Invincibility Starts From Sacrificing Ancestors

87 Old friends reunited

Ten years of life and death, ups and downs in the world.

On the cold official road, an old horse walked slowly, followed by a big dog.

"Master, it's been almost ten years since you left Ping'an Town..."

Ha Shiqi grinned and stuck out his tongue.

"Ten years? Probably not... I can't remember..." Zhou Dao shook his head.

This time when he returned to Pingan Town, he specially brought Clam Shiqi with him to revisit his old place, which left a special feeling in his heart.

The morning fog has not yet dissipated, but the boundary monument of Ping'an Town in the distance has already appeared in front of us.

Zhou Dao looked at it and felt a little dazed, as if yesterday's time was right in front of his eyes.

At that time, he was still a small demon sealing master in the Demon Control Department of Ping'an Town. He worked with Wang Xiaoyi all day long and fished, and from time to time he would bring monster corpses as sacrifices to the ancestor.

Those days were so carefree and uncomfortable.

"When I left, I was just a little guy in the refining realm..." Zhou Dao sighed.

Over the years, he has been to many places, including Pingjiang City, Lin'an Prefecture, the capital city, Shiwanda Mountain, Six Avenue Gate, Wudao Mountain, and the Demon Division outside the Great Wall...

Today, Zhou Dao is already the world-famous Prince Yuan, a new noble in the imperial court, a presence that makes the leaders of the Dao sect gnash their teeth... I don’t know how many demon kings have to flee when they hear his name.

I don't know how many young monks yearn for him when they hear his name.

Even if he is away from the highest realm of heaven and earth, Zhou Dao is only half a step away.

"After so many years of wandering outside with my master, narrowly escaping death, returning to my hometown again is like a dream." Ha Shiqi also sighed.

Back then, when Zhou Dao subdued him, he was just a little demon who occupied the mountain as a bandit.

But now, he has become the Lord of Shiwang Mountain.

"When I revisit my old place, things will inevitably change and people will change." Zhou Dao sighed.

Taizu Taizu of Great Qin once said that the most ruthless thing in the world is time, and the most terrifying thing is time.

"Human beings say that if you don't return home after wealth, you will be like walking in brocade at night...Master, you can be considered a proud return home now." Ha Shiqi said with a grin.

"It's not enough to be boastful about being sordid in the past, but now my dissolute thoughts are boundless..." Zhou Dao murmured softly, and couldn't help but smile knowingly.

The sound of horse hooves trampling echoed on the cold official road, and the morning mist gradually dispersed.

In the distance, the outline of Ping'an Town gradually emerges. Just like in the past, the quiet and sleepy remote town has always been so peaceful and peaceful.

"I'm back."

Zhou Dao whispered silently, jumped from the horse and jumped down.

With his current state, all regions in the world can reach him through the air with just a thought.

This time, when I returned to Ping'an Town, I went on a horseback riding parade and saw all the scenery and people along the way.

"Um!?"

In front of Ping'an Town, a stone tablet was erected with the words: Hometown of King Yuan.

"Tsk, tsk, now Ping'an Town has a halo." Zhou Dao smiled.

Walking into Pingan Town, the streets in front of you seem familiar yet unfamiliar.

I haven’t been back for nearly ten years, and a lot of changes have indeed taken place here.

"Yuan Wang's barbecue...Yuan Wang's must-eat barbecue for every meal."

"Zuichun Tower...the place where Prince Yuan once prostituted himself."

"Prince Yuan's silk and satin workshop...Prince Yuan formulated the materials for making clothes when he was a boy."

Zhou Dao led the horse and glanced over. Almost all the signboards hanging in the shops on the street were related to King Yuan.

The food that King Yuan had eaten, the clothes that King Yuan had worn, the drugs that King Yuan had taken... even the beggars on the roadside had been rewarded by King Yuan.

Walking into Ping'an Town, it seems as if King Yuan grew so big because of the shops in the entire town.

"Good guy...this business...why didn't I receive a share?" Zhou Dao couldn't help but sigh.

"Master, does this mean that one person attains enlightenment and chickens and dogs ascend to heaven?" Ha Shiqi stuck out his tongue and said with a strange smile.

Before coming back, Zhou Dao also heard that because of his relationship, today's Ping'an Town is very different. Many monks came to Ping'an Town from afar in order to admire the grace of King Yuan and follow the traces of his youth.

As a result, the local economy has been greatly boosted, especially the tourism, catering, accommodation, transportation and other industries have become extremely developed.

Today's Ping'an Town is much richer than when Zhou Dao was here, and the people's income has doubled.

Even just by guiding outsiders, there is an objective income every year, not to mention some gifts related to King Yuan, which is an astonishing amount.

"The Demon Control Division is not here anymore?"

Zhou Dao came to the old site of Yuyaosi, only to find that the place had changed its appearance and had become a large-scale teahouse.

"Brother, where is the Demon Control Division?" Zhou Dao grabbed a passerby and asked.

"Little brother, you must have come from outside... Did you see that nine-story building? That's the Demon Control Division..."

The passerby pointed casually, and the tallest and most magnificent building in Ping'an Town came into view.

