mijobooks Chapter 136 What defines a renowned contemporary cultivator?!
Chapter 136 What defines a renowned contemporary cultivator?!
The off-road vehicle drove smoothly on the county road.
Jin Hao gripped the steering wheel with both hands, looking straight ahead, but his eyes kept glancing at the passenger seat.
The Taoist priest didn't say a word after getting on the bus, and kept looking out the window.
Her profile was calm.
But Jin Hao just felt that there was something different about the Taoist priest today.
He couldn't explain it.
The car was quiet for a while.
Jin Hao cleared his throat.
"Taoist brother."
Li Jun withdrew his gaze from the window.
"Um?"
"What exactly happened with that big news that Master Qingxu made in Southeast Asia?"
Jin Hao looked on with curiosity, "It's all over the internet. Some people say that golden-armored general is from the Heavenly Court, some say he's the founder of Maoshan..."
Li Jun came to his senses and thought for a moment.
"It must be the heritage of Maoshan, after all, it's a thousand-year-old sect."
"That's true..." Jin Hao nodded, but then felt something was off. "But when I first met Master Qingxu, I didn't sense he was this strong."
Li Jun did not respond.
He couldn't explain it either.
But this has nothing to do with him, so why think about it so much?
"By the way, Taoist brother," Jin Hao suddenly changed the subject, "By the time we get back from Kunlun, school should be starting soon. What are your plans then?"
Upon hearing this, Li Jun instinctively wanted to say: "Of course I'll go to school."
But he stopped abruptly when he was about to speak.
School starts.
The start of the school year means...
The Basic Qi Refining Techniques have been formally incorporated into the teaching system and have become a compulsory course for all students.
His two sentences were printed prominently on the title page.
The path of cultivation begins with a solid foundation. Without a firm foundation, the earth will shake and mountains will crumble. —Master Li
Cultivation is like climbing a mountain; each step reveals a new level. Only by being grounded and practical can one reach the summit. —Master Li
Li Jun suddenly felt a dryness in his throat.
At that time, the whole class will see these two sentences.
They would discuss it in class, ponder it after class, and seriously try to figure out what "Master Li" was trying to express.
even……
A picture suddenly popped into Li Jun's mind:
In class, those two sentences were projected on the screen, with "Master Li" written below them.
The young female teacher tapped the blackboard, "Please analyze the deeper meaning of Master Li's two sentences in conjunction with the content of the cultivation method."
The students wrote furiously.
One person wrote: "This reflects the practical spirit of practitioners who should focus on the basics and avoid arrogance and impetuosity."
One person wrote: "Using mountain climbing as a metaphor, it vividly illustrates the objective law that the path to extraordinary achievements is gradual and cannot be accomplished overnight."
Another person wrote: "This demonstrates Master Li's earnest expectations for the younger generation of students, as well as his great love and responsibility as a pioneer."
And he...
He sat in the last row, burying his head in his arms.
"Taoist priest? Taoist priest!"
Jin Hao's voice pulled Li Jun back from his terrifying fantasy.
"Are you alright? Why does your face look a little pale?" Jin Hao asked him with concern.
"It's nothing." Li Jun took a deep breath. "It's just... something suddenly came to mind."
He paused.
"We'll see about going to school later."
Jin Hao was taken aback: "Look again?"
"Hmm." Li Jun looked out the car window. "Going to school might not be a good thing for me."
He didn't explain himself clearly.
But Jin Hao understood.
The Taoist priest didn't not want to go to school; he was just afraid that going would cause trouble for the school.
After all, given the Taoist's current status and influence, his appearance in any public place could cause an uncontrollable disturbance.
Not to mention going to university.
A complex mix of emotions welled up in Jin Hao's heart.
That's what a master is like.
While others yearn for fame, the Taoist priest is terrified of becoming too famous.
The car continued driving forward.
Li Jun leaned back in his seat, his mood gradually calming down.
Actually, if you think about it carefully, not going to school is indeed more appropriate.
It wasn't entirely because of embarrassment.
He has just begun his cultivation journey, and his immediate priority is to improve his cultivation level as soon as possible.
Rather than being repeatedly whipped by one's own "famous quotes" at school, it's better to stay at Qingfeng Temple and cultivate oneself in peace.
Thinking of this, Li Jun couldn't help but feel a sense of relief.
Fortunately, he was a college student.
If it's a middle school student...
He simply couldn't bear to think about it.
