mtlumby2d Chapter 404: Medicine Search
Chapter 404: Medicine Search
According to rumors, a miraculous medicine called "Lingxiancao" grows in the Black Wind Valley, the holy land of the Khitan people. This medicine is the only antidote to the "Soul-eating Powder" that the Shaolin abbot Bai Lao was poisoned with. Su Yiyun and Li Qingqing, with chivalrous hearts, resolutely embarked on the difficult journey to the Black Wind Valley after hearing about this, just to save Bai Lao's life and save Shaolin from the pain of losing its leader.
Su Yiyun, with a tall and straight figure like a pine tree, a handsome face with a resolute look, and eyes like deep lake water, with endless determination in his calmness. Li Qingqing, on the other hand, has a graceful figure, a beautiful and refined appearance, and a pair of big eyes that are lively and full of spirit, as if they contain thousands of stars, but her temperament is also very tough, not inferior to that of men.
The two of them fought their way through numerous hardships and finally stepped into the mysterious and dangerous Black Wind Valley. In the Black Wind Valley, the wind howled like ghosts and wolves, and the surrounding mountains were shrouded in a gloomy atmosphere, which made people feel cold. The valley was full of strange rocks and weeds, and there was a mysterious and dangerous atmosphere.
Su Yiyun and Li Qingqing carefully explored the valley, not missing any corner where the "Spiritual Immortal Grass" might grow. They knew that this medicine-hunting mission was arduous. Not only did they have to face this dangerous environment, but they also had to be vigilant against the possible appearance of the Khitans. After all, the Black Wind Valley was a sacred place for the Khitans, and outsiders entering without permission would surely arouse their vigilance.
Finally, in a hidden crevice on the mountain wall, Li Qingqing spotted the legendary "Spiritual Immortal Grass". The grass emitted a faint fluorescence, and its leaves were as green as emerald, which was particularly dazzling in the dark Black Wind Valley.
"Yiyun, look! It's the Lingxian Grass!" Li Qingqing exclaimed in surprise, with irrepressible excitement in her voice.
Su Yiyun came over after hearing the noise. When he saw the fairy grass, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, but he quickly restrained his expression and said in a low voice: "Qingqing, don't say anything yet. This place is dangerous. Let's quickly pick the herbs and leave."
Li Qingqing nodded, and the two of them approached the "Spiritual Immortal Grass" lightly. Su Yiyun looked around vigilantly, holding his sword tightly in his hand, just in case. Li Qingqing carefully stretched out his hand, ready to pick the immortal grass.
Just as Li Qingqing's hand was about to touch the "Spiritual Immortal Grass", suddenly, a sound of horse hooves came from afar, and then a group of knights dressed in Khitan costumes appeared in front of them like a whirlwind. Leading them was a woman dressed in gorgeous clothes, with a beautiful face, but her eyes were full of arrogance and sharpness. She was the Khitan princess.
The Khitan princess pulled the reins, looked down at Su Yiyun and Li Qingqing, and said coldly: "Humph, you two Central Plains people are so bold that you dare to trespass into the holy land of our Khitan people and try to take our Lingxian grass. You are really tired of living!"
Su Yiyun's heart tightened, but he remained calm. He clasped his fists and saluted, saying, "Your Highness, we have our own difficulties. This Lingxian Grass is used to cure the poison that Shaolin Abbot Bai Lao has been poisoned with. I hope Your Highness can show mercy and let us take this medicine away. The Central Plains martial arts world will be grateful."
After hearing this, the Khitan princess laughed up to the sky, her voice full of sarcasm: "Humph, are you grateful? You people from the Central Plains are always cunning, who knows if what you said is true or false. This Lingxian Grass is a sacred object of my Black Wind Valley, how can you take it away just like that?"
Li Qingqing couldn't help but say, "Your Highness, everything we said is true. Mr. Bai is very important to the Central Plains martial arts world. Without this Lingxian grass to detoxify, his life would be in jeopardy. Please, Your Highness, have mercy on us and help us this time."
The Khitan princess glanced at Li Qingqing and said with disdain: "Mercy? Have you people from the Central Plains ever been merciful to us Khitan people? Today, this Lingxian grass has fallen into my hands, so don't even think about taking it away. However, if you can agree to my two conditions, maybe I can consider it."
