This is what an immortal should be like

Chapter 115: The Battle of the Innate Diagram

The mountain northeast of Wuling City is called Xianluo Mountain.

The veins of Xianluo Mountain actually extend to the vicinity of Wuling, and even extend to the location of the legendary Peach Blossom Spring.

Most of the mountains in Wuling are part of the same mountain range. However, in order to facilitate regional distinction, local people have long given many mountain names to the mountains, rivers and hills in the east, west, south and north based on terrain features such as water and marshes.

But strictly speaking, Xianluo Mountain in the northeast is located in the main center.

The road that Liu Hongyu and his four junior brothers and sisters were going to was the same road that Zhuang Lin and Lu Jing and others had taken, which was also the central area of Xianluo Mountain.

Although Zhuang Lin only briefly wrote a few words about what happened with Lu Jing and others after returning to the valley, the content was enough to arouse people's imagination, especially for the children in the school.

It roughly tells the story of four righteous men in the martial arts world. Seeing that their character was decent, they gave them some advice. At the same time, they also created the "虓犇涼月真經" on the way.

On the night when he created the "True Scripture of the Martial God", by chance he drew a "Pre-Heaven Diagram" on a stone wall.

According to Zhuang Lin, "The True Scripture of the Angry Birds Shaking the Mountain" contains martial arts, while "The Xiantian Diagram" is not only about martial arts, but also contains the Tao. It can be said that it is highly praised. He also specifically mentioned that if anyone goes out in the future, they can go and have a look if they have the chance.

The five of them moved forward quickly in the mountains, chatting as they walked without feeling too rushed.

"What do you think of Lu Jing and the other four?"

"A Jianghu knight should be a martial arts master, with a strong build and a sturdy build."

"That may not be the case. Maybe he is as handsome as a jade tree!"

"Sometimes I also think about traveling the world with my sword."

"Just keep on walking your path to immortality. Once you succeed, you can pretend to be a wandering warrior and roam the world with your sword!"

"Makes sense!"

Xiaowen and Gao Ran were the main speakers, as they had more common topics in this regard, while Li Hui and Wang Min'er occasionally interjected, clearly showing some interest as well.

But even when chatting, everyone still walked in the misty steps.

The so-called Smoke and Mist Step was created by Master Fu Tianqiu after he entered the immortal path and recovered from his leg disease. It was mainly based on his understanding of martial arts, but now it is considered to be both martial arts and Taoism, and martial artists can also practice it. If one has spiritual skills, one can see its full picture.

It's like stepping on the wind on the ground, or stepping on the mist and haze. The speed is completely different depending on the level of magic power used by each person.

For more than 30 years since he lost the ability to use his legs, this was the pace the old man dreamed of during countless days and nights.

After entering the path of immortality, Mr. Fu realized the method to make it a reality. Now, "Yanxia Bu" has been included in the Transmission Building. This contribution is something that Mr. Fu is proud of.

Theoretically, the Smoke and Haze Step has not yet reached its full potential. It should be able to integrate the changes of the five elements to make it a step further. Shrinking the Earth, Stepping on Waves, Walking on Flames, and Stepping on Wind should all be possible.
Several people hurried on their way on foot, and they also intended to practice the Smoke and Mist Step. If they could integrate into the changes first, they could also write something, which might be able to be put into the Transmission Tower.

Liu Hongyu naturally walked in the front, and also heard his junior brothers and sisters talking about the Jianghu people and their longing for traveling the world with swordsmen.

However, Liu Hongyu had no interest in these things. His life ambition had already been determined. To carry forward the immortal path, follow in his master's footsteps, and ascend together with him was his lifelong pursuit!

The so-called Jianghu game of traveling the world with a sword may be something you can experience, but it is ultimately just a short-lived process.

When the four people behind were chatting, they were naturally paying attention to Liu Hongyu. Xiaowen deliberately whispered something while talking.

"Big Brother is so cold!"

The others paused for a moment. Li Hui saw Xiaowen winking at her, and she understood what he meant and whispered something to the side.

"Alas, Big Brother, you have compassion for the gods and the people, but you also care about the way of immortality. I guess you are thinking about how to revitalize our way."

