Ultimate Series, Past Lives Revealed

166: Master Li has passed away.Li Jianyi thus began his days of learning the Dao.

Every morning, before the sun had risen, he would wake up early and perform physical exercises according to his Master’s requirements.

He would run along the mountain paths, breathing in the fresh air and feeling the breath of nature.

Then, he would practice various fist and leg techniques to strengthen his Physique.

After finishing his exercises, Li Jianyi would return to the Daoist temple to begin studying theoretical knowledge.

He would diligently study Daoist classics, understanding the principles and mysteries within.

His Master would patiently guide him from the side, answering his questions.

As time passed, Li Jianyi gradually mastered the basic knowledge of the Dao.

His Master began taking him out for practice, allowing him to experience the wonders of the Dao firsthand.

Li Jianyi excitedly followed his Master, learning how to use the Dao to solve problems and help others.

Daoist Master Li looked at the rapidly progressing Jianyi, a proud smile appearing on his face.

He was full of expectations for this Disciple, believing that he would surely become an outstanding Daoist Master in the future.

Every time someone invited Daoist Master Li to perform rituals or read Feng Shui, he would bring Li Jianyi along.

In this way, Li Jianyi could not only learn more practical experience but also see different people and events.

Just like that, day after day, year after year, such days continued for five years.

This year, Li Jianyi was already 10 years old.

He gradually discovered that his Master was acting a bit strange; before leaving, he would always tell him many things, as if there was something important to tell him.

This gave Li Jianyi a bad premonition.

Moreover, he noticed that his Master’s body seemed to be getting weaker and weaker.

Theoretically, his Master’s Dao had already reached the Great Celestial Master Realm, so he should possess a longer lifespan and a healthier body.

But the current situation was completely the opposite, which left Li Jianyi feeling very confused and worried.

The more Li Jianyi thought about it, the more wrong it felt, and he decided to find a time to have a proper talk with his Master to ask what exactly was happening.

Li Jianyi’s heartbeat became increasingly rapid, as if it were about to burst through his chest, and his footsteps became unsteady; he completely disregarded his usual image.

An ominous premonition followed him like a shadow, tightly gripping his heart and making it impossible for him to breathe.

He rushed into his Master’s study like a gust of wind, not even having time to knock before pushing open the heavy door.

Daoist Master Li was sitting upright at the desk, his eyes slightly closed, seemingly in deep thought.

Hearing the sudden, hurried footsteps, he slowly opened his eyes, his gaze landing on the panting Li Jianyi.

”Jianyi, what’s wrong? In such a rush, is there some urgent matter?”

Daoist Master Li’s voice was calm and gentle, revealing a power that made people feel at ease.

However, Li Jianyi was not affected by his Master’s composure; he stared straight at his Master, his eyes filled with anxiety and unease.

”Master, are you keeping something from me?”

His voice trembled slightly, as if this question had been circling in his heart for a long time and finally could not help but blurt out.

Daoist Master Li looked at the flustered Jianyi before him, a feeling of pity welling up in his heart.

This child was someone he had raised since he was small, and he knew every subtle expression of his like the back of his hand.

”Sit down and talk, Jianyi.”

Daoist Master Li said softly, pointing to the chair beside him.

Li Jianyi obediently sat down, but his gaze still did not leave his Master, as if waiting for an answer.

After a moment of silence, Daoist Master Li slowly spoke: ”Jianyi, this year is the last year your Master will accompany you. From now on, you will have to live alone.”

This sentence was like a bolt from the blue, exploding in Li Jianyi’s ears.

His face instantly turned pale, his eyes became moist in an instant, and tears swirled in his eye sockets, as if they would burst forth at any moment.

”Master, what happened? Do you not want me anymore?”

His voice carried a crying tone, trembling in a way that tugged at the heartstrings.

Daoist Master Li reached out his hand, gently touching Jianyi’s cheek, and tenderly wiped away the tears from the corners of his eyes.

”Why cry! Everyone has this day; it’s just that your Master’s has come a bit early.”

Although Daoist Master Li’s tone was still calm, it contained infinite helplessness and sadness.

Li Jianyi widened his eyes, looking at his Master in disbelief. He shook his head vigorously, his voice trembling slightly as he said: ”Master, you’re lying to me, right? How is this possible?”

Daoist Master Li looked at Li Jianyi, a bitter smile appearing on his face, and he said slowly: ”Jianyi, as Daoists, we should naturally view life and death with indifference. You will experience many such things in the future, and who knows, perhaps your Master might even land a good position in the afterlife!”

After saying this, Daoist Master Li even teased himself.

However, Li Jianyi was completely unable to understand.

His brows were tightly furrowed, and he asked in confusion: ”Master, you are clearly so powerful, how could this happen? What exactly is going on?”

Daoist Master Li sighed and explained: ”Your Master has suffered a backlash; this is the price of leaking the secrets of Heaven. To act in a Heaven-Defying manner is, in the end, something Heaven will not tolerate!”

Hearing this, Li Jianyi’s eyes instantly became moist, and he couldn’t help but shout: ”Master!”

