The Eternal Way-Chapter 105: Close at Hand

Old Horse galloped on clouds, speeding away.

Li Qi was still somewhat bewildered.

He had anticipated a fierce battle and thus revealed his background, hoping to intimidate the opponent into retreat.

Who would have thought that the name of Wu Deity Mountain would be so terrifying that it scared the elder witless?

"This is... a double-edged sword," Li Qi sighed.

Shen Shuibei recognized the elder's background as well. He was also from the Wu Dao, referred to as a "Ghost Shaman."

Wu shamans ally with ghosts, hence they are called Ghost Shamans.

This meant that shamans who allied with ghosts were known as Ghost Shamans.

Ghost Shamans were not orthodox shamans. In fact, within Li Qi's understanding, shamans did not engage in any blood sacrifices or ghost control methods.

Thus, he could confidently deduce that the elder was not an orthodox shaman. By quoting a passage from the book "Wu" about Ghost Shamans, he aimed to establish his identity and showcase his backing.

Though Wu Deity Mountain might not even know of his existence, waving a big flag... Besides, it wasn't a lie; Young Master Zhu had indeed taken him as an apprentice.

But this effect was too good.

So good that Li Qi was deeply troubled.

Li Qi liked to plan ten steps ahead, sometimes appearing indecisive due to overthinking. After this incident, he pondered how to handle the title of a disciple of Wu Deity Mountain.

While a large tree provides good shade,

it also attracts strong winds...

Forget it, with limited information, it's best to stay low-key for now. Once he truly experienced Wu Deity Mountain, he could consider those matters. Until then, it was better not to reveal his identity unless necessary.

Just... a mere name could intimidate a county magistrate.

Truly frightening.

However, this made Li Qi understand the difference between "orthodox Wu Zhu" and these rural shamans even more clearly.

Wu Zhu could harness the power of spirits and ghosts, but only if both sides were willing, unlike the direct control practiced by Ghost Shamans.

Since ghosts lacked the five cardinal virtues and had no consciousness, Ghost Shamans could subdue them through certain techniques and use them as ghost slaves.

True Wu Zhu would never do such things. They would typically disperse these ghosts and help them reincarnate.

If true Wu Zhu opened the door to controlling ghosts, serious problems could arise.

Malevolent ghosts... can be created easily.

Grievances? Malevolent qi?

How simple it is to create them.

Li Qi didn't believe that all the malevolent ghosts held by the county magistrate were innocent victims.

Judging from his actions and listening to the opinions of the Jing family members, this person in Snake Tail County was far from benevolent.

Li Qi wanted to stand up for justice, but considering his current strength, he had no choice but to flee.

There's always time in the future. First, take care of himself. Li Qi considered himself barely a good person and wasn't prepared to risk his life for every injustice.

Snake Tail County, he would return one day.

On the way, Li Qi once again spurred Old Horse into a wild gallop, ignoring others' gazes, riding swiftly on cloud qi.

The speed was incredibly fast; ordinary mountain harvest teams could only feel a gust of wind pass by, seeing only Old Horse's trail in the dark night.

Occasionally, some stronger teams might spot them but wouldn't chase.

Joking aside, chasing a dragon steed?

Can humans outrun a horse?

During long-distance travel, a dragon steed could cover eight hundred miles a day, reaching sixteen hundred miles with continuous travel. This was cruising speed, meaning without exhausting itself.

In combat or escape situations, Old Horse could easily burst to six to seven hundred miles in half an hour, possibly faster with further exertion.

However, after such bursts, not only did it consume energy but also caused significant harm to Old Horse, requiring special foods rich in pure qi to recover fully.

Not just ordinary food, but celestial treasures containing refined qi were needed.

Running for a minute or two in combat was fine, but traveling for hours continuously would exhaust Old Horse, needing a day's rest after each hour.

Humans couldn't rely solely on sprints for long distances; steady jogging was essential.

Still, this was a speed others couldn't match.

A night passed, and another city appeared before Li Qi.

"According to the map, this should be Green Mountain County," Li Qi examined his map, identifying the location.

"Miss Shen, how far are we from Luo Fu Niangniang?" he asked Shen Shuibei.

"Hmm... Let me sense... It seems about ten thousand miles away. We're on the right path; at most, half a month, we should meet her!"

"Moreover, in the past half-month, she hasn't moved. She must have settled down," Shen Shuibei said happily.

"That's good. We traveled all night yesterday. Let's rest here in Green Mountain County today and set off tomorrow. After setting out, we won't stop until we reach her side!" Li Qi planned.

Then, he patted Old Horse: "Don't complain about being tired, old friend. This time we're meeting Luo Fu Niangniang. Even if she plucks a single hair, it'll be enough for you to transform into a dragon."

Shen Shuibei pinched Li Qi, dissatisfied: "Niangniang won't pluck hair!"

"Alright, let's say Luo Fu Niangniang lets a little bit slip from her fingertips—it'll be enough for us to benefit immensely!" Li Qi laughed heartily and rode into the city.

Despite his laughter and smile, there was no joy in his eyes.

Meeting Luo Fu Niangniang soon.

Was it really a good thing?

Li Qi felt that meeting such a significant figure was akin to walking into a tiger's den.

Though there were gains, the risks were equally high.

Moreover, walking into a tiger's den, while dangerous, kept your fate in your own hands. The outcome depended on your efforts, and your life remained in your control.

But meeting a powerful figure meant both rewards and survival were in their hands...

Also, once they met, Shen Shuibei would leave, right? Staying with Luo Fu Niangniang was her preferred state, especially since she was a fifth-rank expert. Her companionship was merely good luck on his part.

Up to now, he had benefited greatly from her guidance, avoiding detours and laying a solid foundation. His cultivation advanced rapidly thanks to her unreserved teaching.

It wouldn't be the same anymore.

It was a bit uncomfortable.

Regardless, the journey had to continue.

Along the way, nothing particularly noteworthy happened. Li Qi wasn't someone extraordinary who encountered adventures and crises at every turn. After resting overnight, he continued his journey.

Fifteen days passed in a flash.

Traveling through wind and rain, despite taking breaks to care for Old Horse, the distance closed steadily.

Finally, on the sixteenth day, following Shen Shuibei's guidance, Li Qi arrived in a deep mountain range.

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Li Qi was very vigilant.

Because, unlike the wide roads between counties,

this was true wilderness.

"Just ahead! At most twenty miles!" Shen Shuibei was very excited.

They were almost there.