The Age of Immortal Cultivation: I Have Mountains and Seas to Accompany Me

Chapter 105 A Small Clear Sky
Ye Muxue did not go home.

After meeting with Zhao Mengran and others, she first sent Ye Musong and his family on the train back to the capital, and then drove to Wangwu Mountain.

Wangwu Mountain is located in the northwest of Jiyuan City, HEN Province. It is connected to Zhongtiao Mountain in the west and Taihang Mountain in the east. It runs from northwest to southeast, steep in the north and gentle in the south. It is about 35 kilometers long from east to west and about 17 kilometers wide from north to south. It is named "because its mountain shape is like a king's house". It connects Jin and Ji, and its veins run through the capital. It is one of the nine famous mountains in ancient China and the first of the ten Taoist caves. It is known as "a small and clear sky".

Among them, Lingshan Peak is located at the southeast end of Chuizhan Peak, and is from the same vein as Chuizhan Peak. It is the third highest peak in Wangwu Mountain. Because the mountain is ethereal, it is named Lingshan.

The mountain rises from the ground, the round peak stands out, like a tower in the sky. There are cliffs on three sides, and only one ridge can be climbed up. Climbing to the middle of the mountain, you will enter the Lingshan Cave. After exiting the cave, climb another 100 meters to reach the top of the mountain. Looking from the top, there is the Temple of Heaven Peak in front and the Wudou Peak in the back, surrounded by mountains, which is extremely spectacular. The Hunyuan Hall is built on the peak to show that this is the place where the universe's Hunyuan Qi is located.

In the early morning, when the jungle was still filled with moisture, a family of two large and three small gazelles suddenly changed from lying to standing. With their wet eyes wide open, they stared at several cautious humans with curiosity and vigilance.

Qian Shaojun, who was a scout, and Cheng Tiehe, who was good at close combat, walked in front, while Ren Tianqi, who was wearing a Taoist robe, and the two soldiers responsible for protecting her walked behind... For convenience, the soldiers were in casual clothes, but they were armed to the teeth. In addition to guns, they also had grenades.

Because the team was attacked by a pack of wolves a few days ago. Although they repelled the wolves... and even killed three of them, wolves are particularly vengeful animals. Not to mention a pack, even if it's just one, if they don't kill it, they will chase you relentlessly.

Of course, the wolf pack they encountered was not large, only eight or nine wolves, but who knows if these wolves will call their friends... Wolves are quite evil animals.

So, this group of people walked all night. At the beginning, they could still hear the howling of wolves, but now... there is finally no sound. So these people are in a mess, and even their clothes are wet by the dew.

"Comrade Cheng, I can't do it anymore..."

Ren Tianqi, the only female in the team, really couldn't hold on any longer. Her clothes being soaked was easy to deal with. As a core disciple of Mount Longhu, if her cultivation was not good enough, she could at least use talismans to make up for it, but there was really no way she could make up for her physical strength.

Pills to restore strength?
Have.

But in this era, talismans might be easier to make, but even she has to be frugal with elixirs. After all, elixirs are made of medicinal materials and require labor, and both of these are quite difficult to make.

Ren Tianqi has been the focus of training since he was young and was recruited to the secret realm to receive the inheritance of a core disciple... To outsiders, this is certainly worthy of envy, but few people know that the secret realm is also extremely difficult.

The older generation or even several generations older are trying desperately to improve their cultivation and live a few more years. The new generation must work hard to improve their cultivation and learn skills, which all consume resources... The most important thing is that it is said that before the Grand Master closed the world of cultivation, he had fleeced the secret realm severely, which led to the current situation in the secret realm.

Two years ago, the government came to seek cooperation, but Longhu Mountain was not greatly impacted at that time because they also had a high position in the upper echelons. Since the first generation of Longhu Mountain Heavenly Master, they had always maintained a good relationship with the government, and some of them even served as officials... Zhang Lu in the late Eastern Han Dynasty was a lay disciple of Longhu Mountain.

Of course, the partner requires disciples from the secret realm, not those on the surface, so in the past two years, the Tianshi Sect has sent a few disciples to assist G'an in dealing with those supernatural events and try to minimize the impact.

This time, the government asked the Tianshi Sect to send people to find out about the secret realm, and the Tianshi Sect readily agreed... In fact, they also knew that this move would have consequences, but if it was the government's behavior, that would be another matter. Even if the original owner came back in the future, the government would naturally bear the responsibility, not to mention that with the size of the Tianshi Sect, they would not be afraid of others' anger. As for whether there is any benefit to the Tianshi Sect in this... Is there any need to say it?

Although traveling all night was not a big deal for the soldiers, considering that the physical condition of the female comrades could not be compared with that of the trained soldiers, Cheng Tiehe, as the team leader, still ordered them to rest on the spot.

