The afterglow of the setting sun shone on a group of people and horses, dragging long shadows on the ground.
The mountain wind is biting, blowing the desolate grass all over the mountain, and fluttering catkins. Occasionally, a tit will fly by, adding a bit of desolation.
Everyone led their horses and carefully walked into the entrance of the Yellow Ox Road.
The vicissitudes of the ancient road appear to be uneven everywhere. It is obvious that it has been dilapidated by years of wind and rain.
There is a semicircular arch at the entrance, with many strange flowers growing on both sides, overgrown with weeds, and bursts of floral fragrance. There are some large and small rock pines growing on the cliff.
Lu Xiangnan walked at the front, leading the horse to step cautiously while observing the surrounding road conditions. After walking a few steps, he looked back at the people behind him and saw that everyone was very careful, for fear that one of his feet would be unstable, and everyone would be injured. The horse rolled down the cliff. Although my heart is pounding, I can only be brave and move forward carefully step by step.
In such a dangerous terrain, the horse did not show any panic, but quietly followed its owner slowly step by step.
Liu Ruyan and Luo Xiangxue looked at each other, then looked at Xu Feng, and asked: "Uncle Xu, the sun is setting, can we get down the mountain before dark?"
Xu Feng looked up at the sky. The sun was setting in the west, and the wisp of burning clouds on the horizon was particularly dazzling. He said quietly: "Look at the sky, it will be dark in three hours. We must seize the time and go down the mountain before dark." Then, with a trace of melancholy on his brow, he looked at Lu Xiangnan and said, "Master Lu, you are the only one who is most familiar with the terrain here, so why don't I bother you to lead the way?"
Lu Xiangnan turned back and said with a faint smile: "Brother Xu, don't worry, I will bring everyone down the mountain safely. I know the host Yichen from the temple at the foot of the mountain. Can you stay in the temple tonight? If not, we will Find a farmhouse to stay!" He was planning where to stay after going down the mountain.
Xu Feng cupped his fists toward Lu Xiangnan, nodded, and said, "It's all down to the heroes on the road! Everyone, please be careful where you step, and don't panic no matter what happens!"
Everyone looked at each other and nodded frequently. Everyone paid careful attention to the situation under their feet and their surroundings. They appeared cautious. In addition to the gravel scattered on the ground, they also had to be careful of falling rocks from the cliff. Every step they took was like walking on thin ice.
At this time, Lei Zhentian, who had been silent all this time, suddenly said: "The temple is a quiet place for Buddhism, how can we be allowed to come and disturb it? In my opinion, we should find a farmhouse to stay overnight?"
Lu Xiangnan said: "Let's see what happens then! As far as I know, there are more than a dozen families under this mountain, and they are all farmers who make a living by farming! It should not be difficult to talk."
Everyone was chatting in confusion while cautiously moving forward. The road ahead was not in good condition. Occasionally there were scattered gravels piled on the road. The group of people followed each other and moved forward slowly.
Lu Xiangnan and Xu Feng looked back from time to time to remind everyone to be more careful and not to make any mistakes. Once they fall, the consequences will be disastrous!
Everyone stared at the road ahead, trying not to look at the steep cliffs beside them. Luo Xiangxue had never walked through such a dangerous mountain road. She was frightened every step she took and did not dare to glance at the deep stream next to her. But walking behind Liu Ruyan and looking at his back, I felt much more at ease and no longer as scared as before.
Everyone walked and chatted, cheering each other up, as if this could distract their attention and reduce their inner fears.
Unconsciously, I walked for about half an hour, and when I looked back, I had already walked a long way.
The setting sun is like blood, reflecting the sky into a golden color. The sun sets under the Western Mountain and shoots out thousands of golden lights.
Along the Guabi Mountain Road, everyone finally came to the most dangerous Junjiao Mountain Pass. A huge depression appeared in front of them, like the bloody mouth of a python, just waiting to swallow all the prey.
