Mowenjie, Huang Lingr and Jiang Yurou, Xiao Yawen, Ding Yan, Tuoba Yingying, Qin Xiaodie and Cao Chunling et al. left the mysterious and terrifying misty forest with great care.
Their figures appeared and disappeared in the receding mist, as if returning from a world of illusion to reality. Each person's face was marked with fatigue, but also with a sense of relief and gratitude for surviving the ordeal.
Mowenjie walked at the front of the team, holding his weapon tightly and observing the surroundings cautiously. Huang Lingr, who followed closely behind, had a pale appearance on her beautiful face at this moment, but her eyes conveyed determination and courage. Jiang Yushu and Xiao Aywen walked side by side, communicating quietly about their experiences in the forest just then, occasionally exclaiming with wonder.
Ding Yan followed quietly behind, still immersed in the tension she had experienced during the danger. Tuoba Yingying moved gracefully, much like a nimble deer, often curiously glancing around her surroundings. Qin Xiaodie and Cao Chunling held hands, offering each other strength and comfort.
As they moved step by step away from the misty forest, the fog behind them grew thinner, and the sunlight finally pierced through the clouds to shine on them. The warm light brought a sense of comfort to everyone, and their tense nerves gradually relaxed. However, they were aware that this adventure was just the beginning, and there were more unknown challenges ahead for them to face...
At this moment, a melodious flute sound echoed. The crowd immediately became alert, Mowenjie tightened his weapon, and signaled for everyone to stop. A pale-skinned man clad in white robes walked towards them, with a stern face.
"The forest is taboo. You have violated the rules by entering," the white-robed man said coldly.
Mowenjie stepped forward, "We did not mean to offend. We were only looking for medicinal herbs to save our people."
The white-robed man raised his eyebrows slightly, "Medicinal herbs are not something you can covet. What qualifications do you have? However, considering that you have also experienced hardships, I will give you a direction. A thousand-year ginseng root grows in a valley ten miles to the front. If you can obtain it, perhaps it can save your people's lives. But the place is guarded by many dangers, not much less than the Misty Forest."
The group exchanged glances, their eyes filled with determination. Mowenjie bowed respectfully, "Thank you for the information. Regardless of the outcome, we will make an attempt."
After the white-robed man disappeared, Jiang Yurou worriedly said, "Could this be a trap?"
Mowenjie deeply inhaled a breath, as if he were trying to suck all the courage from the surrounding environment into his chest.
He looked at the crowd with firm eyes and said in a deep voice, "Now we can't think about it too much. In order to let your strength improve, even if the road ahead is full of thorns and danger, we must bravely explore." After saying this, Mowenjie turned around without hesitation, took a determined and powerful step towards the direction indicated by the white-robed man.
Seeing this, the others followed suit without a moment's hesitation or retreat. They too had a flame burning within them, eager to gain greater power through this adventure. At this moment, the bright sunshine shone on them, casting long, sturdy shadows that stretched out as if painting a vivid scroll filled with hope and determination.
Mowenjie led Huang Lingr and Jiang Yurou to advance into the Misty Forest, while Xiao Aywen, Ding Yan, Tuoba Yingying, Qin Xiaodie, and Cao Chunling were waiting outside!
Tuoba Yingying looked at Mowenjie and asked, "Why didn't you let us go with you, my husband?"
Mowenjie smiled gently at the people in front of him, shook his head slightly to express his attitude. "Everyone, you've just come out of there and haven't fully recovered yet. This time, let me go in with Huang Lingr and Jiang Yurou. After all, having too many people with us might make our actions less convenient and flexible." His tone was gentle, but the determination in his voice was impossible to ignore. After speaking, he quietly watched everyone, as if waiting for their response.
Xiao Aywen looked at everyone and said, "Since the husband has arranged for us to wait outside, we will follow his orders. Husband, you, Huang Lingr, and Jiang Yurou must be careful in your actions!"
Mowenjie, Huang Lingr, and Jiang Yurou entered the valley where misty spiritual energy lingered. Not far into it, they triggered a trap that shot arrows like rain. Mowenjie swung his weapon to deflect the arrows, Huang Lingr invoked a spell to strengthen their defense, and Jiang Yurou used spiritual energy to sense other dangers.
After traveling a distance, they arrived at the edge of a deep pool, with the water exuding an eerie coldness. In the middle of the island in the pool, there was the thousand-year-old spiritual ginseng. Just as they were worrying about how to cross over, a huge water python emerged from the pool, opening its enormous mouth to attack them. Mowenjie leaped into the air and stabbed directly at the python's eyes, Huang Lingr conjured a treasured object to control its tail, and Jiang Yurou took advantage to lay down a trapping formation. After a fierce battle, they finally drove off the water python.
Mowenjie used vines to swing across to the island and successfully obtained the spiritual ginseng. When they returned, the faces of the people waiting outside were filled with worry. Seeing that Mowenjie was safe and had obtained the ginseng, everyone cheered joyfully. Mowenjie looked at everyone with a relieved smile, saying that with this ginseng, and the experience they gained from this adventure, their collective strength would inevitably be elevated.
