Knife splashing

Chapter 323 The Rainstorm Stops
Broken limbs, broken wood, burnt tobacco...it was a mess.

The ground seemed to have been plowed, with potholes and uneven surfaces, filled with mud and water, and even the tomb of a barbarian king had collapsed.

The clay pot used for human sacrifice had been shattered by a shell, with blood and body parts all over the ground. Even the soldiers in the garrison felt retching and uncomfortable when they saw this scene.

Several old monks stood in front of the Barbarian King's tomb, turning a blind eye to the tragic scene around them and just staring at the thief's hole.

Soon, a monk came out covered in mud. He didn't even bother to clean himself up. He put his hands together and said, "Reporting to the elder, he has already escaped."

When the old monks heard this, their faces suddenly turned ugly.

Zen Master Tongxuan was also among them. Upon hearing this, he frowned and said solemnly, "I'm afraid we've been fooled. The White Tiger Evil is only one of the problems. The corpse fairy inside may also be a problem..."

"Catch one alive!"

In the distance, someone from the Duwei Division shouted loudly, and then dragged a man covered in mud out from the pile of earth.

"Ah! Ah!"

The man was none other than the Jiangxia Miao man from before. He was screaming and struggling madly, his face full of fear, as if he had seen a ghost.

Zen Master Tongxuan frowned, changed the Dharma seal in his hands, and chanted: "Om!"

This is the six-syllable mantra. "Om" means the wisdom light of equality and represents the heart of Buddha. Chanting the mantra can awaken the pure original mind.

When the spell was uttered, it sounded like the ringing of a bell.

The man who was frightened crazy seemed to be struck by lightning. He stood there in a daze. Then his eyes gradually regained some spirit, but the fear on his face remained.

The people from the Duwei Division hurried forward to interrogate them.

"who are you?"

"Jiang Xia Man Protector... Li Hai..."

"What do you see?"

"Zombies, zombies, the people of Tusi City, and Elder Gelai, let the hairless zombies eat people..."

"What does a hairless zombie look like?"

"It's so shiny and white that it's scary..."

"How do you live?"

"The artillery came and I was thrown away. They were in a hurry to leave, so they didn't kill me?"

"Where did they go?"

"I heard them say they were going to the ancient mine."

"What are they doing in the ancient mine?"

"I heard that what blood jade cong..."

After some interrogation, everyone got a lot of information.

"It turns out that bones don't dissolve."

Master Tongxuan's eyes were filled with regret. He looked around and said, "The demon's blood sacrifice has interfered with our investigation. If we had known that it would not turn into bones, why would we have been so timid?"

The biggest difference between Buhua Gu and Shi Xian and Han Ba ​​is that they cannot accumulate a huge amount of disastrous energy in their bodies.

This is the difference, and the approach is completely different.

If you encounter an incorruptible bone, you can kill it and burn it directly.

The Corpse Immortal and the Drought Demon can only suppress it, using the evil energy of the mountains and rivers to dissipate the disaster bit by bit. Otherwise, once it is destroyed, the plague will spread and the poison will spread for thousands of miles.

The enemy had anticipated this and deliberately set up confusing formations to make them hesitant, and there were far fewer people on the mountain than they had imagined.

The old monk sent by Shaolin Zen Sect shook his head and said, "Zhao Changsheng is cunning and good at calculating people's hearts, otherwise he would not have eroded the entire Song Dynasty. It is a blessing that we can eliminate the disaster in Wuchang this time."

"Let's go. It turns out that there is a blood jade cong hidden in the ancient mine. It must be one of the key points of the Nine-headed Phoenix Vein. We can't let it fall into the hands of the demon."

Zen Master Tongxuan frowned, "Given the cruelty and caution of the Ghost Cult, how could they leave anyone alive? I'm afraid they are deliberately luring us there."

"That's natural."

