Chapter 574: Chapter 331: Tens of Thousands of Corpse Soldiers, Li Xian Faces the Trump Card, Chunxia’s Secret Uncovered by Her Disciple (3)

Li Xian cupped his hand and said, "Senior Chunxia’s abilities are gradually manifesting!" Zhao Chunxia replied, "This is nothing; the bandits had gathered the blood essence and transported it to this point. It was moved a few days ago, and there’s still a lingering scent of blood along the way. Let’s pursue and take a look."

Her abilities had recovered to thirty percent, and Li Xian thought, "Since Senior Chunxia has this skill, why does she need my assistance? She can find it herself. I’m truly destined to be overworked." 𝒇𝒓𝒆𝒆𝙬𝒆𝒃𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝙡.𝒄𝓸𝒎

Walking westward a few steps, they saw a peculiar hidden path blocked by rubble. Zhao Chunxia waited a few moments until the echo of the bell had passed. Then, with a flick of her whisk, the rubble moved neatly several feet, revealing a path. The rubble was loose, covered in dust and ash, making it evident if anyone moved them. Zhao Chunxia’s flick of the whisk shifted the rubble and ash sideways by several feet without altering the overall structure.

Li Xian secretly admired as they advanced along the strange path, pursuing the trail. He realized the road was spiraling downwards, seemingly reaching into a deep abyss. As they delved deeper, a gust of cold wind blew across their faces.

Zhao Chunxia said, "Such rich Yin Qi." She stopped and did not venture further. As they moved deeper, the Yin Qi battered her body, making it very challenging. She healed swiftly from her injuries by cultivating the "Spring Observation Treasure Manual," quickly recovering her prowess in tracking and whisking skills, but she had no solution for dealing with this Yin Qi. Li Xian’s Pure Yang Body emitted Yang Qi like a blazing furnace, making him unaffected here.

Due to martial artists having varied abilities, one might be helpless against a problem while another resolves it effortlessly. Where others fear to tread, some roam with ease. Each has their unique skill and strength.

Li Xian said, "Senior Chunxia, come closer to me." Zhao Chunxia asked curiously, "You have the means to cope with this?" Li Xian flipped his hand and drew his sword, his posture graceful. Zhao Chunxia suddenly recalled, "Indeed... when we were in Prisoner Canyon, I asked him what he looked like. He replied with a simple drawing, in which he held both a spear and a sword. His archery and spear techniques I’ve seen, so his swordsmanship should be equally formidable." Her eyes shone with bright waves.

He drew a line with the longsword, and waves of heat dispersed. The cold wind was thwarted. Zhao Chunxia’s complexion relaxed, saying, "Your swordsmanship is truly extraordinary, even involving the principle of Yin Yang."

Li Xian asked, "Is it really impressive to involve the principle of Yin Yang?" Zhao Chunxia replied, "It depends on the specific martial arts; the principle itself is quite rare. If a school is formed, its prowess would be substantial."

Li Xian thought, "Madame indeed holds back from me, unwilling to fully impart the essence of martial arts. That’s fine; how could I presumptuously expect others to treat me selflessly?"

They delved further. The Yin Qi grew denser; Li Xian wielded his sword single-handedly, performing "Yang Extreme Sword Radiance," drawing a luminous circle before him, consistently dispelling the Yin Qi, allowing them to advance smoothly.

As several gusts of Yin wind blew past, Li Xian jokingly said, "Senior Chunxia, there’s no one else here. I’m of Pure Yang; if you don’t mind, feel free to draw closer to me."

Zhao Chunxia replied seriously, "Men and women should keep a respectful distance. Since we met, you’ve always been somewhat frivolous. If others took you for a flower thief, it would be terrible."

Li Xian thought, "You’ve got me right; I am somewhat a flower thief." He said, "Senior Chunxia misunderstood. When I said draw closer, I didn’t intend to take advantage, only that my body is like a furnace, keeping the Yin Qi at bay."

Zhao Chunxia suddenly laughed, "Oh?" Stepping forward, she sidled closer, with intimacy, asking, "Is this the kind of closeness you meant?"

Li Xian was taken aback, suddenly overwhelmed by a fragrant breeze, sensing a tender body drawing near. The two were tightly pressed together, with Li Xian able to feel Zhao Chunxia’s heartbeat, breath, and the rise and fall of her chest. Zhao Chunxia felt as if embracing a hot furnace; the Yang Qi was intense, unlike any encounter in her life. For the first time, she embraced a man, her heart drifting and mind wandering.

Although Li Xian considered himself carefree, having experienced the occurrences at Yihetang Manor and the Flower Cage Sect... it was innate and influenced by later encounters. His casual remarks were natural, but he was not one to rush things. When he said "come closer," he meant "holding hands" not embracing. Holding hands was without ambiguity. But Zhao Chunxia’s approach...

Li Xian said awkwardly, "Senior Chun...chunxia, this is a bit..." Zhao Chunxia asked, "Why, you asked me to draw close, but now you dislike it?"

Li Xian replied, "Of course not." Silently advancing. He had learned of Zhao Chunxia’s experiences in the "Visting Immortal Inn" incident, suspecting she was a virtuous female knight. But in truth, Chunxia was calm in tranquility and ardent in motion.

Zhao Chunxia, though adhering strictly to the right path, was somewhat rigid. But knowing beyond the good and evil of the world, there is more. When not contradicting her nature, she harbored hidden thoughts. In the past, learning from "Brocade City’s Luo Family" about acquiring "Yellow Nine Ginseng," she dispatched two disciples to aid.

Her intent was to eliminate evil and kill the wicked, simultaneously hinting if their luck was sufficient and conditions suitable, they could occupy the "Yellow Nine Ginseng" without returning it to the Luo Family of Brocade City. The Black-faced Bat King had been a scourge for years, removing him was chivalry. The Luo Family’s loss of "Yellow Nine Ginseng" was a family matter; the ginseng treasure was a natural occurrence that moved through hands. Whoever was fortunate could claim it. The Luo Family dominated the area, with both evil and good deeds; righteousness or wickedness is hard to determine, but oppressing the common people was inevitable. Securing the Yellow Nine Ginseng and returning would be certainly upright, keeping promises. Not returning, could be seen as a reprieve for the people.

Reminded by the "no one else here," Zhao Chunxia took the chance to embrace. She thought, "This lad still sees me as rigid. We both eat the same rice, do not think I’m easy to tease. I usually just pretend when others are around." Seeing Li Xian’s nervousness, she found it amusing, somewhat triumphant, while feeling a warm, soft sensation, feigned serious, saying, "Li Xian little brother, thanks for shielding me from the Yin Qi!"

Li Xian thought he had nothing to lose, why be timid? He wrapped an arm around Zhao Chunxia, sheathed the Cyan Sword, and leapt agilely. Zhao Chunxia’s heart rippled, the sentiment unforgettable. She held on even tighter.