Jianzhong Mountain, Qian Chao and the other five are finally going there.
These days, they have been making a big circle around Jianzhong Mountain. After verifying the three heaven and earth cages identified by Qian Chao, Jianzhong Mountain became the most important destination of their trip.
Among the five people, Qian Chao and Li Jian had heard the name of Jianzhong Mountain a long time ago. At that time, Qian Chao was still on the second level of Qi refining, but he had already entered the inner hall of Chengqi Hall. Among the many Qi refining disciples in the sect, he had already gained some fame with his weapon refining skills. One day, a man named Song Yuan The monk brought a strange wooden stick to him for identification, saying that he got it from Jianzhong Mountain. Later, Song Yuan was surprised by the two sisters Fang Yang and Fang Han who came to ask Qian Chao to refine the armor. He left, but left the thing with Qian Chao. What happened later was that in order to find out what Song Yuan asked Qian Chao to identify, Tao Miao of Shuiyun Valley turned to Qian Chao in the Chengqi Hall. Chao used his charm skills and almost made Qian Chao fall in love. If Tang Ping's senior sister Ruoyu hadn't happened to go to Chengqi Hall, Qian Chao might have been unable to defend himself. After that, Qian Chao made a lot of efforts on the things left by Song Yuan, and finally found out that it was the sword slough left by the sword cultivator who was not aware of it before. (For the above plot, please see Volume Three: Ignorant Qi Refining, Chapters 85 to 89)
Later, after Song Yuan knew that the sword was useless, he threw it away. Tao Miao also kept it and left it with Qian Chao. The next day, Qian Chao took the sword to Li Jian and told the whole story. After telling him, Li Jian realized that the two green bamboo branches he had been using to play with the wild bees in the forest actually coincided with a sword cultivation method. From then on, Li Jian truly found his own sword cultivation path and stuck to it.
Jianzhong Mountain has high peaks and steep walls, reaching straight into the clouds. When viewed from a distance, it looks like a long sword thrust into the earth. This feeling is especially true when we get to the foot of the mountain. This is not entirely because of the steep and steep mountain shape of Jianzhong Mountain, but because Jianzhong Mountain as a whole has a solemn and solemn atmosphere. It is neither here nor there. It is rare to hear the chirping of apes and the chirping of birds, but the closer you get, the more you feel a thin and sharp sword sound in your ears. Open normally.
As the five people got closer and closer to Jianzhong Mountain, except for Li Jian, the other four people had a frightening feeling of being forced by sharp blades, which made several people become extra vigilant about Jianzhong Mountain.
Fairy Lengyue had been to Li Jian's Purple Bamboo Forest before this trip. When she was talking, she heard Li Jian talk about going to Jianzhong Mountain this time. At that time, Fairy Lengyue told the story about Jianzhong Mountain one by one. He told Li Jian in detail, which naturally included what happened to the Qingxiu and Ranchen factions in Muxiu Peak, and the reasons why the Ranchen faction disappeared later. Finally, Fairy Leng Yue told Li Jian that Jianzhong Mountain Because it is the place where the ancestors of the Ranchen Sect are buried. The hatred and sword energy of the ancestors of the Ranchen Sect during their lifetimes were entangled and lingering. They have always been entrenched in the Sword Tomb Mountain, so there are no other monsters there. Although it is a beast, there is a kind of monster that cannot be seen anywhere else. That thing is extremely powerful, but Li Jian does not have to worry. If he encounters that thing in Jianzhong Mountain, as long as he reveals his identity as a disciple of Mu Xiufeng, those Things will naturally disperse and no longer cause trouble for them.
At the foot of Jianzhong Mountain, Li Jian told his four companions what Fairy Lengyue told him, and finally said:
"Senior Lengyue said that as Brother Qian said in the Sword Tomb Mountain, there is indeed a place called the Sword Washing Pond, where there is rare spiritual spring water. However, the Sword Washing Pond is in the place where the ancestors of the Ranchen Sect were. It's a bit troublesome to enter the burial place. It's impossible to break in by force. Senior Leng Yue said that only Mu Xiufeng's sword cultivator can enter that place. Well, he didn't tell me how to do it specifically. He only said that it would be done when the time comes. You will know, so if we encounter any trouble in this Sword Tomb Mountain this time, I will solve it. Well, according to what Senior Lengyue said, we should be able to enter there, and at most we will have no danger."