The old monk of Shaolin Zen sect nodded and said, "I heard that there are nine blood jade congs in total. If you want to activate the nine-headed phoenix vein, you can't be without any one of them."

"The demon wants to make a feint to the east and attack the west, and leave Wuchang. Junior Brother Tongxuan can return to Baotong Zen Temple and perform rituals to find the traces. We will split into two groups, one to go to the ancient mine to get the blood jade cong."

"The rest of you will be responsible for tracking them. It would be best if we could kill them before they leave Wuchang!"

"Yes, Brother Shi Yuan."

After deciding on a plan, everyone searched for a while and divided their forces again.

Some went to the ancient mines of the Western Zhou Dynasty, some returned to Baotong Temple, and some cooperated with the troops of the Duwei Division to intercept the important roads in Wuchang...

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Thunder roared and rain poured down.

The "knife-sharpening rain" in previous years was relatively mild, drizzling for at most half a day, but this year it was unusually violent.

By the second half of the night, it even turned into a heavy rainstorm.

There was a dilapidated temple in the mountains. The wind was howling, making the temple door creak. The candlelight inside was dim as a bean, and it seemed that it would go out at any time.

Inside the ruined temple were the Dharma protectors of the Tiansheng Sect and others.

Tan Yuner from Tusi City was also there. She looked out the window at the heavy rain outside, her eyes full of impatience. She said coldly to the three Meishan brothers, "What's wrong with your Ghost Cult?"

"Didn't they say that even if the Four Symbols Formation failed, they could still release the Corpse Immortals and cause unrest? Why hasn't anything happened yet?"

Wang Hufa looked a little unhappy. "We have done what we promised and delivered the things to the Barbarian King's Tomb, but there is no movement at the moment. All the main roads have been blocked by the court, and we can't even leave."

"What the hell are you doing?"

The three Meishan brothers looked at each other, somewhat at a loss.

The leader had some bitterness in his eyes, "Please don't be angry, to be honest, the Ghost Cult has strict rules, and we joined in order to revive our master."

"We brothers are just responsible for running errands. The real plan is only known to Liu Niang, Ge Lai Chong and Po Liu Han Baling."

"Humph!"

Qin Yuner snorted coldly, "Protector Wang, it seems that we have all been fooled."

Dharma Protector Wang was silent for a moment, then shook his head and said, "Princess Tan, don't be angry. There is nothing you can do about it. All those who are coming back to life must be prepared in advance. Only Zhao Changsheng can bring back those who died suddenly."

"Just for this reason alone, we cannot fall out with the Ghost Cult."

Tan Yun'er gritted her teeth and said, "Who exactly is this Zhao Changsheng? Could it be true that, as the rumors say, he has someone protecting him in the underworld?"

"Who knows?"

Wang Hufa shook his head and said, "He is the only one who can bring people back to life at will. This is why the Ghost Cult has grown stronger. It's best not to offend him too much..."

As they were talking, the two of them looked up at the same time, their eyes full of vigilance.

"Someone, grab some weapons!"

At the command, everyone in the temple drew their weapons.

Soon, footsteps were heard, followed by an old voice, "Don't misunderstand, it's me."

"It's Elder Ge Lai!"

The three Meishan brothers' eyes lit up and they quickly opened the door.

Outside the door was Ge Lai Chong, dressed in a black robe, soaked like a drowned rat, followed by a few people, who were the masters sent by Tusi City.

Protector Wang was about to speak, but suddenly his hair stood on end and he stared at a strange man in the crowd, wearing a loose black robe and a hood.

"who are you?"

Although the other person covered his face, he could still feel the cold and corrupt aura emanating from him.

The man slowly raised his head and lifted his hood.

Rumble!
Lightning exploded, and a face as ferocious as a ghost appeared in front of everyone.

"Zombies!"

Everyone was shocked. Ge Lai Chong said quickly, "Don't be surprised, let me introduce you. This is Master Huang Liu, the head of Ezhou of the Ghost Cult."

