Chapter 57

Thank you: oLaogi's support and monthly votes!

...

In the sunset, on the hillside, there were a few ruins.

By the road, beside the old tree, there were eight weary horses.

This place must have been a village at some point, but for unknown reasons, it was abandoned, leaving behind some broken walls that looked desolate in the twilight. The carriages and horses resting by the dry well belonged to the Jiao family. The large carriage was pulled by a single shaft and two horses, and with the mounts of Jiao Lao and others, there were eight horses in total. It was just getting dark, and it was time to rest for the night.

Everyone was busy unloading their luggage and lighting a bonfire; Jiao Baoyi, on the other hand, was taking a stroll with Juan on the hillside, enjoying the evening breeze to pass the time.

About a hundred paces south of the hillside, a small river flowed. Someone was lying in the water, moaning in comfort.

Wujiao followed the Jiao family's convoy to this place. As soon as they stopped, he climbed over the hill alone, taking advantage of the absence of people, and stripped himself naked, throwing himself into the river.

Since fleeing from Lingxia Mountain, he had been covered in blood and dirt, and then buried in the sand for more than half a year. The situation was unimaginable. However, with the constant changes, he had no time to care. Now, finally, he had encountered a place with water, and he could wash himself properly.

The river was shallow and clear. Lying in it, letting his limbs float, he felt an indescribable sense of ease and comfort.

Wujiao soaked in the water for a moment, then grabbed a handful of mud and sand to scrub his arms, wiping away a patch of dirt. He then rubbed off a layer of black skin. He busily rubbed his body, and like a cicada shedding its skin, layers of black skin kept peeling off. Clean skin was revealed, showing no signs of scars, and it was even whiter and finer than before, almost comparable to that of a baby or a woman.

Hmm, such delicate skin doesn't seem like a man's...

Wujiao criticized himself, but he couldn't help but grin. He buried his entire head in the water, washing it thoroughly. In a moment, his wet, messy hair splashed water, and the face covered in dirt was gone, replaced by a face as white as jade, with eyebrows as dark as ink and eyes like stars, exuding a calm and transcendent demeanor.

Who is this? Too handsome, what a spectacle...

Wujiao comforted himself, then fell into deep thought.

He could actually see his own appearance, as if looking in a mirror.

Is it because of the divine consciousness? It must be, what else could it be? Since he became aware of the existence of divine consciousness, in just a few days, he had gradually mastered its use. It was like another self, or a phantom, moving swiftly and penetrating obstacles, perceiving everything within a thousand paces, and even seeing his own existence.

However, one should not look at what one should not. Be cautious when facing cultivators, especially do not peek at women...

As the divine consciousness grew, the twilight deepened, and another bright moon rose to the sky. In the vast river valley, the water flowed "splash, splash," and the breeze was gentle.

Wujiao finished washing, still feeling unsatisfied, stood up from the water, and then turned to the shore, involuntarily stretching his arms. A faint sound came from his joints, and the inexplicable comfort made him want to shout into the wind.

Compared to his former self, he was now a different person. Could it be considered a transformation? Not only was he very strong, but he also had divine consciousness and could wield a powerful black sword, which was not inferior to cultivators. Especially that mysterious black sword, which appeared to kill, was incredibly powerful! He might as well name it according to the incantation. Yes, let's call it the Demon Sword, which refines the soul and slays demons!

Unfortunately, he did not understand cultivation or spells. Although he called himself a cultivator, he was in name only.

Wujiao took a few steps on the shore, thinking of drying off the water on his body. As soon as the thought arose, a force surged from the dantian in his abdomen, and a layer of mist instantly burst from his body. In an instant, the water was gone. He looked down at his clean limbs, surprised and enlightened.

Isn't this what is called a supernatural power? It was originally hidden in his body, and the key was in its application. For example, traveling a dozen paces in a single step by riding the wind, if he pondered and experienced it, he might be able to do it effortlessly.

When would he be able to master the great supernatural powers of wind, rain, thunder, and lightning?

I am not greedy, just let it be natural!

Wujiao put on his clothes, put on his boots, and picked up a leather belt wrapped in rags, shaking his head in frustration. This so-called belt was the only thing left on him after fleeing from Lingxia Mountain, but it was already in tatters. He untied it, and a pile of miscellaneous items fell to the ground.

Four spirit stones, two talismans, a jade slip, a book called "The Hundred Spirits Scripture," a volume of "The Compilation of Immortal Dao," a Lingxia Mountain Yujing Peak identity badge, a night pearl, a map of the Nanling Kingdom made of animal skin, a few coins of silver, a useless fire starter, a piece of bone armor, and a bone ring.

This was all he had.

Wujiao tied up his messy hair, which had been burned off in a cave under Yujing Peak, making it look unkempt. He sat down, picked up the leather bag, and swung it casually. With a dull "thud," pieces of animal skin fell to the ground.

This... such a powerful swing with just a casual movement?

