sbdcsierra Chapter 130 Another identity!
Chapter 130 Another identity!
Another identity!
Tao Tao approached calmly, wearing the Tang Clan's distinctive blue uniform, the soft sword at her waist swaying gently in the wind. Looking at the swaggering Li Qiankun, a complex emotion flashed in her eyes, a mixture of surprise and a sigh.
"You're here." Tao Tao's voice was calm and cold, as if she had already anticipated Li Qiankun's arrival.
Li Qiankun raised his eyebrows, a playful smile appeared on the corner of his mouth, and he looked at Tao Tao and said, "Why, you are not welcome?" There was a hint of provocation in his tone, as if he deliberately wanted to anger Tao Tao.
Tao Tao shook her head, her eyes firm: "Since you are here, that's a good thing." Her tone was calm and firm, as if she had seen through Li Qiankun's thoughts.
Li Qiankun scoffed, a hint of disdain flashing in his eyes. "Good news? You guys at the Tang Sect are really interesting. You invite people over but don't even send an invitation. Is this how you treat guests?"
Tao Tao didn't answer, but just looked at him quietly, her eyes revealing an indescribable depth. Li Qiankun saw this and said nothing more. He just snorted and strode forward.
After walking for a while, Li Qiankun suddenly stopped and turned to look at Tao Tao: "Where is Old Man Li's grave?" His voice was low and powerful, as if every word contained deep emotion.
When Tao Tao heard this, tears flashed in her eyes. She turned and pointed to an open area halfway up the mountain: "It's right there." Her voice trembled slightly, as if she was also sad about the passing of Old Man Li.
Li Qiankun nodded without saying anything, but quickened his pace. Tao Tao followed him silently, feeling a mixture of emotions. She knew the grudges between Li Qiankun and Old Man Li, and she also understood what Li Qiankun's arrival meant.
Arriving at the cemetery, Li Qiankun looked at the name engraved on the tombstone, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes. He walked to the tomb and bowed deeply: "Master, I have come to see you." His voice was low and sincere, as if he was expressing his longing for his deceased loved one.
Tao Tao stood aside, watching him quietly. She knew that although Li Qiankun looked arrogant and unruly on the surface, deep down, he still had deep feelings for Old Man Li. This feeling could not be erased by time.
After paying homage to Old Man Li, Li Qiankun turned and looked at Tao Tao: "Tell me, what exactly do you want to talk to me about?" There was a hint of impatience in his tone, as if he couldn't wait to know the answer.
Tao Tao sighed and said slowly, "Actually, we didn't ask you for anything. It was Old Man Li. Before he died, he kept repeating your name, saying that you were his biggest regret in this life."
Li Qiankun's eyes flashed with surprise when he heard this. He was silent for a moment before asking, "What did he...say?" His voice trembled slightly, as if he was trying to suppress his inner excitement.
Tao Tao took a deep breath and spoke slowly, "He said that his biggest regret in life was not training you to become a true Tang Sect disciple. He said that although you are extremely intelligent, your character is still unstable. If you could stay in the Tang Sect, he might be able to help you correct those flaws."
Li Qiankun was silent for a long time before he said, "Did he...really say that?" His voice was low and hoarse, as if he was trying hard to digest this information.
Tao Tao nodded: "Yes, that's what he said." Her eyes were firm and sincere, as if proving to Li Qiankun the authenticity of all this.
Li Qiankun took a deep breath, and a hint of determination flashed in his eyes: "Okay, I understand. From today on, I am a member of the Tang Sect." His voice was firm and powerful, as if he had made an important decision.
At this moment, a laugh suddenly rang out from the distance: "Haha! Awesome Tang Sect people!" Everyone looked in the direction of the voice and saw a middle-aged man in a green shirt walking out of the forest. He had a smile on his face, and his eyes were shining, clearly a master.
"Tang Miaoxin!" Li Qiankun exclaimed, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes. He had not expected that Tang Miaoxin, the elder of the Tang Sect, would appear at this time.
Tang Miaoxin walked up to the crowd, smiled and patted Li Qiankun on the shoulder: "Little Li, you're finally here. We've been waiting for you for a long time." There was a hint of kindness and expectation in his tone, as if he had already regarded Li Qiankun as a member of the Tang Clan.
Li Qiankun was touched upon hearing this. He hadn't expected the Tang Sect to value him so highly. This recognition only strengthened his resolve to return to the Tang Sect.
Afterwards, Li Qiankun and Tang Miaoxin came to the Tang Clan's martial arts training ground. This was once a place that Li Qiankun was familiar with. He had spent countless days and nights here, and had shed countless sweat and tears here.
Their eyes met, both filled with complex emotions. Tang Miaoxin whispered, "You've changed." His voice was low and gentle, as if he was telling a long-lost story.
