Chapter 477
Chapter 477
"Xiaoyao is right. This person not only knows our purpose, but also can set up such a sophisticated formation. His power should not be underestimated." There was a hint of solemnity between Shen Muyun's brows. He knew very well that every step forward might lead to a deeper vortex.
"No matter what the road ahead holds, now that we have embarked on this path, we have no choice but to move forward courageously." Liu Piaoxue's voice was soft but firm, and her eyes revealed a kind of detached indifference, as if no challenge could make her retreat.
As the night deepened, they continued to move forward in the faint moonlight. The surrounding mountains and forests hummed in the night wind, as if telling an ancient story. Suddenly, a burst of hurried footsteps broke the silence, and several figures quickly approached from the woods, with a menacing momentum.
"Who is it!" Li Xiaoyun quickly drew his sword and pointed the tip of the sword directly at the intruder. His reaction was as fast as lightning and without any delay.
"Haha, you young men are really alert. However, I'm afraid you will have to leave something behind before you can continue on your journey tonight." A burly man with a scar on his face walked out of the shadows, followed by dozens of men in similar attire. They were obviously not good people.
"What are you leaving behind? Is it your lives?" Ren Xiaoyao's lips curled up into a playful smile. He seemed relaxed, but in fact he was already prepared for the battle.
Shen Muyun looked around and quickly thought of a countermeasure in his mind. "Dear friends, we have no ill intentions, we are just passing by. If there is any misunderstanding, please explain it, there is no need to use force."
"Misunderstanding? We don't have time to listen to your nonsense. Hand over the 'Green Jade Pendant' and perhaps we can spare your lives!" The scarred man showed greedy eyes, and it was obvious that he came for the treasures on them.
"It seems that a fierce battle is inevitable." Liu Piaoxue sighed lightly, and a silver whip appeared in her hand, flashing with cold light and full of murderous aura.
The battle was about to break out. The four of them stood in a circle with their backs to each other, facing the gradually approaching enemy without any fear. Under the moonlight, sword shadows and whip shadows intertwined, fists and hidden weapons flew, and a fierce fight began.
Shen Muyun's swordsmanship is agile, Li Xiaoyun's offensive is fierce, Ren Xiaoyao's body movements are cunning, and Liu Piaoxue's whip skills are soft yet strong. The four of them cooperate tacitly, like a sophisticated machine, defeating their opponents one by one.
Finally, after the last scream, the surroundings returned to silence, leaving only heavy breathing and the occasional sound of weapons falling to the ground. The moonlight sprinkled on the wounded on the ground, reflecting the figure of the victor.
"Although the opponent this time is difficult, it is not a real threat." Shen Muyun sheathed his sword with a serious look, "We must find the remaining ancient artifacts as soon as possible to prevent more innocent people from being involved in this turmoil."
"Brother Shen is right. We can't let greedy people succeed." Li Xiaoyun nodded in agreement, with an unyielding fire burning in his eyes.
"So, where are we going next?" Ren Xiaoyao asked. Although his tone was still relaxed, there was a bit more seriousness in his eyes.
"According to the advice of our predecessors, the truth is often hidden in the most inconspicuous places. I think we should go back to the starting point and re-examine those ignored clues." Shen Muyun's gaze pierced through the night, as if he had already seen the road ahead.
The four smiled at each other and set off on their journey again. The road to the martial arts world is full of dangers, but as long as you keep justice in your heart, the light will eventually illuminate the way forward. And they are the heroes who are not afraid of difficulties and move forward courageously.
"Go back to the starting point? Then we have to hurry, we must find something before dawn." Li Xiaoyun looked into the distance. Although it was dark at night, it could not hide his inner determination.
"Xiaoyao, you are very good at martial arts. How about you go ahead and explore the way? We will be there soon." Shen Muyun suggested. He knew that Ren Xiaoyao's speed could buy them precious time.
"I'm very happy to do so. It's a good time to stretch my muscles." Ren Xiaoyao took a step forward and disappeared into the night like a ghost, leaving only a faint laughter echoing in the air.
Liu Piaoxue smiled slightly and said to Shen Muyun: "Brother Shen, it seems that we have to speed up. Although Xiaoyao likes to joke, he is never vague when doing things."
"Indeed, with him leading the way, we can take fewer detours." Shen Muyun said as he walked side by side with Liu Piaoxue. The two of them increased their speed suddenly and followed Ren Xiaoyao's trail in a flash.
The moonlight was clear, and their figures shuttled through the forest, like a few meteors in the night, fast and decisive. Not long after, the three of them gathered again, and in front of them was a forgotten ruin, overgrown with weeds, and there seemed to be some secret hidden between the broken walls.
"Here? It doesn't look very impressive, but who knows, maybe it's really as the senior said." Li Xiaoyun looked around with a frown.
Ren Xiaoyao jumped onto a broken stone tablet and said jokingly, "Hey, if there is really a treasure, don't forget to give me some."
"Don't worry, Xiaoyao. We are brothers and sisters. We share the good times and the bad times together." Shen Muyun patted his shoulder with a firm look.
The four began to search carefully, not sparing any stone or inch of land. Just when they were about to give up, Liu Piaoxue's fingertips touched a stone wall, which accidentally triggered a mechanism. The stone wall slowly moved away, revealing a deep cave.
"It seems that our luck is not bad." Li Xiaoyun walked in front with a lantern. The light was projected on the inner wall of the cave. The ancient murals were looming, telling a lost legend.
The air became colder as they went deeper into the cave, until they came to a stone chamber with an ancient stone platform in the center. On it lay a glowing green jade pendant, which was one of the antiques they were looking for.
"Found it!" Liu Piaoxue exclaimed softly, but her voice was quickly interrupted by a sudden cold breath.
