manynovel Chapter 75 Senior Brother Wang Ye
Chapter 75 Senior Brother Wang Ye
Chapter 75 Senior Brother Wang Ye
"Pfft—"
Someone couldn't hold back any longer, and a very low laugh escaped from somewhere.
The laughter seemed contagious, quickly triggering a series of suppressed, rustling chuckles that stood out starkly against the deliberately maintained silence of the lobby.
Lu Jin, sitting at the head of the table, frowned slightly. Although he was highly skilled and held a prestigious position, he had been living in seclusion at the Three Truths Sect for many years and was not very familiar with these latest trendy gadgets in the secular world.
He looked at Lu Lin, who was standing beside him, with a hint of doubt. Lu Lin leaned forward slightly and whispered a few words in his ear.
Upon hearing this, Lu Jin's expression remained unchanged, though she paused almost imperceptibly before gently saying, "Childish nature."
They simply let this little incident pass by.
He continued chatting with Lu Linglong for a while, asking about her studies and life, his tone gentle but with the distance of an elder.
Lu Linglong responded obediently and did not overstep the bounds.
After a few words, Lu Jin turned his attention to the other members of the Lu family in the hall.
Those young people who have either joined other prestigious sects and shown talent in cultivation, or those who, though ordinary people, have made a name for themselves in the secular world and may take charge of some of the Lu family's secular businesses in the future, are the ones he truly needs to pay attention to and encourage this time he returned.
Lu Yun stood to the side, the rosy glow on his face that had originally been the anticipation of "bringing honor" to his daughter long since faded, leaving only an awkward gray.
Within the family, although blood ties are close, there are still distinctions of closeness and distance, as well as the allocation of resources. Naturally, he wanted to align himself with Lu Jin and Lu Lin, who had already been designated as the core of the Three Truths Sect.
Unexpectedly, this "push" turned her daughter into a topic of conversation that was harmless but somewhat abrupt, and she was no longer happy. Her face flushed red and then turned pale, and she stood in the crowd feeling quite embarrassed.
He glanced at Lu Linglong, who looked perfectly normal and even a little bored, and sighed inwardly, feeling both annoyed and helpless.
Lu Linglong seemed oblivious to her father's predicament and those low laughs, or rather, she didn't care.
She just felt the atmosphere in the lobby was a bit stuffy. Her fingertips unconsciously twirled the hard card, which flew nimbly between her fingers, making a slight whistling sound as it passed through the air.
Before long, she automatically broke away from the "inner circle" that surrounded Lu Jin and was filled with flattery and competition. She slipped away to the side and joined a group of younger "kid brothers" and "kid sisters" who were not expected by their families to "bring glory to the family."
These cousins were relatively simple-minded, and they quickly became friends, laughing and joking about school,
Games and celebrity gossip create a much more relaxed and comfortable atmosphere.
At noon, everyone enjoyed a sumptuous but rather formal lunch in the manor's spacious banquet hall.
During the meal, Lu Jin sat at the main table with several elders, chatting and laughing, mostly about the developments in the world of supernatural beings or their family businesses.
Lu Linglong, her mother, and the other younger relatives sat at a table a little further away, enjoying the peace and quiet.
After the meal, Lu's mother took Lu Linglong to stay in the guest rooms arranged in the manor.
Until the night was deep and quiet, the moonlight was like water.
Lu Lin, who had absolutely no connection with Lu Linglong, suddenly asked a young boy to secretly find her and arrange to meet her at a lakeside pavilion deep within the manor.
In a secluded lakeside pavilion within the estate, the moonlight shone like a ribbon, and the wine rippled across the calm lake surface like countless silver scales.
Ancient lanterns hang from the eaves of the pavilion, emitting a soft light.
Lu Linglong went as promised. The night breeze swept across the lake, bringing a damp coolness and the fragrance of lotus. Lu Lin stood alone in the pavilion with his hands behind his back. The moonlight gilded his plain white Taoist robe with a layer of cold silver, making his figure appear particularly solitary and upright.
"Cousin Lu Lin," Lu Linglong stepped into the pavilion, "is there something you need?"
Lu Lin turned around and looked at her cousin, who stood gracefully in the moonlight. The girl had clear eyes and a calm expression, and was no longer the fearless little girl she remembered.
A mix of emotions welled up inside him. After a moment of silence, he finally spoke, "Linglong," his voice lower than usual, "you—you should know about the world of the supernatural by now, right?"
"I've heard my father mention some of these," Lu Linglong said, walking to the pavilion and leaning against the railing. "They're like the strange and wonderful stories in folk tales. But they don't seem to have anything to do with me, so I haven't paid much attention to them."