Li Qiankun nodded: "Yes, I have changed. But some things have never changed." His eyes were firm and persistent, as if proving his determination to Tang Miaoxin.
Tang Miaoxin looked at Li Qiankun, a flicker of relief in his eyes. He knew that this former Tang Sect disciple, despite having experienced countless hardships and setbacks, had always maintained a grateful heart. This gratitude was the Tang Sect's most precious treasure.
However, at this moment, an awkward figure appeared at the edge of the martial arts arena. He was Zhang Chulan, a young man with an irreconcilable grudge against the Tang Clan.
Zhang Chulan touched his nose awkwardly. He knew there was an insurmountable gap between him and the Tang Sect. His grandfather had once caused great harm to the Tang Sect, and this hatred continued to this day.
Li Qiankun noticed Zhang Chulan's awkward situation. He walked up to him and patted him on the shoulder: "Let the past be the past. We are all practitioners and should understand the principle of cause and effect." His voice was firm and powerful, as if conveying a kind of strength to Zhang Chulan.
Zhang Chulan raised his head and looked at Li Qiankun, a flicker of gratitude in his eyes. He knew that Li Qiankun was helping him out. This help made him feel an unprecedented warmth and tolerance.
Tang Miaoxin looked at Zhang Chulan and said lightly: "I won't vent my anger on you about your grandfather's affairs. The grievances of the older generation have nothing to do with us younger generations." His voice was calm and firm, as if declaring an attitude to Zhang Chulan.
Zhang Chulan heaved a sigh of relief upon hearing this. He knew that Tang Miaoxin's words represented the Tang Sect's acceptance of him. This acceptance gave him hope of resolving their grudge.
However, at this moment, a sudden change shattered the tranquility. A dusty figure appeared at the gate of the Tang Sect. It was Ding Shiman. He strode forward and shouted, "Listen up, Tang Sect! I'm here to challenge you!"
Old Li, the gatekeeper, frowned and blocked Ding Shiman's way: "This is the important territory of the Tang Clan, how can you run wild!" His voice was low and powerful, as if warning Ding Shiman not to act rashly.
Ding Shimaan sneered and tried to force his way in, but was knocked back a few steps by Lao Li's internal force. He stared at Lao Li with wide eyes, as if he couldn't believe that an old man guarding the gate could have such profound cultivation.
This unexpected turn of events surprised and angered everyone present. They had never imagined someone would dare to act so recklessly on Tang Sect territory. This provocation was a grave insult to the Tang Sect's dignity.
However, at this moment, Li Qiankun stood up. He walked up to Ding Shian and looked at him with a sharp gaze: "You want to challenge me? Then you have to get past me first!" His voice was firm and powerful, as if declaring war on Ding Shian.
Ding Shimaan looked at Li Qiankun with a hint of disdain in his eyes: "Just you? You want to stop me?" His tone was full of provocation and contempt, as if he didn't take Li Qiankun seriously at all.
However, Li Qiankun ignored his provocation. He flashed in front of Ding Shiman and punched him in the chest. The punch was so powerful that it seemed to send Ding Shiman flying.
Seeing this, Ding Shian quickly dodged to the side. However, Li Qiankun's moves followed him like a shadow, relentless. As he attacked, he observed Ding Shian's weaknesses, searching for an opportunity to strike back.
After a fierce exchange, Li Qiankun finally found Ding Shian's weakness. He flashed behind him and kicked him in the back. The kick was so powerful that it sent Ding Shian flying.
Ding Shimaan fell to the ground, groaning in pain. He looked at Li Qiankun with fear and awe in his eyes. He knew that he was no match for Li Qiankun.
This battle made everyone present look at Li Qiankun with new eyes. They had never expected that this young man who had been expelled from the Tang Sect had grown to such a powerful level.
Afterwards, Li Qiankun returned to the Tang Clan's main hall. He sat opposite Tang Miaoxin and the two began to talk.
"Qiankun, you have made great progress over the years. Your cultivation is almost catching up with us older generations." Tang Miaoxin looked at Li Qiankun with admiration in her eyes.
Li Qiankun smiled modestly and said, "Thank you for the compliment, senior. I still have a lot to learn." His tone was full of humility and respect.
"The reason I came to Sichuan this time is actually because I want to ask you for help with something." Li Qiankun paused and continued.
Tang Miaoxin raised his eyebrows: "Oh? What's the matter?" There was a hint of curiosity and anticipation in his tone.
Li Qiankun took a deep breath and stated his purpose: "I want to visit Senior Xu Xin. There are some things I need to ask him." His eyes were full of determination and persistence.
Tang Miaoxin was silent for a moment after hearing this. Then she said, "Senior Xu Xin hasn't appeared in a long time. I don't know if he's still in the mountains. But I can help you find out."
Li Qiankun was excited when he heard this. He knew that if he could find Senior Xu Xin, he might be able to resolve some of his doubts and confusions.