As the soil beneath their feet grew softer, Chu Yun and her companions realized that they had entered the forbidden land known as the polluted air marsh.
The air around them was filled with a nauseating smell, and in the distance, intermittent low growls made the marsh even more eerie and terrifying.
Chu Yun tightly held the Thunderstone in his hand, and the lightning inside the stone illuminated the path ahead for them, while also continuously purifying the surrounding polluted air.
She turned to look at her companions behind her and said softly, "Everyone, keep in formation. We must pass through this swamp."
Liu Qing waved the long sword in his hand and responded loudly, "No problem, Chu Yun. With us here, these filthy beasts are just like vanguard soldiers delivered to our doorstep." His hearty laughter echoed in the swamp, bringing a hint of courage to his companions.
Fang Yi, on the other hand, was bowing his head to study the ancient books in his hand, occasionally looking up to observe the surrounding terrain. He pointed to an area that seemed ordinary and said, "According to the records in this ancient book, we can try going in this direction, and we should be able to cross the swamp faster."
Xiao Zhe agilely explored around the team, his light footsteps leaving almost no trace on the wet mud. Returning to the team, he reported, "There is a group of foul beasts approaching ahead. We need to prepare for battle."
Yun Xiang and Liang Xiao immediately stood at the front of the team. Yun Xiang calmly said, "Let them taste our strength." Liang Xiao clenched his fists, gathering his inner energy, ready to face the impending battle.
Yu Shaofeng, Tie Quan, Frost, and Yen Ge all took their positions and prepared to unleash their respective spells and martial arts for the battle.
Frost calmly said, "Let these filthy beasts witness true power." Meanwhile, Yen Ge waved his wand gently, causing flames to dance around him and illuminate the surroundings.
Suddenly, a group of filthy beasts surged out like a tide, their figures appearing particularly eerie in the damp swamp.
Chu Yun and Lei Ling joined forces to unleash a thunderstorm, with lightning and thunder wreaking havoc among the filthy beasts. Liu Qing, Yun Xiang, and Liang Xiao brandished their weapons, bravely advancing into a fierce battle with the filthy beasts.
Fang Yi and Xiao Zhe use their intelligence and agility to find the best battle positions and strategies for the team.
After a fierce battle, the foul beast was finally defeated. Chu Yun looked at her companions, and although everyone seemed a bit weary, she knew that only trust in each other and teamwork could allow them to continue forward on this journey filled with unknowns and dangers in the burial ground of a myriad of demons.
Night falls, and they set up camp on the edge of the swamp, gathering around the campfire to recount today's adventurous experiences. Each person's face is filled with exhaustion yet contented smiles.
Tomorrow, they will continue their exploration, facing more challenges. But they know that as long as they stand united, there is nothing they cannot overcome.
Chu Yun looked at the blazing bonfire, filled with anticipation and determination for the future. This journey would be one of the most unforgettable experiences in her life, and she would grow into a stronger version of herself during this process.
After this trip, she would also tell her younger brother Chu Feng about this experience, and he would surely be thrilled to hear this amazing story.
When stepping into what seemed like a peaceful forest, Fang Yi suddenly paused, his gaze falling on the faintly visible runes on the ground.
"Wait, everyone stop!" Fang Yi said in a low voice, flipping through the ancient book in his hand to a certain page, carefully comparing the runes on the ground with the illustrations in the book. "There is an ancient protective formation here, we may have triggered some kind of mechanism."
Liu Qing looked around but saw nothing unusual, but he knew that Fang Yi was never without reason. "So what should we do? Are we just going to retreat like this?" he asked, frowning.
"No," Chu Yun replied, "we need to find out the method to activate this formation. Perhaps the answers we need are hidden inside." Her eyes shimmered with determination as she tightly held the Thunderstone, ready to face any potential danger.
Just as they were discussing, the formation suddenly activated, and a powerful force swept over them, surrounding them completely.
The air is filled with ancient and complex magical energy, and the surrounding scenery begins to twist and change, as if they have been transported to another space.
"This is a trial!" Yun Xiang immediately recognizes the situation, his voice revealing a hint of excitement. "The trial within the ancient formation is to test whether intruders are qualified to obtain the secrets of the formation's protection."
As the stone gate slowly opened, Chu Yun and his companions stepped into an unknown territory.
This is a wide underground hall, with a huge stone monument standing in the center, covered with ancient runes. Surrounding it are disciples from the four major sects, including the The Northern Ocean Sect, Qing Long Sect, White Tiger Gate, and Phoenix Sect. Their gazes are all focused on this novel scene.
The The Northern Ocean Sect disciple's cold eyebrows furrow slightly, his gaze as sharp as an ice blade, calmly analyzing the situation in front of him.
Yu Shaofeng of Qing Long Sect has eyes burning with the passion of exploration. Tie Quan of White Tiger Gate tightly grips his fist, ready to unleash astonishing power at any moment.
Meanwhile, Yen Ge of Phoenix Sect lightly swings her staff, heating the surrounding air with the flames around her.
Fang Yi held the ancient book tightly to his chest, his eyes shining with curiosity and the challenge of this puzzle.
Liu Qing and Xiao Zhe stood on either side of Chu Yun, their expressions serious as they gazed at the unknown challenge ahead. Yun Xiang and Liang Xiao smiled slightly, showing great anticipation for the upcoming test.
When Chu Yun and her companions entered the first trial, they discovered themselves standing in front of a huge stone door. There were ancient words carved on the door, seeming like a riddle: "I am the beginning of the living, the end of the dead, the path of the strong, and the tomb of the weak."
Fang Yi frowned in thought, and finally a hint of enlightenment flashed in his eyes: "It's 'time'! The living begin their lives with time, the dead rest when time ends, the strong conquer time, and the weak are buried by time."
When he loudly spoke the answer, the stone door slowly opened, leading to the next trial.
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