As people approached the stone gate, it suddenly emanated a soft glow, amidst which ancient runes faintly appeared. Mo Wenjie reached out to touch them, but his fingertips felt a powerful force upon contact, yet he was not repelled.
At this moment, the Golden Silkworm Fairy whispered, "These runes seem to be a test. Perhaps we can solve it together." Everyone heard this and nodded in agreement, each pouring their spiritual energy into the stone gate. As the gathering of spiritual energy intensified, the runes shone more vividly.
Suddenly, the stone gate began to slowly open, and a thick spiritual energy gushed out. Everyone was elated and eager to step through when suddenly, a deep growl echoed from within the doorway. Following this, a massive demonic beast appeared before them, emanating an icy presence.
However, facing such a powerful and ferocious demonic beast, the crowd showed no sign of fear. Mo Wenjie stepped forward as the leader, his eyes flashing like lightning as he fixed them upon the towering, clawing creature exuding a terrifying aura. Suddenly, Mo Wenjie roared aloud and surged forward with a sudden burst of speed, his hands rapidly forming an intricate and mysterious hand seal.
With his movement, a boundless reservoir of spiritual energy gushed out from within him, gathering instantly into the complex and mysterious hand seal in his hand. Then, a brilliant and dazzling light like lightning shot toward the demonic beast, carrying with it an unending and malevolent force that directly targeted its vital spots.
Meanwhile, the other ladies showed no sign of weakness. Each one stood proudly and gracefully, their eyes twinkling with resolve. Some flicked their sleeves lightly, scattering countless petals in an instant, each one as sharp as a knife blade, howling as they slashed at the demonic beast; others chanted spells and waved their staves in unison, summoning a roaring fire that turned into a dragon breath and attacked the beast; others still danced with mysterious steps, their figures swift and agile as swallows, appearing next to the beast in a blink of an eye before delivering powerful palm strikes that swept across it like stormy rains.
For a moment, the entire space was illuminated by a dazzling array of magical lights, transforming it into a dreamlike world. These lights intertwined and collided, emitting deafening roars. The once proud and aggressive demonic beast now felt an immense pressure; it bellowed continuously, trying to withstand the crowd's attacks.
A fierce battle unfolded before them, with Mo Wenjie and the others closely coordinating and responding to each other, giving the demonic beast no chance to catch its breath. Their attacks came in like waves, constantly piling up on the beast, leaving it unable to defend itself. Eventually, after a grueling struggle, the group took advantage of a weakness in the demonic beast and captured it entirely.
Looking at the demonic beast lying on the ground, immobile, Mo Wenjie, along with Ding Qingiao, Huang Ling'er, Xiao Yaowen, Ding Yan, Tuoba Yingying, Qin Xiaodie, Cao Chunling, Jin Cocoon Fairy and Ling Xue and the others felt an overwhelming sense of joy. However, they did not let their guard down. After a brief rest, they proceeded with great anticipation towards the inner recesses of the stone gate to explore the unknown fortunes concealed within its depths.
The group entered the stone gate cautiously. Inside was a vast hall, surrounded by many boxes emitting an eerie glow. Just as they were about to approach, the ground trembled suddenly, and images appeared on the surrounding walls, as if recounting an ancient history. It turned out that this place had once been the cultivation site of a great powerhouse from ancient times, and these boxes contained his heritage treasures. However, one must pass the final test to obtain them.
At this moment, a pedestal rose in the center of the hall, and a faint figure appeared on it. The figure spoke, "If you want to obtain the treasures, one of you must withstand my soul impact and endure for one teacup of time."
Mo Wenjie stood out without hesitation. Everyone, though worried, understood his determination. As the soul impact commenced, Mo Wenjie's face paled, but he gritted his teeth and held on.
In the end, Mo Wenjie succeeded in enduring for a teacup of time. The figure nodded in satisfaction, and hidden compartments on the wall opened, with the treasure boxes flying to the group in front of them. Overjoyed, they opened the boxes to find artifacts and secret manuals suited to each one of them. This exploration had yielded abundant rewards, and with their treasures in hand, they left the mysterious place, knowing that their path of cultivation would be smoother from now on due to these items.
After leaving the mysterious place, the group found secluded spots to close themselves off for cultivation. Mo Wenjie began studying the new cultivation technique he had acquired in a tranquil cave within the mountains. Days later, however, an ominous sign emerged in the dense forest. The sky frequently darkened with ominous clouds and thunderstorms, and numerous scattered cultivators vanished without a trace. Feeling uneasy, Mo Wenjie and his companions suspected that this was related to the mysterious place they had visited earlier. They then regrouped and returned to their former location.
Upon entering, they found the shadowy figure from before again, but its eyes were filled with malice. It turned out that the ancient powerhouse had been betrayed and murdered, with its soul imprisoned here. The taking of the treasures had triggered a restriction, allowing the remnant soul of the powerhouse to be corrupted by evil. Mo Wenjie and his companions realized they had caused a great misfortune. Immediately, they joined forces, each using their magical artifacts and the new cultivation techniques they had learned.