Several people nodded.
There are two purposes for coming to this Jianzhong Mountain. First, Qian Chao naturally wants to find Wen Liang’s arrangement in this Jianzhong Mountain; secondly, he is looking for the sword-washing pool here, where Li Jian’s green bamboo spiritual sword needs to use the spiritual spring water there. In addition, Tang Ping also wanted to see the quality of the spiritual spring water in the sword-washing pool and whether it was suitable for her to brew spiritual wine.
After all, this Sword Tomb Mountain is the place where the ancestors of the Five Spirits Sect are buried. To show their respect, Qian Chao and the other five people stopped on their way to the Sword Washing Pond and walked there only with their footsteps.
"Only after listening to what Brother Li said, I realized that such a big thing happened in our sect before. Our own people fought against our own people, and many people died. Oh, this is really unimaginable." Lu Lu was walking as he walked. Pingchuan chatted.
"Yes, I was also very surprised when Senior Leng Yue said these things. I didn't expect that there was such a secret in Mu Xiufeng. Well, but now we can't say that the Ranchen Sect's methods have been completely cut off. Just take Leng Yue. As for Senior Yue, she has used the method of becoming possessed more than once against the enemy..."
"Oh, then...is Senior Leng Yue from the Qingxiu Sect or the Ranchen Sect?" Yanxuan asked.
"There is no such thing as the Ranchen Sect, and it was not her idea that Senior Leng Yue became a demon. During the fight, the battle was long and dangerous. When he was in danger, he could not restrain his murderous intention. Sword cultivator in that situation It is possible to become possessed by a demon. After becoming possessed, the madness will flourish and one's own potential will be fully released. The power of the sword cultivator will increase exponentially. Generally speaking, the sword cultivator who is possessed by the demon will remain sane within a short period of time. You can take advantage of this. Sometimes you can kill strong enemies, but if you still can't defeat your opponent after being possessed by the demon, and if you can't break out of the demonic realm in time, it will be dangerous. You may be completely lost in the demonic realm and lose your mind from then on. Become a monster who only knows how to kill. I know from Senior Leng Yue that at least the sword cultivators in Mu Xiufeng regard becoming a demon as a last resort and will not use it lightly unless they have to. Senior Leng Yue’s experience of becoming a demon before It was when she was seriously injured when fighting against the enemy and she was almost desperate that she turned defeat into a demon and won. But even so, she would stay in seclusion for a long time every time she became a demon to eliminate the influence of the demonic realm on her own mind."
"No wonder...no wonder Mu Xiufeng didn't choose his disciples based on their spiritual roots, but only on their character." Yanxuan said.
"That makes sense," Tang Ping suddenly said, "I asked why Senior Leng Yue rejected that Yun Xi directly when he saw him. He had no feelings at all. I think from Senior Leng Yue's perspective, he could It can be seen that Yunxi is not a determined person, and becoming a swordsman is not a good thing for her. I still remember the time when we were saving Shangjie, Brother Li had a fight with Yunxi, and the fight was extremely fierce. It was wonderful, and finally Brother Li took the initiative to stop it. Afterwards, Brother Li explained that Yunxi was so murderous at that time that she was almost possessed by a demon. Brother Li didn't want to push her too hard, so he took the initiative to take a step back. However, Li Brother, in a while it will be the 'Cheng Guan En Trial'. If Yun Xi challenges you on the stage, he will definitely fight to the death. It will not only affect your apprenticeship, but also the face of senior Leng Yue. I'm afraid that even if you want her to do it that time, she won't be able to give in, and then almost all the elders in the sect will go and watch."
Li Jian was stunned for a moment, then shook his head helplessly, knowing that he would have troubles that he could not avoid in the future, but it was useless to think about it. There were only a few months left for the Cheng Guan En Examination, and Yun Xi had been working very hard. Stop, he said helplessly:
"Let's talk about it then. That Miss Yun who has been cultivating behind closed doors during this period should have made great progress. She won't just..."
After hearing this, Lu Pingchuan gloated and said:
"Hehe, you can't say for sure. Hey, there is Brother Qian. Hehe, that white boy will definitely want to take revenge. There will really be fun to watch then, ha!"
