Ultimate Magus in Cultivation World-Chapter 251: Train XI

The team moved forward across the open stretch, keeping their spacing steady. The valley ahead was wide, with low grass and occasional bushes. The stream ran along the side, and the sunlight made it easier to see the ground, but also made them more visible.

Han Yi kept his eyes on the path.

"...Open ground... easier to walk, but we stay alert."

Mu Chen followed closely, scanning the edges.

"...Exactly. Keep focus. Step by step."

Yue stayed near Ling, watching both the path and the surroundings.

"...Almost at the next group of trees. Let’s keep moving together."

Lei Feng pointed out a few small dips and loose stones.

"...Careful here. Step by step, together."

One by one, they crossed the open stretch. Birds flew off at their approach, and the gentle sound of the stream ran alongside them. Each step was careful and coordinated.

When they reached the next line of taller trees, Ling raised her hand to signal a pause.

"Good. Trees ahead will give us shade and cover. Short break here. Drink water, check gear, and catch your breath. Step by step, together."

The team moved into the shade, relief visible in their posture. They sat or leaned against the trunks, taking a few minutes to recover. After checking their packs and weapons, Ling looked over the team.

"Rest is done. Time to move again. Keep spacing, watch your footing, and stay alert. Step by step, together."

Han Yi stood first, stretching.

"...I’m ready. Let’s go."

Mu Chen scanned the edges once more.

"...Eyes open. Nothing unexpected."

Yue fell in beside Ling, adjusting her pack.

"...Together. Let’s keep at it."

Lei Feng led slightly ahead, pointing out small obstacles.

"...Careful here. Step by step."

The team moved steadily through the shaded trees, the cool air helping them regain energy. Soon, the forest began to thin, opening up to another gentle slope leading further into the valley. Ling slowed the pace, signaling the group to prepare.

"From here, the valley is open again," she said. "Visibility is better, but so is exposure. We move carefully, maintain spacing, and watch each other. Step by step, together."

The team adjusted, ready to cross the next stretch, alert but steady, moving as one toward the valley ahead.

The team stepped onto the open stretch of the valley, moving slowly but steadily. The grass was short, and the ground was mostly firm, though small rocks and uneven patches required attention. The stream ran nearby, its water glinting in the sunlight.

Han Yi scanned ahead.

"...Open, easy to walk... but we stay alert."

Mu Chen kept his staff ready, eyes moving along the edges.

"...Exactly. Step carefully. Stay focused."

Yue stayed close to Ling, glancing around.

"...Almost to the next group of trees. Keep together."

Lei Feng pointed out a few loose stones in their path.

"...Watch your footing. Step by step."

They crossed the stretch carefully. Birds flew from nearby bushes, and the sound of running water added a quiet rhythm to their movement. Each step was measured, the team moving as one.

As they neared the next cluster of trees, Ling held up a hand.

"Trees ahead will give us cover and a chance to rest. We stop briefly, drink water, check gear, then continue. Step by step, together."

The team moved into the shade, letting themselves relax slightly. They leaned against tree trunks, adjusted their packs, and took a few deep breaths. Ling observed them quietly.

"Short rest over," she said. "We move again. Keep spacing, watch the ground, and stay alert. Step by step, together."

Han Yi stood first, stretching.

"...Ready. Let’s go."

Mu Chen scanned the area.

"...Eyes open. Stay focused."

Yue adjusted her pack and moved beside Ling.

"...Together."

Lei Feng led slightly ahead, pointing out small obstacles.

"...Careful. Step by step." 𝓯𝙧𝙚𝒆𝙬𝙚𝒃𝙣𝙤𝒗𝓮𝓵.𝙘𝙤𝙢

They moved steadily through the shaded area. Soon, the trees thinned, and the valley opened again. The slope ahead was gentle but fully exposed. Ling slowed the team.

"Open ground ahead," she said. "We can see far, but that also means we’re more visible. Stay alert, keep your spacing, and move carefully. Step by step, together."

The team readied themselves, moving as one toward the open stretch, alert but steady, prepared for whatever lay ahead.

The team stepped onto the open stretch, moving carefully but steadily. The ground was mostly firm, though small rocks and dips required attention. The stream sparkled nearby, and the sunlight made it easier to see the terrain—but also meant they could be seen from a distance.

Han Yi scanned ahead.

"...It’s open... easier to walk, but stay alert."

Mu Chen held his staff ready, eyes moving along the edges.

"...Exactly. Step carefully. Stay focused."

Yue stayed close to Ling.

"...Almost to the next group of trees. Keep together."

Lei Feng pointed out a few loose stones.

"...Watch your footing. Step by step."

They moved across the open ground slowly, each step deliberate. Birds flew off from nearby bushes, and the sound of the stream added a quiet background. Every member stayed alert, aware of their surroundings.

As the next cluster of trees came into view, Ling held up a hand to signal a pause.

"Trees ahead. Shade and cover. Short rest there. Drink water, check gear, then continue. Step by step, together."

The team reached the trees and took a brief break. They drank water, adjusted their packs, and stretched briefly. Ling watched them carefully.

"Rest done. We move again. Keep your spacing and stay alert. Step by step, together."

Han Yi stood first.

"...Ready. Let’s go."

Mu Chen scanned the edges one last time.

"...Eyes open. Stay aware."

Yue moved beside Ling.

"...Together."

Lei Feng led slightly ahead, pointing out small rocks.

"...Careful here. Step by step."

They moved steadily through the shaded area. Soon, the trees thinned, and the valley opened again. The slope ahead was gentle but fully exposed. Ling slowed the team.

"Open ground ahead. Visibility is better, but so is exposure. Move carefully, keep spacing, and stay alert. Step by step, together."

The team readied themselves and stepped onto the open stretch, moving as one, alert and steady, prepared for whatever lay ahead.