I am dying of old age, and I have awakened to the character of longevity.

Huff!

Xie An secretly breathed a sigh of relief, feeling an unprecedented sense of ease.

Looking at that name, looking at that scarlet fingerprint, looking at the goose feather snow falling from the sky…

The snow falls as it always has, but the future is already on its way.

It's still the same world, but the scenery is different.

Elder Tang closed the register with a smile, "I will have someone make your badge when I return, and it can be delivered within a day. By then, you will be a formal deacon."

Xie An cupped his hands in thanks, "Thank you, Elder Tang."

Elder Tang waved his hand, "No need to thank me, it's because you are capable."

After speaking, Elder Tang gave Tong Shan and Zhang Lin a look. The two seemed to realize something, and they made an excuse to bid farewell with cupped hands.

Obviously, they were both veterans of the Tiger Wolf Gate, and they knew that the Examination Hall's assessment was always strict, especially with Elder Tang present in person, who would handle everything personally.

Although Xie An's strength test was passed, Elder Tang would need to talk to Xie An privately next.

Similar to doing some ideological work.

After leaving the courtyard, the two did not leave, but stood in the snowy ground at the entrance waiting.

Tong Shan, who was always indifferent, said at this moment: "Deacon Zhang has a good eye, recommending such a talented person to Elder Tang. The credit will naturally be indispensable. I have followed Elder Tang for many years, and I have rarely seen the Elder so delighted."

Hearing this, Zhang Lin felt immense pressure.

Elder Tang was equivalent to the hall master level of the Examination Hall, in charge of assessing the promotion, merits, and demerits of all stewards below the hall master in the entire Tiger Wolf Gate. His frequent visits to White Feather Hall undoubtedly put great pressure on Zhang Lin.

Moreover, Zhang Lin had certain suspicions about Zhang Biao's death…

Tong Shan seemed to see Zhang Lin's concerns, "Deacon Zhang, there's no need to be too nervous. Elder Tang has always been fair and impartial in his work and will not wantonly implicate the innocent. If you perform well, Elder Tang will naturally see it."

Zhang Lin cupped his hands and said, "Brother Tong Shan is absolutely right."

…

In the courtyard, only Xie An and Elder Tang remained.

Zhang Lin had previously told Xie An privately that in addition to strength, there would also be a conversation during the assessment.

Xie An was mentally prepared for this and did not reject this kind of conversation. He even felt that the Tiger Wolf Gate's approach showed that they valued talent even more. For someone like him with no background, it was an opportunity to stand out.

Elder Tang looked at Xie An for a while and said, "You haven't practiced martial arts, have you?"

Xie An did not hide it, "No."

Elder Tang continued, "I see your white hair, you should be fifty years old. But your vitality is abundant, and your strength is long-lasting. Do you practice longevity techniques?"

Xie An's heart skipped a beat.

He could see that?

Could it be that the Elder Tang in front of him was also proficient in longevity techniques?

Xie An suppressed the doubts in his heart and said, "Elder Tang has discerning eyes, nothing can be hidden from you."

Elder Tang received a definite answer and waved his hand with a smile, "This is nothing surprising. I am from the Tang Family Fort in the county town, and I have been practicing longevity techniques with my family since I was a child. I naturally have a good understanding of longevity techniques. Nowadays, there are very few people who practice longevity techniques, and it is even rarer to cultivate to your level. Where did you learn from?"

Hearing that Elder Tang was from the Tang Family Fort, Xie An breathed a sigh of relief, and the previous doubts were answered.

No wonder Elder Tang changed the risky combat assessment to an archery assessment, besides pitying his old age. It was also because he, like himself, practiced longevity techniques.

Xie An felt that there was no need to hide anything, so he told the story of learning longevity techniques from Tang Qingfeng in detail, and finally cupped his hands and said:

"Thanks to Master Tang Qingfeng's guidance back then, I am where I am today. I will never forget Master Tang's teaching."

These words were somewhat exaggerated.

Xie An's achievements today were mainly due to his longevity destiny. However, Tang Qingfeng's guidance did play a very important role. While Elder Tang was here, expressing more gratitude to Tang Qingfeng would undoubtedly make this Elder Tang more pleased and happy, feeling that he was a grateful and sensible person.

