Chapter 28: Manjusri Gets a Black Hand and Offends Everyone with His Couplet

  Wearing golden threads, Huang Shiren led the way in front, with Jin Dashi following behind. The two lowly men walked proudly and entered the main hall of the Li residence. Li Jing was extremely cautious, leading the way in front with a flattering smile on his face. The hall was already filled with people, who looked at Li Jing's appearance with great curiosity about Huang Shiren.

  "Ladies and gentlemen, today is the 100th day of my dog's birth. It's truly a grand gathering with many distinguished guests. Even Huang Shiren, Huang Daoyou, a disciple of Lu Zhishen, has come to celebrate. This makes me, Chen Tangguan, feel honored!" Li Jing hastily introduced them to everyone. Upon hearing this, the people were shocked and quickly got up from their seats to pay their respects to Huang Shiren with a bow.

  Huang Shiren also put on an affable and approachable air, chatting with this one and laughing with that one, effortlessly gliding through the crowd, truly a master of elegance, unsoiled by worldly dust.

  Li Jing didn't care whether others were old or young, and he insisted on inviting Huang Shiren to the most honorable seat.

  "General Zheng of Jizhou has arrived!"

  Just as everyone was chatting with each other, a servant's voice came from outside the door.

  Before the sound had fallen, a man walked into the living room, with a face like purple dates, whiskers like golden needles, wearing a nine-cloud crown of fierce flames, a large red robe, a golden lock armor, a jade belt, and two demon-subduing clubs hanging from his waist. He was truly a tiger general!

  Zheng Lun, is this Zheng Lun? Upon seeing this person, Huang Shiren's eyes lit up.

  In the Investiture of the Gods, Zheng Lun was quite famous. He was originally a grain officer under Hou Su, the Marquis of Ji State, and later followed Hou Su to Western Zhou. This man had excellent skills, but what's more, he had two white lights in his nostrils that could capture people's souls, and later became one of the "Hun Ha Two Generals" on the Investiture of the Gods list, specifically Hun General.

  However, this guy was unlucky and finally died at the hands of Jin Dashi, who was standing next to me. The two sworn enemies met here, it's really a twist of fate. Old Huang sighed silently.

  "Big brother, long time no see, how did you come?" Seeing Zheng Lun, Li Jing was both surprised and delighted.

  "Haha, why can't I come?" Zheng Lun patted Li Jing's shoulder and laughed loudly: "I was ordered by my master to go to the East Bo Hou to collect grain and grass, passing through your place, and heard that you have a new nephew, so I came to congratulate you! Younger brother, not only do you hold a higher position than me, but you also have children faster than me!"

  Two people were unusually intimate, and Huang Shiren nodded: It turned out that Zheng Lun and Li Jing were both under the door of Du E's true man.

  "Brother, come and meet the disciple of Lu Ya's senior, this is Huang Shi Ren, Huang from Mei Shan Tian Shang Ren Jian!" Li Jing hastily introduced while pulling Zheng Lun.

  Zheng Lun showed great respect when he heard that Huang Shiren was a disciple of Lu Ya.

  "Jiuxian Mountain Taoyuan Cave Guangchengzi Road has arrived!"

  "Master Guang Chengzi has arrived!" Li Jing was both surprised and delighted, and hurriedly went to welcome him.

  Guang Chengzi has arrived?! Huang Shiren's heart skipped a beat.

  This Guang Chengzi is one of the twelve Upper Immortals under the seat of Yuanshi Tianzun, a true and authentic Mahayana Golden Immortal. His Dao heart is high and profound, unfathomable. He once served as the master of Xuanyuan Huangdi, with extraordinary abilities and a Heaven-defying Seal in his hand, smashing countless people's skulls. He is also one of Yuanshi Tianzun's most cherished disciples. Who would have thought that they would meet here!

  "Haha, Li Jing, congratulations!"

  All of a sudden, there was a burst of laughter, and a refreshing fragrance wafted in, revealing a slender Taoist priest in white robes. He truly had an otherworldly aura! The Taoist's face was filled with smiles, like the gentle breeze of spring, and everyone in the room, whether familiar or not, was infected by his warmth, feeling boundless admiration. Even Huang Shiren, that scoundrel, was deeply impressed.

  Among the twelve superior disciples of Yuanshi Tianzun, Guang Chengzi is considered to be one of the most humble and amiable, with the best interpersonal relationships. Today's encounter proves that his reputation is well-deserved.

