Mao Wenjie led a group of women around him——Ding Qingyao, Huang Ling'er, Jiang Yurou, Xiao Yawen, Ding Yan, Tuobayi Yingying, Qin Xiaodie, and Cao Chunling—to face the powerful and mysterious Golden Silkworm Fairy. This battle was thrilling and fraught with perilous situations.
The Golden Silkworm Fairy possesses terrifying magical arts and strange artifacts. She displays various brilliant and powerful spells, causing a burst of light and earth-shattering earthquakes. However, the Dark Clothes Party did not tremble in fear of this terrifying sight. They worked closely together, supporting each other, and demonstrated their tenacious will and bravery.
Ding Qingyao, holding a longsword, her sword shadow flickering like a shooting star across the sky, each slash carrying a fierce sword aura, straight at the Golden Silkworm Fairy; Huang Ling'er danced her long whip in hand, the whip as flexible and versatile as a spirit snake, sometimes entangling the enemy and sometimes striking at their vital points; Jiang Yurou lightly waved her jade fan, shooting beams of frost from the fan surface, like ice arrows piercing through emptiness.
Xiao Yawen uses the sound of her zither as a weapon, the melodious sound turning into an intangible blade, attacking the mind of the Golden Silkworm Fairy; Ding Yan uses her lightness skills, her figure flickereither, making it hard for people to guess, and sometimes launching surprise attacks on the Dark Clothes Party; Tuobayi Yingying formed seals with her hands and muttered incantations, calling forth powerful elemental energy, with wind, fire, lightning flashing in harmony.
Qin Xiaodie excels in close-quarters combat with hidden weapons. Her dart shots were as numerous as raindrops, striking the Dark Clothes Party unexpectedly; Cao Chunling utilized her medical knowledge to provide timely treatment and enhancements for her teammates, ensuring everyone maintained their peak condition.
Mao Wenjie took the lead, displaying his own unique kung fu techniques. With his palm wind roaring and his punch strength like an earthquake or a tsunami, he engaged the Dark Clothes Party in fierce close-quarters combat.
After a long and arduous battle, Mao Wenjie and the others gradually gained the upper hand. Eventually, with everyone working together, they successfully defeated the Dark Clothes Party and won this hard-fought victory! As the joy of victory surged in their hearts, everyone's face wore a tired but contented smile.
Mao Wenjie looked around at his companions, his eyes full of relief and gratitude. "Today's battle owes much to all of you sisters," he boomed. The women all laughed, their laughter echoing through the air. At that moment, a benevolent light suddenly descended from the sky, enveloping everyone. Within the light, a faint ancient inscription glimmered.
"What is this..." Mao Wenjie was puzzled in his heart. He saw the symbol slowly drift to him and merge into his forehead. Instantly, a vast amount of power surged into his body, making him feel as if he had touched a higher level of cultivation.
In truth, this great battle had shocked the earthly and celestial laws, which was a gift from heaven for the victors. Mao Wenjie's strength had been greatly enhanced, and so had the women around him. Some had gained rare artifacts, while others had gained new techniques.
"It seems that we still need to keep moving forward without a moment's rest!" Mao Wenjie gripped his fists tightly, his gaze determined and resolute as he said. His rugged countenance showed a spirit of relentless perseverance, as if the myriad of difficulties and dangers ahead could not hinder their steps forward.
The women standing beside Mao Wenjie all echoed in unison, "Exactly, we must forge ahead courageously and protect this realm!" Their voices were clear and sweet, like orioles singing from the valley. These women were each handsome and fair as celestial beauties, yet now they exuded an overwhelming aura of strength and determination.
They knew that the various experiences they had just gone through were just a small node on their long journey of cultivation. In the days and months to come, there would be countless more difficult challenges waiting for them. However, at this very moment, they felt no fear in their hearts. Instead, they were filled with joy and an unshakable hope for the future.
Thus, the group's gaze, in unison, turned to the distant horizon where clouds shrouded and mystery loomed, hinting at infinite secrets and treasures. Within this boundless expanse of heaven and earth, Mao Wenjie and Ding Qingyao, Huang Ling'er, Jiang Yurou, Xiao Yawen, Ding Yan, Tuobayi Yingying, Qin Xiaodie, Cao Chunling, and the Golden Silkworm Fairy—like shining stars—were pressing forward with courageous determination toward their cherished destination.
They kept flying towards the horizon, and as they drew closer to the area enveloped in mist and mystery, the pressure grew. Mao Wenjie's brow furrowed as he manipulated his inner spiritual energy to resist the oppressive sensation. The women, not wanting to be outdone, each used their own methods to withstand it.
Suddenly, a melodious flute sound echoed, seeming to have a magical force that stirred one's mind. Everyone was on their guard, and they saw a white-clad young girl emerging slowly from the clouds. "Why do you intrude here?" The girl had an icy gaze.
Mao Wenjie approached with a bow, "We came in pursuit of a higher cultivation path." The girl raised an eyebrow slightly: "This place is fraught with danger. It's not as simple as you think."
But the group was resolute. Seeing this, the white-clad girl lightly waved her hand, and a path cleared through the clouds in front of them. "Since that's the case, come with me then. I hope you won't regret it."
Mao Wenjie and the others looked at each other, their eyes meeting as if they were communicating an unspoken understanding and resolve. Then, without hesitation, they walked closely behind the person in front of them.
As they walked, the sights before them were astonishing. Along the sides of the path grew various unusual flowers and plants, emitting faint yet alluring luminescence, like brilliant stars twinkling in the night sky. Some flowers resembled enchanting nymphs with lush petals gently swaying as if whispering mysterious tales; others shone with radiant colors, as if they were treasures from ancient legends.
