lcionline Chapter 190: Mohist Mechanical Techniques Climb the Cloud Ladder
Chapter 190: Mohist Mechanical Techniques Climb the Cloud Ladder
Countless strange stone statues stand in the center of the square. These statues look neither human nor animal, but exist in an indescribable form, as if they are creatures from another world, quietly watching every passerby on this land.
Zhang Chulan, a young scholar among the explorers, stared at the stone statues in wide-eyed wonder, his heart filled with confusion and curiosity. He turned to Zhuge Qing beside him and said, "Look at these stone statues! They look neither human nor animal. Could they be the mysterious creatures mentioned in the Classic of Mountains and Seas? What secrets are hidden here?"
Zhuge Qing, a learned historian, frowned as he carefully examined the statues. He shook his head and whispered, "I've never seen any record of these statues in history books, nor have any recent discoveries. They may have been common in ancient times, but now they seem so mysterious."
As the two were discussing, the Queen looked around, her eyes sharp and determined.
She took a deep breath and said decisively, "There's no need to waste time on these stone statues. I have a feeling the Pavilion of Heaven is nearby. Instead of wasting time on this thing, we should find the Pavilion of Heaven as soon as possible."
As soon as the Queen finished speaking, Taoist Priest Li in the group suddenly stopped. His face was solemn, his eyes were sharp, and he seemed to be sensing something. He whispered a warning, "Everyone, be careful! I feel like there's something watching us from all sides."
There was dead silence all around, and in the darkness it seemed as if countless pairs of invisible eyes were spying on everyone. Zhang Chulan, who was at the end of the team, looked around in shock and vigilance, feeling as if something was staring at him all the time.
Zhang Chulan's heart tightened. He looked at Taoist Li nervously and asked, "Master, have we entered the mausoleum? Is there any danger here?"
Taoist Priest Li nodded, his eyes becoming more serious. "The feeling just now was particularly obvious. It seemed like something was secretly observing us, but we couldn't determine its exact location."
Hearing this, the atmosphere in the team suddenly became tense and solemn.
Wang Ye and Zhuge Qing became playful when they saw Zhang Chulan's expression, so they decided to play a good trick on Zhang Chulan.
The two men quietly came up behind Zhang Chulan and patted his shoulders at the same time. Zhang Chulan was startled by the sudden touch. Seeing that it was a prank by these two guys, he was immediately furious.
However, Li Qian appeared relatively calm. He said calmly, "Don't scare yourself. We're here to find the Heavenly Pavilion. As long as we stay alert, nothing will happen."
Although Li Qiankun didn't say it explicitly, everyone sensed the deeper meaning behind his words. They knew that Li Qiankun had also sensed the abnormality that Taoist Li mentioned, but he chose to remain calm and not show it. This calmness and composure reassured the rest of the team.
Led by Li Qiankun, the group continued to move forward.
Their eyes were determined and their steps were steady, as if something important was waiting for them ahead.
After passing through a series of narrow passages, they finally arrived at a wide shrine road.
The Shinto Road is lined with lush trees and ancient buildings, which seem to be telling the ancient legends of this land.
Zhang Chulan looked at these buildings with awe and curiosity. He whispered to Zhuge Qing, "These buildings look very old. I wonder how much history they have witnessed."
Zhuge Qing nodded and whispered, "Yes, these buildings, like the stone statues, are full of mystery and unknowns. Our journey is not only to find the Pavilion of Heaven, but also to uncover the secrets of this land."
With Li Qiankun's unwavering determination, the group crossed the sacred path and finally arrived at a towering palace. The palace was so imposing, it seemed to engulf everything. Its unique architectural style combined ancient charm with a modern flair.
The Queen looked at the palace before her, her mouth wide open in amazement. She whispered, "Is this the Pavilion of Heaven? It's so majestic, it seems to swallow everything."
However, Li Qiankun shook his head. His eyes wandered around the palace, as if searching for something. He whispered, "No, this isn't the Heavenly Pavilion. The Heavenly Pavilion is a legendary place, perhaps hidden somewhere we can't see. We need to carefully explore the area around this palace, looking for clues."
Upon hearing this, everyone began to move. They carefully observed every corner around the palace, searching for any possible clues. Li Qiankun was constantly sensing the surrounding atmosphere, trying to find any trace of Tianzhi Pavilion.
Time ticked by, yet nothing was accomplished. Just as they were growing frustrated, the Queen suddenly raised her scepter. She closed her eyes and muttered something. As her words rang out, a dazzling light emanated from the scepter, illuminating everything around her.
