Chapter 010: Climbing the Mountain to Observe the Earth Qi, Night Conversations and Their Toxic Legacy

The Northwest Shadow Demon was causing trouble, and at that time, it had already destroyed the Earth Passage Shrine. The royal family conducted an overnight investigation and discovered that the secrets of the Sealing Technique and the "Central Plains Dragon Vein Map" had been tampered with, which led to this nationwide investigation.

Wang Xuan furrowed his brow and suddenly recalled the faint spiritual light he had seen in the northern mountain hollow while using the Qi Observation Talisman

A hint of doubt flashed in Wang Xuan's eyes: "I see that you, Daoist, do not seem to be in a hurry?"

Bai Sanxi was taken aback and pondered, "To be honest, my lord, I can indeed arrange things, but ordinary methods can only make the room gloomy, and prolonged stay can lead to feelings of annoyance and depression, resulting in illness"

He actually harbored not a trace of resentment in his heart; Taiyi Sect is the national religion, the foremost of the righteous path, and this old Daoist has cultivated for many years, undoubtedly surpassing himself in skill.

Having said that, a yellow talisman suddenly appeared in his hand, "This is the Chonglou Wangqi talisman, which is quite difficult to make, so there is no need for Captain Wang to worry."

Wang Xuan narrowed his eyes and said "Speak!"

Good

... ...

He also saw the place where he usually practiced, where the black and sinister energy was thickly accumulated, resembling a giant stone in the river, causing the mysterious yellow energy to diverge and change direction

can ... ...

Not mentioning these, the price of the spirit-seeking talisman left him feeling overwhelmed

Wang Xuan's expression was calm: "How many spirit-seeking talismans can be provided in a month?"

Who would have thought that the wealthy individual was actually a member of the family of the governor of Huaizhou? Not only did he break the spell, but he also issued a public document to capture the culprit. The petty person could only return to the village to hide, and to this day, the bounty is still posted on the official document of the Jingyao Office

Wang Xuanruo appeared to be deep in thought, closely following behind.

Among us, five highly skilled individuals from the Xumi Sect and four great virtuous ones have jointly emerged from seclusion, destroying ten demon lairs and three heretical cults overnight. However, it is regrettable that the mastermind behind it all has already fled far away

Li Shouxin let out a long laugh, waved his large sleeves, and walked out.

Wang Xuan seemed to see a bright object flash and disappear at the center of the shadowy valley.

This old man, surnamed Bai and named Sanxi, is the master stonemason of Shiwa Village. In his youth, he was involved in the underworld, and after returning to the village, he led the villagers in quarrying stone, producing tiles, and making bricks. He also frequently took on large projects, which gradually made the village prosperous, making him quite a notable figure

The one who is capable remains unperturbed even when Mount Tai collapses; having cultivated the way of arms, he possesses a certain composure, yet his attitude cannot go unexpressed

What is there to fear!

Wang Xuan felt a sudden darkness and a refreshing chill in his eyes. When he opened them again, an unprecedentedly magnificent scene immediately appeared:

First, it is owed

Wang Xuan was preparing to return when suddenly he felt a stir in his heart

The Emperor of Humanity established the Divine Sealing Technique, using royal bloodlines to stabilize the dragon veins, constructing the Divine Sealing Platform, and subsequently sealing the deities, city gods, and land gods. This technique suppresses the locations where the vital energy converges, ensuring the tranquility of the earth's energy, preventing the emergence of evil spirits, and allowing the land to be cultivated

Li Shouxin's expression remained calm: "Commander Wang, do not take offense, I merely wish to show you some things."

Wang Xuan was speechless, thinking it was some major issue

He inquired with Guo Luquan that "Jin Yan Ge" is a mysterious organization in the martial world that sells information, and it is known alongside the "Si Hai Men," where couriers gather, and the "Hong Deng Fang," a secret society of courtesans, as the three absolute entities, specializing in the trade of intelligence

This old man is not a good person

It turns out to be migrant workers seeking to collect debts

All around, the mountains and forests are dense, with flickering lights and ethereal charm drifting about, resembling fireflies dancing in the sky, among which some dark red aura flashes and vanishes...

