While scrolling through the social media posts of the group administrator "Past Like Smoke," Yan Shouyi grew increasingly curious about this individual's identity.
The administrator's feed was filled with numerous photos of Longhu Mountain, many of which appeared to be taken in serene areas inaccessible to ordinary visitors. It was well-known that Longhu Mountain had been developed into a tourist attraction, and many of its Taoist priests were occupied with receiving tourists and generating revenue for the sect, in addition to their daily cultivation and meditation. However, the administrator's posts showed no sign of any tourists, suggesting that this person held a position of high authority within Longhu Mountain, capable of exclusively enjoying such a treasured location.
Furthermore, Yan Shouyi noticed the administrator's passion for collecting calligraphy and paintings, boasting a mountain of works by renowned artists in his study. The administrator also displayed a considerable depth of skill in his own calligraphy and painting.
"This guy... he's no ordinary person!"
Just as Yan Shouyi began to feel a sense of admiration for this individual, he was suddenly struck by the fact that the administrator was openly endorsing a female internet celebrity on his social media.
"Daimei is truly my talented girl, radiant and beautiful, proficient in all arts from playing music to singing, spreading positivity every day!"
"Ten years of cultivation to share a boat ride, everyone follow along. A hundred years of cultivation to share a pillow, let's give feathers for free!"
"Alas, my little Tuan Tuan has finally shown her face!"
As Yan Shouyi read through these posts, which were essentially advertisements for live streams, the mysterious image of the administrator that had been forming in his mind instantly crumbled.
What was going on here? Since when did Taoist priests on Longhu Mountain become so trendy?
Yan Shouyi scrolled through over a dozen more posts and finally came across a selfie of the administrator. To prevent any mishaps, he immediately saved the photo and examined it closely. The administrator appeared to be an elderly man in his sixties or seventies, with an air of ethereal grace, somewhat resembling Lü Jingsheng, though not in physical appearance, but rather in demeanor. In the photo, the old man was dressed in a Taoist robe, his aged face occupying ninety percent of the frame, with his beard taking up most of that. From the remaining small corner, Yan Shouyi spotted the plaque of the Celestial Master's Mansion.
"Who exactly is this old fellow from Longhu Mountain?"
His insatiable curiosity compelled Yan Shouyi to investigate further. However, he realized he didn't know many people from prominent sects. After some thought, Yan Shouyi decided to call Lü Jing.
As soon as the call was answered, the hot-tempered Lü Jing unleashed a barrage of questions, "What do you want, you brat?"
Yan Shouyi coughed dryly, "Sect Leader Lü Jing, I haven't provoked you, have I? Why are you so angry?"
"You always bring trouble when you call me, and besides, you've lured away the most talented disciple of our Lü Shan Sect, and I haven't seen her for a month. How can I be pleasant with you?" Lü Jing retorted.
"Zi Tong willingly followed me. Besides, we've already returned to Rongcheng. Her not returning to the Lü Shan Sect is your own issue..."
"You brat, you..."
"Cough, cough, let's talk business first, business!" Yan Shouyi quickly interjected. "I have a photo here that seems to be of someone from Longhu Mountain. Sect Leader Lü Jing, could you take a look and see if you recognize him?"
Upon hearing this, Lü Jing seemed intrigued and readily agreed. After Yan Shouyi sent the photo to Lü Jing, the latter took just one glance and said, "You claim to be a descendant of Lu Ban, known for traveling the world, yet you don't even recognize this old man?"
"What are you saying? Is Longhu Mountain a place one can visit casually?"
"Enough, I won't keep you in suspense. This old fellow in the photo is quite famous, and you should know him – he is the Old Celestial Master of the Celestial Master's Mansion in Longhu Mountain!"
