The Lord God is kneeling on the washboard again

Deep in the forest,

Xing Xuanli was looking at the purple ginseng she had just picked with great joy, completely unaware that danger was quietly approaching.

However, she didn't notice that not far behind her, a pair of dark green eyes were quietly watching her every move. It was a huge black panther, its body hidden in the dense bushes, its muscles tense, ready to pounce.

The black panther moved quietly, each step light and silent, its eyes fixed on Xing Xuanli, as if waiting for the best time to attack.

Xing Xuanli was still immersed in the joy of obtaining precious herbs and had no idea of ​​the impending crisis.

At this moment, a breeze blew by, bringing with it a strange smell. Xing Xuanli suddenly felt an inexplicable unease, but before she could react, the black panther suddenly jumped out of the bushes and pounced on Xing Xuanli with lightning speed.

Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li) dodged the beast's attack, a smile on her lips, "Seventh-level beast?" There was no fear in her eyes, but excitement and challenge instead.

Seeing that its attack missed, the black panther became even more enraged and lunged at Xing Xuanli again with its fangs and claws bared. Xing Xuanli dodged the attack nimbly, like a dancing butterfly.

"Hmph, nothing more than that." Xing Xuanli snorted coldly, and a short sword appeared in his hand, flashing coldly in the mottled light and shadow.

The black panther seemed to be enraged by her provocation, and its roar shook the sky, shaking the branches around it. But Xing Xuanli was unmoved. She saw the right moment, turned sideways, and stabbed the black panther's abdomen with her dagger.

The black panther reacted extremely quickly, kicking its hind legs to avoid the attack. Thus, a fierce fight broke out between the man and the beast in the forest.

Xing Xuanli's clothes were torn by branches, and her hair was a little messy, but her eyes became more determined. "Today is the day you die!" She shouted and rushed towards the black panther again.

She conjured up a guqin from space.

The guqin emanated a mysterious glow, its body intricately carved, its strings gleaming softly in the scattered sunlight filtering through the leaves. Xing Xuanli gently stroked the strings, the smile still lingering, her eyes focused and sharp.

The black panther seemed to sense a strange breath of danger. It took a few steps back, let out a low growl from its throat, and stared vigilantly at Xing Xuanli and the guqin in her hand.

Xing Xuanli gently plucked the strings of her zither, and a clear, melodious sound rang out, echoing through the silent forest. As the sound spread, the air around them seemed to subtly vibrate. Black Panther's eyes gradually grew confused, and his movements slowed.

Xing Xuanli's music grew increasingly rapid, assaulting Black Panther's mind like a raging storm. Black Panther began to spin in circles, appearing restless. Suddenly, Xing Xuanli's tone shifted, becoming passionate and high-pitched. An invisible force burst forth from the strings, charging straight at Black Panther.

The black panther tried to dodge, but it was too late. Hit by the force, its massive body flew backwards and slammed heavily into a tree. It struggled to get up, but found its limbs were already weak.

Soon after, the black panther fell heavily, raising a cloud of dust. Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li) stepped forward without hesitation, gathering strength in her hands. She cracked open its skull, extracted its spirit core, and casually tossed it into the space. Then, she sat in meditation and regulated her breathing.

She closed her eyes tightly, her hands resting naturally on her knees, her breathing gradually becoming steady and deep. The air around her seemed to be influenced by her, slowly flowing, and a faint spiritual energy gathered towards her.

Sunlight filtered through the gaps in the leaves, casting patches of light on her body. Xing Xuanli's (Duanmu Li) complexion gradually grew rosy, and the physical and spiritual energy she had consumed in the previous battle with the black panther was slowly recovering.

Time ticked by, her breathing becoming increasingly steady. After an unknown amount of time, Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li) slowly opened her eyes, a glint of insight flashing in them. She stood up and gently stretched, feeling refreshed and at her best.

"Let's continue looking for herbs." Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li) whispered to herself, then took firm steps and walked deeper into the forest.

On the other side, Luo Lingshan asked the system in her mind: "Where did Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li) go?"

Her brows were furrowed, filled with anxiety and resentment. Ever since she saw Yun Mohan (Nangong Han) taking such good care of Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li) at the hunting grounds, the fire of jealousy had been burning in her heart.

"System, please tell me quickly, I must find her. I want to see what ability she has that can make my senior brother so infatuated with her." Luo Lingshan urged anxiously in her heart.

However, the system did not respond immediately, which made Luo Lingshan even more anxious.

"System, are you deliberately hiding this from me? If you don't answer me, don't expect me to listen to you again!" Luo Lingshan threatened.

After a moment, the system's mechanical voice rang in her mind: "At present, the exact location of Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li) cannot be determined. Further search is required."

Luo Lingshan bit her lip and said bitterly, "Then hurry up and find her. I must find her before my brother does. I won't let her have an easy time."

