He already knew that the person who poisoned the Miao village was from the Youying Sect. And the sect leader of the Youying Sect was Chi Yan, a former outcast of the Gu Village.
Chi Yan was exceptionally intelligent and displayed extraordinary talent for Gu magic from a young age. However, he was wicked and devoted himself to studying evil Gu techniques, committing numerous heinous acts.
Rewind twenty years, to a stormy night with thunder and lightning, the entire Gu Village was shrouded in a somber atmosphere.
Chi Yan, in his depraved act of using living people to test his Gu poison, caused the innocent deaths of two members of his clan, thoroughly enraging the village chief and the entire village.
Anger burned in everyone's eyes, driving him out of the village.
In the midst of the chaos and fear of parting, Chi Yan took advantage of everyone's inattention to steal the "Wu Xian's Secretly Transmitted Hundred Gu Chart," a treasure passed down through generations in the Gu Village, and also took a Gu King with him.
From then on, he disappeared without a trace. When he reappeared, he had already switched allegiance and joined the Shadow Sect, becoming irreconcilable enemies with the Gu Village.
"Now it seems that the source of the rampant Gu poison in the Shadow Sect must be this book." The clan leader, his face full of worry, his wrinkles deepening, his voice weary, said, "Chi Yan is holding a grudge and is determined to take revenge on us!"
Upon hearing this, Liu Feng frowned and asked, "Does the clan leader know where the Shadow Sect is hiding?"
The clan chief shook his head, his tone heavy: "The Shadow Sect is hidden deep in a valley filled with miasma, surrounded by mazes. Once outsiders step into it, they are trapped in a labyrinth, their fate uncertain. That place is called 'Ghost Valley,' one of the most dangerous places in the Southern Frontier."
At this moment, Ayi stepped forward.
She was only fifteen or sixteen years old, with a slender figure but a strong will. Her long, black hair was simply tied behind her head, and her small nose was slightly wrinkled, as if she had made a great decision.
“I know how to get there!” her clear voice rang out.
The clan chief was alarmed and quickly tried to dissuade her: "Ayi, you mustn't! That place is extremely dangerous. How can a girl like you risk your life? Let's think of another way."
Ayi said firmly, "Grandpa, Brother Liu saved so many people in our village, I should repay this kindness. Besides..."
She lowered her voice, "I secretly followed those who use witchcraft and know a route."
Liu Feng looked at Ayi, secretly admiring the girl's courage. He turned to the clan chief and said, "Clan chief, rest assured, I will protect Ayi."
The clan chief hesitated for a long time before finally nodding helplessly, "Alright. But you must be careful. That Chi Yan..."
He hesitated, his lips trembling slightly, and finally just sighed softly, as if swallowing a thousand words, "Never mind, you may go."
After taking only a few steps, the clan chief seemed to remember something, hurriedly turned around, and strode into the house.
A moment later, he carefully walked out, holding a yellowed sheepskin map in both hands, and presented it to you: "This was drawn by the ancestors of my Gu Village. It records part of the terrain of the wild land of the Southern Frontier. Perhaps it can be of some help to you."
Liu Feng took the ancient map, gently unfolded it, and scanned it inch by inch with his eyes.
The terrain is marked with ancient witch symbols: dense forests, swamps, poisonous springs, cliffs, and the legendary "Ghost Valley" where the Shadow Sect is said to be located.
"The Shadow Sect is skilled in Gu poison. Anyone who enters Ghost Valley without a way to remove the Gu poison may meet with misfortune."
The clan chief hesitated for a moment, then handed over a small wooden box. "This is 'Gu-repelling incense,' which can temporarily suppress ordinary Gu poison. Take it with you for self-defense."
Liu Feng raised his hand and pushed the wooden box back, his expression indifferent: "This is unnecessary. I have my own way of dealing with it."
A flicker of surprise crossed the clan chief's eyes, but he quickly understood. He nodded slightly, his gaze full of expectation.
“I observe that you, my benefactor, possess an extraordinary bearing and are certainly no ordinary person. If you can truly remove the Youying Sect, this malignant tumor, and save my Miao village from disaster, then that would be the greatest favor to our Gu Village, and the entire village, young and old, will remember your great kindness.”
Liu Feng put away the ancient map: "Clan leader, rest assured, I will do my best."
After leaving the Gu Village, Liu Feng and Ayi hurried along the mountain path, heading straight for Ghost Valley.
Sunlight filtered through the gaps in the trees, casting dappled shadows, but the two were in no mood to appreciate it.
Along the way, Ayi walked cautiously ahead, relying on her memory to carefully avoid the poisonous insect traps hidden in the grass.
She was both excited and nervous, glancing back at Liu Feng every now and then.
"Brother Liu," she finally couldn't help but ask, "Aren't you really afraid of the Gu poison?"
Liu Feng smiled slightly and said calmly, "I'm not afraid."
Ayi's eyes widened, her face full of admiration: "Brother Liu, you're amazing!"
Liu Feng smiled faintly: "These are just some petty tricks. As for you, at such a young age, you dared to track down the people of the Shadow Sect all by yourself. Your courage is commendable."
Ayi's cheeks flushed slightly as she muttered to herself, "I just want to do something for the village."
The two traveled quickly and soon arrived at a dense forest.
Ayi stopped and pointed ahead, her voice trembling slightly: "Brother Liu, once we cross this valley, I won't be familiar with it anymore."
Liu Feng looked in the direction she was pointing and saw that the valley was shrouded in mist and clouds, and looked eerie and strange.
He whispered, "Let's follow the map, stay close to me, and don't panic."
Ayi nodded obediently, and the two slowly stepped into the valley.
As soon as you enter, you are immediately hit by a chilling aura. The mist seems to have come alive, wrapping around you in wisps and obstructing your vision.
Suddenly, a rustling sound came from the bushes on the left, and a dark blue figure crawled out—it was a giant venomous scorpion!
Its entire body is dark blue, its tail spines are raised high, and its venom drips onto the ground, instantly withering the grass and making a "sizzling" sound.
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