Chapter 212: 211: Master Buqiu's Great Pretensions

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Chapter 212: Chapter 211: Master Buqiu’s Great Pretensions Qin Liuxi hadn’t turned around yet but already knew who was calling her; it was that nosy old lady who always felt the need to stir things up. Indeed, the old lady rushed forward with her hands clasped and bowed to Qin Liuxi: “Greetings, Master.” Qin Liuxi returned the bow with a Taoist greeting and said: “If good people want to seek scriptures and ask about Dao, they should seek out Daoist Qingyuan from Qingping Temple, who is well-versed like a household treasure in Taoist scriptures.” Don’t come to me; I won’t go either. “No, no, no, the old woman came specifically for the Master.” The old lady said, smiling apologetically and looking around: “Would the Master consider stepping aside to talk?” Seeing her cautious expression, Qin Liuxi led her to a corner, a dead end which allowed clear view of anyone approaching and there was no need to fear being overheard. “Master, the old woman’s husband’s family has the surname Shen.” Mrs. Shen began by introducing herself, saying: “I also came on the master’s orders, hoping to invite the Master to our residence to treat our young lady’s illness.” Qin Liuxi did not ask from which family she came and only said: “You have traveled from afar, and I am recently overwhelmed with various affairs, and I am afraid I can’t make it to your residence. Next door on the mountain is Wuxiang Temple which also possesses profound Buddha teachings and robust incense; perhaps good people like you should go there and seek high monks to exorcise evil?” Mrs. Shen, realizing that she had hinted her origin and growing more respectful towards her, exclaimed: “Master’s Taoist skills are profound, and this matter at my master’s home can only be handled by you.” Qin Liuxi, noticing the earnest look in her eyes, asked: “You’re just here to seek help; how do you know that this matter at your residence can only be handled by me?” Has my reputation spread already? That shouldn’t be the case. Who would be such a meddler? Mrs. Shen looked around and whispered: “Actually, our family learned of the Master’s divine name from Mr. Yu of Li City.” Yu Qiucai? Qin Liuxi’s eyes narrowed slightly and she uttered a sound of acknowledgment. Mrs. Shen’s voice became faint, saying: “The young lady at Mr. Yu’s house previously suffered from this madness disease as well, and it was you who cured her, right?” “Indeed, that’s true.” Mrs. Shen continued: “Master is a Xuanmen Taoist, benevolent and kind. The old woman trusts that you are discreet, so I won’t hide it from you.” She took a breath and said: “In fact, our young lady suffers from the same madness as Miss Yu. It so happens Mr. Yu visited our family and casually mentioned your incredible skills. That’s when our family sent me to seek your help.” See, these family servants are trained talkers, truly adept in conversation. First, she subtly reminded Qin Liuxi to keep it confidential, then gave compliments before stating her purpose. But Qin Liuxi, having been to Ningzhou Prefecture once and reticent about far travels, said: “I deeply sympathize with the illness of your family’s young lady, but as I said, the temple is currently overwhelmed with affairs, and I really cannot spare the time.” Qin Liuxi spoke, “If you really wish for my diagnosis, why not invite the young lady to the temple? Even if not to Qingping Temple, coming to Li City would also work.” “How could that be...” Mrs. Shen started, feeling that it was inappropriate. Qin Liuxi responded indifferently: “What’s wrong with seeking medicine and treatment? Unless you don’t want your young lady to get better.” “Oh, no, Master, you can’t say that. I would never dare to think that way; our young lady is a good girl.” Mrs. Shen waved her hands frantically, saying: “You must know better than me, Master, that this madness, once it breaks out, she recognizes no one, similar to that boy earlier. Furthermore, my young lady, she...” Mrs. Shen hesitated, then clenched her teeth and said: “My young lady’s condition is even more severe than that child’s, it seems like some evil spirit has possessed her, thus the Family Head sent me to invite you.” Qin Liuxi chuckled lightly: “You being sent here is essentially just making initial inquiries, isn’t it?” Mrs. Shen’s old face turned red, and she stammered: “The old woman has never seen such things; I just wanted to see more of your profound Taoist skills.” “You’ve seen it now; you can go back and report this, just say I’m merely mediocre.” Qin Liuxi yawned and said: “With that, I shall take my leave. Good people might as well buy a peace charm to take back for your mistress to wear.” After finishing speaking, she left with her hands behind her back. “Hey, hey, Master.” Mrs. Shen chased after her for a few steps, but seeing Qin Liuxi not even turning back, she frowned. This Master Buqiu’s arrogance is indeed too much. Saving lives is like fighting fire; being a monk, isn’t it possible to show kindness? But remembering what Mr. Yu said, this Master Buqiu likes to be unorthodox and shouldn’t be provoked unduly, she also dared not act rashly. Could it be that the Master thinks an old servant like herself asking for help seems too lowly, thus she deflects? She clearly cured that child afflicted with evil without hesitation. It is truly strange. Mrs. Shen, worried about her young mistress back home yet feeling helpless, thought maybe if Mr. Yu, having dealt with her before and with Qingping Temple located in Li City, could give a word, it might be worth another try to request his company for another appeal. If all else fails, she’d just send someone back to report; no, she had to go back herself, as she had witnessed everything firsthand. Deciding on this, Mrs. Shen bought a peace charm and had the accompanying people hurry her back to Li City to the Yu Family, where she asked Mr. Yu to mediate, and then returned to Qingping Temple. Qin Liuxi, unaware of Mrs. Shen’s plans, after searching around, found Qing Yuan and started laying into him. “Blaming me for bringing trouble, spreading word of my great medical skills, thinking to tire me to death so you can succeed as the rightful heir to the Daoist temple?” Qin Liuxi chased after him, hitting and scolding: “Come here, here, I’ll renounce my master and from now on, you are the number one disciple of Qingping Temple, you take the lead, you become the Junior Temple Master, don’t ever come to me for anything!” Qing Yuan shouted, “Senior brother, I would never dare to have such a rebellious idea, I was just praising you.” “Stop your nonsense! You want me spinning like a donkey, think of lately, the old man’s not here and even took the incense money, I’ve dealt with so much, haven’t even caught my breath, and you still bring me trouble. I almost couldn’t get away from that crowd of women just now, you plague-smitten old man, don’t run, I promise I won’t kill you!” Qing Yuan: “I’m not even forty yet, not an old man!” “You’ve aged fast, you’re a young old man!” Not far away, Wuwei watched the scene dumbfoundedly, thinking, so this is the esteemed and mighty Master Buqiu? He’s just a little rascal! “Brother Wuwei, you’ll get used to it; Master Buqiu won’t really kill Brother Qingyuan,” a Daoist named Qingming in the temple said smilingly. Wuwei pointed at them: “Just watch?” “You can look away if you want, but it’ll be over soon.” Qingming smiled and said, “If in the future Master Buqiu hits you, just pretend to be in pain, it won’t really hurt, you won’t die. Oh, she’d even bring you back to life if she beats you half to death, don’t worry!” Wuwei shuddered: Should I also say thank you, then?

Chapter 212: 211: Master Buqiu's Great Pretensions

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