Chapter 41: Rainbow Across Ten Thousand Miles, Gobi Small Town

  Shen Zhaoxuan and Ning Feng, two sworn brothers, joined arms and ascended directly to the summit of the heavenly clouds.

  "Big brother, when is Master coming back?"

  Ning Feng gazed at the celestial aura on Tianyun Peak, especially the rolling clouds and dancing cranes, his heart felt refreshed.

  Before a cup of tea.

  Shen Zhaoxuan responded casually, then looked Ning Feng up and down, nodding in satisfaction. "In just three days, it seems that something has changed within you, Brother Junior Apprentice, and your inner and outer selves have become even more harmonious."

  Ning Feng heard this and smiled, nodding his head in praise of his senior brother's insight.

  Jiǔ Qiào Shí is his greatest secret, even more so than being born with knowledge, and having lived two lifetimes as a human. This thing is also his greatest help in cultivating immortality, and may be able to support him all the way up to the Ninth Heaven.

  The great mystery that had been hidden for so long finally had an answer, and Ning Feng suddenly felt as if a huge boulder had been lifted off his shoulders, and his spirit was revitalized.

  He didn't dwell on this issue and unconsciously quickened his pace.

  "With the ability of a respected teacher, in three days back and forth, how many things can be done, yet still managed to make it so urgent..."

  "I wonder what tasks Master will arrange for me to do?"

  Ning Feng's curiosity was like a small hand grasping and scratching, wishing to appear in front of Tian Yunzi immediately and reveal the answer.

  Tianyunzi was already waiting, and Ning Feng had originally planned to go to Jingxiang Pavilion first. The idea of learning some small magic tricks had to be put aside for the time being.

  As a disciple, there is no reason to make one's master wait in vain.

  In an instant, the two brothers arrived at the summit of Tianyun Peak, and as soon as they touched the formation, without any notification, the two were directly transported into the cave mansion just like last time.

  Above the head, there are stars all over the sky, shooting stars falling; there are clouds rolling, the sky and earth opening, the vastness of the universe.

  In front of you is Tianyunzi.

  "Disciples Shen Zhaoxuan and Ning Feng, pay respects to Master."

  The two brothers-in-law bowed together.

  Tianyunzi wore a yellow robe that fell down from his body, with his back to the two of them. One hand was behind him and one hand was in front of him, it was unclear what he was doing.

  "Ah, you've arrived?"

  Tianyunzi turned around, and the two brothers who had been looking up at him with admiration were both stunned.

  The auspicious words of "longevity and good fortune" and "may your life be as long as the heavens" suddenly became inexpressible.

  Tianyunzi was holding a piece of dim sum in his hand, eating it slowly and savoring the taste, with his eyes slightly closed as if recalling something.

  He... is having some snacks.

  Tianyunzi seemed to have just noticed the gaze of the two, stretched out his sleeve and wiped it, and a small plate appeared in front of Shen Zhaoxuan and Ning Feng, with a delicate green dot on the thin blue porcelain.

  "Try some, it tastes good."

  Tian Yunzi has spoken, what more can his fellow disciples say?

  The two of them each took a pastry from in front of them and started savoring it.

  Ning Feng had only taken a bite, and his eyes lit up. The entrance was sweet and not greasy, fragrant and not dry, as if it had melted into a sweet clear spring flowing into his throat.

  "Take care."

  Ning Feng had just given a word of praise when Tian Yunzi, who was sitting at the head, spoke up: "It's indeed a good move. I've finally managed to find this after much difficulty, and now there's only this little bit left."

  "Huh?"

  Ning Feng had a faintly ominous premonition, and when he looked up, his eyes met those of Tian Yunzi.

  "Let's take a walk, as they say, 'when there's something to be done, the disciples bear the labor.' You just go with me, Master, and run an errand for me, and bring back some pastries."

  "Huh?"

  Is it worth risking everything just to make a name for himself? This is what Tianyunzi has been preparing for three days, something that will help solidify his foundation.

  Tianyunzi didn't wait for him to respond, and as soon as he finished speaking, he suddenly appeared in front of Ningfeng. Before Ningfeng could react, a hand emerged from his sleeve and pressed against his back with a seemingly gentle yet swift motion.

  "Brush!"

  A rainbow burst forth from the Tianyunzi Cave Temple, breaking through the sky at the peak of Tianyun Peak, spanning an unknown number of miles of territory, and falling straight down to the other side of heaven.

  At this moment, the entire Sun God Temple, like the true person Shen Bu Yi and others, vaguely sensed something, raised their eyes to look towards the direction of Tianyun Peak, and immediately nodded slightly, withdrawing their gaze.

  "The Master's Rainbow Technique is increasingly profound, and the disciple admires it, but doesn't know when he can achieve even a fraction of the Master's skill."

  Shen Zhaoxuan couldn't help but praise Tian Yunzi's methods, and what had just happened was no surprise to him at all.

  He was also raised by Tianyunzi and grew up by his side, so he naturally understood the way of doing things for a family teacher, unlike Ningfeng who was confused.

  "It's just a small trick, Zhao Xuan, if you are..."

  Tianyunzi shook his head and didn't continue speaking.

  Shen Zhaoxuan's expression turned gloomy, he lowered his head and remained silent, seemingly filled with shame.

  The Rainbow Technique is not a minor technique, it is the orthodox method of the Nine Laws and Thirteen Transformations, and also the second escape art of the Divine Palace. There are not many people who can perform it, let alone use it on others.

