Chapter 1285: Across the Curtain, Two Lifetimes

That "Senior Sister," whose name remained unknown,stood by the door, conversing with "Yuzhen" behind the curtain.

Her tone was exceedingly gentle: "What is this talk of hardship?'Tis merely doing what one is able to do..."

She paused and said, "You've been initiated for over a year now, yes?How have I treated you, junior sister?"

"Senior Sister has treated me exceptionally well," Yuzhen replied.

"I treat you well because I truly consider you family.Though you were initiated later,the moment I first saw you, I felt a closeness."The female voice by the door continued,"Our Master, that elder, bid you travel extensively,leaving you to wander freely. There is naturally her purpose in this.Do not think that she, that elder, does not cherish you."

"Senior Sister, I understand..."

This Yuzhen, gentle and placid before her Senior Sister,was a Myoyu that Jiang Wang had never witnessed.Was she truly so docile? Even somewhat shy and introverted?This woman was like an unsolvable riddle,possessing a thousand myriad transformations.The more he saw of her, the less he knew her true form.

"Oh, yes," that Senior Sister said,"Last month, I asked Yunyun for assistance,to take you to the Observing River Platform.She didn't act with any princess-like temperament, did she?"

"No, Princess Yunyun was very easy to get along with,and helped me avoid much trouble."Yuzhen behind the curtain said,"Thank you, Senior Sister Yuhua, for arranging this opportunity for me."

Though he knew she had taken steps to conceal him,Jiang Wang did his utmost to control himself,to create no sound or movement.Of course, in his current physical state,aside from opening his mouth to shout,it would be difficult to make any sound.He merely thought silently...So, Myoyu's Senior Sister was named Yuhua.

Yuzhen, Yuhua... Monk's robes... Nunnery...Could this place truly be a nunnery?And... when the Gathering of the Yellow River commenced,did Myoyu actually go to the Observing River Platform?

Jiang Wang recalled, just as the Gathering of the Yellow River concluded,when he greeted Zhao Rucheng,he saw a cloaked nun beside Helian Yunyun...He was momentarily stunned.

Yuhua seemed to smile softly:"Among fellow junior sisters, why speak of thanks?Senior Sister had forgotten to ask you...What did you think of this session of the Gathering of the Yellow River?"

Yuzhen deliberately pursed her lips:"Not much. When there are no heroes, scoundrels make a name for themselves!"

"Ah?" Yuhua was a little surprised:"Was it not said that True Master Taiyu of Mount Daloubecame the youngest True Master in history?"

"I speak of the other champion," Yuzhen said.

"Jiang Wang! Also..." Yuhua said,"Not long after becoming champion,he was sought by the Kingdom of Jing, accused of colluding with demons.These hegemonic nations are truly filthy;to contend for the title of champion, they disregard everything.No wonder the Hermit of the River Pass once said,the greatest drawback of the state systemlies in the decline of worldly customs."

As for the Hermit of the River Pass, his real name is unreliable,his origin unknown. He styled himself the Hermit of the River Pass,and so people referred to him as such.He was a very special peerless expert in the history of cultivation,who once resolutely opposed the promotion of the state system in the mundane world.Later, unable to resist the tide of the times, he withdrew and disappeared.

"The talk of colluding with demons is merely fabricated by the Kingdom of Jingto strike at its opponents; there is nothing credible in it."Yuzhen, half-reclining at the head of the bed, said,"However, that champion of the Inner Palace field...is indeed difficult to make others accept."

"How so?" Yuhua asked curiously,"I remember it was said that this session of the Gathering of the Yellow Rivercould rank among the foremost in history for its brilliance...So, is the champion of the Inner Palace field actually unacceptable?"

Jiang Wang sneered inwardly. This person called Yuhuaclearly knew the situation of this session of the Gathering of the Yellow River well,yet deliberately asked about it.Was it not to remind her of the matter of helping to obtain a spectating spot?This was too obvious!

