Chapter 168 - 152 Bone Token_2

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Chapter 168: Chapter 152 Bone Token_2Praying Sect’s Bone Elder despises resorting to arms, always finding it crude and inelegant. But this time is an exception! ... Cleaned up once more, Li Chengfeng and his student, Duan Qinglan, went to Zhou’s Purification Shop again. This time, upon entering, Li Chengfeng immediately bowed respectfully to Zhou Xuan, softly saying, "Young Master, I am here to make a payment." Duan Qinglan was surprised; she didn’t know what exactly happened at the Old Painting Pavilion, why her usually aloof teacher suddenly became so submissive towards Zhou Xuan. What kind of magic does this young tattoo master possess to have even conquered the teacher? "What payment now? I haven’t encountered any issues yet." Zhou Xuan, smoking a cigarette, glanced sideways at Li Chengfeng. In his view, the "Little Guardian" naturally comes into play during danger. Here he was, leisurely enjoying his cigarette—what protection was there to offer? "Young Master, I am usually busy with my duties. Fearing I might not arrive in time if there is a need for protection, I have a mitigating strategy." Li Chengfeng took out a bone token from the inner pocket and handed it to Zhou Xuan, saying, "This bone token is recognized by all as the Bone Elder Association’s emblem, to see this token is as good as seeing the Bone Elder! If anyone tries to trouble the Young Master, showing this token will make them retreat." Zhou Xuan held the bone token up to look at it; the token was about the size of a playing card but slightly thicker. On the front of the bone token, a book design was painted, and at the bottom right corner, there was a signature— Bone Elder Association Li Chengfeng. "What if the people troubling me are from the Bone Elder Association?" Zhou Xuan pointed out a bug. If both parties possess the Bone Elder Association’s bone token, they would be equals, and the troubling party would still be troublesome. Duan Qinglan explained on behalf of her teacher, "Each bone token of the Bone Elder Association is unique, distinguished by the design on it, and indicating the identity and status. Ordinary Bone Elders, upon seeing this token, would know who stands behind you and dare not provoke, If you encounter a tough situation, simply crush the bone token, and the teacher will perceive you’re in significant trouble and naturally come to negotiate on your behalf!" "Good stuff, I’ll keep it." Zhou Xuan pocketed the bone token. Tattooing, for him, was not just about making money, but more importantly, about earning goodwill. Raising the incense fire level is not an overnight feat; to keep the tattoo business thriving for a long time, one needs the shade of a big tree. "Young Master, if there’s ever a time you need Li Chengfeng, just command me. It would be my honor to alleviate your troubles." Li Chengfeng expressed his willingness genuinely. Zhou Xuan thought for a moment, then said, "Actually, there is something troubling me." He asked Li Chengfeng, "Do you understand divination?" Divination would allow Zhou Xuan to gain the power of the Nuo God’s thoughts. Just earlier, in the Old Painting Pavilion, the sight of Bone Teeth’s impressive split not only amazed Li Chengfeng, but him as well. Zhou Xuan had a bold idea: if he could completely master the Divination Ceremony, every session could grant him the power of Nuo God’s thoughts, and at the right moment, overcome more levels of incense fire to vanquish opponents. After returning to the shop, he inquired Yun Ziliang if he understood the Divination Ceremony. Yun Ziliang’s answer was straightforward. "You ask if I understand, then I do understand, but if you intend to use divination to invite the Nuo God’s thoughts to possess you, gaining more of Nuo God’s power, with my skills, I can’t assist you." Since Yun Ziliang wasn’t very knowledgeable about divination, Zhou Xuan decided to inquire with Li Chengfeng. Li Chengfeng’s knowledge in mysticism was profound. But even the most knowledgeable have their blind spots. "Divination, ah, I don’t have a thorough understanding, but our Bone Elder Association has a large collection of ancient texts documenting the Divination Ceremony." Li Chengfeng said, "I can help you find relevant ancient texts." "Then let me thank Mr. Li first." "Ah, I dare not say thanks." Ever since Li Chengfeng knew the secret of Zhou Xuan’s right hand, especially after witnessing the cut of Bone Teeth and the imposing aura of the Nuo God overseeing mortals, his beliefs were somewhat shaken. Towards Zhou Xuan, besides admiring his tattoo skills, there was also an implicit submission to the Nuo God. "In a couple of days, I’ll bring the ancient texts over." "Great!" With Zhou Xuan’s response, Li Chengfeng took his leave and departed from Zhou’s Purification Shop. ... At the intersection of East Market Street and Jiaofang Road, the driver for Duan Qinglan had been waiting for a long time, Seeing the lady and Li Chengfeng, the driver promptly got out, opened the rear car door and waited for both to get in before returning to the driver’s seat and asking, "Ma’am, where are we heading?" "Take the teacher home." Duan Qinglan picked up a cigar box, lighting one for Li Chengfeng. Li Chengfeng took a puff, the sweet aroma of the cigar lingering on his tongue as he exhaled the smoke, and said to Duan Qinglan, "To the medical college." "Teacher, you need to rest, delving into that tattoo isn’t urgent." "I’m going to the college to search for the ancient texts on divination for the Young Master." Duan Qinglan, fearing she had heard wrong, knew her teacher’s disposition all too well; a lifetime dedicated to the effort of awakening fires, besides teaching during the day, or researching specific subjects tasked by the Bone Elder Association, his remaining time was spent searching for ways to awaken fires. Why would he today proactively seek out ancient texts on divination? Such tasks could easily be delegated to a student. Duan Qinglan decided to relieve Li Chengfeng of his worries: "Teacher, you rest first; I’ll take care of finding the ancient texts." "I fear you may not handle it efficiently; since it’s the Young Master’s request, I’d rather do it myself." "..." Duan Qinglan. She couldn’t quite understand; the teacher was fine when they left, but after completing the tattoo, the teacher suddenly turned into this enthusiastic person!

Chapter 168 - 152 Bone Token_2

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