Chapter 434 Night Enters Fengdu
"Yin Changsheng?"
The old man turned around slowly, with a cold face, and the dark ghost eye looked extremely scary, "Are you just teasing me, this Fengdu County person, who doesn't know 'Yin Changsheng'!"
"Oh?"
Li Yan was a little surprised and cupped his hands and said, "I have come all the way from afar and I really don't know. I would like to ask my seniors for advice."
The old man frowned and said, "It's very simple."
He said, pointing to the high mountains in Jiangbei, "This mountain is one of the Daoist gates Blessed Grotto-Heavens, precisely because of 'Yin Changsheng'."
"This mountain was originally called 'Pingdu Mountain'. During the Han Dynasty, alchemists Yin Changsheng and Wang Fangping practiced on the mountain. It was rumored that they became immortals. Later, people spread the praise, and pronounced Yin and Wang Er in succession, which was mistakenly called the 'King of Yin'."
"In addition, there is indeed something strange about this mountain. It is difficult for monks to maintain their consciousness. Every night there are many hallucinations. Over time, the name of the ghost town spreads."
"Bei Song Era, Su Shi wrote poems 'Pingdu Tianxia Ancient Famous Mountains', and since then they have been called 'famous mountains'."
"It can be said that the origin of Fengdu Ghost Town is 'Yin Changsheng' and 'Wang Fangping'."
"That's it..."
Li Yan was thoughtful after hearing the words.
I didn't expect Yin Changsheng to be so famous here.
There is one more Wang Fangping.
This person Wang Fangping is also a character in <"Biographies of Divine Immortals">.
Ordinary people know little about it, but it is famous among Daoists, and several anecdotes are widely circulated.
First, Emperor Huan of Han was summoned many times, but Wang Fangping always ignored him, so Emperor Huan sent someone to pull a cart and forced him to enter the capital. After entering the capital, Wang Fangping inscribed four hundred prophecies on the palace gate. Emperor Huan had the writing cut off, but the ink had seeped into the board, and the more it was cut, the clearer it became.
Second, when he was traveling, there were officers with wax mouths clearing the way, five dragons pulling the cart, and flags and streamers accompanying him. Mountain gods and water gods came to pay homage to him wherever he passed. It was suspected to be some kind of escape technique, and it was very majestic.
There is also the story between it and "Magu".
"Magu" has a greater reputation. There are Magu holes in many places, including Qingcheng Mountain. Li Bai also wrote in "Short Song" that "Magu hangs on the temples, half of which has turned into frost".
And Yin Changsheng is even worse.
He taught the Daoist secrets to Bao Liang, who was the father-in-law of Ge Xianweng. All the Daoist sects in Shu were deeply influenced by Yin Changsheng.
But what Li Yan wants to ask is not this.
Judging from the appearance of the old man in front of him, I'm afraid he doesn't know that Yin Changsheng's other identity is Living Underworld Messenger.
And he is the one who succeeded in becoming a god in Living Underworld Messenger.
Thinking of this, Li Yan asked tentatively, "Senior, what I want to know is whether there are any ruins left by Yin Changsheng here, or a place for cultivation, etc."
"That's too much."
The old man sneered and said, "On this mountain, there are not ten but eight training caves for Yin Changsheng. Anyway, if we find the caves, we say they are related to Yin Changsheng."
"I advise you not to bother with this. Famous mountains have been searched over for thousands of years. It is more important to think about how to survive tonight."
As he spoke, he asked with some confusion, "Speaking of which, you were so arrogant just now, why are you so humble now?"
Li Yan was silent for a moment, then looked at the young man in the cabin, a trace of pity flashed in his eyes, "I can't survive for long with Ghost Qi..."
This is why he changed his attitude.
When he got closer, he discovered that the young man was already terminally ill and should have died long ago, but instead he used the energy of the ghost to gather his soul.
That's why the other party didn't leave the cabin and was wrapped in a quilt, because he felt like he was falling into the netherworld every moment, and his whole body was freezing to the bone.
