As soon as he finished speaking, there was another rumble not far away - a new enemy was coming.
"It seems that we can only continue to face the difficulties. Are you ready? No matter what, we can't let this guy win easily!" Chen Le said firmly, clenching the Xingyao sword in his hand.
“Of course, no problem!” The other two nodded in agreement at the same time.
The three of them looked at each other, and their tacit understanding and determination seemed to become stronger. Chen Le turned to the Star Sword Spirit and said sincerely: "Thank you for your help. What should we do now to further improve our strength and meet the upcoming challenges?"
The voice of the Sword Spirit is as gentle as the breeze. But powerfully, "Now that you have my approval, you can enter the realm of swords to practice. It is the place where the souls of swordsmen of all ages gather. It can not only greatly improve your abilities, but also make you better Understand the essence of swordsmanship ”
As soon as he finished speaking, the surrounding scene quickly blurred, and in an instant the three of them found themselves in a vast void. There were countless radiating sword shadows floating around, as if the entire universe was enveloped by this power. Several floating palaces can be vaguely seen in the distance, with different trials and opportunities hidden behind each door.
Lily looked around curiously, "It's so magical here! Where do we start?"
"Everyone can choose a direction to go," Sword Spirit explained, "Different paths Represents the essence of different fields, but it should be noted that in this space. There will also be other soul guardians. They are both tests and teachers. As long as you face it bravely with awe, you will definitely gain a lot."
Hearing this, Lin Feng stood up first: " Then let me explore first!" After that, he walked towards the magnificent palace in the north.
At the same time, Chen Le chose a dark and mysterious place in the south; while Lily was attracted by a place in the east full of ancient books. As the three of them went their separate ways and went deep into their respective areas, a wonderful journey began.
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In the North District, Lin Feng stepped into the majestic hall. It was extremely empty inside, with a huge warrior statue standing in the center. "It seems that the focus here is on martial arts training..." While talking to himself, he felt an invisible pressure gradually increasing.
"Very good, young man, your courage is commendable." Suddenly, a rich and slightly desolate voice came, which shocked him.
Looking up, I found that it was the bronze statue that had come to life. "If you want to master real combat skills, you must first understand your own weaknesses." It stretched out a huge hand and pressed it on its forehead.
Suddenly countless images flashed through my mind: the reluctance after failing to practice sword-wielding for the first time as a child; the humiliation when losing to a strong opponent in a martial arts competition as a teenager; and the inability to fight back against a powerful enemy not long ago. A sense of helplessness... All kinds of memories came together to make him frown.
However, soon, an unprecedented firm belief gradually came to his heart: "I should no longer dwell on the past. Only by becoming stronger can I protect everything I cherish!" So after reorganizing his emotions, Lin Feng clenched his fists in front of him. The senior bowed deeply. "Thank you for your guidance, please enlighten me!"
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On the other side in the south, it is a completely opposite environment. This place is full of fog and strange atmosphere, making it hard to guard against. "Is this the answer you are looking for?" A soft yet sharp voice sounded in his ears, causing Chen Le, who was moving forward cautiously, to stop suddenly.
Looking back, I saw a young man wearing a white robe and smiling approaching. "Don't try to guess my identity or origin. As long as you can defeat me and solve the puzzle, you will get the revelation you need."
Hearing this, the young warrior suddenly became more energetic. Go forward. "Then let me try to see how good you are!" As soon as the words fell, the two sides immediately entered into a tense and fierce battle. As the duel after round was in full swing, Chen Le suddenly realized that the other party was actually guiding him to tap into his hidden potential.
After unremitting efforts and finally finding a breakthrough, he couldn't help but smile with relief. "Thank you for letting me realize the path that truly belongs to me!" After saying this, the figure disappeared without a trace, leaving only a faint echo still floating in the air...
