Moweng, Ding Qingyao, Huang Linger, Jiang Yurou, Xiao Yawen, Ding Yan, Tuoba Yingying, Qin Xiaodi, Cao Chunling and Jin Cankua with Lin Xue are carefully navigating through this mysterious realm in hopes of finding their destined destiny.
At this moment, suddenly, a deep and solemn voice came from afar: "Who are you people? How dare you seek treasures here! Don't you know that this place is not somewhere fit for the likes of you common folk?" The sudden shout was like a bolt of lightning, piercing through the originally tranquil atmosphere and causing everyone's hearts to tighten involuntarily.
Mo Wenjie was the first to calm down, bowing his hands towards the direction of the voice and said: "Senior, please forgive us. We are all cultivators, and we heard that there are opportunities here, so we came to explore. If we have offended you, please bear with us." His words were neither humble nor arrogant, but they also revealed his reverence for the unknown senior.
The rest of the crowd, seeing this, also followed Mo Wenjie's lead and bowed towards the source of the voice, showing that they had no ill intentions. For a moment, the atmosphere in the scene became tense, and everyone held their breaths in anticipation of the response from the mysterious senior.
Who are you people, from which level of heaven? The voice resounded again!
Mo Wenjie bowed respectfully and said, "My name is Mo Wenjie. These are my consorts. I come from Earth!"
An elderly man with a venerable demeanor appeared in the sky, declaring himself Wang Chang, a disciple of Zhou Daweng, the revered Daoist master of the Zhang family. Wang Chang was also an ascendant from Earth who had reached such lofty heights. "Today's encounter with you here is predestined," he said as he decided to grant you this destiny.
Golden Silk Fairy, upon hearing this, cast a glance at Mo Wenjie and asked, "Do you know this person named Wang Chang and the one he mentioned, Zhang Daoling?"
Mo Wenjie looked at the Golden Silk Fairy and smiled, nodding. "Although I don't know them personally, I have heard legends about them: According to the records, my ancestor Zhang Daoling was born in Fengyi County, Pei State. He was the ninth-generation descendant of Zhang Liang, the Marquis of Liu Bang. His grandfather was Zhang Gang, and his father was Zhang Dashun. My ancestor Zhang Daoling's mother dreamt of the North Star descending to Earth and became pregnant. On the night of the 15th day of the first month in the tenth year of Emperor Gengshi's reign (AD 34), he was born on Mount Tianmu. Since his youth, my ancestor Zhang Daoling was proficient in Tao Te Ching and had studied at Tai Xue (the Imperial Academy), where he mastered astronomy, geography, various schools of thought, and the Five Classics. Thousands of people studied under him. In AD 59, my ancestor Zhang Daoling served as the county magistrate in Jiangzhou County (today's Chongqing). Later he resigned his post and lived in retirement on Mount Beimang in Luoyang to study longevity. Emperor Zhao Zuo invited him to serve as a scholar but he declined. Following divine guidance from Zhaogeng before him, my ancestor Zhang Daoling received from Emperor Huangdi 'The Yellow Emperor's Nine Cauldron Alchemical Scripture' and 'The Taiqing Alchemical Classic' in a stone chamber on Mount Songshan. He later subdued five emperors and Baihu Shennong. My ancestor Zhang Daoling practiced Taoism on Mount Heming where he received personal instruction from Master Laozu: books of Taoism known as Du San Pu Ji Records (Three Unity Records), dual divine swords for eliminating evil spirits
Huang Ling'er widened her eyes in disbelief, her face full of astonishment as she looked at Mo Wenjie. Jiang Yurou covered her mouth to prevent herself from letting out a shout. Xiao Yawen's fan fell to the ground with a loud "snap," but she seemed completely unaware. Ding Yan stood stock-still, as if turned into a statue. Tuoba Yingying's beautiful eyes rounded, and she secretly marveled in awe. Qin Xiaodi was so surprised that he nearly dropped the teacup in his hand. Cao Chunling opened her mouth wide, unable to close it for a long time. The Golden Silk Fairy's stunningly beautiful face changed slightly with shock. As for Ling Xue, he drew in a sharp breath, feeling cold all over his body.
These women had heard of Zhang Daoling and his disciple Wang Chang before, but they were still deeply shocked by Mo Wenjie's detailed description of their abilities. They couldn't imagine what kind of miraculous powers this duo possessed to have such an impact on someone like Mo Wenjie. At that moment, the entire room was silent, with only the sound of everyone's breathing filling the air.
