CHAPTER 493: CHAPTER 413: ENTERING THE DAO

The three great techniques of Celestial Soldier Dao, Gao Xuan had naturally heard of them.

However, he knew very little about their details. It was only today, when Su Ce spoke of them, that he realized that the White Tiger Hall actually had the Indestructible Golden Body left by the Thirteen Grand Protectors.

The strong beings from thousands of years ago, such as the Thirteen Grand Protectors, were naturally long gone. But their Golden Bodies remained indestructible, surviving for a millennium. That was impressive.

By consuming special minerals before death, one’s body could be preserved from decay. After death, through various processes, it was even possible to preserve the body intact for a thousand years.

However, strong beings like the Thirteen Grand Protectors clearly wouldn’t use such base methods to preserve their bodies. Nor was there any need to do so.

The eyes of martial arts masters are sharp; if there were any issue with the Thirteen Grand Protectors’ Golden Body, it wouldn’t fool anyone.

Gao Xuan also understood that what Su Ce was saying was a kind of indirect invitation.

The Six Paths and Eight Sects almost monopolized all the masters of Daqian. A Martial Arts Grandmaster who suddenly emerged from the wilderness naturally drew the attention of the Six Paths and Eight Sects.

However, the Six Paths and Eight Sects had not yet clarified his identity, so they were hesitant to act too eagerly.

Gao Xuan smiled at this and admired, "The Indestructible Golden Body of the Thirteen Grand Protectors’ Cross Training truly makes one awe-struck for eternity."

He then asked, "I wonder if an outsider like me would have the opportunity to enter the White Tiger Hall for a look?"

Su Ce smiled apologetically, "I’m sorry, only Inner Sect Disciples can enter the White Tiger Hall."

"I see. What a pity."

Gao Xuan sighed, not putting on a pretense. His foundation relied on the Thirteen Grand Protectors’ Cross Training.

If he could view the Thirteen Grand Protectors’ Golden Body in the White Tiger Hall, he would undoubtedly gain much.

Among the Six Paths and Eight Sects, the Celestial Soldier Mansion suited him best. But, he did not wish to formally apprentice.

One doesn’t rashly choose a master. In this era, the relationship between master and disciple was like that of father and son. Taking a master was akin to acknowledging a godfather. Strictly speaking, it was like acknowledging a biological father...

To obtain a secret technique, it wasn’t worth bringing a "father" back.

Gao Xuan sighed and said, "I was raised by my master from a young age, deeply indebted to his kindness. My master was also considered an Outer Sect disciple of the Celestial Soldier Dao, so in a way, I am also a disciple of the Celestial Soldier Dao..."

Su Ce and Wan Nan listened intently, nodding from time to time.

Wan Nan was a clever person, and Su Ce was outwardly straightforward but inwardly shrewd. They both understood Gao Xuan’s meaning; he truly admired the Celestial Soldier Dao, but he didn’t wish to be an apprentice again.

In this regard, Su Ce and Wan Nan were very understanding.

Though Gao Xuan was not very old, he was a Martial Arts Grandmaster. He had come this far almost entirely on his own strength, so how could he willingly take someone else as his master?

Even if it were a Martial Saint, Gao Xuan might not necessarily be willing.

The three then switched to other topics, and after the feast ended, Wan Nan and Su Ce escorted Gao Xuan to a carriage.

Wan Nan also boarded the carriage, and under his guidance, the carriage arrived at a small courtyard in Xicheng District.

This courtyard was very close to the Vermilion Bird Dao, which connected the north and south gates of the Capital City, separated by just a street. It was a place of tranquility amidst the hustle and bustle.

The courtyard had three entrances, with more than twenty rooms. It wasn’t very large, but it was clean and tidy. The furniture and decorations in the rooms were also quite tasteful.

Wan Nan led Gao Xuan and Ye Jinxiu to the main house and smiled, saying, "This courtyard may not be large, but it is clean. How does Brother Gao find it?"

Gao Xuan nodded in praise, "This place is quite elegant, a good spot indeed."

"I have already purchased this courtyard. Consider it a temporary base for Brother Gao."

"That’s quite a bit of trouble..." Gao Xuan modestly declined.

"Brother Gao finds it inconvenient to stay at the East Camp; this place is clean and quiet, making it easy to go anywhere."

Wan Nan warmly said, "We are good friends, we must help each other. Brother Gao, please don’t refuse."

"In that case, I won’t stand on ceremony."

Gao Xuan laughed heartily, readily accepting the courtyard.

He could tell the courtyard wasn’t cheap. Yet no matter how great the favor, he could accept it. There was nothing to feel uneasy about.

As for Ye Jinxiu, she felt somewhat embarrassed. She felt that this gift was too extravagant.

Wan Nan remained expressionless on the surface, but inwardly, he admired Gao Xuan. Despite coming from a desolate and impoverished land, he had a naturally grand and composed manner.

In contrast, seeing Ye Jinxiu, she was from a wealthy family. Comparing their speech and actions revealed a lack of breadth and vision.

The gift was successfully given, deepening the bond with Gao Xuan. Wan Nan left feeling very pleased.

After Wan Nan left, Ye Jinxiu asked Gao Xuan, "A three-entrance courtyard in this area could cost up to a hundred thousand taels of silver."

A hundred thousand taels of silver was a considerable sum.

In the Capital City, one tael of silver could buy two stone of rice, enough to feed a family of three for half a year. The Ye Family, after a year’s busy work, could save only thirty to forty thousand taels of silver.

Gao Xuan nonchalantly said, "A friend shares wealth willingly. Wan Nan is rich, investing a bit in me is nothing. Also, this favor is not for free, it must be returned."

Ye Jinxiu then felt relieved, knowing that Gao Xuan understood this concept.

Wan Nan also helped hire several maids and servants, an old woman, and a good cook. The small courtyard immediately became lively.

Having a fixed place to stay in the Capital City, and in an upscale neighborhood at that. The neighbors were all either rich or noble. Not far outside was a market, where everything could be purchased. A bit further, there were numerous restaurants and eateries.

When Gao Xuan had free time during the day, he would take Ye Jinxiu out for leisure in the Capital City.

He had conducted trials in the world of the Nine-Revolutions Divine Cicada, and had been to ancient worlds. However, he had never had such a leisurely and relaxing time for travel with a lady.

Although Daqian had a complex internal situation, it was overall well governed, and it was a time when the Dynasty was on the rise.

As the center of the Empire, the Capital City had nearly two million people. It was a mega-metropolis of its time.