Mou Wenjie patted Liu Chuandong's shoulder and said, "It was all thanks to everyone's united efforts that we were able to get through this difficult time." Everyone agreed. Just then, a strange bright light crossed the sky, followed by a melodious sound of music. The crowd looked up and saw a seven-colored auspicious cloud slowly floating by, with an elderly man with a magical aura sitting at the top of it.
The old man scanned the crowd, finally landing on Mo Wenjie and nodded slightly. "You young people have quite a bit of determination. Today, I have specially come to offer you an opportunity." He said, waving his hand and several glowing pills fell down. Mo Wenjie and the others quickly caught them. The old man continued: "These pills can help you improve your cultivation, but be mindful not to let your thoughts become evil." The crowd was grateful and thankful.
After the old man with a mystical aura and white hair slowly turned and left, Mo Wenjie gripped tightly the elixir in his hand that shone with an unusual glow. His eyes were filled with an unshakable determination as if he could pierce through any obstacles.
Just then, he took a deep breath and spoke with a firm and powerful voice, "Gentlemen, although we luckily escaped the life-and-death crisis this time, everyone knows that the long path of cultivation has only just begun! And this precious elixir will be an important starting point for us to embark on a new journey. From now on, we must work even harder and put in more sweat and blood. We must cultivate ourselves to have enough strength to protect this boundless paradise!"
Mo Wenjie's words were like a thunderous clap that resonated in the hearts of everyone present. After hearing them, a rush of blood surged through their bodies, and they all clenched their fists, raising their voices with excitement and passion: "Good!" The resounding shout, which was unified and deafening, seemed to break through the clouds and reach the heavens.
Following this, with a full heart of expectations and visions for the future, everyone exchanged a smile, and then went their separate ways to return to their own secluded rooms, preparing to seclude themselves in order to refine the extraordinary elixir. Each step they took was both hurried and firm, as if they had already seen themselves, wielding powerful cultivation in the near future and becoming a respected strength in the heavens.
After Mo Wenjie entered the secret room and was about to swallow the elixir to begin refining it, he discovered that there was a hidden restriction surrounding the elixir. His brows furrowed slightly as he used his spiritual energy to investigate, and found that this restriction seemed to be a test. If he forcibly broke through it, the elixir might be damaged. As he was deeply contemplating a way to break it, he suddenly remembered the old man's words about not having evil thoughts. So he calmed his mind and approached the restriction with a peaceful and pure heart. Instantly, the restriction transformed into an spiritual consciousness that entered his mind, revealing an advanced cultivation method. It turned out that this was the real opportunity.
Meanwhile, Liu Chuandong's side was not quiet. He had just sat down to refine the elixir when a strange demon wind suddenly swept through the secret room. A demon that had been hidden for a long time appeared and tried to steal the elixir. Liu Chuandong snorted coldly and engaged in fierce combat with it. Although he was at a disadvantage, he did not back down at all. In the end, he managed to beat back the demon with his tenacious determination.
After enduring countless hardships, dangers, and twists and turns, Mo Wenjie, Ding Qingyao, Huang Ling'er, Jiang Yurou, Xiao Yawen, Ding Yan, Tuobayingying, Qin Xiaodie, Cao Chunling, Jin Can Xianzi (Golden Silk Fairy), Ling Xue (Ling Snow), and Liu Chuandong, along with the spirit fox and others, finally welcomed the long-anticipated moment—the successful opening of the path to refining the elixir!
On this journey, they encountered various attacks from evil demons and monsters and faced life-threatening tests from dangerous environments, but they never gave up on their footsteps due to their firm belief and tenacious perseverance. At this moment, as the precious elixirs appeared before them, everyone couldn't help but show an excited and delighted expression.
Everyone carefully placed the elixir into their mouths, then used their inner energy to catalyze its power. The elixir immediately dissolved upon entering their mouths, turning into a mighty and boundless force that flooded into their meridians like waves. This powerful energy, as if a wild horse running amok, ran rampantly within them, causing intense pain. However, everyone gritted their teeth and endured the agony, exerting all their efforts to guide the elixir's power throughout their meridians and acupuncture points.
As time passed, the power of the elixir was gradually absorbed and integrated into their bodies, and their already substantial cultivation practice rose step by step. Each person's aura grew stronger, and they emitted a dazzling light around them. The bottlenecks that had previously halted their progress began to loosen, and one after another, new levels' gates slowly opened before them.
During this long and arduous process of refining the elixir, Mo Wenjie and the others supported and encouraged each other, overcoming numerous difficulties together. They knew that only by standing united could they travel further along this path to becoming revered figures in the heavens. Thus, under the support of the elixir's power, they stepped forward with every step, steadily moving towards their goal of becoming respectable figures in the heavens.
However, as their cultivation levels rose continuously, a dark omen quietly enveloped the area. This omen originated from the depths of the Demon Realm, where the Demon King felt threatened by their imminent ascension. Mo Wenjie was the first to sense something amiss and warned everyone to be cautious. The group halted their cultivation and gathered together, ready for battle.
A group of demon soldiers emerged from the darkness, each with a ferocious appearance. Mo Wenjie shouted, "Today, we will use all our cultivation to protect the opportunities we have gained." The group echoed his words in unison. The battle erupted instantly, with Mo Wenjie showcasing the powerful cultivation technique he had just mastered, stunning the demon soldiers and keeping them at bay. Liu Chuandong fought tenaciously with several demon commanders, taking wounds but not retreating an inch. The female cultivators also displayed their unique abilities, setting up defensive arrays or casting offensive spells.
