MMB Chapter 286 Li Jun's Decision
Chapter 286 Li Jun's Decision
Chapter 286 Li Jun's Decision
The first rays of morning sunlight crossed the mountain ridge and fell on the green tiles of Qingfeng Temple, gilding the entire Taoist temple with a faint golden hue.
The seven small gourds on the gourd vine glowed faintly in the morning light, golden and shimmering, like seven little lanterns hanging on the vine.
Little Lingxi squatted in front of the gourd vine, holding a small watering can, carefully watering the gourd.
"Qibao, have you grown any bigger today?"
She leaned closer to examine the smallest gourd more closely.
The little gourd glowed faintly in the morning light, as if responding to her.
"Hmm, it seems like she's grown a little bit."
Xiao Lingxi nodded in satisfaction and then turned to another gourd.
"Erbao, you were very good today too."
She talked to each of the gourds one by one, her little face full of seriousness.
The old Taoist priest came out of the kitchen with breakfast, saw this scene, and shook his head with a smile.
"Lingxi, dinner's ready."
"Here it comes!"
Little Lingxi put down the small water bottle, ran over, climbed onto the stone bench, and picked up her small bowl.
Today's breakfast was millet porridge, with pickled vegetables and steamed buns.
Xiao Lingxi took a sip of porridge, then suddenly remembered something and looked up at the old Taoist priest.
"Grandpa, when will the gourd grow big?"
"It'll be here soon."
The old Taoist priest said with a smile.
"If you water them every day, they'll definitely grow fast."
Xiao Lingxi nodded vigorously.
"Yes! I want them to grow big and big!"
She lowered her head, took a sip of porridge, and then looked up again.
"Then I'll use Dabao to hold the candy, Erbao to hold the cookies, and Sanbao to hold—"
She counted on her fingers, and when she got to Qibao, she realized she couldn't think of anything else delicious, so she waved her hand and said, "We'll talk about the rest later."
The old Taoist priest burst into laughter at her amusement.
Li Jun came out of the house, sat down at the stone table, and picked up a bowl of porridge.
He glanced at the gourd vine, and a slight smile curved his lips.
Those seven little gourds did indeed grow very quickly.
At this rate, it won't be long before they mature.
He was looking forward to seeing what surprises the seven gourds would bring him once they matured.
Just then, Li Jun's brow twitched.
He turned to look outside the courtyard gate.
Soon, a respectful voice came from outside the courtyard gate.
"Master Daoist, Qin Chengzhong requests an audience."
President Qin stood at the door, holding two gift boxes in his hands, with a reserved smile on his face.
"Come in."
President Qin hurriedly walked into the courtyard and placed the gift box on the stone table.
"Master, this is just a small token of my appreciation."
Li Jun nodded.
"Mr. Qin, you're too kind. You must have rushed over so early and haven't had breakfast yet. Come on, have something with us."
"Thank you for your concern, Master. I've already eaten in the southern part of the city."
After thanking him, President Qin sat down across the stone table. He glanced at Xiao Lingxi, who was holding a bowl of porridge, then at the old Taoist priest, hesitated for a moment, and then spoke.
"Master, the situation in the New World is very serious right now."
"Um?"
President Qin lowered his voice and spoke very quickly.
"The number of nature spirits deep in the Rocky Mountains has increased to sixty-six."
"Moreover, they continue to gather, and the people of the New World are now in a state of panic. Jason has requested your help."
Li Jun picked up the bowl of porridge and took a sip.
"Let Jason wait a bit longer; now is not the time."
"Once more of those natural spirits gather, we'll deal with it all at once."
Upon hearing this, President Qin fell silent.
How to eliminate sixty-six or even more natural spirits in one go?
If someone else had said that, he would have thought they were bragging.
But coming from Master Li's mouth—
He took it for granted.
"Understood."
President Qin took a deep breath and nodded heavily.
Then he stood up, ready to take his leave.
