Tian Yuan

A grand banquet was held in the academy.

The current Palace Master is named Zhao Yichuan, and he is the direct disciple of the previous Palace Master Yan Ximeng. He is extremely talented and has attracted much attention since he was a child.

Zhao Yichuan worked hard to cultivate and never brought shame to his master. Since he took over the position of Palace Master, Daoyi Academy has developed steadily, maintained close ties with Qingzong, and flourished.

"Your Majesty, please take a seat."

Zhao Yichuan, who was sitting in the main seat, put aside all other matters, entertained the guests personally, and spoke respectfully.

"Brother Zhao, you are too polite."

Daoyi Academy, like Qingzong, is Chen Qingyuan's home. After returning home, he doesn't want everyone to be too unfamiliar.

Except for Yu Chenran and the previous Palace Master Yan Ximeng, the others were of little help to Chen Qingyuan. They had no deep feelings for him, so naturally they did not dare to act arbitrarily.

As the Dragon King of the time, Fu Changge, nicknamed Laohei, would have been a different scene if he had returned to Daoyi Academy.

Even though Lao Hei became the Dragon King, with immense power and crushing all the people in the academy, he still had to lower his head and smile apologetically when he came back, and bow and greet every elder.

年幼时的老黑，那叫一个调皮，长老们对他又爱又恨，该疼则疼，该揍则揍，真就跟自家孩子一样。

"He's getting married."

Chen Qingyuan mentioned Lao Hei and told this matter.

When everyone heard this, they were surprised and happy.

"What? This guy is getting married!"

"It's too much for not notifying us."

"That little loach was very naughty back then and often peed on my bed."

"Isn't this bastard forgetting about us?"

When talking about Lao Hei, everyone present had a common topic. They were no longer so nervous, and they talked about the past with laughter.

Whenever the elders thought of the past, they felt that time had passed so quickly.

In a blink of an eye, their temples are gray and they are about to be buried.

The once noisy little loach suddenly became the king of the dragon clan and a well-known figure in the world. His future achievements are limitless.

Sighing and drinking.

The elders laughed and scolded Lao Hei for a few words, and then began to think about what gifts to give. After all, he was the child they had watched grow up, so he had to be valued.

After a long while, after some greetings and compliments, the banquet finally ended.

As soon as Chen Qingyuan walked out of the reception hall, he met an acquaintance outside the door.

The person was wearing a dark blue long dress with wide sleeves, and the sleeves were embroidered with lifelike peony patterns. A brocade belt that matched the color of the dress was tied tightly around her waist, and several exquisite small items were hung on it.

He has a fair face and delicate features.

The belt was tightly bound around her slender waist, showing off her slender figure perfectly.

Her name is Song Ningyan.

She has a very high status and is Zhao Yichuan's direct disciple.

A long time ago, Song Ningyan and Chen Qingyuan entered Daoyi Academy together, and the two became acquainted.

The two have known each other for many years. The ancestor of the Song family has taken a fancy to Chen Qingyuan and wants to act as a matchmaker to bring the two together.

It's a pity that falling flowers are intentional and flowing water is ruthless.

It's sad that so many years have passed in the blink of an eye.

"Your honor!"

Seeing the person coming, Song Ningyan immediately bowed.

Upon hearing the news that Chen Qingyuan had returned, Song Ningyan felt some strange ripples in her heart. After hesitating for a long time, she still wanted to come over and see him.

"haven't seen you for a long time."

Seeing his old friend, Chen Qingyuan couldn't help but fall into memories, feeling quite emotional and smiling sincerely.

"I am very lucky to meet you today."

A few months ago, Song Ningyan had planned to go somewhere else to gain experience and look for opportunities. But she had not made up her mind, so she had delayed it until now.

Fortunately, I didn’t leave early, otherwise I would definitely not be able to see Chen Qingyuan this time.

"We are friends, there is no need to be so polite."

I vaguely remember Song Ningyan at that time. Her personality was not fierce, but it was almost the same. She was more outgoing and not so reserved.

Song Ningyan pursed her red lips and smiled without saying a word.

Over the years, she has been listening to Chen Qingyuan's legendary deeds, feeling both happy and lonely.

Chen Qingyuan stood too high. Song Ningyan knew very well that even if she spent her entire life, it would be a luxury to even look up at his back, let alone follow in his footsteps.

"I have something else to do, so I'll leave first."

The two looked at each other for a few seconds, not knowing what to say. Chen Qingyuan looked elegant, with the sea of ​​stars reflected in his eyes, a faint smile on the corner of his mouth, and a low voice.

"Ah."

Song Ningyan pursed her red lips and nodded in response. Then she bowed slightly, not losing her manners.

A long time ago, Chen Qingyuan rejected Song Ningyan's feelings in person. Although the two were friends, they had been apart for many years and didn't know what to talk about, so they became more distant.

In response to this, Chen Qingyuan just sighed in his heart and didn't think too much about it.

Daoyi Academy, Baiyan Palace.

This is the residence of Vice President Yu Chenran. It has mountains and water and beautiful scenery.

Whenever he has nothing to do, Yu Chenran will go fishing by the lake to cultivate his mind and pass the time.

"Master, I offer you tea."

Even though there were no outsiders here, Chen Qingyuan still behaved respectfully, poured a cup of tea, and placed it in front of Yu Chenran with both hands.

"You... I am so embarrassed for your teacher!"

Having said that, Yu Chenran was not nervous at all. He sat in his seat without moving and took the cup of tea with a smile.

"How have you been these years? Have you had any trouble?"

Chen Qingyuan sat opposite Yu Chenran and asked with concern.

"Master, everything is fine. Don't worry."

There was a stone table between the two of them. Yu Chenran sipped the cup of tea offered by Chen Qingyuan and found it very delicious and especially sweet.

"You look a lot older."

Chen Qingyuan obviously noticed this, and his heart tightened, feeling more or less blocked and uncomfortable.

"Don't be so sentimental all of a sudden. I still have many years to live, and I won't pass away for the time being."

Yu Chenran was dressed casually and had sparse, snow-white hair.

"Here are some longevity herbs. Please accept them."

Having finally come back, Chen Qingyuan certainly couldn't come back empty-handed.

"Okay, you're thoughtful."

Yu Chenran was not polite at all. He took the good things handed to him with a wave of his hand.

The master and the disciple chatted for several hours, talking and laughing.

The next day, Chen Qingyuan wanted to set up a stage to preach, and explained his intention to Zhao Yichuan to see if he agreed.

Zhao Yichuan readily agreed to this.

How could we refuse such a good thing?

As a result, the news that Chen Qingyuan was going to give a sermon spread throughout the academy, causing a sensation. Everyone in the palace was in an uproar, talking loudly and extremely excited.

Anyone who is in the academy can listen to the teachings.

Such good fortune can only be encountered by chance.

Not only the disciples were so excited, but even the elders were also very excited. In order to show their importance to this sermon, they burned incense, bathed, and dressed up nicely.

A huge circular platform, large enough to accommodate all the people in Daoyi Academy.

Today, Chen Qingyuan wore a purple brocade robe and sat in the center of the circular platform. He glanced around and began to talk about his experience in cultivation and his understanding of the Tao.

Everyone gathered here and listened attentively.