Chaotic World Book
Chapter 356 - 349 Thanks to Brother Yan

Chapter 356: Chapter 349 Thanks to Brother Yan

Zhao Changhe didn’t reply at the moment, simply sizing up the Thunder Road himself.

The martial artists of this world might not understand insulation and conductivity... Ancient people didn’t grasp these concepts; martial artists engaged in studying nature or the Five Elements might have a slight clue, but someone like Yan Que, with the Blood Demon Hand, likely didn’t fall into this category and it was uncertain what ideas he could come up with.

For instance, theoretically, wood is an insulator... However, since trees contain water, ancient people certainly considered wood conductive—they could never have imagined that if the moisture were removed from wood, it could protect against lightning, and Yan Que would surely not have thought of that.

In fact, Zhao Changhe had already seen disarrayed wood chips in the distance on the road, beside them lay bones that had long since perished. This indicates that someone had attempted to use wood for protection but since the wooden boards contained moisture, they were still electrocuted... Subsequent onlookers would thus dismiss the idea.

Like the large thick wooden board cut halfway on the side, which was abandoned and left aside; it seemed that upon cutting it halfway, seeing the tragic plight of predecessors, the idea was dismissed.

Moreover, the cracks in the wooden boards along the road indicated another issue... Whether it conducts electricity might not be entirely useful; such lightning likely contains a forceful impact, easily shattering the mere wood.

It should hence be combined with martial arts, such as using another thick wooden board, slowly using True Qi to dry out the moisture within, and also maintaining the wood with True Qi while holding it up for protection... This road could probably be traversed this way.

There was in fact a more direct method, as long as Dragon Sparrow was willing... Dragon Sparrow could float above and absorb the electricity, without needing Zhao himself to touch anything—naturally, Dragon Sparrow might not be willing. Additionally, this external divine item might not be recognized by the Heavenly Book cheat.

Cui Wenjing had suggested he tame Dragon Sparrow, which hadn’t yet been attempted, not for lack of wanting but because he found it difficult to approach. He couldn’t just grab Dragon Sparrow and ask, "Hey, will you acknowledge me as your master?" If it came to a fight, he felt he wouldn’t be able to defeat Dragon Sparrow and would simply be chased around, which would be ridiculous...

Let’s not talk about it for now.

In any case, this entire environment was formed by the natural release of various intentions by the Heavenly Book; It wasn’t a deliberate trial, not designed to trouble people... As long as one had a decent martial arts foundation and used the appropriate methods, it was possible to solve the problem, not so difficult indeed.

Zhao Changhe surreptitiously picked up the half-carved thick wooden board beside him, drew his sword and methodically started carving, stating, "I think this might be worth a try..."

Yan Que sneered, "Someone already died on the road using that, you can try if you want."

Zhao Changhe as if just realizing it, replied with an annoyed tone, "Hiss... That’s indeed the case... What ideas does Brother Yan have?"

Yan Que pointed to a large stone slab beside them, "This stone slab was cut from the mountainside by me. If lifted to shield my head, it should be able to protect against lightning. But life is too precious for me to try it lightly."

Zhao Changhe laughed, "You couldn’t be expecting me to try it, could you? Are you taking me for a fool?"

Yan Que shook his head, "Demonstrably^ not... what I mean is, if you could use True Qi to lift the stone slab without touching it, it would be much safer. However, as you know, with our individual strength, maintaining such a heavy stone slab with external True Qi is feasible only for a short while, not for such a long road."

Zhao Changhe understood, "So we do it together?"

"That’s right. This is why I said others lacked the strength; they might not even be able to project their True Qi outward, let alone maintain it for a long duration." Yan Que said, "This method should be steady, would Brother Wang be willing to try?"

Indeed, this method seemed more secure; if not touched by hands, there generally wouldn’t be any problems, and the stone slab wouldn’t easily shatter.

Yet who would dare squeeze together with you, hands up lifting with external True Qi? If you’re not killed by the lightning first, you might die by your own hand.

Zhao Changhe smiled, half in jest, "Does Brother Yan trust me so much?"

Yan Que sighed, "Each of us schemes against the other, causing things that should be completed to remain unfinished... I don’t know what these golden Book Pages are, but if they test people, it’s very possible that one of the intentions is to foster unity and collaboration, thus the existence of this final road."

Zhao Changhe almost burst out laughing, "That makes sense, Brother Yan thinks deeply."

Yan Que stated, "If I’m correct, then lifting a stone slab together should be the only solution, and also what the Book Page intends to see. Thus, I suggest Brother Wang set aside all schemes and truly collaborate sincerely. What do you think?"

After pondering for a moment, Zhao Changhe seemed genuinely persuaded, "Rumors have it that Brother Yan is ruthless and venomous, unexpectedly you possess such broadness of vision."

"Being ruthless and venomous doesn’t conflict with collaboration. What conflicts is being treacherous and untrustworthy, something Yan has not been criticized for... Likewise neither has Brother Wang."

