In the southern part of the Chinese land, there was a quiet and peaceful small village named Taoyuan Village. This place boasted beautiful mountains and clear waters, and it was like spring all year round. The fertile land gave birth to lush crops, and the villagers lived a comfortable life of men tilling the land and women weaving, being self-sufficient. In the village, there was a highly respected old man named Lin Hetang. He had been hardworking and kind throughout his life. When he was young, he had relied on his wisdom and courage to lead the villagers to resist several natural disasters, making great contributions to the prosperity of the village.

As time flew by, the once-strong and energetic young man had now been transformed by time into a white-haired and faltering old man. With advancing age, Lin Hetang's body became increasingly weak, and various ailments haunted him. In the dead of night, the pain in his joints often kept him from falling asleep, and he could only toss and turn in bed; on ordinary days, he would be out of breath after just a few steps, and his physical strength was far from what it used to be. His children saw his suffering and felt pain in their hearts. They took him everywhere to seek medical treatment and consulted renowned doctors in the surrounding areas. However, despite taking countless herbal medicines, his condition still didn't improve.

Physically and mentally exhausted, Lin Hetang happened to hear the legend of the Antarctic Immortal Elder in Taoism under a fortuitous circumstance. In the Taoist pantheon, the Antarctic Immortal Elder, also known as the God of Longevity, was in charge of the lifespan of mortals. He emanated an aura of auspiciousness all around and possessed a miraculous method to prolong people's lives. As if seeing a glimmer of hope in the dark, a fire of hope was kindled in Lin Hetang's heart. He found Taoist Priest Qingfeng in the village's Taoist temple and pleaded with anticipation, "Taoist Priest, I heard that the Antarctic Immortal Elder has a way to make people live longer. Could you please help me obtain a 'Longevity Talisman of the Antarctic Immortal Elder'? I'm really tortured by these ailments and yearn to taste the flavor of good health again."

Taoist Priest Qingfeng had been practicing in the Taoist temple since childhood and had delved deeply into Taoist classics and spells. He was compassionate and wholeheartedly wanted to help the villagers solve their problems. Seeing Lin Hetang's earnestness, he nodded slightly and said, "Old Lin, you have dedicated so much to the village throughout your life. I will surely do my best to help you. However, when it comes to seeking the talisman, one needs to pray piously, and it also depends on fate and opportunity." After saying that, Taoist Priest Qingfeng asked Lin Hetang to go home and wait, and he himself turned around and entered the quiet room deep in the Taoist temple, closing the door to prepare for seeking the talisman for him.

Inside the quiet room, Taoist Priest Qingfeng was dressed in a plain Taoist robe. He lit three sticks of incense in front of the incense burner. The curling incense smoke rose slowly, filling the entire room and creating a solemn and respectful atmosphere. Holding a horsetail whisk in his hand, he closed his eyes, concentrated, and chanted incantations, praying for the Antarctic Immortal Elder to take pity on Lin Hetang and bestow the longevity talisman. The ritual lasted for three full days and nights. During this period, Taoist Priest Qingfeng didn't eat or drink, relying solely on his firm belief and the spiritual power within him. Finally, late on the third night, a soft light descended from the sky, penetrated the roof, and shone directly on the incense burner. When the light faded, a gleaming talisman was quietly suspended in the air, with the runes on it flickering, emitting a mysterious and peaceful aura.

Seeing this, Taoist Priest Qingfeng's face lit up with joy. He quickly knelt down and kowtowed to give thanks. He knew deep down that it was because the Antarctic Immortal Elder was touched by his piety that he granted this wish. The next morning, Taoist Priest Qingfeng hurriedly rushed to Lin Hetang's home with the extremely precious talisman in his bosom. At that time, Lin Hetang was sitting on the rocking chair in the yard, his face full of melancholy. When he saw Taoist Priest Qingfeng coming, a glimmer of light flashed in his eyes.

Taoist Priest Qingfeng walked up to Lin Hetang and solemnly handed him the "Longevity Talisman of the Antarctic Immortal Elder", saying earnestly, "Old Lin, this is the longevity talisman bestowed by the Antarctic Immortal Elder. You must wear it close to your body and be pious. Taoism emphasizes conforming to nature and cultivating one's character. From now on, every morning when you get up, you can face the east, greet the morning sun, take a deep breath, feel the spiritual energy of heaven and earth, and silently recite 'Reduce selfishness and have few desires' from the 'Tao Te Ching' to calm your state of mind. Only in this way can you resonate with the power of the talisman and maximize its effect." Lin Hetang took the talisman with trembling hands and immediately felt a warm force passing through his palm, dispelling the gloom in his heart for many days. His eyes turned red and he choked and said, "Thank you, Taoist Priest. If I can really regain some health with this talisman, you are my great benefactor!"

