Knife splashing

Chapter 293 Guishan Arena
"hiss--!"

Master Lu stroked the dense scales of the earth dragon skin, his eyes full of disbelief, "This thing is not simple."

Sharifei said proudly: "Of course, this thing was very fierce at the time and almost left us there."

"What do you know!"

Master Lu glared at him, "I have connections with many monster hunters, and I have seen countless exotic animal skins."

As he spoke, he ran his fingers over the fine scales, "This skin is like a crocodile or a snake, and has acquired the rhythm of a dragon. It is tightly fitted and has twists and turns as desired. If I am not mistaken, it must have been caused by eating some kind of divine treasure."

"Armor can be divided into soft armor and hard armor. You are traveling around the world, so hard armor is not suitable for you. It's just right for you to get some soft armor to protect your body. You can wear it close to your body so that outsiders can't see it..."

"well!"

Sharifei nodded quickly, "This is just right."

Li Yan beside him pondered, "Since it is soft armor, Senior Lu, can you help us make a few more sets that cover the whole body and allow for free movement?"

He has a Daluo Dharma body, and with the full body of Earth Dragon Armor, he can exert his maximum power and face a group of enemies alone without fear.

At this point, he quickly took out a pen and paper, and while describing, he explained: "The inner lining is made of earth dragon skin armor, and the key parts on the outside are polished with earth dragon bones..."

The pattern style is based on some special combat armors in the previous life.

Although the drawing was sloppily done, Master Lu could still see his intention at a glance and nodded, saying, "This armor is not suitable for charging into battle in the army, but it can be regarded as a great weapon for dealing with fighting in the martial arts world. With this earth dragon skin and bones, it is also simple."

Afterwards, Sharifei presented the method of refining a new type of firearm that he had copied from the "Thunder and Fire Sutra", and while asking for advice, he expressed his own ideas.

He already has a Duwei Sishen rifle.

But that thing is too eye-catching, it must be remodeled...

Watching the two discussing, Li Yan looked at Hu Ming and said in a deep voice, "Baotong Temple has already agreed. I guess we'll get the news soon. But I guess even if the King of Wuchang gives us face, he'll still ask for a high price."

"Money matters are easy to talk about."

Hu Ming's eyes were filled with joy. "As long as the prince is willing to sell it, the rest will be left to us. Thank you, Young Master Li, for your help."

Li Yan looked at Sha Lifei with some concern again, "Now Ezhou City is facing a hidden crisis..."

"Don't worry, Young Master Li."

Hu Ming knew what he wanted to say at a glance, and said meaningfully: "My Jinzhou Chamber of Commerce travels all over the world. Although we don't like to show off and believe in making money through harmony, it's not that easy for someone to come to our door..."

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The night is getting darker and the bright moon is hanging high.

Inside the Ezhou Chamber of Commerce compound, in the darkness, a nimble white shadow jumped left and right onto the roof. It was Lu San’s little white fox.

It was like an elf, cleaning its own hair in the moonlight, and then it lay on the beam and kowtowed to the bright moon.

"Tsk tsk, it's out again!"

From a distance, the guards of the Chamber of Commerce who were on night patrol saw this and were all amazed.

They were a little surprised at first, but the president's men had specifically ordered them not to cause trouble, and with the monks from the Law Enforcement Hall outside, naturally no one dared to approach.

In the courtyard, Lu San sat cross-legged, looking at the bright moon in the sky. His eyes seemed empty and he kept repeating complicated hand gestures.

In another room, Li Yan glanced through the window.

The person who gained the most from this trip to the three cities of Wuchang was undoubtedly Lu San. Not only did he obtain the complete inheritance, but even his spiritual beast, the little white fox, began his path of cultivation because of the divine sacrifice by the lake.

However, Lu San's practice is a bit strange.

To put it simply, this "Shan Hai Ling Ying Jing" is more like ancient witchcraft, which can communicate with wild beasts, spirits, ghosts and gods in the mountains and forests.