Lu Xiangnan looked at the huge depression in front of him, and suddenly said: "This is the most dangerous place on the Yellow Ox Road, called the Boa Snake Mouth. When passing here, everyone should stay close to the cliff and do not look down the cliff. Everyone should be careful. , don’t have any accidents!”
Everyone nodded in agreement. Although they were secretly frightened, they were a little more alert. They concentrated their attention and did not dare to be careless.
At this point, the road that was not wide became even narrower, with a visual inspection of the width of only two feet. The cliff edge was bare and without any obstructions. The entrance to the road was an unfathomable cliff, as if it would fall if you were not careful.
As he walked, Xu Feng raised his eyes and looked at Liu Ruyan and Luo Xiangxue in front of him, and then at Lei Zhentian, who was recovering from a serious injury. He was really afraid that something would happen to them suddenly.
Xu Feng suddenly said: "Brother Lei, how do you feel? This place is extremely steep, do you feel any discomfort?" What he was most worried about was not Liu Ruyan and Luo Xiangxue, the two young people, but Lei Zhentian, who had just experienced a life and death disaster.
Lei Zhentian heard the sound, turned around and smiled at him, and said: "Xu Daxia, please rest assured that my injuries are no longer harmful, and I don't feel scared. But to be fair, this is indeed the most dangerous stretch of road I have ever walked!" He thought in his heart. I still can't help but feel a little worried, but I don't show it openly. After all, I am also a dignified man who travels all over the world. How can I show a timid appearance in front of everyone!
The mountain wind howled faster and faster, and in addition to the sound of wind, my ears were also filled with a strange sound, like a beast or a ghost. It makes people shudder when they hear it!
The sound was louder and softer, higher and lower, and seemed to come from under the cliff, but if you listened carefully, it seemed like it was on the top of the mountain.
Because of the howling mountain wind, the strange sound was somewhat obscured, making it difficult for people to hear it clearly!
Obviously, everyone had heard it, and everyone couldn't help but feel shocked. Xiangnan, who was walking in the front, finally stopped.
He suddenly became alert and listened attentively. He tilted his head and listened for a moment, but he didn't seem to be able to hear what the sound was! Everyone looked at him, frowned, and listened attentively. No one could hear what it was? Lu Xiangnan looked back at everyone and stretched out his hand to signal everyone not to be nervous. He raised his head and looked around, his eyes quickly searching for any possible situation.
But after looking up, down, left and right for a while, I didn't see anything, not even a mountain hare or pheasant. The strange sound still echoed in the mountains and fields, mixed with the sound of the wind, and even more blurry.
Everyone's hearts could not help but tighten. Everyone seemed to feel an ominous premonition, as if something weird and terrifying was about to happen!
Xu Feng couldn't help but ask: "Zhuangshi Lu, what kind of sound is this? Can you hear it?"
Lu Xiangnan slowly shook his head and said calmly: "I have never heard such a sound before, and I can't tell what it is! It's really strange. It doesn't sound like a tiger roaring or a wolf howling. It’s a bit like a human cry! Does it sound like it to you?”
Everyone looked at each other and stood on this cliff. They were all very nervous at first. But then they suddenly heard such a terrifying sound, which made them even more nervous and frightened. The hairs on their backs stood on end!
Luo Xiangxue looked at Liu Ruyan and said in surprise: "Brother Liu, what do you think this strange sound could be? It makes people's ears buzz, as if there is a big fly flying in the ears!" She said, While gently stroking the horse's mane, he was afraid that it would be frightened and go crazy.
Liu Ruyan was confused when she heard it, shook her head and said, "I can't hear it clearly either. The sound is far and near. I can't tell where it comes from? It's really weird!"
Luo Xiangxue looked around, her eyes wide with fear, and murmured: "Is there a ghost here? Is it coming from some lonely ghost?" She was obviously starting to feel scared, even her voice was shaking. Tremble.
Liu Ruyan rolled his eyes at her, pursed his lips and smiled: "Ghost? What does a ghost look like? I haven't seen it yet?" He looked at Luo Xiangxue and couldn't help but laugh, but in the end he didn't laugh out loud. After all, no one knows what is waiting for them ahead?