  "Guang Chengzi's master has arrived, Li Jing is truly grateful!" Li Jing knelt down and paid his respects with a big bow.

  "Alright. Alright." Guang Chengzi lifted up Li Jing, smiled and said: "I've brought someone to see you, you must meet him, he has a deep connection with your family."

  Guang Chengzi looked back and saw another person slowly walking in. This person had a gentle gait, and sang: "The wild water is clear and the wind blows gently, flowers float on the surface of the pond; I ask where you live in peace, white clouds deep within are my home."

  A burst of elegant music fills the air, and everyone in the house is delighted.

  He finished singing, his red lips slightly parted, and he smiled: "Li Jing, can you recognize me?"

  "It turned out to be Manjusri Guangfa Tianzun arriving, Li Jing was reasonable!" Li Jing naturally recognized him and hurriedly paid his respects.

  I thought it was someone else, but it turned out to be Manjusri Bodhisattva.

  This Manjusri Guang Fa Tian Zun, together with Guang Cheng Zi, is a disciple of Yuanshi Tianzun. He cultivates himself and achieves great success. Later, he enters the Buddhist gate and becomes Manjusri Bodhisattva. Of course, this is another story.

  Looking at Guang Chengzi and Wen Shu Guang Fa Tian Zun, these two great Luo Jinxian, Huang Shi Ren was slightly stunned. Compared to others, his own cultivation was simply worlds apart.

  "Two masters, this is Lu Ya's newly accepted disciple, Huang Shi Ren, Master Huang." Li Jing led Guang Cheng Zi and Manjusri to Huang Shi Ren's face, respectfully said.

  Guang Chengzi and Manjusri Tianzun heard this and were slightly startled. They looked at Huang Shiren with a burning gaze.

  "Lu Ye has always been a mysterious figure, never showing his true self. I didn't expect him to take on an apprentice! Huang Shidi, I pay my respects!"

  "The poor monk greets you!"

  In terms of seniority, Yuanshi Tianzun should also show courtesy to Lu Ya, and Guangchengzi and Wenshu Guangfa Tianzun, although they are Daluo Jinxian, do not dare to neglect Huang Shiren.

  "Hello, two seniors!" Huang Shiren smiled slightly and returned a courtesy.

  Guang Chengzi was delighted to meet Huang Shiren, but Wenshu Guangfa Tianzun saw through Huang's true nature at a glance and found him to be a yellow weasel spirit, his face revealing a hint of displeasure.

  It's no wonder, Kunlun Mountain has always been proud of itself and looks down on demons with disdain.

  Huang Shiren saw this clearly and secretly scolded in his heart: "Damn it, this woman actually underestimated me. Fine, I'll settle the score with her slowly later."

  "Li Jing, today the hall is filled with esteemed guests, why not bring out that Qilin?" Manjusri Tianzun smiled without looking at Huang Shiren.

  "Master Shu is right." Li Jing didn't dare disobey, and after giving an order, his wife Yin soon brought the child out.

  When he saw the beautiful eyes of Manjusri Bodhisattva fall on that child, Huang Shiren suddenly understood: if his guess was correct, this child was Jin Gang, Li Jing's eldest son, who later became a disciple of Manjusri Bodhisattva.

  It's likely that this time Manjusri Kumarajiva has come in person, he must be here to accept disciples.

  Hmph! With me around, you think you can take this disciple? It's not that easy!

  He took a look at the child and then looked at Manjusri Kumarajiva, and Huang Shiren suddenly felt a surge of bad water.

  At this hundred-day banquet, Li Jing's child naturally became the protagonist, and a group of people gathered in front, speaking words of praise.

  "Brother Li, this child has a heroic air about him and will surely inherit your legacy and make it even more glorious."

  "Alright alright, another talented and handsome merchant has appeared!"

  ……

  Li Jing and his wife were also expressionless.

  "This child has a remarkable bone structure, and is indeed a good candidate for seeking the Tao." Guang Chengzi's words never strayed from his usual profession.

  On the other side, Manjusri Guangfa Tianzun had been waiting for this sentence for a long time. He took over the child with great joy and said: "Brother Guangchengzi's words are not false. If this child enters Kunlun Gate, he will definitely achieve great success."

  Li Jing was originally a cultivator, but unfortunately his foundation was too shallow, so he became the commander. Hearing what the two masters said, he was very happy, but Yin's expression was not pleasant. As a woman, she didn't care about cultivation or not, this child was her own flesh and blood, naturally hoping to keep him by her side to enjoy the joy of motherhood, if sent to Kunlun, who knows when they could meet again.

