Chapter 5: Shrinking the Earth, Walking on Water, Riding the Wind
Finally safe
It is unknown how much time has passed, the cries gradually became hoarse, filled with a sense of despair akin to a heart turned to ashes
Under the direction of the village chief, the villagers quickly gathered their grain and belongings and headed towards Longshou Mountain in the east
This is the only way to achieve a win-win situation.
Little Five, have you returned
He walked into the temple with a smile, greeting his fifth brother as usual, but soon the smile on his face froze.
Once again, I would like to express my gratitude for the spell of Instant Transmission, which allowed Li Daoxuan to enjoy chicken after a long absence
In introspection, Li Daoxuan's foot acupoints resembled the stars in the sky, emitting a faint glow, while the Yongquan acupoint at the sole of his foot appeared like a bright moon, hanging high in the night sky, suppressing the multitude of stars
A wisp of smoke rises, and the aroma of grilled meat wafts continuously, making one's mouth water
Li Daoxuan did not leave
The starlight and moonlight intertwine, resembling a layer of hazy gauze draped over Li Daoxuan, shimmering with a faint glow
At the end of the villagers' line
If it were not for the impartation of the Demon-Slaying Tome, merely mastering the skill of identifying acupoints would require several years of study
He lifted his foot and took a step forward
As for footprints, after using the spell of Instant Movement, the steps are as light as a feather. As long as Li Daoxuan wishes, even if he steps on the snow, he will not leave any traces
Midnight, the hour of Zi
He did not choose to escape alone, nor did he intend to confront the demons without any certainty. After much deliberation, he instructed Muramasa to first organize the villagers' evacuation and assured them that he would slay the last of the Five Gods once he was adequately prepared
The little granddaughter's eyes were filled with reluctance as she gazed at the swiftly departing figure on the hill, feeling dejected and asking, "Grandpa, will I be able to see Brother Daozhang again?"
A single bite leaves a lingering fragrance on the lips and teeth
Moments later, a young man dressed in elegant attire emerged, his brows furrowed and his pupils elongated. He bore an air of arrogance, not even casting a glance at the man, and casually tossed a piece of ancient jade to him
Covering his swollen forehead, trapped under the collapsed earthen wall, Li Daoxuan could not help but exclaim, this spell is truly formidable
Having spoken, the pale-faced young scholar transformed into a long green serpent, coiling up a gust of demonic wind, and flew away into the distance
The art of spatial contraction has been initially mastered
Bang
Li Daoxuan slowly opened his eyes, as if a mysterious aura of the Dao had enveloped him.
Li Daoxuan looked at the picturesque mountains and clear waters here, so he gathered some dry branches and wild grass, intending to hide here for a few days and take the opportunity to practice this spell thoroughly
The serpent demon traveled swiftly with the wind and soon arrived at the rocky mountain, landing in front of the Wutong Temple
The eyes of the serpent demon rapidly turned crimson, as it flicked its forked tongue, and the tail behind it trembled violently, producing a piercing sound
Li Daoxuan ran wildly towards the north. When he ran out of magic power, he sat down to rest and then continued running.
He revealed a hint of a smile, feeling an incredibly light sensation beneath his feet, as if he were stepping on cotton, without an ounce of weight
Notify them to return at that time
This means that Xiao Wu has already encountered misfortune
In the mountains, time seems to stand still, and before one knows it, evening has arrived again
The person shouting indoors is his wife
Xiao Sha Village
If I do not even know where I am going, how can others possibly know?
The old village chief gazed intently at the ghostly figure and said firmly, "It will definitely happen. Daoist Li possesses great abilities and will surely find a way to eliminate that monster"
With a step forward, his figure vanished from the spot, the azure robe resembling a fleeting light, swiftly disappearing into the night.
The firelight illuminated the man's features; he was dressed in splendid attire, with a smooth face devoid of a beard, and his narrow, elongated eyes revealed a hint of disdain as he gazed at the bonfire
Li Daoxuan drank several mouthfuls of stream water, feeling content as he lay down, revealing a smile
Thus, at dawn, he ran several dozen miles in one breath, exhausted and parched.
