Under the backdrop of the pristine snowfield, the surrounding tall pines and cypresses appeared exceptionally upright, with crystal-clear snowflakes hanging from their branches, as if adorned with a layer of silver armor, sparkling dazzlingly under the sunlight.
This icy world resembled a scene from a fairy tale, breathtakingly beautiful, as if every detail had been meticulously carved, and every corner was filled with mystery and fantasy.
Yet, in this icebound world where "one sees no birds flying across thousands of mountains, and not a single human trail on countless paths," silence and solitude interweave together, with the white snow covering all signs of life, as if the entire world had fallen into slumber, leaving nothing but endless emptiness and desolation.
In this world clad in silver and wrapped in white, time seemed to have halted, all sounds absorbed by the thick snow, leaving behind only a dead silence. Hidden behind this beauty was a suffocating indifference and ruthlessness. The power of nature displayed itself unreservedly here, as if warning every intruder that this was its domain, and any living being must submit to its rules.
Now, how to survive in this ghostly icy and snowy place?
How to find a path leading to inhabited areas?
How to escape this predicament and return to the warmth of modern society?
Shi Feiyang stood amidst the snow, pondering for a long time, gazing around, his heart filled with confusion and helplessness.
This vast and boundless snowfield resembled an endless maze, causing Shi Feiyang to feel extreme bewilderment and anxiety. He gradually realized that he must quickly find a way to escape, otherwise, he would struggle to survive in this harsh snowfield.
He must seek human footprints, find a shelter to keep warm, and discover a passage that could allow him to reintegrate into this era. Taking a deep breath, Shi Feiyang resolved to march toward the direction of sunrise, hoping to find a glimmer of hope.
Thus, in this cold snowfield, Shi Feiyang trudged forward with difficulty.
He staggered with every step, each seeming exceptionally heavy. Despite the bone-chilling wind, there was only one resolute thought in his mind, which was to find a cave to shelter from the piercing wind no matter what.
However, surrounded by a vast expanse of white snow, where could one find a cave for warmth? And where was there a cave?
Where was there food? Alas! Perhaps he was to freeze to death here? Alas!
Unknowingly, night had fallen, with stars twinkling in the sky.
Suddenly, a meteor-like light streaked swiftly across the pitch-black night sky, carving a gorgeous arc in its path.
Shi Feiyang heard a strange sound, involuntarily looking up at the sky.
Boom! Unexpectedly, that meteor-like light suddenly crashed down, hitting Shi Feiyang right on target.
Instantly, everything went dark before Shi Feiyang's eyes, feeling a bout of dizziness, and then he passed out.
In the midst of his faint, he seemed to hear a strange voice, like some being was whispering.
This voice echoed in his ears, filling him with an inexplicable unease.
However, Shi Feiyang was unable to open his eyes.
In a state of daze, Shi Feiyang suddenly felt a peculiar stimulus, as if something soft was covering him. In his mind, a scene instinctively unfolded, like he was spending romantic moments with his beautiful campus flower girlfriend. Without thinking, Shi Feiyang flipped that person over and quickly mounted, as if galloping freely on a steed.
Time seemed to blur at this moment, with Shi Feiyang fully immersed in that wondrous feeling, unable to extricate himself.
After what felt like ages, the person suddenly emitted rapid breaths, with a hint of plea in the tone: "I implore you, spare me! I am the Sunflower Saintess; you cannot treat me like this. Merely because of one drunken incident, you have subjected me to seven rough encounters. Alas!"
Upon hearing these words, Shi Feiyang was utterly shocked, as if struck by thunder, falling into a daze instantly.
The person lightly waved their side, and the candlelight on the wall was immediately kindled.
Shi Feiyang sat up in astonishment.
The person also sat up.
Shi Feiyang carefully examined the person's face, only to see her skin like snow, her eyebrows like paintings, her lips cherry-red, and her captivating visage adorned with a rosy blush. Her beautiful eyes exuded tender feelings, cheeks flushed, appearing exceedingly enchanting and captivating.
In astonishment, Shi Feiyang stared at the woman beside him, stammering, "You? You? Are you the Sunflower Saintess? From the heavens? Where is this? We?! I?!" It turned out, what had fallen and struck Shi Feiyang, causing him to faint, was indeed a beautiful woman.
The Sunflower Saintess swiftly rose from the bed, bending down to pick up the phoenix-colored fairy skirt on the floor, dressing again.
She cast a sharp glance at Shi Feiyang.
But in an instant, her gaze softened, gently saying, "You, young man, are handsome and have a good physique, which I greatly admire. However, there is a difference between the Immortal Realm and the mortal world. All this is just an illusory dream. I am grateful for our encounter; you have endured much. I shall bestow upon you a Divine Dragon Pagoda. In the Scripture Pavilion of the Divine Dragon Pagoda, you shall learn unparalleled martial arts, and with these skills, you can traverse the forest sea and snowfield, exploring the endless mysteries of the outside world."
Deep within Shi Feiyang's heart, a strong sense of confusion and amazement was stirring.
Never had he imagined encountering such an extraordinary experience, as if all of this was a destiny already arranged.
The arrival of the Sunflower Saintess made him feel as if he was inside an ancient and mysterious myth, filled with indescribable awe. Shi Feiyang gazed at the peerless beauty before him.
The countenance of the Sunflower Saintess seemed to gather the essence of the heavens and earth, extraordinarily stunning beyond words.
Shi Feiyang's heart was filled with admiration and gratitude for her, as if in her presence, all his worries and puzzles were insignificant. The Sunflower Saintess seemed to see through Shi Feiyang's thoughts.
With a smile, her eyes unveiled endless gentleness and wisdom.
Then, she softly comforted, "Do not be afraid; all this is destined. Our meeting might be the due course of fate. Now, you only need to calmly accept my gift, diligently cultivate, and you shall accomplish great deeds in the future."
Listening to the words of the Sunflower Saintess, Shi Feiyang's heart gradually calmed down.
He knew this was not merely a simple encounter, but a journey destined to change his fate.
He resolved to seize this opportunity, not to disappoint the Sunflower Saintess's expectations, diligently cultivating, hoping to achieve accomplishments in the future, not wasting this extraordinary experience.