But what if, by casually using the spirit-seeking talisman, one only encounters small beings that have just begun to develop their intelligence

So fast

Hahaha, it is no longer a secret...

Half an hour later, the two had arrived at the top of a sheer cliff. They saw that the surrounding mountains were encircling a vast basin, with Yong'an County located directly above, where faint lights could be seen flickering in the darkness

The energy of the Central Plains rises from the Tian Du Long Shou Mountain, spreading along the Nine Dragon Ridge, dividing into hundreds of dragon veins across the world, with countless tributaries.

Wang Xuan was taken aback, "Daoist, why has it disappeared? Please burn another one for me to see."

Through the wild forest, countless birds are startled into flight, and will-o'-the-wisps are hidden among the stones

Wang Xuan opened the door and was taken aback to see the leading old man from Shiwa Village.

Li Shouxin took a deep breath and pointed to the north

To meet the demands of adults, one must find objects that harbor malevolent energy, such as bricks from a century-old zombie tomb, or the blood-stained garments of a vengeful spirit in red

The personification states, "The swallow flies in, yet no one sees; gold can buy knowledge of all things"

Bai Sanxi still bowed his head and clasped his hands: "Replying to the esteemed one, I, a humble person, learned some unconventional techniques of ghost suppression and exorcism from a master in my youth. Once, while working in Huaizhou, the other party withheld my wages, and in my anger, I placed a ghostly burial brick in the beam."

The northern mountain pass is indeed too far away. Now that the military government is beginning to revitalize, it is bound to be busy with various matters. If the leader is not present every night, it could lead to trouble in case of any issues.

Wang Xuan's expression gradually turned cold: "Daoist Li, I have no desire to know such a dangerous secret as the Fengshen Technique."

Although Li Shouxin does not know the method of the Five Thunders, he is capable of creating talismans of the Five Elements. It is evident that his identity is not simple, and it is unclear why he has come to this remote place of Yong'an to serve as a temple keeper

Wang Xuan's lips curled slightly: "For cultivation, the more ferocious, the better"

Having said that, he smiled in a manner that was neither fully a smile nor a frown and said: "Commander Wang, knowing about this matter, do you still dare to claim that you will protect this region? After all, with the presence of the Jingyao Division, preserving one's life in chaotic times is the true way to avoid disaster..."

Wang Xuan felt somewhat embarrassed: "Oh, I was being presumptuous, Daoist. What was it that I just witnessed?"

He originally planned to enter the mountains to search for monsters, in order to cover the expenses of the initial training

Upon reaching the wilderness, Li Shouxin's speed increased once again

Wang Xuantong's pupils constricted, closely following thereafter

Upon closer inspection, the situation before me instantly returned to normal

Li Shouxin smiled slightly: "The art of talisman making requires special talisman paper, and the brush and ink are not ordinary items. When creating a talisman, one must calm the mind and burn incense. The brush, ink, and talisman paper must be consecrated, and each type of talisman requires a specific time for its creation. One can produce ten talismans in a month..."

Wang Xuan's expression was slightly cold: "Is Daoist Li testing me?"

Adult, it is I, the old man...

Approximately thirty years ago

Upon returning to the government office, Wang Xuan could not help but voice his grievances

Oh ... ...

Li Shouxin did not leave through the city gate, but instead approached the city wall, leaping and running along the eaves, soaring into the air, as if he had jumped into the bright moon of the night sky

Climbing the hilltop, I scared away several wild wolves, as the cold wind howled and receded into the distance

Who is outside

The art of overcoming that you have learned, can it be used to arrange a place of malevolence

Wang Xuan gritted his teeth and did not slow down a step, the sound of the wind whistling in his ears. Each time he exerted force, a fierce energy would explode, causing the dirt beneath his feet to splash.