Daoist Master Li waved his hand, signaling Li Jianyi not to be too agitated, and then continued: ”Therefore, you must remember this lesson. In the future, if you help others with fortune-telling, remember absolutely not to leak the secrets of Heaven. Unless you have enough Karma to offset it, or have a way to deceive the heavens, you must never do so!”

Li Jianyi nodded vigorously. His eyes were red, and tears swirled in his eye sockets, but he forced himself not to let them fall, choking out: ”Master, I will remember!”

Ever since the two Master and Disciple opened their hearts to each other, their relationship became even closer, and they cherished the time they spent together even more.

Li Jianyi became increasingly dependent on his Master, sticking to him like a child all day, as if afraid that his Master would suddenly disappear in a place where he couldn’t see him.

However, despite Li Jianyi guarding this Master-Disciple bond so carefully, that heartbreaking day still arrived inevitably.

Daoist Master Li knew well that his time was coming to an end, so he specially cooked himself, preparing a sumptuous dinner.

When Li Jianyi saw the table full of dishes, his mood did not brighten at all because of this feast.

He sat silently at the table, his eyes vacant, not saying a word.

Daoist Master Li seemed to turn a blind eye to Li Jianyi’s silence, smiling and saying: ”Come, let’s eat! This is the last meal your Master will cook for you, and also the last reunion dinner for us Master and Disciple! From now on, you’ll have to eat alone!”

Li Jianyi heard his Master’s words and slowly picked up his bowl, but tears flowed out uncontrollably like a bursting flood.

While crying, he stuffed food into his mouth, not forgetting to pick up his Master’s favorite dish and put it into his bowl, choking out: ”Master, you eat... No matter what position you hold in the underworld in the future, don’t forget to bless your Disciple!”

In the end, Li Jianyi suppressed his grief and deliberately teased his Master, but his trembling voice and tear-stained face made it impossible for anyone to laugh.

Daoist Master Li looked at this sensible Disciple before him, and although his heart was filled with endless reluctance, he still happily responded.

However, there was clearly a glimmer of tears in his eyes, which was a deep attachment and concern for his Disciple.

That night, as night fell, everything was silent.

After Daoist Master Li finished washing up, he slowly put on the clothes he had carefully prepared for himself.

His movements were gentle and solemn, as if this were a ritual with special significance.

Daoist Master Li sat there quietly, his eyes slightly closed, seemingly waiting for something.

While Li Jianyi guarded the door silently; he dared not disturb his Master, just sitting there quietly, his eyes somewhat dull, not knowing where his thoughts had drifted.

Time passed minute by minute, and the silence of the night made one feel an inexplicable unease.

Li Jianyi kept sitting at the door like this, motionless, as if time had stopped passing.

The next day, as the sky gradually brightened, the morning light shone through the window into the room.

Li Jianyi was still sitting at the door, his heart filled with conflict and fear.

He dared not knock on the door because he was afraid to face the fact that might have already happened—the passing of his Master.

He would rather believe that as long as he didn’t go in, nothing had happened yet, and his Master was still alive.

However, reality is always cruel; no matter how he tried to escape, he could not change what had already happened.

Until someone came up the mountain and saw Li Jianyi sitting at the door.

This person was a villager familiar to Li Jianyi. Upon seeing Li Jianyi, he asked with concern: ”Little Jianyi, where is your Master?”

When Li Jianyi heard this question, his eyes instantly became moist, and tears swirled in his eye sockets.

He tried hard to say something, but found that his throat seemed to be blocked by something, unable to make a sound.

Finally, he choked out the words ”Master, Master...”, and could not continue.

Seeing Li Jianyi so sad, the villager immediately felt a bad premonition.

He didn’t have time to comfort Li Jianyi and hurriedly pushed open the door, walking straight in.

In the room, Daoist Master Li was quietly closing his eyes, as if he were sleeping.

The villager breathed a sigh of relief, thinking Daoist Master Li was just resting.

However, when he called Daoist Master Li’s name several times without getting any response, he realized something was wrong.

The villager stepped forward quickly, reaching out to check Daoist Master Li’s breath.

When he discovered that Daoist Master Li was no longer breathing, his face instantly turned pale.

”Daoist Master Li has ascended to Heaven!”

The villager’s voice carried a trace of shock and sorrow.

Upon hearing this, Li Jianyi finally couldn’t help but burst into loud tears.

His crying echoed in the room, filled with endless grief and despair.

Silver Time Space Xiao Qiao: Wuwuwu, poor little Jianyi!

Diao Chan: That’s right, from now on he has to live alone!

Tong Time Space Evil Girl Group: Wuwuwu, poor Jianyi, and Daoist Master Li was such a good person!

Wang Dadong of the Gold Time Dimension: Wuwuwuwu, Narcissist, don’t be sad!

Wang Yase: Arrogant One, what nonsense are you saying!

Wang Dadong of the Gold Time Dimension: Sorry, but that is your Clone too!

Xia Mei: Prince of Lanling is so pitiful!

Iron Time-Space A Kou: So, when he was young, he relied on having some ability and just messed around! He messed his own life away!

Xia Mei: Hey, you’re speaking too harshly! You have no sympathy at all!

Iron Time-Space A Kou: I’m just telling the truth!

Huyan Jue Luo Xiu of the Iron Time Dimension: A Kou!