"Look!" the queen pointed ahead, and everyone looked in the direction of her finger. A towering palace appeared before them, suspended in mid-air. It towered majestically, like a gigantic temple suspended in mid-air. This palace was completely different from the one below, imbued with an air of mystery and the unknown.
"Pavilion of Heaven!" Li Qiankun's voice echoed in the silent air, and an expression of disbelief appeared on his face, as if everything before him was an illusion.
"This...how is this possible?" Taoist Priest Li followed closely behind Li Qiankun, his face also full of surprise.
He looked around, trying to find more clues about the Pavilion of Heaven from the ruins.
Others also exclaimed in surprise. They couldn't believe their eyes. This legendary place actually existed.
The queen stood at the front of the crowd, a smug smile on her face.
She felt that she had finally found what she wanted, the Heavenly Pavilion that could allow her to realize her heart's desire.
She gently waved the scepter in her hand, and the gems inlaid on the scepter sparkled in the sunlight, as if crowning her victory.
"We found it. This is the Pavilion of Heaven." The queen's voice reached everyone's ears.
However, faced with this mysterious Pavilion of Heaven, everyone was confused.
How could they enter this ancient and majestic building? Li Qiankun frowned in confusion, staring at the towering Heavenly Pavilion in front of him, his heart filled with doubts and curiosity.
"Let me try," the Queen's voice broke the silence. She raised her scepter, ready to use her own power to open the gates of the Heavenly Pavilion. She whispered an ancient spell, and the gem on the scepter began to gleam with a dazzling light. However, despite her immense efforts, the gates of the Heavenly Pavilion remained firmly closed, as if mocking her incompetence.
At this moment, Zhuge Qing suddenly spoke up. He was a learned and intelligent man with a deep understanding of ancient mechanical engineering. "The mechanical engineering of the Mohist school is truly miraculous," he lamented. "It's a pity that few in the Central Plains know about it now, and the wisdom of the Mohist school is gradually being buried."
His words made everyone's eyes light up, and they began to realize that perhaps they could find a way to enter the Heavenly Pavilion through the Mohist mechanical techniques. However, just as they were still thinking about how to use the Mohist mechanical techniques, the queen had already walked out from the depths of the meteorite space.
Her steps were light and graceful, and in her hand she held a unique object—a cloud ladder. The ladder looked ordinary, but the queen announced to everyone, "This is a cloud ladder. With it, we can easily reach the Heavenly Pavilion."
Everyone was surprised when they heard this. The Queen gently placed the ladder on the ground, and instantly it transformed into a beam of light that shot straight into the sky. This beam of light was like a dazzling bridge, connecting the ground to the entrance of the Heavenly Pavilion.
Zhang Chulan and the others couldn't wait to climb the ladder. They clutched the handrails tightly, feeling the warmth and strength brought by the light. Following the light's guidance, they flew towards the Heavenly Pavilion, their hearts filled with excitement and anticipation.
When they finally stepped onto the Heavenly Pavilion, the sight before them astounded them. It was a world filled with mystery and wonder. The massive Qin Wang Mirror stood in the center, reflecting a dazzling light. This mirror seemed to possess the power of all seeing, filling everyone with awe and curiosity.
Curious, Xiaohong approached the Qin Wang Mirror and reached out to touch the cold surface. The moment her fingers touched the mirror, her image blurred, as if she had traveled through time and space into another world. She was surprised to find her reflection distorted and strange, as if influenced by some mysterious force.
"This mirror is amazing!" Xiaohong exclaimed. Curious, she moved closer to the mirror and carefully observed her reflection. She discovered that the person in the mirror seemed to possess a mysterious power that made her feel both excited and frightened.
Qu Yin stood by, observing Xiao Hong's fascination and curiosity about the Qin Wang Mirror. She smiled and explained, "This mirror was brought to the sea by Xu Fu. It possesses magical powers that can see through everything in the world. Now it is of vital importance to us, as it may hold clues to the true treasure."
Xiaohong nodded when she heard this. She understood the importance of this mirror.
She took a deep breath and decided to follow Qu Yin's instructions to go to the throne. She knew that what she wanted was there, but she also knew that she couldn't be greedy, otherwise she might lose more.
Xiaohong turned and walked towards the throne, her steps firm and powerful. She knew it was a path fraught with challenges and dangers, but she also believed she could overcome all difficulties. Behind her, Quyin turned and walked in the other direction, saying she wanted to see the part of the Heavenly Pavilion that the others had already found.
The Queen and Li Qiankun stood on the cloud ladder, looking up at the white jade steps with awe in their hearts. They knew that this heavenly pavilion hid countless secrets and miracles, and they believed that they could uncover these secrets and find the true treasure.