They advanced along the path, arriving at a mysterious valley. The mist within swirled thickly, faintly betraying powerful spiritual fluctuations. Muo Wenjie stepped forward first, with the others following closely.
As soon as they entered the valley, they encountered a pack of spiritual wolves. These spiritual wolves emitted a faint blue light, and their speed was incredibly fast. Mu Wenjie drew his spiritual sword out in an instant, slicing off several of the spiritual wolves. Ding Qingyao, on the other hand, used an ice-based spell to freeze the surrounding spiritual wolves.
As the group continued to fight and advance, they gradually penetrated deeper into the valley. Suddenly, an ancient palace appeared ahead. The palace gate was tightly shut, and it was adorned with mysterious symbols that were difficult to understand. Mu Wenjie tried to touch the symbols with spiritual energy but was repelled. Just as everyone pondered deeply, Huang Ling'er discovered a similar symbol mark on a stone beside her, which seemed to be a clue for opening the gate.
At this moment, all could not contain their curiosity and excitement, and they hurriedly gathered around to observe and study the mysterious object before them with great care. They widened their eyes, not missing a single detail, sometimes whispering among themselves in low tones, at other times lost in deep thought, pondering the mysteries it held.
Time ticked by, one second at a time, and the group never gave up on their exploration. Finally, hard work paid off! With everyone working together and cooperating, the secret that had been hidden deep within finally surfaced and was successfully understood by people.
Only Mu Wenjie took a deep breath, steadied himself, and then followed the method he had just understood. He carefully channeled his spiritual energy into it again. At that moment, the closed gate seemed to be attracted by some force and slowly opened on both sides.
As the doorway widened, a stronger and more vast stream of spiritual power surged towards them like tumultuous waves. The potency of this spiritual force was so formidable that it left everyone in awe, causing their bodies to tremble slightly involuntarily. Yet, despite harboring fear of the unknown, the anticipation in their eyes was more prominent. After all, having endured countless hardships to reach this place, none of them wanted to miss out on the potential colossal opportunity hidden within this palace.
Muo Wenjie and Ding Qingyao, Huang Ling'er, Jiang Yurou, Xiao Yawen, Ding Yan, Tuobaying, Qin Xiaodie, Cao Chunling, the Golden Silk Fairy, Lingxue, and Liu Chuandong, along with the spiritual fox, all entered the palace step by step with a mix of anticipation and vigilance...
The palace interior was brightly lit, with various items emitting spiritual light placed around the room. However, there were complex array patterns on the ground. As Mu Wenjie took a step forward, he triggered the array. Light rays shot out one after another, and everyone hurriedly dodged them. The Golden Silk Fairy spat out silk threads, trying to disrupt the light rays, but to no avail.
At this moment, Liu Chuandong noticed that the array was controlled by a mechanism on the wall. Thus, the spiritual fox transformed into a humanoid form and leaped onto the wall. However, after touching the mechanism, it unleashed protective puppets. These puppets were massive in size and made entirely of high-quality iron. They wielded giant hammers and charged towards the group.
Muo Wenjie joined forces with several companions to unleash powerful spells at the puppets, but the puppets merely paused briefly before continuing their assault. As one of the puppets was about to hammer down on Lingxue, Jiang Yurou swiftly invoked a treasure to block the blow.
Just as the crisis unfolded, Ding Qingyao discovered an energy core behind the puppet. As long as it was destroyed, the puppet's actions could be halted.
Upon receiving the instruction, Muo Wenjie's eyes suddenly turned sharp and intense, much like a leopard that had locked onto its prey. His figure moved as swiftly as lightning, his steps light and quick. Relying on his agile moves, he circled around behind the puppet like a phantom. The blade in his hand flashed with a chilling glint, emanating an unstoppable aura as it drove straight into the core of the puppet with great force.
In the instant the tip of the sword touched the core, a powerful energy surge erupted suddenly, accompanied by a dazzling flash of light that almost blinded everyone. The light was as dazzling as the sun, as if it were about to consume all things in the world. Amidst the intense light, there were also crackling sounds of electricity, as if the puppet was struggling in its final moments.
Shortly after, a muffled explosion echoed, and the massive puppet's body shook violently before collapsing to the ground with a loud thud. The immense impact force caused the ground to tremble and raised a cloud of dust.
With their hearts suspended high, everyone finally relaxed. The tension in their nerves was instantly released. Some breathed a long sigh of relief, while others' faces showed relief after narrowly escaping. They gazed at the fallen puppet, filled with a myriad of emotions in their hearts.
Muo Wenjie sheathed his sword, breathing heavily, but his face was hard to hide the joy of victory. The crisis was temporarily resolved, but what unknown challenges awaited them ahead was unclear to anyone. Yet, they were already filled with courage, ready to face whatever came next.
After a brief rest, the group began to cautiously explore the interior of the palace. Muo Wenjie discovered a jade box glowing faintly. Just as he was about to reach out to grab it, a portal appeared suddenly under his feet. Without time to react, everyone was teleported into an unfamiliar space. The place was filled with molten lava and massive boulders burning in the air.