The nine-story building overlooks the entire Ping'an Town. It is said that the new headquarters of the Demon Control Division was designed by an architect invited from Pingjiang City based on the Feng Shui of Ping'an Town.

"It's true that things are different and people are different..."

Zhou Dao couldn't help but sigh that the size of the Demon Control Department in Ping'an Town is now comparable to that of Pingjiang City.

Although it is still a town-level organization, because of King Yuan's relationship, the demon-slaying guards who can enter Ping'an Town are not ordinary people.

"Master, you have changed the fate of many people." Ha Shiqi couldn't help but sigh.

"Destiny..." Zhou Dao smiled faintly.

"Come on, Gouzi, let's go eat steamed buns."

While talking, Zhou Dao came to Lao Wang's bun shop, which he would never miss every breakfast.

Ten years of changes have taken place. What was once a roadside shop has turned into a teahouse with a three-story building. Of course, the signature is still King Yuan’s favorite steamed buns.

Limited edition steamed buns, Yuan Wang’s favorite: oysters, chives and kidney filling.

"..." Zhou Dao was indifferent.

With all conscience, he has never eaten steamed buns with such strong taste.

"Dude, here are two baskets of pork stuffed with green onions..."

Zhou Dao found a corner and sat down casually, while Ha Shiqi lay beside him.

"Sir, we don't allow pets here..."

"Er Zhu, please stay down and I'll greet you."

Just as the clerk was about to exhort him, a sharp shout came from the counter and stopped him.

"The shopkeeper..."

"You go down."

The shopkeeper walked to the table, his eyes uncertain, and he looked Zhou Dao up and down.

"You...you are Lord Xiao Zhou...no no no, Lord Yuan Wang!?" The shopkeeper's eyes widened, as if he was making a statement or asking.

"Xiao Wang!?" Zhou Dao looked at the middle-aged man with a big belly in front of him and couldn't help but smile.

Back in Ping'an Town, this was the first acquaintance he met.

The former Lao Wang Baozi Shop was passed into the hands of Xiao Wang. Ten years later, the thin Xiao Wang gradually took on the appearance of Lao Wang, and his body became more and more like a bun, which can be regarded as a son inheriting his father's business.

"It's really you..." Xiao Wang was so excited that he knelt down to salute.

"You fellow from the village, what are you doing?" Zhou Dao stopped him quickly.

To be honest, he had eaten a lot of steamed buns from this shop since he was a child. Before he entered the Yuyao Division, he was short of money, so Lao Wang didn't care and just let him come back when he was hungry.

Therefore, Zhou Dao is still grateful.

"Lord Yuan Wang..."

"Just call me Xiao Zhou." Zhou Dao said with a smile.

"Master Xiao Zhou, you are actually back. Is this a private visit incognito? I am not dreaming." Xiao Wang was so surprised that he looked a little dazed.

"How have you been these past few years?" Zhou Dao asked.

"It's very good. Thanks to you, life is getting more prosperous day by day..."

"Especially since you left, there have been no more goblins in Ping'an Town."

"..."

Zhou Dao's mouth twitched, revealing an awkward smile.

"How is the Demon Control Division?"

"Master Chen retired two years ago and was taken to Pingjiang City by his family for retirement. I heard that he was well taken care of by the Long family." Xiao Wang replied.

The Long family is the number one family in Pingjiang City.

Back then, the Long family, the Yuan family, and the Hong family were three pillars. Because of Zhou Dao's relationship, the Long family was able to stand out and become the dominant family.

"He has already retired." Zhou Dao couldn't help but sigh.

At that time, among the three guards of the Yuyao Division, Chen Qinggang was the oldest, except for Wang Hongbo, who had been torn apart.

Ten years have passed, and this old man who dedicated himself to the Demon Control Division has finally relieved his heavy burden.

"The main reason is that you were injured many times and had old illnesses while you were here, otherwise I could have worked for two more years..." Xiao Wang sighed.

"..."

Zhou Daogan laughed twice, picked up a bun and stuffed it into his mouth.

"Who is the mayor now?"

"Lord Zhang Beixuan."

"Sure enough." Zhou Dao thought thoughtfully. This result was somewhat similar to the fantasy he saw at Wudao Mountain.

But the imagination was correct. Zhang Beixuan was originally from the capital. He was powerful and had seniority, so it was more reasonable to inherit the town office.

"I heard that in the past few years, the superiors issued several transfer orders to transfer him to Pingjiang City, but Mr. Zhang rejected them all." Xiao Wang lowered his voice.

"Why?"

"The Zhang family is now bigger and deeper in Ping'an Town, and has great energy. Their methods are so powerful that they can even reach Lin'an Mansion... Of course they will not take the official position in Pingjiang City seriously."

"I see."

Zhou Dao showed a look of surprise. After so many years of business, Zhang Beixuan has completely rooted in Ping'an Town.

To put it bluntly, he is the local emperor of Ping'an Town. This is his foundation, so naturally he is unwilling to move.

What's more, with his current energy, he can easily send his nephew outside to a wider stage.

"Ten years of great luck... people's fate is indeed very mysterious." Zhou Dao couldn't help but sigh.

