ebookland Chapter 222 Double Axe Chop
Chapter 222 Double Axe Chop
On the mountain, trees are densely covered with lush branches and leaves. Although it is early winter and the leaves of the trees have gradually withered, they still stand upright, as if telling the vicissitudes of time.
The withered and yellow firewood lies quietly in the clearing in the forest, as if waiting for someone to pick it up.
At this time, Xuanqing was wearing a dark blue Taoist robe, carrying a bamboo basket on his back, and was bending over to pick up firewood on the ground.
His movements were swift and skillful, and every time he bent down and stretched out his hand, he seemed so calm and unhurried.
Picking up firewood and chopping wood, these seemingly simple tasks are very familiar to Xuanqing.
He has been doing these chores since he first entered Taoism as a child, and has done them countless times now.
On the other side, Xu Wan was wearing a white Taoist robe, flying lightly on the branches, like a dancing butterfly.
She watched Xuanqing laboriously gathering firewood from the ground and said with a playful smile, "Xuanqing, you are truly a good disciple to me. You helped me gather a basket of firewood so quickly."
His words were full of admiration and love for Xuanqing.
In the blink of an eye, Xuanqing had already filled two baskets with firewood, and beads of sweat appeared on his forehead.
Xu Wan found a flat stone and sat down leisurely. She blinked at Xuan Qing.
He said mischievously: "Xuanqing, can you help me chop the firewood?
I've never done such rough work before."
After saying this, she smiled mischievously, as if waiting for Xuanqing's response.
Xuan Qing put down the basket on his back and looked gently at Xu Wan who was sitting on the stone.
He bowed respectfully and said, "Master, there's no need for you to do this kind of rough work."
Hearing this, Xu Wan jumped down from the stone lightly and patted Xuan Qing's shoulder.
With a serious face, he said: "Xuanqing, although I accepted you as my disciple when I was in the human world, I never really taught you anything.
Don't call me Master anymore. It would be bad if others overheard you."
After saying that, Xu Wan sat down on the bluestone again, crossed his legs, and looked relaxed.
Xuanqing was slightly startled by her appearance, then regained his composure.
He bent down and gently tilted the two heavy baskets, and the firewood inside poured out like water.
Then, he carefully searched through the pile of firewood, and soon, two axes shining with cold light appeared in his hands.
He stacked the firewood carefully, placing each piece in an orderly manner.
Then, Xuanqing took a deep breath, held an axe in each hand, and swung them skillfully.
The axe drew graceful arcs in the air, and each fall was accompanied by the crisp sound of wood breaking.
Xu Wan was stunned watching from the side, secretly exclaiming in his heart: This skill of "double axe chopping" is definitely not something that can be mastered overnight!
Xuanqing held two axes in his hands, his movements were swift and powerful.
His eyes were like torches as he stared at the firewood in front of him. His two axes flew around, and each swing was accompanied by a gust of wind.
In the blink of an eye, he had chopped two large baskets of firewood neatly.
Then, he carefully put the firewood into the basket and gently closed the lid. The whole process was smooth and efficient, showing his competence and dexterity.
When he raised his head, his gaze involuntarily fixed on the front.
I saw Xu Wan sitting cross-legged on a piece of bluestone with her hands gently placed on her knees on both sides, her fingers slightly bent, as if resonating with the spiritual energy of the surrounding heaven and earth.
She closed her eyes, her expression focused and solemn, and was practicing meticulously.
Xuan Qing looked at her quietly, and seeing her serious look, a faint smile appeared on the corner of his mouth.
He thought to himself, "Jinglian, I really hope that such a peaceful and tranquil life can continue forever. I will be responsible for chopping wood and doing the labor.
As for you, it is enough to live happily every day."
As Xu Wan's cultivation continued to deepen, her true form gradually became apparent.
The hairpin that was originally tied up neatly in a bun accidentally fell off, causing it to spread out like a waterfall.
What is even more surprising is that her originally shiny black hair turned into pure white hair like snow in the blink of an eye.
At the same time, her snow-white cat ears were quietly revealed, making her look playful and cute.
What is even more shocking is that there are seven snow-white cat tails swaying behind her, like seven lively silk ribbons, dancing in the air.
Xuanqing witnessed all this and felt an indescribable shock in his heart.
He never thought that a cat demon could be so charming.
The seven cat tails sparkled brightly in the sunlight, as if telling the unknown hardships and persistence of Xu Wan.
Legend has it that a cat demon that cultivates nine cat tails can become a cat god, and even the gods have to be in awe of her.
However, this is a road that no cat demon has ever walked on.
Jinglian, you have paid too much and endured too much to be with the Emperor.
You have abandoned your true self, but will the almighty Emperor really love you forever and favor you alone?
Xuanqing wiped away the sweat from his forehead with his sleeves, and the crystal beads of sweat sparkled in the sunlight.
He bent down slightly and picked up the empty basket on the ground.
He took a step forward and continued to move through the woods, searching sharply for more firewood.
Every time he found one, he would pick it up and put it in the basket, as if doing so would make the distracting thoughts in his mind gradually dissipate with every time he bent down and stood up.
As long as he kept himself busy, he would no longer think about the cat demon that haunted him - Xu Wan.
Time passed quietly, Xuanqing's movements became more and more skillful, and soon he had filled two baskets with firewood.
He stopped and his eyes fell on the two baskets of firewood beside him, but he was not in a hurry to pour them out and continue chopping.
His eyes suddenly became soft and deep, as if pulled by some force, and he looked up at Xu Wan who was floating in the air.
She was light and graceful, like a fairy from heaven, with seven cat tails swaying behind her, adding a touch of mystery and charm to her.
Xuan Qing stood quietly, not daring to move again, for fear that the sound of chopping wood would disturb her current practice.
Finally, Xu Wan finished her training and slowly opened her eyes. Her emerald green eyes were like a deep lake, sparkling with wisdom and gentleness.
She landed lightly in front of Xuanqing, and the distance between them was so close that they could feel each other's breath.
Xuanqing stared at her, an indescribable emotion welling up in his heart, that was the yearning and attachment to beautiful things.
He knew that she was a cat demon. In the past, he might have drawn his sword without hesitation.
But at this moment, the emotion in his heart had already transcended the boundaries of race and identity, leaving only deep attachment and reluctance.
Xu Wan stood in front of Xuan Qing with a hint of doubt in her eyes.
Seeing him gazing at her so affectionately, she couldn't help but ask curiously, "Xuanqing, why are you looking at me like that?"
Xuan Qing was silent for a moment, as if trying to gather his thoughts. He finally mustered up the courage to ask the question that had been lingering in his mind: "The Emperor...
Is he good to you? Does he still love you as much as before? "
Xu Wan was slightly stunned when she heard this. She didn't expect Xuan Qing to care about the relationship between her and her master.
Then, a warm smile appeared on her lips, and she replied, "Yes, Master, he is the best master in the world and the one who loves me the most."
After hearing this, Xuanqing felt an inexplicable sense of loss in his heart.
But he quickly adjusted his mood, smiled and nodded, saying: "That's good, I don't object to you being together.
But I’m worried that you, Jinglian, will be wronged.
I hope you can always be yourself and be happy forever."
Xu Wan's face was filled with a satisfied smile. She gently patted Xuan Qing's shoulder, with a sincere light in her eyes.
She smiled and said, "Xuanqing, I, Xu Wan, am so lucky to have a good friend like you!
I am so happy to meet you in this vast sea of people, and I cherish our friendship very much."