Mowenjie carefully looked at the ancient book in his hand, which was emitting a soft light, and found that the characters on it were difficult to understand. Huang Ling'er came over, looking equally puzzled. Just as the two of them were studying it, the ancient book suddenly flew up and hovered in mid-air. The pages flipped rapidly, and beams of gold light shot out from them, forming a map-like image afterwards.
The crowd was astounded, realizing that this might be a guide to the hidden treasure deeper in the ancient city. So they followed the direction indicated by the map. Along the way, there were many traps. Mowenjie used the power of flames to destroy some heat-sensing mechanisms, while Huang Ling'er controlled vines to repair broken paths to prevent falling into traps.
Finally, they arrived at their destination, where a huge statue stood in the center. The statue held a transparent crystal ball in its hand. At this moment, the ancient book shone again and flew to the statue. The crystal ball slowly floated towards Mo Wenjie. When he caught the ball, a strong force surged into his body, and his cultivation increased significantly.
Mo Wenjie understood that this was a gift from the ancient city to those who were meant to find it, and then he left the ancient city with Huang Ling'er and others, carrying the ancient book and the crystal ball.
Mo Wenjie looked at Jiang Yu rou and comforted her, "Yu Rou, though your strength has been damaged, it's not a big deal. This time, you can use more of the training resources, and then you can regain your strength. I think Ling'er, Yawen, Ding Yan, Yingying, Xiao Die, Chunling and the others wouldn't have any objections. Although you all compete secretly with each other, but since you're sisters, they wouldn't be unhappy with my decision!"
However, Jiang Yu Rou shook her head and said, "Brother Mo, this crystal ball is so precious, I can't take more resources by myself. Sisters also work hard, let's distribute them equally."
Mo Wenjie was about to speak when the surrounding space suddenly twisted. A shadow appeared, which was the person who had secretly lusted after the treasure in the ancient city. "Give me the crystal ball!" he roared. Mo Wenjie protected everyone behind him and coldly said, "This is a gift from the ancient city. You can't get it." He said this, both of his hands cast a seal and flame surged out. The shadow sneered and threw a talisman, turning into black smoke and charging towards Mo Wenjie.
Huang Ling'er, seeing this, commanded the vines to wrap around and try to block the black smoke. The others also cast spells, and for a moment, there was a flash of light. But the shadow was powerful and began to gain the upper hand. In a critical moment, the crystal ball within Mo Wenjie suddenly released a bright light, infusing him with power that pushed him beyond his limits. Mo Wenjie roared and delivered a full-force blow that sent the shadow retreating and vanishing. The group heaved a sigh of relief, and Jiang Yu rou smiled, "Seems like this crystal ball is not only a treasure for cultivation but also for safety." They all looked at each other and smiled.
Xiao Ayawen, Ding Yan, Tuo Yingying, and Qin Xiaodie all spoke at the same time: "Yu Rou sister, our husband has said that you can use more training resources. I think you should keep this crystal ball yourself. The tower is not only a treasure but also protects our safety. So it's better for you to keep it with you!"
Jiang Yu Rou looked at her sisters movedly, was just about to refuse again, but suddenly the sky became overcast. A solemn voice came: "You young ones, this crystal ball is a sacred object of our race. It was lost here many years ago. Give it back immediately." The crowd looked up and saw an elder standing on the clouds above, with a gentle demeanor and ethereal aura.
Mo Wenjie stepped forward, bowed respectfully, and said, "Venerable senior, this object was given to me by the ancient city. I do not know why it has become a sacred object of your race." The elder waved his hand, and a scene appeared, depicting a great battle years ago where the crystal ball was lost here.
Mo Wenjie showed a hesitant expression on his face. Jiang Yu Rou whispered, "Since it is the property of the old man, it should be returned." Mo Wenjie nodded, took out the crystal ball and handed it to the old man. The old man took over the crystal ball and smiled, saying, "You are all good people. I originally planned to take back the crystal ball and leave right away. But since you are so attached to it, I will give you this cultivation secret manual instead." He threw a booklet down.
The crowd was delighted and quickly expressed their gratitude. After the old man left, Mo Wenjie smiled and said, "Today, although we lost the crystal ball, we gained the secret manual, which is also a destiny." Everyone agreed and then together returned to their residence to study the newly obtained secret manual in order to enhance their cultivation.
Upon returning to their residence, the group gathered together to open the manual. However, the text on the manual was obscure and difficult to understand, resembling ancient runes. Mo Wenjie tried to perceive it with his spiritual energy but came up with nothing.
At this time, Jiang Yu Rou proposed, "Maybe we can look for ancient books in the city's library. Perhaps there are books there that can interpret this kind of text." The others thought it made sense, and they all went to the ancient books library together.
Inside the ancient books library, dust was thick in the air, and piles of scrolls were stacked everywhere. The group dispersed to search for clues. Suddenly, Huang Ling'er discovered an old and tattered book with symbols similar to those in the manual. Just as she was overjoyed, the book suddenly emitted a dim light, followed by a group of small ghosts appearing and lunging at the group with open mouths and claws.
Mo Wenjie reacted first, gathering his flames to form a protective shield. The others also fought back with their own methods; Xiao Ayawen summoned a water screen, and Ding Yan scattered ice spikes. After a fierce battle, the group defeated the ghosts.
