In a simulated life scenario, how do you defy fate and change your destiny every time?

Dafeng Tribe.

Inside a stone house.

Lu Yuan sat cross-legged, quietly watching a suit of armor turn into a molten mithril under the scorching heat of the sun's true fire.

Then, with a flick of his wrist, he took out a Xuan Bone Heavy Shield and threw it into the ball of true solar fire.

The True Fire of the Sun is the ultimate fire, also known as the King of All Fires.

Its power is so great that it can burn anything, enough to destroy an entire world!
Although the Xuan Bone Heavy Shield is sturdy, how can it withstand the scorching heat of the Sun's True Fire?

It didn't take long.

The Xuan Bone Heavy Shield was also burned away by the True Fire of the Sun and fused together with the mithril.

"The reason why rare treasures are so powerful is because they are imprinted with Daoist runes inside."

"Although I am not at the Inscription Realm, I can still imprint the Five Elements runes onto this armor based on my understanding of the Five Elements Laws."

Lu Yuan's mind stirred slightly.

The molten iron, like dough, was immediately molded into the shape of a suit of armor.

Besides.

Lu Yuan was multitasking, simultaneously refining the armor and outlining numerous runes and patterns on its surface.

The whole process went smoothly and in one go.

Even a master weapon refiner would feel inferior upon seeing this!
It didn't take long.

These runes and patterns intertwine and build together, eventually forming an extremely complex pattern that can even draw upon the power of heaven and earth!
When the flame goes out, the molten iron cools down.

A brand-new dark gold battle armor appeared in front of Lu Yuan.

The armor was covered with runes, surging with golden light, and exuded a majestic and imposing aura; it was clearly no ordinary object.

"Let's call it the Mysterious Gold Armor."

Lu Yuan nodded, quite satisfied with this rare treasure.

Followed by.

He then used other rare treasures and materials obtained from Lin Zhi and Shi Hu to refine the ox-horn bow.

In addition, he also forged a hunting knife, a longsword, and two sets of inner armor.

Do it all.

Lu Yuan handed the longsword and inner armor to Feng Huai'an.

After all, he was going on this training trip and didn't know how long he would be gone.

With these two extraordinary treasures and the fire cultivation method left by Lu Yuan, Feng Huai'an could even put up a fight against Qi Refiners at the Inscription Realm.

"Chieftain, I plan to go out for a while."

Lu Yuan got straight to the point and stated his thoughts.

“A good man should have ambitions beyond his hometown. Dafeng Tribe is too small. Xiaoyuan, you should go out and see the world.”

Feng Huai'an nodded approvingly.

When he was young, he also went out to gain experience.

Only after witnessing the vastness and prosperity of the outside world can one truly understand the immensity of heaven and earth.

"The Great Wilderness is fraught with dangers and many unknown perils."

"When you are out and about, you must be extremely careful and never trust strangers."

Feng Huai'an gave him a concerned reminder, worried that Lu Yuan might be deceived by outsiders.

"Grandpa Chief, don't worry, I will act with caution."

Lu Yuan said helplessly.

With his experience and knowledge gained from countless reincarnations, even if he were to encounter someone with ill intentions, he wouldn't know who was deceiving whom.

“Xiao Yuan, you’ve always been steady in your work, so I won’t say anything more.”

"You don't need to worry about the tribe. I will take good care of your parents. You just need to come back safely."

Feng Huai'an smiled and took out another animal hide from his pocket.

"Although our Great Wilderness is scarce in resources, its area is frighteningly large. Many Qi cultivators may not be able to travel all over the Great Wilderness even if they spend their entire lives."

"Furthermore, the Great Wilderness is teeming with poisonous insects and ferocious beasts. If one does not know the route, it is easy to die in the Hundred Thousand Mountains."

"This is a map left by our ancestors; it might be of great use to you."

Lu Yuan took the animal hide, unfolded it, and took a look.

They discovered that the area was covered with drawings of the Ten Thousand Mountains, as well as numerous colorful and densely packed markings.

“These red-marked areas are extremely dangerous zones where one has a slim chance of survival; even Qi Refining cultivators at the Inscription Realm dare not set foot here.”

"Xiao Yuan, if you encounter this, you must avoid it in advance."

Feng Huai'an explained patiently.

"These green markers represent safe areas where people can spend the night or replenish supplies."

"As for the gray markings, they represent the territory of other tribes. Unless there's something important to discuss, it's best not to approach them rashly."

"Remember, if you accidentally get close to the black markings, run as far away as possible, because that represents a death trap!"

"Throughout history, no one has ever come out alive!"

Feng Huai'an spoke in a serious tone, emphasizing repeatedly.

"Grandpa Chief, don't worry, I won't risk my life."