The opponent has no way to cultivate at all, so he can only use the ultimatum to suppress the evil spirit and continue to live, which is equivalent to a living dead.
Orthodox Xuan Gate does it, there is no need to find a reason.
No wonder the old man has such a bad attitude.
This boy is the weakest among Living Underworld Messenger. That agreement is the guarantee that the grandfather and grandson are safe and sound.
"You don't have to mind your own business!"
When the old man heard this, he immediately became furious. He gasped for breath and his voice was trembling.
Li Yan is silent and no longer speaks.
I'm afraid this old man has also practiced ghost arts. He often invites Fierce Ghost to get on top and fight with others.
More likely, it was to help his grandson complete his mission.
After all, no master is willing to protect this oil bottle...
Is it pitiful?
Of course it's pitiful!
But there is no way...
After being silent for a long time, the old man looked at the river. When he was about to reach the shore, he suddenly said, "I am from the Yin Mountain Sect. I used to be like you, relying on my magic to run rampant, but I finally got retribution."
"My son practices ghost arts and is so greedy for success that when he gives birth to a child, he is born with a weak soul and is haunted by Ghost Qi."
"Living Underworld Messenger's organization is called 'Yellow Spring'!"
"I have no ill intentions towards you, I just don't want Fengdu to be in turmoil. Here at Yellow Springs Road, I can spend a few more years with my grandson..."
"Go on, when you get to the Reception Hall, someone will take you into the mountain."
Li Yan nodded silently, and after the boat approached, he jumped onto the shore, turned around and cupped his hands and said, "Senior, don't worry, no matter what happens tonight, I will leave as soon as possible."
After that, he turned around and went up the mountain in the thick rain and fog...
Outside Fengdu City, at the riverside pier.
It was already late at night, and the dock was completely dark. Even if there were oil lamps lit in several boats, they could not illuminate very far in this stormy and rainy night.
Wow!
The river surged and lapped at the pier.
Snap!
On the Qing Stone Platform steps, a pair of footprints suddenly appeared.
Then, the footprints appeared again, outside Fengdu City.
Outside Fengdu City, there is a bronze sculpture. It is very old and has a very strange appearance. It is a huge ghost head.
Just as the footprints were approaching, a faint white smoke suddenly came out from the mouth of the bronze ghost head, and there was the sound of a chain.
The footprints quickly retreated and wandered uncertainly by the river.
There was one small boat at the pier. It was dark outside, but an oil lamp was lit inside the cabin, which was as dim as a bean. The two of them were sitting cross-legged at the table.
"Have you heard about it?"
"At Wangxiang Inn, just as Master Lu said, they leaked the news and they were stopped."
"Where is Azure Ox Temple?"
"We have sent someone to notify us. We are looking for West Traveling Beggar Gang in the city. We only want money. We don't know anything and our identities will not be revealed."
"I still don't understand why Master Lu has to take this trouble. We spend so much money, it's not like we don't have experts."
"You know me, this is called killing two birds with one stone, no, killing three birds with one stone!"
Before he finished speaking, the wet footprints appeared out of thin air outside the cabin. The cold air spread and the wooden planks of the cabin quickly became rotten...
It was windy and rainy, and it was dark and gloomy outside the mountain gate.
The archway is towering, with the four characters "Famous Mountain Under Heaven" written on it. It is older than later generations. The stones used to build the archway look a bit mottled.
As soon as we approached the archway, Li Yan realized something was wrong.
My body became cold inexplicably. Not only was the Gou in my arms cold, but the Gang Qi on this mountain was also a little special.
"Stop it."
Behind the tall archway, a person suddenly appeared, wearing a Nuo mask on his head and a black robe. He couldn't tell what he looked like.
Judging from his figure alone, he is a middle-aged man.
He spoke with dignity, "Now that you have stepped into this place, don't regret it. It's not time for the 'Gathering in the Underworld' yet, and we are the only ones left in Fengdu at the moment."
