nownovels Chapter 130 Sailing Together
Chapter 130 Sailing Together
The warship's interior passageways were spacious, the cabins were well-organized, and the furnishings were simple. The Zhenwu Sect disciples they encountered along the way all cast respectful and friendly glances at them.
Li Jingyun, Lu Ming, and other seriously injured people were led into several adjacent quiet rooms.
The quiet room was specially arranged, with not only a simple formation to stabilize injuries, but also top-quality elixirs.
Soon, several jade bottles were brought over by the disciples in charge.
"These are our sect's secret Dragon Tiger Strengthening Bone Pill and Heart-Clearing and Evil-Dispelling Powder, which have miraculous effects on qi and blood deficiency and the restoration of cultivation."
The disciple respectfully replied, "The elder instructed that everyone should take as much as they need, and to inform us if there are any other requirements."
The pills were of extremely high quality, with a pleasant and refreshing aroma, clearly indicating that they were among the finest treasures from the Zhenwu Sect.
Chu Tianyi, Mo Yuan, and the others, whose injuries were relatively minor, were also arranged to stay in comfortable cabins, and medical personnel from the Zhenwu Sect came to assist with their recuperation.
During their conversation, they inevitably talked about the thrilling experiences they had just had on their respective battlefields, which added to their camaraderie.
With everything arranged, the warship emitted a deep roar, began to turn and accelerate, and headed towards the Zhenwu Mountains.
Outside the window, the cliffs had long since disappeared into the distance, leaving only a vast sea of clouds and the outlines of distant mountains.
In the quiet room, Lu Ming took the Dragon-Tiger Bone-Strengthening Pill. A torrent of heat instantly surged through his body, perfectly matching the strong physique he had cultivated through the Xuanwu True Skill. It rapidly nourished his damaged bones and internal organs, and engaged in a tug-of-war with the remaining Xuanbing Demonic Qi.
He silently circulated the Nine Revolutions Mystic Art to guide the medicinal power, while simultaneously using the five qi in his chest to nourish his meridians.
Although the injuries were severe, the foundation remained intact, and with the Zhenwu Sect's elixirs being effective, the recovery speed was faster than expected.
But deep in his mind, the scene of Ning Qingxue risking a falling out with her brother to save him would always resurface.
I wonder how Qingxue is doing now. Even if she is Ning Wuyai's daughter, she will probably be punished.
He sighed inwardly, suppressing his concern and worry.
Next door, Li Jingyun sat quietly, regulating his breathing. The gray-black finger hole on his shoulder resembled a black hole that devoured life, its power of annihilation exceptionally stubborn.
But his expression was calm, and there was a faint flow of Daoist energy around him, as if he were breathing in harmony with the heavens and earth. He was slowly purifying that deathly power with his own Daoist methods.
His recovery was not merely the healing of his injuries, but also a silent clash between his Daoist heart and the strange forces.
Inside the main cabin, Elders Lie Xiushan, Shen Yuan, and Wang Yuan sat facing each other with Chu Tianyi, Mo Yuan, and others, with fragrant tea steaming in front of them.
"Nephew Chu, Nephew Mo, how badly are Nephew Li injured?" Elder Wang Yuan asked with concern. "Chou Xiaochi's Annihilation Finger is no ordinary weapon."
Chu Tianyi's expression was solemn: "That Annihilation Finger is mixed with the evil energy of separation and hatred, which erodes vitality and the foundation of one's Dao, making it extremely difficult to eradicate."
"Senior Brother Li has temporarily suppressed it with a secret technique, but we need to return to the mountain as soon as possible to ask our master for help."
Lie Xiushan frowned deeply: "That old devil Qiu actually disregarded his status and attacked a junior!"
"But Li Jingyun truly lives up to his reputation as a prodigy of the Dao Academy. Even after taking that blow, he could still unleash such a stunning sword strike and leave behind such exquisite verses... Tsk tsk, I'm impressed."
He paused, then said, "Speaking of which, the Heavenly Palace's willingness to yield this time is unusually quick. Ning Wuyai didn't even show up from beginning to end. Could it be that he's afraid?"
Elder Shenyuan slowly shook his head: "Not necessarily. Although the battle on the front lines is fierce, with this number of people, it is definitely impossible for our side to completely break through Litian Cliff."