Just as everyone was overjoyed, the sky suddenly darkened, with heavy clouds and thunderous lightning. A black shadow darted past, and the white-robed man from before reappeared. "Hmph, do you think it's so easy to take away the spiritual ginseng?" The crowd was shocked, and Mowenjie moved forward to ask: "What are your intentions?" The white-robed man sneered coldly: "This spiritual ginseng is a sacred object that guards this area. How can it be taken away by you." Mowenjie held the spiritual ginseng tightly and said: "We have faced death for the sake of saving our tribe and improving our strength. Now you're obstructing us too unfairly." The white-robed man was unmoved.
At this moment, Xiao Aywen, who had been silent, stepped forward: "Big brother, let's give the spiritual ginseng to him. Although we are reluctant, we don't want to cause any more trouble." Mowenjie hesitated in his heart and finally sighed, slowly walking towards the white-robed man and handing over the spiritual ginseng.
The white-robed man took the ginseng and suddenly burst into laughter: "Actually, this is a test for you. You may keep the spiritual ginseng. I hope you will use it wisely." The crowd was stunned, followed by great joy. The white-robed man vanished into light, and they returned to their journey with the ginseng in hand, full of expectations for the future.
The crowd walked along the winding path, their laughter and conversations filled with excitement about how to use the ginseng to enhance their strength after returning. Suddenly, the ground shook violently, and the trees by the side of the path tilted wildly. A huge beast emerged from the ground, its entire body covered in black scales and its eyes emanating a bloodthirsty glow.
Mowenjie shouted, "Protect the ginseng!" The crowd quickly formed a circle, each one casting spells. The beast roared and charged at them, Mowenjie stepping forward first to slash at the beast's paw, causing sparks to fly. Huang Lingr summoned flame to attack the beast's eyes, while Jiang Yurou utilized the spiritual energy released by the ginseng to empower everyone's strength.
Tuoba Yingying saw an opportunity and sneakily approached the beast from behind. The crowd worked together, and after a fierce battle, the beast collapsed. Mowenjie wiped away sweat from his forehead and smiled, saying, "It seems that this ginseng has already begun to bring us good fortune. We were able to defeat such a beast."
The crowd nodded in agreement and took even more care in protecting the ginseng as they continued on their path. Soon, they saw the familiar outline of a village, their hearts filled with joy at the prospect of returning home. They quickened their pace, heading towards the village to prepare for a new chapter of life.
Mowenjie slowly swept his gaze over the few fellow cultivators by his side, who were as close to him in life and heart as any, and said softly, "Ladies and gentlemen, in my opinion, we might as well stay here to find a quiet place, then seclude ourselves and cultivate our abilities with full force to prepare for the new challenges that are about to come."
His voice flowed out like a gentle brook, although the volume wasn't particularly loud, the unwavering belief and abundant self-confidence it contained felt like a bright light that instantly penetrated the depths of everyone's hearts.
The people standing beside him, Huang Lingr, Jiang Yurou, Xiao Aywen, Ding Yan, Tuoba Yingying, Qin Xiaodie and Cao Chunling, nodded in agreement as they heard Mowenjie's words. Their beautiful and captivating faces were filled with deep admiration for Mowenjie.
After all, for those who struggle and toil on the path of cultivation, each one is all too aware of how long and arduous the journey is, fraught with numerous challenges and dangers. Along the way, they must face countless external challenges and crises, while also constantly overcoming their own inner fears and doubts.
Only by relentlessly training, courageously breaking through their existing abilities again and again, do they stand a chance in this mysterious world filled with endless dangers and opportunities. In the end, they may achieve invincibility.
The group found a secluded valley for seclusion. Mowenjie set up an array to prevent outsiders from intruding. However, not long after seclusion, Mowenjie discovered that while the spiritual ginseng contained powerful spiritual qi, it also carried an aura of evil. During the process of absorbing spiritual qi, the women showed occasional signs of pain. Mowenjie realized that something was wrong and stopped practicing.
The group gathered to discuss the matter. Mowenjie guessed that this might be the white-robed man's final test. Therefore, he decided to go out alone in search of a solution. In an ancient cave outside the village, Mowenjie met an elderly man with white hair. Upon hearing the story, the old man smiled slightly and handed Mowenjie a crystal-clear pearl. "This object can purify the evil aura in the spiritual ginseng." Mowenjie thanked the old man and hurried back.
Following the old man's instructions, Mowenjie used the pearl to purify the spiritual ginseng. The group closed their eyes again and trained, this time more smoothly. After several days, they emerged from seclusion and found that their strength had increased significantly.
Only by relentlessly training, courageously breaking through their existing abilities again and again, do they stand a chance in this mysterious world filled with endless dangers and opportunities. In the end, they may achieve invincibility.
