"This Ivan meeting me twice, is it destined by fate?"
After chatting with Su Qing and Ivan for a while, Li Xuan returned to his room to rest. Li Xuan calmed his mind and pondered for a moment, then murmured to himself.
On this Earth, although its area is not as vast as the continents Li Xuan knew of, it is still not a place that can be casually traversed. Moreover, Li Xuan had sensed through his divine sense during his conversation with Ivan and Su Qing that neither of them had any cultivation.
If Ivan had installed a GPS tracker on him, it would be highly unlikely. With Li Xuan's vigilance, he would have noticed it immediately.
"Whatever, since we've met, let fate decide." Li Xuan smiled and shook his head, then lay down on the bed to rest.
According to Li Xuan's plan, he would continue north into Potala, located in the Zangcheng region. And Potala, too, was a world-famous tourist destination.
Moreover, Li Xuan had recalled his previous memories. This place had a large number of pilgrims. Potala also preserved a great deal of local customs and traditions, and perhaps the spiritual energy here would be even more concentrated.
In addition to this, Li Xuan also planned to travel slowly along the way. Some mountains and forests, especially those chosen by Li Xuan, were his targets.
Several hours passed. As Li Xuan opened his eyes, a doorbell rang.
"Ivan, why are you here?" Li Xuan opened the door and saw Ivan and Su Qing.
Li Xuan was a little puzzled. This morning, Su Qing and Ivan had said they were going to Lèfó Mountain to see the Great Buddha. Considering the distance, they probably wouldn't have enough time.
"It's strange, we had just arrived at the foot of Lèfó Mountain when the scenic area announced a temporary closure. And the tourists on the mountain were also sent down. From what they said, it seemed like the Great Buddha had manifested, and a golden light flashed."
"And on the summit of Lèfó Mountain, the trees were growing extremely fast. These phenomena naturally attracted attention, so we had to return to the hotel. However, we don't know the truth of the matter."
Su Qing looked at Ivan's dazed expression and spoke helplessly.
"The Great Buddha showed an anomaly? But even so, why are you two looking for me?" Li Xuan was a little surprised. He had left thirty percent of the energy within the Great Buddha, and had absorbed seventy percent of the spiritual energy at Lèfó Mountain.
Under such circumstances, would there still be such an anomaly as Su Qing described?
"Currently, Lèfó Mountain Scenic Area is closed. Ivan said that since you have already visited, he first wanted to ask you if there were any signs at Lèfó Mountain before. Secondly, this little girl wants you to take us to other scenic spots. I have no objections, so I came to find you."
Su Qing shrugged and said to Li Xuan.
Speaking of which, Su Qing had a good impression of Li Xuan. He was tall and well-built, and being around Li Xuan gave people a very pleasant feeling. It felt like basking in the spring sunshine.
Furthermore, after Ivan's narration, Su Qing keenly sensed that Li Xuan must have some secret. Otherwise, how could this aura that seemed to be innate appear on Li Xuan?
"I have indeed visited, but I really haven't noticed any signs. As for going to other scenic spots, I'm afraid I can't accompany you. Because next, I plan to travel north on foot."
Li Xuan said with a wry smile and shook his head.
Li Xuan certainly wouldn't tell Su Qing and Ivan that all of this was caused by him. Otherwise, with their personalities, they would surely question him for three days and three nights, and even though Li Xuan had met Ivan several times, he wouldn't easily let down his guard.
"Hiking? That's a great idea!" Unexpectedly, as soon as Li Xuan finished speaking, Su Qing and Ivan, who had regained their senses, both had their eyes light up.
Judging by their expressions, they were very fond of the hiking trip Li Xuan mentioned.
"Uncle Li Xuan, are you planning to go to Potala? I heard that the palaces there are very mysterious, and there are many pilgrims. If we could see it, it would surely enlighten our minds!" Ivan smoothed his hair and looked at Li Xuan expectantly.
"This..." Li Xuan gave a wry smile. This feeling of lifting a stone only to drop it on his own feet was indeed quite painful.
After a slight pause, Li Xuan nodded slowly: "Since that's the case, you can come with me. However, before we set off, we need to buy some things and equipment."
"Buying equipment?" Ivan and Su Qing exchanged glances, clearly not understanding.
"Naturally, it's travel equipment. Never mind, let's go." Li Xuan shook his head again. If he were traveling alone, he wouldn't need these things at all.
But now with Su Qing and Ivan, without some essential daily necessities and equipment, Li Xuan couldn't guarantee their safety.
