EFB Chapter 110 Lord Yue Flies Away
Chapter 110 Lord Yue Flies Away
"Zhang Jing is a well-behaved child. He works very hard, never fights or grabs, and never cries or makes a fuss. He is my favorite."
"Zhang Qing is very intelligent, but he is a bit domineering and arrogant. He is also a leader among the children and always likes to compete with Zhang Jing."
"Life was tough back then, and everyone was struggling to survive. It's nothing like now, where every family has a car and no one has to worry about food or drink."
The troupe had no money, so I led them to perform in the streets and alleys, barely earning enough to make ends meet...
The old man recalled the past, tears welling up in his eyes, yet also a hint of a smile on his face, reminiscing about the warmth of those days: "What I worried about most was that the two children wouldn't get along. Zhang Jing's lack of competitiveness and his excessive humility made me worry that one day he might lose his temper and the two of them might start fighting."
"Fortunately, not long after, we met a Wudang Mountain master who was coming down the mountain. He admired the two children’s intelligence and wanted to take them up the mountain to cultivate themselves."
Although I was reluctant to leave, it was a good place to go, so of course I agreed. And so, they went to Wudang Mountain.
"They became disciples of Wudang Mountain? Do you remember the name of that Wudang Mountain master?" Gu Bai asked while searching for something.
"I remember him, his name was Chen Sandao, he was a very cute Taoist priest."
"cute?"
"Yes, he's down-to-earth and doesn't take it lying down. No matter who the other person is, if they upset him, he'll curse them to fall into a pit or have their wife stolen."
As the old man spoke, he couldn't help but laugh out loud: "When people say he's superstitious, he just says believe it or not, if you don't believe it, then get lost."
"Are they still in Wudang Mountain?" Gu Bai found the two men's files.
Zhang Jing spent two years in the welfare home before leaving at the age of ten to become a disciple of Wudang Mountain.
Zhang Qing spent three years in the welfare home before leaving at the age of ten to become a disciple of Wudang Mountain.
"They should still be here. I remember in the first two years after I became their apprentice, they would come down the mountain every year and bring back some food."
The old man thought for a moment and said, "They haven't come since they were thirteen years old."
"Did you go up the mountain to ask?" Gu Bai asked.
"I've been there before, but they said they went on a pilgrimage. Wudang Mountain gave me some food, so I didn't go back. After all, life isn't easy for anyone," the old man said.
Gu Bai took a picture and posted it in the group: "Thanks, I'll send the information to him."
Old turtle: "Hey, this little brat and the little bastard look quite alike."
Yanran: "Let me see, it really is! Isn't this a miniature version of Zhang Qingguan?"
Yang Xi: "Where did you find him? And who is this Zhang Qing?"
Gu Qingyi: "Let me see, Zhang Qingguan, did you have a son behind our backs?"
Bodhisattva: "The second one doesn't seem right, Zhang Qingguan, your wife has cheated on you."
Zhang Qingguan: "??"
Gu Bai sent an address: "Stop talking nonsense. This was found at the orphanage. It's from when Zhang Qingguan was a child. He and Zhang Qingguan were the two best children at the orphanage when they were young."
Zhang Qingguan: "What nonsense! I've been traveling with my master since I was a child. When have I ever spent time in an orphanage?"
Gu Bai: "Come and see for yourself. If this place is real, then the person who came for you is very likely Zhang Qing. Back then, he was the king of the kids, and he beat you until you knelt down and called him 'Dad.'"
Zhang Qingguan: "Bullshit! All I know is how to make people call me 'Dad'! I'm coming right now!"
Group member: "Come too."
Gu Bai: "Remember to bring money. I donated a truckload of snacks. I really took care of you. From now on, it's your responsibility."
Zhang Qingguan: "Even if you've never raised a Taoist priest, the Taoist priest still has a kind heart."
Gu Bai put away his phone: "Second Grandfather, he'll be here soon. Could I ask him about shadow puppetry and marionette shows? I'm also quite curious."
"It's rare that anyone is interested. There's nothing special about it; it's just using silk threads to control puppets."
The old man said, "I still have one left, which is perfect for showing to the distinguished guest."
