Mo Wenjie stood in the center, surrounded by a group of beautiful and distinctive women: Huang Ling'er was charming and lovely, with a pair of large eyes sparkling with lively light; Jiang Yu rou was gentle and calm, her smile as warm as the spring breeze; Xiao Yawen seemed proficient and resolute, exuding confidence and courage in every gesture; Ding Yan was lively and playful, always bringing laughter to everyone; Tuo Bawaying had an exotic charm, with a high nose bridge and deep eyes that were hard to forget; Qin Xiaodie was petite and elegant, like a butterfly fluttering gracefully; Cao Chunling was dignified and generous, with an elegant temperament.
At this moment, the eyes of everyone were tightly focused on the pearl that was emitting a mysterious glow, as if there were countless unknown secrets hidden within, waiting for them to explore.
Huang Ling'er, being the princess of the principality, still had some insight. After staring at the pearl for a while, she realized that this was the Dinghai Pearl!
As the princess of the principality, Huang Ling'er had received a good education from a young age and had some knowledge about various rare treasures. She stared at the pearl in the air, examining it closely for a long time, and gradually came to a conclusion in her mind. The pearl was round and smooth, emitting a faint glow, with mysterious symbols carved on its surface. The more she looked at it, the more familiar it seemed to her, and suddenly she remembered seeing descriptions of the Dinghai Pearl in an ancient book.
The Dinghai Pearl, said to be a treasure from the ancient times, possesses mystical powers. It is said that it can stabilize the four seas and control the forces of heaven and earth. Huang Ling'er's heart was filled with excitement. If this pearl was indeed the Dinghai Pearl, its value would be beyond measure.
The Dinghai Pearl is one of the magical treasures in the Ming Dynasty fantasy novel "Investiture of the Gods." It was originally a treasure of Zhao Gongming and was seized by Yan Lang, a Taoist immortal, during the Investiture Wars. This pearl consists of twenty-four beads strung together. Initially from the "Xuan Du Purple Mansion," it was later obtained by Tongtian Jiao, a sage of the Jie sect, and given to Zhao Gongming to use. The pearl emits a multi-colored ray of light that is blinding and makes it easy for an attack to be launched stealthily. In the Investiture War, Zhao Gongming used this item to injure five out of the twelve immortals of Yuyu: Chi Zhenzi, Guang Chengzi, Yu Di Zhenren, Daoxing Tianzun, and Lingbao Dafashi, which was incredibly powerful.
Mo Wenjie's heart was beating fiercely, as if it was about to jump out of his throat. With shaking hands, he carefully and carefully picked up the pearl that was emitting a mysterious glow, then slowly placed it into a specially designed jade box, as if he were holding the most precious treasure in the world. This jade box was made of high-quality silk and lined with soft velvet, to ensure that the pearl would not be damaged in any way.
Just as Mo Wenjie had placed the pearl, the air around him seemed to have solidified. After a while, Jiang Yu Rou spoke softly, "Big Brother Mo, this Dinghai Pearl is such a sacred item. Now what should we do with it?" After a moment of thought, Mo Wenjie replied, "This object is too precious. We cannot make decisions on our own. I have heard that the Xuanqing Daoist master of Lingxu Mountain has broad knowledge and insights. Perhaps we should go and seek his advice." Everyone nodded in agreement with his suggestion.
Thus, the group of eight set off on their journey to Lingxu Mountain. Along the way, though they were accompanied by beautiful scenery, everyone's mind was preoccupied with the matter of the Dinghai Pearl. However, what they were unaware of was that there were eyes secretly observing them from the shadows. It was a malevolent cultivator named Heishasha. He had stumbled upon news of the emergence of the Dinghai Pearl and intended to steal it in secret. However, he found that this group was not easy to deal with. Yet, driven by greed, he quietly followed them all along, waiting for an opportune moment to strike.
When Mo Wenjie and the others finally reached the foot of Lingxu Mountain, Heishasha felt that his chance had come. He secretly channeled his magical energy, preparing to make a preemptive strike and seize the Dinghai Pearl from the jade box. But just as he was about to act, a ray of golden light shot out from the mountain, pushing him back several meters. It turned out that Master Xuanqing had sensed their arrival early on and had come to meet them.
Master Xuanqing appeared suddenly, dressed in a white robe and exuding an aura of divine wisdom. "Greetings, young friends," he said. "I have been waiting for you for some time now." As he looked at the group, his gaze lingered briefly on the jade box containing the Dinghai Pearl.
Mo Wenjie stepped forward and bowed respectfully, "Master, we have come here this time precisely because we have obtained this item that may be the Dinghai Pearl. We are at a loss as to what to do next."
Master Xuanqing nodded slightly, reached out to take the jade box, and opened it to inspect it. Instantly, the light was dazzling. "Indeed, this is the Dinghai Pearl without a doubt. The appearance of such a treasure is likely to cause much turmoil."
At this moment, Heishasha was unwilling to accept the failure and roared again, rushing towards them. Master Xuanqing lightly waved his dust brush and a powerful spiritual energy flowed out, trapping Heishasha. "Evil cultivators who dare to attempt to steal the treasure shall learn the majesty of the righteous path today."
Following this, Master Xuanqing turned to the group and said, "The Dinghai Pearl must be kept safe and sound. We should wait for a worthy successor or hand it over to the heavenly realm. Your escort was invaluable, and you deserve commendation."