  The two did not dwell on this point, Shen Zhaoxuan gathered his emotions and showed a warm smile again, saying: "Master, I don't know what task you have arranged for my junior brother this time?"

  He looked at Tianyunzi with concern and said, "My junior brother has just entered the door and has not yet achieved any cultivation. This trip may be dangerous."

  "What task? You'll know later." Tianyunzi's face also showed a smile, saying: "As for danger? You're still quite concerned about him."

  Shen Zhaoxuan smiled calmly and said, "As a junior brother, I am the one who led the way for my senior brother. The blame lies with me alone."

  Tianyunzi shook his head and smiled more intensely, seemingly delighted that his fellow disciples had such a close relationship.

  Right after that, he turned his back on Shen Zhaoxuan with his hands behind him, and a gentle voice came: "Since ancient times, good swimmers have drowned in the water. Strength is not the only thing to rely on, don't be infatuated."

  "It's not two legs that determine how far one can go, but rather a heart."

  "As a master, it's necessary to teach him this lesson before he has any accomplishments."

  ……

  The conversation on Tianyun Peak was naturally inaudible to Ning Feng.

  "Where is this?"

  He held half a steamed bun in one hand and clenched his other fist as if grasping something.

  The surrounding area is desolate, with only a few leaves on the poplar trees, and in the distance, the yellow sand stretches to the horizon.

  Not far away, there is a small town nestled on the Gobi Desert.

  "How far has Master sent me..."

  Ning Feng looked at the Gobi Desert and shook his head in silence.

  It's not a matter of ten or hundred miles, it might not even be thousands or tens of thousands of miles. In short, they have left the Divine Palace far behind. This lifetime, Ning Feng has never seen or heard of where Gobi is.

  "Also......" Ning Feng spread out his clenched palm, "......what is this?"

  As his hand opened, five golden talismans slowly unfolded in the palm of his hand. Just a moment ago, they were still clutched in his fist, yet there was not a single crease on them.

  Each talisman has a resplendent Sun God Temple in the center, emitting rays of light that twist into mysterious symbols scattered all over the talisman.

  Ning Feng Taiyang's method was just beginning, the talisman unfolded in his palm, and he immediately felt the surging power of the sun contained within.

  "Is this something Master gave me to save my life or a way to subdue demons and evil spirits?"

  Ning Feng had some suspicions, but in any case, he was sent out by Tian Yunzi with the excuse of "buying pastries", where could he guess, and could only temporarily reserve his doubts.

  "It seems I have to find the clue myself."

  Ning Feng smiled and was full of enthusiasm.

  Tian Yunzi's approach was so speechless and just right for his appetite.

  "This is interesting!"

  Ning Feng carefully tucked the five golden tokens tightly against his chest, patted his chest, and was about to take a step forward when he stopped again.

  He closed his eyes, slowly imagined for a moment, and softly shouted: "As I wish, transform!"

  Ning Feng turned around in a circle, then opened his eyes to take a look. He was dressed in a green robe with a refined and elegant appearance, and on his back, he had a book bag, looking like a scholar from the mundane world.

  "That's it."

  Ning Feng looked himself up and down, very satisfied, carrying his book bag, humming a woodcutter's song, walking towards the small town on the Gobi Desert.

  Like the town on the Gobi Desert seen in previous lives and realms, the road was filled with swirling dust, with short, yellow earth buildings on both sides, people coming and going with swords and knives on their backs, covering their faces with cloth, hurrying along.

  "Where is the clue..."

  The wind has gone halfway, and it's still a foggy mess.

  "Huh?"

  He suddenly remembered something, raised his hand, and on it was still pinching half a piece of pastry that had been bitten into.

  Having just arrived at your esteemed place, this matter is too novel, Ning Feng even forgot that he still held half a pastry in his hand.

  All along the way, the pastries were covered with fine dust.

  "This is indeed a clue."

  Ning Feng's eyes lit up in front of him, and he casually threw away the pastry, ready to go ask someone for information.

  He had just taken two steps when he felt a sudden movement in his heart and turned back to look.

  All that can be seen is a five or six year old girl, wearing pink clothes and with two cute buns, squatting on the ground, carefully picking up pastries.

  The little girl's face was rosy and moist, extremely cute, just like a big apple that had just fallen from the tree.

  She tilted her head, hesitated, as if wondering whether to swallow it in one gulp or eat it slowly.

  Little sister.

  Ning Feng crouched down in front of her and pointed at the pastry.

  "Big brother..." The little girl's face turned bright red, her first reaction was to hide the pastry behind her back. Then, as if remembering something, she held out the pastry with both hands and said, "....Sorry, I didn't know if big brother wanted more."

  It was very reluctant, but still very resolute handed over.

  Ning Feng smiled slightly and reached out to touch her head, saying: "Big brother wants to tell you that it's dirty and can't be eaten."

  "Oh no!"

  The little girl felt a pang of sympathy, licked her lips and swallowed her saliva again.

  "Tell big brother where this pastry is sold, and big brother will buy it for you to eat."

  Ning Feng thought Xiao Yatou was adorable, and of course, whether she knew it or not, Ning Feng planned to take her along to eat together.

  "I know what I know."

  The little girl jumped up happily and pulled Ning Feng's clothes corner forward.

  "Sweet Dew Lane, this is Sweet Dew Lane's pastry, it tastes good."

  One side pulled Ningfeng forward, Da Ya turned her head and asked pitifully: "Big brother, you won't deceive people, will you?"

  "No cheating."

  "Too good."

  A large and a small shadow stretched out in the dull yellow town, all the way to the other end of the town.

  There is a pastry shop called Ganluo Fang.