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Compared with the various challenges encountered by her companions, the East District where Lily is located seems to be much quieter. There are piles of ancient documents and various rare treasures for people to consult and study. "Maybe I can find some useful information from it." The girl began to browse carefully while thinking silently in her heart.
Just when she turned to the last page and was about to end this trip, she suddenly felt that something was not quite right. Immediately afterwards, the scroll appeared out of thin air and slowly opened, revealing an obscure but fascinating text:
“When light and darkness meet, only those with pure hearts can reveal the hidden meaning. The truth in the depths of chaos. Remember this sentence, children - all things are integrated and connected! ”
After reading this passage, Lily raised her head and looked at the sky in sudden enlightenment. "That's it..." The corners of his mouth raised slightly, showing a satisfied smile.
As the three of them completed their respective mental journeys and reunited to prepare for more unknown challenges, the words of Sword Spirit rang in their ears again: "You have done a good job, please prepare for the next step." So that you can face greater trials. But before that, please remember to always maintain humility and awe..."
At this moment, a sneer came from not far away, interrupting all thoughts. "Hmph, these guys really have some tricks up their sleeves. But it's not enough!" There was obvious provocation in the voice. The three men immediately clenched their weapons vigilantly, turned around and faced the source and asked vigilantly:
"Who is it? How dare you act so arrogant here!" Chen Le shouted coldly.
A figure exuding a sinister aura slowly walked out from the thick shadows, with a fierce light flashing in his eyes: "Let me introduce myself - my name is Ying Yeren, specially designed to stop ignorant people like you. The way forward for intruders comes..."
Lin Feng took a deep breath and faced the huge warrior statue. He knew in his heart that the real test was about to begin.
"Are you ready? This is not only a contest of strength, but also a trial of the depths of the soul." The voice of the warrior statue sounded again in the empty hall.
"Yes, I'm ready!" Lin Feng responded firmly, his eyes full of determination. Immediately, he felt a strong wind blowing towards him, and the air around him seemed to become heavier. The next moment, his figure was instantly enveloped in a golden light.
When his vision returned to clarity, he was already in the center of a vast training ground. The warrior statue stood not far in front of him, the bronze sword in his hand emitting a light that was hard to look at.
The battle is about to begin. Lin Feng quickly drew out the long sword from his waist, and with his footsteps as light as a leopard, he launched a swift blow at the opponent. However, at this moment, the warrior statue moved its fingers, and an invisible force surged in instantly, throwing Lin Feng out like thunder and hitting the ground dozens of meters away. Lin Feng struggled to stand up, his chest heaving violently, and a trace of blood flowed from the corner of his mouth. He looked at the warrior statue in disbelief, with confusion and shock in his eyes: "Why are you so strong?"
The warrior statue responded calmly: "What you see is the fear and inadequacy deep in your own heart. Only by truly understanding and defeating yourself can you become a truly strong person."
After saying this, the statue disappeared again, and the entire hall returned to tranquility. But for Lin Feng, this failure left him completely confused and confused. He collapsed on the ground, unable to calm down for a long time.
On the other side, Chen Le, who was in the fog in the south, had completed his test. When he returned to reality, he saw Lin Feng with a decadent look on his face. He stepped forward and patted him on the shoulder with concern, "What happened? Why do you look so unhappy?”
Lin Feng raised his head and glanced at his friend, sighed and said: "Forget it, I barely persisted in it... and I also discovered a problem - my strength is far from enough. I can't even do a simple test." Can’t pass even the test.”
Chen Le pondered for a moment and said: "We all know that the road to spiritual practice will not be smooth sailing, but the key is to find the reasons for failure and learn from them."
Lily also came over to join the conversation at this time, "Maybe We should share our experiences with each other, maybe this can give you both some inspiration! After all, I have also obtained some valuable information from ancient books," she comforted with a smile, while briefly telling what she had seen in the written records.
While the three were exchanging their thoughts, the provocative voice they heard just now appeared again, "Hey, hey, don't be too confident! You know, the real challenge begins next." As the cold words gradually became clearer, the figure named Shadow Night Blade was completely revealed.
