Li Baolong drove home that day, and when it was late at night, he quietly took out the piece of paper that he had painstakingly translated. He looked at it carefully several times, almost memorizing it. It read, "When the Qiankun Sword is activated, heaven and earth are connected, the year, month, day, and hour are connected, and all things will be accomplished."
Oh dear, so after all this time, that hairpin on Old Daoist Yi's body is actually the Qiankun Sword! This is incredible; it's one of the four great magical artifacts of Taoism. Of course, Taoism also has four immortal artifacts, but those are only heard of in myths and legends. Li Baolong had learned a little about these four magical artifacts from Taoist scriptures before. The first is the Qiankun Sword, which is said to contain the universe within it; the hilt appears square on the outside but is actually round on the inside. The second is the Vajra Umbrella, incredibly powerful, possessing the strength of a Vajra, capable of exorcising demons and warding off disasters. The third is the Yin-Yang Jade Pendant, rumored to be able to reverse time, allowing one to travel back in time, though it's unclear if this is true. The fourth is the Tianpeng Ruler, which can be used to measure heaven and earth and see treasures underground.
Li Baolong thought to himself, "Now that the Qiankun Sword is on my arm, I'll try reciting the incantation." He silently recited the eighteen-character incantation in his mind: "Qiankun Sword activated, Heaven and Earth connected, Year, Month, Day, Hour connected, All things accomplished." Hey! The pattern on his left arm disappeared instantly, and a hairpin appeared in his hand.
"So that's how it is!" Li Baolong chanted the incantation twice more, and the Qiankun Sword suddenly grew larger, returning to its original size of over three feet long, with a blade gleaming with a blue light. Li Baolong swung it forcefully, and with a "whoosh," an iron frame four or five meters away crashed to the ground, breaking in two.
Li Baolong was startled, thinking to himself, "This sword is too powerful! No wonder it's the most powerful of all Taoist magical weapons. It carries its own sword energy, and when activated by magic, it can injure people from dozens of meters away. Who can withstand that! Hahaha, what a treasure! If Old Daoist Yi had known this secret earlier, he might not have died in Loulan in the Western Regions. Alas, this is fate!"
Li Baolong spent the last two days at home, studying the Qiankun Sword in his hands more and more, and now he had a thorough understanding of its uses. He focused wholeheartedly on practicing the control of the Qiankun Sword, and surprisingly, in just two days, he could control it with complete ease! Li Baolong was overjoyed, thinking that with the Qiankun Sword by his side, he could easily deal with any danger he encountered and turn it into safety.
With the Qiankun Sword's blessing, Li Baolong couldn't stay idle. Early that morning, he got ready and headed straight to the nearby police station's service hall. What was he going to do? He was there to apply for a passport and visa for traveling abroad. This kid had already planned ahead; he intended to go to Myanmar to take a look. Why? Because he kept thinking about news of his cousin, Huang Jian.
While waiting in the lobby to complete the formalities, Li Baolong pondered, "I wonder if I can find any clues about my cousin in Myanmar this time, but no matter what, I have to give it a try." He was filled with anticipation that this trip to Myanmar would bring him some good news about his cousin, and he also hoped that he could have a smooth journey in this foreign land, and preferably discover more secrets of the Qiankun Sword so that he could one day be a chivalrous hero like those great knights!
That evening, Li Baolong gathered with the two beautiful women, Honghong and Yuanyuan, for a sumptuous dinner. The candlelight flickered on the table, creating a warm and romantic atmosphere. They savored the delicious food while enjoying two bottles of full-bodied red wine. As the conversation flowed, laughter filled the air, and the atmosphere grew increasingly lively.
After a few rounds of drinks, Li Baolong enthusiastically shared, "I plan to set off for Yunnan tomorrow, and then from there go abroad to Myanmar to experience the exotic culture." Upon hearing this news, Sister Honghong and Yuanyuan both showed concerned expressions, urging Li Baolong to pay attention to his safety and hoping that he would return safely soon.
After dinner, time slipped away quietly, and night deepened. Under the meticulous care of Sister Honghong and Yuanyuan, Li Baolong felt utterly exhausted and quickly drifted into a sweet dream. When the first rays of morning sunlight streamed into the room, Li Baolong slowly awoke. After a good night's rest, he was now refreshed and radiant; the exhilarating three-person "battle" of the previous night seemed to have left him feeling no fatigue whatsoever.
After a quick wash, Li Baolong didn't say goodbye to the two beautiful women, but instead chose to leave without saying hello. He drove home alone at breakneck speed. Once home, he quickly packed his bags and rushed to the airport, embarking on his journey to Yunnan.
After several hours' drive, Li Baolong finally arrived at the Ruili Port. The place was bustling with activity; the streets were lined with small shops selling jade and gemstones, their dazzling array of jewelry and jade items overwhelming the eye. In addition, many customers were gathered together, enthusiastically participating in jade gambling activities, with exclamations and cheers frequently erupting from the scene.
Li Baolong was deeply attracted by the scene before him and couldn't help but stop and watch for a while. Afterwards, he decided to find a place to stay in Ruili first, to rest and recuperate, so that he could pass through the border inspection smoothly the next day and officially step into the mysterious land of Myanmar.
Li Baolong booked a luxury hotel, which was also the best hotel in town. With a gentle evening breeze, Li Baolong decided to go out and sample some local delicacies.
He strolled through the streets, following the enticing aromas, and soon found a thriving food stall. The stall owner skillfully prepared the food, and in no time, a steaming bowl of delicious, colorful, and fragrant local specialties was placed in front of Li Baolong. He couldn't wait to pick up his chopsticks and begin to devour the food; the unique flavor instantly won over his taste buds.
After finishing his snacks, Li Baolong went shopping at a nearby supermarket. He picked out a case of bottled water, some delicious sausages, and soft, sweet bread. After paying, he carried his purchases back to the hotel.
Entering the room, Li Baolong carefully placed the groceries he had bought into his magical space. The space was currently less than a third full, still able to hold many more items. Then, he went into the bathroom, turned on the shower, and let the warm water wash over his body, washing away his fatigue. After his shower, Li Baolong felt incredibly comfortable and relaxed. He climbed onto the soft bed and soon drifted off to sleep.
当第二天清晨的第一缕阳光透过窗户洒在床上时，李宝龙悠悠转醒。他迅速起床洗漱完毕，收拾好行李，前往边境口岸。经过漫长的等待，终于轮到他排队通过安检。一切手续办妥之后，他过了口岸踏上了缅甸的土地。
然而，此时的李宝龙并不知道，在缅甸这片神秘的土地上，一场惊心动魄的腥风血雨正在等待着他。
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