Moreover, on this magical land, there were many rare and uncommon beasts weaving through the flowers and forests. They were either agile and swift like the wind in their movements; or they had magnificent coats with a myriad of postures. Among them was a spiritual fox entirely white, leaping gracefully among the flowers, leaving behind a trail of dreamlike beauty; and there was a mythical bird with five-colored wings soaring in the sky, its clear and melodious calls echoing through the clouds.
Although the scenery along the way was breathtakingly beautiful, Mao Wenjie and the others knew in their hearts that this was just an appetizer. The real challenges were likely waiting for them in the future.
However, in the face of unknown challenges, Mao Wenjie and Ding Qingyao, Huang Ling'er, Jiang Yurou, Xiao Yawen, Ding Yan, Tuobayi Yingying, Qin Xiaodie, Cao Chunling and the Golden Silkworm Fairy did not feel fear or retreat. On the contrary, their anticipation grew stronger. This anticipation was like a burning flame that drove them to speed up and move forward with determination towards the mysterious unknown depths that were brimming with color.
As they ventured deeper, the temperature around them plummeted, and the chill was bone-numbing. The white-clad girl remained expressionless as usual. Mao Wenjie channelled his internal energy to warm himself and also distributed his spiritual power to the women. Suddenly, a massive crack opened in the ground, and numerous ice-encrusted puppets emerged from it. They exuded a piercing coldness and came at them with arms made of ice crystals.
Mao Wenjie roared loudly and charged towards the puppet horde, shattering many ice blocks with his fist. Ding Qingyao and the others also stepped up their attack, with Huang Ling'er's whip lashing out to send the puppets flying far away; Jiang Yurou's ice arrows striking their joints, making them move slowly; and Xiao Yawen's music disrupting the puppets' mental state.
However, with the number of puppets overwhelming, the group started to struggle. The Golden Silkworm Fairy spat out silk threads to ensnare a cluster of puppets. Mao Wenjie seized the opportunity and unleashed the formidable power he had recently acquired, unleashing a wave of spiritual energy that blasted through the front, destroying numerous puppets in an instant.
The remaining puppets, seeing the dire situation, merged into a massive ice demon. The white-clad girl finally intervened, throwing out a jade talisman that transformed into a beam of intense light, encasing the ice demon. Mao Wenjie took this chance to deliver a decisive strike with all his might, causing the ice demon to collapse thunderously.
The crowd breathed a sigh of relief, and continued to follow the white-clad girl. Mao Wenjie looked at the white-clad girl and asked, "What is your name?" The white-clad girl shook her head and said, "Just call me Red Crystal Herbal Fairy. We'll talk about the others later. For now, we need to focus on facing the dangers. They knew that even more challenging tests were still ahead, but their gaze became increasingly determined.
Not far ahead, a large ice mountain appeared. It exuded a faint blue light and an icy chill enveloped them. Red Crystal Herbal Fairy stopped and said with gravity, "There is a treasure inside this ice mountain called Ice Heart Pearl. It holds the power of extreme cold but is also the key to the next challenge. However, guarding it is the Thousand-Year Snow Demon." The group heard this and their expressions became serious.
Entering the range of the ice mountain, the temperature dropped sharply, and the flow of everyone's spiritual energy became sluggish. Suddenly, a fierce wind swept up snow and ice, revealing the Snow Demon. It was massive, composed of snow and ice, with eyes that glowed blue. Mao Wenjie led the charge with an attack, pushing out fiery spiritual energy from both palms, but the flames were instantly frozen upon reaching the Snow Demon. Ding Qingyao displayed her sword techniques, but her blade soon became covered in a thick layer of ice.
Just as the group began to panic, Red Crystal Herbal Fairy clasped her hands and a warm red glow enveloped everyone, temporarily dispelling the cold.
Mao Wenjie, inspired by this, concentrated his mind to channel the new power he had acquired. He combined his spiritual energy with that of the others, transforming it into a ball of energy that alternated between cold and heat. He hurled it violently at the Snow Demon. The Snow Demon was unable to dodge in time and was struck, emitting a pained roar as its body gradually disintegrated. The group took this opportunity to locate the Ice Heart Pearl and prepare for the next round of challenges.
As everyone was holding the Ice Heart Pearl, the ice mountain began to shake violently. Red Crystal Herbal Fairy shouted, "Bad news! Although the Snow Demon has been defeated, it has triggered a prohibition in the ice mountain." Just as her words were about to sound, ice spikes appeared on the ice wall and rapidly approached. Mao Wenjie handed the Ice Heart Pearl to Ding Qingyao and protected himself with a spiritual energy barrier. The others also reacted quickly. Huang Ling'er used her whip to grab a nearby stone column and lift several people off the attack.
But just as the group was relieved, the ice layer beneath their feet suddenly transformed into quicksand, attempting to devour them. Jiang Yurou quickly opened her fan and produced a powerful air flow to try and disperse the quicksand. Mao Wenjie grabbed Fong Xiaodie and Cao Chunling, who were near him, and flew upward. At this moment, Red Crystal Herbal Fairy clasped her hands together and recited a spell, causing the quicksand to gradually stop moving.
Just as the group let out a breath of relief, a huge ice beast burst through the ice from above, opening its enormous maw to clamp down. Mao Wenjie gathered all his spiritual energy into his fist and shouted as he charged towards the ice beast. Seeing this, the others mustered their remaining strength and unleashed their most powerful techniques at the ice beast. With their united efforts, the ice beast finally fell and turned to dust. Red Crystal Herbal Fairy smiled and said, "Congratulations to all of you for passing another stage."