A massive flame beast emerged from the lava, roaring and breathing fire. Muo Wenjie and the others immediately dispersed. Ding Qingyao summoned an ice shield to deflect the flames, while Huang Linger used vines to bind the beast's legs. Muo Wenjie seized the opportunity and flew above the beast's head, aiming to poke its eyes. The beast wildly shook its head, almost causing Muo Wenjie to fall.
Jiang Yurou threw out the binding spirit rope to help Muo Wenjie stabilize his form and bind the beast's horns. At this moment, the spiritual fox discovered a weakness on the beast's abdomen. Muo Wenjie understood and concentrated all his spiritual energy into his sword, driving it into the beast's abdomen with maximum force. The beast roared in agony before collapsing to the ground and turning into ashes. As the beast disappeared, the space began to collapse, prompting everyone to quickly search for an exit.
Muo Wenjie spotted a glimmer of light in the distance and led everyone to run towards the light, successfully escaping the dangerous space and embarking on another journey of exploration.
Muo Wenjie keenly caught sight of that faint glimmer of light in the darkness, like a solitary star shining in the black sky, igniting hope amidst the depths of despair. With a steady and firm voice, he loudly called out, "Follow me closely and run towards the light!"
Upon hearing this, the eyes of everyone lit up instantly. The weary bodies seemed to have been infused with new energy. They supported each other, stumbling forward one step at a time, toward the faint light. The darkness seemed unwilling to let them go easily, occasionally emitting eerie sounds to unsettle their spirits. However, at this moment, nothing could deter their determination to escape.
Finally, they drew closer to the light. As they stepped out of the dangerous space, warm light shone upon their faces. Everyone was breathing heavily, the joy of surviving after the danger flowing in each other's eyes.
Having slightly regained their composure, Muo Wenjie looked at his teammates and said with determination in his eyes, "This is just a small challenge. The next round of exploration is already waiting for us. Are you all ready?" Each teammate clenched their fists in unison and replied with a loud voice. They prepared their equipment, carrying the curiosity and bravery to face the unknown, and resolutely stepped into the new mysterious field to explore the endless mysteries and meet new challenges.
At this moment, the campfire at the exploration site swayed gently in the breeze, casting a warm yellow glow on the faces of the weary yet energetic team members. Muo Wenjie stood up, walked among his teammates, clenched his fists, and spoke in a powerful voice: "Comrades, this is just a small challenge, and we have all successfully made it through! This proves that we have enough ability and courage to face any unknown."
The teammates looked up one by one, their spirits ignited by Muo Wenjie's words. Each young face was filled with fearlessness and anticipation.
"The next round of exploration is waiting for us, and there may be more difficult obstacles ahead," Muo Wenjie continued, his gaze sweeping over his teammates as if to pass on his strength to each and every one of them.
The team members responded enthusiastically, some waving their fists, others cheering slogans. The morale surged instantly. The darkness outside the tent seemed to be driven back slightly by this burst of energy and enthusiasm.
Muo Wenjie and Ding Qingyao, Huang Ling'er, Jiang Yurou, Xiao Yawen, Ding Yan, Tuobaying, Qin Xiaodie, Cao Chunling, the Golden Silk Fairy, Lingxue, Liu Chuandong, and the spiritual fox began to organize their gear and check their supplies for the upcoming new challenge. In this small campsite, there was an atmosphere of determined forward momentum and fearlessness. It seemed as if nothing could hinder their steps towards the unknown.
In the mysterious and magical world, Mu Wenjie stood tall at the peak of a mountain, with the wind blowing through his clothes. Beside him, Ding Qingyao smiled gently, like a warm sun in spring. Her gaze always followed closely behind Mu Wenjie. Huang Linger was lively and active, like a jumping fairy, often darting around the group, her laughter crisp and melodious.
Jiang Yurou possessed an ethereal aura, much like a solitary orchid in a secluded valley, quietly exuding its unique charm. Xiao Yawen was composed and wise, with eyes that seemed to penetrate all. Ding Yan was dynamic and resolute, exuding courage and determination in every aspect of her being.
Tuobaying exuded an exotic allure, her dazzling beauty captivating everyone's attention. Qin Xiaodie was charming and endearing, with every gesture and smile evoking pity and affection. Cao Chunling was gentle and virtuous, quietly caring for everyone. The Golden Silk Fairy was enigmatic and mysterious, surrounded by ethereal light. Lingxue was as cold as ice, yet when she looked at Mu Wenjie, a subtle tenderness shimmered in her eyes.
On the other side, Liu Chuandong exuded an aura of dignified integrity, standing guard beside everyone. The spiritual fox, like a phantom in the mists, was barely visible but added more mystique to the group.
Suddenly, the clouds in the sky swirled furiously, as if a powerful crisis was approaching. Mu Wenjie's gaze was resolute, and he raised his arms in a loud shout. Ding Qingyao, Huang Ling'er, Jiang Yurou, Xiao Yawen, Ding Yan, Tuobaying, Qin Xiaodie, Cao Chunling, the Golden Silk Fairy, Lingxue, Liu Chuandong, and the spiritual fox gathered together instantly. They exchanged gaze for gaze without words needed to be said; they were all already in understanding with each other. United together, they were prepared to face the upcoming unknown challenges together in this vast and magical cultivation world. They would write their own legendary stories in this world of cultivation.
