Peach Blossom Divine Medical God-Chapter 1855 - 1849: Politely Declining the Inheritance
"Daoist Liu? How come you’re back already? It hasn’t been that long, and you’re done?" Chen Yang was pleasantly surprised.
Half a month ago, he had sent Daoist Liu to Lion Tiger Mountain. At that time, seeing him already starting to get into it and beginning to accept the inheritance, Chen Yang left.
And now, half a month later, Daoist Liu returned.
"Hehe, young friend, it’s only been half a month, and you appear even more spirited. I’ve rushed back all the way, quite exhausted, so let me have a cup of tea first before we chat in detail," Daoist Liu said unceremoniously, walking straight in.
Chen Yang shook his head with a smile, said nothing, and waited until Daoist Liu finished his tea before they sat down to talk.
"Daoist Liu, you’ve returned so quickly, have you inherited the entire legacy?" Chen Yang asked curiously.
"No," Daoist Liu shook his head directly, "The inheritance left by our founder is profound and unfathomable, there’s no way to completely inherit it in just half a month."
Upon hearing this, Chen Yang was even more astonished.
"You didn’t inherit it, so why are you back? And judging by your expression, it seems like something good has happened," Chen Yang asked in confusion.
Daoist Liu maintained a faint smile on his face and said, "Young friend Chen Yang, I’m back because I am not talented enough, and at my age, I’ve never come into contact with any Formation arts before, so now, inheriting it is impossible for me."
"Then why are you so high-spirited?" Upon hearing that inheritance wasn’t achieved, Chen Yang didn’t understand the smile on Daoist Liu’s face. "It’s a pity, it seems Senior Chi Yunzi’s inheritance will belong to Lion Tiger Mountain."
According to the previous agreement, if Daoist Liu couldn’t accept the inheritance within half a year, everything would go to Lion Tiger Mountain.
"Who says? Our lineage’s inheritance can only belong to our own line." While Daoist Liu remained calm when discussing other things, when it came to the inheritance going to Lion Tiger Mountain, he immediately became agitated.
"But originally, that’s what you agreed with the Lion Tiger Sect Leader. Now that you can’t accept the inheritance, naturally, it goes to them," Chen Yang said.
Daoist Liu curled his lips into a sneer, "I agreed with Master Li to a period of six months. If no one inherits it by then, only then will it go to them. The time hasn’t come yet; what right do they have to inherit it?"
Chen Yang paused for a moment, then, after thinking carefully, understood what was going on.
"You mean, since you can’t inherit it, you’re planning to find a disciple within these six months?"
Chen Yang understood Daoist Liu better. Upon hearing his words, he guessed roughly what he meant.
Seeing that Chen Yang had guessed it, Daoist Liu didn’t hide it and laughed, "Young friend Chen Yang, you truly have a discerning mind. I returned hurriedly to continue our line, find a disciple with exceptional talent, and have them accept the founder’s legacy on my behalf."
Upon hearing this, Chen Yang also laughed.
"No wonder you came back cheerfully without inheriting the legacy; you had already thought of a plan," Chen Yang said.
"That’s right, our Red Cloud lineage’s inheritance absolutely cannot fall into the hands of the people of Lion Tiger Mountain. Although we belong to the same sect, I can’t get past this hurdle in my heart," Daoist Liu said, emotion suddenly somewhat low.
Seeing this, Chen Yang suddenly realized that Daoist Liu and the remaining line at Lion Tiger Mountain seemed to have some old story.
"A hurdle in your heart? Old man, what’s the grudge between you and Lion Tiger Observatory?" Chen Yang asked curiously.
"That’s an old story... Never mind, let’s not mention it. The main reason I came back today is to find a disciple; time is pressing, and I can’t afford to delay," Daoist Liu said.
"Have you thought about how to recruit a disciple? If there’s anything you need help with, I can assist at any time." Chen Yang, seeing that Daoist Liu didn’t want to talk about it, didn’t press further. It seemed to be a very unpleasant past.
There was no need to reveal Daoist Liu’s scars just to satisfy his curiosity.
"Young friend Chen Yang, now that you mention it, I do have something I’d like your help with," Daoist Liu said with interest, looking at Chen Yang seriously.
"Let’s hear it, what help do you need?"
After interacting for some time, Chen Yang regarded Daoist Liu as a good friend. So, if Daoist Liu needed help, Chen Yang would naturally try to do it.
"Half a month has already passed, and even if I set out to find a disciple, whether I find one or not is uncertain. Even if I do find a disciple, it will take at least two months to instill basic Formation knowledge, which is too troublesome, so..." Daoist Liu didn’t finish but instead kept looking at Chen Yang.
Chen Yang paused again, seemingly realizing something.
"What do you mean? Are you planning to make me your disciple and then accept the inheritance?" Chen Yang said.
"Young friend Chen Yang, I must say, your perceptive abilities are indeed exceptional. Besides you, who else is suitable to take on the heavy task of reviving our Red Cloud lineage?" Daoist Liu smiled broadly, avoiding a direct answer while showering Chen Yang with praise.
Hearing this, Chen Yang knew that was indeed what Daoist Liu intended, just a bit embarrassed to ask directly, hence the approach.
Another possibility was that when Daoist Liu returned from Lion Tiger Mountain, he had already planned this, which is why he entered with a joyful demeanor.
"Old man, I’m afraid I can’t help you with this favor."
After a moment of thought, Chen Yang refused.
"What?" Daoist Liu’s expression visibly changed upon hearing this.
Chen Yang knew Daoist Liu might be a bit disappointed, but he genuinely wasn’t interested.
"Old man, you know me. I’ve never intended to join any organization, and your Red Cloud lineage’s inheritance is too significant. If I agreed, wouldn’t I be taking advantage of you? Although Chi Yunzi’s inheritance is tempting, I have my own principles," Chen Yang continued, explaining.
These were his true feelings.
Gaining the inheritance was beneficial, but it also entailed taking on corresponding responsibilities. 𝚏𝗿𝗲𝐞𝚠𝕖𝐛𝗻𝗼𝐯𝕖𝚕.𝚌𝗼𝗺
In this case, reviving the Red Cloud lineage.
Chen Yang believed that his ambitions didn’t lie there and that he might not be able to fulfill Daoist Liu’s dream, so he naturally wouldn’t choose to take advantage of this.
Listening to Chen Yang’s words, Daoist Liu felt both disappointed and appreciative of him.
The disappointment was naturally because Chen Yang wouldn’t accept the inheritance.
During this half-month attempt to accept the inheritance, he thought a lot.
After careful consideration, he still felt that Chen Yang, due to his talent, character, and determination, was an extremely suitable candidate. So when he realized he couldn’t accept it, he returned to Liuhe Village immediately.
It’s just a pity that Chen Yang refused.
"Young friend, just a joke, don’t take it seriously. I’m well aware of your character," Daoist Liu suddenly laughed heartily, pretending nothing happened.
Seeing this, Chen Yang naturally also smiled.
After that, the two wisely did not bring up the topic again.
After chatting for a while about other things, Chen Yang recalled the last incident of Qin Feng fighting the flood dragon at Lion Tiger Mountain, and with a curious mind, he asked Daoist Liu about the situation.
According to the information Lisa helped him investigate previously, Lion Tiger Mountain used to have two guardian spiritual beasts, one for each line.
And as Red Cloud lineage’s heir, Daoist Liu must be aware of this, which is why Chen Yang chose to ask him.
