The God of Sky and Earth

Chapter 676: A Bet (2)

As soon as he finished speaking, Su Yi boldly snatched the wine gourd from Xi Wuqing's hand and took a big gulp. He looked at Xi Wuqing, feeling a bit tipsy, and asked, "I heard that you are also a wandering cultivator?"

"Just a wandering cultivator, with no ties or burdens," Xi Wuqing replied, sweeping his long sleeves and gazing into the empty space.

"In my opinion, senior, you don't seem like someone without ties or burdens. Success or failure may be fleeting, but the green mountains remain. The sunset still glows red, and the white-haired fishermen on the riverbank are accustomed to the autumn moon and spring breeze. This is not something that a person without ties or burdens can say," Su Yi remarked.

Su Yi took another big sip of his drink. From Xi Wuqing's words and actions, it was not hard to sense that Lifetaken Yama Xi Wuqing was not without attachments. The river of history had once flowed before him, and the years of the kingdom had risen and fallen at his feet. However, time had passed, and perhaps he had reached a more generous and tragic state in his old age. Though he seemed carefree on the surface, there were regrets hidden within.

"You have quite a good memory," Xi Wuqing said with a faint smile as he looked at Su Yi. "It seems like there's more to what you're saying. Just spit it out!"

"Hehe..." Su Yi chuckled awkwardly, looking at Xi Wuqing before taking another big sip of his drink.

"Take it easy, kid. If you keep drinking, there won't be any left," Xi Wuqing felt a pang of heartache and quickly snatched the wine gourd back. He couldn't help but regret bringing out the alcohol in the first place.

"I wonder if Senior Xi has any plans to join the sect?" Su Yi stared at Xi Wuqing, suddenly asking seriously.

"What do you mean?" Xi Wuqing responded.

"I don't even know if I can be considered a disciple of the Divine Sword School."

Su Yi shook his head and continued to look at Xi Wuqing, saying, "To be honest, I am now the leader of a sect and I would like to invite you to join."

"You, the leader of a sect?"

Xi Wuqing was surprised for a moment, then smiled slightly and took a sip, saying with a strange smile, "Young man, do you know that if I want to, I can join any sect in the world? If I speak up, the One Mountain, Two Religious Sects, Three Sects and Four Schools will all treat me with great respect."

Su Yi felt the urge to respond as he looked at Xi Wuqing, knowing that what Xi Wuqing said was not just an answer. If Lifetaken Yama Xi Wuqing wanted to join a powerful sect like the One Mountain, Two Religious Sects, Three Sects and Four Schools, they would gladly welcome him and could not ask for more.

"One Mountain, Two Religious Sects, Three Sects and Four Schools," Su Yi said. "If you want to join, you will be treated as a distinguished guest. However, joining might also mean living under someone else's roof. Perhaps that's why you haven't joined yet."

"Why should I join your sect, young man?" Xi Wuqing replied with a faint smile, not taking it seriously. "Is your sect stronger than the 'One Mountain, Two Religious Sects, Three Sects and Four Schools'?"

"So what if it is?" Su Yi spoke up, his gaze intense, as a faint red light flickered. "Sacred Mountain is indeed formidable, but one day, I will step foot on it."

"You speak arrogantly, filled with youthful vigor," Xi Wuqing shook his head and said calmly. "Why should I join? Even if I were to join your so-called sect, compared to the mighty 'One Mountain, Two Religious Sects, Three Sects and Four Schools,' it would be like an ant challenging a tree - a world of difference."

"Indeed, for now, there is no comparison," Su Yi admitted.

Su Yi's eyes moved, he knew very well that the Divine Demonic Sect had once been incredibly magnificent, but times had changed and it was no longer the same. Moreover, there were powerful enemies outside.

Even Su Yi himself understood that he was not what he used to be, and he couldn't compare to the Sacred Mountain.

"But given enough time, my sect will surely be able to compete with any other sect in the world and stand tall!" Su Yi spoke with determination in his eyes.

"How much time are we talking about? A hundred years, a thousand years, or even ten thousand years... Haha." Xi Wuqing laughed, took a sip of his drink, and tossed the wine gourd to Su Yi. He said, "I know you're extraordinary, you have your strengths. But the One Mountain, Two Religious Sects, Three Sects and Four Schools, they have a deep heritage that spans centuries, and you're still too young, there's much you don't know."

Su Yi, a young man, took a sip from the wine gourd and looked at Xi Wuqing, saying, "Could it be that you, the elder, are not waiting for a kindred spirit, someone to share a drink and have a chat with? Instead of being alone, occasionally singing softly and feeling the passage of time in history. So, even though I am young, I am willing to be a friend to you, the elder, and drink and sing with passion. In life, I will shine like a beautiful summer flower, and in death, I will be as serene as autumn leaves. Even if I have no dragon power, I have an unwavering spirit. In this world, I will be a hero, and even in death, I will be a formidable force!"

"Hahaha..."

Xi Wuqing laughed heartily, his eyes, as deep brown as the earth, filled with a glimmer of light.

When the laughter ceased, Xi Wuqing looked at Su Yi and the tone of his voice suddenly changed, speaking softly, "What makes you think you can do that, young man?"

"I can prove myself by defeating the Fire Dragon Master, by saving you in front of the Fire Dragon Master!"Su Yi stared directly at Xi Wuqing, his words becoming fierce and domineering, his eyes filled with a proud and rebellious spirit.

"I've said before, you do have some extraordinary qualities, but in this world, there are so many geniuses. Very few can make it to the end. How dare you speak of being my confidant? I'm getting old and don't have time to play with you, youngster." Xi Wuqing said.

"The green mountains still stand, the setting sun has painted the sky red countless times. So many things have happened, all turned into tales and laughter. Elder, you have indeed grown old. Haha, when a person gets old, so does their heart." Su Yi looked at Xi Wuqing and suddenly smiled. He raised his head and let out a big laugh, saying, "Drinking and singing in pain, who am I being arrogant for? On this journey through the demon forest, I am the king of a hundred thousand beasts. The fierce tiger in my heart is now awake. I roar to the sky, shaking the mountains. With one sword and one blade, I laugh at the heavens. I am intoxicated tonight, let's continue drinking. Elder Xi, you have grown old and have become afraid, haha."

After speaking, Su Yi raised his head, his throat rolling, and took a big gulp of wine.

"Youngster, don't provoke me. I can see through your little plans," Xi Wuqing said.

Xi Wuqing approached and snatched back the flask. He took a big gulp, looking into the empty space. He was thin but stood tall, with deep wrinkles on his neck. His black robe swayed in the wind. His deep-set brown eyes sparkled as he said, "Let's make a bet, young man. Do you dare?"

"Please, Senior Xi, go ahead!" Su Yi looked at Xi Wuqing and asked.

"It seems like the Saint Martial Assembly is approaching. If you, young man, can make it to the top two in the Saint Martial Assembly, no matter which sect you belong to, I, Xi Wuqing, will join you. But if you fail to make it to the top two, our debt for me saving you this time will be cancelled. How does that sound?" Xi Wuqing stared at Su Yi, saying.