Chapter One, The Youth with Spiritual Eyes (Three)

Huo Yuhao was ultimately going out for the first time. Despite the guidance of a map, he still inevitably took the wrong path several times. It was only after continuously asking passersby that he managed to find the correct route again

He changed into the clean clothes from his bundle, washed the dirty clothes in the stream, and hung them on a tree branch. Then he broke off a branch about three feet long.

At that moment, a surprised and delicate exclamation rang out, the voice clear and melodious, startling Huo Yuhao.

Huo Yuhao gazed at the White Tiger Dagger, and the excitement in his eyes instantly transformed into deep sorrow. From the blade that shone like a mirror, he seemed to see the figure of his mother once again

Soon, he determined the direction and cautiously made his way through the woods. His caution was not due to the uneven ground, but rather out of fear that his clothes would be torn by the thorns. These were made by his mother with her own hands

Before long, a unique fragrance began to waft above the campfire, rich and enticing, possessing a temptation all its own. As Huo Yuhao slowly turned the fish, it gradually transformed into a golden yellow, accompanied by the thick aroma, making it particularly alluring

Fishing is undoubtedly a skillful task for the average person. However, for Huo Yuhao, who possesses the ability to accurately locate with the help of the Spirit Eyes, it is an effortless endeavor. This is also the reason why he felt so excited upon hearing the sound of flowing water. Apart from catching fish himself, he has not consumed any other meat in the past six days.

With a swift motion of his hand, he flipped his wrist, and a half-foot-long green fish was speared onto his hook

White Tiger Dagger, this is the name his mother told him.

His right hand reached behind his waist to draw a short blade from its sheath. The blade was approximately one foot and two inches long, and the sheath was a dark green color, made from tough leather. Huo Yuhao did not know what kind of soul beast or animal the leather came from. He only knew that this short blade was the only gift his father had given to his mother, which she had cherished like a treasure until the very moment before her passing, when she finally entrusted it to Huo Yuhao

It smells so good

The first time, Huo Yuhao only grilled two fish, while the others were prepared in advance. Grilling too many at once can make it difficult to control the cooking time.

The blade was drawn from its sheath without making a sound, the approximately seven-inch long blade resembling a pool of autumn water, its slender edge appearing almost transparent. The chilling aura caused even the accustomed Huo Yuhao to shiver involuntarily.

It has been six days since I set out for https://m.hetushucomcom, and I should be nearing my destination. Ho Yuhao carefully examined the map he had drawn on paper, then looked at the direction indicated by the shadows of the trees along the road. He concluded that he was very close to the Star Dou Forest.

Taking a slight deep breath, his eyes instantly brightened. At that moment, every detail in the clear stream was magnified in his gaze. The subtle changes in the flowing water, even the tiny shrimp hiding in the crevices of the riverbed, could not escape the scrutiny of his keen eyes. Moreover, everything appeared to slow down in his vision.

That's great, at least it will last for two days. Once cooked, it is not easily spoiled

Closing his eyes, Huo Yuhao quietly listened to the sound of flowing water coming from a distance. As the possessor of a spiritual martial soul, his six senses were much stronger than those of ordinary people. Especially when he closed his eyes, the other five senses would be heightened to a certain degree.

After a refreshing wash, when he came ashore again, he felt completely rejuvenated. He thought to himself that since he was nearing the Starry Forest, it would be best to take a good rest here first

Having water means that life can be improved

As the saying goes, reading thousands of books is not as beneficial as traveling thousands of miles. After a few days, he felt that he had learned quite a bit. With the oppression and constraints of the duke's residence behind him, his mood improved significantly. The novel sights he encountered along the way filled him with excitement. After all, he was still young, and his body recovered quickly; he did not feel fatigued from the journey. Instead, it was as if he were a bird that had escaped from its cage, experiencing joy for the first time since his mother's passing

He picked up the freshly broken branch, and with the White Tiger dagger, he sliced down at the tip of the branch. The blade, emanating a faint azure light, glided through the branch as if cutting through tofu, encountering no resistance. In just a few strokes, the tip of the branch was sharpened to a fine point.

Huo Yuhao squatted by the stream, filled with joy, using the White Tiger Dagger to clean all the grass carp. The sharp White Tiger Dagger made it effortless to scale and gut the fish. For Huo Yuhao, who had worked alongside his mother since childhood, this task posed no difficulty; within a quarter of an hour, he had processed over a dozen fish.

The almond-shaped eyes, large and lively, a well-defined nose bridge, an almost perfect oval face, and a beautiful delicate visage adorned with a hint of surprise, gazed intently at the grilled fish in Huo Yuhao's hands

Huo Yuhao had only salt as seasoning, but for grilling fish, it was already sufficient. He made several small racks from thick branches, then threaded the cleaned green fish onto thin branches, rubbed salt inside the belly of the fish, and took out some leaves called perilla that he had picked a few days ago in the woods, washed and torn them, and stuffed them into the belly of the fish. Only then did he place it on the grill made of thick branches and start roasting it.

A single small fish is certainly not enough for him to eat; in just a short while, Huo Yuhao has already caught more than a dozen green fish ranging from half a foot to a foot long from the river.

In less than two hundred meters, he found his target, a small stream approximately three meters wide. The water in the stream was crystal clear, and the refreshing coolness of the stream brought a sense of comfort.

Gather some large leaves from the forest, wash them clean in the stream, then place the cleaned fish on top. Find some dry twigs to use as firewood, and in a short while, a small campfire is lit by the stream.

The handle is approximately 5 inches long, lacking any ornate decorations, yet it imparts a sense of antiquity. When held in hand, it not only fits perfectly but is also exceptionally comfortable

He looked in the direction from which the sound came and saw two people walking along the stream. The one in front was a young girl, appearing to be around fifteen or sixteen years old. Her long black hair was tied in a ponytail hanging down her back, and her light blue athletic outfit accentuated her youthful figure, which seemed to be full of vitality.

Following the young girl is a boy who appears to be of similar age. The boy is tall and upright, with short deep blue hair that glimmers like a gemstone under the sunlight. Although he is still young, he exudes an air of elegance, with a handsome face adorned by a lazy, gentle smile. He has his hands clasped behind his head and looks over at Huo Yuhao with interest, though his gaze is directed at the person rather than the grilled fish.

Huo Yuhao sheathed the White Tiger Dagger back into its scabbard and secured it at his lower back, then took a branch and walked to the edge of the stream

Wiping the sweat from his forehead, Huo Yuhao walked into the woods by the roadside, looking for a shaded spot to sit down and meditate to recover his strength. Suddenly, the sound of flowing water reached his ears, instantly causing Huo Yuhao, who was about to sit down, to jump up in excitement

Suddenly, Huo Yuhao struck like lightning, swiftly thrusting the branch in his hand into the stream.

Huo Yuhao let out a cheer, quickly stripped off his clothes, and jumped into the creek, which was less than two feet deep. The last time he bathed was two days ago; after two days of travel, he was already covered in sweat. Bathing in this refreshing creek water was simply the most delightful experience.