"No, we can't rest in a place like this!"

Qian Shaojun, who used to be a hunter before joining the army, was shocked.

Qian Shaojun had rich hunting experience and knew the consequences of offending a wolf pack. Even if he could temporarily escape the wolf pack's revenge, it did not mean real safety, especially in the dense forest. Not only could these trees not serve as cover, but they would block his eyes and ears, making it easier for predators to attack.

"Comrade Ren, I know you've done a great job and have held on until this moment, but now is not the time to rest..."

Qian Shaojun explained the situation and everyone felt relieved. Ren Tianqi also knew that this was not right, so he had to drag his tired body and move forward.

Just like that, an hour later, they arrived at the foot of a mountain. Qian Shaojun took a look at the surroundings and said, "This is it. We can see any movement at a glance."

When Ren Tianqi heard this, he immediately sat down on the ground without any image... At least it was drier here and not so humid.

"Everyone rest where you are and stay alert!"

Cheng Tiehe looked around and felt very satisfied... Unless the wolves came out from underground or attacked from a distance, this place would really be a suitable place to rest temporarily.

Once people relax, they will inevitably indulge themselves. The five-man team was no exception. When they heard the howling of wolves in the jungle, their faces suddenly changed color.

"Wasn't it said that this place used to be a scenic area? How come there are so many wolves?" Soldier Wang Heng lay on the ground with a standard tactical move, pulled the bolt, and was ready to fire at any time.

"Get up! Retreat to the mountain."

Cheng Tiehe patted Wang Heng on the shoulder, then gave an order to another soldier: "Li Tie, you are responsible for protecting Comrade Ren and assisting her in climbing the mountain if necessary."

"Yes!" Li Tie answered loudly.

"No! I can get up there myself."

Ren Tianqi blushed slightly... How could she help? Whether it was carrying or supporting, wouldn't it be embarrassing for a young woman like her?

It makes sense for Cheng Tiehe to be the team leader. Lingshan Peak is surrounded by cliffs on three sides and there is only one way up the mountain. As long as they control the way up the mountain and don't give the wolves a chance to besiege them, with the amount of ammunition they carry and their marksmanship, they can slowly wear down the wolves to death.

Qian Shaojun was still in the lead, with Ren Tianqi, Wang Heng and Li Tie in the middle, and Cheng Tiehe at the rear.

After a rest, although everyone's condition had not fully recovered, they were able to move around without any hindrance. In particular, the terrain of Lingshan Peak gave them great confidence... As long as they climbed this mountain, those wolves would no longer be a threat to them.

In the jungle, the howling of wolves was getting closer and closer. Gradually, the figures of wolves flashed by the edge of the woods, but they did not chase them rashly. They obviously knew that this place was too empty and lacked hiding places.

Da da da……

Cheng Tiehe raised his gun and fired a burst of bullets at the wolves... Although the hit rate was acceptable, it obviously scared the wolves that were out wandering, and bought more time for the five-man team. They climbed up the mountain road until they reached halfway up the mountain. The wolves came out of the jungle one after another... There were more than fifty of them. It seems that the wolves' determination for revenge should not be underestimated.

The tactic of 'intimidation' is useless if used too much. Cheng Tiehe did not waste any more bullets. He had a vague feeling that there was a creature in the jungle observing their actions... It must be the wolf king. If it appeared, it would be the time for the wolf pack to attack.

"Ah~" A long and loud wolf howl sounded from the forest... As if receiving some instructions, the wild wolves that were originally patrolling at the edge of the jungle heard the howl and slowly approached the foot of the mountain as if they had received an attack order.

"That's the wolf king! The wolves have started to attack!" Ren Tianqi said in a trembling voice.

"Don't be afraid, as long as you are not besieged by wolves, there is nothing to be afraid of!"

Qian Shaojun explained: "Being attacked head-on by wolves is nothing to be afraid of, but if you surround them, the wolves can attack from any direction at any time, which will make the attacked panic... Especially for an inexperienced person like Comrade Ren, it is easy for them to fall into their trap."

These wolves move very fast, and even on mountain roads, they can walk as fast as on flat ground.

"You continue to go up the mountain!"

Cheng Tiehe, who was left behind, ordered the team to continue climbing the mountain while decisively pulling the trigger... Da da da da da!

The submachine gun flashed intermittently, and the two wolves in the front immediately fell to the ground. The wolves behind seemed to be stunned for a moment, and then scattered, causing Cheng Tie and the bullets fired from behind to be missed.

Hearing the intermittent gunfire from behind, Qian Shaojun and others couldn't help but quicken their pace. Qian Shaojun, who was walking in front, suddenly cheered. It turned out that a cave appeared in front of him... This was a good place. The defensive front was small, and the four of them could take care of it completely. There was no need to worry about being surrounded by wolves on the sides and behind.

