Chapter 897: Immortal (3)
"Haha! The divine might of our Imperial Preceptor leaves me utterly awed and full of admiration!" Emperor Zhao Kuangren approached Li Xiaofei, beaming with delight. "To think that the famed An Wanshan, renowned across the realm, couldn’t withstand a single move from the Imperial Preceptor. Your strength is unmatched even at such a young age!"
No one had been more anxious than him. He had felt like a gambler awaiting the verdict of fate, terrified that Li Xiaofei might be defeated. If that had happened, both he and the entire royal house of Great Song would have been doomed.
But Li Xiaofei had won, and effortlessly at that. Zhao Kuangren was ecstatic. He saw a glorious future ahead. Li Xiaofei merely smiled, saying nothing more.
The caravan continued onward at a calm, unhurried pace. The carriage wheels creaked softly as the horses’ hooves beat gently against the earth.
Li Xiaofei rode atop a shaggy old horse, speaking as he traveled, expounding on the principles of cultivation. His voice was neither loud nor soft, yet it reached every ear with perfect clarity. The people around him wore expressions of devout reverence, like fanatical pilgrims on a sacred journey silently listening and striving to comprehend his teachings.
Soon after, word began to spread. No one knew exactly how, but rumors flew like wildfire across the martial world of Great Song. A mysterious powerhouse had defeated an immortal sect expert and was now preaching the Dao along his journey, freely passing on immortal techniques.
“Teacher, we’ve entered Wei State,” said Li Yiyun as he approached with a grin. “I’ve got a few close friends here in Wei State. They’re brave and righteous heroes, full of passion and loyalty. They’d love to come and hear your teachings. Would that be alright?”
Li Xiaofei had always held great hope for this boisterous yet affectionate disciple.
“Why wouldn’t it be?” He replied with a nod. “My Dao is the Dao of humanity. If it can spread throughout the world, it will strengthen the human race. That has always been my wish. If they are willing to come and listen, they are welcome.”
“Thank you, Teacher!” Delighted, Li Yiyun turned and rushed off to spread the news.