Master Huang Liu?
Protector Wang and Qin Yuner looked at each other.

Of course they knew who Master Huang Liu was.

At that time, the Ghost Cult was rampant in the Song Dynasty, and Master Huang Liu was the nightmare of the land of Ezhou. Countless people from the Xuanmen died at his hands.

The Ghost Cult really played some tricks!

Although the Sixth Master Huang in front of him had a fierce reputation, Protector Wang still gritted his teeth and said, "Everyone, didn't you say to release the corpse immortals to disrupt the imperial court's horses and food? This is inconsistent with our original agreement!"

Master Huang glanced at them indifferently, opened his sharp mouth, and snorted coldly: "It's still raining, how can you be so unruly."

After saying that, he walked straight into the temple, stepped on the ground with his bare feet, and water droplets dripped, which immediately condensed into frost when they hit the ground.

Call ~
As he entered the temple, everyone felt a chill all over their bodies. Strong wind, rain and fog rushed in, causing the candle flames to flicker.

Master Huang Liu threw his black robe and sat directly on the main seat. His face was gloomy. He glanced around and then said, "I will naturally do what I promised to do in the Ghost Sect."

"Although the Four Symbols Formation failed, I know several fellow Taoists. With their help, interrupting the grain transport on the Yangtze River will not be a problem."

"Also, the matter of your Holy Lord that day and the return of the chief priest of Tangya Tusi City will be presided over by me."

When Protector Wang and Tan Yuner heard this, their faces changed.

"Master Zhao is not coming?"

Although they did not dare to offend the monster in front of them, both of them could not hide their dissatisfaction.

"Humph!"

Master Huang Liu said in a cold voice: "Shenzhou is so big that it is more than just the southwest. The leader has other important matters. From now on, I will be fully responsible for all matters of the Southwest Ghost Cult."

As he spoke, he suddenly frowned and said in a deep voice: "Ge Lai Chong, take the Bagua mirror and hang it on the temple door, blow out the candles, and everyone, don't speak."

Although everyone didn't understand why, as soon as Master Huang Liu arrived, he took control of the entire situation and they could only obey his orders.

Soon, the candle went out and an eight-diagram mirror was hung at the entrance of the temple.

Rumble!
There was thunder outside again.

Protector Wang and Qin Yuner widened their eyes.

They clearly saw that the Bagua mirror suddenly lit up.

Master Huang Liu looked outside with bloodshot eyes and said in a cold voice: "The gods and Buddhas enshrined in Baotong Zen Temple can use the Buddha's Eyes to find people."

"Now that the Four Symbols Formation has been broken, they are no longer blocked and are now performing a ritual to find us."

"Let's go. We don't have much time. They will come back in three sticks of incense and we will be exposed then."

After saying that, he stood up and left the dilapidated temple.

Although everyone didn't understand why, they followed closely.

This place was not far from East Lake. After climbing over a mountain and passing through layers of dense forests, the vast lake suddenly appeared before their eyes.

Wang the Dharma Protector had some guesses and asked carefully, "Could the Taoist friend you mentioned be the ancestor of Donghu here?"

Master Huang nodded slightly and said in a cold voice: "This old man doesn't know the destiny. How can he escape the great calamity of the mortal world?"

"Humph, you took the leader's things and you still want to run away?"

After saying this, he pinched his fingers to make a magic gesture and chanted a strange spell. At the same time, a cold and gloomy air surged from his body, and white frost appeared from under his feet, spreading towards the lake.

"Roar!"

Soon, white mist rolled over the surface of the lake.

A giant toad broke out of the water, howling in pain in the rain and fog, and its flesh strands turned into worms and crawled out...

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"Master Lu, thank you for your hard work."

Li Yan held an umbrella and sent Master Lu back to the room with everyone else.

The final step for all the magical instruments is for Master Lu to personally assemble and consecrate them, and he is busy from morning to night for the entire day.

