Chapter 10, The First Encounter with Ningxiang

Looking again at the people in the market, they unexpectedly retreated in unison to both sides of the road after the words were spoken. A broad avenue paved with bluestone appeared before my eyes

Illusion! My heart hesitated for a moment. Although my cultivation level is still at the second rank of metaphysics, my perception far exceeds that of ordinary people. Moreover, those who practice the Dao possess an even more resolute will.

With my hands intertwined, at the moment the incantation concluded, a glimmer of red light appeared at my fingertips

As soon as I finished speaking, the pedestrians around me suddenly came to a halt, all turning to look at me in unison

I nodded, clearly expressing my intention

The surrounding scenery suddenly transformed into the bamboo forest outside, and I found myself sitting on the ground of the bamboo forest. The backpack that was originally beside me had also vanished.

The so-called soul separation naturally refers to the soul. Even the living can become lost within it, and the spirits are merely remnants of the deceased souls, making this formation even more formidable

Everything around remained as it was before. However, the footsteps suddenly came to an abrupt halt

I cautiously began to attempt communication with the woman in white

This ghostly wall cannot confine me. Considering that you have not made any substantial attacks against me, I can allow you to leave and perform a rite of passage for you.

Do not bully your sister

I could not help but squint my eyes. The source of my predicament lay in the eyes of this woman. Having already fallen into the trap once, I became even more vigilant at this moment

The woman in white raised her head and looked at me again

However, I am not worried about whether I will be able to go out

At the entrance of the basement, Ningxiang stood at the edge of the formation, holding two little ghosts, looking at me with an unfriendly expression and asking.

The scene before me shifts once again

Turning around, I saw the little boy and girl standing beside me, holding the ghostly figure of a woman in white.

Just as I was observing the market, a little girl's tender voice suddenly rang out beside me

Well, this is my home. From today onwards, I am the master of this house. As for you, would you like me to help you with your transcendence, or would you prefer to leave this place

Nevertheless, at this moment, I still cannot discern the illusion of it all. Even the soil I reach out to grasp carries a unique scent of the land. Everything seems to be a tangible existence

This is an obsession that runs too deep! I sighed. "Well, judging by your attire, you must have been a ghost for several hundred years. The person you are waiting for has long since been reincarnated several times. Why bother? Tomorrow, I will prepare some items to help you and the two little ghosts with your transference, isn't it better to re-enter the cycle of reincarnation?"

I stand in the middle of the hall, yet I can only manage a bitter smile in my heart. This is my home! It is impossible to leave. If I were to go out, it would be with the female ghost and two little ghosts.

The fingers moved like a sword, and my feet swiftly followed suit. In almost an instant, I charged in front of the female ghost. I could see the point of red light at my fingertip about to touch the forehead of the ghost in white.

Stop! This shout has left me feeling flustered. I hurriedly intervened

The little rascal named Huzi had an even more ferocious gaze. While speaking, he actually opened his mouth and bit down on his own calf.

Ah! I instinctively took a step back, watching the woman in white with a wary gaze

Well, since you want to stay here, then stay. However, I will not leave either, as I am here to wait for someone. Once I have waited for the person I am expecting, I will naturally leave with Huzi and Niuniu

Sister, I want to eat candy

How about this, does the person you are waiting for have their birth date and time? I can help you find a ghost messenger to check.

The boy surprisingly nodded in agreement: "Sister, he is so foolish! He actually bumped his head against the bamboo."

Hmm! I still want to see him crash into the bamboo. The little girl and the little boy nodded vigorously.

The female ghost finally quieted down, furrowing her brows in thought for a moment, then shaking her head in confusion. Suddenly, she spoke again: "I am Ningxiang. I have not left this place since my death. Until three days ago, someone came here and told me to wait for a person named Ni Ge. He said he could help me"

A pleasant female voice came again, asking, "Aren't you leaving?"

At the end of the road, there lies a void of darkness

I am not willing to accept this, I am not willing to accept this! I am not willing to accept this!

The Exorcism Spell is one of the few offensive techniques of the Mountain Character Formula in the commoner's divine arts

I suddenly felt reassured. The illusion was half shattered.

The heavens and the earth are boundless, chaos opens the eye of heaven, divine punishment leans upon the heavens, the heavenly eye is like thunder, illuminating the eight extremes, the wicked are subdued, swift as the law's decree

My expression once again turned unpleasant. This is simply like time travel! However, even if it were time travel, there should be some sound, right? Such a fake scene is immediately recognizable as wrong. It seems that the female ghost's abilities are also limited.

I stood up and looked around. The surroundings fell into silence once again. Thick bamboo, about the width of a bowl, surrounded me. I could almost touch it with a step. Reaching out to touch it, the bamboo pole felt cold, emanating a chilling sensation.

At the moment of stepping into the darkness, the surroundings suddenly brightened. The living room was empty, yet the front door stood wide open. It was evident that the other party had issued an eviction order

The woman in white seemed to be speaking to herself, yet it also felt like an angry roar directed at me

The beautiful woman smiled gently at me, her eyes shimmering, and a strange glimmer suddenly flashed between her eyes

My brows furrowed even tighter. To be able to withstand my exorcism technique and calmly take away two little ghosts, this female ghost indeed possesses profound strength. However, it seems that she does not harbor any malicious intent. Otherwise, she would not need to endure my attack; she could have simply attacked me directly.

The sound of footsteps, patter patter, approached from a distance.

Hmm! A soft moan of pain escaped, and immediately after, the hand suddenly flipped over, grabbing the two little ghosts, and they vanished right before my eyes

This is not a place for you to be. Please leave! Almost everyone spoke to me in unison, yet the voice was a melodious female one

The night breeze is cool, rustling the bamboo leaves with a soft sound. The bamboo grove is shrouded in darkness, creating an exceptionally eerie atmosphere

I merely cast a glance and then proceeded directly towards the darkness

I certainly cannot stand by and watch as this little rascal bites me. My fingers suddenly flipped in the air as I half-squatted, and the red light at my fingertips directly pointed towards the boy's forehead

Puff! With a soft sound, my finger did not actually touch the little boy's forehead

In a bustling marketplace, pedestrians dressed in ancient attire stroll leisurely down the street. Vendors are diligently calling out to customers one by one. Yet, in this lively market, there is strangely not a single sound. It is so quiet that even the drop of a pin can be heard clearly

The so-called yin and yang, the daytime in the yang realm corresponds to the nighttime in the yin realm. Malevolent spirits harm people during the day not because they fear not the sunlight, but rather to avoid the disturbances of ghostly enforcers. This is akin to those who commit theft, as most choose to act under the cover of darkness and strong winds.

"Is it fun?" The woman in white affectionately stroked the little girl's hair, yet her gaze was cold as she looked at me

For instance, when experiencing sleep paralysis, one may feel a heaviness in the body despite the surroundings being completely empty. When encountering a ghost that grips the neck, one may find a fingerprint appearing on their neck.

Thinking of this, I pinched my fingers in a gesture of protection, my gaze vigilant as I looked around. The bustling silent market remained lively. However, it now appeared that the scene was beginning to take on a surreal quality

The footsteps grew closer and closer. Without hesitation, I recited the protective incantation from the Book of Cloth Garments. My hands formed the mudra, and I pointed to my energy sea, the Hundred Treasures, and the Heavenly Court.

A soft sound, like a gentle puff. The moment it touches the bamboo, it resembles the sound of something falling into water

The Temple of the Supreme Old Lord, where no ghost dares to intrude, exorcising evil and capturing spirits, protects my body in peace. With a clear and exquisite mind, the original spirit remains tranquil. The three souls are ever-present, and the mind remains bright, swiftly as the law commands

A chilling laughter suddenly echoed in the darkness

Ningxiang furrowed her brows slightly upon hearing my words. Meanwhile, the two little devils glared at me with hostility.

A hand as translucent as jade was raised in front. The red light at the fingertips had already penetrated this hand

Indeed! It really is a case of going in circles! It seems I am still in the living room.

However, such a grand undertaking is not something that an ordinary ghost can accomplish

A bamboo stalk stood directly in my path. Without the slightest hesitation, I took the final step forward

When bitten by a ghost, there will be no visible wounds on the surface of the body for a time; however, ulcerated sores will appear afterwards

A long, drawn-out sigh was heard

My expression has become more serious. This is likely the greatest crisis I have ever experienced

I know you are not an ordinary person, but this is not a place where living beings can reside. Are you sure you want to live here

I nodded slightly, it seems that this female ghost indeed has no intention of harming anyone. Just now, she must have been standing up for the two little ghosts.

I pinched my index finger, recited the Qingxin mantra, and gazed directly at the bamboo before me, charging forward.

Hehe! Hehe!

Demon! My heart couldn't help but skip a beat. Being bitten by a ghost is no trivial matter. Although ghosts lack a physical form and belong to an alternative existence, they can still inflict substantial harm

The woman in white cast a cold glance at me and then lowered her head to speak to the little girl, saying, "Huzi, does Niuniu still want to play for a while?"

Not fun! I displayed a helpless expression, pinching my fingers in a gesture of incantation, secretly channeling my spiritual energy

I originally had some doubts in my heart. I was carefully observing. A strange glimmer of light suddenly appeared right before my eyes

According to the nine-square layout, first move two steps to the left, then take one step forward, followed by three steps backward, and finally move three steps to the right

The bamboo flickered like a phantom several times. Meanwhile, my foot had already crossed the roots of the bamboo

Heaven and Earth are profound and yellow, all paths return to the origin. The three realms undergo tribulations, cultivating the golden body, the body radiates golden light, protecting me completely. Invisible to the eye and unheard by the ear. Urgently, as per the decree.

He picked up the backpack on the sofa, opened it, took out the copper coins, and quickly set up the Nine Yin Departed Soul Formation in the living room

Suddenly, my footsteps sank heavily. My fingertips also paused in mid-air. Looking down at my feet, I saw two little ghosts clinging to my calves, one on the left and the other on the right

The little girl nodded vigorously: "It's fun!"

You are a bad person

I can be certain that the darkness at the end of this road is the exit of this ghostly wall.

I see, let's just end this! My expression gradually turned cold. These three ghosts actually treat me as if I do not exist. It seems I am merely a toy.