bestfiction Chapter 149 is somewhat unusual.
Chapter 149 is somewhat unusual.
On the winding, secluded paths of Lingxu Valley, the group, filled with awe and anticipation, slowly made their way deeper into the valley.
The surrounding spiritual energy, like a light veil or mist, grew increasingly dense, swirling around one's body in wisps, yet also releasing an invisible, profound, and oppressive aura, as if an ancient taboo was silently warning the newcomer.
With her upright posture and firm steps, Xi Xi walked at the very front of the group like a guiding star.
In her bright eyes, a burning conviction blazed like a flame. In her mind, it was as if a palace of wisdom was repeatedly deducing the upcoming rigorous test and the intricate steps of power fusion. Every detail and every possibility was carefully considered by her.
Upon arriving at an area shrouded in thick fog, as if veiled by a light gauze, the faint sound of flowing water could be heard ahead, like celestial music humming in the silence. Everyone knew that this was the hidden place of the spiritual spring.
However, the spirits guarding this sacred place seemed to sense the intrusion of the uninvited guests. In an instant, a deep and powerful roar resounded like thunder in the valley. The sound contained endless majesty, as if solemnly declaring that this place was sacred and inviolable, and strictly forbidding anyone from setting foot here without permission.
Seeing this, the old man's expression turned solemn. He quickly stepped forward, respectfully clasped his hands together in front of his chest, and slightly bent his waist. His tone was full of reverence and sincerity: "We have come here today without any intention of disrespect or offense. The world is shrouded in a terrible crisis, as if the night is about to swallow the day. We only hope to use the power of the spiritual spring to dispel this endless gloom and restore light and peace to the world. We hope that the spirit will have mercy and grant us leniency."
After speaking, the old man bowed his head and stood quietly, his attitude extremely devout.
But the guardian spirit seemed to have a heart of stone, offering no response to the old man's pleas and remaining unmoved.
Suddenly, the mist seemed to be torn apart by a pair of invisible hands, and several extraordinary divine beasts rushed out from it.
They are agile and graceful, like a Qilin descending to earth, with a deep blue light around them, just like mysterious stars twinkling in the deep night sky.
The divine beasts' eyes were like lightning, as if they could pierce through souls, locking onto the crowd. Their hooves dug incessantly into the ground, and dust and sand flew everywhere. The intense fighting spirit spread like a surging tide, and a fierce battle seemed imminent.
Seeing this, Xixi showed no fear. Her small figure stepped forward and resolutely stood in front of everyone.
She slowly closed her eyes, mobilizing the spiritual power within her body, attempting to build a bridge to communicate with the divine beast.
Her spiritual thoughts flowed like a lively stream, conveying to the divine beasts without reservation her origins, her sincere intentions in coming here, and her grand mission to save the world.
The mythical beasts seemed to be touched; a slight ripple flickered in their originally cold and sharp eyes. However, their vigilance remained as firm as a fortress in their hearts.
One of the mythical beasts, large in size and imposing in appearance, slowly approached Xixi with majestic steps.
With each step it took, the ground seemed to tremble slightly, and the hot white breath exhaled from its nostrils swirled around Xixi like mist.
It moved closer to Xixi, sniffing carefully, its warm breath brushing against Xixi's skin, as if searching for the truth of her soul.
Ye Yu and the others were on edge, their hands gripping their weapons tightly, their knuckles turning white, and beads of sweat forming on their foreheads. Their eyes were fixed on the scene before them, their muscles taut as if on a string, ready to deal with any danger that might erupt at any moment.
Ning Yuyuan, standing to the side, lowered her voice and murmured nervously, "May the divine beast see through Xixi's good intentions, otherwise, today's fierce battle will surely result in a river of blood."
At this critical moment, when the atmosphere was so tense it was suffocating, the mythical beast that had approached Xixi suddenly lowered its head and gently touched Xixi's hand with its horn, which contained mysterious and ancient power.
This seemingly gentle touch was like a ray of peaceful dawn, dispelling the pervasive clouds of tension.
Seeing this, the other divine beasts also put aside their hostility and slowly retreated, making way for the path to the spiritual spring.
The tension in everyone's hearts finally eased, and they breathed a sigh of relief. Filled with gratitude and anticipation, they hurried toward the sacred spring.
Around the spiritual spring, strange crystals are scattered about, like dazzling gems born from the earth, refracting a dreamlike, colorful light in the hazy light.
The spring water is crystal clear, like a mirror, reflecting the sky and the surrounding scenery. However, beneath the calm surface, one can faintly sense a powerful and terrifying energy surging, like a giant beast that has been sleeping for thousands of years awakening and about to unleash its earth-shattering power.
Xi Xi stood by the spring, her expression solemn and dignified, and began to set up the ceremony according to the mysterious revelations contained in the ancient runes.
Her hands danced gracefully in the air, as if painting a masterpiece, with mysterious trajectories shimmering in the air.
This arrangement...
Chen Xiao stood to the side, his brows furrowed slightly, a question lingering in his mind. The movement was unfamiliar yet filled with an unknown sense of power.