  "Today I came in a hurry, haha, I hope you won't dislike this gift, Li Jing." Guang Chengzi smiled and took out a long-life lock from his sleeve to hang around the child's neck. This long-life lock was neither gold nor silver, but had an auspicious aura of thousands of blessings, and it was a rare treasure.

  "Many thanks, Master Guang Chengzi!" Li Jing's eyebrows opened with a smile, in his eyes, this Long Life Lock was worth more than tens of thousands of gold and silver.

  "Brother Guang Chengzi, you're being too petty! He's the first son of the family, and you, a great Luojin Immortal, can't even give him a postnatal treasure?... I think that if you have any sincerity, you should take out the Fantian Seal." Huang Shiren stood beside him, shaking his head loudly, so that everyone could hear clearly, making Guang Chengzi's old face turn red.

  Ban Tian Yin is his treasured skill, this guy said so, it's really making him lose face.

  "This courtesy is already quite heavy!" Li Jing hastened to relieve him.

  Manjusri Guangfa Tianzun smiled and said: "Li Jing, I have a fate with this child, and there is also a gift."

  As soon as she finished speaking, Yuanyuan's jade-like hand reached into her sleeve and pulled out an object. As soon as the object appeared, everyone in the room stared blankly with their eyes wide open.

  "This object is called the Seven Treasures Golden Lotus, also known as the Hidden Dragon Pillar. It's one of my favorite magical treasures." Manjusri Guangfa Tianzun said with a pleased smile.

  Only this object is seen, a bright and shining golden pillar with three golden rings on top, seven lotus flowers as the base, dignified and solemn.

  The Dragon-Subduing Pillar of Huang Shiren is no stranger to you, this is one of the family heirlooms of Manjusri Guangfa Tianzun, a real acquired treasure, countless people died under it in Feng Shen, this time, Manjusri Guangfa Tianzun has suffered a loss.

  "Li Jing thanked his uncle!" Li Jing naturally knew that this treasure was extraordinary, more precious than the Longevity Lock of Guang Chengzi, and he felt extremely grateful.

  At this moment, someone's untimely voice came out again: "Others are just a child, their hair is not even grown yet, and they were given a murderous weapon, what bad luck."

  Manjusri Kumara's face turned red with rage, his peach blossom-like complexion changed to a deep crimson, and his almond-shaped eyes widened in anger. He was so furious that he wished he could cut down the wicked woman with one slash of his sword.

  Yin did not understand what was a treasure or not, and when Huang Shiren told him that the gift was a deadly weapon, he disliked Manjusri Guangfa Tianzun even more.

  Li Jing saw that the atmosphere was not right and quickly changed the subject: "Two masters, this child has not been named yet. Please give him a name."

  Guang Chengzi twirled his whiskers and smiled, saying to Manjusri, the Honored One of Broad Law Heaven: "Sister, I'll leave this to you."

  He had already seen through Manjusri Kumarajiva's intentions and did a favor for him.

  "Li Jing is a general of one side. This child belongs to the metal element in the five elements, and is called Jin Zhao. How?" Wenshu Guangfa Tianzun thought for a moment and said.

  "Golden cicada! Good! Thanks, Master!"

  Manjusri smiled and took the child, looked at him again, and said: "Li Jing, this child is very much in harmony with me. Your brother also said that this child has a rare bone structure. If you are willing, I will take him as my apprentice, bring him back to Wudang Mountain to train him carefully, and he will surely achieve great things in the future. What do you think?"

  Good girls! Finally showing your fox tails!

  "Master sister." Huang Shiren squeezed over and called out "master sister", causing Wenshu Guangfa Tianzun to snort coldly.

  "Sister, they just had a son and the baby is precious. You should accept their child as your disciple at the 100-day banquet and bring them back to Wudang Mountain. These children are the apple of their parents' eyes, aren't you stabbing them in the heart by doing this? Really!" After speaking, he looked at Mrs. Yin and said: "Madam, am I right?"

  Yin's family had been dissatisfied with Wenshu Guangfa Tianzun for a long time, and after hearing this, his face turned cold as frost, and he suddenly had a very good impression of Huang Shiren.

  "Huang Dao, my friend! By doing this, I am also giving this child a chance at good fortune!"

  "It's not like I'm really going to cultivate immortality or anything, but taking in a disciple is actually true." Huang Shiran said with a mysterious tone.