She spoke of it casually, as if she were just an ordinary girl who had overheard some strange tales.
Looking into her clear, untroubled eyes, Lu Lin felt a pang of sadness; the words that had been brewing in her heart for so long were now hard to utter. She hesitated, then let out a barely audible sigh.
Lu Linglong seemed to see through his dilemma, and took the initiative to walk to the pavilion, sitting down on the smooth stone railing, facing the shimmering lake. The bright moon was reflected in the water, swaying gently with the ripples.
Her voice was calm as she broke the silence: "Cousin, you—you mean to talk about how Great-Grandfather chose you to join the Three Truths Sect from between the two of us, right?"
Lu Lin stiffened slightly and looked at her.
Lu Linglong didn't turn around, still looking at the lake, and continued, "I really don't care, really. Maybe I was a little envious when I was young, but I don't think about it anymore. It's just that my mom—she's straightforward and loves me dearly, and she feels that my great-grandfather is biased, so there have been some disagreements over the years. But so much time has passed, and her anger has actually subsided quite a bit. The fact that she's willing to come back this time says a lot."
She turned to Lu Lin, giving him a frank and even reassuring smile: "Cousin, you really don't need to feel embarrassed, much less like you've taken my spot. Great-Grandpa chose you because your talent and temperament are more suitable than mine. There's nothing to say about that; if I were Great-Grandpa, I would definitely choose you too."
Her tone was sincere, and her eyes were clear, showing no sign of pretense or forced smiles.
Looking at her like this, Lu Lin felt even worse.
He said in a low voice, "I know you're a good person, Linglong, and you've been sensible since you were little. But these past few years—I can sense that although Great-Grandfather has never said anything, he's actually been suffering inside. Both children are his flesh and blood, but as the head of the Three Truths Sect, he has to set an example, and there are some rules—that cannot be broken."
His voice carried a hint of bitterness.
If one's own bloodline is brought into the sect without restraint, over several generations, this Three Truths Method will probably have long since become the private property of a few surnames.
Because Zhou Yi ascended to heaven without leaving any offspring, the disciples of the Three Truths School back then were very likely to avoid this, not wanting to form a father-to-son succession like the Celestial Masters of Longhu Mountain.
Therefore, selection is necessary, and those who are not selected often miss out on the clearest "path to heaven".
"I'm saying all this not to defend myself, but simply because I don't want you to harbor any unnecessary resentment towards Great-Grandfather or even the entire Lu family. Although—I may not really have the right to advise you like this."
He was older than Lu Linglong back then, more sensible, and knew more than she did. Even if he did nothing, his chances of being chosen by Lu Jin were greater than Lu Linglong's, let alone what he did. How could he not feel guilty?
"Don't worry, cousin," Lu Linglong stood up, brushed off non-existent dust from her clothes, and smiled easily, "I really don't think it's a big deal. Everyone has their own path to walk, and I think it's fine for me to be like this now, studying, taking exams, and doing something I like in the future."
The more nonchalant and indifferent she appeared, the heavier the weight became in Lu Lin's heart.
That's because you don't yet know what it truly means to become a disciple of the Three Truths Sect, Linglong.
Lu Lin cried out silently in her heart.
It's not as simple as joining a powerful sect and learning some extraordinary skills.
That is a verified, clearly documented path to immortality! It is an opportunity for "ascension"!
The word "ascension" has captivated countless emperors, generals, heroes, and even sages throughout history, who have pursued and fought for it at any cost.
That is not just power, but transcendence, and the possibility of eternity.
The gains and losses of such opportunities are far beyond what ordinary competition for "spots" can compare to.
What Lu Lin feared most was that one day, when Lu Linglong truly understood the truth about the world of supernatural beings, grasped the significance of the Three Truths Dharma lineage, and witnessed those extraordinary powers and long lifespans—
Can she maintain her composure in this moment?
Looking back on today, and on that choice that was so easily overlooked back then, will endless regret, resentment, and even irreconcilable grievances well up in your heart?
well----
A silent sigh echoed in his chest.
What's done is done; the choice cannot be changed, and time cannot be turned back.
In a daze, Lu Lin seemed to see through the moonlight a glimpse of the distant future—a Lu Linglong, her face aging, her youth gone. Perhaps, on some lonely night, as she recalled the missed opportunity for immortality in her youth, would her eyes be filled with regret? Perhaps even—
Will she become hysterical, cursing the injustice of fate, cursing her great-grandfather's "favoritism," and cursing her cousin who "stole" her opportunity?