Gao Ran covered his mouth and laughed. They all came here during the time of the Delusion-Breaking Plan. Everyone in the valley knew Liu Hongyu's character and ideals. Everyone admired him, but sometimes it was fun to think about it.

What’s interesting is not Liu Hongyu, but my former self, because I was the one whose delusion was broken.

Only Wang Min'er, who was unaware of that past, was completely in awe and couldn't help but agree with Li Hui in a low voice.

"Big Brother's realm is indeed different from ours. Master should be very pleased."
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At this moment, deep in Xianluo Mountain, a group of people were arranging something.

There were nearly a hundred people in this group, most of them wearing tight clothes, and some of them were wearing armor that only covered their chests with a breastplate on top.

There were a few monks in the crowd, standing out among the large group.

Except for the monks, these people all had scripture-like symbols painted on their faces. They were numerous and carried various utensils and tools. They were preparing something on a flat area.

Some people put down the ropes and nets they were carrying and started connecting the ropes on top, while others put down some tools and started assembling.

From this angle, the valley in the far west allows the afterglow of the setting sun to shine on where everyone is. However, during the whole process, these people seemed to be tiptoeing and didn't say anything. Even if they really wanted to communicate, they mainly used gestures, or if that didn't work, they would just speak in a low voice.

If someone makes a big noise, they will be beaten immediately.

"Be careful, be gentle with your hands and feet. That thing is spiritual and is particularly sensitive to movement in the mountains."

The passing leader whispered again, and everyone moved more cautiously.

When everything was almost ready, the man in tight clothes who was leading the group approached a few monks who had been sitting there chanting.

"Master, everything is ready, but will this work? That thing is incredibly powerful. It's terrifying."

Several monks opened their eyes, and the old monk in the lead smiled.

"Don't be afraid, it's just a beast. Although it looks fierce, it's actually powerless. You've waited several times and only suffered injuries, but no one died. This shows how clumsy it is!"

"Yes, this time we have made thorough preparations. Under our Buddhist teachings, there is nothing to worry about. How could the treasure map left by the great monks in our temple be taken over by evil spirits?"

The man in tight clothes suddenly looked much more relaxed.

"It would be great if I could help the Master, but even if it's just a huge rock sticking out of the mountain wall, it must weigh at least several thousand, maybe even tens of thousands of pounds. How can we transport it?"

"It's none of your business, just do your job well!"

The man nodded, a hint of displeasure flashed in the depths of his eyes, but he remained polite and asked carefully again.

"This time we have invested a lot of money, and we have obtained a lot of prohibited items from the court. After the matter is completed."

"Buddha's mercy will naturally be rewarded. Okay, it's getting dark, get ready!" "Okay!"

The man said nothing more and hurried to notify the people below.

Soon, the group began to move again. Seven or eight people were holding a long bundle of ropes and nets at the same time, four or five people were carrying several crossbows, and there were even more people carrying two or three long spears, and some were carrying some sealed pottery jars.

Soon, those holding the rope net and carrying the crossbow began to move up the terrain, while others walked to the sides.
It gets dark very quickly in the mountains, mainly because the setting sun is blocked by some mountains and trees, so it already seems a little dim.

The destination of this group of people was exactly the stone wall where Zhuang Lin left the innate map.

Soon, they arrived at the area near the stone wall, but when they got close to the stone wall, the group of people that seemed to be so large just now was reduced to only a few monks and seven or eight people wearing normal weapons.

A dozen people were carrying some bags and walked slowly to the vicinity of the mountain wall like pedestrians on the road in the mountains.

"Hey, Master, this side is sheltered from the wind and flat, and it's getting dark. Shall we rest here tonight?"

The leading man had his face painted with scriptures and covered with a few strands of hair. He spoke loudly, appearing very deliberate, with a hint of nervousness in his voice.

Several monks have already walked towards the stone wall over there.

"Amitabha, what the donor said is absolutely right. Let's rest here!"

There were some burn marks on the ground in front of the stone wall, and it was obvious that this place had been chosen as a camping site by other travelers.

The seven or eight warriors were already looking nervous, but the monks ignored them and moved closer to the stone wall to look at the murals on it.

