The goddess is killing people in the world again

After resolving the matter in Kyoto, Shang Shixu hurried back to Yunqing Sect at full speed.

Along the way, clues and thoughts related to the bloodthirsty formation kept emerging in her mind, surging like a tide.

In Wutong Village, only Mingzhu survived. Shang Shixu originally hoped that Mingzhu could stay in the palace and live a stable life, but Mingzhu insisted on not doing so. She firmly stated that she wanted to practice magic like Shang Shixu and use the skills she learned to save more innocent people.

Faced with Mingzhu's persistence, Shang Shixu had no choice but to agree to take her back to Yunqing Sect.

On the way back, Shang Shixu told Mingzhu about the hardships and difficulties on the path of cultivation. It was like climbing a steep mountain, and every step required tremendous effort.

She warned Mingzhu that she must have an indomitable will, as firm as steel, and fearless courage, like a burning flame, in order to move forward on the path of cultivation.

However, Mingzhu was not intimidated by these words, instead her belief was as firm as a rock.

After returning to Yunqing Sect, Shang Shixu briefly recounted the matter about the bloodthirsty formation.

She knew very well that this matter was far from over. There must be some unknown secrets hidden behind it, and it must be inextricably linked to the Blood Demon, because she found clues of the Blood Demon in the bloodthirsty formation and on the wounds of the villagers in Wutong Village.

So that's it! The Blood Demon is not dead yet, and is still alive. Elder Wujie was shocked when he heard this. You know, he personally used the powerful Mysterious Palm on the Blood Demon! According to common sense, the Blood Demon should have no chance of surviving after such a heavy blow, but how could Shang Shixu's words be false? It seems that the Blood Demon did escape successfully.

In order to prevent this hateful blood demon from wreaking havoc on the world and harming people again, Shang Shixu and the four elders held urgent consultations and decided: immediately start the sect's disciples' journey down the mountain to gain experience, while searching for the blood demon's breath, and at the same time, according to their own group's tasks, eliminate the demons that are wreaking havoc on the world.

However, this training mission is extremely difficult, and the enemies they face will no longer be limited to ordinary demons and monsters. Therefore, each team must be composed of five disciples, and at least two of them must be true disciples.

Therefore, except for the head of the Yunqing Sect, Shang Shixu, and the four elders, including the new disciples who had just joined the sect, everyone in the Yunqing Sect embarked on this dangerous journey of training.

They split up according to the clues provided by the sect, and each group searched along a specific route in order to find more clues about the Blood Demon's whereabouts.

The magic spells mastered by young disciples who have just entered the Taoist sect are still in the elementary stage, and their power and application skills are relatively limited.

It is obvious that this level of ability makes it difficult for them to cope with various complex situations and challenges in the outside world, so it is not wise to let them go down the mountain to gain experience at this time.

After the disciples went down the mountain, Shang Shixu also entered a state of seclusion. His Nascent Soul Realm had already cultivated to the amazing 180th level! It was almost the critical period for a breakthrough.

If it were under normal circumstances, she would never choose to practice in seclusion so hastily.

However, things are different now. She now shoulders the heavy responsibility of being the head of the Yunqing Sect. In addition, the matter of the Blood Demon is imminent. She knows that only by constantly improving her own strength can she better protect the disciples of the Yunqing Sect and the people of the world.

Before deciding to go into seclusion, Shang Shixu was always thinking about Xiyue. She was worried that Xiyue would not be able to find her when she returned, so she wrote a letter and gave it to Elder Youxue for safekeeping in case of emergency.

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Shang Shi'an, Gu Qingyan, Li Tianyu, Lin Luoshui and Lu Chen were divided into a team, which was carefully selected and assembled by Shang Shixu! Before leaving, she also specifically asked Shang Shi'an and Gu Qingyan to take good care of the other three disciples. After all, everyone is of similar age, and they should get along more harmoniously!

And most importantly, Shang Shixu felt that each of the five had their own strengths: Shang Shi'an was smart and resourceful; Gu Qingyan was calm, reserved and thoughtful; Li Tianyu was brave and resolute and had extraordinary martial arts; Lin Luoshui was innocent but not lacking in wit; and Lu Chen was open-minded and optimistic. Such a combination is undoubtedly full of infinite possibilities.

The five of them packed their bags and headed down the mountain based on the clues provided by the sect.

Along the way, the few of them were talking and laughing. When they reached a valley, Shang Shi'an suggested that they take a rest there.

Not far ahead, a clear stream flows by, as if it is a precious gift from nature to travelers.

Shang Shi'an pointed forward and said with a firm look, "There is a stream there. We can go there to get some water."

Upon hearing this, everyone responded and walked briskly towards the stream.

After arriving at the stream, everyone leaned over to scoop up a handful of water to quench their thirst or wash away the dust and fatigue on their faces. After a short rest, they set off again and continued to rush to the next destination.

"Once I go down the mountain, I'm afraid I won't be able to see my master for a whole year." Lin Luoshui couldn't help but sigh, with a hint of reluctance in his tone.

Lu Chen said, "Sister, even if you don't come down the mountain, Master will be in seclusion for cultivation, and it will be difficult for you to see him."

"Of course I know, but there is a difference between staying in Yunqing Sect and going down the mountain to explore." Lin Luoshui smiled and replied.

At this time, Shang Shi'an and Gu Qingyan walked side by side at the front of the team. Gu Qingyan took out an old map, looked at it carefully for a moment and said, "According to the map, the Valley of Wrathful Spirits is just ahead."

