Chapter 287: Chapter 174: Zhou Bing Crosses the River_2
Translator: 549690339
If that’s the case, after Zhen Xuan and the others expend their magical power, the time and cost to recover will undoubtedly increase.
Under these circumstances, they might choose to demonstrate spells with relatively low consumption to conserve magical power, which is not unreasonable.
‘If my guess is indeed correct, then the spells demonstrated by the other five
True Persons who follow will probably be similar to those of Elder Zhen Xuan.
To mortal eyes, it appears mysterious, but it consumes very little power and can only deceive mortals.’ With that thought, Lu Yuan continued to watch.
After performing the Mirage Art, Zhen Xuan disappeared and reappeared after a short while, his figure emerging amidst a haze of rosiness.
“Fellow Daoists, that was the Mirage Art. Now, let us welcome Fellow Daoist
Anqiu from the Dan Ding Path to demonstrate an immortal technique for us.”
Elder Zhen Xuan smiled and saluted the audience before leaving the stage gracefully.
Soon after his departure, True Person Anqiu took the stage. After saluting the many Daoists below, he began: “Fellow Daoists, today I will demonstrate the art of creating life from paper.”
As he said this, Anqiu took out a piece of white paper from his sleeve and with a flick of his hand, cut the paper into a person.
He then threw the paper figure onto the ground, and it immediately transformed into a graceful woman in court dress dancing enchantingly, making the audience captivated.
The countless Daoists in the venue could not help but marvel at the art of creating life, something that they had only read about in Taoist Classics.
However, with Qi Yun’s reminder, Lu Yuan was still unable to discern the truth of the paper woman with his naked eyes, but he could conclude that she was just an illusion.
Because the Taiping Dao Book also had a similar art, clearly stating that it was an illusion.
In other words, the creation of life from paper and the Mirage Art are of the same nature, both forms of deception and both consuming very little magical power.
Even in the realm of Immortals, such arts are merely used for casual entertainment, utterly insignificant.
After performing with the paper woman for a while, Anqiu retrieved her when her dance came to an end and then happily descended from the stage.
The other four True Persons also took turns in demonstrating their spells.
Similar to the first two, they demonstrated many deceptive arts found in the Taoist Classics, which looked impressive but had limited practical use. “It seems that the six Dao Veins are also struggling in their daily lives.”
Lu Yuan sighed inwardly after watching the performances of the six True Persons.
No wonder Anqiu from the Dan Ding Path was eager to offer the Taiping Dao Book when he saw Lu Yuan, showing no pride befitting the Six Dao Veins.
Only now, after watching their demonstrations, did he realize how difficult their lives were.
That’s why the Dan Ding Path was desperate to improve and develop the Taiping Dao Book, as they were on the verge of extinction.
“Fellow Daoists, the performance has ended. The Inescapable Meeting, a grand event that occurs every half a month, comes to a close now.”
After the last True Person demonstrated their Dao Law, Zhen Xuan returned to the stage and announced to the restless Daoists, “The Meeting is officially over from this moment onwards.
All of you may leave the mountain in order now. Arrangements have been made by my Disciples, and I hope that all of you will cooperate.
We, fellow Daoists, shall meet again in ten years.”
With these words, the once-in-a-decade Inescapable Meeting officially ended.
After Zhen Xuan finished speaking, he left with the other True Persons, not staying any longer.
Meanwhile, the many Daoists in the audience followed the guidance of the Ziyun Daoists and queued up to leave the mountain in order.
Just as respected guests were the first to ascend the mountain, they were also the first to descend.
Watching row after row of guests leave, Lu Yuan and Qi Yun patiently waited in the back.
It took almost half an hour for them to leave, and with the crowd, they descended the mountain, bringing life back to the long-deserted town.
Everyone reaped great benefits from this Daoist gathering.
Whether it was the various Daoist lectures and discussions or the performances of the six True Persons, everyone was satisfied and gained profound insights.
Some even seemed still caught up in the excitement of the event. Judging by their plans, they wanted to stay in town for a while longer.
After all, the Inescapable Meeting occurs every ten years, gathering countless Daoists from across the land, and many people were reluctant to leave.
Making new acquaintances and exchanging Daoist knowledge was an excellent opportunity.
Of course, there were also those with a cold disposition or lofty aspirations who maintained their composure. After descending the mountain, they simply returned to the inn to collect their luggage and left swiftly.
Lu Yuan and Qi Yun were among these people.
Since Qi Yun was patient with solitude and hardship and had deep cultivation, he had no regrets from the Inescapable Meeting and saw no need to stay.
As for Lu Yuan, he was not interested in getting to know the various Daoists who remained in the town..