"His combat power is passable, but his appearance is not."Yuzhen said with a tone of regret:"Ears that catch the wind, a pig's nose, a crooked mouth, a pockmarked face...Don't even mention how unsightly he is!"

"..." Yuhua, separated by a curtain, said earnestly:"Junior Sister, we must not judge people by their appearance.The Gathering of the Yellow River is a place where prodigies competeand display their talents, not a beauty pageant.Since that Jiang Wang was able to seize the title of champion,even if he truly looked like a pig, he is still a peerless prodigy."

Jiang Wang: ...Can you please stop comforting her?I wasn't that angry originally!

"Senior Sister is right, Yuzhen has learned."Yuzhen glanced at the lying Jiang Wang beside her, almost imperceptibly,and said warmly and softly:"Then, Senior Sister, why have you visited so late at night?"

Indeed, she had been circling the topic for a long time...

"Then Senior Sister shall not treat you as an outsider."Yuhua finally said,"The Chief Disciple of the Wondrous Existence Hall failed to assault the True Grotto,and unfortunately dissolved her Spirit Gathering Palace...Her remaining time is short.The position of Chief Disciple of the Wondrous Existence Hallis therefore vacant.Senior Sister has cultivated diligently for many years without cease,and has a mind to do some things for the sect..."

At this point, the meaning was already quite clear.

"Senior Sister." Yuzhen was silent for a moment, then said slowly,"Washing Moon Abbey has three Chief Disciples of the Halls,each position is critically important.In terms of seniority, Yuzhen has not been initiated for long;in terms of cultivation, I am barely at the Outer Building realm;I am not proficient in Buddhist scriptures, nor am I well-versed in monastic methods.On such matters, where do I have the right to speak?"

So this place was actually Washing Moon Abbey!One of the Buddhist Sects of the world!Known as the foremost nunnery in the world,its position in Buddhism todayis likely only beneath Suspended Temple and Mount Sumeru.

The confusion that had lingered in Jiang Wang's heart for a long timefinally had an answer.No wonder Myoyu dared to hide him here.Even if the people of the Kingdom of Jing searched the world,they could not force a power like Washing Moon Abbeyto open its gates widely.

However...How did Myoyu enter Washing Moon Abbey?And it sounded like she was a core disciple, of significant status.Could such a great Buddhist sect of the worldnot discover her evil cult origins, not know her background?

Jiang Wang listened silently.

That Yuhua's laughter was gentle:"What is this talk of rights? We are family.Whatever is to be done, is it not discussed among us?'Tis not that I ask Junior Sister to actively say or do something.It is merely that, if our Master, that elder, asks you,it would suffice to casually mention it."

The senior and junior sisters separated by a curtain,what separated them was more than a thin curtain?

Yuzhen suddenly turned her head to the side,gazing at Jiang Wang's eyes, her pupils like flowing waves,and spoke with a warm and gentle voice:"Even if Senior Sister doesn't say anything,if Master mentions it to me, I will still support Senior Sister."

"Some things... I understand in my heart."She said thus.Those flowing waves were like fine rain,drifting upon a high mountain.Haloed with rainbow light, reflecting the sunset glow.Dazzling and captivating.

Jiang Wang tightly closed his eyes, unwilling to meet her gaze.

Then he heard Yuhua say again:"Though the matter is small, Senior Sister cannot but speak of it,cannot but accept this kindness."

Jiang Wang felt that Yuzhen seemed to be slowly lowering her head.His powerless body could not move.The current situation also did not allow him to make any noiseto be discovered by that Yuhua.

"I will naturally side with you..." Yuzhen said,"No matter when..."

The closed-eyed Jiang Wangseemed to be able to feelthe orchid-like breath approaching.

"You make Senior Sister not know what to say...Ah, Yuzhen." Yuhua seemed very moved.

"Senior Sister shall return first.You should rest well," she said.

The door was pushed open again, then closed.

Jiang Wang couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.