This heavy premonition and inescapable guilt, unknowingly, had quietly covered his heart like a layer of damp, cold gauze.
A few days later, Lu Jin and Lu Lin set off and left the Lu family manor in the capital.
He cannot stay here any longer.
If the leader of the most prominent sect in the world lingers in the capital for too long, it will inevitably arouse the overly sensitive nerves of some people. Many people will probably toss and turn at night, unconsciously recalling the great terror brought to them by that one person carrying a sword when the dust settled and then the waves rose again.
Over the years, there have been sporadic, almost speculative rumors circulating in the community that that person may already be dead.
After all, several decades have passed. Even if someone is an extraordinary person, unless they become an immortal or a Buddha, their lifespan is only about 120 years. That person, by calculation, should be at least 140 years old.
Time, in the end, is the most ruthless law.
After Lu Jin left, the family gathering that had been held briefly in the manor because of his return naturally came to an end.
Everyone went their separate ways, the noise subsided, and the vast manor returned to its former tranquility.
Lu Linglong and her mother stayed here for a few more days, mainly to keep her father company and enjoy some long-awaited family time, although there was still a lingering sense of estrangement and a faint barrier left by the past in the air.
Until a few days later, with the start of the new school term just around the corner.
Tsinghua University, outside the school gate.
In early September, the summer heat lingered on campus, the plane tree leaves remained lush and green, and the campus was filled with youthful faces full of anticipation for a new life.
Lu Linglong stood alone in front of the ancient and solemn school gate, dragging her not-too-heavy suitcase. She looked up at the powerful inscription of the school name, feeling both anticipation for university life and a slight unease about being alone in a foreign land.
Just as she took a deep breath, preparing to join the flow of new students registering, an unexpected voice rang out beside her: "Linglong."
He still had that signature long, silver-white hair, meticulously combed, and a well-tailored dark suit that accentuated his tall and straight figure. He stood casually under an old locust tree, standing out conspicuously among the passing students—it was Li Muxuan.
He had been waiting here for a long time, and even quietly opened a kind of "position" domain that was difficult for ordinary people to detect, so that he could find Lu Linglong the moment she stepped in.
However, Lu Linglong is no longer the same person she once was.
The moment she stepped into this area and Li Muxuan's "stance" touched her body, her almost minor supernatural power-level avatar keenly sensed this unusual energy fluctuation and familiar aura!
Almost simultaneously, she "sense" Li Muxuan's presence.
"Senior Li! What are you doing here?" Lu Linglong was genuinely surprised and quickly walked over, dragging her suitcase.
As she approached, Li Muxuan smiled gently, a smile that softened his usual arrogance and aloofness: "You are my student. If I'm not here, where else could I be?"
Li Muxuan's smile deepened, tinged with a hint of mockery: "You're my student. If I'm not here, where should I be?"
He wasn't entirely joking when he said that.
When Zhao Fangxu confidently assured Lu Linglong that she could enter Tsinghua University without taking the college entrance examination, a large part of his confidence, besides his extensive connections, came from Li Muxuan himself.
This senior figure, known within the academic community for his unconventional and unrestrained style, holds a very proper and respectable position in the secular academic world.
He is an academician with a proven track record and a very high reputation. He does hold a teaching position at Tsinghua University and occasionally gives lectures, leads projects, and even mentors a few outstanding students.
"Ahem," Li Muxuan cleared his throat, deliberately putting on a stern face, but his eyes couldn't hide his amusement. "Linglong, you'd better behave yourself here. You have to call me Academician."
"Academician?!" Lu Linglong's eyes widened. Even though she had seen a lot, she was still shocked by this identity.
She knew that Li Muxuan was an extraordinary person with extraordinary abilities, but it was really hard for her to associate the handsome old man in front of her, who looked more like a movie star than a scholar, with the image of a highly respected, white-haired "academician" in her imagination.
"Let's go. I've arranged your dorm and everything else for you." Li Muxuan stopped teasing her, waved, and gestured for her to follow.
"This is too much trouble for you, senior, no, Academician Li!" Lu Linglong quickly thanked him, feeling both grateful and a little embarrassed.
"Never mind," Li Muxuan rubbed his temples, looking helpless. "It sounds weird. Just call me senior, it sounds better."
Lu Linglong smiled and said, "Okay, Senior Li!"
As they talked, they walked over to what appeared to be an ordinary Volkswagen sedan.
A young man sat in the driver's seat, looking no more than a few years older than Lu Linglong. His slightly long black hair was casually tied into a loose ponytail at the back of his head, with a few stray strands falling across his forehead.