"That’s correct." Zhao Changhe wrapped the wooden board on his back, smiling, "Then let’s begin."

Yan Que looked curiously at the wooden board he was carrying like a turtle shell, "Brother Wang, that thing won’t be of any use."

"It’s just to be prepared without harm." Zhao Changhe bent down to lift the stone slab, easily tossing it upward with one hand, and laughingly said, "Off we go."

Seeing Zhao realistically manipulating the stone slab as lightly as playing with wooden chips, amazement flickered again in Yan Que’s eyes.

This man has immense strength! Indeed, the reputation of Langya Wang Daozhong is well deserved.

"Wang is refreshingly straightforward, making him an interesting partner," Zhao Changhe stated as he positioned himself to the left of Yan Que, regardless of the disadvantage it gave him. With synchronized motions, both stretched out their right hands and released their True Qi, lifting a slab of stone a few inches into the air.

This placement was rather amusing to observe; with everyone using their right hand, standing on the left actually put him at a disadvantage, potentially exposing him to an attack from Wang Daozhong who could hit him with his left hand. Yet, this move also cleared any doubts Wang Daozhong might have harbored.

Zhao Changhe felt greatly relieved, "Brother Yan is generous. Let’s go!"

Together, they carefully hoisted the stone slab and entered the thunderstorm area.

As expected, lightning struck the stone but did not travel further, staying as steady as Mount Taishan.

Lifting the slab was somewhat exhausting for Zhao Changhe; his ability to project True Qi was far from as steady and prolonged as Yan Que’s, and he was barely holding up. Fortunately, the Six Harmonies Divine Skill specialized in enduring such strains without revealing its full strength, so he could manage a facade.

Moreover, this was a great opportunity to train his Qi projection, significantly enhancing his Control Crane Skill.

Throughout their journey, Zhao Changhe kept sharpening his learned skills, almost making him consider attempting this feat again. But then, he thought, "Wait, wouldn’t acquiring the Heavenly Book make constant training feasible? Even in a VR-like reality based on how much was unsealed before?"

Including his keen perception and vigilant senses at this moment, Yan Que’s every movement, akin to ’Moon Reflected in Water,’ was completely transparent to Zhao Changhe.

Yan Que was simply walking along slowly, showing no signs of mischief.

Zhao Changhe cracked a faint smile, aware of when the action would take place.

"God damn shared Book Pages," he thought as they approached the floating pages. It was a given that the other would attempt theft.

Zhao Changhe was uncertain whether the blind woman would intervene; she might only target the presence of God Demons. He couldn’t rely too heavily on her and would need to handle things himself.

Each harboring their own schemes, they slowly traversed the path through the thunderous terrain, the peak and the tantalizingly suspended golden Book Silk emitting a breathtaking aura of the Heavenly Dao just ahead, immensely vast and enigmatic.

Yan Que’s eyes narrowed slightly, and Zhao Changhe could sense the tensing of his muscles and the shift in his breathing. The positioning, left or right, made no difference to someone of Yan Que’s capabilities.

"Thump!" Zhao Changhe stepped forward, then suddenly withdrew, stepping out of the stone’s protective range.

Just then, a streak of blood-light shot stealthily from Yan Que’s left hand. Zhao Changhe’s retreat deftly evaded the ambush.

The next moment, with the board above his head, Zhao Changhe swiftly retreated back down the lightning road.

Yan Que, having missed his attack, was stunned.

Expecting Wang Daozhong to move forward, Yan Que had calculated his ambush for such, but Zhao Changhe inexplicably retreated!

Venturing back into the lightning storm?

Yet, with the board raised overhead, he remained unharmed, even directly holding the board, his True Qi shielding it as lightning struck, firm as a rock.

How peculiar, why didn’t his board conduct electricity?

"Let’s go after him," Yan Que thought, realizing he couldn’t maintain lifting the stone alone long enough to fetch the book. Pursuing Zhao and then returning for the book wasn’t feasible. Deciding instantly, Yan Que ignored the retreating figure and dashed forward, reaching for the Book Pages.

Just as he was about to touch the pages, "Wang Daozhong," apparently fleeing with the board, sharply circled back, launching a Longsword straight at Yan Que’s back!

Prepared, Yan Que’s hand emitted a blood-light, slapping it onto the sword blade.

The air suddenly stilled.

Thunder crashed onto the blade, sending electricity surging through Yan Que’s hand.

Electrocuted, Yan Que convulsed violently, crying out as the stone no longer sustainable, "thudded" on his head.

As Zhao Changhe swept past like smoke, he launched a "Sky-clearing Sea Suppressing Palm," the palm wind, bridging the distance, bombarded Yan Que’s side completely, ensuring the lightning struck him thoroughly.

Unable to resist in his electrified state, Yan Que took the blow solidly, spitting blood as he fell back.

Zhao Changhe grabbed the golden Book Page, continued covering himself with the board, and dashed back,"Thanks for the escort, Brother Yan. Much obliged!"