Chapter 26: Off To Eastern Sea
The deep, resonant sound of an explosion echoed through the forest, shaking the stillness of the woods. Birds scattered from the treetops, their cries drowned by the distant rumble that reverberated like rolling thunder. The forest itself was an enchanting blend of shadow and light, where towering trees with sprawling canopies cast intricate patterns on the ground below. The air carried the fresh scent of damp earth and blooming wildflowers, mingled with the faint tang of smoke drifting from the direction of the blast.
From the quiet came a sudden roar—a deep, growling vroom-vroom that sliced through the silence. The sound grew louder, each rev of the engine a fierce declaration of power. Leaves and dirt swirled in its wake as the Kawasaki Ninja 400, customized into a sleek black and crimson beast, tore through the underbrush. The bike moved like a shadow, a blur of matte black and glimmering red streaks that danced like embers in the air.
Red smoke billowed from its tires, leaving a haunting trail that lingered like ghostly flames. The rider leaned forward, his long, dark hair flowing behind him like a banner in the wind. He wore a traditional yet intricately designed black-and-white robe, the fine embroidery of blossoms and waves shimmering faintly under the fragmented light that filtered through the trees. It was a striking contrast to the futuristic machine he commanded, an elegant blend of the ancient and the modern.
Perched on his nose were sleek black goggles that reflected the vivid reds of the bike and its smoky trail. The goggles' polished lenses caught fragments of light, giving the rider an enigmatic air, as though his eyes hid secrets that the world wasn't ready to uncover. This was Li Tian.
"Even in my previous life I haven't tried this bike to think I would get this bike in the Gu world in a Gacha, I fu*king like it, now that I finished my work I need to go to Eastern Sea."
After Li Tian escaped from the mountain, he found refuge in a hidden cave beyond the territories of the seven clans. Here, he devised a killer move called "Real Clones" using Fake To Real Gu, the Heavenly Treasure Essence Lotus, and some other Gu's. This move allowed him to create clones with tangible, fully functional bodies, complete with red blood that mirrored any human's. By incorporating the Heavenly Treasure Essence Lotus Gu, he could also imbue these clones with primeval essence, enabling them to use Gu techniques. To further solidify the deception, he utilized another killer move, "False to True," which transformed even the most blatant lie into an undeniable reality.
The three survivors of the Yanxio clan were, in reality, the clones of Li Tian. Using these lifelike creations, he orchestrated a war between the clans, forcing all higher-ranked Gu Masters to leave their territories in pursuit of battle. Seizing this opportunity, Li Tian infiltrated their now unguarded clans, covertly absorbing their precious spirit springs using Heavenly Treasure Essence Lotus and leaving their strongholds depleted of resources.
With all that the Rank 3 Heavenly Treasure Essence Lotus finally became a Rank 4 Heavenly Essence Treasure Monarch Lotus.
And in the end, to secure some additional KP, he orchestrated a massive explosion that reduced the entire mountain to dust. The devastation was caused by his three reality clones. Two of them were tasked with setting up and triggering the detonation using their own bodies, while the third worked meticulously to erase all traces of Reality Path techniques, ensuring his secrets remained hidden.
Li Tian had no intention of engaging the clans in direct confrontation because he didn't want to be on a wanted list or become a demonic cultivator and mainly not reveal my Reality Path. Instead, he meticulously sowed discord, targeting one clan at random and baiting them into a larger conflict. It was Mo San, notorious for his short temper and impulsive decisions, who ultimately took the bait, igniting a war that consumed the clans and brought everything to its fateful conclusion.
The bike roared, as its engine snarling as it hit a sharp turn. Screech! The tires bit into the dirt path, sending debris flying. Li Tian adjusted with precision, his robe fluttering in rhythm with the bike's movements. He leaned into the turn, the red smoke creating a perfect arc in the air behind him.
The forest seemed alive with the symphony of motion and sound. The hum of the engine, the hiss of red smoke trailing through the air, the crunch of leaves and twigs beneath the tires—all combined to create a mesmerizing melody. Sunlight flickered through the trees, casting fleeting glimpses of Li Tian's sharp features and the intricate patterns of his robe.
He was fast, cutting through the dense woods like a streak of lightning. The bike responded to his every touch with unerring precision, its sleek design an extension of his will. The crimson streaks painted along its body pulsed faintly, as though alive, mirroring the fiery determination in his movements.
As the trail opened into a clearing, the rider slowed, the engine purring softly now, almost as if reluctant to come to a halt. The red smoke dissipated into the air, leaving behind a faint, otherworldly glow. He removed the goggles, revealing piercing eyes that held the weight of countless stories untold.
With a soft sigh, the rider straightened, his gaze turning toward the horizon where the sun dipped low, painting the sky in hues of gold and crimson.
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I just added the scene for fun don't mind me if you don't like it I will stop using these types of scenes.