Two hours later, Li Xuan, with the purchased equipment and luggage on his back, looked helplessly at Ivan and Su Qing and said, "Perhaps you should take public transportation?"
Su Qing and Ivan exchanged glances and then simultaneously said to Li Xuan: "No!"
"Then let's set off." Li Xuan sighed softly. It wasn't because Su Qing and Ivan's luggage was on his back, but because Li Xuan felt that this journey might really affect his progress.
After all, before leaving, Li Xuan had told Li Wan'er that he would be back in a month. And with Li Xuan's previous plan, a month would be enough for this trip north. But now with Su Qing and Ivan, Li Xuan couldn't be sure anymore.
The Dongxian Mountains stretched for over a thousand miles.
After leaving Chuan City, Li Xuan, Ivan, and Su Qing got out of the taxi and stepped onto the China National Highway. According to the map, after crossing the Dongxian Mountains, they would enter the territory of Zangcheng, and Potala would be nearby.
"Have you thought it through? It's not too late to turn back now. Once you step into the Dongxian Mountains, the dangers you two will face will increase significantly. Not to mention mosquito bites, there might also be poisonous snakes and fierce beasts. If you encounter danger, your lives cannot be guaranteed."
At the southern end of the Dongxian Mountains, Li Xuan stopped again and looked at Ivan and Su Qing.
"Uncle Li Xuan, haven't you already bought insect repellent? And I have a feeling that as long as I'm by your side, I won't encounter any danger." Ivan said with a smile.
Su Qing, standing next to Ivan, nodded in agreement. Judging by their expressions, neither of them intended to give up because of this.
"You think highly of me. But once we enter the mountain, listen to my command." Li Xuan said with a wry smile, then turned and moved forward. Ivan and Su Qing exchanged a smile and then followed closely behind Li Xuan.
Three hours passed, and the pace of the three travelers gradually slowed down. After all, Ivan and Su Qing were women, and their physical strength naturally couldn't keep up with Li Xuan. And Li Xuan, having agreed to bring Ivan and Su Qing along, naturally had to take care of their physical condition.
This pace was already quite good; at least the two women hadn't complained at all during the journey.
"Let's rest." Li Xuan put down his backpack and luggage when they reached a flat area.
Li Xuan could see that the two women had reached their limit. If they continued walking, they might faint.
Ivan and Su Qing immediately slumped to the ground upon hearing this, unable to even respond to Li Xuan. Just as Li Xuan had guessed, they had reached their limit.
After taking a few deep breaths, Ivan and Su Qing slowly sat up. Seeing this, Li Xuan handed them the saline solution he had bought earlier, and then began to set up the tents.
About ten minutes later, two tents were successfully set up by Li Xuan alone. Ivan and Su Qing, who had recovered some strength, began to prepare dinner and other sundries. The cooperation between the three was quite tacit.
"Uncle Li Xuan, aren't you tired?" The three sat on the ground, and Ivan asked Li Xuan after taking another sip of water.
Su Qing also looked at Li Xuan, with a hint of confusion in her eyes. Throughout the journey, Su Qing noticed that Li Xuan not only wasn't tired, but he didn't even seem to sweat. Such physical strength was truly beyond Su Qing's comprehension.
"I exercise often, I'm used to it." Li Xuan smiled and shook his head, then looked into the distance. Night had already fallen, and the reason Li Xuan chose this place to rest was one of them.
The second reason was that Li Xuan sensed that the spiritual energy here was somewhat different from other places.
According to his senses, the source of the difference in spiritual energy was from the northeast direction. Li Xuan was curious and naturally wanted to investigate.
"Brother Li Xuan, are you from the army?" Ivan asked curiously. Su Qing nodded slightly. Such physical strength was probably only achievable by someone from the army.
"No, I just exercise often. Alright, you guys eat something and rest well. I'll go around and see if there's any danger, and also take some defensive measures." Li Xuan smiled and shook his head, then stood up and looked around.
According to his earlier senses, there were no wild beasts nearby. Li Xuan's action was naturally to investigate the source of the concentrated spiritual energy.
"Uncle Li Xuan, be careful." Ivan nodded. Su Qing, although she didn't speak, also cast a look of concern at Li Xuan. Li Xuan nodded with a smile, then turned and walked towards the northeast.
A few minutes later, Li Xuan's figure arrived at the bottom of a canyon cliff. Li Xuan looked at a wild flower growing in a crevice in front of him, and his eyes brightened.
"Dragon Spirit Flower?"