The Return of Stars to the Jianghu

Chapter 156 Mysterious Heroine Kills the Netherworld Wolf with Her Sword

On the continent of Huanchen, in Qingzhou, the northern border of the Cai Kingdom.

“I understand, Chu Ji,” Qi Yuan replied seriously, knowing full well the great responsibility of flying. “During the flight, I will pay extra attention to those no-fly zones to ensure our journey is safe and sound.”

“Besides the known no-fly zones, we also need to be wary of places that may harbor unknown dangers,” Dugu Xin added. “For example, mountains that are shrouded in thick clouds and fog all year round, or deep, bottomless lakes. These places may hide powerful monsters or traps that we don’t know about.”

“Indeed, the path of the martial world is fraught with peril, filled with unknown challenges at every turn.” Qi Yuan nodded in agreement. “But it is precisely these dangers that forge our resilience and strength. I will remain vigilant at all times and act with caution.”

“It’s getting late, why don’t we find a safe place to rest?” Chu Ji looked up at the sky and suggested, “The river ahead looks quite calm, why don’t we moor the Lingyun Boat there and spend the night on the boat?”

“I agree,” He Shihui said immediately. “Let’s take turns keeping watch at night so that everyone can get some rest. I can arrange to keep watch at midnight.”

“Okay, let’s arrange it like this.” Qi Yuan nodded in agreement and began to assign the order of night watch. “Tonight I will take the night watch first, then Dugu Xin, then Chu Ji, He Shi Hui, you will take the midnight watch, and Ji Mi, you will take the last watch before dawn.”

Everyone agreed and began to act according to Qi Yuan's plan. As night fell, the Lingyun Boat rested quietly in the river, its lights flickering in the darkness, adding a touch of warmth to the night in this martial world.

Qi Yuan sat at the bow of the boat, his eyes sharp as he warily scanned his surroundings. The martial world in the night seemed shrouded in mystery, making it even more unfathomable. But Qi Yuan's heart was filled with determination and resolve. He knew that only by constantly facing danger and challenges could he become stronger.

As night deepened, the lights on the ship gradually dimmed. But Qi Yuan remained steadfast at the bow, not daring to slacken his vigilance in the slightest. He knew he bore the heavy responsibility of protecting everyone's safety and could not afford to be negligent in any way.

Just then, a gentle breeze swept by, bringing with it an unusual aura. Qi Yuan immediately became alert, his eyes fixed intently ahead. He saw a dark shadow flash across the night and disappear into the distant mountains and forests.

"Something's wrong!" Qi Yuan shouted immediately, drawing his weapon. The others were also awakened by his shout and rushed out of the cabin.

"What's wrong? What happened?" Chu Ji asked anxiously.

"I just saw a dark shadow flash by ahead, moving extremely fast. I couldn't see what it was," Qi Yuan replied. "It could be a demonic beast, or it could be some other unidentified creature."

"Then what should we do? Should we go after them?" Dugu Xin asked.

"Don't rush, let's observe the situation first," Chu Ji said in a deep voice. "If it really is a dangerous entity, we can't act rashly. Moreover, our goal is to reach the northern part of the Illusionary Star Continent, so we can't waste too much time here."

Everyone nodded in agreement and began to carefully observe their surroundings. The martial world seemed even more dangerous in the darkness, but their hearts were filled with determination and courage. They knew that only by facing danger and challenges could they become stronger.

However, this peaceful night in the martial world did not seem to stop despite their vigilance. A low growl suddenly came from the mountains and forests, deep and terrifying, like a call from the abyss.

"What...what is that sound?" He Shihui's voice trembled slightly.

Qi Yuan frowned, a hint of seriousness flashing in his eyes: "I've never heard this roar before. But I can sense that the threat it poses is no small matter."

Chu Ji looked at everyone with a firm gaze: "We cannot sit idly by and wait for our doom; we must be prepared to deal with it."

Everyone nodded and began checking their weapons and equipment. The atmosphere on the Lingyun Boat instantly became tense, as if a great battle was about to break out.

The roar grew closer, as if something was rapidly approaching. Qi Yuan gripped his weapon tightly, his eyes burning with intensity as he stared intently ahead. Suddenly, a massive figure burst forth from the forest, instantly appearing above the Lingyun Boat.

It was a colossal demonic beast, its body as large as a mountain, its eyes gleaming with a ferocious light. Its sharp claws lashed through the air, producing a series of whistling sounds, as if it wanted to tear the Lingyun Boat apart.

"Watch out!" Qi Yuan shouted, swinging his weapon as he attacked the monster. The others also joined the fray, engaging the monster in a fierce battle.

However, this monstrous beast was far stronger than them. Its sharp claws easily knocked away their weapons, and its enormous body made it impossible for them to get close. For a time, they were caught in a fierce battle.

Just as they were about to be driven to despair, a sword light suddenly flew from afar, slashing directly at the monster's head. The monster let out a miserable cry, and its massive body instantly collapsed onto the Lingyun Boat.

Everyone looked on in surprise, only to see a woman dressed in white gracefully land at the bow of the ship. She held a long sword in her hand, and her eyes flashed with a sharp light, like a female knight-errant descended from the celestial realm.

"Thank you for saving me, young lady," Qi Yuan said, cupping his hands in thanks.

The woman in white smiled slightly: "It was nothing, nothing to mention. This demonic beast is called the 'Netherworld Demon Wolf,' and it is very powerful; you are no match for it."

"Does the young lady know its origin?" Chu Ji asked curiously.

"I know a little about them." The woman in white nodded. "These Netherworld Demon Wolves are a type of demonic beast unique to the northern part of the Illusionary Star Continent. They live in the deep mountains year-round and feed on other demonic beasts. However, they generally do not attack humans unless they are provoked."

"I see." Qi Yuan suddenly realized, "Then we may have accidentally wandered into its territory."

"Perhaps," the woman in white smiled slightly. "However, you are safe now. I have other matters to attend to, so I won't stay any longer."

After saying that, she turned to leave. Qi Yuan and the others quickly thanked her and watched her disappear into the night.

"This young lady is truly remarkable," He Shihui exclaimed. "If it weren't for her intervention, we would likely be in grave danger."

"Yes," Qi Yuan nodded. "The world is vast and full of wonders. We should be careful in the future and avoid causing unnecessary trouble."

Everyone nodded in agreement. After that harrowing night, they gained a deeper understanding of the treacherous and dangerous nature of the martial world. However, they did not back down; instead, their resolve and beliefs were strengthened. They knew that only by constantly facing danger and challenges could they become stronger.