After saying that, Luo Lingshan quickened her pace and searched the forest for traces of Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li).

Luo Lingshan avoided everyone and entered the forest.

She walked hurriedly, her expression tense and resolute. Branches and weeds occasionally scraped against her skirt, but she paid no heed, her only thought being to find Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li) as quickly as possible.

The forest was eerie and silent, with the occasional chirping of unknown birds adding a touch of eerie atmosphere. But Luo Lingshan showed no sign of retreating; her eyes were firm and determined.

As she was walking, Luo Lingshan suddenly stopped and looked around vigilantly. She felt as if there were a pair of eyes watching her secretly, but she looked around and found nothing.

"No matter who it is, don't try to stop me." Luo Lingshan gritted her teeth and continued to move forward.

At this moment, she had only one thought in her mind, which was to find Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li) and make her disappear from Yun Mohan (Nangong Han).

Luo Lingshan walked deeper and deeper into the forest, and the forest became denser and darker, but she still did not stop and continued to move forward towards the unknown without hesitation.

The hunt was almost over, Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li) had not returned yet, and Yun Mohan (Nangong Han) was extremely anxious.

He paced back and forth in the hunting grounds, his eyes constantly looking into the depths of the forest, his face full of worry and anxiety.

"Why hasn't Li'er come back yet? Is she in danger?" Yun Mohan (Nangong Han) muttered to himself, his hands unconsciously clenched into fists.

His heart beat faster and faster, and every minute and every second of waiting made him feel extremely tormented.

Good brother Lin Luochuan noticed Yun Mohan (Nangong Han)'s uneasiness and asked, "Nangong, are you okay?"

Yun Mohan (Nangong Han) frowned, his eyes still fixed on the depths of the forest, his voice low and anxious: "How can I feel at ease when Li'er hasn't returned yet?"

Lin Luochuan patted his shoulder and comforted him, "Don't worry too much. Maybe your sister-in-law just got lost in the forest. The people we sent will find her soon."

Yun Mohan (Nangong Han) shook his head and sighed, "I hope so, but every moment of waiting is tormenting me."

Lin Luochuan looked at his anxious expression and said, "I'll wait with you. I believe my sister-in-law will return safely."

Yun Mohan (Nangong Han) nodded slightly and said no more words, but his clenched fists and tense body showed his extreme inner anxiety and worry.

At this time, deep in the forest, Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li) adjusted her breath and stood up to return to the hunting ground.

At this time, he happened to meet Luo Lingshan. The moment Luo Lingshan saw Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li), a trace of jealousy flashed in her eyes.

"Hmph, you can actually show up here safe and sound." Luo Lingshan said in a bad tone.

Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li) frowned slightly, her expression cold: "Did I disappoint you?"

Luo Lingshan took a step forward and approached Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li): "Don't be complacent, my brother will see your true face sooner or later."

Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li) smiled lightly, her eyes full of disdain: "That has nothing to do with you."

Luo Lingshan was enraged by her attitude and raised her hand to slap Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li). Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li) dodged easily by moving to the side.

"Luo Lingshan, don't go too far." Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li)'s voice also turned cold.

Luo Lingshan gritted her teeth and said, "I went too far? It was you who stole my brother away!"

Luo Lingshan winked at a few people, her eyes filled with venom, and she gritted her teeth and said, "Teach this bitch a lesson for me, Duanmu Li. If you get dirty, will Senior Brother still want you?"

After receiving the signal, the followers immediately surrounded Xing Xuanli, each with a fierce look on their face.

Xing Xuanli pretended to be afraid and retreated step by step. She covered her chest and looked at Luo Lingshan with a wary face. She said tremblingly, "Luo Lingshan, what do you want to do?"

Luo Lingshan snorted coldly: "What do I want to do? Humph, I want to let you know the consequences of snatching my senior brother from me!" Her eyes were full of viciousness and cruelty, as if she wanted to eat Xing Xuanli alive.

Xing Xuanli's body trembled even more violently, and her voice was filled with tears: "Luo Lingshan, you can't be so unreasonable. You can't force feelings."

Luo Lingshan refused to listen. She took a step forward and approached Xing Xuanli: "Force? As long as I can get my brother back, I can do anything. Today is your end!"

Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li) suddenly stopped and said with a sinister smile: "Luo Lingshan, do you think you can hurt me?"

Her laughter sounded particularly strange in the silent forest, causing Luo Lingshan and her followers to tremble in their hearts.

Xing Xuanli slowly stood up, and the previous fear and trembling disappeared in an instant, replaced by a chilling majesty.

"Just with these little tricks of yours, you think you can show off in front of me?" Xing Xuanli's eyes were as cold as ice, staring straight at Luo Lingshan.

Luo Lingshan was so shocked by her sudden change that she was speechless and stared at Xing Xuanli blankly.

Xing Xuanli took a step forward and continued, "You think I'm afraid of you? How naive!"

