Immortality Martial Arts: Starting from the Sword Drawing Technique

Chapter 16 A sliding shovel...

Walking on the winding path, there are thorn bushes along the way. Fortunately, there are many people passing by on weekdays, and these difficult plants do not completely block the road.

Although the walk was very difficult, after a morning's journey, they finally reached the foot of the mountain.

After putting down the package and opening the luggage, Panga took out some food such as steamed buns and fruits, and began the ritual of worshiping the old leader.

Worshiping the old leader is an ancient ginseng picking ritual that many ginseng pickers follow.

The purpose is to pray for a smooth and safe process of gathering ginseng.

It is said that this ritual originated from a ginseng collector named Sun Liang.

It is no longer possible to verify what era Sun Liang was from.

According to legend, Sun Liang went up the mountain to collect ginseng alone in order to treat his mother's illness, but unfortunately got lost on the way. Before he died of starvation, he determined to be a guide in the mountains after his death, specifically to guide the direction of the unfortunate people.

Therefore, people respect him as the old leader and regard him as the ancestor of those who went into the mountains to collect ginseng!

Although most of the residents of Changsheng Town are warriors, they also selectively abide by the rules of the ginseng collectors.

Among them, the most observed one is the ritual of worshiping the old leader.

First of all, Changyin Mountain is too big, with endless mountains and a forest like a green ocean. Even a Qi and Blood Realm warrior who loses his way will probably never get out of this forest again.

Secondly, the process of worship requires piety, and the sacrifices are not important. Fruit and steamed buns are all fine.

Therefore, this ritual does not cost much.

Just asking for peace of mind, few people will refuse.

After setting up a few stones, a simple altar was ready. Fruit buns and other sacrifices were placed on it, incense was burned, and the two began the worship ceremony.

"Let's go, it's time to officially go up the mountain. I hope this trip to the mountain to carry the treasure will be smooth sailing and full of rewards!"

After the worship, Panga carried his package and said with a smile.

Gathering ginseng is also called carrying a treasure, or carrying a stick.

“Finally we’re going into the mountains.”

Lin Bei looked up and saw a series of mountain peaks in front of him, full of green, like an ocean rolling with green waves, with no end in sight.

The two people standing in front of this green ocean are like a drop in the ocean, insignificant.

"Actually, there is another rule when going into the mountains to collect ginseng, that is, the number of people must be an odd number when entering the mountains, and an even number when leaving the mountains."

"We generally regard spiritual ginseng as a person. If an odd number goes into the mountain and carries a stick down the mountain, the number of people is considered an even number. As the saying goes, good things come in pairs. This is more auspicious."

"However, this rule is too troublesome for warriors like us who are used to being undisciplined, and few people follow it."

Panga opened the way with a rope stick and turned around to introduce some rules for ginseng pickers.

Although Lin Bei already understood these rules, he still listened carefully.

It was not far from the foot of the mountain to enter the forest, and the road was not difficult. Soon the two of them entered the forest.

Different from the foot of the mountain, the forest is dark and humid. The tall and dense towering trees block the sunlight. Only a few sparse rays of sunlight hit the ground through the gaps in the forest.

It's very cold here and unusually quiet.

In addition to the chirping of insects and birds, only the occasional mountain breeze blew through, causing the leaves to rustle.

"Why does it feel so eerie!"

Lin Bei rubbed his arms and felt the coolness from all around him entering his body along the pores of his skin.

"Hey, it's like this in most areas in the mountains. People with poor health will get into trouble sooner or later if they stay in a place like this for a long time."

"However, we warriors have strong qi and blood, and these damp and evil yin qi will not have much impact on us. I believe you will get used to it soon."

Pan Ga explained and continued to lead Lin Bei on his way.

Lin Bei said nothing, while looking at the surrounding scene, he used a rope pick to clear the road in front of him.

The two walked side by side, always paying attention to their feet and surroundings.

First, it is to prevent attacks by poisonous insects and beasts.

Secondly, it is to observe whether there are any traces of Blood Spirit Ginseng.

Although we are still on the edge of Changyin Mountain, the probability of discovering Blood Spirit Ginseng is extremely low, but it is not impossible.

Many European emperors have collected blood ginseng in the marginal areas, so it’s never wrong to pay attention.

There were no words along the way, just walking and stopping.

Lin Bei had been rushing all afternoon, and Lin Bei had no idea how long he had been traveling.

Wiping the sweat from his forehead, he raised his head and looked around. All he could see were the trees high in the clouds and the green curtain of leaves above his head that blocked the sun.

Sudden.

"Be careful, there are big insects!"

With an exclamation, Panga pulled out the sword from his waist with a clang, held it in front of him like lightning, and at the same time moved quickly to the side.

Just the moment he completed these actions.

With a whoosh, I saw a huge afterimage whizzing past, and with the sound of gold and iron clanking, the two shadows quickly separated.

The huge figure landed lightly, and only then did Lin Bei see its appearance clearly.

The sturdy body is covered with interlaced yellow and white stripes, the muscles of the limbs are knotted and full of strength, and the claws are extremely sharp, as if made of fine iron.

On the head as big as a barrel, a pair of striking eyes were fierce and majestic, with the pressure of the king of beasts, staring at Lin Bei and the two.

What's even more terrifying is its open bloody mouth, its sharp teeth like four swords, revealing the aura of death.

"Tiger!"

Lin Bei took a breath, but he didn't expect to encounter the forest overlord as soon as he entered the mountain.

"Roar!"

The tiger's limbs cooperated quickly, adjusting its position the moment it landed, curling up its forelimbs slightly, and roared towards the two of them.

The extremely powerful roar, like the roar of a bell, exploded in his ears, causing Lin Bei's ears to sting!

"Damn beast!"

Panga was caught off guard by the tiger's sudden sneak attack, leaving two shallow claw marks on his chest.

Fortunately, he was a warrior at the fourth level of Qi and Blood and had extensive experience in the mountains and forests, otherwise he would have died from this blow.

"Don't worry too much. Tigers are known as jungle hunters. They are always used to sneak attacks and hunt. Once the sneak attack fails, they usually won't fight for a long time!"

Pan Ga held the knife, with a tense expression on his face, and slowly moved closer to Lin Bei.

Being familiar with the habits of big insects, he opened his mouth to explain.

"Besides, with the strength of the two of us, we don't necessarily need to be afraid of this beast! Just plunder the formation for me later."

Staring into the tiger's eyes, Pan Ga was not timid at all.

"Come on, beast!"

He cursed loudly, and the hand holding the knife was ready to attack. As long as the tiger pounced forward, it was bound to encounter his thunderous counterattack.

However, this eye-catching white-fronted tiger did not launch an attack quickly. Instead, it lowered its body and circled towards the two of them, letting out penetrating roars from its mouth.

Panga and the tiger looked at each other, and their steps followed the tiger's movements, with their energy and energy highly concentrated.

Of course he knew that the beast was looking for its own weakness.

Once it finds an opportunity, it will face a fatal blow.

"It's time for the slide!"

Linbei and Panga maintain a certain interval, and are horns to each other, forming a triangle with the tiger.

Although it was his first time to face such a big guy as strong as an ox, Lin Bei didn't have much fear in his heart.

Since even Pan Ga has the confidence to fight with him, Lin Bei feels that with his own strength, there is no need to be afraid!

Now, he only lacks a chance to slide!

Please collect and read!