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The Drought Demon is dead, yet the mystery remains.
Although the drought hasn't completely ceased, it has gradually subsided.
A robust Arhat stepped forward barefooted, soared to a high place, and proclaimed in a powerful voice: "The Buddha has vanquished the demon, the Drought Demon is eliminated. Those with sincerity should burn three sticks of incense, bow to the Buddha, and pray for rain."
Half a day later...
To the surprise of all, the capital was indeed filled with incense burning ceremonies.
The rising incense smoke tore open a world of golden light, revealing the seated headless Great Buddha.
Li Xuan felt like a fish returning to water.
Amidst the swirling incense fog, he used the Demon Technique "Calling the Wind" and wished for rain.
After a long time, and then some more, a wind suddenly blew across the dry, hot land. The sky turned gray-blue, and raindrops began to fall. At first, they were warm, but gradually cooled.
The rain poured for a long time...