"Master, I'll go first—"
"Wait a moment."
Li Jun called out to him.
President Qin immediately stopped and stood up straight.
Li Jun put down the porridge bowl, picked up a steamed bun, broke it in half, and handed it to Xiao Lingxi.
Little Lingxi took the steamed bun, took a bite, and looked up at him, asking, "Master, what are you and this grandpa talking about?"
"I need to talk to you about something."
Li Jun rubbed her head.
"After you finish eating, go practice your calligraphy."
"oh."
Xiao Lingxi lowered her head and continued eating her steamed bun, suddenly not wanting to talk anymore.
President Qin stood to the side, watching this scene, his heart filled with mixed emotions.
On the other side of the New World, the situation has become extremely tense.
Sixty-six nature spirits have gathered deep within the Rocky Mountains, ready to strike at any moment.
Undercurrents are swirling among the various pantheons, and the Church of Holy Light is secretly making its moves.
But Master Li sat in this small Taoist temple, drinking porridge and eating steamed buns with his disciples.
This composure and calmness filled him with both admiration and a sense of security.
"President Qin."
Li Jun suddenly spoke up.
President Qin quickly gathered his thoughts.
"exist!"
Li Jun looked at him, her tone indifferent.
"Spread the word that I will be heading to the New World in three days."
His voice wasn't loud, but every word was clear.
President Qin was taken aback upon hearing this, then nodded emphatically.
"Yes! I'll go back and issue the announcement right away!"
"Master, then I won't disturb your meditation any longer."
Li Jun nodded, watched President Qin's figure disappear outside the courtyard gate, then looked away and continued drinking his porridge.
The old Taoist priest sat to the side, picked up the bowl of porridge, and took a sip.
"Jun'er, is everything really alright in the New World?"
"Don't worry, Master, there won't be any problems."
"That's fine then."
The old Taoist priest nodded and asked no further questions.
Xiao Lingxi, listening from the side, was completely confused.
"Grandpa, Master, what are you talking about again?"
Li Jun smiled.
"It's nothing."
"If you write a hundred words today, I'll take you down the mountain to buy candied hawthorns."
Xiao Lingxi's eyes lit up.
"real?"
"real."
"Then I'll finish eating right away!"
Little Lingxi lowered her head and began to slurp her porridge, her little face almost buried in the bowl.
The old Taoist priest watched from the side, shaking his head with a smile.
"Drink slowly, don't choke."
The sun was shining brightly in the courtyard.
On the gourd vine, seven small gourds swayed gently in the wind, making a soft sound.
The sound was very soft and faint.
It sounded like a whisper.
It also sounds like singing.
soon.
Deep within the manor where the Holy Light Church delegation was staying in the New World.
Uriel stood by the window, looking at the night outside.
The bright moon in the sky was reflected in His golden eyes.
"Your Excellency, the Envoy."
Alberto's voice came from behind.
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"I have just received news that Mr. Li will be visiting the New World in three days."
Uriel paused slightly.
Is the information accurate?
"Absolutely accurate, it's an announcement released by the Great Xia Night Watch."
Uriel remained silent for a moment.
Then, He smiled.
That smile was cold, as cold as ice.
"Is it finally coming—?"
He murmured.
"I have been waiting for this day for a long time."
Alberto asked cautiously, "Your Excellency, should we make arrangements beforehand?"
"No rush."
Uriel waved his hand.
"Let the nature spirits fight him first."
"We'll make our move when they're both severely weakened."
Xiu turned around, her eyes flashing with a cold light.
"Tell the major pantheons to prepare."
"The day when we surround and kill Li Jun is not far off."
"yes!"
Alberto responded and turned to walk quickly out.
Uriel stood still, continuing to gaze at the night outside the window.
A cold smile curved at the corner of her lips.
"Li Jun————"
He murmured.
"This time, I'll see if you can return to Great Xia alive."