Chapter 59: Hundred Years Old Birthday

  Yao Guang smiled and said, "Second Brother's letter mentioned that Wu Jie's figure is suitable for this pair of bangles. I think they should fit her, let's try them on now. If they don't fit well, I'll find a better one another day."

  Yin Su hurriedly spoke up, "This pair of bangles is already very good, there's no need for anything more expensive, I appreciate your kind intentions, little sister."

  As she spoke, she put the bangle on her hand and it fit perfectly.

  The jade bangle set off her skin, making it three times whiter, and radiant with a soft glow.

  Yao Guang saw Yin Su wearing the bangles and thought they suited her very well. He smiled and said, "For ten years, Fifth Brother has been relying on Fifth Sister-in-law's care, so a pair of bangles is nothing. Fifth Sister-in-law can rest assured and accept them. Fifth Brother has indeed been neglecting Fifth Sister-in-law for many years, hasn't he?"

  Zhang Cuishan and the others drifted to a deserted island. Even if they had a lot of money, it would be impossible to get silk, satin, gold and silver jewelry on the island. In this regard, Zhang Cuishan owed Yin Susu a lot, but Yin Susu loved her husband dearly and never mentioned it. Although Zhang Cuishan was both literary and martial arts accomplished, he hadn't thought of this aspect until now. When Yao Guang mentioned it, he couldn't help but blush and said: "Susu, I was neglectful."

  Yin Su immediately shook her head and said, "Fifth brother, don't say such things."

  Zhang Cuishan and his wife were deeply in love, and a glance at each other was enough to understand each other's intentions. In the silence between them, there was a deep and unspoken understanding.

  Yu Lianzhou was originally taciturn, and only by looking at the two of them did he feel comforted in his heart. Yin Litang had married Ji Xiaofu and was quite understanding of men's and women's matters. Seeing that Wu Ge and Wu Sao's feelings for each other were very deep, he only wished them well and didn't have any other thoughts.

  Song Qing Shu quietly tugged at Yao Guang's sleeve, and when she slightly bent her waist, he leaned in close to her ear and whispered, "Little Shifu, is this what they mean by 'conveying emotions through eyebrows and eyes'?"

  Yao Guang nodded and couldn't help but chuckle as she reached out to poke Song Qing's forehead, saying in a low voice, "Heart knows without saying."

  She didn't completely prohibit Song Qing from coming into contact with these things, nor did she ever say that she would burn all the books. She let Song Qing choose for himself, if he wanted to read them, then he could read them. Because when she was young, Yu Rui had also taught her in this way, and many things were vaguely understood in her heart from childhood, but she never said them out loud. The master and apprentice kept this tacit understanding, with many things being mutually understood without needing to be spoken aloud. But unexpectedly, Song Qing turned out to be different from her after all, and now he had actually asked the question out loud, so she could only specially remind him once more.

  Although the two of them spoke in low voices, there was no one else present who had poor hearing, and for a moment both Zhang Cuishan and Yin Susu's faces turned bright red.

  Yin Litang couldn't help but burst out laughing.

  It used to be him who was always put in an awkward position, but now it's actually the case with Fifth Brother as well.

  Afterwards, Zhang Cuishan and Yin Susu both felt embarrassed to walk side by side. Zhang Cuishan pulled over Song Qingchu to chat with him, while Yin Susu started talking with Yao Guang.

  When several people returned to Zi Xiao Palace, Song Yuanqiao had been waiting at the door. Seeing Zhang Cuishan return safely, he was also emotionally excited and his eyes were filled with tears.

  Yao Guang pulled Yin Su Su back and said she wanted to introduce her to Liu Jie Xiāo Fú.

  Yin Su knew that she was going to give way to those few fellow disciples, and couldn't help but feel grateful for Yao Guang's thoughtfulness, smiling as she accepted her kindness.

  Then the outer interval was a few Shixiong who told each other about their parting emotions, and inside, Yao Guang and two sisters-in-law casually talked about family matters. Ji Xiaofu took out several new sets of clothes that had not been worn before and gave them to Yin Susu. After receiving them, Yin Susu asked anxiously what to do if Zhang Zhenren did not agree. Since she learned that she was going back to the Central Plains, she has been worried about this problem at all times. At first, Yu Lianzhou's attitude was not good, and she was also uneasy in her heart. Now, seeing several Shixiong and sisters being very friendly, she was even more worried that if Zhang Zhenren did not allow it, with Zhang Cuishan's filial piety to his master, the couple might have another disaster.

  Yao Guang suddenly lost his smile.

  "Wu Jie thinks too much. Master is very open-minded and will not oppose this for this reason. Over the years, Master has had some opinions about Tianying Sect, but that's because Wu Daxia had an accident at the Tianying Sect's Yangdao Conference, now that the misunderstanding is cleared up, Master will not oppose it, maybe he can even make friends with Tianying Sect for the sake of Wu Daxia and Wu Jie. Wu Jie can rest assured."