"What?!" Yan Shouyi was astonished. He even doubted if he had heard correctly, but after confirming multiple times and receiving the same answer from Lü Jing, Yan Shouyi finally accepted the fact. The group administrator of the Anti-Yan Revenge Alliance was the Old Celestial Master of Longhu Mountain? What was this all about! His father had a feud with the Old Celestial Master and never even mentioned it! If he had gone to Longhu Mountain for the Luó Tiān Dà Jiào after Qingming Festival without knowing this, he might have been killed by the Old Celestial Master with a single palm strike on the spot! Moreover, the Old Celestial Master's hobbies were so trendy; he wondered if others on Longhu Mountain knew about this.
Seeing Yan Shouyi remain silent for a long time, Lü Jing asked, "What's wrong? Do you have any connection with the Old Celestial Master?"
"Uh... no connection, just asking out of curiosity," Yan Shouyi said, trying to brush it off. Fortunately, Lü Jing didn't care if Yan Shouyi had any past grievances with the Old Celestial Master and changed the subject.
"You've returned to Rongcheng, haven't you? When can Zi Tong return to the Lü Shan Sect? Although you've eloped with her, she is still a disciple of our Lü Shan Sect. There are some matters that need to be handed over to her. Please convey my message to her later."
"What matters?"
"That's none of your business, it's our Lü Shan Sect's internal affair!"
"..." Lü Jing directly hung up Yan Shouyi's phone, indicating that the old man's temper was still as fiery as ever. Yan Shouyi, somewhat dejected, put down his phone and reopened the Old Celestial Master's social media feed. However, he discovered that the feed, which was previously accessible, had now been blocked. Had the Old Celestial Master realized his slip-up and quickly disabled his social media? Before Yan Shouyi could react, the Old Celestial Master sent him a message: "Brat, you didn't browse my social media just now, did you?"
Yan Shouyi: ...No.
Old Celestial Master: Heh, that's good. That's all. Go about your business.
Yan Shouyi: ...
After ending the conversation, Yan Shouyi couldn't help but burst into laughter. Old Celestial Master, Old Celestial Master, I've discovered your secret! Yan Shouyi had previously suspected that the Old Celestial Master's habit of watching female streamers was common knowledge, but it seemed that wasn't the case! This was entirely the Old Celestial Master's own little indulgence! And I've discovered it!! Yan Shouyi felt he had gained leverage over the Old Celestial Master. If he encountered any danger on Longhu Mountain, he would surely expose the Old Celestial Master, causing him immense shame. His reputation would be ruined, and he would be disgraced! Hahahaha!
"What's so funny?" Lin Zitong asked curiously from upstairs.
"I'll come up and tell you." Yan Shouyi happily walked upstairs. To prevent anyone from overhearing, Yan Shouyi locked the door after entering the room. Just as he was about to share his little secret with Lin Zitong, he turned around and saw her lying on the bed in a bathrobe, applying a face mask. Her fair legs were casually draped over the pillow, and her thighs, unintentionally revealed from the bathrobe, were even more alluring than if she were wearing a swimsuit. Yan Shouyi swallowed hard and lay down beside Lin Zitong.
"I've discovered a shocking secret. The group administrator of the Anti-Yan Revenge Alliance is the Old Celestial Master of Longhu Mountain."
"The Old Celestial Master?" Lin Zitong, wearing a face mask, found it difficult to express much emotion, but her eyes widened in surprise. She said, "But what's so funny about that? Having such a powerful enemy appear isn't something to be happy about!"
Yan Shouyi replied, "The Old Celestial Master doesn't know that I've discovered his identity. And I've also found out that he secretly likes to watch female streamers!"
"Pfft..." Lin Zitong quickly supported her face, saying, "Don't make me laugh, my mask will fall off!"
"Hehehe, in short, I've got the Old Celestial Master in my grip," Yan Shouyi chuckled. "I just spoke with Sect Leader Lü Jing. He knows we're back and asked me to tell you to visit the Lü Shan Sect when you have time. It seems there's something your sect needs your help with."
Lin Zitong replied, "I was planning to go back tomorrow."
Yan Shouyi thought for a moment, "Oh right, I almost forgot something important!"