Chapter 481: Lu Dongbin Versus the European Ghost


    When I enteredthe meandering path,my surroundings instantly turned dark.However, I saw a dark shadow moving a little farther ahead of me. I knew it was Li Mazi, so I picked up my pace.


    At maximum speed, Iwas able toshorten the distance between us to around twenty meters. However, thesest twenty meters seemed infinite.I couldnt catch up with Li Mazi, no matter how hard I tried.


    I shouted and yelled his name, but he didnt hear me. He kept walkingwhile holding hishead low.


    The road ahead wasnt long.Therewas anoldcastlethat looked like achurchnot far from him.I could seeno cross, but the air around the structureseemed to movelike arapid stream of water.


    I knew it was because of the thick Yin energy in the ancient castle. I started to feel scared of the ce. However, I clenched myteeth and continued to walk forward.


    After two steps, I found that something was wrongasLi Mazi had alsostopped walking. In the short moment I had stopped, he could have reached the doorif he had kept his pace. It seemed he was waitingfor me.


    To verify this thought, I deliberately walkedthenhalted.Sure enough,as soon as I stopped walking, Li Mazialsostopped.When Isteppedforward, he also stepped forward.Hewanted to make me enter that ce!


    That thing doesntwant to kill Li Mazi. It just wantsto bring meto that ce...


    Then, I realized that I was so worriedthatI had rushed out of the hotel to chase afterLi Maziwithout bringing anything with me.


    If Iwentinside barehanded, I would be killedin aninstant. However, standing here and watching Li Mazidiewasnt my style, either. I didnt know what to do.


    While I was hesitating, Li Maziquickened his pace.In just a blink of an eye, he disappeared into the gate of the dark castle.


    Damn! Why do youhaveto be like this?! I was so madand punchedthe marble wall.Still, I had to follow him.


    When I approachedthe gate,alight shed on my side. Subconsciously, I turned my head tolook. There wasaniron fence on each side, which looked like rows of halberdsthat sparkledunder the moonlight.


    When I sawthosehalberds,I got an idea. I climbed up the fenceand triedmy best to break one of themin half. Luckily for me, thefencewas hollow. Otherwise, I wouldnot have beenable to break it with my bare hands.


    With half thehalberdin my hand, I felt more secure. I pushedthe door andstrodein. The space inside the castle wassodark that I couldnt even see my fingers. Thecold wind blewand howled.


    I was restlessly worriedand turnedon the shlightonmy mobile phone.


    When the light was on, I saw the interior of the ancient castle. It was a church with rows of seats. There was an aisle around one meter in the center, which led to a lectern. Iguessed it was wherethe priest or pastor read the Bible and conducted their sermons.


    All of the churches would have a great cross to show their respect to Jesus Christ the Savior. However, this church didnt haveone. It was strange, indeed.


    I scanned around and found Li Mazi. He was standing at the lectern, holding a scarlet rope in his hands. He tiptoedand was preparedto hang himself.


    I paled in frightanddashedtoward him, nning tokickthe lectern aside.I really wanted to see how the ghost wouldmake Li Mazi hang himselfthen!


    However, afterI kicked it, I squatted in pain. I held my footand couldntget up.


    Shoot! Thatfreakinglecternsmade of stone!My eyes brimmed with tears.


    Li Mazis face was stiff, and hedidnt bat an eyeatme. He gently and leisurelycedhis head through the loop. His movementswereso elegant that he looked almost like a European gentleman.


    I gritted my teethand tried to get up despite the pain in myfoot. I then walked to Li Maziand huggedhis thighsin an attemptto pull him down.Unexpectedly, he was as firm as a rock. I used all of my strength but couldnt move himat all.


    Iwasafraidthat he wasnt simply bewitched. Li Mazi was possessed. Otherwise, he wouldnt be so heavy.


    Luckily, I found some durum wheat inmypocket. I hurried to sprinklethe wheaton Li Mazi.


    The momenthe washitby thegrains, Li Mazi shook a little bit. Then, he slumpedonthe lectern as though he was made of squishy noodles. I was quick enough to catch him.


    As he couldnt wake up, I guessed his Yang energy wasdepleted. I ced him on the ground.


    I then picked up thehalberdand stabbed behind me.


    I didnt need to turn around to know that the female ghostwas standingbehind me. Her resentful energy was really strong.


    The ghost seemed to be scared as I had hurt her a few times. She shed and dodged my attack. However, right after that, shenoticed thatmy halberd was just a piece of scrap metal. She gritted her teethand saidsomething I didnt understand.


