NCCnovel Chapter 143 The Old Man in the Mountain
Chapter 143 The Old Man in the Mountain
The quiet mountain courtyard is located between verdant mountains and is surrounded by dense bamboo forests. The breeze blows gently and the bamboo leaves rustle, like the sound of nature, quiet and peaceful.
The stone path in the courtyard is winding, and the flowers and plants on both sides are in full bloom, emitting a faint fragrance that is refreshing.
The old man with gray hair sat at the stone table in the courtyard. He was wearing a green robe, and the hem of his clothes fluttered gently in the wind. He had a kind face and a pair of deep eyes that seemed to be able to see through everything in the world.
Although his hair has turned completely white, he looks energetic and doesn't look old at all.
The Taoist priest sitting opposite him looked like an immortal. He was dressed in a white robe with a yellow ribbon tied around his waist, looking elegant and refined. His face was thin and handsome, and his eyes sparkled with wisdom.
He held an exquisite fan in his hand, fanning it gently from time to time, appearing calm and elegant.
The two men were concentrating on playing chess on the board. The game was tense and exciting.
The Taoist priest gently dropped a piece and said softly: "The time has come, you can go back now, Brother."
The old man laughed when he heard this. His laughter was like a mountain spring, clear and hearty.
He stood up, bowed to the Taoist priest and said, "Brother, I will wait for you in the capital."
The carrier pigeon flew away quickly towards the capital.
"Master, Miss Sun has returned home," Gao Yi whispered.
Xue Zhong sighed: "Okay, it's time to go back home."
At the foot of Mount Qingcheng
A black carriage moved slowly, like a dark gem inlaid between the green mountains.
The carriage body is as smooth as a mirror, shining with a mysterious and noble luster. The wheels are tall and solid, showing its firmness and durability.
Inside the car, Xue Zhong sat quietly, his face calm and resolute. He was wearing a black robe and an exquisite sword at his waist, exuding an unparalleled majesty.
Outside the carriage, guard Gao Yi followed closely on horseback, his figure was upright and agile, he was like a warrior galloping on the battlefield. His eyes were sharp, always alert to the surrounding movements, protecting Xue Zhong in the carriage.
The driver was in his 30s, with a strong build, rough and powerful hands, tightly holding the reins of the carriage, and a pair of bright eyes looking forward.
The surrounding scenery gradually faded away as the carriage moved forward.
Chu Rong stood on the mountain, the breeze blowing his clothes. He looked at the slowly moving carriage, smiled slightly, turned around, bounced a few times, and disappeared into the woods.
Xue Zhong was not in a hurry to travel, but instead he went on a tour and stopped in some towns for a few days to take in the local customs and practices.
One day, the group arrived at a village. Gao Yi said to the carriage, "Master, the village ahead is Renyi Village. Ten miles ahead is Anyang City. There is a General Mountain outside the city."
"We have arrived at Jiangjun Mountain, so let's rest here for a few days." After saying this, Xue Zhong got out of the carriage.
Gao Yi also jumped off his horse and slowly followed Xue Zhong.
After a while, they entered Renyi Village. Under a big tree at the entrance of the village, several peasant women were chatting about something.
At this time, Xue Zhong had already changed into an ordinary gray cotton robe, and his gray hair was tied up high with a simple wooden hairpin.
When the women saw him walking towards them, they couldn't help but feel a little nervous. When they got closer, they saw that he was an old man with a very kind face.
The brave woman asked, "Is this gentleman coming to our Renyi Village to look for someone?"