The three of them rode on a fast horse and galloped westward. When they were hungry, they would eat some dry food they bought in the town, and when they were thirsty, they would take some stream water. They rarely stayed along the way and did not dare to stay in the town at night, so as not to be targeted by spies from the White Lotus Sect. Even when they were resting at night, the three of them would find a place to open all sides to facilitate escape. However, when the three of them rested, they had to take turns on duty. If they saw some strangers approaching them, they would be very nervous.

Hurry up and the three of them finally arrived at the foot of Zhongnan Mountain at noon on the fourth day.

Zhongnan Mountain is the birthplace of the main Taoist Quanzhen Sect. It is also known as Taiyi Mountain, Zhongnan Mountain, Zhounan Mountain, abbreviated as Nanshan. It is a section of the Qinling Mountains. It starts from Baojimei, Shaanxi in the west and ends at Lantian, Xi'an, Shaanxi in the east. It has thousands of peaks and green scenery. It is known as the crown of Xiandu Cave Heaven and the world's most blessed land. The main peak is located in Chang'an District, and there is a very famous couplet: blessed like the long flowing water of the East China Sea, and longevity is better than Nanshan. The Nanshan Mountain refers to this mountain. Taiyi Mountain, the main peak of Zhongnan Mountain, is rich in medicinal materials and is known as the kingdom of herbal medicine. It is still sing Taiyi Mountain in the local area. There is no need to worry about treasures everywhere and there is no need to worry about pulling grass on the mountain. Taiyi Mountain black ointment is produced here.

The terrain of Zhongnan Mountain is dangerous and rugged. There are five large valleys, and more than a hundred small valleys, which stretch hundreds of miles. Zuo Zhuan said that the dangerous nine states of Zhongnan Mountain is the obstacle of the world. The Chang'an County Chronicle written by the Song Dynasty records that Zhongnan County is located in the south of Guanzhong, starting from Qinlong in the west and ending at Lantian in the east, and being 800 miles apart. People in the past said that the big mountain is Taihang outside, and the other is Zhongnan. As for its beautiful skin, it is really a thousand peaks and green screens, and the deep valley is elegant, which is intoxicating. Li Bai, a poet of the Tang Dynasty, wrote: When you go out and see the Nanshan Mountain, you will be unlimited. The beautiful scenery is hard to be famous, and the green sun is in your eyes. Sometimes the white clouds rise and the sky will be rolling. The heart is always filled with joy.

When the three of them arrived at the foot of Zhongnan Mountain, they suddenly felt that the depression in their hearts finally relaxed, and the feeling of uneasiness that they were peeping at would no longer exist.

The journey was difficult and dangerous, and finally arrived here. The three of them looked at the towering and handsome Zhongnan Mountain and felt even more excited. The mood was indescribable.

Especially Hu Xiaojie, after nearly twenty years, he returned to his old place. He saw things and thought of people for a moment. He remembered all the past and thought about the suffering and grievances he had suffered outside over the past decade. Two lines of old tears not only rolled down beside his cheeks, but he opened his hand, as if he wanted to embrace the entire Zhongnan Mountain in his arms. He said excitedly: Zhongnan Mountain, the unfilial disciple Hu Xiaojie finally came back to see you. Master and disciple are unfilial. Over the years, he has not had time to add a handful of soil to your grave. It is all disciples who are unfilial. The disciple will come here to see you today.

The more Hu Xiaojie said, the more moved he became. He bent his knees and was about to kneel on the ground. Zhou Ming supported his body from the side and said quickly: Mr. Hu, don’t do this. Although you are a disciple of Zhongnan Mountain, Zhongnan Mountain is still looking for you all the time. When you arrive at Zhongnan Mountain, don’t show any flaws. If they are allowed to recognize who you are, this matter will be really difficult to deal with.

Hu Xiaojie was shocked and quickly stood up straight. After taking a deep breath, he slowly calmed down his excitement.

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