At this moment, Xing Xuanli seemed like a different person, emitting a powerful aura that made everyone present feel an invisible pressure.

"Today, I want to see who teaches whom a lesson!" Xing Xuanli crossed her arms and raised a scornful smile at the corner of her mouth.

Luo Lingshan also took out her life-defining magic weapon and fought against Xing Xuanli. The magic weapon in Luo Lingshan's hand shone brightly, and a powerful wave of power emanated from it.

Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li) is an embroidery needle. She gently picked up the seemingly inconspicuous embroidery needle, but her eyes were full of confidence and calmness.

Luo Lingshan launched the first attack, her life-defining magic weapon charging at Xing Xuanli with fierce momentum. Xing Xuanli dodged the blow with a flick of her finger, deftly avoiding it. Then, with a flick of her finger, the embroidery needle transformed into a streak of light, flying towards Luo Lingshan.

Luo Lingshan hurriedly waved her magic weapon to resist. The two magic weapons collided with each other, making a loud noise, and the surrounding trees were rustling.

Xing Xuanli was not in a hurry. She controlled the embroidery needle to constantly change the direction of attack. Luo Lingshan gradually couldn't stand it anymore, and beads of sweat appeared on her forehead.

"Hmph, is this all you can do?" Xing Xuanli sneered.

Luo Lingshan gritted her teeth and increased her mana output once more, her life-defining magic weapon radiating even brighter light. However, Xing Xuanli's embroidery needle was as agile as a dragon, repeatedly breaking through Luo Lingshan's defenses.

The battle became more and more intense. Xing Xuanli always had the upper hand, while Luo Lingshan seemed to be increasingly unable to cope.

Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li) faced Luo Lingshan's shadow and made clothes. The system shouted in Luo Lingshan's mind: "Host, she wants to take your three souls and seven spirits!"

Luo Lingshan's face turned pale upon hearing this, and an unprecedented fear surged in her heart. She had never imagined that Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li) would be so cruel.

"How is this possible? How could she know such a vicious spell?" Luo Lingshan muttered to herself in horror.

However, Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li) showed no sign of letting up her attack. She formed seals with her hands quickly, muttering something, and a mysterious force surged from her fingertips, heading straight for Luo Lingshan's shadow.

Luo Lingshan tried to resist, desperately activating her own life-defining magic weapon to resist this terrifying force, but she found that her resistance seemed so powerless in front of Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li).

"No! I can't let her take away my soul like this!" Luo Lingshan shouted in despair.

At this moment, the atmosphere around became increasingly tense, as if even the air had frozen.

Luo Lingshan was defeated and fell to the ground, gasping for breath, her eyes filled with fear and despair.

Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li) pressed on, with no trace of mercy on her face. Every time she took a step forward, Luo Lingshan couldn't help but retreat a little.

"You...don't come over here!" Luo Lingshan shouted in a trembling voice.

Luo Lingshan called out to the system in her heart: "Save me! Save me!" However, the system seemed to have fallen into a deep sleep and did not respond at all.

Luo Lingshan's face grew paler, beads of sweat rolling down her forehead. She opened her eyes in despair, staring at the approaching Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li), her heart filled with regret and fear.

"Why? System, why don't you save me?" Luo Lingshan screamed frantically in her heart.

At this time, Xing Xuanli (Duanmu Li) had already come in front of Luo Lingshan, looking down at her with eyes as cold as ice.

Luo Lingshan said in a trembling voice: "Xing Xuanli, as long as you let me go, I will never dare to do it again."

At this moment, Yun Mohan arrived, his voice slightly anxious. He stepped forward and hugged Xing Xuanli, his body trembling as he choked with sobs, "Li'er, you scared me to death."

After saying that, Yun Mohan grabbed Xing Xuanli's head and kissed her, ignoring Luo Lingshan on the ground. Xing Xuanli was startled at first, then slowly closed her eyes and responded to his kiss.

At this moment, it seemed as if time had stopped and everything around them no longer mattered. Yun Mohan's kiss was passionate and deep.

Luo Lingshan watched the two kissing passionately, her eyes nearly blazing with fire. Her hands were clenched into fists, her nails digging deep into her palms, yet she felt no pain at all.

"Why? Why is it her (Duanmu Li)!" Luo Lingshan screamed madly in her heart, jealousy and anger made her face distorted.

She stared at the embracing figures, her lips bitten until they bled. Tears welled up in her eyes, but she forced herself not to let them fall, as she felt that was a sign of weakness.

"I won't give up like this, Duanmu Li, just wait for me!" Luo Lingshan gritted her teeth and cursed in a low voice.

At this moment, her heart was filled with hatred and resentment. She turned and stumbled away, her back looking extremely lonely and desolate. However, her eyes, full of resentment, seemed to foreshadow that there would be more conspiracies and turmoil waiting for Xing Xuanli and Yun Mohan.