Chapter 2: Born in the Sea of Chaos

I, however, wish to engage in a friendly exchange with you

A kind-hearted fellow disciple laughed and said: "Xinghai, why are you afraid of the sea? Could it be that you do not know how to swim?"

He saw Xi Xiang approaching Chen Zhe again, and she smiled, saying: "Brother Cang, how did you cultivate such great skills? I am quite eager to awaken as well." As she spoke, she reached out to hold Chen Zhe's hand.

Xinghai whispered to Mu Ge: "Xiang'er, see how I am avenging you"

Xinghai felt a sense of fear in his heart, as if he could smell the scent of the ocean. Before him, the vast sea mist spread out, and the large dark shadow beneath the water, resembling land, slowly approached. He said: "I am ill, unwell, and cannot take action"

Li Jinguang massaged Mu Ge's shoulders and back, finally managing to wake him up. Mu Ge, with a flushed face, turned over and stood up. His attendants, aware that he was in a fit of anger, hurriedly offered him gentle words of persuasion. Although Mu Ge was furious, he was also extremely afraid of Chen Zhe, which made him considerably more subdued for the moment

Someone let out a sound of surprise, and Mu Ge furrowed his brows, his gaze becoming a bit more fierce. For the third time, he made his move; this time, both arms were in action, yet his body turned, arriving behind Mu Ge. He felt that Mu Ge's techniques were exceedingly simple, and with a little thought, they could be easily seen through.

After a short while, the group of young disciples set off again, continuing their journey towards the Western Sea. The border of the Western Sea is already ten thousand miles away from the imperial city of the Dragon Kingdom. There lies a distant province called "Mo Cong," which is the territory granted to a great governor of a family of collectors. Within that distant province, there is a peculiar place rich in the essence of heaven and earth, known as "Chaos Li Shui." The children will intensify their training in the Dragon Fire Technique at Chaos Li Shui, hoping to harness the abundant spiritual energy for one final effort, aiming to reach the second level before turning fifteen.

He shrugged off the question and said, "No comment."

Mu Ge noticed that Chen Zhe had not used the Dragon Fire Technique, and thought to himself: "This person has always regarded me as insignificant. Very well, very well, very well. Taking advantage of his arrogance, I will definitely make him suffer today, leaving him with a bruised face and ruined appearance! Although he awakened early, he may not necessarily possess true skills." In an instant, his anger surged, and he disregarded everything else. With a sudden strike of his left hand, this punch whooshed through the air, carrying even more force than his right fist.

Mu Ge let out a cold laugh, then rushed forward again. He was slightly taller than Xing Hai, with longer limbs, and now that he had awakened, his movements were quite swift. However, Xing Hai stepped to the left, causing Mu Ge to miss once more

Mu Ge pushed Xing Hai aside and said: "Xing Hai, my junior brother, a man, a true gentleman, how can one retreat in the face of battle? Unless you are not a man"

Xinghai Dao: "Alas, I do not know either, but it is better to be cautious. I fear that you might drown."

Xi Xiang said: "If you have the ability, then persuade his parents to withdraw from this marriage proposal; what use is it to beat him like this?"

Mu Ge frowned and said: "Junior brother, weren't you quite spirited in the carriage? Why do you seem so unwell now? I was impressed listening to you recite the key points of this 'divine skill' and would like to ask you for some guidance."

Mu Ge sneered, "I originally intended to break his lifeline to put an end to his thoughts. Xi Xiang, you are so kind-hearted, so I will let him suffer a little. " Xi Xiang did not respond further, only gently nodded her head

Mu Ge's expression changed, and he shouted: "I am currently engaged in a discussion on form and essence."

His body trembled even more violently, and he seemed to feel the white flames scorching his mind, becoming increasingly difficult to suppress. He gritted his teeth and said: "I am not inferior! I am not inferior!"

The attendants clamored, "This is not good, Xinghai's voice is so loud, this Lion's Roar Divine Skill has been mastered to perfection." "I originally thought that Senior Brother would undoubtedly win, but now it seems that the outcome is hard to predict." "Indeed, I suspect that Xinghai is on the verge of awakening, and Senior Brother is encouraging him to fulfill his wish. The two are evenly matched, and we are in for a good show."