Just as both sides were at an impasse, the old man who had previously given the elixir appeared once again. With a flick of his wrists, a holy light descended, causing the demon soldiers and commanders to retreat in agony.
The old man looked at Mo Wenjie and the others and said, "This was your final test, and now you have passed it. From now on, you must continue to cultivate diligently, balance the forces of righteousness and evil, and only then can you truly become a powerful figure in the heavens." With that, he vanished without a trace. The group let out a sigh of relief and, with even greater determination, continued to cultivate with the power of the elixir.
As the group immersed themselves in their cultivation, the elixir's power continued to transform their bodies and meridians. However, Mo Wenjie always felt a vague unease in his heart. Suddenly, he sensed a familiar fluctuation, that was the spatial distortion sense from the direction of the Demon Realm.
The group became alert, seeing a massive black whirlpool appearing in the sky, spewing out even stronger demon troops. Leading them was one of the Four Great Demons under the command of the Demon King, exuding terrifying evil aura.
Mo Wenjie knew that this challenge was far beyond the previous one. But they showed no fear at all. The group coordinated perfectly to form an array. Mo Wenjie stood at the center of the array, perfectly merging the power of the elixir with his own spiritual power, unleashing a powerful strike. Liu Chuandong and the others also exerted all their might, weaving together various magical spells in a dazzling display.
However, the Demon King was too powerful, and it seemed that the array was about to be broken. At a critical moment, Mo Wenjie remembered the balance between righteousness and evil. He tried to absorb the floating evil qi around him and transform it into his own power, greatly increasing his strength once more as he charged towards the Demon King. Seeing this, everyone else followed suit.
The Demon King widened his eyes in surprise, utterly astonished by how these seemingly ordinary humans managed to skillfully counter his overwhelming attacks. As time went on, the Demon King began to feel increasingly powerless, and the powerful magic that had once surged wildly began to wane.
Meanwhile, Mo Wenjie, Ding Qingyao, and others worked closely together, showcasing their respective strengths. It appeared that Ding Qingyao was holding a longsword, with each swing exhibiting sharpness and every strike producing a whistling wind; Huang Ling'er was wielding a long whip that danced gracefully like a venomous snake, leaving the Demon King defenseless; Jiang Yurou and Xiao Yawen coordinated with each other, one casting spells to attack while the other used agile movements to restrain the Demon King's actions.
And take a look at Tuo Baiyingying, she closed her eyes and began chanting, her hands forming various gestures that shot out beams of light directly towards the Demon King's vital points. Qin Xiaodie's figure was elusive, appearing and disappearing like a ghost behind the Demon King, delivering a deadly blow. Cao Chunling manipulated countless flying needles that shot towards the Demon King in a dense array; Jin Can Xianzi commanded a swarm of golden worms that could consume the Demon King's magic and also spit out sturdy threads to bind his arms and legs.
Ling Xue moved gracefully, twirling the colored ribbons in her hands, which shone with a brilliant rainbow hue yet concealed deadly intent. Liu Chuandong swung his massive battle axe, each strike imbued with immense weight, making the Demon King hesitant to directly block them. Finally, there was the spirit fox, weaving through the battlefield with agility and occasionally darting in for quick strikes on the Demon King, causing him considerable trouble.
Under the joint efforts of everyone, the Demon King finally couldn't withstand the fierce attack and was forced to retreat repeatedly. In the end, with a sound of unwillingness, the Demon King vanished into thin air.
After this intense battle, Mo Wenjie and the others were exhausted, but their eyes were filled with excitement and pride. Through this confrontation with the Demon King, they gained a deeper understanding of the true meaning of balance between righteousness and evil. It became clear that justice was not an absolute force that suppressed evil; rather, it was the delicate balance that emerged from the constant struggle and mutual restraint between the two sides.
With a reverent heart towards this balance, Mo Wenjie and his companions took a brief rest before resuming their path of cultivation. They knew that there might be even more hardships and dangers ahead, but as long as they held fast to the path of righteousness and stood together in cooperation, they were sure to overcome all difficulties and achieve great accomplishments.
They continued onward, eventually arriving at a mysterious valley. The valley was filled with a thick mist of lingering spiritual energy, occasionally shining with strange runes. Mo Wenjie cautiously led the others into the valley.
As they walked, they discovered an ancient inscription on a stone tablet that was filled with obscure and difficult-to-understand texts. The group was studying it when the surrounding scenery suddenly changed, morphing into various perilous environments, some scorching with inferno-like flames, others plummeting into a seemingly endless abyss.
Mo Wenjie realized this was a test of their willpower, and he shouted, "Maintain composure and do not be deceived by the illusions." The group followed his instructions, closing their eyes and focusing their minds to resist the invasion of the illusions.
At that moment, a giant deity beast burst out of the mist, spewing inferno. Mo Wenjie took the lead, condensing spiritual power to confront it. Liu Chuandong and the others also joined the battle, showcasing their signature abilities.
The deity beast was exceptionally ferocious, but with their unity, the group gradually discerned its weak points. Mo Wenjie seized the opportunity and delivered a powerful strike that hit the creature's vital spot. The deity beast let out a mournful cry and then dispersed, allowing the surroundings to return to normal.
After this encounter, Mo Wenjie, Ding Qingyao, Huang Liling, Jiang Yurou, Xiao Ayawen, Ding Yan, Tuo Baiyingying, Qin Xiaodie, Cao Chunling, Jin Can Xianzi, Ling Xue, and Liu Chuandong all gained much from it. Their cultivation levels were further consolidated, and they gained a deeper understanding of the tests on their spiritual journey. After a brief rest, they set off towards the unknown path ahead with resolute expressions in their eyes.
