He bowed deeply and said, "What you say is very true, Senior Brother. I have learned a lot!"
Only now did Xiao Ning truly accept this senior brother from the bottom of his heart, rather than just having a superficial understanding of him.
Zhang Sanfeng was no ordinary person; he could easily sense the drastic change in Xiao Ning's tone and expression. He smiled and said, "It's good that Junior Brother understands!"
The two exchanged a smile, their unspoken understanding unspoken.
At this moment, Zhang Cuishan and his wife apologized to Yu Daiyan. Yu Daiyan, who was paralyzed in his wheelchair, was in a great mood upon hearing that his injuries might be healed, and naturally stopped dwelling on the past.
A slight smile appeared on his lips as he said softly, "The past is the past, I don't hold it against you, Fifth Brother and Fifth Sister-in-law, please rest assured!"
Zhang Cuishan and Yin Susu smiled ingratiatingly once again.
This old story has been put behind us, and all the fellow disciples are in high spirits.
Subsequently, Zhang Sanfeng personally arranged Xiao Ning's accommodations. After some selection, Xiao Ning chose a palace called Yuxu Palace.
Apart from two sets of clothes and bedding, there were no other important items in his previous residence, so Xiao Ning was too lazy to go and get them and simply stayed at Yuxu Palace.
After seeing off Zhang Sanfeng and his fellow disciples, Xiao Ning finally had time to examine the changes in himself.
Every strand of flesh, every tendon, and every bone gleamed with a shimmering luster, a complete transformation from the past.
Quantitative change leads to qualitative change; this is a qualitative change!
This is a great leap forward in the level of life, a solid step forward on the path to the inhuman!
Water and fire complement each other, dragon and tiger meet, true energy interacts with the external forces of heaven and earth, constantly replenishing oneself, so there is no worry about the depletion of true energy.
"hehe…"
Xiao Ning's face was beaming with an unstoppable smile; she was in a great mood.
With a thought, he connected with the system in his mind and said to himself, "System, I want to sign in!"
Indeed, since breaking through to the Innate Realm, Xiao Ning has been busy with a series of events, such as meeting Zhang Sanfeng and attending the True Martial Hall meeting, and has not had any free time until now.
[Check-in successful! Currently on a consecutive check-in streak of 3652 days!]
[Congratulations, host! You have received a reward of 10 points!]
[The prize has been sent to your system space. Please check it!]
Xiao Ning: "..."
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Chapter 16 Celebrating a 100th Birthday
The ninth day of the fourth lunar month is the 100th birthday of Zhang Sanfeng, the founder of the Wudang School.
That morning, everyone on Wudang Mountain got busy early. Song Yuanqiao and his six fellow disciples changed into new clothes and led a group of fire-working Taoists and Taoist boys to clean and decorate the Zixiao Palace. The hall was decorated with birthday couplets written by Zhang Cuishan, and the whole place was filled with joy.
In the Zhenwu Hall, Zhang Sanfeng, fresh from washing up and dressed in new clothes, changed his previous slovenly appearance. He and Xiao Ning sat at the head of the hall, drinking tea and watching their disciples bustling about. Both of them had a happy expression on their faces.
Zhang Sanfeng lifted the tea lid, blew away the foam, took a small sip, and asked, "Junior Brother, did you sleep well last night?"
Xiao Ning nodded and casually replied, "Haha, don't worry, senior brother, I don't have trouble sleeping in any bed, I can sleep soundly anywhere!"
"That's good!"
Zhang Sanfeng replied with satisfaction, "If you need anything, just tell me, and I'll have Yuanqiao and the others prepare it!"
Xiao Ning waved his hand: "Senior brother is too kind. We seekers of the Dao do not value external things. As long as we have a place to stay, that is enough!"
"Haha!" Zhang Sanfeng laughed heartily, "Junior brother has such awareness, very good, very good!"
As the two were talking, a young Taoist priest hurriedly entered and presented a name card. Upon seeing this, Song Yuanqiao, who was directing the crowd, reached out and took it.
The inscription read: "He Taichong, a junior disciple of Kunlun, along with his disciples, respectfully wish Master Zhang a long and healthy life!"
Yu Lianzhou, who was standing nearby, had sharp eyes. After seeing the contents of the name card, he exclaimed in surprise, "The leader of the Kunlun Sect has actually come to wish Master a happy birthday in person? When did he come to the Central Plains?"
Mo Shenggu asked, "Has Madam He arrived?"
He Taichong's wife, Ban Shuxian, was his senior sister. It was rumored in the martial arts world that her martial arts skills were no less than those of Headmaster He.
Zhang Songxi replied, "The name card doesn't say 'Madam He'."
Song Yuanqiao pondered for a moment and said, "This guest is of extraordinary status. I think we should ask Master to personally go out to greet him."
Everyone quickly informed Zhang Sanfeng and recounted the story of He Taichong's birthday celebration.
Upon hearing this, Zhang Sanfeng nodded and said, "It is said that Mr. Tieqin has rarely visited the Central Plains. It is fortunate that he knows my birthday. Very well, I will personally go to greet him."
He immediately stood up, ready to greet He Taichong, the leader of Kunlun Sect.
"Senior brother, wait!"
Xiao Ning reached out to stop him and said loudly, "In terms of seniority, Senior Brother is on par with He Zudao, the founder of the Kunlun Three Saints! In terms of cultivation, He Zudao is not comparable to Junior Nephew Song!"
"Furthermore, it's still unknown whether Master He's purpose in coming up the mountain is to celebrate your birthday, Senior Brother, or for the Dragon-Slaying Saber!"
Finally, he said slowly, "So, senior brother, why have you condescended to do this?"
Song Yuanqiao paused for a moment, patted his forehead, and said apologetically, "Uncle-Master is right. I was confused and made Master personally greet me. It was my fault!"
Zhang Sanfeng was also taken aback, and said thoughtfully, "This...wouldn't it be impolite of me not to go and greet him?"
Upon hearing this, Xiao Ning continued, "Junior brother, I've heard a saying: treat friends with the warmth of spring and enemies with the coldness of winter!"