Xinghai felt some concern: "This person is still very angry, but the anger is suppressed within, which is extremely dangerous. Even if he awakens, he is not much better than a beast"

He sealed the meridians in the wooden frame

The crowd looked at me, and I looked at them, all feeling that it was rather embarrassing for Mu Ge. The shouts had diminished significantly, and instead, they resorted to cursing the timid and deceitful, who dared not confront Mu Ge head-on

Upon arriving at this place, Xinghai appeared even more distracted and lost. It was the first time in his life that he had seen the ocean, and the terrifying shadows from his dreams left him in a constant state of unease. He shrank back behind the crowd, and whenever he saw his fellow disciples stepping onto the beach and approaching the sea, he could not help but exclaim in surprise

The difference between success and failure is indeed vast. This is because those who awaken the dragon fire can live for over 200 years, no longer fearing common diseases or toxins. Moreover, in the realm of the Dragon Fire, their status is exalted, surpassing that of ordinary people, and common laws cannot govern these living immortals. However, since ancient times, awakened individuals have been one in ten thousand, and it is said that their abilities are bestowed by heaven. The effectiveness of the spiritual energy of heaven and earth is truly enigmatic.

He himself did not know why he would think this way, his martial arts skills were merely average, while Mu Ge was no ordinary person, but rather a half-immortal in the world. Why would he fear accidentally killing this person?

The figure thought: "What is strange?" But Chen Zhe had already walked far away

The form gradually became more intense, and feelings of indignation arose. I thought to myself: "What have I done to you? When have I ever offended you? Ignorant people, ignorant beasts, simply because I am weak, you only cheer and applaud the strong? Indeed, you are willing to be the hounds of the one in power, forced by the threat of authority? A group of true cowards! A group of despicable clowns!"

The children shouted: "Is it sinking?"

Such "Chaotic Departure from Water" is scattered throughout the borders of the Dragon Fire Kingdom, its extent unknown and its mysteries unfathomable. The various sects of the Xiangli Academy are located in remote areas away from the hustle and bustle, with over one hundred across the nation, all under the direct authority granted by the Empress and affiliated with the government structure. When the year arrives for the children to embark on their journey, it is considered quite fortunate if each sect can present a child who has made progress in their training. The Xiangli Academy has now successfully acquired two, which will surely earn them rewards from the Dragon Kingdom. Therefore, this outing is of great significance, and it is imperative that no mistakes occur. The guards are invigorated, fully focused, and dare not show any negligence.

Xinghai said: "Senior brother, thank you, thank you very much."

Mu Ge felt as if his wrist was clamped by an iron vise. He secretly exerted strength, yet found it difficult to move even an inch, and cold sweat broke out all over his body. The dragon fire within him showed signs of earth and stone, granting him strength far greater than that of an ordinary person, but the pressure on his arm, though seemingly not thick, made it hard for him to resist.

Xi Xiang was greatly disappointed, snorted softly, and turned around as if to leave in a spoiled manner. She waited for a moment, and seeing that Chen Zhe remained indifferent, she stamped her foot, her eyes filled with resentment

Mu Ge said resentfully: "Are you feeling sorry for him? I am helping you. Do you really intend to marry this person willingly in the future?"

Mu Ge Ben intended to strip the trousers off Xing Hai in one move, forcing him to beg for mercy and lose all face. However, after several failed attempts, the atmosphere had completely changed, and he instead became furious out of shame. He let out a loud shout, and suddenly, a circle of brown light erupted from his entire body, the light shifting and changing, resembling flying sand and rolling stones.

He gazed intently at the figure for a long while, then murmured, "Strange."

The figure sighed softly: "Indeed, you do not wish to marry, and I do not wish to wed, so why has the matter escalated to this extent?"

He displays such extraordinary skills, how can mere mortals not revere the Dragon Fire Awakened as if they were deities? Meanwhile, the others worry for their own safety, shouting: "It's just a competition, do you intend to take lives?"

But at the sound of a light noise, Mu Ge's wrist was grasped by someone. The newcomer was exceptionally handsome, with a demeanor as cold as ice; he was another awakened one from the same sect.

The figure took a step back to evade the grasp, and the attendants laughed, saying: "What skill! What remarkable agility in all directions! Look, the figure is indeed extraordinary"

Sighing deeply, he said: "I am the kindest person, unable to bear the sight of blood. Moreover, we are all classmates, so let us not bring misfortune upon our teacher." Although the children were from wealthy families, they still remembered the importance of respecting their teacher; they could be disobedient, but they did not dare to be overly disrespectful.

