In the ancient realm there was a soul who was known widely as Hanguang-Jun.
He was known to be aloof and away from worldly beings. Seldom people knew him for who he was or what his heart truly yearned in reality.
A man who loved dearly and in retu...
Each step takes me away from who I used to be. Every rule I follow changes me. Every second I don a personality so different from mine, gone is that warmth that was once within me.
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~Lan Zhan at the age of 16~
Reciting Gusu rules is how I meditate these days. That's what I have been taught and am known to practice and follow. Writing down scriptures was one of our daily routines. During one such routine, a fellow disciple takes an opportunity of Uncle not being around and starts gossiping with another, "Hey, have you heard that we're getting some new disciples from other clans?"
The other nods eagerly, "Yes, so I have heard, and this time around we're getting some of the best ones too."
"Who?"
"I have heard the younger brother of Sect Leader Nie would be joining us."
"Really! Who else?"
"The heir of the Lanling Jin Sect, Jin Zi Xuan will be arriving at Gusu."
"Wow!"
"Have you heard even Yunmeng Sect's heirs would be arriving?"
"Both heirs?"
"Yes! Well not only their heirs but even that trouble maker" someone chuckles.
"Troublemaker?"
"Yes, don't you know, Yunmeng Sect's leader has adopted his friend's son? They say he's quiet the troublemaker."
Yunmeng Sect!
Just then we hear a loud cough and the entire room immediately quietens. Uncle enters and with his stern eyes he commands us, "This year we have other Sects joining us and for next few months they would be learning the rules and regulations of Gusu Sect. They're students. Don't try to befriend them. The rules that apply to you also applies to them. If they go against Gusu's rules, they'll be punished." Walking around he makes us recite the rules and before parting he warns us again, "Remember your morals. If any one of you cause any shame to our Clan, you shall not be pardoned. Is that clear?"
"Yes Elder!" We repeat.
He nods, "Wangji, follow me." Following him to his private chamber, I find Gege awaiting our presence.
"XiChen, Wangji, I want you both to personally look after the wellbeing of other sects. The disciples look upto you two and would be comfortable under your tutelage. I don't want any problems, is that clear?"
"Yes uncle" we reply in unison.
"Alright, Wangji you may leave." I bow and walk away.
