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Suddenly, the Rainstorm Pear Blossom Needles he carried at his waist began to tremble violently without warning, as if being pulled by a powerful force.
He was startled and blurted out, "The noble spirit of Jixia Academy has been touched!"
Wei Changxuan was just about to sheath his sword when he was surprised to find that the purple lightning on the Thunder Tribulation Wooden Sword seemed to be summoned by some kind of force.
No longer obediently coiling around the sword, it meandered and flowed towards Tianqi City, as if eager to rush to an unknown feast.
The situation on the Nine-Tailed Fox Princess's side was equally strange; the foxfire around her was rapidly and uncontrollably gathering.
Even more peculiarly, a rich aroma of osmanthus wine slowly wafted from the amber flames, its sweet fragrance clashing with the tense and mysterious atmosphere around them.
The red-haired youth reacted the most strongly. His face instantly turned extremely solemn. He suddenly knelt on one knee and plunged his five-foot-long sword into the bluestone beneath his feet, the blade sinking three-tenths of an inch into the ground.
Purple lightning bolts swiftly climbed up his right arm along the blade, meandering upwards until they coalesced into a roaring tiger's head on his shoulder.
The tiger's head was incredibly lifelike, with purple lightning outlining its sharp fangs and fierce eyes, as if it were about to break free of its restraints and roar out at any moment.
The red-haired youth gazed in the direction of Tianqi City and shouted excitedly, "Master's Purple Lightning Blade Intent... that brewing brat has entered the city!"
At this moment, the south gate of Tianqi City was bustling with activity, with people coming and going.
A young man in white, carrying a wine jar, nimbly weaved through the bustling crowd.
His steps were light and agile, like a nimble deer.
He had a wooden sword at his waist, the blade stained with mud, and his hair was still covered with sand from the frontier, clearly indicating that he had traveled a long way.
However, despite his exhaustion, only his eyes shone brightly, like morning stars twinkling in the night sky, revealing a kind of agility and determination.
On the city wall, the ancient bronze bell of the Jixia Academy rang out without warning, even without wind.
The bell tolled deep and resonantly, its "humming" echoing through the air and shaking off the patina of verdigris from its surface.
The verdigris fell in a flurry, as if telling a story of the vicissitudes of time.
Chapter 302 The Mysterious Brewing Boy!
The young man in white seemed oblivious to his surroundings as he walked straight into a tavern on the street.
The tavern was filled with the rich aroma of wine and food. He gently placed the wine jar he was carrying on the elm wood table.
A clear, crisp voice said, "Shopkeeper, could I have a bowl of water?"
Inside this tavern in Tianqi City, lively noises rose and fell.
The shopkeeper was raising his voice, about to scold the white-clad youth who had barged in asking for water, when his gaze inadvertently fell upon the icy silkworm threads wrapped around the seal of the wine jar.
The smile that had been on his lips froze instantly, followed by a sharp gasp.
As a seasoned veteran who had been rooted in Tianqi City for many years, he naturally recognized that this was the unique Cold Jade Sealing Altar Technique of Tianqi City. Anyone who could use such a sealing technique was no ordinary person.
On the second floor, the thin beaded curtain swayed gently, making a soft sound.
A man in a blue robe sat alone by the window, leisurely pouring himself a drink.
Hearing the commotion downstairs, he suddenly stopped, his wine glass hovering in mid-air. Through the gap in the beaded curtain, he looked down at the boy with great interest.
He calmly extended his bamboo chopsticks, dipped them in the wine in his cup, and then quickly drew talismans on the table.
A magical thing happened: the wine stains on the table seemed to come alive.
In an instant, it transformed into a nimble dragon, leaping off the table and circling the wine jar the boy had placed there for three full cycles before reluctantly dissipating into the air.
"Excellent wine!" The man in the blue robe couldn't help but clap his hands and laugh, his voice full of praise and delight.
"Thirty catties of moonlight from the northern frontier, twenty ounces of apricot blossoms from the south, and three drops of Heaven-Slaying Sword Qi—young friend, is this jar of 'Drunken Today' meant to be offered to Heaven or to man?"
As soon as he spoke, the entire tavern fell silent. Everyone was drawn to the mysterious wine and the words of the man in the blue robe, and they all cast curious glances at him.
Upon hearing this, the boy's pupils constricted slightly, and a hint of wariness flashed in his eyes.
He did not answer immediately, but slowly untied his hair ribbon, revealing a bright red dot between his eyebrows.
Under the watchful eyes of everyone, he slowly began to speak: "I respect both the vast mountains and rivers, and I also respect..." Before he could finish speaking...
He moved suddenly, instantly drawing his sword and lifting the wine jar on the table.
As he moved, the amber-colored liquor seemed to be drawn by an invisible force, quickly condensing into a majestic dragon in the air.
The wine dragon roared to the sky with astonishing force, "Respectfully address the one I wish to slay!" The young man's voice was firm and powerful, echoing throughout the tavern.
The moment the wine dragon crashed through the roof, a powerful aura instantly spread out.
The entire street seemed to be awakened by this aura, and the weapons in the shops and on the waists of pedestrians seemed to be summoned, and they were drawn from their sheaths with a "whoosh".
In an instant, a cold light flashed and the sound of metal clashing was heard incessantly.
Wei Changxuan's Thunder Tribulation Wooden Sword arrived first. It was like a purple lightning bolt, tearing through the sky and instantly appearing in front of Jiulong 042 (Zhao's 78 Zhao).
The sword tip lightly touched the wine dragon's reverse scale, and the purple lightning collided with the wine dragon, making a sizzling sound. The wine dragon's body actually paused slightly.
Immediately afterward, Xiao Ruofeng arrived, stepping on the waterfall of the academy. His movements were light and graceful.