  Although Yao Guang said so, Yin Su was still a bit nervous.

  Yao Guang sighed, grasped Yin Su's hand and said: "If all else fails, our master siblings will kneel down together to beg, and Master will definitely let you stay. Can fifth sister be at ease now?"

  Ji Xiaofu also smiled and persuaded: "Snow Shimei said it was extremely right. Wu Jie, Master loves Snow Shimei the most, she has said so, there must be no problem."

  Yin Su saw that the two of them were determined, and she had no choice but to put her mind at ease for the time being. After they left, she wrote a letter to her father, specifically asking him to prepare two sets of thick gifts, one for Liu Di Mei and one for Xiao Shifu Mei. She thought carefully and realized that Yao Guang's attire was simple and unadorned with any hairpins or accessories, so even if she sent gold, silver, and jewels, Yao Guang might not like them. Therefore, she wrote down the style of Daoist robes and Yao Guang's measurements, intentionally asking her father to make a few sets of better clothes according to these specifications.

  As she put down her pen, Yin Susu looked at the jade bangle on her wrist and thought for a moment before picking up her pen again to add that it would be best to send a few clever and innocent little maids along.

  There are many Taoist children on Mount Wudang, and few women. I suppose that in daily life, many things can't be done without the help of my younger sister and sixth brother's wife. If we can save them some trouble, it would be better.

  Just in the few days when Yin Susu was nervous, the calendar gradually turned to April 8th, and Zhang Sanfeng came out of the mountain.

  Yin Su's heart was extremely nervous, and when she heard that Zhang Sanfeng wanted to see her, she was even more afraid of doing something wrong. In the end, she was still pulled out by Ji Xiaofu with a mixture of pulling and supporting.

  Just then, Zhang Sanfeng was answering Zhang Cuishan's questions, saying: "What about the Tianying Sect? Cuishan, as a person, first of all, you must not be too narrow-minded. Don't think that just because you are from a famous and orthodox school, you can look down on others. The distinction between good and evil is originally hard to make. If an orthodox disciple has an unrighteous heart, then he is an evil follower. But if someone from an evil sect cultivates goodness with all his heart, then he is a righteous gentleman."

  Yin Susu knelt down in front of Zhang Sanfeng and called out "Shifu" along with Zhang Cuishan.

  Zhang Sanfeng smiled and helped them up.

  Zhang Cuishan and Yin Susu were both overjoyed. The matter that had troubled them for over a decade was resolved so easily.

  Yin Susu thought of what Yao Guang had said earlier, and her heart was even more emotional. She secretly thought that the famous schools have their own magnanimity and demeanor, and she couldn't bring out the habits of the Tianying Sect again in the future. Otherwise, how could she face the deep feelings and friendship of the Wudang School?

  Zhang Sanfeng continued, "Your father-in-law is a man I've had spiritual interactions with for a long time. I have great admiration for his exceptional martial arts skills and he's indeed a generous and straightforward extraordinary man. Although he has a somewhat eccentric personality and behaves in an unconventional manner, he's not a despicable person. We can certainly befriend this kind of friend."

  Just as he was saying this, a Taoist boy came in and reported: "Someone sent by the Heavenly Eagle Sect's Master Yin has arrived with gifts!"

  Zhang Sanfeng smiled and said: "Father-in-law has arrived with gifts, Cuishan, go welcome the guests!"

  Zhang Cuishan replied: "Yes!"

  Yin Su also gave a wink to Yao Guang and Ji Xiao Fu, warmly inviting them: "Sixth brother and sister, little Shifu, would you please accompany me?"

  A few people walked out together, and saw two old men standing in the hall, wearing a Luo hat and straight clothes, dressed in family uniform. Seeing Zhang Cuishan come out, they took a few steps forward, knelt down and asked for peace.

  Zhang Cuishan exchanged a few pleasantries with the two men, who respectfully presented him with a gift list and said: "My master and mistress have prepared some humble gifts, please accept them, sir."

  Zhang Cuishan thanked him and opened the gift list, only to be shocked. On more than a dozen mud-gold paper, there were a total of 200 gifts written on it. The first item was "Biyu Lion Pair", the second item was "Feicui Phoenix Pair". After countless jewels, there were also "Special Product Purple Wolf Hair Hundred Branches", "Tribute Tang Ink Twenty Ingots", "Xuanhe Rice Paper Hundred Knives", "Top-grade Duan Inkstone Eight Sides" and so on, all of which were the four treasures of the study.

  Zhang Cuishan was still amazed at this thick gift, but saw two people bow down on one side.

  "Mr. Xin has no blessings and no good fortune, he greets you with a humble gift. My master and mistress have prepared some small gifts, please accept them with a smile."

  Yin Wu Fu handed over an invoice.