At that time, Zhang Beixuan was still a depressed and frustrated clerk who moved from the capital to Ping'an Town. Who would have thought that just a few years later, he would be like a bird spreading its wings.

"I wonder how the woman who abandoned Zhang Duwei would feel when she found out."

Zhou Dao ate the steamed buns and chatted with Xiao Wang for a few more words.

Unexpectedly, he also got good news. Zhao Guangming, the big licker who was also the demon sealing master at that time, actually embraced the beauty and married Wang Qingwan.

You must know that among the Demon Control Division back then, Xu Qian, Gu Xiangling and Wang Qingwan were the most outstanding.

Xu Qian died in Zhou Dao's hands, and Gu Xiangling had already passed away.

In the end, Wang Qingwan actually married Zhao Guangming, and they had a son and a daughter. They lived in Zhendong and lived a happy life.

"I have to ask Xiao Yi to prepare a big gift later." Zhou Dao was sincerely happy for Zhao Guangming. After so many years of hard work, he finally managed to see the moonlight.

"time to go."

Zhou Dao finished eating the buns and was about to get up and pay for it.

"Mr. Xiao Zhou, you are slapping me in the face. It's rare for you to come back. It's already a blessing to come to my shop. If I charge you any more money, I'm afraid my father will have to ask for you in my dreams at night." I am..."

Shopkeeper Xiao Wang saw this and quickly postponed it.

"This jade pendant is for you, let it be a family heirloom." Zhou Dao took out a jade pendant from his arms. It was not finely carved, but it had an ancient mountain engraved on the front.

Seeing this, Ha Shiqi's slightly narrowed eyes couldn't help but reveal a strange color.

"Thank you Lord Xiao Zhou. I will definitely enshrine him when I go back. I will burn incense every day and worship him for generations to come."

Shopkeeper Xiao Wang was pleasantly surprised. This was a jade pendant given by King Yuan. Its value was unimaginable and it could be regarded as a family heirloom.

He was grateful and raised his head again. Zhou Dao had already disappeared.

"Master, you have given his family a great kindness."

On the way, Ha Shiqi stuck out his tongue and couldn't help but say.

"This is fate. Maybe a Taoist will come out of their family." Zhou Dao chuckled.

"This family is originally poor. Not to mention a monk, we should not even enjoy wealth... Just because of your glory, I don't know what kind of people will come out in a hundred generations."

Ha Shiqi sighed.

The jade pendant left by Zhou Dao just now is extraordinary. It is carved from the scales shed by the Qilin Demon God, and is stained with the aura of Yuanshi Mountain.

The descendants of the Wang family must have Zhong Ling. When they embark on the path of spiritual practice, they may even be contaminated by the Taoist realm, and their fate will be different from now on.

Of course, such a character will not appear until many generations later.

"Let's go to the Heaven and Earth Bathhouse."

Zhou Dao took a step forward. That was the original site of the Sunset Sect Taoist Temple, and it was also the place where he grew up.

When Zhou Dao came to the great bathing place between heaven and earth, he couldn't help but be stunned.

"Why is it gone?"

The bustling Heaven and Earth Bathhouse in the past has long disappeared. You must know that Zhou Dao was the most distinguished guest here.

What took its place in front of me was... a Taoist temple! ?

"Master, you are now the King of Yuan... I guess the boss who sold your family's ancestral property back then was so frightened that he ran away overnight." Ha Shiqi couldn't help but remind him.

"That's right."

Zhou Dao nodded. He became King Yuan. If there was anyone in the world who he feared the most, it would be the owner of the great bathhouse in heaven and earth.

"Go in and have a look."

Zhou Dao stepped into this Taoist temple that was not very popular. The furnishings here were exactly the same as the Taoist temple when he was a child.

"After all these years, you're finally back."

At this moment, an old voice came from behind. Zhou Dao turned around and looked back. He was stunned for a moment, and then showed a look of surprise.

"Mr. Yuan!?" Zhou Dao was overjoyed. He walked forward and gave the other party a big hug.

Mr. Yuan helped him sell the treasures he stole back then in exchange for money.

But later, because of the relationship between the Yuan family, Mr. Yuan left Ping'an Town early.

Zhou Dao didn't expect to see him again in his lifetime.

"Hahaha, Mr. Yuan, you are still very strong." Zhou Dao was a little excited.

"You brat, you are famous all over the world now, and you are honored as King Yuan." Mr. Yuan chuckled.

"Sit down and talk."

"It's time to sit down, I've been talking a lot today."

As soon as Mr. Yuan raised his hand, the door of the Taoist temple slowly closed, and a scent of fragrance rose and lingered.

"Zhou Dao, it must have been ten years since you left Ping'an Town."

Mr. Yuan picked up the teapot and poured a cup of tea for Zhou Dao. The mist filled the air and the fragrance was tangy.

"It should be ten years ago." Zhou Daoning whispered softly and picked up the tea cup.

"If it weren't for the Chaos Demon God, I don't know when we would see each other again in this life."

Elder Yuan sighed softly, causing Zhou Dao's raised hand to suddenly stop in mid-air.