"Originally, it was recommended by Wu Qu, and with your identity, you can join the membership directly, but after all, you have violated a taboo, so you can only go to Yellow Springs Road."
"But don't worry, if you can pass through Mingshan and violate the agreement, you will not be held accountable. Even though we are the only ones left in Fengdu, we will also testify for you."
"If Mount Wu Loose Immortal creates trouble again, it won't matter if I just take action directly. After all, Orthodox Xuan Gate has long disliked them..."
I'm afraid this is the reason.
Li Yan cursed in his heart.
Persimmons should also be picked soft and pinched.
There are many Rogue Cultivators in Wushan, even Orthodox Xuan Gate suffered losses, but the biggest nemesis is Living Underworld Messenger.
Not to mention anything else, if you get ten Living Underworld Messenger and cast Celestial Decree together, the entire witch Shan Du can be wiped out, but you are just afraid of making too much noise.
It seems that the "Yellow Spring" organization Living Underworld Messenger has been silent for too long, and some people want to use this incident to establish their authority.
In the blink of an eye, Li Yan has figured out its Central Plains reason.
Of course, he wouldn't say it explicitly, and his face remained calm.
The man in black seemed a little surprised when he looked at him, and then said, "Don't think this is simple. If you can easily overcome it, how can it become a test?"
"Especially Living Underworld Messenger, very few can pass."
"Remember, after entering the mountain, go to the Reception Hall first, but before entering Reception Hall, go to Eastern Peak Temple... By the way, what is the method you practice?"
"<Luo Feng Scripture>."
"<Luo Feng Scripture>?!"
The man in black robe asked casually, but Li Yan's answer surprised him, "How do you repair <Luo Feng Scripture>? Who led you in? What a nonsense!"
Li Yan frowned slightly, "I have no one to guide you. Is it possible that there is something wrong with <Luo Feng Scripture>?"
"Of course there is a problem!"
The man in black robe said solemnly, "<Luo Feng Scripture> is an ancient method, but the world has changed, and the ancient method may not be better than the current method."
"The <Six Paths Scripture> we cultivate is divided into Three Good Paths and Three Evil Paths, the Way of Heaven, Human Path, Asura Path, and the Beast Hell Hungry Ghost Path. Each person specializes in one type and is more powerful against the corresponding enemies."
"What's more important is that <Luo Feng Scripture> is difficult to practice. Even in ancient times, few people succeeded, let alone now."
"Don't look at the theory of the Six Paths coming from Buddhism, but the underworld has been completed by it. We, Living Underworld Messenger, are also fellow practitioners of Buddhism and Taoism. Even if someone teaches Living Underworld Messenger to practice <Luo Feng Scripture>, it is still the best choice!"
Is there still such a thing?
Li Yan is surprised.
Unexpectedly, I, like Lu San, practiced exercises that were not in line with the times.
But thinking about what he had gained along the way, he still shook his head and said, "The ancient and modern methods are all methods, as long as they are easy to use."
"That's all."
The man in black robe seemed too lazy to argue and said, "Since you have cultivated <Luo Feng Scripture>, go to the west side of the Reception Hall to worship <Fengdu Hall>, and then enter Reception Hall."
"There are all mortals on the mountain. We have already informed them that the mountain gate will be open tonight and no one will come out to disturb us."
"Remember, after entering Ghost Gate Pass, no matter who calls you, don't look back. When you pass through the Perfect Enlightenment Hall, it's Yellow Springs Road. Just take the right path. No matter what you see, don't deviate from the road."
"This is the experience of previous people. The rest is up to you. If you fail, just lie down where you are. Don't run around. Wait until dawn and you will be able to survive safely."
After that, he waved his hand and said, "Go ahead, I'll wait for you at the Looking-Home Platform in the back mountain. If you can arrive before tonight, you will pass."
Li Yan slightly arched his hands, passed through the mountain gate, went up the stone steps, and disappeared into the clouds and mist.