Although Bai Sanxi's hair was completely white, his body remained robust. Upon seeing Wang Xuan emerge, he deeply bowed and clasped his hands, saying: "My lord, there is a matter I must bring to your attention, lest you hold it against me in the future"

Have there been any deaths

This old man being able to connect with Jinyange is certainly not as simple as that of a contractor from a remote mountain village

As for doing business, Yong'an County is too remote. Those industries such as winemaking, incense making, and glass production, even if he could manage to do them, the truly valuable things in this world are those imbued with spirit and essence

Li Shouxin smiled with a sense of the vicissitudes of life: "The discovery of the demon's lair in Shiwa Village has revealed the map for breaking the seal of the gods, and the old Daoist hurried back to deliver the message, only to realize a calamity had occurred"

The entire area where the yellow qi converges is none other than Yong'an City. A faint spiritual light rises from the city god temple, enveloping the entire city. There are similar places among the surrounding mountains, but they are smaller in size

The Taiyi Sect worships the Supreme Pure and Subtle Dao Lord, excising certain Daoist techniques, and is particularly adept in the arts of the Five Elements and the Five Thunders

It is not that it cannot be afforded, but rather that it is not cost-effective

Unlike the experienced figures ahead, Wang Xuan relied solely on his formidable physical strength. With each step he took, it was as if he were an arrow released from a bow, the sound of breaking air and the thundering impact on the ground were loud and imposing. However, beneath this seemingly powerful display, he was actually lacking in comparison.

Li Shouxin's eyelids twitched, "Captain Wang, I have mentioned before that this layered building's divination talisman is very precious. The old Daoist only asked my master to make one last year."

After all that has been said, the old master means that you should make a purchase

Li Shouxin let out a cold snort: "The emperor is greatly enraged; two princes have already died in the capital, along with a minister and several officials"

When did this happen

Of course, it must be killed

Although Wang Xuan felt puzzled in his heart, his expression remained unchanged

At this point, Li Shouxin's laughter was filled with sarcasm: "The place where the secret of the divine art is hidden can only be accessed by those of royal blood. Who would have thought? This is not a natural disaster, but rather a man-made calamity. Someone has actually colluded with evil forces to ruin the fate of our human race!"

Bai Sanxi was taken aback, "My lord, the place of阴煞 is a place of evil; prolonged stay can drive a person to madness, and after death, one may transform into a vengeful spirit or a zombie. You..."

Having spoken, the yellow talisman in his hand suddenly illuminated, and he pointed it at the center of his brow

Just as Wang Xuan was pondering, suddenly his eyelids lifted

Thank you, my lord

Wang Xuan's expression turned cold: "It must be killed!"

On the moonlit night in the wilderness, two figures were moving increasingly faster, one in front of the other

Wang Xuan let out a grunt, showing no signs of lagging behind. He suddenly leaped into the air, then grabbed and broke a brick from the city wall, using the force to propel himself over the wall.

As one gazes across the vast land, it seems that streams of mysterious yellow energy surge and churn between the mountains, gathering and dispersing unpredictably, akin to rivers and seas that sometimes converge and sometimes separate

Instead, the master was almost beaten to death

Of course, he has other means and has already entrusted Magistrate Li to assign the matter of the wild evil spirits to the military government, thereby intercepting the duties of the Demon Suppression Department

To speak frankly, the incidents are not limited to Yong'an; there are several places across the country, even in the southern Jin region, where malevolent forces are disrupting the earth's veins

As soon as he exited the City God Temple, Li Shouxin suddenly accelerated, his toes barely touching the ground as his figure shot out, agile and ethereal, almost like a ghost.

I am aware that if you can endure the training, the Jingyao Division will not come to take you away

Li Shouxin not only agreed to buy and sell talismans, but also provided him with a list: three taels of silver for a demon-seeking talisman, five taels of silver for a golden light demon-restraining talisman, five taels of silver for a Taiyi spirit-restraining talisman, as well as various talismans of the five elements

This matter will soon spread throughout the world, and those reclusive old demons and the old ghosts in the caves will surely take action upon hearing the news. The unorthodox sects in the martial world are likely to be restless as well. This world is bound to be in chaos for a while

The object of malevolent energy and accumulation

Li Shouxin shook his head slightly: "The art of sealing gods is far from simple; otherwise, why would there only be Bei Yan and Nan Jin in this world? However, the residual poison is boundless."

Wait, what is that thing