AWB Chapter 259 Heavenly Temple
Chapter 259 Heavenly Temple
"Senior, do you know who entered the Heavenly Realm last time?"
Upon hearing the old shopkeeper's words, Duan Zhengchun's eyes lit up, and he immediately asked curiously.
"I don't know, I wasn't even born then, I only heard old people mention it."
"However, I heard that the man, like you, exudes arrogance and is also a swordsman."
The old shopkeeper smiled and shook his head, recalling the events as he spoke.
"How did you know I was a swordsman, senior?"
Duan Zhengchun's expression changed slightly. He turned to look at the old shopkeeper and asked, puzzled.
"This sword box is obviously priceless, and the sword hidden inside must be extraordinary as well. I can sense the sword energy sealed within the sword box."
The old shopkeeper nodded, looked at the sword box that Duan Zhengchun was standing at his feet, and said with a smile.
Upon hearing this, Duan Zhengchun frowned and looked at the old shopkeeper again in surprise.
He hadn't expected that the old shopkeeper was actually a master!
"I'm sorry to ask, but why does everyone in this town possess true qi, even the children? Does everyone in the Heavenly Realm practice martial arts?"
Duan Zhengchun hesitated for a moment, then slowly asked.
"That's not true qi, but spiritual power. Within the Heavenly Domain, there is a constant flow of spiritual power everywhere. People are exposed to it day and night from birth, so everyone has some skill or power."
"But it's not about practicing martial arts, it's about cultivation. Everyone in the Heavenly Realm is a cultivator. Those who achieve greatness can fly through the sky and dive into the earth, and are capable of anything."
The old shopkeeper smiled and said something, then slowly turned around and went back behind the counter, saying nothing more.
After watching the old shopkeeper return to the counter, Duan Zhengchun slowly withdrew his gaze, his surprise still hard to calm down.
Now he finally understood the difference between the celestial realm and the mortal realm.
After a hearty meal, Duan Zhengchun did not linger. He led everyone on another journey into the heart of the Heavenly Domain, wanting to see what other special features the Heavenly Domain held.
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Two days later.
The procession stopped at the foot of a steep mountain. Duan Zhengchun jumped off the carriage, looked up at the mountain in front of him, and his expression was slightly solemn.
This mountain is called Tianming Mountain. On his journey, he heard that there was a temple on Tianming Mountain called Tianmiao.
Legend has it that the Heavenly Temple is the most sacred place in the Heavenly Realm, and the people living in the temple are all enlightened masters who do not concern themselves with worldly affairs and can understand the secrets of heaven.
So Duan Zhengchun made a special trip here, wanting to go up the mountain to find out if he could really find out his destiny.
Immediately afterwards, Duan Zhengchun led the women and Qin Mohan up the steep stone steps, heading towards the summit.
The Qingyi Guards did not accompany them. Since this was a sacred place, it would not be appropriate to bring so many people armed with sharp weapons up here.
After a long while, the group finally reached the summit and saw a sacred temple. The people inside were dressed in black cloth, neither monks nor Taoists.
Led by a young boy who was welcoming guests, Duan Zhengchun and his entourage slowly entered a large hall to offer incense.
Duan Zhengchun glanced at the unknown statue in front of him, bowed three times, and inserted a long incense stick into the incense burner.
"What does the young master seek?"
After bowing respectfully, the young man asked softly.
"I want to know my destiny."
Duan Zhengchun returned the greeting with clasped hands and slowly said a sentence.
"Master, please follow me."
Only for the young master.
The young man who greeted the guests said something, and then walked straight towards the side hall.
Upon hearing that only Duan Zhengchun was allowed to go, the others couldn't help but show worry and wanted to dissuade him.
"It's alright, you guys wait for me here."
Seeing the expressions on everyone's faces, Duan Zhengchun smiled and said something, then followed the young man who was greeting guests into the side hall.
After passing through the side hall, Duan Zhengchun followed the welcoming boy into a meditation room, where he saw an old man with white hair and beard sitting on a futon with his back to the door.
The meditation room was filled with a sacred atmosphere, and Duan Zhengchun saw the same statue standing in the corner behind the old man.
After bringing Duan Zhengchun to the room, the young man who had greeted the guest silently bowed to the old man, then left the meditation room without saying a word and slowly closed the door.