Qian Chao listened but didn't care. From beginning to end, Bai Lin was not his opponent in his heart. He just smiled after hearing Lu Pingchuan's words.
On both sides of the mountain road, the trees were green and quiet, and the five people were talking as they moved forward.
During the chat, Lu Pingchuan suddenly said:
"Why do I always feel that the further I walk, the colder my back becomes. Hey, do I have some telepathic power like Brother Li? I always feel like someone is watching secretly. What about us and you?”
The same goes for the rest of Qian Chao, Tang Ping and Yan Xuan. They all felt that the further they moved forward, the more they looked like mice, being watched insidiously by countless long snakes, and the frightening feeling became more and more intense. The feeling became stronger and stronger, so they all looked at Li Jian.
It was also the first time for Li Jian to come to Jianzhong Mountain. He felt the same way at this time. After thinking about what Fairy Lengyue said, Li Jian said:
"We should be arriving soon. There should be a place called Jianmulin ahead. After passing it is Duanjian Cliff. The ancestors of the Ranchen Sect are buried there, and the Sword Washing Pond is also there. Well, what Senior Leng Yue said must be true. It’s true, come on, I’ll go ahead, it should be fine.”
The mountain road winds upwards. The place where the five people are at this time can be regarded as a good place with rich spiritual energy. However, in this place where the spiritual energy is stronger, the chilling atmosphere becomes more and more intense. ＼
In front of us is indeed a unique forest. It occupies a large area but does not have many trees. But each tree is a tree that hugs each other, tall and straight, with a cloud-like canopy. The tree trunks are straight up and down, round and majestic, and there is nothing under the canopy. There are no slanting branches. There are dense branches within the crown, but each branch is straight and smooth, like a sheathed sword! And every leaf on the branch trembling slightly in the wind has the cold glow of the sword tip dancing! In addition to trees, there are also clumps of bamboos in this forest. The bamboo body is tall and graceful, the bamboo joints are round and evenly connected up and down, and the bamboo branches and leaves are emerald green, but there is a hidden feeling among the greenery. The unobtrusive dignity is daunting.
Just looking at the dense canopy here, this place should be a dense forest with dense trees, but looking at the tree trunks under the branches and leaves, it is sparse and even a little empty. At a glance, you can see the stone wall and stone path on the opposite side from this side of the forest. , the strangeness of this forest is really rare in the world.
Just when the five of them bravely stepped onto the edge of the forest, suddenly endless sword intent and sword energy surged from the forest like a strong wind, followed by boundless murderous intent and hatred. Everyone's ears were filled with moans and groans, as if someone had pulled a peerless sword out of the sword's case in front of their ears. The sword's body was trembling and the sound was lingering like silver threads in their ears, and then it was boundless. The murderous intent was like ice-cold snow, and it rained down on his head. It made people tremble inside, and they no longer had the courage to lift up their steps and move forward.
At this time, the fear of the five people was completely different from when they faced the powerful monsters before. When facing the extremely powerful monsters, they could avoid or even escape even though they knew they were outmatched. However, at this time, the five people were like being trapped together. Frozen in a still river, they didn't dare to move except for the coldness all over their bodies. Their five faces had turned pale. Among the disciples who practiced Qi refining, the five of them were considered to be among the few who could Feel this feeling.
"This is it..." Li Jian said slowly, "Don't move, I'll go over."
Cold sweat trickled down Lu Pingchuan's forehead for the first time. At this moment, Lu Pingchuan felt like he was being pressed against his chest and back by countless sharp knives. If he made the slightest move, he would be pierced by thousands of swords. Tang Ping and Yan Xuan, on the other hand, looked pale and held each other's arms tightly.
"Brother Li..." Seeing Li Jian enter the forest, Qian Chao couldn't help but call out.
"Don't worry, I understand." Li Jian turned around and said.
Li Jian said that he understood, which meant that he understood what Qian Chao meant. Both Li Jian and Qian Chao could see the origins of the strange trees and bamboos in this sword wood forest. Every tree in this sword wood forest, Although they are all flourishing now, they once stood out in the hands of an alchemy sword cultivator!
This Sword Wood Forest is actually...a forest of living sword shedding!
