I'm Dreaming of a Journey to the West

Chapter 124 The mysterious power of Xuanming True Water, the true meaning of water!

"Just admit defeat! You are no match for me! Surrender, and I can give you a quick release!"

The Fire Ancestral Shaman crossed his arms over his chest, looking down with a haughty expression at the Hibiscus Fairy, the Fire-Eating Scorpion, and the Jade Rabbit Fairy who were supporting each other. He sneered and said, "The situation is clear at a glance. You have no chance of winning! Surrender obediently, and perhaps I can let you die more quickly!"

The three women glared at the Fire Witch with gritted teeth, their eyes filled with unyielding anger. Although their bodies were exhausted, they still clung to each other, refusing to give in easily.

Fairy Hibiscus suppressed the pain, raised her head, and said firmly, "You wish! We will never bow to you!"

The Fire-Eating Scorpion also struggled to stand up straight, staring fiercely at the Fire Ancestral Witch and shouting, "You want us to surrender? Dream on!"

Fairy Jade Rabbit was equally undeterred and responded loudly: "When you damned fellows killed my brother, I swore to avenge him!"

The Fire Ancestral Witch's face darkened when he heard the three women's words. He glared at them and said coldly, "If that's the case, don't blame me for being rude! I'll make you suffer and torture before you die!" He then ignited the terrifying flame in his hand once again, ready to deliver a fatal blow to the three women.

Yet, faced with the threat of death, the three women showed no fear. They exchanged glances, seeing resolve and courage in each other's eyes. They knew they might not be able to defeat this formidable foe, but they would never retreat.

At this moment, Li Chen, on the other side, was immersed in the mysteries of the Xuanming True Water. Since his retreat, he had been focused on understanding the profound mysteries of the Xuanming True Water. At this moment, he felt as if he were in a mysterious world, surrounded by an endless supply of Xuanming True Water. The Xuanming True Water contained infinite power, which shocked him like never before.

The endless anger in Li Chen's body was also constantly harassing Li Chen's spirit, making Li Chen's spirit feel more painful. Li Chen wanted to use the power of Xuanming True Water to suppress this anger, but he couldn't suppress it at all, as if it could not be extinguished!

"System! Please find a way to help me! What is the secret of Xuanming True Water?"

Li Chen asked anxiously. He felt like he could no longer suppress his anger!

"I can only tell you these few words: 'The highest good is like water'! The rest depends on your understanding! I have one thing to tell you: the village has been attacked by the Fire Witch and his minions! Only you who have understood the mystery of water can save them!"

Li Chen's heart tightened when he heard this. He knew that if he couldn't quickly grasp the mystery of the Mysterious Water, not only would he be seriously hurt, but the people in the village would also be in great danger.

He took a deep breath, trying to calm his inner anxiety and restlessness. He began to ponder the four words the system had said, "The highest good is like water," trying to find clues to a breakthrough.

"I remember reading the Tao Te Ching in my grandfather's study. It says, 'The highest good is like water. Water benefits all things without contending. It stays where people dislike it, and therefore is close to the Tao. It dwells in a good place, has a deep heart, is kind to others, speaks truthfully, governs well, is capable in work, and acts at the right time. Because it does not contend, it is free from blame.'" Could these be the characteristics of water?

Li Chen thought in his heart, and while he was thinking, the raging anger in his body began to slowly weaken. Li Chen's heart gradually calmed down and he began to think!

"The highest good is like water... What are the characteristics of water? It can accommodate everything, adapt to various environments, and nourish life..."

As Li Chen pondered, he felt the flow of the Xuanming True Water around him. He discovered that the Xuanming True Water was not static, but constantly flowing and changing. Sometimes it gathered into streams, sometimes dispersed into droplets, and sometimes condensed into ice. This change reminded him of water's adaptability and inclusiveness.

"That's right! Water's form can change depending on the environment, but its essence remains unchanged. Just like us as human beings, we must be open-minded and able to adapt to different situations. At the same time, we must also, like water, maintain our own nature and not follow the crowd."

Li Chen seemed to have found some inspiration, and he began to try to use his mind to guide the flow of Xuanming True Water. He imagined his body as a container, and the Xuanming True Water as the liquid within. He tried to make the Xuanming True Water flow according to his will, forming various shapes and patterns.

As he experimented, he gradually found that he was becoming more and more adept at controlling the Xuanming True Water. He was no longer just passively accepting the power of the Xuanming True Water, but was able to actively use it to fight the internal heat.

"Haha! I understand! The mystery of Xuanming True Water lies in its unpredictable changes and inclusiveness! As long as we can master this change, we can unleash its maximum power!"

Li Chen shouted excitedly. He felt his mental state getting better and better, and the anger in his body was gradually suppressed.

At that moment, Li Chen suddenly heard the sounds of fierce fighting coming from afar. He realized that the village might be under attack. His heart tightened, and without hesitation, he turned back. He wanted to return to the village and use the secrets of the Xuanming True Water, which he had just realized, to protect the villagers' safety.

Just as he quickened his pace, a voice rang out from Li Chen's head: "Little friend Li Chen, can you hear me? I am Gonggong, the water god!"

This voice made Li Chen's heart tremble. He clearly remembered that this was his best friend - the water god Gonggong!

"Gonggong, what's wrong?" Li Chen asked anxiously.

The Water God Gonggong's voice was filled with excitement and anticipation: "When I was cultivating, in pursuit of the ultimate attack and lethality, I removed the softest power of water from the Xuanming True Water. It turns out that this is water's most precious power! Now I hope you can carry my wishes with you to defeat the Fire Ancestral Witch! I leave everything in your hands!"

Li Chen felt a heavy sense of responsibility at the Water God Gonggong's request. He knew that Gonggong had always harbored regret for not defeating Zhurong. But now, witnessing Li Chen's ability to unleash the true power of the Mysterious Water, he undoubtedly felt a surge of surprise and hope.

In pursuit of ultimate offensive and destructive power, the water god Gonggong eliminated the softest element of water. Little did he know that this very force was the true power that could restrain Zhurong's true fire! The key to water lies not in its offensive and destructive power, but in its ability to overcome hardness with softness!

Li Chen took a deep breath and responded with a firm look in his eyes: "Don't worry, Gonggong! I will definitely defeat the Fire Ancestral Witch with your wishes!"

With that, Li Chen quickened his pace and rushed towards the village. He gripped his weapon tightly in his hand, feeling the power of the Mysterious Water surging through him. Li Chen was determined to use its power to protect the safety of his friends and the villagers.