Sure enough, after Elder Tang heard Xie An's story, a look of affirmation appeared in his eyes, "You do remember clearly. Last time, Tang Qingfeng mentioned to me after returning from promoting longevity techniques at the Chen Family Martial Arts Hall in Wuqiao Town that there was an old man in his fifties who was still vigorous. That should be you."

Xie An did not expect that a big shot like Tang Qingfeng would take the initiative to mention him, and he immediately felt flattered. He quickly cupped his hands and said, "Thank you, Master Tang, for still remembering me."

Seeing that Xie An was grateful and did not forget his origins, Elder Tang looked at Xie An with a few more points of kindness, "Tang Qingfeng is my sworn brother. He was taken in as a disciple by my father since he was a child and followed my father to learn longevity techniques. Later, after he achieved success in cultivation, my father bestowed the Tang surname on my sworn brother and adopted him as a sworn son. He hoped that my sworn brother could inherit the Tang Family Fort's century-old unique skills in longevity. Over the years, my sworn brother has not shamed the family and has traveled around to promote longevity techniques. In this regard, I am not as good as my sworn brother."

At the end of his speech, Elder Tang revealed a bit of shame.

Xie An could feel from his words that although Tang Qingfeng and Elder Tang were not blood brothers, their relationship should be very good. Moreover, Elder Tang should admire his sworn brother quite a bit.

Xie An naturally did not interject in other people's family affairs, only cupping his hands and listening attentively.

Elder Tang exchanged a few more pleasantries with Xie An, and finally said, "Although many disciples and deacons who frequent the black market will wear masks to hide their identities in order to avoid trouble. Now that you are a deacon of my Tiger Wolf Gate, I must see your face clearly. After confirmation, you can continue to wear a mask on official business in the future, and I will not interfere."

"Yes."

Xie An took off his mask and raised his head to show Elder Tang.

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Elder Tang looked at him for a while, then stood up, "Welcome to the Tiger Wolf Gate. Although you are the oldest among the many deacons in White Feather Hall, with the blessing of longevity techniques, as long as you persevere day after day, you may not be inferior to those young and strong people."

"Thank you, Elder Tang, for your guidance."

"In addition, my name is Tang Qingyun. If you can cultivate Qi in the future, you can come to me at any time. My Tang Family Fort should have an opportunity for you." Elder Tang left a sentence and turned to leave.

Xie An did not expect that Tang Qingyun said the same thing as Tang Qingfeng, which shows that Tang Qingyun also had the intention of promoting the Tang Family Fort's longevity techniques.

This was undoubtedly good news for him.

Xie An thanked him and immediately put on his mask to send Tang Qingyun out.

"Elder Tang."

Zhang Lin immediately cupped his hands and saluted, as if waiting for something.

Tang Qingyun glanced at Zhang Lin and said, "Let the new deacon replace Zhang Biao's work. I will remember your merit in recommending him. You two must take good care of this Blood Ridge Black Market in the future."

A look of disappointment appeared in Zhang Lin's eyes, but he quickly adjusted: "Yes."

After Tang Qingyun and Tong Shan disappeared into the snowy ground in the distance, Zhang Lin turned his head to look at Xie An. He couldn't help but mutter in his heart: This guy is still wearing a mask? Isn't he too cautious?

However, Zhang Lin remained calm and cupped his hands to Xie An: "Congratulations, Old Brother. Not only did you successfully pass the Examination Hall's assessment, but you also gained Elder Tang's appreciation. Your future is limitless."

Xie An returned the greeting: "I must thank Brother Zhang for the introduction."

Zhang Lin was very satisfied with Xie An's humble attitude, "Old Brother is too polite, it's because you are capable. Otherwise, I would have been reprimanded by Elder Tang. In the future, Old Brother will replace Zhang Biao's position as deacon, and the daily affairs of this Blood Ridge Black Market will be handled by you and me. We still need to help each other."

"That's natural."

"Tomorrow afternoon, Old Brother, come here again to get your identity badge, and you will be officially appointed."

Xie An nodded in agreement, then bid farewell and walked towards Wuqiao Town.

Dusk was approaching, twilight was closing in, and clouds of fire filled the sky.

Clear breeze and bright moon, things remained, but people had changed.

Xie An's tense heart finally relaxed.

Once the Tiger Wolf Gate's identity badge came down, he could turn over and become the master.

"Tang Qingfeng and Tang Qingyun both mentioned the opportunity of the Tang Family Fort… Could it be to find an heir for that old Mr. Tang who is about to die of old age?"