Even though Master Lu was strong and healthy, he still couldn't bear it. His face turned pale and his arm muscles trembled slightly.

Seeing Li Yan's face full of regret, Master Lu shook his head and said, "Don't take it to heart. If you want to fight to the death, we will also exhaust our energy. It's the same on the road of cultivation."

"If it weren't for the fact that a few of my disciples were staying in Zezhou Prefecture, there would be no need to do this. But fortunately, I have fulfilled my mission. I will rest for two days and then leave."

"Got it, Master, have a good rest."

Li Yan thanked him again before returning to the room with Sharifei.

Sha Lifei had been busy for several days in a row, working day and night in a reversed manner. Today he was worried all day and was still unable to hide his fatigue.

But his eyes were still excited. As soon as he entered the door, he couldn't wait to pick up the box on the ground, opened it carefully, and stroked the spear obsessively.

Today's Divine Fire Gun has been modified. The buttstock has been replaced, it has been lengthened, and it is painted black. A white copper tiger symbol is inlaid on the handle.

It doesn't look like it came from the Duwei Division at all.

"hey-hey…"

Sharifei stroked his messy beard, then pulled out a roll of cloth from the box and easily put it on the gun. He asked anxiously, "Brother Yan, take a look, can you smell it?"

Li Yan made some hand gestures, smiled and shook his head.

This roll of cloth was a strange cassock that they had seized from a mountain stronghold near Shangjin City. It was able to block divine detection and was remade by the craftsmen under Master Lu into a gun holster.

The biggest problem with the new musket is that it is easily detected by various magical powers and thus can be avoided in time.

With this thing, the threat is greatly increased.

Of course, Sharifei also has another treasure, which was taught by Mr. Lin, a treasure-hunting man from Jiangsu and Zhejiang. It is made by burning mandrill hair and "lichen" in equal proportions and making a powder, which can also temporarily eliminate odors.

Sharifei's spear is powerful and accurate, suitable for long-range attacks. With these two treasures, he can act as a sniper.

This is the position he found for himself.

He is not good at close combat, but he has absolutely no problem shooting from behind.

Li Yan was also in a good mood. He looked at the firearms he had made for Wang Daoxuan and Lu San, and picked up another box.

After opening it, it turned out to be a full body soft armor, and the key parts were made of steel armor with dragon bones as the core.

The scales of the earth dragon's armor are somewhat similar to those of a snake. They are not only smooth, but also extremely tough. With this thing, combined with the Daluo Dharma body, it can be used when encountering some critical situations.

Of course, I will keep it carefully on weekdays.

This full body armor that combines the ideas of the previous life is a bit weird after all, and it will attract too much attention when worn.

With these magical weapons, the team's combat power almost doubled.

Just when I was feeling happy, I heard snoring from the side. It turned out that Sharifei couldn't bear it anymore and fell asleep holding the box.

Li Yan laughed in silence, woke her up, packed up their things together, and then went back to their room to sleep.

There was no conversation all night, and the thunderstorm outside the window continued without stopping.

The next morning, the sky suddenly cleared up and it was another sunny day. The branches and leaves outside the yard, washed by the rain, were all green and tender.

Master Lu was still sleeping. Li Yan and the other two asked their disciples to say goodbye, packed up their things, and prepared to return to Wuchang City.

Unexpectedly, before he even left the house, Lu San arrived at Yuquan Temple.

"Brother Lu San, why are you here?"

Li Yan was a little surprised.

Lu San scratched his head and said in a muffled voice: "Baotong Zen Temple asked me for a favor, so I just came to find you."

"Hahaha…"

Sharifi was amused. "It seems that Brother Lu San is our real treasure. He is loved by everyone. Why are they looking for you?"

Lu San also had some doubts in his eyes, "It is said that he communicated with some wild people from Shennongjia..."

(End of this chapter)