Su Yiyun frowned and asked, "Princess, please tell me. As long as we can do it, we will do our best."
The Khitan princess' eyes flashed with cunning, and she said, "First, hand over the Shaolin martial arts secrets; second, let the Central Plains man named Bai Zixuan come to see me. As long as you can do these two things, you can take this Lingxian grass away."
Su Yiyun and Li Qingqing were both stunned when they heard this. Su Yiyun thought to himself, the Shaolin martial arts secrets are the treasure of the Shaolin temple, how can they be easily handed over to others? Moreover, although Bai Zixuan knew them, he could not be forced to make such a deal.
Su Yiyun pondered for a moment and said, "Your Highness, the Shaolin martial arts secrets are the inheritance of Shaolin. We have no right to dispose of them. I'm sorry that I can't obey your order. As for Bai Zixuan, he has his own code of conduct and freedom, and we can't force him to come here. I hope Your Highness can change the conditions. We will definitely find a way to compensate Your Highness."
The Khitan princess's expression suddenly changed after hearing this. She snorted coldly and said, "Humph, you are just drinking a forfeit! This princess gave you a chance, but you didn't cherish it. Someone, come and grab that immortal grass for this princess!"
Following the order from the Khitan princess, the group of Khitan knights dismounted and surrounded Su Yiyun and Li Qingqing. Seeing this, Su Yiyun quickly drew his sword, protected Li Qingqing behind him, and said, "Qingqing, be careful, these Khitans are not here with good intentions."
Li Qingqing also drew out his sword, followed closely behind Su Yiyun, and said, "Yiyun, we must guard this Lingxian grass and not let them take it away."
The two sides immediately started fighting. Su Yiyun's swordsmanship was sharp, and every swing of the sword brought a strong internal force, trying to block the attack of the Khitans. Although Li Qingqing was a woman, her swordsmanship was not inferior. She was light and nimble, and she flexibly shuttled through the encirclement of the Khitans, cooperating with Su Yiyun, making it difficult for the Khitans to succeed for a while.
However, the Khitans were numerous and all of them had extraordinary martial arts skills. Gradually, Su Yiyun and Li Qingqing began to find it difficult.
At this moment, the Khitan princess suddenly shouted loudly: "If you two Central Plains people surrender now and tell me the martial arts secrets and the whereabouts of Bai Zixuan, I can spare your lives. Otherwise, when you are caught, you will not be treated so well!"
While fending off the enemy's attack, Su Yiyun responded loudly, "Your Highness, don't even think about it. Even if we risk our lives, we will never agree to your unreasonable request!"
Li Qingqing also shouted: "That's right, we Central Plains people have always been strong-willed and will not succumb to your threats and inducements!"
The Khitan princess was so angry that her face turned red. She gritted her teeth and said, "Well, since you are so ungrateful, don't blame me for being rude! Beat them up and take them down!"
Under the fierce attack of the Khitans, Su Yiyun and Li Qingqing gradually became unable to resist. Su Yiyun had been injured in many places, and his clothes were stained with blood. Li Qingqing was not much better, her hair was a little messy, and fine beads of sweat oozed out of her forehead. The sword in her hand became heavier.
Just when they were about to collapse, suddenly, a figure came from a distance like lightning. Everyone looked closely and found that it was Bai Zixuan who came to help Su Yiyun and Li Qingqing after he learned that they came to Black Wind Valley to look for medicine and was worried about their safety.
When Bai Zixuan arrived, he was furious when he saw the scene in front of him. Without saying a word, he rushed into the enemy camp, the sword in his hand was as swift as a snake out of a cave, and he instantly repelled several Khitans.
"Yiyun, Qingqing, are you okay?" Bai Zixuan asked with concern.
Su Yiyun was delighted when he saw Bai Zixuan coming, and said, "Brother Zixuan, I'm glad you're here. This Khitan princess insisted that we use the Shaolin martial arts secrets to exchange the Lingxian grass with you, it's really too much!"
Bai Zixuan frowned, looked at the Khitan princess, and said, "Your Highness, your request is extremely unreasonable. Shaolin martial arts secrets are the foundation of Shaolin, and I, Bai Zixuan, will not let others manipulate me. If you want the Lingxian Grass, we can find another way to compensate you, but this kind of coercive means is definitely not what a gentleman does."