"Does Master Lin live in such a secluded place?" Zhou Qing couldn’t help but ask, his eyes filled with curiosity and amazement.
Second Uncle nodded and said, "Absolutely, a high person should have a high person’s manner. Moreover, Master Lin has extremely strict requirements for his students. In his view, arrays are a rigorous study, allowing no negligence or sloppiness."
"Adding to this, he is currently striving to become a Third-level Array Master, so he is almost entirely immersed in the study of arrays. Living here is also to better focus on the cultivation of arrays."
It is said that one must learn till death; despite his Spirit Severing Realm, he wholeheartedly admires those who genuinely delve into their studies.
"Now, Master Lin only occasionally comes out to teach a lesson. After all, most Inner Courtyard disciples just intend to build a relationship with him and gain some familiarity."
"But in the art of array, talent is crucial. It’s not something that can be achieved just by cleverness. For instance, your Second Uncle has an exceptional talent in this aspect."
Second Uncle puffed out his chest proudly, with a bit of pride on his face.
Zhou Qing nodded repeatedly, full of admiration.
Second Uncle suddenly smiled, reached out to embrace him, and said, "Of course, although your talent is not as great as mine, among the people I’ve seen in my lifetime, you are outstanding."
Zhou Qing smiled without speaking.
He should thank you. I used to be quite ordinary. If it weren’t for that strand of Heavenly Dao Qi that you unknowingly had, how could my body have transformed and gained today’s opportunities?
As the two walked and chatted, they unconsciously reached the depths of the bamboo forest, where a quaint small courtyard quietly sat surrounded by lush bamboo, like a hidden paradise.
The courtyard gate was half-closed, inside was only a simple stone house, its walls made of large green stone slabs, the roof covered with thick thatch, looking particularly rustic.
In the center of the small courtyard, was set a stone table and several stone stools, on one of which a lean old man was sitting, wholly engrossed in deducing the array map on the table. Googlᴇ search N0v3l.Fiɾe.net
The old man had a celestial and scholarly aura, his hair neatly tied at the back, the wrinkles on his face deep like carvings, but his eyes were bright and spirited.
Though his expression was focused and solemn, there was a benevolent look between his eyebrows that made one feel a sense of closeness.
"Student Siyun Ya, paying respects to the master!" Second Uncle respectfully saluted the person inside from the doorway.
However, Lin Daochen inside seemed wholly absorbed in the array map drawing, ignoring the outside noises, without any response.
Second Uncle did not speak again to disturb him, just gently signaled to Zhou Qing to quietly wait outside.
His expression was calm, without a trace of impatience, as if he was accustomed to such waiting.
At this moment, Zhou Qing naturally focused his gaze on Second Uncle, giving him a new perception.
Speaking of which, he really didn’t know much about Second Uncle.
Most of the stories he’d heard were narrated by his elders.
Even though he had interacted with Second Uncle many times, Zhou Qing always saw him as an absolute old playful character, acting very casually and often doing unexpected things.
But now, looking at his serene demeanor, his eyes full of respect and admiration for the person inside.
Who would have thought the one standing outside the courtyard would be a revered Spirit Severing Realm strongman, yet so humble, contrasting with his usual behavior?
Time slowly passed, the sun gradually set, after about two hours, a long sigh came from the serene courtyard, and Lin Daochen put away the array map on the table, looking quite fatigued.
At this moment, Lin Daochen seemed to notice the two waiting outside the door, he raised his head, and through the half-closed gate, calmly said, "Is it Yun Ya outside? Come in."
Second Uncle heard and immediately responded respectfully, leading Zhou Qing into the small courtyard.