"I can already feel the resentment all around me." Shang Shi'an looked solemn, staring closely at the dark and deep valley ahead, where fog and resentment intertwined.

Li Tianyu seemed to be full of anticipation for the upcoming adventure and shouted excitedly: "I think I can smell it!"

"Everyone, please be vigilant!" Shang Shi'an said.

"Yes!" the four answered together.

The Valley of Wrathful Spirits was filled with smoke and cold wind, exuding a creepy and strange atmosphere. Five figures stepped into the valley cautiously, each step filled with vigilance and uneasiness.

Suddenly, a biting cold wind blew, accompanied by bursts of eerie and terrifying laughter, as if coming from the depths of hell.

"Who is it?" Lin Luoshui asked nervously in a low voice, her voice trembling slightly. Although she had gone down the mountain to gain experience in recent years, such an unpleasant voice still made her feel uncomfortable.

"Hahahaha, you're finally here, I've been waiting for a long time!" An ethereal and strange voice echoed in the air.

"Who are you? Why are you here?" Shang Shi'an shouted loudly.

"I am the vengeful spirit trapped here. If you can answer the questions I ask, I will let you pass; but if you answer incorrectly..." The voice of the vengeful spirit became more and more shrill and terrifying, making people shudder.

The five people looked at each other, all of them were puzzled. Faced with such a situation, they didn't know how to deal with it for a moment. At this moment, Gu Qingyan stepped forward and said calmly: "If you have any questions, just ask!"

However, before he finished speaking, the vengeful spirit said coldly: "Wrong answer!"

"You're clearly cheating! You haven't even asked the question!" Lin Luoshui retorted angrily, her beautiful face flushed red with anger.

The vengeful spirit let out a sharp scream, and the whole valley was suddenly filled with a terrifying sound. "You only have one chance. If you still get the answer wrong, you will never leave here!" The voice of the vengeful spirit revealed ruthlessness and determination.

Shang Shian took a deep breath, calmed his mind, and said, "Okay, ask."

"What is the right way?" Ling's voice echoed in the valley.

Everyone fell into deep thought and there was silence for a while. At this time, Li Tianyu muttered softly: "Do what is just..."

"What is justice?" Ling interrupted Li Tianyu.

Li Tianyu's words were interrupted by the vengeful spirit, and everyone fell into deep thought again. "Isn't justice to help the weak and fight against evil?" Lin Luoshui said softly.

"No." Ling's voice sounded.

"Then what exactly is justice?" Gu Qingyan asked with a frown.

The vengeful spirit spoke slowly: "So-called justice is to follow one's heart and stick to morality."

Everyone seemed to understand what he said. At this moment, a glimmer of enlightenment flashed in Shang Shi'an's eyes.

"I understand! Justice is not just external behavior, but also an inner belief!" Shang Shi'an said loudly.

The vengeful spirit was silent for a moment, then slowly dissipated, and the fog in the valley also gradually dissipated.

"It seems we have passed the test." Gu Qingyan breathed a sigh of relief.

"That's right, let's leave here quickly." Li Tianyu urged.

Lu Chen frowned and said in confusion: "That's not right, she is a vengeful spirit, why would she ask us what is justice?"

Lin Luoshui was lost in thought, and responded slowly: "Maybe... maybe she was once a soul that was desperately searching for justice, but for some reason she was trapped here and couldn't escape."

After hearing this, the others fell into deep thought, and seemed to agree with what Lin Luoshui said.

At this time, Shang Shi'an interrupted and said, "What Lu Chen said makes a lot of sense. The resentment in this Resentful Spirit Valley is so strong, how could they let us pass so easily? There must be a mystery hidden in it or a greater crisis is waiting for us."

Just as everyone was discussing this, a strange and inexplicable scream suddenly came from the depths of the valley.

"Everyone must be extra vigilant and cautious. There may be other dangerous hidden dangers lurking here." Shang Shi'an warned everyone with a serious expression.

In an instant, a giant python of enormous size suddenly appeared in front of everyone, constantly spitting out scarlet snake tongue, blocking the way forward.

"This python is so huge!" Lin Luoshui couldn't help but exclaimed in surprise when he saw it.

"You insignificant and lowly human beings, get out of this Valley of Hateful Spirits at once." The giant python opened its bloody mouth and threatened and warned everyone in a deep and powerful voice.

Li Tianyu: "This giant python is not easy to deal with!"

Shang Shi'an's eyes narrowed, and he said in a deep voice: "Everyone be careful, this giant python may be difficult to deal with." As he spoke, he had quietly activated his magic power, ready to take action at any time.

Li Tianyu flashed and rushed forward first, with the sword in his hand emitting cold light, piercing the giant python's vital point. The giant python nimbly avoided the attack and swept its tail fiercely, forcing Li Tianyu back several steps.

Lin Luoshui muttered something, and a ray of light shot out from her hand, turning into a rope, trying to restrain the giant python. The giant python struggled hard, and the rope broke instantly.

Gu Qingyan formed seals with his hands and created a protective barrier, temporarily blocking the giant python's attack. However, the giant python's power was too great and the protective barrier began to crumble.

Seeing that the situation was critical, Lu Chen used his unique skills without hesitation. A ball of fire flew out of his hand and flew towards the giant python. The giant python felt the pain, roared angrily, and pounced on the crowd even more frantically.

Shang Shi'an seized the opportunity, leaped into the air, and the folding fan in his hand shone brightly. He chopped hard at the giant python's head, but the giant python dodged it.

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