Duan Zhengchun glanced at the silent old man with his eyes closed, hesitated for a moment, looked around, and then sat down on another futon next to him without saying a word.
He could sense that the septuagenarian master before him not only radiated a sacred aura, but was also an unfathomable expert!
Just then, the master suddenly opened his eyes slowly, his sharp gaze fixed on Duan Zhengchun.
When their eyes met, they both saw a hint of surprise in each other's eyes.
"Young master is an outstanding person in the mortal realm. He was able to defeat the Fire Scale Beast and seriously injure Guan Jiannu of the Heavenly Domain with his mortal body. He is no ordinary person and will surely be extraordinary in the future!"
"I only hope that no matter what happens to you in the future, you will stay true to your principles and never go astray."
"Amidst the chaos of the world, never forget your true self!"
After observing Duan Zhengchun intently for a moment, the master said something meaningful.
Upon hearing this, Duan Zhengchun's expression turned solemn. He hadn't expected that the master could not only tell at a glance that he came from the mortal world, but also knew everything that had happened at Tianyu Pass!
"I never expected the master to be so insightful. I admire him greatly."
"It seems this Heavenly Temple truly lives up to its reputation!"
Duan Zhengchun hesitated for a moment, then respectfully clasped his hands in a salute and said with a devout expression.
"Young Master Duan, have you come here to find out what your destiny holds?"
The master stroked his beard, smiled, and slowly asked.
Upon hearing this, Duan Zhengchun's expression changed drastically. He looked at the master with great surprise and a solemn expression.
The young man who greeted the guest did not utter a single word after entering the meditation room, but the master seemed to already know his purpose and even mentioned his surname, which made Duan Zhengchun feel even more incredulous!
"Young Master Duan, there's no need to be surprised. I already knew about you the moment you entered the Heavenly Domain."
"I also know that the battle at Tianyu Pass has alarmed the entire Tianyu region. Now all the major sects are looking for you. Young Master Duan, your future path will likely be fraught with danger."
"A slight mishap could lead to something unforeseen, so I must remind you, young master, to be more careful in the future."
The master smiled and stared intently at Duan Zhengchun as he spoke.
By the end, the smile on his face had gradually disappeared.
"Since you, Master, are able to foresee the future, then what is my destiny?"
Duan Zhengchun asked slowly, his expression grave.
But after listening, the master shook his head helplessly and said thoughtfully, "I don't know."
Duan Zhengchun frowned, puzzled, and asked, "Master, you don't want to tell me?"
The master shook his head and smiled wryly, continuing, "It's not that I don't want to tell you, but that I truly don't know."
"I can see through the past and present lives of anyone who enters the Heavenly Temple to inquire about their destiny, but I cannot see through you. As for why, I have no answer."
"That's why I said earlier that I hope you will be more careful in the future, so as to avoid any unforeseen events."
"Although I cannot comprehend your destiny, I know that you, young master, possess a noble spirit and are a beacon of righteousness. That is why I made an exception to see you."
Upon hearing this, Duan Zhengchun realized that not everyone who climbed Tianming Mountain could meet the master, nor was everyone qualified to see their own destiny.
He guessed that the reason the master couldn't understand his destiny might be because he didn't originally belong to this world and was an accident; otherwise, he couldn't find a second answer.
"I have told you everything I know and can say. As for how to proceed from here, that is up to you."
The master smiled and poured Duan Zhengchun a cup of tea, then spoke earnestly.
"Thank you, Master."
"It is getting late. May I ask if I may stay the night on the mountain?"
Duan Zhengchun clasped his hands in a respectful greeting and asked somewhat embarrassedly.
"Please make yourself at home, young master. I will have someone arrange your accommodations in a short while."
"The people down the mountain will also be taken care of, please rest assured, young master."
The master nodded and agreed without hesitation.
Duan Zhengchun bowed again, then slowly rose and walked out of the meditation room.
The master's extraordinary abilities had already broadened his horizons, so he wasn't too surprised when the master said that there were still Green-Clad Guards down the mountain.
"It seems this boy is about to turn the celestial realm, which has been dormant for many years, upside down..."
The master watched Duan Zhengchun's departing figure, murmured something thoughtfully, and then pursed his lips, revealing a meaningful smile...