After walking into the stone monument, a dazzling light enveloped Zhi Li and Ming Yu. When the light dissipated, the two found themselves in a strange forest.
This forest was unlike the immortal realm or the demon realm, emitting a rich primitive atmosphere, as if it were far away from all the hustle and bustle and fighting.
Surrounded by lush green trees, the air carries a slightly damp and earthy scent. Strands of sunlight filter through the leaves, casting golden shadows on the soil.
"Where am I?" Zhi Li furrows her brow, her eyes filled with curiosity and caution.
Ming Yu also frowned, "I don't know, but it feels like a place completely isolated from the immortal realm and the demon realm."
Both of their identities and powers became insignificant here. What's worse, they found that their cultivation was suppressed, almost restored to the level of ordinary people.
"It seems we can only try to find a way out for now." Zhi Li took out the Rainbow Godstone, but the light on the godstone dimmed significantly.
Ming Yu smiled faintly, "Perhaps this is an opportunity for us to let go of our identities and temporarily forget past grievances."
Zhi Li He looked at him and finally nodded. However, in this dense forest, even if they put down their identities, it was not easy to find a way out.
Following their intuition, the two walked for a while, only to find that the surrounding scenery was becoming more and more similar. It was almost certain that they had gotten lost.
"Ah, this is really giving me a headache," Zhi Li said impatiently.
"What's over here? Look, there are some fruits over there," Ming Yu pointed to a tree laden with fruits.
"Are you sure that's food and not poison?" Zhi Li asked half-jokingly.
Ming Yu smiled and replied, "Nothing here is like the immortal realm or the demon realm, maybe it's just a regular fruit."
Zhi Li pondered for a moment, then decided to take a risk. She picked a fruit, took a bite, and found it not only non-toxic but also pleasantly sweet.
"The taste is not bad," Zhi Li swallowed.
Ming Yu also picked one and tasted it, "Indeed, it tastes better than the fruits of the immortal realm and the demon realm."
At this moment, Zhi Li's Rainbow Godstone suddenly emitted a faint light. Ming Yu instantly became alert, glaring at the godstone with a cold gaze. However, the light from the godstone disappeared in an instant.
"What's wrong?" Zhi Li asked in confusion.
"This forest is not simple. I feel there is some ancient power here," Ming Yu said, frowning.
"Well, I have the same feeling," Zhi Li echoed.
The two continued to venture deeper into the forest, discovering more and more anomalies.
Although they did not know the origin of this mysterious forest, there was an unspoken understanding in their hearts: this was a place with intricate connections and causes.
As they walked, Zhi Li was suddenly struck by a strong sensation, a profound sense of loss and sadness. She looked at Ming Yu and saw that he wore the same expression.
Ming Yu clenched the fruit in his hand, threw it into his mouth, chewed for a moment, and then spat it out. Zhi Li looked at him in confusion.
"The fruits here may be delicious, but some things cannot be judged by taste alone," Ming Yu said solemnly.
Zhi Li Suddenly enlightened, then bit her lip, seeming somewhat reluctant.
Ming Yu and Zhi Li's pace gradually slowed down, after all, this is an unusual forest.
The leaves are covered with mysterious spots of light, and the ground is filled with various unknown herbs and flowers, each with a unique scent that brings peace to the mind.
"Hmm... the atmosphere here seems a bit off," Zhi Li suddenly furrowed her brow, always particularly sensitive to changes in the natural world.
Ming Yu looked up at the sky and noticed that the distant clouds had also become heavy, as if they were covered in a layer of dust. "Do you feel it too?"
Zhi Li nodded, about to speak, but then heard a low growl, and the whole forest no longer seemed peaceful.
Suddenly, a deafening roar echoed through the forest, causing both of them to tense up.
They quickly turned their heads and saw a huge monster leaping out of the jungle. Its eyes shimmered with a green light, its teeth sharp as knives, emitting a deep and terrifying roar.
Ming Yu immediately grabbed Zhi Li's hand, and they ran forward together. The monster chased after them, causing the trees and bushes in the forest to kick up dust behind them, and the sound of the pursuit made their hearts race.
The two of them quickened their pace, their hearts pounding like drums, sweat streaming down their backs. They could feel a fierce presence chasing after them from behind, and it was definitely not an ordinary wild beast.
"What is that thing?" Zhi Li felt a wave of nervousness, despite being a cultivator, she was unable to use any spells at this moment.
"I don't know, but obviously it's not something good." Ming Yu answered, with a hint of a cold smile on his lips, but he was no longer the proud and cold Dark Lord from before, but more like an ordinary young person, facing danger with a hint of unease.
Ahead was the lake, with the deep blue water shimmering in the moonlight. Ming Yu nervously stared at the lake, knowing that the Monster was getting closer and closer. If they didn't take action soon, they would be caught up.
11-year-old Zhi Li expressed her concern with rapid breaths, "I can't swim!"
Ming Yu's brow furrowed even deeper. It was a difficult situation, but he knew that hesitating further was not the solution.
"Go into the lake!" Without hesitation, he forcefully pushed Zhi Li and jumped in himself.
Splashing water, the lake was cool and deep blue. Ming Yu quickly swam to the bewildered Zhi Li, holding her tightly as they dove to the bottom of the lake, avoiding the attack of the Monster.
The underwater world is full of mystery, and the deep underwater world seems like another dimension.
Under the cover of the water, they slowly swam towards the lake shore, each breath feeling particularly heavy.
Finally, they successfully climbed up to the lake shore, their clothes soaked through and their breathing heavy.
At the lake shore, they found a cave, which seemed like the best option to escape the Monster. Ming Yu entered the cave with weary Zhi Li, hoping to find something to start a fire.
Zhi Li stood at the entrance of the cave, surrounded by darkness. Then, the sparks of a match flickered, and the cave was filled with warm, bright light. She turned to look at Ming Yu, who was standing next to a pile of dry twigs, struggling to ignite the fire.
Ming Yu took two stones and rubbed them against the wood shavings, creating sparks that eventually ignited a small flame. This faint light made the cave feel incredibly cozy.
The light inside the cave began to brighten, and Zhi Li felt a bit uneasy. Then Ming Yu suddenly said, "I'm not interested in the yellow-haired brat. Come back in five years and talk to me then!"
Zhi Li couldn't help but laugh, her laughter echoing through the cave, full of vitality. She wanted to respond to Ming Yu but didn't know what to say. In the end, she simply said softly, "Thank you for saving me."
Ming Yu A faint smile, he knew that this little girl had a strong heart and an elusive quality.
The two sat quietly in the cave, the firelight reflecting on their faces. In this strange moment, time seemed to stand still.
Then, Ming Yu began asking about Zhi Li's story, wanting to understand her background and why she came to this dangerous place.
Zhi Li did not hesitate to confide, telling the story of her origins from the Shaman tribe, her mother the queen, and the Rainbow Godstone, among other things. Ming Yu listened quietly, filled with doubt and curiosity.
After Zhi Li finished her story, she curiously asked about Ming Yu's origins. With a slight smile, Ming Yu began to recount his ancient identity as the sealed Dark Lord, along with his adventures and experiences.
The story of this mysterious man is full of drama and fantasy, which captivates Zhi Li.
The conversation between the two of them lasted a long time, and the fire in the cave gradually turned into glowing embers, casting a warm light throughout the cave.
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