"Hmph, I didn't expect you guys to find it. But, if you want to take it away, have you asked about the knife in my hand?" A deep voice echoed in the stone chamber, accompanied by the slow appearance of a man in black. He held a long knife in his hand, his face obscured by shadows, revealing an indomitable domineering aura.
"Who are you? Why are you stopping us?" Shen Muyun asked vigilantly, while tightening the sword in his hand.
"It doesn't matter who I am. What's important is that this jade pendant is related to a huge secret, and it cannot fall into your hands." The man in black approached step by step, the knife flashing, and his murderous intent was revealed.
"It looks like it will be another tough battle." Ren Xiaoyao smiled bitterly, but did not back down. Together with his companions, he faced the unknown challenges.
The battle broke out again, and this time, the opponent's strength was far superior to the previous robbers. The flashing of swords and the shadows of sabers were fatal, and every confrontation shook the stone chamber. However, with their extraordinary wisdom and tacit cooperation, the four gradually gained the upper hand.
Finally, with a perfect coordination, Shen Muyun seized the opportunity and pierced through the black-clothed man's defense with a sword. The long sword fell to the ground, and the winner was decided.
The man in black panted, his eyes full of unwillingness. "You... finally won... but, this jade pendant... you can't solve its secret..."
Before he finished speaking, the man in black turned into a puff of black smoke and disappeared into the air, leaving only the green jade pendant lying quietly on the ground, emitting an even brighter light.
"No matter what, let's take the jade pendant away first. As for the secret, there is always a way to solve it." Li Xiaoyun bent down to pick up the jade pendant and looked at it carefully.
"Yes, as long as we are together, nothing is impossible." Liu Piaoxue smiled gently. Her smile was like the warm spring sun, dispelling all the haze.
The four of them stepped out of the stone chamber, and the world outside was still full of stars. They knew that this was just the beginning, and the road ahead was still long, but as long as they had justice in their hearts, light would always guide them forward.
"Let's go, friends. No matter how difficult the road ahead is, having you by our side is the best scenery." Shen Muyun said, and took the first step. The others smiled at each other and followed closely.
The road ahead is long, but the heroes are fearless. They are writing their own legends, and the passion and passion of the heroes will continue to spread at every dawn and night.
"By the way, Brother Shen, what do you think about what the man in black said before he died? What kind of secret is hidden behind this jade pendant?" Li Xiaoyun asked as he walked, his brows revealing curiosity and a hint of worry.
Shen Muyun shook his head. "Whether it's a secret or a mystery, since ancient times, the stories that have attracted countless heroes are often those that have been forgotten by history. Now that we are involved, we can only unveil it step by step."
"That's true, but I'm more concerned about the man in black saying 'you can't solve its secret'. It sounds like a challenge." Ren Xiaoyao interrupted, eager to try, "I really want to know if there is anything in this world that we can't solve."
Liu Piaoxue chuckled, "Xiaoyao, your confidence is always so contagious. But no matter what, we have to find a safe place first and study this jade pendant carefully."
The four of them quickened their pace and found a hidden cave to temporarily stay in. In the cave, Li Xiaoyun lit a fire, and the warm firelight illuminated everyone's face, and also reflected the green jade pendant, which seemed to be even more mysterious under the firelight.
"Look at the patterns on this jade pendant. It seems to be similar to a totem recorded in ancient books. It is said that it can guide people to find hidden treasures or lost martial arts." Shen Muyun observed carefully, his fingers gently stroking the smooth surface.
"Treasure? Martial arts? Haha, if I can learn some unique martial arts, I will make a fortune!" Ren Xiaoyao said excitedly, with anticipation gleaming in his eyes.
Liu Piaoxue took the green jade pendant from Shen Muyun, closed her eyes and concentrated, as if she was feeling something. "This jade pendant seems to contain an ancient energy, warm and familiar, as if it is guiding us to somewhere."
"In that case, let's follow this feeling and see where it takes us." Li Xiaoyun stood up with a determined look, as if he was ready to embark on the journey again.
So, according to the guidance of the jade pendant, the four of them once again embarked on an unknown journey. Along the way, they encountered more challenges, including the harsh environment of nature and the obstruction of other martial artists, but every time, they relied on wisdom and courage to overcome the danger.
Finally, on a moonless night, the jade pendant led them to a hidden valley. In the valley, clouds and mists lingered, and the fragrance of flowers filled the air, like a fairyland on earth. In the deepest part of the valley, an ancient altar stood quietly, and the jade pendant fit perfectly into the groove on the altar.
When the jade pendant was placed in the correct position, the whole valley shook and a dazzling light flashed across the sky, revealing an ancient secret hidden in the world - a set of long-lost advanced martial arts.
"It seems that we really found it." Shen Muyun was filled with emotion. Looking at the martial arts secrets that appeared before him, his heart was filled with indescribable excitement.
"This is not just martial arts, it is also the wisdom and strength left by our predecessors. It is our responsibility to protect this world." Li Xiaoyun's words were full of a sense of responsibility.
"Haha, no matter how you put it, we got a big bargain this time!" Ren Xiaoyao laughed heartily. He was looking forward to the powerful martial arts he was about to obtain.
"Whether it is a blessing or a curse depends on how we use it." Liu Piaoxue reminded. She knew very well that the greater the power, the greater the responsibility.
Under the witness of the moonlight, the four of them studied the lost martial arts together, and their friendship and faith became stronger in the process of tempering. And because of their existence, the world of martial arts has become more just and bright.
The story continues, and their legend will become a tale passed down from generation to generation, inspiring generation after generation of martial arts dreamers to forge ahead and explore their own martial arts path.
"Okay, now let's each start practicing according to the secret book." Shen Muyun opened the ancient secret book. The first page was a set of internal skills. The words seemed to contain endless mysteries and power.
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