  "What do you mean?!"

  "Everyone knows that the Great Calamity of the Investiture of the Gods is approaching, and now all cultivators are in a state of panic. Many are hastily taking on disciples, thinking that when the Great Calamity arrives, they can use their disciples as human shields. Heh heh, Eldest Sister, you've gone thousands of years without taking on any disciples, so why did you suddenly take one on at this time? What's the meaning behind this?"

  Huang Shiren spoke with a glib tongue, Li Jing listened in extreme astonishment, and Yin Shi tightly hugged her own child, staring at Manjusri Bodhisattva, suppressing her anger.

  All mothers love their children dearly; who would be willing to send their child to death?

  "Huang Shiren! You're spouting nonsense, I'm the orthodox master of the prestigious sect, the model for all Taoist masters under heaven. How could you do something so morally corrupt?!" Wenshu Guangfa Tianzun's abacus was messed up by Huang Shiren, and he was furious, his seven orifices smoking with rage.

  "Li Jing, Wenshu's sister, also had good intentions. This child is indeed not ordinary. Sending him to her place, he will attain the Taoist fruit, how can it be bad? I, a poor Daoist, will be a witness here and will not let the child suffer." Guang Chengzi came out to resolve the situation.

  His character, Li Jing naturally trusted, thought for a moment, and said to his wife: "Madam, Guang Chengzi Shu Bo is right, this is also Jin Dian's blessing."

  "Alright, alright." Manjusri Guangfa Tianzun put the dragon pillar in the baby's swaddle and took over the child, with a smile as bright as a flower.

  That Yin, although full of anger, did not dare to disobey Li Jing's intention, and watched with eager eyes as the child was taken away by Manjusri, tears falling like rain.

  "Sister Shifu has really made a good deal, saying that she's giving away the treasure of the next day, but in fact, she's just sending it out and then having someone bring it back. Back and forth like this, the treasure is still hers, and she's profited from someone else's child. What a great deal! Yellow Shiren let out a cold laugh, and the people around him all woke up to reality. After careful consideration, they realized that it was indeed true. One by one, complex gazes fixed on Manjusri Guangfa Tianzun, making him so angry he could hardly breathe."

  "Huang Shiren! You keep saying that this treasure is no good, that one is no good, I don't know what you've brought!?" If there weren't so many people present, Wenshu's temper would have gotten the better of him already. As a great Luojin Immortal, respected and favored by Yuanshi Tianzun, how could he have been subjected to such humiliation?!

  "Huang Shiren smiled and said, 'I came in a hurry, but I did prepare a couplet.'"

  Jin Dashi is so embarrassed in the back.

  Manjusri glanced at the brocade box in his hand, sneering: "I thought it was something good, but it's just a couplet worth three or four dollars, and you're giving it away with such fanfare!"

  "Huang Xianchang is a disciple of Lu Ya's predecessor, and this couplet is indeed very valuable." Yin Shi had a good impression of Huang Shiren and took the initiative to speak well of him.

  "Jian Nei is right, Huang Qianbei's gift is also sincere. Someone, hang up the couplet for everyone to appreciate!" Li Jing saw the two like this and was really worried, so he hurriedly mediated.

  Family members came early and hung couplets in the hall.

  Only a couplet was seen, with seven big characters on the top line, but the bottom line was empty.

  Everyone was eagerly waiting to see what he would write, their eyes fell on the top couplet, and they were all stunned, Li Jing and Yin Shi's faces turned pale with hidden anger!

  Only saw the upper part of the couplet, seven dragon and phoenix dancing in seal script big characters, really dazzling!

  "This child is not human?!" This seal script Manjusri had never seen before, but he could still come out with it, the words were written extremely well, however this content... Hehe, Huang Shiren, you're asking for death today, don't blame me!

  Manjusri Guangfa Tianzun raised his hand, and the dragon pillar rose. He glared at Huang Shiren and shouted: "Huang Shiren, your first line says my disciple is not human, which is clearly a vicious curse. You're too arrogant! If I don't teach you a lesson today, heaven will not tolerate it."

  This upper couplet has written something that offends everyone, Guang Chengzi is silent and unresponsive, Li Jing wants to mediate but can't make a move, even Yinshi who had a good impression of Huang Shiren also doesn't care.

  Everyone is like this, and Manjusri Guangfa Tianzun is even more pleased. He raised the Dragon Pillar and was about to smash him!

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