The man in black robe shook his head and took a detour to the back mountain.
Li Yan In his previous life, he also visited Fengdu Ghost Town.
But the famous mountains at that time had gone through wars and various kinds of damage, and many of them were later rebuilt.
But the mountain in front of me was uninterrupted.
After walking through hundreds of green Stone Platform steps, a wide flat land suddenly appeared above, with the Reception Hall in the center and Eastern Peak Hall and Fengdu Hall on both sides.
a Attendant Great Emperor of the Eastern Peak.
a Attendant North Yin Fengdu Emperor.
They all seem to be in charge of the Netherworld, but their responsibilities are different.
Great Emperor of the Eastern Peak, which is Five Sacred Mountains, has many rumors about its origin, including Pangu's incarnation theory, Jinhong's theory, Taihao theory, etc.
According to Daoism, it controls life and death, good and bad luck in the world, and is also a bridge between heaven, earth, humans and gods.
Living Underworld Messenger Attendant Worshiping is perfectly normal.
But Li Yan just glanced at it and went straight to the Fengdu Hall.
Because it was early, all the doors of the main hall were open, with dim candlelight burning, swaying in the wind and rain.
And Li Yan also quickly felt something abnormal.
The book in his arms became colder and colder, and he could also feel that the yang energy in his body was constantly being suppressed, as if he had fallen into an ice cellar.
I don't know when, but there was a thick fog rising around me. It was dim and dark, and I couldn't see clearly. Three large halls in the distance stood in the thick fog, which looked even more strange.
It was as if I had entered the netherworld unknowingly.
This feeling is very much like Spirit Communication Art...
Li Yan looked around thoughtfully and continued walking.
He can clearly remember the scene where Spirit Communication Art was used.
Although Divine Soul is still in the physical body now, I am afraid that he will see some things that are difficult for ordinary people to see...
Arriving at Fengdu Hall, Li Yan looked up.
The Fengdu Emperor statue here is exactly the same as the one seen in that small sect. It is solemn and majestic with a crown on its head, twelve crowns on its back, and its hands are crossed in seals, holding Treasure Talisman.
Li Yan Offers incense respectfully, but has no fear in his heart.
He already knew that people such as Fengdu Emperor, Great Emperor Zhenwu, Tathagata Buddha, and the Queen Mother had become gods very early.
These statues of gods in the human world, no matter how strong the incense is, are still earthly objects, not the actual deities, and their power corresponds to the incense.
But like Lord Guan, Erlang Zhenjun, these are the top ones among the earth, Divine Land Incense Attendant, their power is unfathomable.
Thinking of the "Chengdu merchant", Li Yan felt his scalp numb. This kind of thing was completely beyond his understanding.
After lighting Three Incense Sticks and inserting it into the incense burner, Li Yan saluted respectfully. After looking around, there was nothing unusual, then he turned and left.
What he didn't notice was that after he left, there was a breeze swirling around the North Yin Fengdu Emperor statue, causing the candlelight in the hall to sway unsteadily.
Arriving at the Reception Hall, this place was also deserted.
This is usually a place to receive food and lodging for pilgrims who go up the mountain, and there are even rooms for lodging and rest, but they are all old bricks and old wood, which are old and exude a musty smell.
But after passing Reception Hall, the situation suddenly changed.
The surrounding fog was so thick that the scene five meters away could not be seen clearly.
Li Yan Be alert and walk along the brick path.
Phew~
At this moment, Yin Wind suddenly stood up, surrounded by thick fog. Li Yan suddenly smelled two strong scents of incense, standing in the thick fog on both sides of him, extremely huge.
"Hmph!"
A roar made his head buzz.
"Ha!"
Another roar made his chest feel tight and he almost fell down.
It's Heng Ha Two Generals!
The famous mountain guarding god general.
Li Yan's whole body was tense and his eyelids were twitching.
Why is the situation different from what the man in black robe said...