The Queen travels through time and dominates the four realms

Chapter 429

As soon as he returned to reality, he immediately felt that the flow of energy around him was abnormal, and Ren Haoyu's sharp eyes were coming straight at him. Obviously, he had sensed everything that had just happened. Taoist Master Baimei knew that it was useless to say more at this time, so he had to act according to Ren Xiaoyao's instructions as soon as possible.

He coughed lightly, bowed to Ren Haoyu and said, "Mr. Ren, I have important matters to attend to immediately. Please give me a moment." After he finished speaking, without waiting for Ren Haoyu's response, the Taoist priest with white eyebrows pointed his toes and rushed down the mountain like a gust of wind, leaving a faint white shadow shuttling through the woods.

Ren Haoyu's face was livid, and he looked at the figure of Taoist Baimei going away, thinking secretly in his heart. He knew that Taoist Baimei had a close relationship with Ren Xiaoyao, and his departure at this moment must be related to Ren Xiaoyao's escape. But he also knew that chasing him at this moment was tantamount to walking into a trap, so he could only suppress his anger for the time being and decided to follow him secretly and wait for an opportunity to act.

Meanwhile, Taoist Master Baimei rushed along and came to a hidden valley. The vegetation was lush here, and a clear stream meandered down from the mountain stream. On a huge stone at the entrance of the valley were engraved the three characters "Lingxi Valley", which were written in a vigorous and ancient style. Taoist Master Baimei flashed and quietly disappeared into the valley, heading straight to an ancient stone chamber deep in the valley.

Inside the stone room, the candlelight was dim, and a woman in a plain dress was sitting on a cushion, holding an emerald green jade slip in her hand, studying it attentively. She had a beautiful face, and a hint of sadness between her eyebrows. She was Ren Xiaoyao's biological mother, Lin Wan'er.

Taoist Master Baimei stepped into the room quietly. Lin Wan'er noticed someone approaching. She looked up and saw that it was Taoist Master Baimei. Her expression changed slightly and she asked softly, "Master Baimei, why are you in such a hurry?"

Taoist Master Baimei took a few quick breaths to calm his breath that had been agitated by the rapid running, and said in a deep voice: "Wan'er, Xiaoyao already knows that you are here, and he has decided to rescue you and leave."

Lin Wan'er frowned slightly, a trace of worry flashed in her eyes: "How did Xiaoyao know? Once this matter is exposed, it will probably cause more trouble."

Taoist Master Baimei sighed, "This is a long story, but now I can't hide it. Ren Haoyu has come to me. Xiaoyao used special means to lead me into his sea of ​​consciousness and asked me to rescue you. Although he is in danger, he still misses you. This determination is touching."

When Lin Wan'er heard this, her eyes flickered, with both worry and relief. She was silent for a moment, and finally nodded and said, "Xiaoyao is my son, how can I let him take risks. Uncle Baimei, what are your plans?"

Taoist Master Baimei looked around and whispered, "Although this place is secluded, it is not a place to stay for long. I want to use the 'Nine Turns Mysterious Steps' to take you away from Ren Haoyu's eyes and ears temporarily and find a safe place to hide. When the time is right, I will try to help Xiaoyao get rid of his restraints completely."

Lin Wan'er thought for a moment and nodded in agreement. Taoist Master Baimei then performed the "Nine Turns Mysterious Steps", and the two of them instantly disappeared into the stone chamber, leaving only a wisp of breeze swirling in the air.

Ren Haoyu secretly followed Taoist Master Baimei to the outside of Lingxi Valley, only to see Taoist Master Baimei enter alone. There was no unusual movement in the valley. He hid his body and waited patiently, but after a long time, there was still no movement in the valley. He gradually became suspicious and was about to sneak in to check, when he suddenly felt a strong and obscure aura dissipate from the valley in an instant, as if it had never existed.

Ren Haoyu's heart trembled, and he thought to himself: "Master Baimei is indeed a man of great talent. He was able to lead people away quietly. It seems that Ren Xiaoyao has someone helping him behind the scenes." He secretly took note of this place and decided to leave first and make further plans later.

At this time, in a remote cave far away from Lingxi Valley, Taoist Master Baimei appeared out of nowhere with Lin Wan'er. The light in the cave was dim, but it was enough to block the outside world's sight. Lin Wan'er looked a little tired, and Taoist Master Baimei comforted her: "This should be a place where you can temporarily avoid Ren Haoyu's pursuit. You can rest here and wait for me to investigate the situation clearly before making the next plan."

