Next, Master and Uncle Yu, both drunk, led me toward the main hall.
At the entrance, we saw a young Daoist we recognized.
He was Pine Breeze, one of the Daoists who had previously delivered invitations to Mountain City.
When he saw the three of us arrive, he immediately came forward.
"Two seniors, Fellow Daoist Jiang Ning, this way, please!"
Clearly, Pine Breeze had been instructed beforehand and knew we were coming.
"Alright! Lead the way, young friend."
Master nodded.
Pine Breeze led us inside.
After passing through the main hall, we reached the rear of the Daoist temple, crossed a covered corridor, and arrived at a small courtyard.
"This is where my master resides. Please, the three of you, come in. This junior will not disturb you further."
"Alright! Thank you."
"..."
Pine Breeze cupped his fists toward us and left.
We returned the gesture and walked into the courtyard.
As soon as we entered, we saw an open door.
"True Person, we're coming in?"
Master called out.
True Person Jade Soul's voice came from within.
"Come in! Accept the test your master left for you."
"A test?"
Master and Uncle Yu were instantly dumbfounded, exchanging a glance.
Standing behind them, I was stunned too.
Had Grandmaster foreseen this day? Just as he had seemingly foreseen that I would meet that old man in the hospital and leave behind those words that still confused me?
"Our master left us a test?"
Uncle Yu spoke up.
True Person Jade Soul's voice came from the room again.
"Yes! When Senior taught this poor Daoist the cultivation method, he said that if one day I encountered you again, you would have to pass the test before you could take the handwritten notes.
"If you fail, this poor Daoist will burn them before