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Qi Xiao hesitated for a moment before speaking softly, "Disciple seems to have sensed demonic energy from it."
"You, a mere disciple, have never encountered the demon race. How can you be so sure?"
"I read about it in books."
Although Elder Qi was skeptical, he understood that Qi Xiao wouldn't make such a statement without some level of confidence. His expression suddenly changed.
He asked Qi Xiao to wait and went directly to Qingyuan Peak.
"Elder Qi, what brings you here?"
Seeing that Master Qingxu was guarding the main hall, Elder Qi bowed respectfully and inquired about the Sect Leader's whereabouts.
Master Qingxu sighed softly, "The Sect Leader has urgent matters and has already left the sect."
"Is it related to the situation at Thunderwind Valley?"
Master Qingxu glanced at him with some surprise.
Elder Qi smiled faintly, "I happened to overhear a few words. I heard that something unusual happened in the valley that day, so I wanted to inquire about the details."
Ordinary matters would hardly pique Elder Qi's interest; his keen curiosity indicated he had heard some rumors.
Master Qingxu sighed again and got straight to the point, recounting the events of that day.
"The Sect Leader discovered a Xuanbing Jiao transforming into a dragon demon in the valley. He then collaborated with several elders to investigate thoroughly and confirmed it without a doubt. Now he has left the sect to discuss countermeasures with other sect leaders."
"Is that true? The demon race is indeed making moves?"
"I would never joke about such matters with you. As for the specifics, we have yet to investigate thoroughly."
Master Qingxu shook his head helplessly and added, "This matter is confidential. Please do not speak of it outside; just pretend you haven't heard anything."
Elder Qi stepped back in shock upon hearing such startling news.
Even when he returned to the Scripture Pavilion, he remained dazed, as if he hadn't fully regained his composure.
He nodded at Qi Xiao. "I know why the Sect Leader sent you here."
Qi Xiao had performed admirably by saving Elder Chang and was a rare practitioner specializing in spiritual cultivation. Given the Sect Leader's appreciation for talent, it was clear he wanted Qi Xiao to try out that particular item.
Elder Qi led Qi Xiao through several layers of restrictions until they reached the top floor of the Scripture Pavilion. He pointed to a scroll resting at the center of a stone platform.
"This is the only treasure stored on the top floor of the Scripture Pavilion. You can enter now."
"Enter?"
"Ah, there's no need for further explanation. You'll understand once you see for yourself."
With that, he waved his sleeve and, without waiting for Qi Xiao to react, forcefully pushed him into the barrier surrounding the stone platform.
In the next moment, the barrier rippled slightly, creating subtle waves. Qi Xiao suddenly felt the world spinning around him, and darkness enveloped his vision as he lost consciousness completely.
When he regained his senses, he found himself in a hot valley. Qi Xiao looked around in surprise and then glanced at his semi-transparent body, trembling in disbelief. Had his soul left his body?
The surroundings were empty when suddenly, Elder Qi's voice echoed.
"This is a secret realm created long ago by a powerful figure from the Xianyao Sect, who devoted all their strength and heart before their demise. Here, reality blurs with illusion; there are challenges as well as benefits. However, one thing is certain: any injuries you encounter here will not affect your real body. You can safely undergo trials; I will take care of your physical form outside."
After saying this, Elder Qi fell silent, leaving no response to Qi Xiao's calls.
Qi Xiao murmured to himself, "This sounds a bit like a dream?" He exerted himself to jump and found that his body did not feel as light as he expected; it was just as solid as in reality. He could touch other objects and felt their weight. It seemed this dream had its own set of rules.
Since he was here, he might as well experience it fully. Qi Xiao lifted his gaze, staring intently into the distance.
He stood at the edge of a cliff, with a pathway made of floating stones stretching out a hundred paces ahead. Below him flowed a river of molten lava.
Taking a few steps closer to the cliff's edge, a wave of scorching heat hit him, almost melting his skin. Yet when he looked at his body, there was no sign of harm. It appeared that these sensations were mere illusions, providing similar perceptions without causing any real damage.
With that in mind, what did he have to worry about? He stepped forward and jumped onto the first floating stone.
In the next instant, his body felt an overwhelming weight on his shoulders, as if a mountain had pressed down upon him. The floating stone began to sink slowly under this force. Qi Xiao was startled; he wanted to move again but found himself seemingly bound to this stone.
He felt an invisible barrier separating him from the stone ahead and the cliff behind. Was there some special rule at play here?
Qi Xiao's mind raced as he tried to think quickly. The floating stone sank faster and faster while the lava below churned violently. A wave of fire surged toward him, splashing molten droplets onto his calves with a sizzling sound.
He couldn't hold on any longer; at this rate, he would be swallowed by the magma below in less than a quarter of an hour!
Although Elder Qi had vouched for him, ensuring that he wouldn't suffer any harm here, he still didn't want to be consumed by the magma so easily. There had to be something he hadn't considered.
That's right—pressure! Since it was that invisible pressure that was pulling him down, what if he could find a way to resist it?
He exerted all his cultivation to counteract the force, and the descent of the floating stone slowed slightly.
It worked!
However, the floating stone was still descending, albeit at a reduced speed. Had he really used all his power only to fail at the first trial?
Suddenly, another thought struck him. Since this place specialized in stripping away souls, perhaps it was designed specifically as a test for the soul.
With this in mind, he focused his attention and used his soul to resist that inexplicable pressure, feeling a slight relief on his shoulders.
As he fought back, the floating stone began to rise slowly.
Outside the barrier, Elder Qi watched the scene unfold on the scroll and nodded in satisfaction. Finding the key so quickly wasn't too bad after all.
Yet, he sighed helplessly. It wasn't easy inside there!
Recalling his own experience of being trapped for a whole month, Elder Qi's expression darkened as he hurriedly left. He never wanted to come near that painting again in his lifetime.
Let this secret realm be left for the younger generation to endure.
Meanwhile, Qi Xiao was drenched in sweat. After only concentrating on resisting for a short while, he felt utterly exhausted.
But as soon as he thought about relaxing even slightly, the floating stone suddenly dropped again, forcing him to focus all his attention without a moment's pause.
If this weren't just an illusion, he might very well be worn out to death here!
The floating stone continued its slow up-and-down motion in midair. After half an hour, Qi Xiao felt as if he had just been pulled out of water—sweaty and completely drained.
Yet ultimately, he found it impossible to withstand that nameless pressure and was forcefully pushed into the magma below.
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