Lu Yuan looked at the red and black markings all over the map, his expression also becoming somewhat solemn.

It seems that this wilderness is far more dangerous than he imagined.

Then, as if he had just thought of something, Feng Huai'an led out a sturdy horse from the stable.

The horse was well-proportioned, with strong, muscular muscles and a glossy coat.

Its entire body is covered in crimson fur, without a single other color.

When the breeze blows, its crimson mane dances in the wind like a burning flame!

"Xiao Yuan, I bought this fiery-maned horse at the market not long ago."

"This horse is a mutated ferocious beast with a trace of ancient beast blood in its body. It has amazing speed and can travel ten thousand miles a day, making it very suitable for transportation."

"However, the fiery-maned horse has a violent temper, and even I have not been able to tame it. You should still be careful."

As Feng Huai'an spoke, he reached out to touch the head of the fiery-maned horse.

But a hint of disdain flashed in the horse's eyes, and it immediately turned its head to the side, avoiding his hand.

Upon seeing this, Feng Huai'an couldn't help but let out a bitter smile.

The Great Wilderness is barren of resources, and warhorses are an extremely precious resource.

The entire Dafeng tribe only has five or six horses.

This magnificent horse was an exceptional steed; he had spent a full 500,000 catties of coarse grain to acquire it from someone else.

This explains why the two suns aligning in the sky previously led to a severe drought and a poor harvest.

Many tribes have starved to death, so where would they find extra food to feed their horses?

Otherwise, under normal circumstances, even a million kilograms of rice wouldn't be enough to buy a fine horse like this!

"It is indeed a fine horse."

Lu Yuan took the reins and mounted his horse.

But the wild horse suddenly raised its front legs, stood upright, neighed towards the sky, and then charged out of the village and ran wildly, trying to throw Lu Yuan off its back.

Although horseback riding looks easy, it is definitely not an easy thing for beginners.

Especially untamed mutated beasts like these, which have extremely violent personalities.

If a novice rider accidentally falls off a horse, he or she can easily suffer serious injury.

But this was nothing to Lu Yuan.

He did not use brute force to tame the wild horse.

Instead, he crouched low, gripped the reins with both hands, and squeezed his legs tightly around the horse's belly, letting the wild horse gallop freely.

The fiery horse ran faster and faster, its body temperature soaring rapidly, its blood burning as if it were on fire.

From a distance, it looks just like a raging fire running wildly!
The wind howled in Lu Yuan's ears, and the scenery around him gradually blurred as he rushed backward.

He seemed to fly, his speed reaching its limit. Half an hour later.

It wasn't until the fiery-maned horse had galloped at full speed for hundreds of miles that it finally became exhausted and stood there panting heavily.

Are you tired from running?

Lu Yuan dismounted and patted its head.

The fiery-maned horse snorted, stubbornly raising its head, still unwilling to admit defeat.

"From now on, follow me, and I guarantee you'll live a life of luxury."

With a slight thought, Lu Yuan conjured a wisp of true solar fire at his fingertips.

The Fierce Mane Horse is a mutated ferocious beast that is not only highly intelligent but also feeds on fire.

When it saw that flame, its wild and untamed eyes revealed a hint of longing.

However, after struggling for a moment...

It once again turned its head proudly to one side, unwilling to submit.

"Besides making sure you have enough to eat every day, I'll also find you a beautiful little mare."

This statement came out.

The fiery-maned horse immediately turned its head around.

It snorted and circled around Lu Yuan impatiently, as if urging him to keep his promise.

"Look how hungry the child is, no wonder he's so irritable."

Lu Yuan suddenly realized why it had such a violent temper.

"Don't worry, as long as you follow me, you'll have an endless supply of little mares to sleep with!"

Lu Yuan smiled faintly.

The fiery-maned horse looked at him with some suspicion, but its hostility lessened considerably, and it obediently let Lu Yuan sit on its back.

"Let's go back first, otherwise Grandpa Chief will worry."

Lu Yuan had barely finished speaking.

The fiery-maned horse then galloped back in the direction it had come from.

This time it worked extremely hard, covering hundreds of miles in less than half an hour.

"Xiao Yuan is indeed extraordinary; he tamed this wild horse in just one hour."

Feng Huai'an watched Lu Yuan return safely on his fiery steed and said with a hint of envy.

Moreover, the fiery-maned horse stayed close to Lu Yuan, appearing utterly loyal.

Even the warhorses that Feng Huai'an raised his whole life might not be able to achieve this level.

But only Lu Yuan knew that this simpleton wasn't protecting his master at all; he was clearly worried that Lu Yuan would break his promise and run away.

"Alright, you go to the stables and wait for a couple of days. I'll take you on a long trip then."