Li Yan also understood why witchcraft declined.

There is no other reason. This thing involves too much randomness and has extremely demanding qualifications. It is not like the current Xuanmen orthodox religion, which has a systematic route.

If you just want to learn how to summon spirits, it's very easy.

But advanced stuff like "Shan Hai Ling Ying Jing" cannot be done without the cooperation of qualifications.

Not to mention Master Lin, even Li Yan felt confused after taking a few glances. He seemed to understand a little, but he couldn't learn it.

But for Lu San, it was easy.

Sure enough, when practicing Xuanmen, one still has to follow the path that suits him best...

Thinking of this, Li Yan also got out of bed and walked to the center of the room. He stood in a tight horse stance, closed his eyes slightly, and as his fists and palms exchanged, the Yin and Yang thunders changed at the same time, and crackling electric light filled his whole body...

His martial arts skills have already taken shape.

Pi Gua, Hong Quan, Beidi Yin Lei Shou, Tianlei Jiangmo Hammer, the Yin and Yang thunder are integrated into the boxing techniques, combined with the powerful dark force, it is extremely powerful.

The Soul-Catching Rope magical power is indeed powerful.

But Li Yan has discovered that these kinds of powerful magical skills often have corresponding methods of avoidance and restraint, just like the soldiers are powerful, but there are also many means of defense.

If you want to improve your overall strength, you must have strong martial arts and combine them with magic to be invincible against the enemy.

As Li Yan practiced, lightning flashed and crackled all over his body, and his chest shook. He was actually practicing the Dayun Leiyin at the same time, sending lightning into his body, stimulating his fascia and bones.

Even the orthodox Dayun Leiyin only practices on rainy days, so how could one dare to introduce thunder into the body?

But Li Yan ignored it and continued to stimulate him.

After a while, he felt a tightness in his chest and vomited blood.

Sure enough, the flesh body could not withstand this force, not to mention the alternating impact of Yin Thunder and Yang Thunder. The fascia and internal organs in the body had been damaged.

Li Yan used the Daluo Dharma Body to repair it without hesitation.

Then, there were crackling sounds and flashes of lightning all over his body.

After several rounds of reciprocation, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes.

This method is indeed correct. I can clearly feel the strength in my body increasing, just like crossing a mountain and seeing a vast plain ahead.

If ordinary warriors saw this, they would definitely denounce it as evil.

But for him, it was just right.

At the same time, the Daluo Dharma body also became dilapidated.

Li Yan was not in a hurry. He took out the jade dinosaur egg from his bag and held it in his hand. Suddenly, a lot of vitality and spiritual charm poured into it, and the Daluo Dharma body was quickly repaired...

For the next two or three days, Li Yan stayed in the room the whole time. Except for eating, drinking and resting, he spent all his time practicing.

Finally, on the third night.

After Li Yan repaired the Daluo Dharma Body again, the spiritual charm of the jade dinosaur egg in his hand dissipated and it was completely transformed into a mortal object.

Although it is still rare, it is at most an ordinary treasure.

However, Li Yan didn't care.

In the darkness, he looked at his hands, made a gesture with his left hand, and slowly clenched his right fist.

Zizizi!
The lightning became even more fierce and violent, almost forming an arc, which kept entwining and jumping on the fist...

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The first day of May in the Jiachen year of Daxuan.

It is suitable for making an alliance, accepting marriage proposal, and offering sacrifices, but it is not suitable for consecration.

The sky was dim and dark.

The Yangtze River was surging with waves, and the deck was shaking up and down. Li Yan stood on the boat, and the cool breeze blew towards him, making his clothes flutter.

In the distance, Turtle and Snake Mountains stand by the river. Whether it is the Yellow Crane Tower or the Qingchuan Tower, the lanterns are bright all night and have not been extinguished yet.

Wang Daoxuan also walked out of the cabin, took out the compass in his hand, looked at it, and walked back and forth a few steps along the pointer.

