Chapter 4: Yunmeng Mountain, Tianmen Sect (Part 1)
Facing forward, towards the sunlight, there is a magnificent and grandiose massive porch, made of ice, its top towering five or six stories high above the ground. It appears both naturally formed and artificially crafted, truly a work of extraordinary skill. Above the ice gate are carved two powerful and robust characters, which, due to their simple strokes, can be recognized by the insects as the two characters "Heavenly Gate".
She disregarded the pain in her waist and the risk of dropping the cloth bag, twisting her neck to look around. To her surprise, this small oasis turned out to be a stunning place hidden with green tiles and red walls, complete with small bridges and flowing water, surpassing even the classical gardens of China. The houses were cleverly built in harmony with the natural terrain and the growth of the vegetation, elegant and exquisite, perfectly balanced, reflecting the subtle beauty of Chinese aesthetics while also exuding a sense of grandeur. As they walked along a fragrant, secluded path, they soon found their way blocked by a small hill.
Feeling the whistling wind by her ears, Chong Chong tightly grasped her master's arm. It was only from the moment she fell off the cliff until now that she began to feel fear. The strange occurrences she encountered happened one after another, keeping her in a state of tension, leading to an excessive secretion of adrenaline. Everything she did was merely out of survival instinct, leaving no time to feel fear or contemplate anything. At this moment, she was desperately imagining herself paragliding at high speed; although terrified, she managed to hold on until she reached the mountain top.
Let Xuan Yi help her organize it, and then bring it to see me. After the sect leader gave this instruction, he quickly left again.
She did not understand how this landscape could exist; just a moment ago, she was in a world of ice and snow, and with the next step, she entered a realm of vibrant colors and lush green grass. The temperature difference was so great that it felt as if an invisible door had been opened, with spring on the inside and winter on the outside
It's just being the leader, is it necessary to act so arrogantly? The little bug felt a bit hurt in her pride due to being overlooked, but regardless, she was still lifted up by others and entered the residence of the Heavenly Gate Sect along with the crowd.
The last road is the most orderly among all the paths, leading to Beixuantian. The surface is pitch black, and it is unclear what material it is paved with, yet both the road and the buildings appear clean and tidy, with simple and elegant lines. It is evident that Master Bei, known for his peach blossoms, is a person of great organization and a pursuit of quality
Or is it a cross-existence
However, from the perspective of the insects, it seems somewhat psychologically abnormal for anyone to elevate their dwelling to such heights and distances.
Upon hearing the name "Peach Blossom," Chong Chong truly cannot imagine what he looks like dressed in a gray outfit with black edges. She vaguely recalls that a tall and slender young master had appeared, but she had not paid attention to his features. However, with such an alluring name as "Peach Blossom," he should be quite handsome. When they meet later, she will definitely observe him closely.
The inexplicable battle took place at the foot of Yunmeng Mountain. According to others, there seems to be a protective formation called the Fangyuan Formation, which is generally inaccessible to ordinary people, but was destroyed by that demon, Hua Sihai
In the center of the ice cave lies an ice path approximately twenty meters wide, seemingly laid out intentionally by human effort, undulating according to the original terrain, resembling layers of white waves. However, the surface is exceedingly smooth, appearing like a mirror; it is remarkable that the members of the Tianmen Sect can walk on it without slipping.
The two characters are written in an unknown pigment, and when illuminated by sunlight, they shine brilliantly, making it difficult for one to open their eyes. Indeed, they exude an extraordinary grandeur and an imposing righteousness. Just based on this grand entrance, it is no wonder that the sect leader's eyes are positioned on their forehead.
On both sides of the icy path lies a forest of ice, where ice blocks naturally take on various forms resembling animals, plants, and humans, some appearing quite abstract. They stand silently, and the unique coldness and tranquility of the ice cave, combined with the light from outside refracted through the crystalline ice blocks into a spectrum of colors, make everything inside resemble a fairy tale world. The admiration for this beautiful scene has not yet ended, as Chongchong is soon lifted to another place that leaves her even more astonished. The unique coldness and tranquility of the ice cave, along with the light from outside refracted through the crystalline ice blocks into a spectrum of colors, make everything inside resemble a fairy tale world. The admiration for this beautiful scene has not yet ended, as Chongchong is soon lifted to another place that leaves her even more astonished.
Uncle Ha seemed to know that the insect did not recognize this font, and quietly explained: "This is Dong Cang Tian, the territory of your master Dao Lang, and the color is still green. In the future, when you see those wearing gray clothes with green collars, they are the senior brothers of Master Dong's disciples." Although the sect leader had not yet accepted the insect as a disciple, Uncle Ha seemed to have made up his mind and began to provide the insect with introductory education.
It sounds quite rhythmic. The little bug held onto the cloth bag with both hands, wary of falling down. She had just twisted too much, and now, as the person carrying her started to walk, she almost toppled to the ground. What puzzled her was that these senior brothers chose to walk against the steps instead of taking the well-maintained path.
The topography and climate of Yunmeng Mountain are quite unique, as the high altitude results in a warm spring-like temperature at the foot and mid-slope of the mountain, while the summit is covered in perpetual snow. The mountain is shrouded in mist, giving it an ethereal quality from a distance, resembling a dream, which is likely the origin of its name.
Upon entering the main gate and walking inside, the insects are left with nothing but a state of daze, finally understanding what it means to have a hidden paradise.
It turns out that there is an oasis in this frozen city
As the insect listened attentively, it made a concerted effort to memorize, thinking that it might have to stay here for a while. The names of these ancient figures and places were so difficult to forget that it truly required several repetitions to commit them to memory.
