Zombie Bodyguard

Chapter 2117: Chapter 2114: I Am a Dangerous Person

"Senior, it’s not that I’m overly suspicious; it’s just that I believe there’s no such thing as a free lunch. How can I know if this big secret you’re talking about isn’t a trap?" Lin Tian expressed his thoughts directly.

Mengluo Great Wizard sighed lightly and said, "Your concern is valid, however, I genuinely don’t know the specifics of the secret. All the Great Wizards throughout history have sworn not to pry into it."

"Alas, this is my last chance. If you don’t accept the Jade Seal, it will likely fall into the Xu Family’s hands soon," Mengluo Great Wizard’s face showed regret and reluctance.

Lin Tian furrowed his brows and asked in confusion, "The last chance, what do you mean, Senior?"

"I was awakened by the altar’s aura. The Xuanwu Meditation is broken, and my fate is coming to an end," Mengluo said solemnly, with a hint of relief.

Lin Tian scratched his forehead, still puzzled. "Senior, what you’re saying is quite profound. What is Xuanwu Meditation, and what fate? Can you put it simply?"

Mengluo Great Wizard stroked his grizzled beard before saying, "Xuanwu Meditation is a breathing technique for longevity. Its complete cultivation process includes calming the heart, breath control, entering a meditative state, and emerging from it."

"Is it an ancient martial arts technique?" Lin Tian asked in surprise. The Great Wizard’s words made him understand that the method of breathing and inhaling was quite similar to Ancient Martial energy training.

Mengluo nodded slightly and said, "You could say so, but there are differences. Cultivating Xuanwu Meditation doesn’t increase one’s martial prowess; it exists solely for prolonging life."

"I’ve managed to live until now relying on Xuanwu Meditation and that Elixir. During Xuanwu Meditation, after entering a meditative state, the acquired breathing ceases, the innate breathing begins, attaining tranquility from nothingness and entering a natural meditative state, unconscious yet spiritually aware, reaching true human meditation."

"At such a time, on the surface, the cultivator appears to have no breath or heartbeat, seemingly dead. Once I enter meditation, it takes ten years, and only after ten years will I emerge automatically."

"I just woke up not by emerging automatically but by being awakened by the altar’s aura, which means Xuanwu Meditation was interrupted. The consequence is damage to my true breath, and my life won’t last long," Mengluo explained patiently, feeling somewhat emotional at the end.

In Lin Tian’s mind, flashed the scene he saw upon entering the room; he thought he had seen a corpse, but now completely understood that it was merely Mengluo in meditation. Upon reflection, it had a touch of the idea of regaining life from certain death.

"So, it was I who harmed you, Senior," Lin Tian felt guilty internally.

Mengluo Great Wizard shook his head and said generously, "No, it is fate, and also my opportunity. In these eternal and endless years, my only wish is to find the successor to the Jade Seal. Now that I’ve found him, I should rejoice greatly."

"Moreover, I won’t die immediately; I just can’t extend my life any longer. Afterward, I will experience the last stage of life like an ordinary person, growing old and dying, which is a great liberation," Mengluo laughed, his open-minded smile even infecting Lin Tian, showing him an inspiring mental strength.

This Great Wizard, having lost the ability to prolong his life, didn’t fall into madness but instead rejoiced. Such a state of mind is something few achieve.

"Impressive," Lin Tian said solemnly with two words, then extended both hands, indicating his choice.

Mengluo once again handed over the Jade Seal, and as he released it, he seriously said, "I also don’t know what the secret is. You might not gain any benefits from it, but rather endless trouble and danger. Do you still plan to accept it?"

This time it was Lin Tian’s turn to smile generously. He responded nonchalantly, "I myself am a dangerous person; what danger should I fear?"

Mengluo Great Wizard was momentarily stunned and then burst into laughter: "Haha, interesting, interesting. I see the shadow of Emperor Shi in you. By the way, which generation has Qin State passed to? Who is the current Emperor Qin, and is he good to the people?"

Which generation? Who is the Emperor Qin? Lin Tian paused and couldn’t help but sigh internally. This Great Wizard’s understanding still resided in the glorious Qin State.

"What? Is there a problem?" Mengluo asked curiously.

"No problem..." Usually straightforward, Lin Tian hesitated for a moment but did not hesitate long before saying earnestly, "I can’t keep count of which generation we’re in, but now the people live and work in peace, and the nation is prosperous and strong. As for who the Emperor Qin is, I, an ordinary commoner, can’t casually speak that name."

"Right, you’re correct; the name of Emperor Qin shouldn’t be casually spoken. Although your words are a bit odd, knowing Qin State is like this, I am relieved."

As he spoke, the Great Wizard shed a tear, but his eyes were filled with comfort. Seeing this, Lin Tian sighed internally again, feeling even more unwilling to reveal the truth.

If the Great Wizard knew that after Emperor Shi unified the six states, Qin State was destroyed after merely fifteen years, he might choose death immediately, as many prominent historical figures have demonstrated their resolve in such a manner.

"How do we get out?" Lin Tian timely changed the topic.

"Not we, just you alone. I can only send one person out," Mengluo Great Wizard said.

"No, we go together," Lin Tian said with a frown.

Mengluo Great Wizard waved his hand slightly and smiled: "You don’t have to worry about me. I can continue to deceive the Xu Family here; they can’t do anything to me or dare to kill me. Besides, leaving here might cause me to die faster."

As he spoke, he made hand seals at a fast speed and then pointed at the wall. The wall rippled like water, and a black hole over two meters high appeared on the wall.

"Quickly go inside. The passage can take you away from the Xu Family. Unless you have the strength to resist the Xu Family, don’t reveal the Jade Seal to anyone from the Xu Family, remember this well," Mengluo instructed solemnly, maintaining his position.

"Rest assured, Senior, it’s no easy task to take something from my hand once I’ve gotten it," Lin Tian responded rather roguishly.

Though somewhat roguish, Mengluo was reassured and smiled: "This departure is indefinite, who knows when we’ll meet again. Take care on your journey."

Lin Tian bowed solemnly, then turned and walked towards the black hole. As he was about to step into it, Lin Tian said without turning back, "Senior, if, just if, one day you come out and find that Qin State no longer exists, what would you do?"

"I know there’s nothing that can last forever. If Qin State no longer exists, I hope you are the new Emperor Qin," Mengluo Great Wizard said calmly, showing no expression.

"I am not an Emperor Qin, nor do I wish to be a king. I am Lin Tian," Lin Tian said lightly.

"Royal destiny, sometimes it is not for you to decide," Mengluo Great Wizard also said quietly, a strange light flashing in his eyes.

Lin Tian stepped into the black hole, instantly as if entering another space-time, unable to hear any sound, including whatever Mengluo said last.

As he contemplated how to get out, a sudden feeling of weightlessness came over him, and his entire body fell, leaving only the two words Lin Tian cursed in the passage: I’m screwed!

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