No matter where you go, the pointer always jumps between the Yellow Crane Tower and the Qingchuan Tower, trembling slightly and swaying unsteadily.

"The layout of Yulan Mountain is indeed in these two mountains!" Wang Daoxuan stroked his beard thoughtfully and said, "The two mountains of Turtle and Snake have the appearance of Black Tortoise and Blue Dragon. They nourish water and contain trees. They may be able to suppress the White Tiger Evil."

As he said this, he looked at the rolling Yangtze River and could not help but praise, "Great! With the help of the dragon boat race during the day, it is like a long dragon crossing the river, which makes the energy of the Turtle and Snake Mountains flow through. At night, the Buddhists perform the ritual of releasing the flames, which can not only release the evil of the white tiger, but also help the wronged souls in the river to be liberated."

"If this is successful, not only will the disaster in Wuchang be resolved, but many evil spirits will also dissipate, and the river will be safe for decades."

"No wonder King Wuchang trusts Yu Lanshan. This man is really capable!"

Sharifei will follow Master Lu to refine magic weapons. He needs to make all preparations these days. On May 13, the birthday of Guandi, the holy monarch, when the "knife-sharpening rain" comes, all the magic weapons must be refined.

And Lu San wanted to practice and protect the Tian family at the same time, so he stayed in Wuchang. There were many masters in the Ezhou Chamber of Commerce, and with the monks of the Law Enforcement Hall, he was safe.

Therefore, only Wang Daoxuan accompanied Li Yan to the mountain to compete.

Guishan Mountain is not very high. At this moment, the red sun is rising. From afar, you can see many banners fluttering near Qingchuan Tower.

That's where the arena has been built.

When they reached the other side, they got off the boat and headed towards Guishan Mountain.

Sure enough, quite a few people have gathered here.

This martial arts competition was considered a major event in the Ezhou martial arts world. Even though the Wuchang Palace had sent soldiers to guard it, many people from the martial arts world still came, hoping to sneak in and watch the fun.

"Everyone, move away! No outsiders are allowed to approach!"

As soon as they reached the foot of the mountain, they heard a loud roar.

However, some gangsters took advantage of the large crowds and tried to sneak up the mountain through the dense forest, but they were discovered and chased out by the soldiers.

In the crowd, a nonchalant voice shouted, "I've been in the martial arts world for many years, and I've never seen a fight like this. Is it possible that the Ezhou martial arts community is afraid of being embarrassed?"

It sounds harsh, but it is true.

Discussing things behind closed doors is something that people do only for fear of losing face.

Every competition is lively when there are many people.

"That's right, that doesn't make sense!"

"Your Majesty is too stingy!"

Many people who live in the underworld walk the line between right and wrong, and breaking the law is common. How could they be willing to be blocked from the outside?

However, the guarding soldiers were all elite, so how could they be provoked by these words? Their eyes were cold, and they raised their spears and crossbows, as if they were ready to attack at the next moment.

Li Yan and Wang Daoxuan looked at each other and knew that there must be some arrangements on Guishan Mountain. Who knows if there are any evil spirits among these idle people.

They pushed through the crowd and came to the guards guarding the mountain gate, handing over their cards, "Excuse me, we want to go up the mountain."

Outside the mountain gate, there were not only soldiers guarding it, but also managers from the Ezhou Chamber of Commerce who were responsible for reception.

Seeing Li Yan, he immediately smiled warmly and said, "Young Master Li is here, please come in, many martial arts masters have already arrived."

"Thank you."

Li Yan clasped his fists slightly and went up the mountain with Wang Daoxuan.

There is dense vegetation and lush forests on Guishan Mountain. After turning a corner, the duo disappeared into the dense forest.

"Who is that?"

"Whose family is he from?"

"It seems to be Li Yan from Guanzhong."

"Guanzhong Li Yan... so young?!"

Suddenly, many people in the crowd were whispering.

I have always been well-informed about news in the underworld.

