Just as everyone was almost exhausted, a golden ray of light suddenly descended from the sky. Amidst the brilliance, an elderly man with a fairy-like demeanor slowly emerged. With a gentle wave of his robe, he turned his enemies' attacks into nothingness. "You young ones, your bravery is commendable," said the elder in a sonorous voice.
Mo Wenjie struggled to stand and asked, "Who are you? Why do you want to save us?" The old man smiled and said, "I am the guardian spirit of this realm. Your actions in the face of death have moved me." The crowd listened with surprise. The elder continued, "After this battle, all of you are grievously wounded and need to seclude yourselves for recuperation. This mission cannot be achieved through sheer force alone; you must also enhance your own spiritual realm." He left a potion for each one, saying, "Take this pill to help heal your wounds and enhance your spiritual power. Once you recover, seek out the lost artifact; only it can truly guard against evil."
Mo Wenjie, Ding Qingyao, Huang Ling'er, Jiang Yurou, Xiao Yawen, Ding Yan, Tuoba Yingying, Qin Xiaodie, Cao Chunling, Ling Xue and Liu Chuandong received the precious pills from the mysterious and kind old man with great joy. Their eyes sparkled with excitement and gratitude. Each pill seemed to contain boundless power and hope.
With dreams of the future in their hearts, they followed the old man to a serene and peaceful place. Here, there were lush green trees, birdsong, and the sweet fragrance of flowers. A small stream flowed gently between the mountains, as if painting a beautiful scene. Far from the hustle and bustle of the world, it was an excellent place for seclusion and cultivation.
As everyone found their spots, they sat down cross-legged and adjusted their breathing, preparing to fully immerse themselves in the cultivation. They gently placed the pill in their mouths and felt the rich medicinal power spreading slowly within them, nourishing their meridians and dantian.
Time passed second by second, and they gradually entered a state of oblivion. Everything around them seemed to no longer matter; only the improvement of their cultivation was the only pursuit at that moment. Under the protection of the elder's powerful qi, they were free from distractions and continuously absorbing the essence of the pills, breaking through one hurdle after another in their cultivation.
However, Mo Wenjie and Ding Qingyao, Huang Ling'er, Jiang Yurou, Xiao Yawen, Ding Yan, Tuoba Yingying, Qin Xiaodie, Cao Chunling, Ling Xue, and Liu Chuandong knew that even more arduous challenges awaited them ahead. But at this moment, they had made thorough preparations and were confident in facing the unknown difficulties with an open heart.
After a period of seclusion and cultivation, everyone gradually woke up. They emitted stronger spiritual energy waves than before. Mo Wenjie was the first to stand up, his eyes firm: "Let's go." Others also responded. Following the old man's instructions, they set off on their journey to find the lost artifact.
On their way, they encountered various illusions and traps, but relying on their strength after cultivation, they all passed through smoothly. When they reached a misty valley, they felt a strong evil force. Just when they were on their guard, a giant shadow beast appeared. Mo Wenjie shouted loudly and led the group to resist together. This battle had great harmony between them and the spiritual attacks came in succession. After fierce fighting for a long time, the beast gradually lost ground. Just when the group was about to defeat the beast, it suddenly exploded itself.
Mo Wenjie hurriedly cast a shield to protect everyone. After the crisis was over, they discovered an odd light from where the beast had exploded. Approaching it, they found it to be a piece of the artifact. The group exchanged smiles, knowing they were one step closer to success. With determination in their hearts, they took big steps towards the direction where the artifact fully revealed itself.
As they walked, a massive stone door appeared ahead. It was tightly closed and covered in ancient runes. Mo Wenjie approached to examine it closely, trying to find a way to open the door. At this moment, Huang Ling'er, with her sharp eyes, noticed a small indentation next to the stone door, shaped exactly like the corner of the artifact they had seen before. Mo Wenjie's heart leaped; he took out a piece of the artifact and inserted it into the indentation.
The stone door slowly opened, emitting dazzling light. As they stepped inside, they found that this was like another space. In the center, the artifact hovered in mid-air, surrounded by countless lightning chains. Any who approached would be struck. Mo Wenjie thought for a moment and decided to use his spiritual power to attract the artifact. He activated his spiritual power fully and other companions also injected their powers.
Just as the artifact was about to be attracted, the space suddenly trembled, and a dark shadow appeared. It was the guardian of the artifact that had awakened. The guardian launched an attack on the group while they defended themselves and strived to retrieve the artifact.
Mo Wenjie seized the moment and charged towards the artifact like an arrow from a bowstring, his eyes fixated on the goal that was now almost within reach. With all his might, he broke through the final line of defense and without hesitation, he stretched out his hand and firmly grasped the artifact.
In an instant, the artifact's brilliance reached its peak, and a fierce light spread outwards like a surging wave. The light seemed to have substance, carrying an immense power that dispersed the guardian in an instant. The guardians let out unwilling screams but were driven back inexorably by the light, ultimately disappearing into thin air.
