Published: March 3, 2025
Chapter 503: Three Years in a Hurry
Due to the Yuan Yang Courtyard recruiting new disciples, Shen Shan was detected to possess a spiritual root, thus he was fortunate to become a preparatory disciple.
Recalling his parents' advice before leaving, the young man silently vowed to work hard and learn from the immortal master.
In the future, he would make a name for himself, improve his family's living conditions, and ensure that his parents, younger brother, and younger sister could all live good lives.
Thinking this way, Shen Shan unconsciously clenched his fists, and the unease in his heart gradually faded, replaced by warmth.
"Do you think we can really become immortal masters, and then fly freely through the skies?"
In a nearby line, a youthful girl of blooming age, equally anxious, suddenly asked Shen Shan.
"Ah?!"
Shen Shan scratched the back of his head, glancing around for a moment before confirming that the girl was speaking to him, which made his cheeks flush slightly.
"I suppose so," he replied.
"The immortal master said that we are all lucky people with spiritual roots."
Shen Shan mumbled, then lowered his head, feeling a bit shy to look at the girl directly.
On one hand, the fine fabric of her clothing indicated she was not from an ordinary family, making him feel somewhat inferior.
On the other hand, her bright and charming demeanor made him want to get closer to her, creating a conflict within his heart.
"Hehe~"
Seeing Shen Shan's dazed expression, the girl in a pale yellow dress let out a series of tinkling laughter.
However, she quickly realized this might not be appropriate, covering her mouth with one hand to stifle her laughter, while her curious bright eyes studied him boldly.
"My name is Gong Xinyuan, what's yours?"
"I'm Shen Shan." As he spoke, Shen Shan looked up to take in her appearance, yet hastily averted his gaze again, trying to act nonchalant.
"Shen Shan, huh?"
"If you become an immortal master, what do you want to do? Any wishes you want to fulfill?"
Seeing his stunned expression, Gong Xinyuan found it interesting and curiously asked.
"I want to make a name for myself so that my family can live well and not have to toil year-round."
"And you?!"
When speaking about his biggest wish, Shen Shan said earnestly.
"Also, to marry a beautiful and virtuous wife," he thought to himself but didn’t voice it.
"Is that all?"
"Don’t you want to see the outside world, the beautiful landscapes?"
Seeing him nod seriously, Gong Xinyuan suddenly felt a bit sympathetic.
Then, she gently played with a strand of her hair, thinking for a moment before saying, "When I become an immortal master, I want to have divine abilities to fly and see the beautiful scenery of the world."
"That way, I wouldn't have wasted my youth."
As the boy and girl exchanged questions and answers, they gradually became more familiar.
Their attention successfully diverted, even the original unease diminished significantly.
"Maybe only the noble son of the city lord deserves her."
Looking at the city lord's son being surrounded by dozens of people, dressed in fine garments and exuding charm, Shen Shan felt a pang of envy.
As for winning the girl's affection?
At this moment, he couldn't even entertain such a sacrilegious thought.
As he pondered deeply, he noticed the noble son of the city lord glancing over, and Shen Shan hurriedly looked away.
"Ahem."
Catching sight of the earthy-clad boy, clearly a simple country bumpkin, Xu Haoran's eyes flashed with disdain as he hurriedly turned his head.
"This kind of country bumpkin also dares to become an immortal master?"
He sneered, unfazed as he looked away.
"I am the first heir of Zhu Shan County, destined to be above everyone else!"
"I will definitely become an immortal master, live forever, and enjoy wealth and honor!"
Gazing at the distant spiritual root testing pillar, a strange light flickered in Xu Haoran's eyes.
This gleam was ambition.
At the age of eleven or twelve, the boy already understood a bit about human affairs, so after some time spent together, they autonomously formed various groups based on their social standings.