Sending Shen Gongbao into the Chan Teachings was the first move; bringing Jiang Shang into the Jie Sect was the crucial second move.
The moment the thought settled, Tongtian transformed into a streak of light and shot through the air, crossing countless peaks and valleys.
In an instant, he abruptly halted and landed steadily on a mountain path. Before him stood Jiang Shang!
Sure enough, he was utterly destitute, yet his heart was set on the immortal path, and he had long harbored the desire to find a master and seek the Dao.
Having happened to hear that immortals in Jade Void Palace on Kunlun Mountain swallowed rosy clouds and drank dew, their lifespans equal to heaven itself, he was immediately captivated, his blood surging with fervor.
Jiang Shang had set out!
The mountain trail was overgrown with wild grass, its scattered stones jagged and uneven.
He carried a badly worn old bundle over his shoulder, containing only a few dry cakes he had barely managed to gather. After walking for merely half a day, his clothes were already soaked through, his steps heavy and his breathing labored.
The sound of babbling water came from ahead. His throat tightened as he swallowed several mouthfuls of saliva, gritted his teeth, and quickened his pace, hoping only to find clear, sweet spring water to quench his thirst.
Tongtian silently descended into the forest and transformed into a Daoist in a green robe. His wide sleeves fluttered gently in the wind as he approached.
When Jiang Shang spotted him from afar, his heart inexplicably jolted. Instinct told him that this man was anything but ordinary!
The two were about to pass one another,
When inspiration struck Jiang Shang. He instinctively bowed and cupped his hands. "May I ask, Immortal Elder, have you come