Chapter 7, Nuwa Stone

These floating giant rocks and flying islands, some are naturally formed, while others are inhabited by the exiled immortals, so it is not surprising if things occasionally fall from them

Reminded by the scattered debris on the ground, Wu from Moon City realized that time was passing quickly. Feeling both hungry and fatigued, he hoisted the large yellow rabbit onto his shoulder and headed towards Xici Town. Along the way, he did not forget to experiment with the technique of launching stones to attack, or to explore the method of turning corners to strike the enemy.

Li Zhi shook her head and said: "There are dangers everywhere on Fengzhou. If I do not work hard and practice diligently, I fear it will be very difficult for me to join a sect at the Six Sects' Apprentice Ceremony in six months and learn the arts of immortality. Every time I fight against the demon beasts on Xici Grassland, it is my way of practicing swordsmanship. I have only been out for a short while today, so I cannot return with you, Brother Yue."

Yue Chengwu thought of Li Zhi's bag and couldn't help but take out the piece of yellow cloth and the stone first. He asked, "I have heard that you are able to use the Heavenly Net Cloth to make a backpack that can hold many items. Would you be able to help me make one as well?"

Yue Chengwu was deeply immersed in thoughts about the battle with the yellow demon rabbit, throwing colorful stones while only considering how to increase their power, without carefully experiencing the feelings of that moment. Now, trying to regain that sensation proved to be quite a challenge. As Yue Chengwu picked up over a hundred stones and walked back, he casually threw them one by one, experimenting with two different techniques of stone throwing. Finally, after throwing forty-seven stones, a loud bang occurred as two stones collided and shattered into halves.

So, are you saying that unless I successfully cultivate my skills, I will not be able to use the Nuwa Stone

Girls of such a young age already understand the importance of hard work. In comparison, those who engage in grandiloquent discussions in the Heart Palace can truly go to their demise. I must also strive harder; otherwise, I fear I will be left behind at the Six Sects' disciple recruitment ceremony in six months.

Li Zhi was unaware of Yue Chengwu's thoughts. Just now, Yue Chengwu's two impressive stone-throwing techniques had greatly impressed her, leading her to regard this older brother as a hidden master, and her attitude became much more respectful. It seemed as if she wanted to seek his guidance. Yue Chengwu found this both amusing and exasperating, and could only politely decline Li Zhi's implied request, indicating that he was going back to Xici Town, and asked if Li Zhi would also be returning.

Just returned to Xici Town, a burly man stepped forward from the crowd, fiercely embracing Yue Chengwu, and laughed loudly: "I was still worried that you had been harmed by the beasts outside, and was about to go look for you, but unexpectedly, you have returned."

This unfortunate demon rabbit had been cultivating on the Xici Grassland for over a hundred years. Even higher-level demon beasts could do nothing to it, yet it was struck in the brain by a shard of rock shot from its eye socket. Despite the demon rabbit's strong vitality, it could not withstand such a blow. When Li Zhi's short sword pierced its throat, even a deity would find it difficult to save it

Yuecheng Wu secretly inquired about Wang Shi, and only then did he learn that this yellow demon rabbit had been rampaging across the Xici Grassland for many years. Not only is it cunning and shrewd, but it is also extremely ferocious. In the town, seven or eight people have been injured under the legs of this rabbit king, and many have sought to hunt down this demon rabbit, yet none have ever succeeded.

Indeed, this is the feeling. Inject this force as powerfully as possible into the stones struck afterward; the more forcefully it is injected, the faster it will be. The stone struck in front must be light and powerless, so that it can be caught up by the ones behind. Yue Chengwu, engrossed in his martial arts research, did not notice a shadow sweeping across the sky. It was a massive rock, as large as a small island, from which some debris fell, with two pieces landing not far from Yue Chengwu, shaking the ground.

There were several good-hearted individuals in the town, and soon someone rushed to deliver the news. A family, with both the elderly and young in tow, arrived at the edge of the town and encountered the yellow demon rabbit, prompting a woman to burst into tears.

So you are the elder Bayang. I happen to have something I would like to ask you. May I inquire if you have some time available

Old Man Bayang turned to everyone and said: "The Rabbit King has been killed, so in the future, everyone will face less danger on the Xici Grassland. However, since we have already seen it, it is better for us to disperse now." Once everyone had gone their separate ways, Old Man Bayang then took Yuecheng Wu and Wang Shi to his home.

Indeed, how did you know, elder?