Lu Yuan said irritably.

Ke Lie Zong Ma walked to the side of the stable, but refused to go in, and kept looking at the empty manger with a resentful look in his eyes.

Lu Yuan then realized that the fiery-maned horse was indicating that it was time to feed it.

After all, it had traveled over a thousand miles back and forth, expending a lot of energy.

Ordinary fodder can at best keep it from starving, but it cannot meet its energy needs at all.

Upon seeing this, Lu Yuan immediately activated his Qi Refining Technique, condensing several millstone-sized flames.

The fiery horse was overjoyed. It immediately opened its mouth and inhaled the flames, swallowing them whole and enjoying the meal immensely.

This flame was formed from pure spiritual energy, and it also contained a trace of true solar fire.

For a spirited horse, this is an absolutely rare and excellent food source!
It devoured the flames with gusto, absorbing them completely.

Satisfied, he snorted and returned to the stable.

The next morning.

Lu Yuan packed his luggage, bid farewell to Feng Huai'an and the others, and prepared to officially go out for training.

When he reached the village entrance, he found that all the villagers had been waiting there for a long time.

Seven-year-old Feng Ling, Lu's parents with their faces full of reluctance, the white-haired Feng Huai'an, and the neighbors and clansmen who used to invite him to their home for meals when he was young all came.

All the men, women, children, and the elderly looked at Lu Yuan with deep gratitude and respect.

Although they knew nothing about the Stone Turtle tribe.

But everyone knows it.

It was because of Lu Yuan that they were able to live a good life with food and meat at every meal, and no longer had to suffer from hunger and poverty.

They didn't know how to repay Lu Yuan, so they could only keep it all firmly in their hearts!

"Xiao Yuan, you must take good care of yourself when you go out this time."

"This is the meat and dry rations your aunt prepared for you. You can eat some if you get hungry on the road."

"In the Great Wilderness, bartering is the norm. I have some loose silver here that I don't need. Keep it with you in case you need it."

"This is a jar of aged wine left over from your fifth uncle's wedding. It can help you refresh and relieve fatigue."

Everyone in the clan brought out their most precious possessions.

When Lu Yuan saw a burly man forcefully hand him a jar of wine, he felt a mixture of bitterness and gratitude.

Food was scarce in the Great Wilderness, but brewing wine required a large amount of grain.

Therefore, for many ordinary people...

They may never get to drink alcohol more than a few times in their entire lives.

With red eyes, Lu's mother walked up to Lu Yuan carrying several neatly folded silk clothes.

“My son, you’ve grown up so fast. Your mother has sewed you a few new clothes.”

"Make sure you eat and sleep well while you're away, and don't make yourself suffer."

Lu's mother kept giving him instructions, and looking at him, who was almost as tall as herself, she patted Lu Yuan's head with her rough hands with satisfaction.

Looking at the clothes in his mother's hand and the dense needle marks on her fingers, Lu Yuan felt a mix of emotions and a very unpleasant feeling.

In the Great Wilderness, people have always dressed in coarse clothes, as long as they are sturdy and durable.

But these clothes were all made of the finest silk.

Clearly, Lu's mother was worried that Lu Yuan would be looked down upon if he dressed shabbily, so she rushed to make these clothes overnight.

However, the textile technology in the Great Wilderness was backward.

Even though Lu's mother tried her best to make it exquisite, it still looked somewhat rough and couldn't compare to the fine clothes of the Great Court Kingdom.

"Mother, Father, please take care of yourselves too."

Lu Yuan said with great reluctance.

Then, as all the clansmen waved goodbye, they saw him off.

He mounted his horse and galloped off into the distance.

However, the usually fierce-tempered horse deliberately slowed down this time.

This would give Lu Yuan more time to say goodbye to his tribesmen.

After walking a distance, Lu Yuan looked back.

The small village where he had lived for five years gradually shrank and blurred, eventually becoming a tiny black dot and disappearing completely from sight.

"Let's go."

Lu Yuan sighed, calming all his emotions.

He received his orders.

The horse with its fiery mane, which had been walking leisurely, suddenly took off galloping wildly along the winding mountain road.

As they traversed mountains and valleys, preparing to cross the vast mountains.

Lu Yuancai finally understood why Feng Huai'an, who was always meticulous in his calculations, would be willing to spend 500,000 catties of coarse grain to buy this fiery horse.

Because the fiery-maned horse is indeed extraordinary.

Besides its incredible speed, it also has a keen sense of perception, allowing it to avoid many ferocious beasts from afar.

Moreover, it has lived deep in the mountains since childhood, and even the most treacherous and steep mountain paths are as smooth as flat ground under its feet! (End of this chapter)