Mu Ge cursed: "The word 'release' had not yet left my lips when suddenly I cried out in pain as if I were being slaughtered. Everyone saw a white light circle revolving around Chen Zhe's hand, resembling wind and snow. Mu Ge let out a muffled groan and fainted.

The figure thought: "The collector holds military power in the court, has a distinguished background, is handsome, and possesses great skills. Why does he, like me, hide from others? I often have nightmares; does he have them too?"

The fellow disciples exclaimed in unison: "Pah, pah, do not curse us."

With a pull and a release, a tug and a draw, the wooden frame cried out "Aow Aow" as both fists struck the tree, causing the small tree to break in response. Chen Zhe pressed his hand against the back of the wooden frame and said: "You have lost"

After stabilizing, they rested for a day, and the apprentices went to the place known as "Chaotic Departure Water". This location is by the sea, filled with reefs, where the waves roar at the foot of the mountain, and the sky is hazy, with a visible line between the sea and the sky. The spiritual energy in this Chaotic Departure Water transforms a section of seawater into a hot spring, and even from a distance, everyone feels warm and comfortable.

Mu Ge Que said: "I want him to be afraid of me and go to his father to plead for a cancellation of the marriage."

Dreams are not real; they are the weaknesses of the physical form itself. The ocean is not terrifying; what is terrifying is its inner demons

Xinghai heard a fellow disciple speak out with righteous indignation, shouting: "Hey! Mu Ge, you have already mastered the second level, so stop bullying others!"

The crowd of followers clapped and shouted: "Dragon Fire Divine Skill! Dragon Fire Divine Skill!" This was indeed a sign that the Dragon Fire Skill had reached the second level, with the spiritual energy within surging outward. The individual experienced a significant increase in strength, their legs moved swiftly, and their entire being radiated the light of Yin and Yang, as well as the five elements. If there was sand and soil surrounding the wooden frame, it symbolized the earth element.

Chenzhe said: "Senior brother, how about I become your opponent?"

Upon arriving in Mexico, the governor had received the news early and personally led his troops out of the city to provide protection. This individual was also a master of the Dragon Fire technique, having lived for over one hundred years, yet appeared to be in his fifties, with a long beard and an imposing presence. It was clear that the mobilization of forces was due to the presence of Chen Zhe, the treasure of the藏家. Chen Zhe, however, was truly unaware of the gravity of the situation and remained rather indifferent upon meeting this elder of the family. The governor did not take offense and continued to express his concern and warmth towards him.

They spoke in hushed tones, yet somehow, their words reached Xinghai's ears without a single error. Xinghai's body trembled, and he suddenly felt a sense of panic. Compared to being injured by Mu Ge, he feared even more the possibility of having killed Mu Ge.

At this moment, Li Jinguang hurriedly ran over and said, "Ah, my two beloved disciples, why have you quarreled? How did Ge'er faint like this?"

He felt that these children were very pitiable, but pity was not an excuse for them to become accomplices. At that moment, more of his peers squeezed over; they were already dissatisfied with the showy behavior of Mu Ge and cheered for Xing Hai. Xing Hai's mood improved significantly, and he looked at them, nodding and smiling in gratitude.

Mu Ge said loudly: "Junior Brother Xing Hai, how about we spar and refine our skills?"

He quickly got up and walked towards Li Jinguang, hoping that this teacher could protect him. However, Mu Ge caught up with him in a swift stride, forcefully grabbing his shoulder. He let out a low grunt and said, "Senior brother, what is the matter?"

Chen Zhedao: "This person is unharmed." He said no more and walked out of the crowd

Xinghai wished to plead with Li Jinguang, who stood at a distance, seemingly absorbed in the scenery. The attendants of Mu Ge gathered around, blocking the Daoist's line of sight. Xinghai shouted, "If my skills are lacking, how could I possibly be your opponent?"

Mu Ge shouted: "So you are a young lady? No wonder you are so delicate and fragile. Well then, let me verify your identity!" He opened his palm and reached towards the hem of her trousers.

The form knows that the fear is unfounded; what can an absurd dream signify? He has recounted his dreams to his elders countless times, yet all he received were merely a few words of consolation.

Mu Ge leaped forward and struck at the head of his opponent with a punch. This punch employed the technique "Sweeping Across Thousands of Troops" passed down from his sect, and the force of the punch was formidable, already a lethal means of attack

Xi Xiang uttered a soft "Hmm" and said, "Then do not harm him too severely"

He wants to kill me? He inexplicably felt that he could avoid it, and his body instinctively leaned back.