  Ji Xiaofu looked at Yin Susu with some surprise, seeing Yin Susu's joyful expression and encouraging gaze towards Yao Guang. She followed suit and turned her head, only to see the young Wudang sister politely accept the gift list, scan it briefly, and smile in gratitude without revealing anything on her face. Ji Xiaofu couldn't help but feel curious, took a few steps forward, and was shocked to see that the gift list included a row of precious ancient Taoist classics, writing materials, Taoist robes and hats, dusters, jade pendants, and other items. The remaining rare and valuable antiques, such as jade ornaments and carved stones, were worth a fortune. She looked at Yao Guang again, saw her calm demeanor, and couldn't help but greatly admire her opponent's ability to remain composed.

  Yin Wu Fu and Yin Wu Lu waved their hands, and a dozen porters came in from outside, carrying in large boxes one after another.

  After this busy work was over, it took more than half an hour. The two said they didn't dare to delay everyone any longer and immediately went down the mountain.

  Yin Su walked over with a smile and asked Yao Guang, "Little junior sister, what do you think of these? Are they suitable as a meeting gift?"

  Yao Guang handed over the gift list, smiling: "Wu Jie is really polite. Anyway, we are all one family, and it's impolite to refuse a gift from an elder, so I'll just thank Uncle and Aunt here, thanks for your trouble, Wu Jie, these books are hard to collect now, aren't they?"

  Yin SuSu saw the radiant smile and felt relieved, laughing: "As long as Little Sister likes it, a little hardship is nothing." She turned her head to look at Ji XiaoFu, saying: "Sixth Brother's wife, I also prepared something for you, but I don't know if you'll like it." As she spoke, she pointed to the several trunks behind her, opening one of them. Inside, there were rows and rows of women's accessories, with various fabrics underneath, of high quality and intricate patterns.

  Ji Xiaofu was taken aback and said: "Wu Sao, how... this is really too polite of you, I don't dare to accept it... my husband will probably not..."

  Yin Su said: "We sisters send some things, Sixth Brother will say more, Sixth Sister just accept it, so I won't be uneasy in my heart."

  Ji Xiaofu was still a bit uncertain, her gaze drifting unconsciously towards Yao Guang, and seeing her lightly nodding, she finally relaxed and put it away, repeatedly expressing gratitude.

  Song Yuanqiao and others came over, saw the many gifts piled up in the great hall, and couldn't help but ask again. They learned that Zhang Cuishan and Yao Guang had both received generous gifts, and everyone else didn't seem unhappy, but rather seemed very accustomed to it.

  That afternoon, the Seven Heroes of Wudang supervised the Taoist priests and disciples in cleaning and decorating the Zixiao Palace. The halls were all pasted with couplets written by Zhang Sanfeng, filled with joyful atmosphere everywhere.

  The next morning, Song Yuanqiao and others all changed into new clothes. When they saw Yao Guang, they couldn't help but be surprised by her new Taoist robe. Although it was still the same style, after changing from fine linen to silk, it instantly added a few points of elegance, making her look even more ethereal and outstanding. Everyone praised her in unison, and when they learned that this was a gift from Yin Susu, they even complimented Zhang Cuishan and his wife until their faces turned red.

  A group of people went to wish Zhang Sanfeng a happy birthday, when suddenly a Taoist boy came forward and presented a name card. Song Yuanqiao took it over and saw that the card read: "Houtu Xuehe, the leader of the Kunlun Sect, leads his disciples in congratulating Zhang Zhenren on his birthday, which is as great as Mount Nan". Song Yuanqiao was surprised and read it out loud, saying: "The leader of the Kunlun Sect has come to wish our master a happy birthday. When did he arrive in the Central Plains?"

  Yao Guang's heart skipped a beat, and he suddenly said: "Big Brother Master, don't get agitated, perhaps the newcomer has ill intentions."

  The author has something to say: In fact, if Zhang Sanfeng hadn't been so proud of his identity in the original work and had directly slapped these people away, there wouldn't have been any subsequent events... Anyway, the tragedy on Shou's birthday was simply a combination of all sorts of misfortunes, sigh.

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  The Tyrant ticket ranking has entered the top 1000! Thank you to all the big brothers who have voted for the Tyrant ticket! Extremely happy!

  The word count has exceeded 200,000. I originally wanted to celebrate with an extra update, but my cervical spondylosis relapsed and I couldn't produce any updates... So let's just have a verbal celebration instead. This novel was supposed to end at 200,000 words, following the fast-paced route, but as I wrote on, it became more detailed. Now looking at it, it'll probably be around 300-400,000 words.

  Approaching the end of the year, work is extremely busy. I'll try to maintain daily updates; if I really can't update, I'll take a leave and inform everyone. Alas, students are on holiday, but doctors have to work pitifully for seven days a week... Sometimes I really want to close the hospital for a few days (......)