As they gazed at the familiar island before them, the Dragon and Wood Island Masters were filled with unparalleled shock.
This was the place they had lived for decades, so there was no mistaking it.
They couldn’t help but glance at Ning Changge, who stood calm and composed, his breathing steady. Their awe deepened.
How far was Xia Ke Island from Peach Blossom Island?
Even with their lightness techniques and maximum speed, it would have taken them two to three hours.
But Ning Changge, bringing along more than a dozen people, had covered the distance in less than a quarter of an hour!
The difference was staggering—almost incomprehensible.
The two masters couldn’t help but feel a sense of reverence. Earlier, they had thought they had held back during their sparring match. But now, it was clear that Ning Changge had held back far more. This brief display of power was enough to reveal the tip of the iceberg.
Meanwhile, Huang Yaoshi and the others were still dazed, lost in the dazzling spectacle of the Five Elements Escape Technique.
In just moments, they had traversed a thousand miles. Such power was unimaginable.
The disciples of Peach Blossom Island looked at Ning Changge with growing reverence.
As for Huang Yaoshi, Feng Heng, and Huang Rong, their hearts were filled with amazement.
“The power of the Immortal Dao is truly terrifying! Such mystical abilities—no Land Immortal could possibly match this!”
They believed that perhaps some ancient monsters who had lived for a thousand years might possess similar speed. But to bring so many people along at such speed? That was another matter entirely.
This effortless display of power left everyone deeply shaken.
Ning Changge’s gaze rested on the island ahead. As the group stepped onto the island, powerful figures could be seen rushing toward them in the distance, including Zhang San and Li Si.
The people of Xia Ke Island, upon seeing the group, bowed respectfully.
“Welcome back, Island Masters!”
Some were surprised at how quickly the island masters had returned. A few knew the purpose of their journey.
The Dragon and Wood Island Masters waved dismissively.
“No need for formalities. This time, we have successfully invited the Little Immortal to Xia Ke Island. Perhaps today, the stone wall’s martial art will finally be comprehended!”
Seeing the island masters speak so respectfully, the crowd couldn’t help but feel astonished.
The two island masters were Land Immortals, figures of supreme status. Even if the Little Immortal was powerful, there was no need for such deference. At most, they should treat him as an equal. Their minds swirled with questions, but they remained respectful and bowed again.
“We greet the Little Immortal!”
They had, of course, heard of Ning Changge’s unparalleled talent. Their earlier doubts quickly gave way to excitement.
For years, they had stayed on the island, tirelessly studying the stone wall.
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Their sole purpose was to comprehend the mesmerizing martial art of the stone wall. Now, with hope standing before them, how could they not be thrilled? Their gazes toward Ning Changge were filled with anticipation.
Ning Changge smiled faintly.
“Island Masters, please take us directly to the stone wall.”
He wasn’t here for sightseeing. Aside from the Tai Xuan Scripture, nothing else on the island interested him.
The Dragon and Wood Island Masters wasted no time, leading the group toward the center of the island.
On the way, Huang Yaoshi and the others finally satisfied their curiosity.
They had heard that those who went to Xia Ke Island never returned, leading them to believe it was a place of hidden dangers, perhaps even a living hell. But now, they saw that this was far from the truth.
The island was filled with disciples, not unlike Peach Blossom Island.
Many were deeply engrossed in discussions about martial arts, their passion evident.
The group quickly realized that Xia Ke Island was a haven for martial arts fanatics.
And in such an environment, even those who weren’t martial arts enthusiasts would likely be influenced.
Ning Changge remained indifferent, following the Dragon and Wood Island Masters. Soon, they arrived at a heavily guarded cave in the center of the island.
“The stone wall’s martial art is within,” the Dragon Island Master said, his eyes filled with reverence and awe. For him, this was a lifelong obsession and pursuit. The discovery of this martial art had led to their transformation into Land Immortals and the creation of Xia Ke Island.
Now, having reached the Land Immortal realm, their only wish was to fully comprehend the stone wall’s secrets.
Ning Changge, the group from Peach Blossom Island, and the disciples of Xia Ke Island all entered the cave. Inside, several disciples were deep in thought, their gazes vacant. They didn’t even notice the group’s arrival.
The cave was vast, with a height of ten feet.
Everyone’s attention was immediately drawn to the stone wall at the top.
Lines of carved characters were etched into the wall, as if they had always been there, rather than being added later. Each stroke seemed to radiate an endless sharpness, exuding unparalleled sword intent.
Feng Heng couldn’t help but read aloud:
“Zhao guest with flowing ribbons, Wu hooks shining like frost and snow.
Silver saddle upon a white horse, galloping like a shooting star.
Ten steps to kill one man, traveling a thousand miles without pause.
Even in death, the chivalrous bones are fragrant, unashamed before the world’s heroes.
Who can inscribe beneath this, the Tai Xuan Scripture in old age?”
The twenty-four lines of verse left everyone stunned by their elegance and profound meaning.
“This… this is the legendary poem by Li Bai, The Knight-Errant’s Journey?” Huang Rong, though young, was well-read and immediately recognized it.
The Dragon Island Master glanced at Huang Rong approvingly before explaining.