Seeing that Zhang Yu had made his choice, the young Daoist smiled and flicked his whisk. The bronze stake was taken back.
He then said, "I heard Fellow Daoist Zhu say that you enjoy reading Daoist texts. That is indeed the proper path. Whether one is a true cultivator or a profound cultivator, cultivating the Dao is of vital importance. Yet many profound cultivators nowadays pay no heed to this, which is truly regrettable. I have a scroll of Daoist writings here; Patrol Guard, take it and have a look."
With a sweep of his whisk, a scroll of Daoist writings appeared atop the table.
Zhang Yu voiced his thanks, accepted the scroll, and put it away. He asked, "May I ask, Envoy, is Chief Zhu also within the Profound Court?"
The young Daoist smiled. "Fellow Daoist Zhu now holds the position of Court Executive. In the future, Patrol Guard, you should address him as Court Executive. Mm, the bestowed items have now been delivered, so Patrol Guard should return as well. As for the 'Heavenly Unity Heavywater,' leave it here with you."
Hearing this, Zhang Yu rose and saluted with cupped hands beneath his sleeves, offering his thanks once more.
The young Daoist smiled again and swept his whisk. The golden light all around instantly scattered into fragments.
Zhang Yu felt his vision shift, only to find himself still standing upon the terrace of his residence. He glanced around, took two steps, and then sat down upon a meditation cushion.
He took out two items from his star pouch. First, he picked up the jade pendant. The moment it entered his hand, he knew that it was called the "Rightful Fate Dragon Carving." It could protect a cultivator's mind and spirit, and could help him evade two fated calamities.