionally."