Chapter Seven, Guardian Deities and Generals

Lu Yu and a few others have understood that the two children actually serve the same purpose as the previous pigs, cattle, and sheep

The incense offering is divided into three tiers. The first tier features a large bronze incense burner, which is already filled with offerings of incense. The second tier is adorned with offerings of pork, lamb, and beef, while the highest tier is occupied by two children sitting upright.

The giant python, in a fit of rage, coiled its massive body, creating waves that swept through the ground, sending sand and gravel swirling into the air. What were once tiny grains of sand had now transformed into the most terrifying projectiles in the world, forcing the siblings to desperately evade the onslaught.

Several young warriors lifted the pigs, sheep, and cattle offered to them and threw them into the river. After a while, a whirlpool suddenly appeared on the originally calm surface of the river, from which a black hole emerged, sucking all the pigs, cattle, and sheep down into it

As expected, the giant python gradually fell silent, completely lying motionless on the ground, having already lost its breath

The expression of the shaman did not change at all due to the words of the woman, but she kept urging the young men in front of her: "Hurry up and offer the sacrifices to the River God, otherwise the River God will become angry and flood your village!"

I must see what kind of monster dares to consume innocent boys and girls under the bright heavens. With the esteemed figure of Lu Yu supporting him, He Yingchao naturally felt no fear of the witch, and he picked up a large piece of blue stone from the side and threw it forcefully into the whirlpool.

Capture this monster!" Lu Yu said

Even He Yingchao and his sister did not dare to get too close to the battlefield, and could only hurriedly protect the two young children while quickly retreating to a distance

He twisted and turned, not only easily evading the giant python's attacks but also managing to counterattack a few times. Unfortunately, the giant python seemed to be made of steel; when struck, it produced a sound akin to metal clashing, yet it was completely unaffected.

In the days that followed, several individuals traveled together, and as time passed, they became familiar with one another. Lu Yu discovered that the brother and sister were indeed individuals of chivalrous spirit and righteous heart. The sister was innocent and adorable, while the brother was composed and dignified, making their interactions very pleasant.

Three individuals arrived at the front of a village. Having traveled through desolate wilderness for some time, they felt a deep sense of familiarity upon seeing the signs of human habitation.

Lu Yu then understood that the village was to worship the River God, but he still could not comprehend what the child was meant for, so he could only watch patiently.

A boy and a girl, both small children with fair and tender appearances, are currently enjoying fruits with great delight.

The light spots entered the body of the guardian deity, and the balance between the two figures, which was originally evenly matched, instantly shifted.

With just a single sound of agreement, the guardian deity had already reached out with one hand towards the giant python

"There really is a river god!" He Yinglian said in astonishment as she looked at the suddenly appearing whirlpool

Lu Yu also took this opportunity to learn some swordsmanship from the two siblings. Although he had a flying sword by his side and a guardian spirit following him, he lacked experience in close combat. Overall, Lu Yu is currently a competent ranged mage but possesses no melee capabilities whatsoever

One is a demon beast that has attained a spiritual form, with a body as hard as steel. The other is a guardian deity, possessing immense strength. This battle is akin to a collision between Mars and Earth

Just when several people were puzzled and confused, an old woman with a weasel-like appearance suddenly appeared among the crowd, and seeing the respect that the surrounding people showed her, it was likely that she was the village shaman

The golden light gradually diminished, revealing a majestic divine general. Clad in golden armor with a resolute expression, he was surrounded by emerald green ribbons, presenting an impressive sight. The villagers around, upon witnessing this, all knelt on the ground, proclaiming the arrival of a celestial being.

What puzzled them was that along the way, the waters were calm and there were no longer any pursuers; instead, the journey was quite pleasant, filled with scenic views and leisurely activities.

However, it seems that there is a large event taking place in this village at the moment, as people have gathered by a large river at the entrance of the village, where an altar has already been set up.

At first, the giant python struggled, but after a short while, the intensity of its resistance began to wane, and it was evident that its life was drawing to a close

As soon as this idea was proposed, it captured He Yinglian's interest, and in the past few days, whenever she had time, she would earnestly instruct Lu Yu, imparting martial arts skills, thoroughly indulging in the pleasure of being a mentor.

A deafening roar emerged from the vortex, and soon a massive serpent's head stretched out from within. Its lantern-like eyes scanned the surroundings, and its fierce gaze swept over the crowd one by one, quickly settling on Lu Yu and his companions, for all others had already become anxious and fearful.

He Yingchao's martial arts are not considered low in the martial world; ordinary attacks are not difficult for a practitioner like him to evade. Moreover, he has realized that although this giant python is terrifying, it is not insurmountable, and dealing with it is much easier than facing those unpredictable and bizarre techniques.