Mo Wenjie activated his spiritual energy, and his body shone brilliantly as he charged towards the corrupted remnant soul. The female cultivators also did not hesitate, using a variety of magical spells. After a fierce battle, the group purified the corrupted remnant soul with their strong willpower. Once the remnant soul was restored to clarity, it expressed its gratitude by giving the group even more precious spiritual items and informed them that this place would soon be sealed. With their earnings in hand, they left safely, and the dense forest returned to peace.
Several hours later, Mo Wenjie encountered the Jin Cocoon Fairy, who had joined their previous exploration, in the dense forest by chance. The Jin Cocoon Fairy's brows were furrowed with worry, indicating she was preoccupied. Upon questioning, Mo Wenjie learned that although the issues within the forest had been resolved, strange occurrences had been taking place recently, with many people's spiritual energies mysteriously disappearing. After discussing it together, they decided to secretly investigate the matter.
Following the clues, they found an abandoned ancient mansion. As soon as they stepped into the mansion, they felt an eerie presence. Mo Wenjie released his spiritual energy to detect, only to find that there was a similar presence here as the corrupted remnant soul from that day. Suddenly, several black shadows popped up from the shadows, their eyes red, and their bodies emitting strange fluctuations. Mo Wenjie and the Jin Cocoon Fairy immediately prepared for battle.
Just as battle was about to erupt, a familiar voice echoed: "I didn't expect you to come back." It was the ancient powerhouse whose remnant soul had been purified that day. He had managed to clear his soul, but a lingering resentment remained, giving birth to new malevolent beings.
Mo Wenjie and the Jin Cocoon Fairy looked at each other, understanding that today they must put an end to this matter once and for all. So they joined forces again, putting all their skills on display as they fought against the evil creatures and the lingering resentment. After a fierce struggle, Mo Wenjie found the opportune moment to deliver a powerful attack, finally eradicating both the evil beings and the remaining resentment, restoring peace to the dense forest.
Mo Wenjie and the Jin Cocoon Fairy took a deep breath, exchanged a smile. After all these ups and downs, the dense forest had finally found true peace. Mo Wenjie looked up at the sky, where sunlight filtered through the leaves, casting dappled shadows on the ground.
"What are you going to do next?" the Jin Cocoon Fairy asked. Mo Wenjie thought for a moment before saying, "I plan to return to the mountains and continue my cultivation in seclusion, to consolidate what I've gained during this time." The Jin Cocoon Fairy nodded in agreement.
Soon after, they each set off on their separate journeys. Mo Wenjie returned to the cave, carefully storing away the new spiritual items he had acquired, and then delved deeply into the cultivation technique he had just learned. His spiritual energy grew ever more pure and robust, and his realm steadily advanced.
The Jin Cocoon Fairy, upon returning to her residence that was as ethereal as a fairyland, gently closed the door and began to focus deeply on her cultivation, fully absorbing the immense gains from her recent journey.
As time slowly passed, the spiritual energy within the Jin Cocoon Fairy's body surged like an ocean, and the light emanating from her body grew more brilliant and dazzling. This immense force not only filled her with power but also began to radiate outward.
The plants and trees growing around the Jin Cocoon Fairy's residence, as if feeling the magical energy ripple, began to sway joyfully.
They stood quietly on this magical land, basking in the rich, misty spiritual energy as if they were starving children greedily sucking up the essence of the spiritual energy.
With time passing, wondrous changes began to occur subtly. The lush and verdant plants and trees that were already flourishing, now radiated a new brilliance and vitality that they had never before displayed. Look! Some of the flowers appeared to have been infused with a mysterious power, blooming in an even more resplendent manner than before. Petals overlapped in layers as if intricately carved, with colors that were bright and distinct: red like fire, pink as a streak of clouds, white as snow... intertwined together, they formed beautiful patterns.
Now looking at the trees, their sturdy trunks were constantly budding with fresh green shoots, and their slender branches swayed gently with the breeze, like graceful dancers twirling in the air. New leaves unfurled from each branch, vibrant and dewy, a shade of green that left one spellbound. From a distance, the entire forest appeared lush and verdant, as if a giant emerald had been embedded in the earth.
At this moment, the dreamlike scenery deeply captivated Mo Wenjie and his companions Ding Qingyao, Huang Ling'er, Jiang Yurou, Xiao Yawen, Ding Yan, Tuobayingying, Qin Xiaodie, Cao Chunling, and Ling Xue. The gentle breeze felt like a tender hand gently caressing their faces, bringing with it whiffs of sweet fragrance. The refreshing and pleasant aroma entered their nostrils and reached their hearts and lungs instantly, leaving them feeling refreshed and delighted.
Warm and bright sunlight pierced through the dense and lush leaves, casting a patchwork of intertwining shadows on the ground. These shadows looked like golden silk threads woven into a series of magical strings, subtly playing an exquisite and melodious tune. The crisp and melodious notes danced in the air, then gently entered the hearts of everyone, creating a circle of happy ripples.
The panorama unveiled before the group was nothing less than the masterpiece of nature, brimming with infinite vitality and vigor. The lush green leaves, radiant blooming flowers, joyful birdsong, and gentle babbling streams—each element was so harmonious and perfect that they collectively formed this world like poetry and painting. It seemed as though there was a mysterious magic concealed within this enchanting landscape. As soon as people stepped into it, all their worries, troubles, and physical exhaustion would be swept away instantly, leaving behind only tranquility, harmony, and boundless joy.
