Chapter 279 [Promise]

In the evening, a ray of sunset glow falls on the quiet valley surrounded by green bamboo, birds singing and flowers blooming.

A clear stream gurgles along the water, and beside the stream there is a small wooden house built with bamboo in a simple and elegant style.

At this time, Zhigui was walking slowly towards the open-air hot spring pool behind the house.

She was dressed in a plain white gauze dress, as fresh and refined as a lotus emerging from the water, and exuded an indescribable classical beauty from her whole body.

Stepping into the hot spring water, Zhigui couldn't help but let out a soft cry. The warm spring water spread from her toes to her whole body, driving away her day's fatigue.

Closing his eyes, Zhigui immersed himself in the rare tranquility of this moment, as if the whole world had become exceptionally peaceful and beautiful.

The spring water gently hits the skin, bringing a sense of coolness and comfort, making people feel relaxed and happy.

She gently scooped up a handful of water and let it drip from her fingertips. The crystal clear water droplets drew a graceful arc in the air and finally merged into the vast embrace of nature.

Bathed in such an environment, Zhigui felt unprecedented relaxation and comfort.

She thought of the lines of poetry she had once read: "The bright moon shines among the pines, and the clear spring flows over the rocks," and she couldn't help but feel deeply moved.

Perhaps, true beauty does not rely solely on external decoration, but comes from the inner love and yearning for life.

When a person can live in harmony with nature, his soul can be truly purified and sublimated.

In the warm sunshine of a spring afternoon, Zhigui is like a lily blooming in the mountains, pure and elegant, quiet and gentle.

Her skin is as delicate and smooth as first snow, with a healthy and rosy luster, reminiscent of the finest mutton-fat jade, emitting a soft and pure light.

Whenever she smiled, a pair of shallow dimples would appear on her cheeks, adding a bit of girlish cuteness.

Her facial features are delicate and three-dimensional, as if they were a masterpiece carefully carved by the Creator.

Under the willow-like eyebrows are a pair of bright and clear eyes, revealing wisdom and kindness in the movement of the eyes.

Her eyelashes are thick and long, trembling gently like a fan, adding a touch of lively beauty to her.

The small and straight nose bridge makes the facial contour more three-dimensional and vivid.

Her rosy and soft lips were slightly opened, revealing her white and neat teeth, and her smile was as warm as a spring breeze.

Zhigui's beauty lies not only in her appearance, but more importantly in the unique temperament that radiates from the inside out.

She always wears simple and elegant dresses, and her every move reveals an extraordinary temperament.

Whether she is sitting quietly in front of the window reading, or strolling in the fields, she can always blend into the surrounding environment and give people a pleasing aesthetic enjoyment.

A ray of sunset glow falls on the quiet valley surrounded by green bamboo, birds singing and flowers blooming.

A clear stream gurgles along the water, and beside the stream there is a small wooden house built with bamboo in a simple and elegant style.

Zhigui was dressed in a plain white gauze dress, looking as fresh and refined as a lotus emerging from water, exuding an indescribable classical beauty from her whole body.

Ning Yao and Li Chengqian were originally discussing a book about herbal knowledge.

While discussing, they accidentally caught a glimpse of this scene through the window.

However, their focus is not on Zhigui herself, but her attitude towards life that is in harmony with nature and peaceful and tranquil.

Ning Yao couldn't help but sigh: "Looking at her bathing, it seems as if her whole body has merged into the landscape. It's really fascinating!"

Li Chengqian nodded in agreement: "Indeed.

Being able to face yourself so calmly and have close contact with nature is a rare state of mind. "

The two smiled at each other and realized that they had the same idea, which was to pursue a higher spiritual realm.

In the following time, they did not continue to "peek", but chose to stand quietly where they were and feel the tranquility and beauty with their heart.

This experience made them more determined to pursue inner peace and the way of nature.

In the process, Ning Yao and Li Chengqian also deepened their understanding and friendship with each other, and discussed together how to find a piece of spiritual pure land in the busy and noisy modern life.

*

Spring is bright.

Li Chengqian and Ning Yao were in a spacious open space.

It is surrounded by green trees, with a gentle breeze and a faint floral scent in the air.

The center of the martial arts training ground was paved with smooth bluestone slabs. The sunlight slanted down, casting a mottled pattern of light and shadow.

This is where they practice swordsmanship.

Li Chengqian was seen wearing a white training suit, a blue ribbon tied around his waist, and holding a fine steel sword in his hand.

His eyes were firm and deep, as if he could see through every subtle movement of his opponent.

Ning Yao was wearing a lavender dress, with her hair tied up high, looking heroic.

She held a light, soft sword in her hand, the sword blade was shining with cold light, flickering in the sunlight.

As a clear sound of swords rang out, the two men leaped up at the same time and clashed with each other as quickly as two lightning bolts.

All that could be heard was the whistling of swords, and the two sharp blades were swung in the air, making a series of metal collision sounds.

Li Chengqian's moves were fierce and powerful, and each strike carried the force of thunder;

Ning Yao uses softness to overcome hardness, his movements are light and graceful, and he can often find flaws when the opponent's attack is at its peak.

The battle lasted for a long time, with both sides fighting back and forth, evenly matched.

Li Chengqian gradually discovered that although Ning Yao was not as strong as him, his swordsmanship contained many clever changes, making it difficult for him to find a chance to win.

So, he began to adjust his strategy. He no longer attacked blindly, but tried to predict Ning Yao's next intention by observing his movements.

Finally, during a fight, Li Chengqian seized a fleeting opportunity.

He quickly changed his sword moves and used his speed advantage to break through Ning Yao's defense.

Just as the long sword was about to touch the corner of Ning Yao's clothes, she suddenly stopped her attack, jumped back several feet, clasped her hands together and said:

"Thank you. I lost this competition."

Li Chengqian also quickly put away his sword and returned the greeting, smiling:

"No, no, I was just lucky.

If Miss Ning had not shown mercy, the outcome would have been unknown."

Ning Yao shook his head slightly and said sincerely, "Brother Li is too modest.

It was indeed my negligence in that move just now, and I admit defeat sincerely.

And I have benefited a lot from this fight, thank you again for your guidance. "

The two smiled at each other, and shared the joy and progress brought by the exchange of martial arts.

This exchange not only enhanced their friendship, but also allowed the two to gain new insights and improvements in their swordsmanship.

From then on, they agreed to meet here regularly to discuss the secrets of martial arts and move forward hand in hand on the path of cultivation.

The agreement between the two of them will become a memory after many years.

"You are worthy of being the world's number one swordsman in the future."

Li Chengqian also admired Ning Yao's talent.

(End of this chapter)