This painting is mainly composed of black. I don’t know what brush was used, but the color has penetrated deeply into the rock and become one with it.

The painting seems somewhat casual, yet there is real meaning in the casualness, especially the relationship between the blurred human figure in the center and the upper and lower sides, as if to reveal the mystery between heaven, earth and man.
After watching for a while, several monks felt dizzy.

The leader reacted quickly, calmed himself down, and then reached out and patted the monk next to him on the back, which made them wake up.

"A treasure, a treasure!"

"That crazy monk is right, it's really a treasure!"

"Hush, be patient. Once this matter is settled, transporting this huge stone back to the temple will be a great achievement!"

Several monks were talking in low voices, while several warriors outside had already prepared a bonfire. Although the glow of the flames dispelled the darkness and brought warmth, they were somewhat uneasy in their hearts.

"Master, are you really okay?"

"Don't be afraid, everyone. We are here to guide you. There is no need to fear any evil spirits!"

Several monks reluctantly turned their gazes away from the mural, wanting to look but not daring to look any longer. Then they walked away from the stone wall, went to the edge of the campfire, sat down in a row, and began to chant scriptures together in a low voice.

After about a quarter of an hour, an old monk turned around to look at several warriors sitting near the stone wall. The firelight made his old face, which was tilted to the side, look golden, but it looked a bit scary in the deep eye sockets.

"Donors, you may begin now!"

Upon hearing this, several warriors looked at each other, then stood up, gritted their teeth, picked up the weapons in their hands, and poked towards the edge of the huge rock outside the mural.

"Ding~" "Duh" "Dang"

The weapons collided with the rocks of the mountain, making a crisp sound, and some knives were embedded in the soil outside the boulders.

As the weapon moved the boulder, the ground nearby seemed to begin to vibrate, slightly at first, and then more and more obviously.

"Rumble, rumble."

Several monks who were chanting with their eyes closed remained motionless, but their eyelids were twitching violently.

"Don't stop, keep going!"

Hearing the sound, several warriors gritted their teeth and increased their strength and speed, as if they were trying to use those ridiculous knives to chisel the boulder out of the mountain.

"Rumble, rumble."

The vibration had caused the firewood around the campfire to scatter, and the faces of the people chiseling the stone wall were covered in sweat. That thing was coming, it was coming!
At this moment, an old monk suddenly opened his eyes.

"Right now, release—"

The old monk's voice was like a huge bell, and at this moment, on the small hill above the stone wall, there was a series of "bang" and "bang" sounds, and the crossbow shot out a series of crossbow arrows.
"Boom——"

The land in front of the mountain wall was suddenly lifted up, and a terrifying monster as big as a house stood up from the ground. The ground shook and rocks fell. It was so horrifying that even most of the monks stared with wide eyes. Only the old monk in the lead remained calm.

"Evil creature, today is the day you die!"

At this moment, a large net fell from the sky, instantly covering the huge mountain monster, and some filthy dark red blood splashed down from above.

"Woo ho."

The whistling sound shook the mountains and forests.——
In the distant mountains, Liu Hongyu suddenly stopped. Wang Miner, who was talking to someone, failed to stop and bumped into him.

When Liu Hongyu turned around, Wang Min'er's face flushed red. Fortunately, the senior brother didn't say anything to blame her.

"Pay attention, there's something wrong with the aura ahead. Sense it yourself, don't just treat it as a joke!"

"Yes!" "I understand, Big Brother!"

Even Mu Hongwen became serious at this moment. Normally, they had a good relationship and it was no problem for them to laugh and joke around, but it was a different story when something happened.

"Pay attention to restraining your breath. You all know how to store your energy, right? Well, it seems you haven't slacked off. Let's go!"

As Liu Hongyu was speaking, he noticed that the auras of his fellow junior brothers and sisters had all subsided, and they were almost insignificant to ordinary people.

After Zhuang Lin came back, he was very concerned about his breath, so he personally sorted out the method of storing his breath in advance. In fact, this little method is very simple, and it depends more on the state of mind of the person using it.

Afterwards, the five of them walked away again in the Smoke and Mist Steps, and their speed was even faster than before.

(End of this chapter)