"Wang Heng, Li Tie, go meet the captain. Comrade Ren, come with me into the cave to explore the way."

Since Cheng Tiehe was not there, Qian Shaojun was in charge, so everyone else obeyed his words.

Wang Heng and Li Tie squatted on the left and right sides of the mountain road with guns in hand, aiming their guns at the wolves going up the mountain: "Captain, go up the mountain immediately, we found a cave halfway up the mountain!"

Upon hearing this, Cheng Tiehe fired a burst of bullets without hesitation, then stood up and ran wildly towards the mountain... Unfortunately, a wolf was knocked down by this burst of bullets, and the wolves' steps suddenly stopped. But when they saw him turn around and run wildly, wolf howls were heard everywhere, and the wolves boldly chased after him again.

Cheng Tiehe didn't care at all and just kept running until he passed Wang Heng and Li Tie. He stopped panting and asked, "What... is going on?"

Then he also saw the cave.

"Qian Shaojun and Comrade Ren went to explore the cave."

As Li Tie spoke, he fired suddenly and knocked down a wolf. Then on the other side, Wang Heng's gunshots also rang out rhythmically. Several wolves in the front fell down wailing. This time the wolf pack did not retreat, but jumped closer and closer.

Qian Shaojun and Ren Tianqi entered the cave with flashlights. The reason why they fell into today's predicament was not unrelated to Ren Tianqi.

The main peak of Wangwu Mountain is Tiantan Peak, where there are many famous Taoist temples and scenic spots. There is a very famous sect of Taoism here - Lingxu Sword Sect.

They went to the Lingxu Sword Sect, where there were only five or six veteran Taoists. After investigating... they found that they couldn't even use fists or feet, let alone swords. They also didn't find anything related to cultivation.

Ren Tianqi said that according to the records of Mount Longhu, Lingxu Sword Sect was indeed a very famous sect of cultivation, and it did have a secret realm, but it was unlikely to be hidden in Tiantan Peak... The rest was not a mystery, as they had provoked a pack of wolves during the exploration and were now being hunted by them.

Suddenly, Qian Shaojun, who was walking in front, stopped. Ren Tianqi, who was behind him, couldn't stop in time and his face hit Qian Shaojun's solid back. He screamed in pain with tears in his eyes.

But she didn't have time to blame Qian Shaojun... In front of them, a woman wearing an old military uniform and about the same age as Ren Tianqi was sitting there. She looked like she had just finished eating. There was a bonfire that had just been extinguished on the ground, and there were still some food remnants.

"Who are you?" Qian Shaojun asked.

“I’m a herbalist.”

The woman looked at the two men warily, especially at Qian Shaojun's gun. "I don't have any money, but I have some medicinal herbs."

Qian Shaojun was stunned for a moment, then realized... this girl thought he was a thief.

He quickly put away his gun and said, "Don't get me wrong, we have encountered a pack of wolves. We are from... the forest ranger team, and we are patrolling the forest."

“From the ranger team?”

The woman was Ye Muxue. She also came to Wangwu Mountain to look for the secret place, but she didn't expect to meet this group of people... What kind of forest protection team can have special soldiers and cultivators of the second level of Qi Refining?
She probably knew what force sent these people.

After discovering the Honghuang Secret Realm, Wu Zhengjun talked to her and hoped that she could help find some more secret realms. Ye Muxue told Wu Zhengjun bluntly that there were indeed many secret realms, and some of them might be as good as the Honghuang Secret Realm, but she didn't know where these secret realms were exactly, or whether they still existed... In short, she declined.

Seeing their combination, it was obvious that Gan An and the Tianshi Sect were working together, so he had to move faster... Thinking of this, Ye Muxue stood up and walked out.

"Hey, there are wolves outside!" Ren Tianqi was kind enough to remind her.

"I will be careful."

Ye Muxue turned around and smiled, then walked out quickly. When Qian Shaojun and Ren Tianqi went out, they didn't see Ye Muxue.

"What about people?"

Qian Shaojun asked Cheng Tiehe and others.

"Who is it?" After resting for a while, Cheng Tiehe joined Wang Heng and Li Tie to stop the wolf pack. More than ten wolves had already fallen dead on the mountain road.

"We just met a herbalist in the cave. We didn't say a few words before she was about to come out, but when we chased her out, she disappeared." Qian Shaojun almost said that he had encountered a monster.

"Don't look for it anymore. Let's deal with these wolves first." Cheng Tiehe frowned.

It’s not that he didn’t trust Qian Shaojun, but he really didn’t have the time to deal with this matter now.