Lin Wan'er nodded gratefully, silently praying that Ren Xiaoyao was safe. Taoist Master Baimei turned and left, his figure gradually blending into the night, leaving only a series of faint footprints, showing his resolute determination to continue paving a tortuous but tenacious road of redemption for Ren Xiaoyao and Lin Wan'er in the storms of the rivers and lakes. Ren Xiaoyao's eyes were as deep as a cold pond, intertwined with his persistence in the truth and his concern for his relatives. In front of the black-robed man, Taoist Master Baimei, although his heart was turbulent, tried his best to remain calm on his face. The calmness and agility of the old man in the rivers and lakes did not diminish in the slightest because of the predicament.

Taoist Master Baimei's figure flashed, and he left Ren Xiaoyao's sea of ​​consciousness like a leaf in the wind, and instantly restored his entity, standing in the real world again. He looked around, and after confirming that there was nothing unusual, he breathed a sigh of relief. At this moment, he knew in his heart that the "girl" that Ren Xiaoyao was talking about must be his biological mother, and the secret hidden behind this was probably closely related to the changes in Ren Haoyu and even the entire martial arts world.

Taoist Master Baimei knew that time was running out, so he returned to his residence without stopping for a moment. There, he hid an ancient jade pendant, which was entrusted to him by Ren Xiaoyao's father before his death. It contained a secret letter, which might contain important clues about Ren Xiaoyao's biological mother. He took out the jade pendant and carefully unsealed it. The secret letter slowly unfolded, and lines of tiny calligraphy came into view.

The secret letter detailed the true identity of Ren Xiaoyao's biological mother - she was not an ordinary woman, but came from a mysterious sect that was hidden from the world. The sect was famous for practicing a peerless magic called "Nine Turns of Samsara". Ren Xiaoyao's father met her and fell in love with her, but this relationship angered the conservative forces in the sect, who believed that outsiders' contact with the sect's secrets was a blasphemy against the ancestral teachings. So, not long after Ren Xiaoyao was born, his mother was forcibly recalled to the sect, and in order to protect his wife and children, Ren Xiaoyao's father fought a fierce battle with the sect's masters, and unfortunately died in the end. Before his death, he entrusted Ren Xiaoyao to Taoist Baimei and left this jade pendant, hoping that one day it would help Ren Xiaoyao find his mother.

Taoist Master Baimei read the secret letter repeatedly and had a plan in mind. He decided to go to the mysterious sect in person and use his prestige and connections in the martial arts world to try to persuade the sect leader to release Ren Xiaoyao's mother. However, he also knew that this trip was extremely dangerous. The sect had always been closed and it was difficult for outsiders to approach, let alone go deep into it. He needed to find a guide who was familiar with the situation of the sect, and for this person, he thought of an old friend he had not seen for a long time - Liu Changfeng, the "wandering wanderer" who was unrivaled in the martial arts world.

When Liu Changfeng and Taoist Master Baimei were young, they had traveled together in the martial arts world and formed a deep friendship. He was aloof and erratic, but he knew the secrets of all the sects in the martial arts world. If he could help, his chances of success would undoubtedly be greatly increased. Taoist Master Baimei immediately wrote a letter, detailing the matter, and sent it to the place where Liu Changfeng often appeared by pigeon.

A few days later, Taoist Master Baimei received a reply. Although Liu Changfeng did not make it clear whether he was willing to help, he asked him to meet at the "Zuixian Tower" by the Yunmeng Lake. Taoist Master Baimei knew that Liu Changfeng had made his intentions clear, so he immediately set off for Yunmeng Lake.

Zuixianlou is located by the lake, with pavilions built along the water, reflected by the blue waves, surrounded by lotus flowers, and picturesque scenery. Taoist Master Baimei walked into the restaurant and saw Liu Changfeng drinking alone by the window in the private room on the second floor. The lake and mountains outside the window were in full view. He had an upright posture, and his white clothes were whiter than snow. Although he was old, he still had the charm of his youth.

"Bai Mei, I haven't seen you for many years, and you are still in such a hurry." Liu Changfeng did not turn around. His voice was cold, but revealed a familiar smile.

Taoist Master Baimei stepped forward quickly, bowed and said, "Brother Changfeng, I haven't seen you for many years, and you are still as charming as ever. I am taking the liberty to visit you today because I really have something to ask of you."

Liu Changfeng turned around, staring at Taoist Baimei with a sharp gaze, and a faint smile appeared on the corner of his mouth: "I know what you want to say, sit down and talk."

The two sat opposite each other, and Taoist Master Baimei told Liu Changfeng everything about Ren Xiaoyao and the contents of the secret letter. Liu Changfeng was silent for a moment, then nodded gently: "This matter concerns family affection, and I, Liu Changfeng, will help. Although the mysterious sect has been hidden for a long time, I know where its entrance is, and I have some friendship with an elder in the sect. We will set off tomorrow, and hope to successfully convince them."