Faced with this sudden and hostile figure, the three of them couldn't help but become alert. "It seems that today is destined to be an unforgettable day." Chen Le said through gritted teeth, while clenching the Xingyao sword in his hand, "No matter who you are, as long as you dare to block our way, you must be prepared for failure! "
"Humph, courage is commendable but useless," Ying Yeren sneered, "Let me see how powerful you are!"
As Ying Yeren's sneer gradually dissipated, the air around him seemed to freeze. The three of them looked at each other warily, feeling a strong sense of uneasiness in their hearts.
Suddenly, a strong wind blew up, and the entire hall fell into darkness. Immediately afterwards, a group of dark light condensed in the air, gradually forming a huge and terrifying illusion - the ancient demon god!
It was a huge black shadow, its eyes were like burning flames, exuding endless evil and destructive aura. It glanced at the three of them coldly, with a sinister smile on its lips.
"Mortals, do you think you can really pass these small trials? The real test has just begun now."
Lily exclaimed and held her hands tightly. of ancient books. "This is...the legendary ancient demon!"
Lin Feng took a deep breath and forced himself to calm down. "No matter who you are, we will not let you succeed!" He straightened his back, held a long sword in his hand, and assumed a defensive posture.
Chen Le followed closely behind, the Xingyao sword emitting a dazzling light. "That's right, even if you are so powerful, you can't destroy our will!"
The demon's eyes slowly moved towards Chen Le, with greed in his eyes. "Little guy, your soul is very powerful. If you are willing to give up resistance, I can give you supreme power."
Chen Le gritted his teeth, his eyes full of determination. "I will not succumb to evil!"
However, just as they were preparing to fight, the demon suddenly stretched out a huge palm and grabbed Chen Le instantly. A powerful spiritual power invaded his mind. Chen Le felt that his consciousness was gradually being eroded, and countless temptations and fears emerged in his mind.
"Let him go!" Lin Feng roared angrily and swung his sword towards the demon god. However, that giant palm easily blocked his attack, and the huge repulsive force almost made it impossible for him to stand firm.
Lily suddenly came to her senses, opened the ancient book in her hand, and read aloud: "When light and darkness meet, only those with pure hearts can reveal the truth hidden in the depths of chaos." Suddenly, she was surrounded by people. A faint white halo formed, dispelling part of the evil spirit emitted by the demon.
Hearing Lily's words, Chen Le's eyes moved slightly, and a trace of clarity reappeared in his eyes. "I don't need your power!" He gritted his teeth and concentrated all his mental energy to resist the invasion.
At this moment, a warm power emerged from deep within his body, and the Starry Sword suddenly burst out with dazzling light, illuminating the entire hall. This power of light actually made the ancient demon god feel a little uneasy.
The Demon God snorted coldly and strengthened his suppression of Chen Le. "It seems I can't do it without giving you a little taste."
At this critical moment, Lin Feng and Lily also reacted quickly. Lin Feng swung his sword forward and cooperated with Chen Le to launch attacks; while Lily continued to chant the spells in ancient texts to continuously strengthen the power of light.
"Come together, don't give him a chance to breathe!" Lin Feng shouted loudly.
With the combined efforts of the three of them, they finally pushed back the demon's huge palm. Chen Le took the opportunity to break away from the control, staggered a few steps and fell to the ground, panting.
"Are you okay?" Lily asked with concern.
Chen Le forced out a smile. "Fortunately you are here, otherwise I would be doomed... But this guy is too strong, I have to find a way to deal with it."
Lin Feng nodded, "We have seen the weaknesses in our hearts and have grown a lot from them. This time we must unite and fight together!"
Just as they were discussing countermeasures, the ancient demon god's virtual Shadow reappeared and said in a cold tone: "Stupid boys, this is just the beginning. Next, I will use all means to capture your souls." (End of Chapter)