Conversely, the seemingly easier technique of flying stone turns has not yielded any insights for Yuecheng Wu despite his extensive practice, and he cannot replicate it no matter what. However, having gained this little bit of knowledge from https://mhetushucom.com is sufficient to instill in Yuecheng Wu a stronger confidence in how to survive in the Wind Continent. "As long as I practice diligently from now on, I will eventually master the formidable skill of flying stones, and I will no longer have to fear the monsters of the Xici Grassland."

Is this stone called the Nuwa Stone? What is its purpose?

Yue Chengwu highly praised Li Zhi's tenacious spirit, yet he felt a twinge of reluctance at the sight of such a small girl having to wander alone in a land rife with demonic beasts. However, he was acutely aware that he was new to Fengzhou and was in many ways inferior to Li Zhi, leaving him with no standing to say much. All he could do was offer a few words of advice and bid farewell to this seemingly very independent little girl

Next time, never take such risks again. The power of the two colorful stones that exploded just now seemed immense, but unfortunately, I only managed to use it by chance. I wonder if I could apply it intentionally if I encounter such danger again. That technique of curving flying stones is quite marvelous; how did I manage to execute it?

In the dark alley of Moon City, Wu muttered a stroke of luck, thinking to himself: "If it weren't for today's extraordinary fortune, having unexpectedly executed two remarkable techniques of the Flying Stone, and encountering Li Zhi, a skilled swordswoman from the White Lotus Sect, I would likely have become a vengeful spirit beneath the legs of this demonic rabbit."

Throughout this journey of practice, by the time he returns to Xici Town, he has refined the technique of shattering stones with flying projectiles to a certain degree. For every seventeen or eighteen stones he throws, there are always one or two instances where two stones collide and shatter. Although this is still not as powerful as when he injured the yellow giant rabbit, he has nonetheless grasped the essence of the technique.

Oh, it turns out I have even encountered a giant demon rabbit. How can this demon rabbit be so enormous

Old man Bayang chuckled and said: "As long as you are willing, you can come find me anytime. How about this, you must not have had breakfast yet, so why not come to my house with Shitou? I still have some roasted meat and some fruits and vegetables grown by the townspeople."

Yue Chengwu threw the yellow demon rabbit to the ground, and immediately someone exclaimed: "Isn't this the rabbit king from the Xici Grassland? Isn't it true that Aunt Li's youngest son was kicked to death by it? Hurry and tell Aunt Li, just say that someone has avenged her son..."

Old man Bayang's eyes lit up when he saw the item in Moon City Wu's hand, and he asked, "Did you encounter an old man fishing by Mirror Lake? Did he give you these things?"

An old man comforted the weeping woman and stepped forward to speak to Moon City Wu, saying: "I am the elder Bayang of the town. You have killed this yellow demon rabbit, thus eliminating a great menace to the town. If you ever need anything in the future, feel free to come find me"

The old man Bayang shook his head in silence and hesitantly said: "The Nuwa Stone is an extremely rare treasure, with numerous uses in the hands of immortals. I do know of one use; it can record a location you have passed, allowing you to instantly return to that recorded place in the Nuwa Stone, regardless of the distance. However, to use the Nuwa Stone, one must possess very powerful cultivation. No one in Xici Town has been able to use this treasure yet"

Yuecheng Wu had acted in a moment of urgency and did not think much at the time. Now, recalling it, he suddenly realized the usefulness of those two moves and couldn't help but ponder them. At this moment, he understood that the mysterious power that had emerged after being transformed by the waters of the Heavenly River was his most reliable support. The sooner he became familiar with the techniques to manipulate this energy, the greater the benefits for himself.

Wang Shi's sincerity and concern made Yue Chengwu feel very grateful. Hao Ran said: "I originally just wanted to hunt a few demon rabbits, but unexpectedly, I could hardly deal with even one, which left me in a very awkward situation and caused you, Shi Tou, to worry."

The elder Bayang nodded and said: "Every year, many young people go to the Six Sects to seek apprenticeship, learning the cultivation methods passed down from the Pangu Continent. Those who pass the trials will step into a broader world and become a different kind of person. Those who do not pass will continue to reside in Xici Town, living an ordinary and mundane life. If you are willing, you can also try going with Dashi next year; perhaps there is a sect that suits you."

Yue Chengwu nodded in agreement and said: "Respecting your wishes is better than declining, so I will go and disturb the elder with Wang Shi."

The old man Bayang smiled as he stroked his beard and said: "It was this immortal who taught me how to make the Tianluo bag. You are indeed fortunate. He even gifted you a piece of Nuwa stone"