Immortality Cultivation: I Can increase My Stats Using Clansmen's Qi-Blood-Chapter 1438 - 706: Ghost Solved! Mysterious Red Forest? _2

Chapter 1438: Chapter 706: Ghost Solved! Mysterious Red Forest? _2

Luo Chen and Qing Shuang exchanged a glance, then said, "We plan to continue traveling the world, to increase our knowledge and cultivation, as the path of cultivation is still long."

Yun Feiyang was slightly surprised upon hearing this, then smiled and said, "I see, then I wish you a smooth journey. If you ever come back to Nanning City, be sure to look for me!"

Luo Chen and Qing Shuang smiled and nodded in agreement, "Certainly, certainly."

After bidding farewell to Yun Feiyang, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang continued on their journey.

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"This experience in Nanning Ancient City is truly beyond imagination!"

Luo Chen rode his horse as he headed away from Nanning Ancient City.

He spoke to his companion Qing Shuang, who was riding alongside him.

Qing Shuang gently smiled, a hint of reminiscence flashing in her eyes as she replied, "Yes, who would have thought that we would encounter so many hardships here."

"However, it is precisely because of these experiences that we have been able to grow."

Luo Chen nodded, determination shining in his eyes, "Indeed, every challenge has made us stronger, and fighting alongside you is the greatest honor of my life."

The two shared a smile and continued forward.

They knew that the road ahead was long, with countless unknowns awaiting their discovery.

But no matter what the future held, they would advance hand in hand, facing it together.

...

On the way out of Nanning Ancient City, they encountered various people and situations.

Sometimes they would help lost travelers find their way home, resolve disputes in small villages, or battle wits and courage with ill-intentioned bandits.

Each experience brought new improvements to their cultivation and heart realm.

Thus, a full month passed by.

Early in the morning, when the skies had yet to brighten.

At this time, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang were silently resting under a century-old tree, seemingly still resting.

The place where they were was a place called Red Forest.

Red Forest was named such because most of the trees within the forest were red.

"Hmm?"

"There’s movement!"

Luo Chen suddenly opened his eyes, looking alertly around.

Qing Shuang immediately awoke, gripping her longsword, ready to face any potential danger.

"Is it demonic beasts?" Qing Shuang asked quietly.

Luo Chen shook his head, listening carefully for a moment, then replied softly, "No, there seems to be someone approaching."

The two quickly stood up, standing back-to-back, scanning the surroundings vigilantly.

The morning mist in Red Forest had not yet fully dispersed, making the view somewhat blurry.

At this moment, a figure slowly emerged from the mist, an elderly man wearing a tattered Taoist robe.

He walked with difficulty, leaning on a wooden staff, with a fatigued expression on his face.

"No need to be tense, young friends."

The old man’s voice was weak, yet carried a reassuring strength.

Luo Chen and Qing Shuang exchanged a glance and slightly relaxed their guard, but still remained vigilant.

"Sir, what brings you here?" Luo Chen asked, with a hint of concern in his voice.

The old man approached them slowly, stopped in front of them, and said, gasping, "I am a wandering Taoist named Xuan Zhen. I got lost in Red Forest for several days, exhausted, without food and water."

Seeing this, Qing Shuang took out a kettle and dry food from her bag and handed it to the old man, "Have some water and food first, sir."

Xuan Zhen accepted the kettle and food, glanced at Qing Shuang gratefully, then began to eat slowly.

After he regained some strength, he looked up at Luo Chen and Qing Shuang, with a complex emotion flashing in his eyes.

"Your kind gesture will be remembered, but Red Forest harbors a secret. If you proceed further, danger may await you."

Luo Chen and Qing Shuang exchanged a look. They knew that there was no such thing as gratuitous kindness or warning.

Luo Chen asked solemnly, "Sir, can you tell us more about the secret of Red Forest?"

Xuan Zhen sighed and said slowly, "Deep in Red Forest lies an ancient altar, rumored to be the burial place of a powerful ancient cultivator who practiced evil arts. After death, his resentment didn’t dissipate and transformed into a demon spirit guarding the altar. Many cultivators and adventurers tried to venture in, but most never returned."

Qing Shuang frowned slightly and asked, "Then why did you come here, sir?"

A trace of reminiscence flashed in Xuan Zhen’s eyes, "In my youth, I was a disciple of that cultivator, but I left the sect because I disapproved of his evil arts. Now, as I grow old, I wish to return to the sect’s place to fulfill a long-standing wish."

Luo Chen and Qing Shuang felt more respect for the old man upon hearing this.

Luo Chen pondered for a moment and said, "Sir, we are willing to help you fulfill your wish. However, we also have our own goal, hoping to pass through Red Forest to reach the Spirit Mountain in the north."

Xuan Zhen, hearing this, showed a trace of gratitude, "Your courage and kindness touch me. I am willing to take you to the altar, but please be cautious. The demon spirit’s power is formidable."

Subsequently, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang, guided by Xuan Zhen, ventured deeper into Red Forest.

As they proceeded, the trees grew taller, their colors more vibrant, as if each tree contained powerful life force.

After days of trekking, they finally reached the center of Red Forest.

An ancient altar appeared before them, surrounded by a chilling aura that sent shivers down their spines.

Xuan Zhen pointed to the altar and said, "Here is the relic of my sect, also the habitat of the demon spirit. Young friends, are you truly ready?"

Luo Chen and Qing Shuang nodded, knowing this was not only a help to Xuan Zhen but also a test for themselves.

The three of them slowly approached the altar, and suddenly, a powerful force erupted from the altar’s center.

A blurred figure gradually took shape, precisely the demon spirit Xuan Zhen mentioned.

The demon spirit let out a sharp screech and rushed at Luo Chen and Qing Shuang.

Luo Chen and Qing Shuang swiftly drew their weapons, engaging in a fierce battle with the demon spirit.

The fight was extremely intense, with the demon spirit far exceeding their expectations in terms of power.

Its every attack came with a fierce whistle, each movement leaving behind afterimages.

Relying on their tacit cooperation, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang barely fended off the demon spirit’s offensive, but as time wore on, they gradually felt exhausted.

Xuan Zhen stood aside, watching the young duo battle for his wish, feeling gratitude and concern.

He knew that if action was not taken soon, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang could be in mortal danger.

Thus, he retrieved a worn jade pendant from his bosom, which was bestowed upon him by his sect in his youth, said to possess the power to suppress evil spirits.

Holding the jade pendant high, Xuan Zhen began reciting an ancient curse.

As the curse was spoken, the jade pendant emitted a soft light. A warm and powerful force radiated from the pendant, gradually forming a light screen trapping the demon spirit within.

The demon spirit sensed the threat and became more violent, roaring deafeningly, attempting to break free from the light screen.

But the power of the jade pendant was extraordinarily strong, rendering the demon spirit’s struggles futile.

Seeing this, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang knew it was their chance to strike back.

They quickly adjusted their states, gathering all their strength to deliver a fatal blow to the demon spirit.

Luo Chen’s longsword shone brilliantly, while Qing Shuang’s emitted a cold chill, as they wielded their swords simultaneously, intertwining their sword qi into a powerful sword qi storm aimed at the demon spirit.

The sword qi storm collided with the demon spirit within the light screen, erupting into dazzling brilliance and deafening thunderous sound.

After the light dissipated, the demon spirit’s figure gradually blurred, eventually vanishing into the air, leaving behind a black crystal stone, the essence of the demon spirit.

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