In the future, will there be questions like "Please discuss your understanding of the unity of knowledge and action, based on Master Li's famous saying" in the reading comprehension section of the middle school and college entrance examinations?
There were even essay questions!
The National College Entrance Examination (NCEE) in a certain year.
Chinese language exam paper, essay topic.
Read the following material and write an essay as required. (60 points)
The renowned contemporary Taoist master Li once said, "Cultivation is like climbing a mountain; each step reveals a new level. Only by being grounded and practical can one reach the summit."
Although this statement is about spiritual practice, the principles it contains have profound implications for the growth, learning, career, and even the entire life of young people.
Based on the provided material and relating it to real life, please write an essay that reflects your insights and thoughts.
Requirements: Choose a suitable angle, determine the theme, specify the genre, create your own title, and write no less than 800 words.
Then, millions of test takers quoted Master Li's words in their essays, elaborating on their reflections on life from various perspectives.
Excellent sample articles will be published in major media outlets.
The Chinese teacher will analyze each sentence in class.
Some schools even compile excellent essays into booklets for the next year's students to refer to.
Li Jun shivered.
this is too scary.
He quickly banished the image from his mind.
but……
It was awkward as it was.
To be honest, the thought of my words being printed in a book and taken seriously by so many people is quite surprising.
Deep down...
There was still a little bit of secret satisfaction.
Just a little bit.
……
It's exactly eight o'clock.
South City Night Watchmen Branch.
A dozen people had been waiting for a long time on the open ground next to the tarmac.
Liu Zhenguo stood at the front, followed by five experts who were preparing to go to Kunlun.
Shi Yong from Xiangxi, Luo Yunshan from Jiangxi, Lin Xiugu from Southern Fujian, Zhou Zheng from Guanzhong, and Master Jingchen from the Maoshan Lower Temple.
Further back were Chen Jianguo and several members of the South City branch, who were responsible for moving supplies.
When the black SUV came into view, everyone instinctively straightened their backs.
The car came to a complete stop.
The car door opened.
Li Jun got off the bus carrying a backpack.
Liu Zhenguo quickly stepped forward to meet him.
"Master, the helicopter is ready."
"This route is quite long, requiring multiple refueling stops along the way. It will take approximately fourteen or fifteen hours to reach the Kunlun branch."
Liu Zhenguo paused for a moment, then asked, "Do you think we should make a stopover along the way and stay overnight? Or should we continue our journey directly through the night?"
Upon hearing this, Li Jun instinctively thought that there was no need to linger and that it would be best to get there as soon as possible.
But he glanced at the five people standing behind Liu Zhenguo.
Shi Yong is forty-six years old, Luo Yunshan is fifty-eight years old, and Lin Xiugu looks to be well into her fifties...
Although they all possessed cultivation, it was still a long journey, involving high-altitude snow-capped mountains and continuous flights for more than ten hours, which would be a test even for young people, let alone these seniors.
"Let's rest for the night during our layover," Li Jun said.
Liu Zhenguo understood.
He nodded quickly: "Yes! I'll make the arrangements right away. We'll stay overnight at the transit station this evening and fly to Kunlun tomorrow morning."
With that, he turned around and arranged for everyone to board the plane.
Shi Yong and his four companions stood there, somewhat at a loss.
They wanted to go up and thank them, but didn't know what to say.
While they were still hesitating, Li Jun had already taken the initiative to walk towards them.
"Gentlemen, I'm afraid you'll have a hard time on this trip."
Shi Yong quickly waved his hand, "You flatter me, Daoist Master! It is our honor to serve you!"
Luo Yunshan also said, "Daoist Master is so considerate of us that we have to stop along the way. I am truly ashamed."
Li Jun smiled and didn't say anything more polite.
The group boarded the plane one after another.
Li Jun walked at the back, carrying his backpack.
The hatch closed, the engine roared, and the propellers churned up huge air currents.
The helicopter slowly took off.
The buildings on the ground are getting smaller and smaller, the streets are becoming thin lines, and the houses are turning into blocks of color.
Li Jun looked out the porthole at the receding Nancheng.
The view extends beyond the city's edge, over rolling hills and winding rivers.
Further away, the morning mist had already dissipated.
In the direction of Luxian County, sunlight is falling on the hillside.
He cannot see Qingfeng Temple.
But he knew that his master must still be sitting on that blue stone at the door.
Looking at the mountain road.
wait.
The helicopter changed direction and flew towards the northwest sky.