ebookland Chapter 144 I'm Really a Big Licker
Chapter 144 I'm Really a Big Licker
Manniu led everyone deep into the valley.
However, he didn't feel much anticipation or excitement. He wasn't particularly interested in the elixir of immortality; he had come here solely on the orders of the guardian. At that moment, he gazed at the solemn and mysterious temple before him, his eyes gleaming with curiosity.
The temple's walls are built of huge stones, each of which seems to contain some mysterious power. The temple's door is tightly closed, and the door is carved with complex patterns and symbols, making it impossible to peek into the secrets within.
"Is this the legendary temple? It is indeed extraordinary!" His voice echoed in the empty desert, carrying a hint of awe and expectation.
Everyone followed the Bull's footsteps, approaching the ancient temple step by step. Their faces were filled with tension and curiosity. After all, this was a legendary temple, who wouldn't want to explore it?
However, just as they were about to enter the temple, a strange roar suddenly erupted, shattering the desert's tranquility. Everyone stopped and looked around warily. Then, a swarm of bizarre insects swarmed from all directions, their bodies twisting and emitting terrifying roars, as if they were about to devour everyone.
"Be careful! These bugs are poisonous!" Li Qiankun shouted. He was an experienced explorer with a keen intuition for all kinds of danger. Upon hearing this, everyone unleashed their skills and engaged in a fierce battle with these strange bugs.
The battle was fierce, the strange insects numerous and fiercely aggressive. They attacked the crowd repeatedly, attempting to break through their defenses. The crowd, relying on their own martial arts and wisdom, engaged in a desperate struggle with the strange insects. Amidst the flashing swords and clashes, the strange insects fell one after another, but their number seemed endless, making them extremely difficult to deal with.
After a fierce battle, the group finally drove back the monster insects. They stood there, breathless, looking at the insect carcasses scattered across the ground, their hearts filled with a sense of relief at having survived. However, at this moment, their hearts grew heavy.
"What secrets does this temple hold? Why are there so many strange insects guarding it?" Li Qiankun wondered. He carefully observed the temple's structure and style, realizing it resembled a tomb more than a temple. This revelation reminded him of Wu Gensheng, the once-famous and enigmatic figure. Perhaps Wu Gensheng had discovered some secret here, or perhaps concealed some truth.
As everyone was lost in thought, Granny Jinfeng suddenly lost herself in memories. Her eyes became deep and distant, as if she had returned to the time she had spent with Wu Gensheng.
"Back then, I had an indissoluble bond with Wu Gensheng," Granny Jin Feng began slowly, a hint of emotion in her voice. "Back then, he was young and full of vigor and ambition. And I, in turn, was filled with awe and curiosity about him. We'd gone on adventures together, faced life and death together. However, as time went by, I realized my understanding of him was becoming increasingly limited. He always acted alone and silently, never revealing his whereabouts or plans. I could only wait for news from him outside, looking forward to meeting him again."
At this point, a hint of desolation flashed through Granny Jinfeng's eyes. She knew full well that her relationship with Wu Gensheng had come to an end. But even so, she still couldn't forget the time she spent with Wu Gensheng and the beautiful memories he brought her.
However, at this time Xia Liuqing said jealously: "Mother-in-law, don't forget that I am here! I have always been here with you." There was a hint of dissatisfaction and jealousy in his voice, and he was obviously dissatisfied with Mother-in-law Jinfeng's nostalgia for Wu Gensheng.
Granny Jinfeng gave him a cold look and said, "You? Who are you? I just hope Wu Gensheng can die here, so I can rest in peace." As soon as she finished speaking, Xia Liuqing's face turned pale. He laughed self-deprecatingly and said, "It seems I really am a big bootlicker."
At that moment, a shrill scream suddenly emanated from the direction of the temple. Everyone's heart tightened, unsure of what was happening. Then, the ground began to wriggle, and beetles emerged from the cracks, densely packed across the surface. They looked even more terrifying than the previous monsters, sending shivers down their spines.
"What the hell is this!" exclaimed Zhang Chulan, a young explorer, terrified by this sudden danger.
However, Granny Jinfeng remained remarkably calm. She said calmly, "Don't panic! These beetles are just minor figures." As she spoke, she cut her palm, and blood dripped onto the ground. The beetles, as if confronted by something terrifying, retreated and soon vanished without a trace.
Everyone was stunned. They had never thought that Grandma Jinfeng could use such a simple method to deal with the beetle. Xia Liuqing was even more impressed and kept saying, "Jinfeng, you are amazing!"
Grandma Jinfeng ignored Xia Liuqing's compliment and said lightly: "This is just a little trick, the real challenge is still to come." Her words made everyone feel nervous, wondering what dangers they would encounter next.
Meanwhile, the old Taoist priest, far away in Mount Longhu, also received a letter. He opened it, looked at the words, and a flicker of nostalgia crossed his eyes. It was a letter from a close friend from his youth, and it contained some clues and speculations about the temple.
"Time flies! Decades have already passed in the blink of an eye," the old Taoist lamented. He recalled the Tang Sect's fate, brought down by the First War, and a deep sense of sorrow welled up in his heart. The Tang Sect had once been so glorious, yet now it could only linger in this desolate desert.
"Alas, how many heroes in this world can escape the cruel tricks of fate?" sighed the old Taoist priest.
On the other side, Li Qiankun led Zhang Chulan and others, carefully passing through a dense forest, and came to a huge temple. The entrance of the temple was sealed by a heavy stone door, and the front was engraved with the talisman of the old man.
Zhang Xiyue pushed open the door, and a chilling air hit him. They walked along the passage, only to see bloodstains and broken body parts on the marble floor.
"What...what is this place?" Zhang Chulan covered his mouth, his face pale.
Xinghua was so frightened that she was shaking all over: "It's... too cruel!"
Li Qiankun squatted down and carefully examined the traces on the ground: "It seems that they took such extreme measures to avoid those beetles.
"So what should we do now?" Zhang Chulan asked.
Li Qiankun stood up, a glint of determination flashed in his eyes: "Keep going forward and find out the truth.