Chapter 17. The Grand Ceremony of Transmission
Xu Qing finally chose to take action.

It's a rare opportunity to practice, so I naturally can't let it go. There is no other way but to make the monster in front of me suffer.

Why.
Xu Qing rushed in front of the mountain monk.

The monk Shan, who stood up again after suffering a critical hit, had bloodshot eyes, a distorted face, veins bulging across his black skin, and the evil aura emanating from his body was even stronger than before.

Xu Qing took a deep breath.

He assumed a boxing stance, and once the stance was unleashed, the Qi and blood in his body began to flow violently, and his blue Taoist training robe fluttered without wind, making rustling sounds.

A fierce light flashed in the monk's eyes.

It howled threateningly at Xu Qing, but its body slowly retreated away from Xu and Chen.

Mountain monks are a kind of mountain spirits and monsters born from the mountain miasma. Their intelligence is chaotic and ignorant, but they still have the instinct to seek benefits and avoid harm.

It was naturally impossible for Xu Qing to let Shan Heshang leave.

Without thinking too much, he took a few steps forward and threw a straight punch, simple and plain, without any frills.

The mountain monk roared.

Facing Xu Qing's straight punch, it clenched its huge fist with its five fingers and punched back directly.

A strong wind blew in my face.

The black fist stained with some mud quickly enlarged in Xu Qing's eyes.

At this moment, Xu Qing felt a little uneasy.

In both his past and present lives, he had never had the experience of fighting against monsters, so he couldn't help but feel a bit hesitant when he took action.

"Junior brother, the so-called fighting method, in essence, is nothing more than courage, strength and effort. Courage comes first, and your heart is brave and fearless, then you will get nine out of ten of the true meaning of it."

Chen Jingxin's voice entered Xu Qing's ears at the right time. His eyes suddenly focused, and the retreat in his heart was swept away. He did not dodge or evade, and punched out like a dragon!

boom--

There was a muffled groan and an explosion.

Xu Qing staggered and took several steps back before stopping.

But his eyes suddenly became very bright.

Can beat it!
And his power
When he first started to refine his body, Xu Qing had the feeling that he could knock down a tiger with one punch, but he knew very well that it was just an illusion, a false feeling brought about by the sudden increase in strength.

But now!

Feeling the powerful feeling when his qi and blood were surging, he was sure that his current strength was enough to tear tigers and leopards apart alive!
Xu Qing felt relieved.

Looking at the monk on the opposite mountain, his eyes were filled with eagerness to try.

The mountain monk whimpered and let out a low howl. At this time, he had already realized that if he didn't get rid of these two humans today, he would not be able to escape.

So I just took a step back.

He rushed up directly and violently.

The huge body created a sound in the wind, as if the air was being torn apart.

The explosive momentum made Xu Qing's hair stand on end. He clenched his fists tightly, not intending to engage in a head-on confrontation. He tapped the ground lightly and dodged.

"Yes, Junior Brother, that's it. Choose the right moment and strike at its vital points!"

Chen Jingxin's reminder came out of nowhere from the side.

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Xu Qing, who was concentrating on fighting the enemy, almost lost his concentration and quickly kept his mind focused.

But he was interrupted by Chen Jingxin.

Xu Qing thought of the scene just now.

My feet kicked out unconsciously.

Unfortunately, this mountain monk learned his lesson, and Xu Qing's movements were not as smooth as Chen Jingxin's, so he was forced back by a swing of his arm.

Xu Qing had no choice but to change his tactics and lean back to avoid the swing of the arm.

But at the same time of dodging the swinging arm, he stood on the ground with one foot. Driven by the twisting waist, the toes of the kicking foot were stretched straight, and it poked towards the chin of the monk Shan like a sharp cone.

boom--

This kick was solid.

Shan Heshang's body shook noticeably and he staggered back a few steps, but the pain from his toes made Xu Qing grit his teeth.

But Xu Qing knew very well that this was a good opportunity.

Can't let it go easily!

He gritted his teeth, and suddenly exerted force with his left foot that was supporting the ground. The next moment, his whole body shot out like an arrow.

With his five fingers clenched tightly, he punched the monk right in the crotch, who had not yet recovered from his trance!
The vital part was hit hard again.

A howl rang out, the sound revealing piercing pain.

The mountain monk fell on his back, holding his lower body. His red eyes rolled slightly upwards and his whole body trembled uncontrollably.

Xu Qing gasped, looking at his opponent who had fallen to the ground and was no longer as ferocious as before.

At this point, even if the monk was not dead, his fighting power had been destroyed and he could no longer fight.

At this time Xu Qing finally understood!

It is indeed the experience passed down by our ancestors!

No matter whether it is presentable or not, or whether the painting style is elegant or not.

As long as it is useful against the enemy.

Besides, they are disciples of the Talisman Sect, and they will definitely use talismans to hit people in the future. The real close combat will be during the period of refining essence.

After that, he will remain as immortal as he should be! Wonderful!

