Chapter 15: The First Challenge
The days of being in the advanced group were tiring. Every morning, Adam would wake up before dawn to join the other students for a rigorous training that would hone their strength, agility, and Qi power. Teacher Hahn was a very good person, his sharp eyes catching every mistake and wanting to improve.
"Focus!" he shouted during the session as the students practiced Chi attacks on the reinforced mannequins. "Consider your strength and concentration. The power without power is wasted. "
Adam sighed and felt the Qi flow through his body. His palm flared as he struck, the fist cracking under the pressure as the blow flowed.
He nodded. "That's better. Continue to refine that control. "
For Adam, knowledge is more than a test - it is an opportunity. The reward-reward system is an advantage for him, but the intensity of the work has honed his instincts and physical skills, so that he does not have to rely on the system alone.
one evening, After a special attack, the group rested under a shady gazebo. Zhao Feng, still bitter after the defeat of the bitter battle, leaned against the pillar, his eyes looking at Adam with a combination of contempt and challenge.
Zhao Feng said, his voice echoing in the corner, "You've been lucky this time." "But that luck is about to run out."
Adam met his gaze with calm confidence. "It's not about luck, but about preparation." "
Zhao Feng's taunt was interrupted by Teacher Han coming with his appearance "Disciples, tomorrow you will face the first challenge of the group," he said without saying a word.
4,444 the booths fell silent.
"You will go to the Azure Forests to find a rare plant: Moon Lotus." "It grows near the Lapis Lazuli waterfall, in the forest. The journey is treacherous, the forest is home to spirit animals that guard their territory. "
Adam's mind sharpened at the mention of the dark desert, a place he had heard whispers about. Dense forests and jungles full of evil.
"You two will," Han said. "Your success depends on cooperation, knowledge and understanding."
The next morning the disciples gathered at the edge of the forest, as the air thickened. He was holding a bag full of papers.
"Write down the name of the friend."
When it was Adam's turn, he put his hand in the bag and opened the film. A smile spread across his face at the familiar name: Lee Zhou
Li Xue walked over, her twin eyes sparkling in the morning. "It seems like death is good to me," he laughed.
Adam replied with a smile, "I hope your skills are good too."
Before being sent into the forest, the two were given supplies - water skins, maps and small medicine kits. The thick canopy covered the path in shadow, and the wind was calm and quiet. Adam's thoughts were still, all the tools of the wind of human peace His grip on the sword
4,444 hours had passed as Adam and Li Zhou navigated the winding paths, making good progress. Signs of spirit animals—footprints on trees, scattered patches of land—were everywhere, but they were nowhere to be found.
"How far do you think the waterfall is?" Li Zhou whispered softly.
Adam replied: The sound of the water was getting louder. "Not far. "
They rounded a bend and found the Azure Waterfall. a waterfall The sparkling water cascaded down from a large rock, and below were pale blue flowers floating in the wind – light lilies.
"This," said Li Zhou. As excitement flashed in the eyes.
Before they could get close, a roar echoed in the void. Out of the shadows emerged a spirit beast resembling a large wolf, its fur gleaming with silver claws and its eyes shining brightly as it stared at them. The air around him seemed to be saturated with hidden Qi.
Adam and Li Zhu They exchanged thoughts and drew their weapons.
"A plan?" Li Zhou asked in a calm voice.
Adam said, "Pay him." "I'll take the lotus."
Li Xue nodded and moved to the side, her movements quick and fluid as she held the beast's attention. His twin claws flashed and sliced at his side. The beast bit, pulling at him with claws and the wind parted like leaves. Li Zhou dodged and faced him.
Adam ran to the Flowers, his heart pounding, he knelt down, carefully plucking the petals of the light lily, with one eye on the whip.
Spell to ward off spirit beasts. >
The system messenger twitched in his vision as the beast turned on him and sensed his prey. "Watch out!" Li Zhou shouted. Adam turned, sword in hand. The beast jumped, its claws inches from his face. He blocked the shot, the shot He pulled his hand away as he slid back. "It can't go on like this." Adam said in a loud voice. "It's too strong."
"Then finish this job quickly," Li Zhou replied, his swords flashing as he stepped back into the field.
working together, the beast was pushed away. Li Zhou's relentless attacks kept him off balance and gave him a chance for Adam's direct kick. Finally, Adam saw his chance. He lunged forward and kicked the beast's hind leg. sitting It groaned and pulled back. Its bright eyes stared at them for a moment before disappearing into the shadows of the forest.
"It's not bad," Li Zhou murmured as he wiped the sweat from his forehead.
Adam picked up the lotus and the scepter. "We need to return this before something else happens."
When they returned to the prayer, he sat at the gates with folded hands. His female face revealed a rare smile as he examined the moonlit flower.
said: "Good. "You have proven your skills and ability to work in a team."
Adam and Li Zhou exchanged happy expressions as Han gave his assessments.
Wild Animal Protection Orientation unlocked. >
A small scythe appeared in Adam's hand, its blade held in hard, sharp blades. He lowered it, a faint chi murmuring in his palm - a useful tool for the dangers ahead.
That night, as Adam sat in his room studying magic, he reflected on the day's events. The Azure Wilds were a test, not of skill, but of will. The trials of religion would be more severe, but Adam accepted the challenge.
The rate of return whispered softly to his mind, his strength a A constant reminder of the side he was on.
"What," Adam whispered, returning the sucker to his hand.