Shi Lan clenched her fists, recalling the movements the original owner used when sparring with her senior brother.
Will-o'-the-wisp's long legs were slightly bent, and a blackish-gray vortex of air rose from his palms. His round eyebrows and eyes carried a chilling aura.
The night breeze rustled the leaves, and Shi Lan tentatively took a step forward. After all, she had never fought anyone before, and for a moment she was still a little timid.
Seeing her trembling appearance, Ghost Fire gave a cold smile, pursed his crimson lips into a line, slightly tightened his wrists, and suddenly exerted force with his legs, shooting towards Shi Lan like a bolt of lightning.
Shi Lan let out a low cry and hurriedly activated his vital energy, condensing golden energy in his palm and transforming it into a blade to slash at the ghost fire.
In the last battle, Ghostfire had suffered from her powerful energy because she underestimated her opponent. Now that she was charging at him head-on, Ghostfire naturally refused to engage her in a direct confrontation.
Shi Lanjian's ghostly figure flickered, like a falling leaf flying left and right past him, landing gracefully two steps behind him.
Shi Lan was stunned for a moment, then her eyes darted around before she figured out the key to it.
The Ghost Fire Technique leans towards Yin and softness, with moves mainly characterized by ghostly and elusive movements. In contrast, Shi Lan cultivates the Buddha's Nine Revolutions Body Refining Technique, which is righteous and upright, and specifically designed to counter ghosts and demons of the underworld.
In their battle, Ghostfire had a slight advantage due to his higher cultivation level, but as long as Shilan fought steadily, Ghostfire couldn't withstand her for a while. In addition, both of them were injured, and Shilan's chest was constantly aching, while Ghostfire's appearance changed drastically because of it.
Both have their strengths and weaknesses, and it's really hard to say who would win if they fought.
Having figured out the relationships involved, Shi Lan's anxious heart calmed down, and her damp palms finally stopped sweating.
As soon as the will-o'-the-wisp landed, he understood the implications perfectly. At this moment, his face was so black it looked like ink could drip from it.
Shi Lan spread out her fair, fleshy fingers, looked up at the will-o'-the-wisp, and smiled brightly, "Since you've already made your move, why did you dodge? This isn't like the will-o'-the-wisp I know!"
Ghostfire pursed his lips, clenched his long fingers into a fist, and remained silent, but his feet moved rapidly, rushing towards Shi Lan once again.
Shi Lan's expression tightened, and she quickly clenched her fist and went to meet him.
Under the bright moonlight, the brilliant, dazzling gold intertwined with the eerie, sinister black light, entangled together in the small clearing where the shadows of the trees swayed.
Not far away, Zhao Chao struggled to get up from the ground. Because he had suddenly lost his cultivation, his movements were weak and his legs were powerless. Xu Jiao tried to support herself with her arms several times, but she couldn't get up from the ground. It was Zhao Chao who helped her up.
Seeing the two locked in a fierce battle, completely oblivious to everything else, Zhao Chao pulled Xu Jiao away quietly, slowly disappearing into the shadows of the trees.
As Shi Lan fought, his movements gradually became more skillful, and his sense of combat became more refined with each clash. On the other hand, Gui Huo's movements gradually slowed down because he was worried about restraining Shi Lan's energy. Although he was experienced in fighting, he still showed a hint of weakness.
Shi Lan smiled slightly, her movements a little slower, still having the energy to glance at the distance.
Suddenly she stopped, her eyes fixed on the spot behind the will-o'-the-wisp, and exclaimed, "Stop hitting it! The person has escaped!"
Will-o'-the-wisp turned around, looking at the empty open space. His lips tightened, and his delicate eyebrows furrowed into a deep frown. "Chase them. They're crippled now. They can't get far."
Shi Lan reached out and grabbed the will-o'-the-wisp, her bright eyes curving into crescent moons. "Don't rush me. We agreed that if I win, you have to grant me a request."
Will-o'-the-wisp turned its head, staring coldly at Shi Lan.
The will-o'-the-wisp's gaze was extremely oppressive; staring at it so intently, almost no one could resist the chilling aura emanating from it.
But some people dared to brave the freezing cold, squinting as they made a demand: "Why don't we follow those two and see what else they can do?"
Ghostfire pursed his lips, his eyes turning to the arm that Shi Lan was holding.
Seeing that he was staring intently at her hand, Shi Lan quickly let go and whispered, "You're not planning to go back on your word, are you?"
Will-o'-the-Wisp casually flicked his ice blade and said succinctly, "Follow me."
After saying that, he leaped into the forest in a flash.
Shi Lan smiled faintly, then channeled two bursts of energy into the two who were still unconscious. After hearing them utter soft sounds, she stamped her foot and followed suit.
In Heqing Town, Zhao Chao led Xu Jiao into a clothing shop in a disheveled state. A quarter of an hour later, the two emerged, dressed impeccably.
It was still early, and there weren't many people coming and going in the market near the shops. Zhao Chao looked around and saw a fair-skinned, plump man dressed in silk picking through the items in front of the vendors.
Zhao Chao gently tugged at Xu Jiao and whispered, "Jiao-mei, that man just gathered his qi vortex not long ago, go and lure him here..."
Xu Jiao looked up at the fat, pig-like man and frowned, saying, "Brother Chao, that guy looks like a good-for-nothing. Even if he has gathered his qi vortex, he doesn't have much vital energy."
Zhao Chao glared at her and said, "Is this the time to be picky? Now that our Qi vortexes have dissipated and you're injured, if you don't quickly find a way to replenish your vital energy, are you going to be a useless person for the rest of your life?"
Upon hearing this, Xu Jiao clutched her empty dantian. Thinking of Shi Lan's slap last night, she gritted her teeth in hatred, "It's all that bitch Shi Lan's fault. I was still thinking about our past relationship and couldn't bring myself to do it."
Zhao Chao impatiently pushed her, "Alright, stop talking nonsense and hurry up, that person is leaving."
Because of her injury, Xu Jiao was unsteady on her feet and almost fell to the ground when Zhao Chao pushed her.
Just as the man finished selling his goods and was about to leave, Xu Jiao let out a soft "Ouch!" and took the opportunity to slump over.
The man kept his head down and didn't notice the person next to him at all. Xu Jiao fell right into his arms.
Her charming eyes looked at him softly, her pink and white lips trembling slightly. Combined with her pale face from her injury, she had a delicate and pitiful air about her.
The man was surprised for a moment, but when he saw Xu Jiao's face tilted up, looking so charming, he squinted at her for a while. His fat hand, which had been supporting her waist properly, slowly moved back and forth. "Is my beauty frightened?"
As he spoke, he tightened his arms, and immediately felt a soft, tender texture in his chest that was different from that of a man.
Xu Jiao gave a low hum and awkwardly raised her arm to try and create some distance.
The man casually stuffed the newly bought accessories into his waistband, wrapped one arm tightly around her waist, and brazenly reached for Xu Jiao's chest with the other.
Xu Jiao was so shocked that her face turned pale. She quickly broke free from the man's embrace, using both hands and feet. "Senior brother, what... what are you going to do?"
The man looked her up and down, frowned, and said, "Senior brother? You're short of breath, your lower body is unsteady, and your arms are weak. What right do you, a woman like you, have to call me senior brother?"
The man's words were harsh and contemptuous, mercilessly pointing out Xu Jiao's physical condition and the fact that although she wore her hair in a girl's bun, she was no longer a virgin.
Xu Jiao's face suddenly turned red, and she turned to leave.
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