He had a handsome face, but his brown eyes were filled with weariness and laziness, as if he had no enthusiasm for anything. Even his straight nose seemed less prominent because of his lazy demeanor.
He was leaning back in his chair, his eyes half-closed, and only slowly turned his head when he heard the noise.
"His name is Wang Ye," Li Muxuan said casually as he got into the passenger seat. "He's a few years older than you, and he's currently doing some research with me, so he's kind of your senior."
"Hello, Senior Brother Wang Ye, I am Lu Linglong." Lu Linglong quickly leaned out from the back seat and greeted him politely.
"Lu—" Wang Ye blinked his sleepy eyes, his gaze lingering on Lu Linglong's face for a moment, as if he had thought of something, "North of the city—the Lu family?"
Lu Linglong was taken aback, not expecting the other party to directly point out her background.
"This kid is also in the industry, and he's no small figure. He's a disciple of the current leader of Wudang," Li Muxuan added, his tone as calm as if he were commenting on the weather.
"Wudang?!" Lu Linglong exclaimed again in a low voice.
Wudang Mountain is an undisputed pinnacle and top-tier sect in both the real world and the supernatural realm! The sect leader's personal disciple—this status alone is enough to command respect anywhere.
This kind of person is actually here to be my driver?
"Senior Brother Wang Ye, let me drive. I have a driver's license." Lu Linglong suddenly felt immense pressure and was about to get out of the back seat to switch places.
"—No! Junior Sister Lu, please spare me!" Upon hearing this, Wang Ye's lazy demeanor vanished instantly. He quickly sat up straight, turned the car key, and the engine roared to life. "Before coming here, the guy sitting next to me repeatedly told me to treat you like his great-granddaughter. How could I dare to be negligent in the slightest? I still want to graduate smoothly from his tutelage!"
As he spoke, the car smoothly slid out of the parking space and headed towards the school gate.
Wang Ye seemed to be very familiar with the gatekeeper, and he passed through by simply scanning his face.
As he passed the guard post, he casually tossed an unopened pack of Zhonghua cigarettes out of the car window. The pack traced an arc and landed precisely in the guard's outstretched hand as he waved. The movement was incredibly practiced.
"It's alright, Linglong," Li Muxuan said nonchalantly, noticing Lu Linglong's slight unease in the rearview mirror. "If you encounter any trouble at school, whether it's academic or personal, and I'm not at school or busy, just go to this kid. Feel free to ask him anything, don't be shy. At worst, I'll just give him a few more days off so he can catch up on his sleep."
Wang Ye glanced at Li Muxuan, his lips twitching slightly, but he remained silent, though his eyes clearly conveyed...
"You are so generous."
"This—" Lu Linglong looked at Wang Ye, whose ponytail was swaying in the front row, and then at Li Muxuan, who was calm and composed. She didn't know what to say for a moment, so she could only rub her fingers together a little awkwardly.
"Then—I'll be looking forward to your guidance from now on, Senior Brother Wang Ye." She finally said, turning towards the driver's seat.
"Okay, it's nothing serious." Wang Ye's voice remained lazy as the car smoothly entered the tree-lined road. He glanced at the rearview mirror and asked casually, "But Junior Sister Lu, I see you seem to—not have any trace of being in the entertainment industry? Not someone in the circle?"
"Uh—" Lu Linglong was taken aback by the question and didn't know how to answer for a moment. She was indeed not a "superhuman" in the traditional sense, and she did not cultivate the "qi" of superhumans.
Just as she hesitated, Li Muxuan naturally took over the conversation, his tone firm: "Linglong is not an extraordinary person."
"Oh, I understand." Wang Ye nodded and didn't ask any more questions.
Before he came, Li Muxuan did give him a lot of instructions, the most important of which was to ensure the safety of this "Junior Sister Lu" while she was at school.
Since she is not an alien, this bodyguard job shouldn't be too difficult—what kind of trouble could a little girl who isn't in the alien community cause at school?
Thinking this, the invisible string around Wang Ye seemed to loosen.
He adjusted his posture, becoming increasingly languid, almost sinking into the driver's seat, with only his eyes half-open, keeping an eye on the road ahead.
A family member was recently hospitalized, and I needed to handle things like transferring them to another hospital and accompanying them, so I've been quite busy.
I'll update once more for now.
I'll add it in a few days.
He wrote about one person in one go, and wrote about snow.
I took the opportunity to read "Snow in the Mountains" while I was at the hospital these past two days. I haven't read the original novel, and my knowledge of "Snow in the Mountains" is limited to what I've seen on Douyin (TikTok). That's why I only wrote the Spring and Autumn section before.
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