The reason he does not seek a target, but instead runs around aimlessly, is to prevent being pursued by monsters
Starlight and moonlight seeped into his feet, like silver needles piercing the acupoints on Li Daoxuan's feet, causing his soles to quickly become extremely sore and numb
The speed was too fast, and I couldn't control it well for a moment
Only when he saw the roasted chicken did he swallow hard and show a stiff smile towards Li Daoxuan
The Demon-Slaying Heavenly Book will impart to him all the cultivation experiences of this spell, but to truly master it, he must put in his own effort; it cannot be achieved overnight
If one can attain the second level of the Water Walking technique, one can walk on water as if it were solid ground, perceiving rivers and lakes as flat land
It is unclear how much time has passed, but just as Li Daoxuan was on the verge of fainting from the pain, the intense agony in his feet gradually subsided, eventually transforming into a feeling of comfort.
The next day, dawn
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Bathed in starlight, Li Daoxuan quickly entered a deep state of tranquility
Li Daoxuan's feet became increasingly painful, and in the end, the veins on his forehead bulged, nearly causing him to exit the meditative state
However, it consumes some magical power; after just a short while of trying, it depleted nearly 10% of Li Daoxuan's magical power.
In a household in Sanhe Village, heart-wrenching cries echoed, as a man stood outside the house, clenching his fists tightly, nearly grinding his teeth to dust, with bloodshot eyes.
It must be said that this spell is truly remarkable; even at its preliminary stage of mastery, it is enough to make countless martial arts experts envious.
He persevered and continued to practice diligently. After a chaotic flurry of activity, he finally managed to grasp this formidable spell.
He has currently attained the first level of mastery in this spell, known as "Shortening the Earth." With a single step, he can match the distance others cover in ten or even a hundred steps
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With his cultivation level, he was fundamentally incapable of refining the moonlight; however, following the methods taught in the spellcraft, he was indeed able to use the stars and moon as a guide to stimulate the potential in his feet and perform the Earth Shrinking Technique
He sat cross-legged on the rooftop, closing his eyes in meditation.
At this moment, he resembles an immortal descending to the mortal realm under the moonlight, untouched by dust, transcendent and unparalleled.
In the next moment, Li Daoxuan suddenly appeared in front of a large tree several steps away, his head bleeding profusely from the impact
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After seeing the villagers leave, Li Daoxuan finally breathed a sigh of relief. Without any hesitation, he decided that leaving was the best course of action
The man walked into the room, saw his wife, who was unconscious and had her dress stained with blood, and fell to his knees in despair, striking his own face fiercely.
Under the moonlight, on a small hill.
However, just as he was savoring the delicious food, a figure slowly approached through the flames and sat down beside Li Daoxuan
If one cultivates to the highest level of the third layer of Wind Control, one can ride the wind and realize the dream of flying
Because in the Wutong Temple, the statue with a green face and sharp fangs has now turned into fragments
Li Daoxuan covered his nose, which was still bleeding profusely, feeling somewhat amused yet helpless
However, Li Daoxuan knew that all of this was normal; as long as he endured this intense pain, he would eventually reap the rewards and initially master this spell
I thoroughly enjoyed myself today, and I dedicate this to you
The night was deep and dark, and Li Daoxuan was always haunted by a sense of foreboding. He was unwilling to waste time and was diligently practicing the newly acquired spell, the Art of Shrinking the Earth and Traveling.
Did you eat enough today
Looking around, I do not know where this place is; it seems I have run deep into the mountains. However, the surroundings are lush with flowers and grass, and not far away there is a small stream, its water clear and carrying a sweet, moist fragrance.
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Li Daoxuan was roasting a wild chicken on a wooden stick over the flames. The wild chicken, which grew in the mountains and forests, had a firm texture, and as it roasted, it sizzled and released oil. Sprinkling a handful of salt on it made it an absolute delicacy.
If it were an ordinary person, they would certainly feel that there was a problem with their cultivation, and would immediately stop, thus wasting all their previous efforts
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Can I have a taste?
During the Wude era, various factions vied for power amidst continuous warfare. To escape the ravages of war, the local populace excavated some secret passages and hidden chambers in Longshou Mountain. Now, in order to evade the vengeance of the serpent demon, they are compelled to seek refuge there once again