Since then, Lin Hetang had strictly followed Taoist Priest Qingfeng's instructions. Every morning after getting up and washing, he would put on a loose shirt and come to the yard. He faced the east, closed his eyes slightly, and took several deep breaths, feeling the warmth of the first ray of sunlight on his body and listening to the cheerful singing of the birds on the branches, allowing his body and mind to be fully immersed in the embrace of nature. At the same time, he softly recited "Reduce selfishness and have few desires" in his mouth, discarding the distractions and worries in his heart, as if all the troubles in the world had nothing to do with him. Every time he recited it, he could feel his heart becoming calmer, and the "Longevity Talisman of the Antarctic Immortal Elder" that he wore close to his body seemed to have a wonderful resonance with his body, continuously supplying him with energy.

Strangely enough, in just a few days, Lin Hetang felt obvious changes in his body. His originally pale complexion gradually turned ruddy, and his cloudy eyes became bright and energetic; walking no longer felt as strenuous as before, and his steps were much lighter. He could even occasionally help his children with some simple household chores. When the neighbors saw Lin Hetang's changes, they were all astonished and exclaimed, "Old Lin, what kind of magic medicine have you taken? You seem to have become ten years younger all of a sudden!" Lin Hetang always smiled and replied, "Thanks to the Longevity Talisman of the Antarctic Immortal Elder that Taoist Priest Qingfeng helped me obtain, my old bones have regained their vitality."

With his gradually improving health, Lin Hetang's quality of life was also greatly enhanced. He was no longer confined to his bed all day long but rejoined the life of the village. In the morning, he would follow the old people in the village to practice Taijiquan to stretch his muscles and bones; in the afternoon, he would sit under the big tree at the village entrance, chatting with everyone and sharing interesting stories from his youth; in the evening, he would take his grandchildren for a walk on the country paths, teaching them to recognize various crops and feel the beauty of nature.

Lin Hetang knew full well that all these changes were due to the blessing of the Antarctic Immortal Elder and the miraculous power of the "Longevity Talisman of the Antarctic Immortal Elder". Grateful, he decided to share his experience with those around him. So, in the village ancestral hall, he often gathered the villagers and told them the story of himself and the longevity talisman. He said, "Our Taoism emphasizes conforming to nature and being grateful. I was tortured by ailments before because I violated the way of nature and had too many distractions in my heart. This Longevity Talisman of the Antarctic Immortal Elder not only gave me physical health but also made me understand the true meaning of life. I hope everyone can cherish their bodies, keep a calm heart, and live in accordance with the laws of nature."

After hearing Lin Hetang's story, the villagers had a deeper understanding of the magic and wisdom of Taoism. Many of them also began to consult Taoist Priest Qingfeng about the practice methods of Taoism, hoping to have a healthy body and a peaceful state of mind like Lin Hetang. Under the careful guidance of Taoist Priest Qingfeng, a craze for learning Taoist culture gradually emerged in Taoyuan Village. Children followed the Taoist priest to recite classics and learn the principles of being a person; young and middle-aged people practiced health preservation exercises such as Taijiquan and Baduanjin in their spare time to strengthen their bodies; the elderly paid more attention to cultivating their character and facing the ups and downs of life with a calm state of heart.

As time passed slowly, the story of the "Longevity Talisman of the Antarctic Immortal Elder" was passed down from generation to generation in Taoyuan Village, becoming a legendary tale in the village. Lin Hetang also became the legendary long-lived old man in the village, highly respected and loved by the villagers. Whenever outsiders came to Taoyuan Village and heard this story, they would be infected by the thick Taoist culture atmosphere here and be touched by Lin Hetang's experience, as if they could feel the mysterious power and endless grace of ancient Taoism, getting intoxicated in this pure land covered by an aura of auspiciousness and reluctant to leave.

Many years later, when people looked back on this period of history, they would still sigh at the miracle that happened that morning, be impressed by Lin Hetang's perseverance and gratitude, and deeply admire the wisdom and power contained in ancient Taoism. And Taoyuan Village, because of this story, became a well-known place for inheriting Taoist culture, attracting countless people to come and explore the mystery of longevity and experience the beautiful realm of harmonious coexistence between humans and nature.