HBWnovel Chapter 173 New clues emerge.
Chapter 173 New clues emerge.
Led by the mysterious figure, Jun Luochuan and his companions, like three lambs searching for a way out in the fog, slowly made their way towards the legendary, possibly existing, sacred cultivation ground. Along the way, Jun Luochuan's thoughts drifted like willow catkins, constantly replaying the thrilling battle scenes and the profound, sobering reflections he had during their rest.
Su Yao skipped and hopped ahead like a cheerful little bird, humming an unknown yet energetic tune. She seemed to have completely forgotten the nightmarish danger she had just witnessed, a world so distant it didn't even exist in her life. "Oh my, the scenery along the way is absolutely breathtaking!" her voice was clear and melodious, like a mountain stream.
Jun Luochuan couldn't help but roll his eyes at her, his gaze like a cold lightning bolt. "You silly girl, you have such a big heart that it can hold the whole world. Don't forget that we are still in a precarious situation, like walking on the edge of a cliff." His tone was tinged with helplessness and worry, like a dark cloud hanging over the place.
The mysterious figure silently led the way, his steps steady and firm, like an ancient mountain range that has stood firm despite the passage of time.
Jun Luochuan suddenly stopped his hurried steps, as if struck by an invisible lightning bolt. A thought flashed through his mind like a shooting star, brilliant yet fleeting. "Wait, I think I've caught up with something important." His voice was low and urgent, as if he was about to reveal a shocking secret.
Su Yao turned around at the sound, her bright eyes sparkling with curiosity, like two twinkling stars. "What's wrong, Jun Luochuan? You're not overthinking things again, are you scaring yourself?" Her words carried a hint of playfulness and teasing.
Jun Luochuan ignored her slightly teasing words and instead fell into deep thought. His brows were tightly furrowed, like two intertwined ropes. "When we were fiercely fighting that corrupted villain, the spells he used seemed to carry a strange sense of familiarity." His voice was low and slow, as if he were digging for a treasure buried deep in his memory.
Upon hearing his words, the mysterious man quickly turned around, his gaze sharp as a hawk's. "Familiar? Have you seen this strange magic somewhere before?" His voice was filled with doubt and anticipation.
Jun Luochuan frowned deeply, searching through the vast sea of memories, like a traveler searching for an oasis in a desolate desert. "That unique aura instantly reminded me of a precious record I once glimpsed in a yellowed, tattered ancient book." His voice trembled slightly, carrying a hint of barely suppressed excitement.
Upon hearing this, Su Yao eagerly moved closer, looking like a curious kitten. "What ancient book is it? Tell us in detail, don't keep us in suspense!" Her voice was urgent and full of longing.
Jun Luochuan spoke slowly, his voice echoing through the valley like the tolling of an ancient bell. “It is a fragment of an ancient cultivation method. The text on it is like ancient runes, mysterious and obscure. In the corner of that fragment, it mentions an extremely evil and powerful spell, which bears a striking resemblance to the spell used by the villainous blackened characters we encountered, as if they were long-lost twins.”
A bright, star-like glint flashed in the mysterious man's eyes, as if he had seen a ray of hope in the darkness. "If that's the case, then this might be a crucial clue, like a beacon in the darkness, guiding us in the right direction."
Jun Luochuan nodded heavily, his movement firm and powerful, as if making a vow. "That's right. Perhaps by following this faint clue, we can solve the puzzle and find an effective way to overcome that powerful enemy and break this seemingly inescapable predicament."
Su Yao clapped her hands excitedly, the sound like cheerful drumbeats. "Great! Let's quickly continue our in-depth research; maybe we'll find the key soon."
So, as the three of them struggled along the rugged mountain path, they engaged in a lively and expectant discussion about this precious clue.
Jun Luochuan described the mysterious contents recorded in the ancient book in detail and with great care, his expression like that of a learned sage imparting ancient wisdom. "It says that this extremely evil spell requires very special and harsh conditions to be cast, and just like every sharp sword has its weak spine, it also has its fatal weakness."
As the mysterious man listened, he fell into deep thought, looking like a contemplative philosopher. "Then we must rack our brains to find these hidden conditions and weaknesses in the darkness, like searching for a precious pearl in a vast ocean."
Su Yao blinked her large, watery eyes, a hint of worry in them. "But, could this be a carefully designed trap? Maybe the villain deliberately made us discover this to lure us in?" Her voice was tinged with unease and doubt, like a frightened little rabbit.
Jun Luochuan pondered for a moment, the brief silence seeming to freeze time. "It's not impossible, but even if it's just a sliver of hope, we must not give up easily. Because in this desperate situation, any glimmer of hope could be the key to turning the tide."
Just as they were having a heated discussion, the atmosphere as intense as a burning flame, Jun Luochuan suddenly sensed a subtle and indescribable change in the atmosphere around him.
"Everyone be careful!" Jun Luochuan whispered, his voice like an alarm bell in the cold night, instantly putting everyone on edge.
Su Yao looked around nervously, resembling a lost fawn. "What's wrong? I didn't feel anything. Am I too oblivious?"
The mysterious man instantly became alert, his muscles tensing like a taut bowstring. "Something's probably up. Everyone, prepare to react."
At that moment, a mysterious figure slowly emerged from the deep forest. The figure moved elusively like a ghost, sending chills down one's spine...
End of this chapter