    After speaking, the female ghost lunged toward me. Her speed wasnt as fast asthe time of our encounterat the hotel. I wasnt scaredandretreateda few steps.Right whenshe was about to reach me, I closed my eyes and read a spell.


    I was trying to invitetheImmortal Sword,Lu Dongbin!


    Ever since I had learned this spell from Chuyi, I hadnt had a chance to use it. I wondered if itwould work.


    The halberd in my hand was like a prop made of scrap metal, but it could be a sharp weapon in Lu Dongbins hand. Although it was a little inconvenientto use, itwouldntbe a problem for him to deal with that half-damaged ghost.


    My n soundedsolid. However, after I finished reading the spell, I didnt feel anything, and the ghost was right in front of me. I wasntsostupid to engage in a fight with her now. I ran away immediately.Whilerunning, I kept reading the spell.


    Eventually, I was forced into a corner, and I hadnt been able to invite Lu Dongbin yet. The female ghost sneered evillyand turnedintoared ring-shapedobject, aimingat my throat.


    Youjerk!Lu Dongbin, youre a big swindler! Swindler! I cursed in desperation. Then, I screamedand ran towardthe red ring thing.Before I could raise my hand to attack, someone pped me.


    Who? Who theheckjust hit me?SinceI was going to die here,I didnt mind if Ioffendedmore wandering ghosts. I ignored everythingand cursedto my hearts content.


    Unexpectedly, after cursing, my other cheek also got pped. At the same time, a righteous voice arose. Youfool, try to curse me one more time.I dare you!


    I was stunned, but Iquicklypulled myself together.Lu Dongbinhadarrived!I felt like crying inside!


    Before the female ghostcould attackme again, I hurried to talk tohim.Immortal Sword, youre here. If you didnte, Iwould havedied here


    Actually, Ive been herefor quite awhile. I just didnt want to help you.Did you usethat broken stick to invite me? You insulted me! Lu Dongbings angry voiceechoed.


    After I listened to his words,I blushedand mumbledthat it was already goodthat I hadthis broken stick. Before I couldopenmy mouth to talk,my body feltmuch lighter and agiler. The broken halberd in my hand slowly glowed a magnificent blue halo.


    It was the immortal power of Lu Dongbin! Istopped running and raisedthe halberd, aiming itat the ghost.


    However, the female ghost was now quicklymovingaround in her ring-shaped form. My attacks only hit the void. I was like a yak stomping on flies, unable to hit my target. It was so frustrating!


    In the end, Lu Dongbin couldntbear itanymore. Kid, youre useless.


    Then, I lost control of my body.


    The blue light on the halberd in my hand shot up into the sky, creatinga series of shadows.All of the attacks hit the ring precisely.


    The ghost shrieked in agony. She couldnt endure the attacksanymore and transformedback into her originalform.


    She shotme a nce before turning into a redshadow and fleeingfrom the castle. I wanted to chase after her,but my body didnt listen to me.


    Before I could ask Lu Dongbin why he didnt want to let me chase the ghost,hespoke up. Show mercy! This is not our territory. Ibrokethe rule when I came here to save you


    Iunderstoodit now. Lu Dongbin was agod in China, but he was an uninvited guest in thisWestern country. He had to follow the rule here.


    Anyway, dont be scared.Iveinjuredthat thing, so it wont trouble you anymore, said Lu Dongbinin an indifferentvoice.


    Then, everything suddenly turned pitch ck in front of me. When Igot a hold ofmyself again, I felt the pain from my foot.


    I wanted to wake Li Mazi up to ask him to carry me back to the hotel, butI couldntwake him up no matter how hard I called him.In the end,Iasked Yin Xinyue to stay in the room and told her not to open the door. I simply decided to sleep here. Lu Dongbindid saythat the ghost wouldnte back to trouble me.


    I directlidnext to Li Mazi. I wasnt scared but somewhat excitedasI hadseeded in invitingImmortal Sword Lu Dongbin. It wasadeed I had never dreamt of doing before!


    When it waspletely bright outside, Li Mazi woke up. He askedwith a doubtful face,LittleBrotherZhang, whereare we? Whyare wehere?


    If not here, do you think we should be in an urn? I rubbed my swollen toesand fumed.


    I briefed Li Mazi onthe events that urrest night. Li Mazi was frightened. LittleBrother Zhang, you saved mylifeone more time


    I definitely did. Tell me, if you were to die, Iwould be able toshake off a lot of burdens, right? I teased him.


    Im sure you cant bringyourself to ditchme. Although Im not a professional, Im your useful assistant! Li Mazi smiled and got up to help me stand.


    Tch,I dont need your crocodile tears! I scoffed. However, myheart waswarm.