Wang Chang smiled faintly, raised his hand and waved it. A gentle beam of light enveloped Mo Wenjie. "Since you know about my master's deeds, you are also destined to be connected with my Daoist sect. This light entering your body will help purify your essence and bones, enhancing your inner strength." Mo Wenjie quickly expressed his gratitude. The women envied Mo Wenjie, and Wang Chang continued, "You need not be envious either; there is indeed a destiny here for you. However, it requires trials and tribulations." After speaking, the surrounding scenery changed abruptly into a misty forest. "Beyond this forest lies a treasure trove at its end. But danger lurks within the woods."
Mo Wenjie clenched his fists, his eyes resolute, "Thank you for your guidance, we will give our all." And so, they all stepped into the misty forest. Not long after entering, vines surged out like spiritual snakes, wrapping around them.
Mo Wenjie's eyes focused, and his right hand quickly drew out a sword that shone with cold light from his waist. With a flick of his wrist, the sword sliced through the air with a fierce arc, accurately cutting the thick vines that were writhing like serpents towards them. A crisp sound echoed as the vines snapped, and green juice splattered around.
Meanwhile, the other companions also began to deploy their respective arts to repel the threats from all sides. Huang Ling'er shouted, raising her hands in a seal and muttering incantations. A thick wood attribute spiritual power gushed out of her body. The trees around them seemed to be drawn by the power and started to grow wildly, intertwining together to form a solid barrier that successfully blocked some of the enemy's attacks.
The group worked in close coordination, their cooperation seamless. Some faced the enemies head-on, while others provided support and protection from behind. Thus, they moved step by step, cautiously making their way into the depths of the forest. Despite the numerous dangers along the way, a fierce desire for the mysterious opportunity burned within each of them.
As they advanced, unexpected obstacles kept arising. Some were sudden traps that almost caused them to fall into them. Others were powerful beasts hidden in the shadows, snarling and lunging towards them.
However, these difficulties did not deter Mo Wenjie and his companions one bit. On the contrary, they united and employed their acquired skills to repeatedly break through the encirclement, bringing them closer to the legendary end point.
As they approached the end of the forest, a massive three-headed werewolf appeared suddenly. Its eyes glowed with a sinister green light, fixing its gaze on the group with a menacing look. Mo Wenjie took a deep breath, charging forward and leading the attack. He unleashed his most powerful swordsmanship, the shadows of his blade piercing directly towards the middle head of the werewolf. The women did not back down either; Huang Ling'er manipulated trees to ensnare the werewolf's limbs, Jiang Yurou threw icy darts towards one of its heads, and the others also displayed their extraordinary abilities.
The werewolf was cunning and managed to break free from the tree constraints. It swiped at some of the ice darts, lunging at Mo Wenjie to bite. While avoiding it by turning sideways, Mo Wenjie was tripped by a nearby stone. Seeing the werewolf ready to bite down, a burst of golden light flashed, it was Golden Silk Fairy releasing her lifeforce into her Qian Can Silk (Golden Silk) that bound the werewolf. Seizing this chance, Mo Wenjie leaped up and drove his sword into the remaining heads of the beast.
As the werewolf fell, the mist in front of them dispersed, revealing a palace emitting strange light. Mo Wenjie, Ding Qingyao, Huang Ling'er, Jiang Yurou, Xiao Yawen, Tie Baoying, Qin Xiaodi, Cao Chunling, Golden Silk Fairy and Ling Xue looked at each other and smiled knowingly that the real opportunity was within it. With excited hearts, they stepped into the palace to prepare for new challenges and rewards.
After entering the palace, the group found it filled with various rune seals. Mo Wenjie tried to take a step forward, immediately triggering a lightning seal. Thankfully, he quickly used his spiritual power to fend it off. As everyone pondered how to break the seals, Golden Silk Fairy noticed a pattern on the wall, which seemed like a clue. Mo Wenjie studied it carefully and followed the order shown in the pattern to channel his spiritual power. He triggered a mechanism that slowly opened a hidden door in the floor. Inside, there was an even stronger light emanating.
Descending the stairs, they saw a massive spiritual pearl floating in the air, surrounded by countless treasures. However, a gigantic automaton giant was also guarding the pearl, wielding a huge axe and charging towards them.
Mo Wenjie roared loudly, separating from the women to attack the giant automaton from all directions. After a fierce battle, Mo Wenjie took advantage of the giant's momentary sluggishness, driving his sword into its core. The giant collapsed with a resounding boom, and the spiritual pearl along with many treasures were now theirs. This destiny had given them an opportunity to advance in their cultivation significantly. With their hearts full of joy and filled with more anticipation for their future journey in cultivating immortality, they left the palace, leaving behind only a sense of excitement and eagerness for what lay ahead.
