I made up stupid exercises in Da Qin, and Ying Zheng succeeded in practicing them?

Chapter 172 171 The Sands of Time, Bizarre Events in the Desert

In the caravan, Ji Chen, Aliang and Dong'er quickly integrated into this temporary travel group. The caravan is composed of various people, including merchants, craftsmen, and even a few adventurers. Everyone has their own story, and they share experiences and anecdotes along the way.

One night, around the campfire, an experienced old businessman began to tell about his experiences in the desert. Ji Chen and his disciples listened attentively.

The old businessman sighed: "There are many mysterious and dangerous places in the desert. Once, I encountered a strange phenomenon. Behind a sand dune, I found a huge sand pit, and something seemed to be attracting me in the center of the sand pit. Holding everything.”

Alian asked curiously: "What is that? Did you see it clearly?"

The old businessman shook his head: "No, I didn't get close. In the desert, curiosity can easily bring fatal danger. But I heard that some explorers died in that kind of sand pit because of curiosity."

Dong'er asked softly: "Master, is that kind of sand pit some kind of natural phenomenon in the desert?"

Ji Chen replied: "There are indeed many natural wonders in the desert, but it does not rule out some supernatural phenomena. In a place like this, the best strategy is to remain cautious."

A young adventurer in the caravan interjected: "I heard that there is a mysterious ancient city deep in the desert. There are rich treasures hidden there, but there is also a powerful curse."

Ji Chen was interested in this story and asked, "Do you know the specific location of that ancient city?"

The adventurer shook his head and said, "No, that's just a legend. Many people have tried to find that ancient city, but no one has succeeded. It is said that the curse there will make people lose their way and never find their way home."

After hearing this, A Liang's eyes flashed with adventure: "If there really is such a place, it must be very exciting."

Ji Chen smiled slightly and reminded: "Adventures are good, but life is more precious. The purpose of our trip is to find the secret of practice, not treasure."

As the journey progressed, people in the caravan communicated more and more with each other. They shared their experiences and knowledge, which was a valuable learning experience for Ji Chen and his disciples.

During the journey of the caravan, the exchanges between Ji Chen, A Liang and Dong'er and other members gradually deepened. Every night, they would gather around the campfire and listen to various mysterious stories and bizarre events about the desert.

A rough-looking businessman named Zhang Dahu once began to recount his experience beside a campfire: "Have you ever heard of the Phantom Lake in the desert? It is said that on certain nights, a phantom lake will suddenly appear in the desert. The water in the lake is crystal clear, but when you get closer, it disappears without a trace."

A Liang asked excitedly: "Is there really such a thing? Isn't that amazing?"

Zhang Dahu nodded: "Yes, I saw it once with my own eyes. That night, the moonlight was very good, I was walking on the sand dunes, and suddenly I saw the lake. But when I got closer, it disappeared like an illusion. .”

Ji Chen mused: "This may be a natural phenomenon in the desert called a mirage. Due to special climatic conditions, distant objects or scenes can create hallucinations."

Dong'er asked: "Master, is this phenomenon dangerous?"

Ji Chen replied: "If you understand that it is just an illusion, there will not be much danger. But if you are confused, you may get lost in the desert."

Another young businesswoman named Li Waner also shared her story: "I once heard an old man say that there are creatures called 'sand devils' in the desert. They can walk freely in the sand and capture all creatures. .”

Ji Chen expressed a strong interest in this: "'Sand Demon', this is the first time I have heard of it. Li Waner, do you know more information about them?"

Li Waner shook her head: "I just heard that they are very difficult to catch because they are almost integrated with the desert."

A Liang couldn't help but said: "If there is such a creature, it must be very mysterious." Ji Chen reminded: "But we must be careful in the desert, any unknown creature may bring danger."

In the next few days, they encountered various difficulties, including sandstorms and scorching sun. But these experiences only brought their team closer together. Evening conversations around the campfire are always filled with laughter and sharing.

During a break, an old businessman named Abdul said: "There is an ancient legend in the desert, talking about the ruins of an ancient dynasty. It is said that there are endless treasures hidden there, but there are also powerful guardians."

Ji Chen asked with interest: "Where is that ruins? Has anyone found it?"

Abdul shook his head: "No, that's just a legend. Many explorers went looking for it, but none of them came back. Maybe it was just an illusion in the desert."

Such conversations made Ji Chen and his disciples more curious about the mystery of the desert.

As the journey continues, the campfire becomes their most anticipated time, with everyone taking turns telling their stories. One night, an elderly astrologer joined their circle, and his talk attracted everyone's attention.

The astrologer's voice was low and mysterious: "In this boundless desert, there is a rare substance called the 'Sands of Time'. It is said that it can reveal the secrets of the past and the future, but few people who are looking for it can find out the secrets of the past and the future." Survival in the desert.”

Ji Chen asked with interest: "Sands of Time? That sounds incredible. How was it formed?"

The astrologer shook his head: "This is a mystery. Some people say that it was formed by ancient magic, and some people think that it is a relic left after the celestial body hit the desert. But no matter its origin, it is always affected by the mysterious power. Surrounded.”

A Liang asked curiously: "Has anyone really found this kind of sand of time?"

The astrologer sighed: "There are several stories, but there is no solid evidence. Most people think it is just a legend, but in the desert, many legends may be true."

Dong'er asked Ji Chen softly: "Master, do you think there is truth in these stories?"

Ji Chen smiled and replied: "There are many incredible things in this world. We cannot easily deny any possibility. But as practitioners, our goal is to seek the truth, not to be confused by miracles."

Their conversation attracted the attention of other caravan members. A craftsman named Blacksmith Zhao joined the conversation: "I once found some strange metal fragments on the edge of the desert. Those fragments were very hard. I tried to use them to make tools, but found that they could not be melted by ordinary flames. "

Ji Chen was curious: "What could those metal fragments be?"

Blacksmith Zhao shook his head: "I don't know, but I feel that they are very old. They may be remnants of some ancient civilization."

These stories add to the mystical atmosphere of the caravan. Everyone is curious about the secrets that may be hidden in the desert, although they all know that the desert is full of danger and unknowns.

As time passed, the caravan finally approached Ji Chen and their destination. In the process, they not only learned a lot about the desert, but also deepened their understanding of each other.

The night before arriving at their destination, Ji Chen and his disciples decided to say goodbye to the caravan and head alone to the ancient ruins they were looking for.

When bidding farewell, Boss Li and other caravan members blessed them: "May the God of the Desert bless you, and hope you can find the truth you seek."

Ji Chen smiled and thanked them: "Thank you for your company and help. Our journey will continue, and maybe one day we will meet again."

(End of this chapter)