After a great deal of effort, the two finally managed to shake off the Bone Demon.
Back on the surface, the sun had not yet set. An occasional ray of sunlight pierced through the overlapping dark clouds, casting patches of golden light on the grayish-black earth. If one were in the mood, it would have been quite a beautiful sight.
However, Lü Zhong was in no mood to admire the scenery. He ran for over ten li before finally leaning against a giant rock to rest.
"Fellow Daoist Li, since I've already helped you gather the Coffin Mushroom, I was wondering when you might teach me how to make the Evil Exorcism Talisman?" Lü Zhong turned his head, looked at the disheveled Li Dong beside him, and asked about their prior agreement.
Hearing this, Li Dong, who was resting nearby, stood up and straightened his clothes.
"Once we're back in Qingliu Square, I'll teach you immediately."
"Good, it's a deal!"
Lü Zhong nodded.
After they had rested enough, the two set off again.
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