The group witnessed this scene, initially staring in shock with wide eyes, and then bursting into jubilant cheers. The light slowly dimmed, and Mo Wenjie held the artifact, slowly turning around. His face bore an expression of exhaustion but also determination. The faint glow emanating from the artifact bathed him in a divine light. Comrades rushed towards him with swift steps, their eyes brimming with admiration and joy. "We've succeeded!" someone shouted loudly, filled with excitement.
However, Mo Wenjie and Ding Qingyao, Huang Ling'er, Jiang Yurou, Xiao Yawen, Ding Yan, Tuoba Yingying, Qin Xiaodie, Cao Chunling, Ling Xue, and Liu Chuandong knew that this was just the beginning. Although they had obtained the artifact, there were still unknown challenges and dangers ahead. But at this moment, they gathered together, feeling the hard-won victory. Their eyes met, passing on a steadfast belief. They understood that no matter how difficult the future might be, with each other's courage and unity, they would surely forge ahead unyieldingly.
Mo Wenjie furrowed his brow, and his eyes were alert as he cautiously scanned the surroundings. He knew that at this moment, they had to remain calm and find a way out together. Ding Qingyao tightly held his arm, her eyes showed fear but she tried to maintain composure with Mo Wenjie by her side.
Huang Ling'er and Jiang Yurou hugged each other, whispering to each other softly to alleviate the tense atmosphere. Xiao Yawen calmly observed the environment, as if looking for some clues. Ding Yan tightly held Tuoba Yingying's hand, not daring to relax even a bit.
Qin Xiaodie's face was pale, and Cao Chunling comforted her in a low voice. Ling Xue quietly drew out his sword, ready for battle at any moment. Liu Chuandong stood at the back of the group, keeping an eye on everyone's movements to prevent any unexpected situations.
Suddenly, a low growling sound echoed from the mist, and everyone's hearts instantly leaped to their throats. Mo Wenjie gripped his weapon tightly and shouted loudly, "Be careful!" Everyone was on high alert, their eyes fixed on the misty area. An unknown challenge was about to come, and they didn't know what awaited them. But with their resolute beliefs, they were determined to face the dangers of this mysterious land together and seek for survival.
The growling grew closer, and a colossal beast emerged from the mist. It was covered in sharp scales. Mo Wenjie shouted, "Focus your firepower on its vulnerable spot in the belly!" The group immediately unleashed their spiritual power to attack. The beast's skin was thick and tough; despite the attacks, it continued its assault. A swipe of its claw aimed at the crowd. Xiao Yawen quickly raised a defensive shield to block the blow.
At this moment, Huang Ling'er noticed that the beast's eyes would briefly turn red before each attack, and she hurriedly shouted, "Avoid it when its eyes turn red!" The group followed her instructions. Mo Wenjie took the opportunity to circle around behind the beast, infused the power of the artifact into his weapon, and plunged it deeply into its back. The beast struggled in pain.
Jiang Yurou's hands formed a seal, and she cast a spell to temporarily bind the beast's movements. The group seized the opportunity and gathered their strength. Mo Wenjie leaped high into the air, raising the artifact and smashing it downwards onto the beast's head. The beast fell to the ground with a loud crash, dissolving into a cloud of black smoke that dispersed.
Just as the group had just slightly relaxed, a muffled sound suddenly echoed, followed by their feet starting to shake violently. Before everyone could comprehend what was happening, the ground beneath them seemed to be forcibly torn apart by an invisible giant hand. It instantly opened deep black holes that went on for miles. These holes resembled grotesque mouths, as if they were ready to swallow everyone whole.
"No good! Be careful everyone!" Mo Wenjie, with swift eyes and hands, shouted to warn others while quickly scanning the surroundings for an escape route. His gaze was piercing, and he quickly spotted a relatively higher and more stable area not far away. Without hesitation, he pointed in that direction and shouted, "Jump towards that higher place! Hurry up!"
Heeding Mo Wenjie's instructions, the group felt terrified but knew that the situation was urgent and couldn't afford to hesitate. Everyone used their utmost effort, jumping with all their might towards the higher ground. The air was filled with the sound of flying bodies, carrying a sense of excitement and danger. Fortunately, after a thrilling and exhausting jump, everyone safely landed in a safe area.
However, the crisis was not yet over. Mo Wenjie stood at the high ground, gazing at the mysterious land before him that was still full of unknown traps and dangers. He contemplated silently in his heart. Everywhere around were unforeseen traps and perils, and one wrong move could mean death. But thinking about their mission and the responsibility they carried, his eyes grew more determined.
"Dear companions, we've faced so many hardships and dangers on our journey. We can't give up halfway! No matter how many dangers await us ahead, I believe as long as we unite and press forward bravely, we will definitely overcome all difficulties and accomplish our task!" Mo Wenjie said passionately.
"Right! We'll follow you, Brother Mo!" The group responded in unison, their voices resounding through the sky. Under Mo Wenjie's leadership, they rallied their courage once more and set off with determined steps towards the unknown realm...