Mo Wenjie picked up the old book and carefully examined it, discovering the key parts to interpreting the text in the secret manual. With this gain, they successfully began to cultivate and their cultivation increased gradually. This was an unprecedented treasure that could greatly enhance anyone's power, and they were all excited. It was a divine level cultivation method, and whoever obtained it would gain greatly in power. They had to protect it carefully!
Just as the group was immersed in the joy of their cultivation levels increasing, Mo Wenjie felt a subtle unease. That night, he went out for some fresh air alone, and suddenly noticed something unusual in the distance. As he approached, he saw a giant beast was swallowing cosmic qi from the environment, causing nearby plants and trees to wither rapidly. Mo Wenjie realized that if this beast grew larger, it would pose a threat to the entire city.
He hurried back to gather everyone. Upon arrival, the group was startled to see the beast. Mo Wenjie launched the first attack, with flames rushing towards the beast, but it easily dodged and counterattacked. The group worked together; Xiao Ayawen encircled the beast with a water screen, followed by Ding Yan's ice spikes piercing towards it. Huang Ling'er controlled vines to restrict its movement.
However, the beast was too powerful, and after breaking free, it spat out a dark energy ball. It looked like it was about to hit everyone, and Mo Wenjie remembered a defensive technique from the new divine-level cultivation method he had just learned. He quickly guided everyone to combine their efforts and activated it. A golden light barrier rose up to block the energy ball. Then, everyone simultaneously exerted their power, focusing all their forces at one point, and finally killed the beast. Mo Wenjie breathed a sigh of relief, and the others smiled at each other, solidifying their determination to protect peace, as well as continuously cultivate and improve themselves.
Mo Wenjie and Huang Ling'er, as well as the others, had barely begun to celebrate when a powerful pressure suddenly descended upon them, pressing down from above. Mo Wenjie shouted in alarm and led the women to channel their energy to resist the pressure. At this moment, the white-clad man appeared in front of them!
Mo Wenjie glanced at the white-clad man and said, "What, it's you again? You really are relentless! I wonder where your master is hiding, causing such a powerful pressure. The crystal ball you want is no longer with us; it was taken by a immortal. If you want to seize it, go find that immortal!"
The white-clad man coldly laughed and said, "Mo Wenjie, I'm not going to believe your words. Even if the crystal ball isn't here, you must have learned something from it. Surrender what you've learned, or you won't have a good day today."
Mo Wenjie was enraged in his heart, "We obtained it through our own strength. Why should we hand it over to you?" The white-clad man formed seals with his hands, and a number of chains surged from his back towards the crowd. Mo Wenjie ignited a fierce fire and with great effort, he broke the chains that approached.
Huang Ling'er summoned thick vines, which coiled around the white-clad man like a giant python. The white-clad man vanished and reappeared in mid-air, muttering incantations. Thunder and lightning then rained down from the sky.
As the group avoided the strikes, Jiang Yu Rou silently approached the back of the white-clad man. A cold flash appeared, and she offered a treasured sword to strike at his back. The white-clad man sensed the danger and dodged to the side, but his arm was sliced by the sword.
He glared at Jiang Yu Rou, ready to retaliate, when suddenly a ray of Buddha's light shot from afar, accompanied by peaceful Buddhist chants. The group looked to see an elderly monk coming on the clouds. "Amitabha Buddha, do not create more killing."
The white-clad man furrowed his brow and said, "Old monk, this matter has nothing to do with you. Do not interfere." The Buddhist monk smiled slightly and said, "Everything in the world has a cause and effect. What you are doing is like eating your own bad karma." The white-clad man coldly snorted and reluctantly looked at Mo Wenjie and the others before turning and flying away. Mo Wenjie thanked the Buddhist monk, and after leaving a few Buddhist maxims, the monk also disappeared into thin air.
Mo Wenjie and Huang Ling'er, as well as the others, dare not take things lightly. It seems that there are numerous dangers within the ancient city. We must work hard to enhance our strength in order to survive. If we don't, we'll definitely lose against the white-robed man and his master, with no chance of resistance. Therefore, we must train intensively now, exhausting all our resources to raise our strength. Only then can we potentially match up against them and perhaps give them a good fight!
After Mo Wenjie and the others returned to their residence, they immediately went into seclusion for rigorous cultivation. They practiced the methods in the secret manual day and night, constantly circulating their spiritual energy. As time passed, a powerful aura gradually emanated from each of them. Mo Wenjie felt as if he had established a subtle connection with the spiritual energy in the heavens and earth.
One day, after a slight improvement in their cultivation, the group decided to go out for experience to consolidate their cultivation. They arrived at a mountain forest but found that all the grass had withered and there were countless corpses of animals everywhere. Mo Wenjie sensed an evil aura. As he was investigating, many puppets emerged from all directions, with a repulsive stench and incredibly agile movements.
The group immediately engaged in battle, with Mo Wenjie's flames burning through the puppet shells and Huang Ling'er's vines crushing the puppet joints. However, the number of puppets was too large, and the group started to struggle. Jiang Yu Rou suddenly recalled a group attack technique from their new cultivation method. She loudly reminded everyone. Mo Wenjie understood her intent, and the group combined their efforts to perform the technique. A brilliant light flashed, and the puppets fell to the ground, crumbling into dust.
After this battle, they realized that although they had made some progress, they still needed to keep striving. They hurried back to their residence and continued to train diligently, hoping to reach a level soon that would enable them to handle any crisis.