However, she is now unable to walk, let alone fly. Uncle Ha's weapon—a broom—has been destroyed, so he cannot fly either. The old man and the young girl, both without wings, were left behind until the sect leader and that seemingly gentle and refined elder disciple took them up.
This is the Star-Sprinkling Hall of Jun Tian, the place where the Tianmen Sect holds its meetings. The sect leader and his seven major disciples reside here. Behind the Star-Sprinkling Hall are the training grounds of the Tianmen Sect and the Kunwu Lian Tian Cave. Uncle Ha has been standing beside Chong Chong, and seeing her about to twist her injured waist into eight segments, he quickly explained in a low voice: "Our Tianmen Sect is divided into five divisions: the central division is called Jun Tian, the eastern division is called Cang Tian, the western division is called Yun Tian, the southern division is called Yan Tian, and the northern division is called Xuan Tian. Each division is guarded and managed by the sect leader and the four great protectors. The sect leader only accepts disciples who are destined to be so, while the other disciples are under the command of the four great protectors."
Logically speaking, a mere mortal like her would freeze to death at such a high altitude, but Uncle Ha's robe is made of a peculiar material; it is merely a thin layer of fabric yet remarkably warm. Additionally, the strange bag that envelops her also provides warmth, so she surprisingly does not feel cold. It is only upon reaching the mountain peak that she senses a slight chill, and when she pokes her head out of the bag, she sees a landscape covered in frost, with the entire summit of Yunmeng Mountain resembling a vast city encased in ice.
Seeing her master cast a glance filled with slight disdain, she made an effort to remain calm. She instinctively felt that her master did not like her, but so what? She had to stay here, heal her wounds, and understand why she had entered this world. Was it a mission or merely an accident? Why did that Hua Sihai oppose the Heavenly Gate Sect? What exactly had she done to the Quye Sword? Was it a mission or merely an accident? Why did that Hua Sihai oppose the Heavenly Gate Sect? What exactly had she done to the Quye Sword?
It seems very fun to fly back and forth, and I can learn it in the future
After turning a corner, Chong Chong almost cheered, for before her lay a path of fine white sand, seemingly leading to a beach by the sea. She had always loved the ocean in her life and wished she could rush over immediately to take a swim. The guardian master here is Master Cang Qiong from the West, the one who was supposed to stay at the sect but made a mistake due to drunkenness. Chong Chong felt a bit curious about him, always thinking that those who do not follow the rules would surely get along with her. Of course, Master Xi Qian Tian's attire is gray with white edges. The guardian master here is Master Cang Qiong from the West, the one who was supposed to stay at the sect but made a mistake due to drunkenness. Chong Chong felt a bit curious about him, always thinking that those who do not follow the rules would surely get along with her. Of course, Master Xi Qian Tian's attire is gray with white edges.
Throughout the journey, she was surrounded by the crowd and could not move about freely, thus unable to appreciate the scenery along the way; however, she still had a general sense of it.
At this moment, the senior and junior disciples had regained some of their stamina, and thus they flew in groups of three or five on their swords. One could see their lips moving slightly, their fingers pinching various strange hand seals; each person's movements were different yet somewhat similar. The weapons they summoned expanded automatically like Aladdin's flying carpet, and as they leaped up, they swiftly dove into the clouds. Some individuals with profound magical abilities moved so quickly that they were barely visible, as if both person and sword had transformed into beams of light, disappearing in an instant. This left the onlooker, Bug, in a daze, akin to a country bumpkin entering the city, unsure of where to look.
This small hillock has been artificially cut away from the front half, and steps have been paved with blue stones. The steps, extending about twenty meters on either side, consist of at least a hundred or so levels, causing one to strain their neck to the point of almost breaking just to see that the end of the stone steps leads to a massive and ancient building. Its style bears a resemblance to that of the Qin and Han dynasties, completely different from the Jiangnan scenery previously seen, yet strangely does not appear out of place.
Not far along, a giant stone, two people high, stood by the side of a wide gravel road. This road led to a courtyard with blue-tiled roofs, where two large characters written in green material were displayed. The characters were vigorous and powerful, flowing like a dragon and a snake, and it seemed that the ink was still fresh.
Further ahead lies a smooth red earth road, which appears to be fertile land well-suited for farming. The pavilions and towers are predominantly red, beautifully complemented by the verdant pines and cypresses, giving a lively impression. Uncle Ha informed her that this place is the territory of Master Mo Wu from Nanshi, known as Nanyantian, where the attire consists of gray garments with red edges.
At the beginning, the mountain slope was gentle, but after reaching the mid-mountain, it suddenly became steep, piercing the sky like a dagger, and the rocks became perilously jagged. Contrary to the expectations of the insects, the base of Tianmen Mountain was not located at the mid-mountain, but rather at the very summit, which is why everyone stopped upon reaching the mid-mountain.
Uncle Ha said again: "A phrase often spoken by outsiders—'the sword pierces the azure sky, the inked warrior amidst the peach blossoms'—refers to the four great guardians of our Tianmen Sect"
The insect truly resembled a caterpillar, being carried up the mountain in a cloth bag by two fellow disciples, amidst a crowd of curious gazes and attention. Originally, the members of the Tianmen Sect could fly with their swords, but after a fierce battle, everyone was either extremely exhausted or injured, and thus had to rely on their legs to walk. This gave the insect a new understanding; these immortals should strictly be referred to as celestial beings, sometimes as immortals, sometimes as humans. However, it could not comprehend whether the world of sword immortals existed in parallel with the world it knew, or if they existed sequentially.