The leather bag came from Yujing Peak and could hold over a hundred pounds of jade, making it very tough. He had intended to clean it for further use, but it couldn't withstand a casual swing. Perhaps he had unintentionally used the energy from his dantian, making it much stronger than usual, which should be called spiritual energy. He would have to be more careful in the future!

After feeling regretful, Wujiao picked up the silver coins, the fire starter, and the map of Nanling, putting them in his sleeve. The two animal skin books, the pearl, and the identity badge were tucked into his chest. He picked up the spirit stones, about to put them away, but his expression changed, and he couldn't help but gasp in surprise.

There seemed to be a clear stream inside the spirit stones, intangible yet clearly present, slowly flowing into his body, following the meridians, and converging in the dantian. With his will, the stream seemed to emit a faint light. After absorbing it, his spirit and energy were greatly invigorated.

Spiritual energy! The spirit stones contained spiritual energy, and he could use them to replenish his physical strength or spiritual energy without meditating. What a great convenience!

Wujiao grinned, unable to contain his joy, and carefully put away the spirit stones, still smiling. As he picked up the jade slip, his expression changed again.

The jade slip contained another world? Focusing his mind, he saw a picture, or rather, a vast, vivid, and detailed map of mountains and rivers. There were high mountains and lakes, deserts and forests, and vast oceans, as well as three other completely unfamiliar continents. No matter where in the world, there were text annotations, and the name "Four Continents Map" was given.

The Four Continents Map means a map.

It was hard to imagine that all the world's features could be contained in a small jade slip. With just a thought, the divine consciousness could guide him to clearly find the direction and location.

This must be an extraordinary item, created by immortals! If not for the divine consciousness, it would be hard to uncover its secrets!

This jade slip from the dead Master Mushen was a rare treasure. No wonder the guy wouldn't let go. Perhaps there was more to it, and he would have to examine it carefully in his spare time!

Wujiao put away the jade slip and picked up the two animal skin talismans. With the experience from before, he immersed his divine consciousness in them one by one. Instantly, the talismans glowed, one with a whistling wind, the other with a chilling aura. He tensed and quickly put the talismans in his chest. Without much thought, the one with the wind sound must be a teleportation talisman, and the one with the chilling aura must be a sword talisman. Now he could distinguish the two, but he still didn't know how to use them.

On the ground were a piece of bone armor and a bone ring, obtained from previous killings. He had once been a gentleman, but now he had turned to murder and plunder.

Wasn't it all forced? Not by my will!

Wujiao picked up the bone armor and couldn't help but secretly feel pleased.

The characters on the bone armor indeed had some background, being a "Ten Thousand Beasts Scripture." Although it was short, it had the power to control beasts. This was thanks to Jiao Baoyi's help, who had been helping him identify the characters for three days, finally giving him an interesting spell. As for its actual effects, he still didn't know.

Wujiao put away the bone armor and picked up the bone ring, about to put it in his chest, but he paused and examined it closely.

The bone ring was yellowish, slightly worn, and covered in dirt, making it look like a small ring. He had taken it on a whim. Now, it seemed unusual. There was a fine crack on it, only detectable by divine consciousness. Beyond that, the divine consciousness couldn't penetrate further. Following the crack, the divine consciousness found a spacious area, like a house about ten paces wide, white and clear.

A small bone ring, yet it contained a different world!

Wujiao was amazed and curious.

The house wasn't empty; it contained things! Upon closer inspection, there was a pile of gold, silver, and sparkling gems, some rare animal skins, and a strange large bow. The gems emitted spiritual energy, similar to spirit stones.

A windfall!

The gold, silver, and gems were enough to buy a large courtyard in the capital, complete with beautiful and diligent maids and strong attendants. He could marry Ziyun, live in harmony, and enjoy the moon and flowers, living a life of ease and freedom. Hmm, even an immortal wouldn't trade for this!

Wujiao's eyes lit up, and he shook the bone ring a few times. The items inside didn't move.

No matter how valuable the gold and silver, if they couldn't be taken out, it was all for nothing. Clearly visible but out of reach. Perhaps there was a trick, or how did the owner of the bone ring store and retrieve items?

Wujiao examined the bone ring, still at a loss, but unwilling to give up, imagining the joy of holding the treasure and enjoying wealth. As soon as the thought arose, a heavy gold ingot appeared on the grass in front of him, as if it had fallen from the sky. He was surprised but gradually understood. In a moment, another gold ingot fell on the grass. Instantly, both ingots disappeared.

Ha ha, as long as the divine consciousness covers and the will guides, items can be stored and retrieved at will, like a pocket universe, or even simpler and more convenient!

Wujiao took out the spirit stones, talismans, and silver coins he had just put away and threw them on the grass. He waved the bone ring, and the grass was instantly empty. He examined the bone ring, unable to put it down, and put it on his thumb. It fit perfectly, resembling a jade ring used for archery, looking very ordinary, but who would have thought it contained a different world!

At that moment, two figures appeared on the hillside... Mobile users, please visit http://m.piaotia.net

Page turning AD starts

Page turning AD ends