"Ning Wuyai is a shrewd and calculating man, and he is not one to fear battle. His sudden truce and the voluntary surrender of the Divine Cauldron must have a deeper reason."
Elder Wang Yuan pondered, "Perhaps it has something to do with the Palace Master of the Lihentian Palace? The headquarters of the Lihentian Palace might not be happy to see the Lihentian Hall and my Zhenwu Sect tear off their mask at this moment, especially..."
He didn't finish his sentence, but both Lie Xiushan and Shen Yuan understood its meaning. The fluctuations caused by the Martial Ancestor's illusory image in its early stages must have already caused ripples at the higher levels.
"Regardless," Lie Xiushan picked up his teacup and drank it all in one gulp, "the Divine Cauldron is now in our hands. This battle wasn't fought in vain!"
Your Taoist academy was a great help; without your stirring up trouble, this cauldron wouldn't have been so easy to obtain.
Chu Tianyi humbly replied, "Senior, you flatter us. We should also thank the Zhenwu Sect for their direct restraint, which allowed us to successfully rescue Junior Brother Lu."
The remainder of the voyage was spent healing and resting, and gradually deepening exchanges between the disciples of the two factions.
Once away from the battlefield, the young people quickly became acquainted.
The disciples of Zhenwu Sect admired the profound Taoist arts and extraordinary courage of the people in the Taoist academy, and they especially revered Li Jingyun.
The details of his solo battle against the four guardians and the blood-written inscription on the cliff have been repeatedly questioned and circulated, and some disciples have even silently memorized the poem.
The disciples of the Taoist temple were deeply impressed by the power of the Zhenwu Sect's battle formation and its indomitable fighting spirit.
Although the Taoist academy has always emphasized its disciples' martial arts training and physical tempering, it ultimately treats martial arts as an auxiliary to Taoist practices, and few people specialize in it.
A few days later, the view outside the window suddenly opened up.
A vast and boundless mountain range, like the backbone of heaven and earth, stretches across the land.
The majestic mountains and the sight of countless dragons paying homage create a magnificent spectacle that defies description.
The rich spiritual energy of heaven and earth condenses into colorful rays of light and milky white mist, swirling among the strange peaks and deep valleys.
Furthermore, powerful energy, seemingly breathing in harmony with the earth, rises faintly from the mountains, perfectly blending with the terrain and dragon veins of the entire mountain range!
Since Lu Ming delivered the Martial Ancestor's Token last time, the Zhenwu Mountain Range has become even more magnificent.
Everyone can perceive the changes, but few know why they occur.
The warship gradually slowed down, passing several precipitous peaks that pierced the clouds like celestial swords, and finally landed smoothly on a stone platform halfway up the main peak.
At the edge of the stone platform, several elders and a large number of Zhenwu Sect disciples were already lined up to welcome them.
Standing in the center of the stone platform was a middle-aged man with an extraordinary bearing and an imposing presence; he was none other than Gu Yingtian, the sect leader of the Zhenwu Sect.
The warship came to a stop, and the gangway descended.
The three elders of Liexiu Mountain stepped forward first and bowed to the sect leader, saying, "Sect Leader."
Gu Yingtian nodded slightly, but his gaze had already passed over them and landed on Li Jingyun, Lu Ming and others who were disembarking.
His gaze was calm and unwavering, lingering for a moment on Li Jingyun's shoulder before glancing at Lu Ming.
"You did a good job. Not only did you obtain the Divine Cauldron, but you also helped save the disciples of the Taoist Academy."
Gu Yingtian's voice carried a strange power, calming the minds of everyone who heard it. "You have all made great contributions this time. Thank you for your hard work."
Gu Yingtian turned to Lie Xiushan and said, "Take the young friends from the Dao Academy to Yangxin Pavilion and use the best medicine. I will arrange for someone to treat Old Demon Qiu's Nirvana."
"Yes, Sect Master," Lie Xiushan replied respectfully.
Gu Yingtian glanced at everyone one last time, nodded slightly, and then quietly disappeared from the spot.
"Young friends, please follow me." Lie Xiushan turned around, a hearty smile on his face. "Once we reach Zhenwu Mountain, we'll be home! Let's heal our injuries first, and we can talk about everything else later!"
Following the directions, the group embarked on the stone path leading to the mountaintop.