The group all claimed that they dared not accept, and Master Xuanqing took out several pills and distributed them to the group, saying they were helpful for advancing their cultivation. Afterward, Master Xuanqing took the Dinghai Pearl back to the mountains, and Mo Wenjie and the others happily set off on their return journey. This experience had advanced their path of cultivation in the city and had also brought them deep friendships.
As Mo Wenjie and the others were on their way back, they suddenly felt an unusual presence. Everyone became alert, and they saw misty gas in the air. Suddenly, a black figure appeared vaguely. It turned out that Heishasha had accomplices, called Blood Demon. Blood Demon cackled sinisterly, "Hand over the pills given to you by Master Xuanqing or your lives will be in danger."
Mo Wenjie clenched his fists and said, "Not on your life!" The ladies also took up fighting postures. Huang Ling'er struck first, throwing a spirit amulet at Blood Demon. Blood Demon waved his black robe to block it, and then Jiang Yu Rou cast a water-based spell, shooting ice arrows at the enemy. As Blood Demon dodged, Xiao Yawen and Ding Yan attacked from the left and right respectively. However, Blood Demon was too powerful and managed to break through their defenses, directly threatening Mo Wenjie. Mo Wenjie concentrated his spiritual energy in his palm and clashed with Blood Demon's palm, causing an instantaneous explosion of energy.
As Mo Wenjie began to feel his strength waning and his ability to continue fading, a deep sense of exhaustion and helplessness surged over him like a wave. However, at this critical moment, an idea flashed through his mind like lightning—the mysterious pill Master Xuanqing had given to him earlier!
Without hesitation, Mo Wenjie quickly reached into his pocket and took out the precious pill. He swallowed it without hesitation. In an instant, a burst of powerful and fiery energy like a volcanic eruption exploded in his body, spreading quickly throughout his limbs and organs. The source of power that was almost depleted seemed to be reignited, filling him with vitality and energy once more.
Feeling the overwhelming power surging within his body, Mo Wenjie's eyes flashed with a decisive determination. He roared loudly, channeling all of his power to his palm, and then delivered a fierce blow towards the bloodthirsty Blood Demon. This strike carried the force of a thunderous storm and immense destructive power, directly heading towards Blood Demon.
In the face of such a fierce attack, Blood Demon was also greatly frightened. It exerted all its strength to resist, but the power that Mo Wenjie had unleashed at this moment was too powerful, far exceeding its imagination. With a resounding "thud," Blood Demon was hit so hard that it was flung dozens of meters away, crashing into a distant cliff wall and raising a cloud of dust.
Seeing Blood Demon being defeated, the surrounding crowd rallied and launched their respective techniques to follow up the attack. For a time, a multitude of dazzling and captivating magical lightnings intertwined together, forming an impenetrable net that surrounded Blood Demon.
Despite its formidable strength, Blood Demon was gradually losing the battle under the relentless assault of the group. Its wounds multiplied, and blood splattered everywhere. Its breath grew increasingly faint. Eventually, after a fierce struggle, a brilliant light flashed for the last time, and Blood Demon was utterly destroyed without a trace left behind.
After this thrilling battle came to an end, the group stood in place, gasping heavily, but their hearts were brimming with excitement and reflection. Having experienced this life-and-death test, they deeply realized the gravity of their responsibilities. In this realm of the heavens, full of dangers and surrounded by formidable enemies, if they did not continuously enhance their own strength, they could face life-threatening dangers at any moment.
Thus, the group exchanged a look and secretly made up their minds to work even harder in the future, to make themselves stronger so that they could protect this beautiful and mysterious continent.
In the ensuing lengthy span of time, Mo Wenjie and the others embarked on a grueling journey of cultivation. Some among them resolutely ventured into dense and impenetrable forests, where they engaged in fierce battles with ferocious and cruel beasts.
These brave and fearless individuals moved through the dense forests, relying on their own tenacious willpower and exquisite martial arts skills to defeat powerful opponents time and again. Each intense battle was like quenching fire, tempering their wills and bodies, continuously enhancing their combat capabilities.
And another group of people focused their gaze on the ancient tombs hidden deep within the earth, shrouded in mystery.
Jiang Yu Rou, Xiao Yawen, Qin Xiaodie, and Cao Chunling, harboring a yearning for power and curiosity about the Dao of immortality in the heavens, cautiously ventured into this dark realm. The ancient tomb passages were filled with a decaying scent, and eerie sounds occasionally pierced the air. However, this could not deter Jiang Yu Rou and Xiao Yawen, Qin Xiaodie, and Cao Chunling from their forward progress.
They followed the intricate tomb passages, carefully searching for corners that might hide ancient manuals and precious treasures. Sometimes, they had to decipher exquisitely intricate traps and mechanisms; a moment's carelessness could lead to eternal damnation. Sometimes, they also had to confront sudden appearances of evil spirits and demons, engaging in thrilling life-and-death duels with them.
However, it was precisely this difficult and treacherous environment that unleashed the hidden potential within Jiang Yu Rou, Xiao Yawen, Qin Xiaodie, and Cao Chunling's hearts, allowing them to constantly breakthrough themselves on their quest for treasures and gradually elevate their cultivation levels.