Taoist Master Baimei was relieved and expressed his gratitude in words: "Brother Changfeng has come to our aid. Ren Xiaoyao and I are both very grateful. But this journey is dangerous, so we need to be more careful."

"The affairs of the martial arts world are full of risks. Why should we be afraid?" Liu Changfeng smiled carefreely and raised his glass to invite him to drink. "Let me practice for you tonight. Tomorrow morning, we will embark on the journey to find our relatives."

After three rounds of drinking, Liu Changfeng suddenly said seriously: "Bai Mei, although this matter seems simple, it may involve a lot of things. The 'Nine Revolutions of Samsara' is very important. If the news is leaked, it may attract the covetousness of all parties in the martial arts world. We need to act more cautiously. We must rescue Ren Xiaoyao's mother and prevent the secret manual from falling into the hands of evil people."

Taoist Master Baimei nodded in agreement: "Brother Changfeng is right. This trip is not only to rescue Madam Ren, but also to ensure her safety. The conservative forces in that sect are deeply rooted, and we must be prepared for any eventuality. I have prepared a set of 'Phantom Steps' that can help us avoid being seen when necessary."

Liu Changfeng's eyes flashed with admiration: "The Mysterious Step is your unique skill. Combined with my 'Cloud and Mist Body Skills', it can greatly increase our concealment. However, if we really encounter a strong enemy, we must be prepared for a head-on confrontation. I have a 'Frost Sword', which contains icy energy. It is more than enough to deal with those who have bad intentions."

Taoist priest Baimei stroked his beard and smiled: "With Brother Changfeng's sword in hand, I feel much more at ease. Tomorrow morning, we will act according to the plan."

On the second morning, mist shrouded the lake. Taoist Master Baimei and Liu Changfeng quietly left Zuixianlou. Following Liu Changfeng's instructions, they came to a valley rarely visited by people. At the entrance of the valley, a waterfall fell from the sky like a silver dragon, stirring up mist, like a fairyland. Liu Changfeng signaled Taoist Master Baimei to follow him. The two performed Qinggong and quietly sneaked into the depths of the valley under the cover of the waterfall.

There was a different world inside the valley. A winding stone path led to a towering ancient temple. The temple was surrounded by exotic flowers and plants, and cranes were leisurely flying among them. An otherworldly atmosphere filled the air. Liu Changfeng explained in a low voice: "This is the outskirts of the mysterious sect. The real entrance is hidden inside the ancient temple."

The two men restrained their breath and approached the ancient temple quietly. The gate of the ancient temple was closed, and a pair of stone lions in front of the gate were majestic and solemn, as if warning intruders without permission. Liu Changfeng knocked on the door knocker lightly, three long and two short, which was the secret signal they agreed on in advance. After a while, the gate slowly opened, and a blue-clothed disciple appeared. When he saw Liu Changfeng, his expression changed slightly, but he still said respectfully: "Senior Liu, you are here."

Liu Changfeng nodded slightly, signaling Taoist Baimei to follow him in. The internal structure of the ancient temple was complex, with winding corridors. They passed through several courtyards and came to a quiet courtyard. In the center of the courtyard, an old man with white hair and beard was meditating. It was the elder Liu Changfeng mentioned who had a friendship with him - Zhenren Xuanqing.

Master Xuanqing opened his eyes and saw Liu Changfeng and Taoist Master Baimei. He stood up and saluted: "I am sorry for not welcoming you both."

Liu Changfeng got straight to the point: "Master, I came here this time to discuss the matter of Ren Xiaoyao's mother. She has been imprisoned by the sect for many years, which is really unfair. Baimei and I would like to use the moral principles of the martial arts world to implore you to come forward and facilitate this matter."

Xuan Qing Zhenren looked embarrassed, and after a moment's silence, he whispered, "This matter is of great importance, and it involves the foundation of our sect. You know, the 'Nine Revolutions of Samsara' that Ren Xiaoyao's mother practices is the most precious treasure of our sect. If we let her go, the technique may be leaked."

Taoist Master Baimei said sternly, "Master, Ren Xiaoyao's mother has a deep relationship with Ren Xiaoyao and his son. His mother has long given up the desire to practice the technique and only wants to reunite with her family. As for the secret of the technique, we are willing to guarantee with our lives that we will never reveal even a single bit."

Liu Changfeng also said firmly: "Master, you and I have known each other for many years. You should know that I, Liu Changfeng, am not a person who goes back on my word. This matter concerns the relationship between flesh and blood. I hope you can help me."

Xuan Qing Zhenren looked at the two men's determined eyes for a long time, and finally sighed: "Forget it, since you two are so supportive, I will try my best. But whether it will succeed depends on the decision of the head of the sect."