How could the giant python simply surrender? With its gaping maw, it aimed to swallow the guardian deity whole

Moreover, since his methods are not sustainable, it becomes extremely necessary to learn some martial arts and swordsmanship.

However, there was not the slightest trace of joy on the faces of the villagers for the deities they worshipped; instead, each one wore a solemn expression, and a few young people even displayed a grimace of gritted teeth

"My poor child, he is only six years old!" A piercing voice emerged from the crowd, and Lu Yu then saw a woman gazing tearfully at the child on the incense table. The people around her supported the woman, looking at the whirlpool on the river with gritted teeth but dared not say anything.

Lu Yu looked at the guardian deity who was bowing to him with surprise. He did not expect that his guardian deity had already developed a slight sense of consciousness. He speculated that this was likely related to the quality of the demon soul.

Lu Yu and several others looked at the scene before them, filled with much confusion

A beam of golden light descended from the sky, instantly shielding the swirling sand and stones from the golden glow, allowing the exhausted siblings to catch their breath.

He Yingchao's words instantly caught the attention of the shaman, who exclaimed in exasperation: "Aren't you afraid of angering the River God? Hurry up and drive these ignorant outsiders away." Due to her excessive agitation, the feathers on her head trembled at a remarkably fast rate, resembling a combative rooster.

The two siblings also learned some details about cultivation from Lu Yu, feeling as if a novel world had appeared before them, a world they had never seen before

The guardian deity grasped the serpent's head and suddenly exerted great force, throwing it to the ground, causing the earth to rumble.

At that moment, a sudden opening appeared in the overcast sky, and brilliant sunlight descended upon the guardian deity, rendering the scene particularly solemn and dignified

Several people have witnessed the worship of deities, yet they have never seen a child placed on the incense altar, nor do they understand what kind of custom this is

The shaman first bowed three times and knocked her head nine times before offering incense, and then began to dance in front of the incense altar. Of course, the dance was quite ungraceful, yet the shaman was fully immersed in it, making strange sounds as she danced, resembling a madwoman. However, none of the onlookers dared to laugh; they merely gazed solemnly at the scene before them

In fact, Lu Yu is also aware that all of this is due to the功劳 of his flying sword. The wooden flying sword inherently possesses the ability to nourish the body, and even more so, the material of his flying sword is extraordinary, thus enhancing its nourishing effect.

A massive wave of air swept through the surroundings, frightening the people nearby into fleeing in all directions, leaving no thought for watching the spectacle

Time gradually passed in their teaching. On this day, the weather was overcast, with thick black clouds covering the sky, creating a sense of oppression.

During this process, they discovered that Lu Yu's aptitude for martial arts seemed to be exceptional. Although his physique appeared frail, it was actually quite robust. Furthermore, the insights gained from the fusion of Lu Yu's two lives allowed him to learn with remarkable efficiency, leaving both individuals in awe of his talent

He Yinglian, upon witnessing this, also drew her sword to assist, and the precious blade struck the giant python, sending sparks flying.

The shamaness had heavy makeup on her face, wore a long robe in bright red, and had large rooster feathers inserted into her head. She looked somewhat comical, particularly reminiscent of the clowns seen in a previous life

At that moment, the ribbons surrounding the guardian deity suddenly emitted a green light, and the flowers, grasses, and trees around began to glow with a vibrant green hue, flying towards the guardian deity.

The giant python was left disoriented by a single swing, yet before it could regain its composure, the guardian deity had already mounted its back, delivering blows with a fist as massive as a mountain at a furious pace, causing the giant python to see stars.

Hmph! In this vast world, there are still people who use children as sacrifices. I see this is not a river god, but clearly a monster! He Yingchao, unable to tolerate such a situation, shouted out loudly.

The crowd, still in shock, witnessed an unforgettable scene: the river god, once invincible in their eyes, was being violently beaten to the ground by a celestial general who had descended to the mortal realm

Before long, the shaman was already drenched in sweat, and only then did she stop the mesmerizing dance. She shouted in a sharp voice: "Begin the sacrifice to the River God!"

The divine general gently saluted Lu Yu, saying: "Your Excellency." The voice was like a thunderous bell, instantly resonating throughout the entire village

After a short while, the dust settled, gradually revealing the situation inside. The giant python tightly coiled around the guardian deity, yet its head was firmly grasped in the deity's hand, leaving it only able to roar with its enormous mouth wide open

The giant python lunged towards Lu Yu and the others with its gaping maw, its massive body leaving deep imprints on the riverbank, its green scales glinting with a metallic sheen