As soon as Li Yan arrived in Hanyang City, he was discovered by members of the Baijiao Gang, and was specifically warned not to provoke them.

Soon, some stories about him were circulated secretly.

Killing a gangster in the street during the Lantern Festival in Guanzhong was just a small matter. It was the fight against the Ghost Cult in Yichang and Dangyang that made him famous.

Of course, there were a few figures in the crowd who joined in the booing, but when they heard what Li Yan had done, their eyes became gloomy...

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Guishan Mountain is not very high. According to legend, when Dayu was controlling floods here, he encountered a water monster causing chaos. He was unable to defeat it for several years. Later, he got a magic turtle to subdue the monster and successfully controlled the floods.

Later, the turtle turned into a mountain, guarding the river, which is Turtle Mountain.

Although it is a legend, it also explains the terrain of Guishan.

There are also many scenic spots and historical sites on Guishan Mountain, the most famous of which are Yuwang Palace, Ewang Temple, Guanwang Temple, Madam Taohua Temple, and Lu Su's Tomb.

Some are well maintained and are visited by people all year round, while others are left with only ruins for future generations to pay tribute to.

Li Yan and the other person naturally had no intention of sightseeing. What attracted them more was the towering flags standing every hundred meters.

The flagpole is made of peach wood, and the flags are five colors: blue, red, yellow, white and black, distributed in different directions and appearing alternately.

There are three soldiers guarding each flagpole.

Wang Daoxuan was stunned when he saw it, and whispered: "I thought Yu Lanshan was going to use the Four Symbols to break the situation, but I didn't expect it to be the Five Elements."

Li Yan was puzzled, "What's the difference?"

Wang Daoxuan shook his head and said, "The Four Symbols broke the deadlock, and they confronted the evil behind the scenes. It depends on who has better means."

"The five elements are more likely to break the situation, but there is an extra central earth element. If nothing unexpected happens, that is the key and also the weakness."

"Yu Lanshan still feels a little guilty..."

Li Yan said in a deep voice: "There are many Feng Shui masters in Wuchang City, and Master Tonghai of Baotong Zen Temple is a master among them. They all agree, so there must be a reason for it."

"Maybe it's to reveal a flaw and trap the mastermind behind this."

"That's true." Wang Daoxuan also nodded in agreement.

The two of them talked as they walked, and soon arrived outside Qingchuan Pavilion.

Qingchuan Pavilion is located on Yugongji at the eastern foot of Guishan Mountain, facing the Han River to the north and the Yangtze River to the east. It does not cover a large area and has a stepped mountain path leading to it.

However, the arena was not inside Qingchuan Pavilion, but on an open space on the outer platform, where a high platform was built and there were more than a dozen tents.

Qingchuan Pavilion was also heavily guarded. With the naked eye, one could see smoke rising from inside, and it was obvious that a ritual was going on.

Li Yan and Wang Daoxuan understood what was going on and did not get close.

Next to the arena, a lot of people had also gathered. They were all powerful underworld figures in Ezhou. Almost all of the leaders seen at the Chamber of Commerce that day gathered here.

"Meet Mr. Li."

Before Li Yan approached, a young man came over quickly and said with a bow, "I am Luo Bai from Zhenwu Martial Arts School. Master, please come over and sit with me, Young Master Li."

Zhenwu Martial Arts School is naturally the secular power of Zhenwu Palace. To some extent, it has a good relationship with Li Yan.

Li Yan and the other man followed him into a tent under the arena.

Sure enough, Zhang Xiaoshan was sitting in the tent.

"I've met senior."

After all, he was a senior in the martial arts world, so Li Yan greeted him respectfully.

"Don't be too polite."

Zhang Xiaoshan waved his hand, his face very serious, "Boy, I don't like to ask for help, but how about doing me a favor this time?"

Li Yan was stunned, "Senior, please speak."

Zhang Xiaoshan's eyes flashed with ferocity, "When we get on the ring later, help me kill someone!"

(End of this chapter)