Like a gentle breeze, as he wielded his longsword, a gust of wind-like sword energy roared out, instantly cutting off the rain of wine falling from the sky.
Sword energy crisscrossed, transforming the rain of wine into countless tiny droplets, which, under the sunlight, scattered like pearls across the wine vat.
Chapter 303 The Immortal Points the Way!
The red-haired youth's purple lightning blade was the most ferocious. His five-foot-long blade, wrapped in purple lightning, slashed unstoppably toward the boy's brow.
The blade flashed, and wherever it went, the air seemed to be torn apart, emitting a sharp whistling sound.
"Keep them all!" Just at this critical moment, the man in the green robe suddenly shouted.
He suddenly flung the gourd in his hand, and a stream of wine vapor instantly spewed out from the gourd's spout, like an inverted Milky Way.
The wine has a rich and mellow aroma, carrying a powerful force that tints the surrounding air with a faint golden hue.
Shockingly, the purple lightning of the Thunder 707 Sword, the silver light of the Flowing Wind Sword, and the thunderbolts of the Purple Lightning Blade were all absorbed into the gourd by this alcoholic fumes.
It was as if all these powerful forces became utterly powerless in the face of this alcoholic aroma.
The man in the blue robe, swaying his wine gourd, strolled leisurely toward the boy.
With each step he took, illusory blue lotuses bloomed beneath his feet, like a dream. "Bai Li Dongjun."
The man in the green robe approached the young man, uncorked the gourd, and a rich aroma of wine instantly filled the air, condensing into a three-foot-long, incredibly sharp, and gleaming green blade in the air.
"Would you like to learn this 'Immortal Points the Way' move?" As his words fell, the overflowing aroma of alcohol seemed to be veiled by a light gauze.
Enveloping everyone, the entire world seemed to be immersed in the rich aroma of wine, becoming dreamlike and ethereal.
The excitement from their earlier exchange still lingered in Wei Changxuan's eyes. He steadied himself.
With swift and decisive movements, he sheathed the Thunder Tribulation Wooden Sword. The moment the sword was sheathed, the remaining purple lightning on its blade seemed to leap a few times in resentment.
Immediately afterwards, he strode forward, his posture upright, and addressed the man in blue robes, the renowned Li Changsheng, in a loud voice:
"Mr. Li, your name is renowned throughout the martial arts world. For a long time, we have only heard of you but never seen you in person."
I was fortunate enough to witness firsthand how the gentleman used the aroma of alcohol to thwart our offensive. His skill was simply divine, leaving us utterly impressed.
Such a wondrous technique must have a hidden cultivation process behind it. I wonder if you, sir, could have the time in the future to enlighten us juniors on a few things.”
As Wei Changxuan spoke, his eyes were full of sincerity and respect. He clasped his hands together and bowed slightly, showing his deep respect for his senior.
Just as Wei Changxuan finished speaking, a gentle breeze swept by, and the Nine-Tailed Fox Princess gracefully floated over.
Her every step was as light as walking on clouds, and she was surrounded by an innate allure.
She moved with light, graceful steps, her lips parted slightly, and her voice was soft and melodious, as if carrying a hint of sweetness:
"Oh my, look at this little brother, he's so cute. His swordsmanship just now was truly impressive."
I've lived for so many years and seen quite a few strange and unusual people and things.
I've rarely seen such agile and interesting swordsmanship, blending perfectly with the wine. It's like a magnificent magical performance; I was completely mesmerized!
As she spoke, she gently played with her hair with her slender fingers, her beautiful eyes sparkling as she looked at the young man, Baili Dongjun, with a smile.
Vinina walked over with elegant steps, unhurried and unhurried.
The laser cannon in her hand emitted a faint blue light, the soft glow dancing in her palm.
It stands out from the surrounding ancient and rustic atmosphere of the martial arts world, yet it is strangely harmonious.
Chapter 304 Li Changsheng's Departure!
With a perfectly timed smile on her exotic face, she began to speak:
"Such an interesting scene couldn't be complete without me."
Little brother, your fusion of wine and sword reminds me of some mysterious legends from my hometown.
In my hometown, there are also stories about warriors wielding swords and fighting with the help of mysterious powers, which bear some resemblance to the wondrous scene you just presented.
It seems that the wonders of this world, no matter how far apart, can always find common ground.
Vinina's voice had a unique charm; when she spoke, it was as if one could see the ancient legends of her distant homeland.
She appeared beside them without warning, as if she were a ghost.
Her appearance caused no ripples, as if she was always meant to be there.
Her soft sword was casually coiled around her waist, like a nimble snake, occasionally flashing with a cold light. She stood quietly to the side.
His eyes were fixed on every move on the field, and the sharpness and vigilance in his eyes made him impossible to ignore.
Although she didn't speak, the mysterious and dangerous aura she exuded made her stand out in the crowd.
At this moment, Xiao Ruofeng also arrived. He knelt respectfully on one knee before Li Changsheng.
He clasped his hands in a fist salute, performed a standard sect greeting, and respectfully said:
“Master, I heard that there was a great commotion here, and I was worried about it, so I came here to help.”
Fortunately, Master was there and easily resolved the conflict. Master's skills are unparalleled; I will certainly cultivate even more diligently in the future to live up to Master's teachings.
Xiao Ruofeng raised his head, his eyes filled with determination and reverence, his admiration for Li Changsheng evident in his expression.
The red-haired youth sheathed his long sword, the sound of it going back into its sheath a dull thud, as if announcing the end of this brief exchange.
He strode forward, and with each step he took, the ground seemed to tremble slightly.
He said in a deep, muffled voice, "Kid, this liquor of yours is really strong!"
Just like the strong liquor I usually drink, one sip and my whole body feels warm.