Chen Jingxin stepped forward and nodded slightly in affirmation: "Junior brother is indeed very insightful!"

Xu Qing scratched his head.

This sounds a bit unpleasant.

"Deal with him, Junior Brother. Although this kind of evil monster that likes to eat human brains must be eliminated by cultivators like us, don't abuse him."

Xu Qing twitched his lips: "Yes!"

Xu Qing took a deep breath, gathered all his strength, moved the big rock nearby, and smashed it hard on the mountain monk who was almost fainted.

He didn't feel anything when he was smashing it, but afterward, looking at the bloody human figure, Xu Qing couldn't help feeling a little disgusted.

"Seeing blood makes this trip worthwhile." Chen Jingxin patted Xu Qing's shoulder, "In addition to cultivation, cultivators like us also have to slay demons and monsters. We will often encounter such things in the future."

"I know, brother."

after that.

Chen Jingxin took Xu Qing to look for some more medicinal herbs. Seeing that the sun was setting, it would be dangerous for Xu Qing to stay here any longer.

So we prepared to return.

Before walking out of the forest and returning to the back mountain.

Chen Jingxin took out six incense sticks, lit them with her magic power, and handed three to Xu Qing. She then took three sticks herself, bowed, and paid homage to heaven and earth.

"We should be grateful to God for providing everything for us."

Xu Qing held up three incense sticks in his hand and followed Chen Jingxin to pay homage to the heavens, earth and mountains from afar.

Ten days later.

The ordination ceremony officially begins.

The grand ceremony is actually a grand fast. The whole process is very complicated, consisting of rituals such as "raising flags", "building altars", "night announcements", "morning ceremonies", and "setting up offerings".

It usually takes two days to prepare. On the first day, flags are raised to welcome the gods, water is commanded to build the altar, and precepts are given and positions are filled. Only after a series of procedures are completed can the altar be officially opened and the ordination is officially given today.

The formal transmission procedures are also quite a lot, including lighting the incense burner, reading the words, worshipping the ten directions, repenting, summoning the demons, making vows, restoring the incense burner, etc.

Every ritual is performed with great care and effort.

Xu Qing has reached the first level of refining essence. His body is full of energy, which is endless and completely tireless. He feels fine after following the set of processes.

Other disciples who had just completed their foundation building did not feel so good.

For example, Fatty Li.

The originally excited look in his eyes has now disappeared, and he looks like he is shopping with his mother and girlfriend, with a helpless look on his face, unable to leave.

Fortunately, the ordination ceremony is coming to an end, with only the final ordination remaining.

The so-called "Pidu" means putting on the crown and clothes and entering the Taoist sect.

To be specific, the disciple drinks the elixir with the three masters, and then the three masters give them Taoist robes, precious scriptures, certificates of ordination and other items.

From then on, he officially became a Taoist.

at this time.

Xu Qing and seven other people were standing under the altar waiting for the master to bestow upon them the crown and robes.

There were about a hundred new Taoist children in their group, but only eight of them, including him, were able to participate in this ordination ceremony.

Xu Qing was looking at the others. Except for Fatty Li, the other six people, without exception, were also looking at Xu Qing carefully.

All of these people had interacted with each other to varying degrees when they were in the Taoist Temple, but they had the least interaction with Xu Qing, so everyone's attention is now focused on Xu Qing.

Especially Xu Qing ranked ahead of everyone else.

This position is of extraordinary significance.

Although the hierarchy within the temple is complicated and the practitioners have a long lifespan, it is not surprising to see people from several or even more than ten generations appear at the same time.

Therefore, the respect for seniority that mortals pay attention to is difficult to be reflected in cultivators.

What matters more is that those who achieve success come first.

But it’s not completely meaningless.

He stood at the front of all the disciples at the ordination ceremony. In a sense, he was considered the "big brother" among this group of disciples.

How could they not pay attention to Xu Qing?
"Who is the disciple at the front of the line?"

The disciples from the Taoist Academy who were watching the ceremony nearby also fixed their eyes on Xu Qing. They whispered to each other, discussing and criticizing this disciple who had a weak presence before but had risen to prominence today.

"It seems to be a peasant who is close to Li Ping'an."

"When did he complete the foundation building? Why can he stand at the front of the altar?"

"This person doesn't usually practice with everyone else. He always stays alone and seems a bit withdrawn."

On the other side, there are the positions of true disciples and elders.

"Senior brother."

Young Taoist Priest An Ran, who was in charge of the West Taoist Children's Court, held the back of his head with both hands and said, "Is that the new disciple with the first-class character you mentioned?"

"Yes." Chen Jingxin said.

"It doesn't look anything special." Young Taoist An Ran muttered, and suddenly changed the subject: "I heard that the temple master is planning to accept a disciple this time?"

"Ah."

Chen Jingxin didn't expect this either.

After a hundred years, the temple master is finally going to accept disciples again.

(End of this chapter)