"Please stop calling me 'esteemed person' all the time. My name is Gu Bai, just call me Xiao Gu."
Gu Bai put the box back. On the top box, a file caught his attention, and he quietly took a picture of it.
The two left the house and went to the courtyard, where Guo Jin and Gu Xiaojiao were playing happily with the children.
The little girl named Er Ya had already forgotten the unlucky thing and was enjoying the happiness brought by the snacks.
The old man went inside, and Gu Bai waited outside.
Fifteen minutes later, the old woman's voice rang out: "Sister, what happened to the things in my box?"
"I didn't move. Have you seen the third brother?" the old woman asked the old Taoist priest.
The old Taoist priest shook his head and said, "I haven't been inside my second brother's room. I've been outside all this time. If my second brother lost something, could it be that the children went in?"
The old man said apologetically, "Little Gu, wait a moment, let me ask the children."
"If not, then forget it," Gu Bai said.
The old man came into the courtyard, looked at the children, and said gently, "Children, have you seen Grandpa's wooden puppet? It's a small statue of Lord Yue."
Lord Yue?
Gu Bai was stunned. Did he still remember Zhang Qingguan from when he was a child?
Tai Sui: "Could it be that Zhang Qing?"
Gu Bai: "It's pretty much true. Look at everyone else, they're all playing with silk threads. You've gone down to the underground."
Tai Sui: "How much trouble have the zombies I control caused the Public Security Bureau? He's nothing. If he dares to show his face in front of me, I guarantee he'll be in pieces."
Gu Bai: "Stop bragging. You're nothing now."
The cat was beaten so badly that if I hadn't shared some food with it, it would probably be somewhere barely surviving now.
Tai Sui: "If you're so capable, take me to the Qi and Blood Pill factory. I, Tai Sui, will summon my clones, and even Yunhe dares to challenge me."
Gu Bai's eyes lit up: "Great idea! I'll definitely take you there when I have the chance."
The Qi and Blood Pill Factory is a good place; the clone should at least offer some tribute to the original body, right?
"Second Grandpa, you took it out to wipe it clean five days ago and then put it back," a little boy said.
"Grandpa can't be found. Can you help him think of something?" the old man said.
The children whispered among themselves, talking about the Yue Fei puppet, but they had all seen it five days ago.
Er Ya's face was pale, her body was trembling, and her eyes were filled with terror.
Guo Jin and Gu Xiaojiao, while eating spicy snacks, came to Gu Bai's side: "Brother Bai, what kind of puppet? Why don't you carve one for the old man?"
Gu Bai's gaze fell on Er Ya: "Er Ya, have you met her before?"
"It flew away." Er Ya's voice trembled, and her teeth chattered.
"Flew away?" Gu Bai beckoned her over. "You mean Prince Yue flew away?"
"It flew away, Lord Yue flew away, and killed a cat..."
"Don't be afraid, this is the older brother, he's a security guard, and he's best at finding things." Gu Bai pointed to Guo Jin.
Guo Jin immediately straightened his chest: "Don't be afraid. With me here, any demons and monsters will have to give way."
Er Ya nestled in Gu Bai's arms, and gradually calmed down when she heard that Guo Jin was a law enforcement officer: "It was raining that day, and there were stray cats in the archives. Lord Yue came out of my second grandfather's room, killed the stray cats with silk thread, and then flew away. I told them, but they didn't believe me."
Guo Jin's expression was serious: "I believe you. Do you know where Prince Yue has flown off to?"
"I don't know, I only know it's over there."
Er Ya reached out and pointed in the direction of Wudang Mountain.
"Alright, Er Ya, go play. Your brother will find Prince Yue." Guo Jin patted his chest and said.
Gu Bai glanced at him: "Zhang Qingguan is coming. Go to the door to greet him."
"Zhang Qingguan? That immortal from Wudang Mountain?" the old man asked in surprise.
The old Taoist priest was so startled that he almost dropped the cup in his hand, spilling hot water that scalded him. He stammered, "Sister, I have something to do, I'm going out for a walk."
That person is a true deity, while I am just a nobody. If I am exposed, getting a beating is the least of my worries; I'm more afraid of being arrested by the police and going to jail.