Xi Xi was immersed in the preparations for the ceremony, her mind focused and still intently carving intricate and orderly formations on the ground.
The lines of the formation seemed to have a life of their own, winding and intertwining, as if telling an ancient story.
Yin Yuyao and the others gathered around, working together to slowly inject their inner energy into the formation.
Their palms shimmered with various colors of light, which flowed down their arms into the formation. As the power was injected, the lines in the formation gradually brightened, like awakened sprites leaping joyfully. The stability of the entire formation also became more and more solid under the support of this power.
The old man stood quietly to one side like an ancient guardian deity, his eyes sharp and vigilant, scanning the surroundings, not missing any corner that might be lurking with danger.
Once everything was ready, Xixi took a deep breath and slowly stepped into the spiritual spring, causing ripples to spread across the water.
Her hands moved swiftly, changing hand seals like lightning, as she began to guide the vast and boundless power of the spiritual spring, fusing and purifying it with her own and the fake S's power.
In an instant, the energy of the spiritual spring surged forth like a rushing river, converging on Xixi and tightly enveloping her body.
Her body was enveloped in a dazzling light, as bright as the blazing sun, so dazzling that it was impossible to look directly at her.
Xi Xi closed her eyes tightly, trying her best to control this powerful, almost out-of-control force. Her forehead was covered with fine beads of sweat, her jaw was clenched, and every muscle was straining. She silently prayed that the ritual would be completed smoothly, completely eliminating the crisis brought about by the fake S and allowing the world to return to peace and tranquility.
The energy in the spiritual spring was like a raging torrent, wave after wave, relentlessly assaulting Xi Xi's body and consciousness.
Her body trembled slightly, like a leaf falling in the wind, yet she stood stubbornly in the storm of energy.
She gritted her teeth, veins bulging on her forehead, blood vessels winding beneath her skin like small blue snakes. Each impact caused her excruciating pain, yet she steadfastly held onto her inner beliefs, doing her utmost to maintain this arduous and extraordinary process of fusion and purification.
As time slowly passed, Xi Xi gradually felt powerless. The power was too strong and violent, as if it wanted to tear her soul from her body. Her consciousness began to blur, as if she were on the edge of a dark abyss.
Chen Xiao immediately noticed Xi Xi's predicament from outside the formation. A resolute determination welled up in her heart, and she transferred her remaining power to her without hesitation.
She stretched her hands forward, her palms shimmering with a faint yet resolute light that extended towards Xixi like threads.
At the same time, she shouted, "Xixi, hang in there, we are with you!"
The sound echoed through the valley, full of power and encouragement.
Seeing this, the others followed suit, each mobilizing their own power. In an instant, multicolored light gathered around Xixi like a rainbow, weaving a magnificent and hopeful light screen to protect Xixi from the energy impact.
With everyone's concerted support, Xi Xi seemed to see a beacon of hope in the darkness and regained her composure.
Her consciousness delved into the core of the power, attempting to unravel the chaotic and tangled forces of good and evil.
The evil power of the fake S was like a black vine, winding and twisting, tightly binding her protective power. Each peeling was accompanied by excruciating pain, as if a thousand needles were piercing her soul, almost making her faint.
Suddenly, a wave of dark power surged from the bottom of the spring like a demon's giant claw, instantly transforming into a huge black vortex. The vortex seemed to be a gateway to an abyss of endless darkness, attempting to completely devour Xixi.
This is the remnant of the defiant will of the fake S, which, even in its desperate situation, is unwilling to be purified and merged, and attempts to make a final, death-defying struggle.
Xi Xi showed no sign of backing down; a firm belief burned within her.
She quickly mobilized the power of the spiritual spring, her hands moving rapidly in front of her chest to draw mysterious runes. The runes shimmered with golden light, instantly forming an indestructible light shield in front of her.
The light shield emitted a soft yet powerful glow, keeping the dark vortex at bay.
At the same time, she transformed her divine consciousness into an incomparably sharp blade, as if it could cleave the sky, and plunged into the vortex without hesitation.
In the midst of the fierce battle, Xi Xi's consciousness seemed to traverse the long river of time and space, witnessing the scene at the very beginning of the birth of the fake S.
It was a momentary lapse of judgment by the supreme deity, a slight imbalance like a scale, that led to a chaotic intertwining of good and evil, which in turn triggered a flood of subsequent calamities.
A deep sense of compassion welled up in her heart, a feeling that flowed like a warm current, making her even more determined to completely correct all of this.
After a long and arduous tug-of-war, Xi Xi finally managed to separate the last trace of evil power from her protective force through her tenacious perseverance and unwavering faith.
Then, she began the fusion process.
The light in the spiritual spring, which was initially chaotic and disordered, like the surface of the sea in a storm, gradually became pure and bright, like a dazzling star shining in the valley. The light illuminated the entire Spirit Void Valley and dispelled all the gloom and darkness.
After the fusion was completed, Xi Xi slowly rose from the spiritual spring. Her aura was like fine wine that had been aged by time, becoming more mellow and powerful. Her eyes were clear and peaceful, as if she had experienced a rebirth, washing away all the superficiality, leaving only her pure heart and belief in protecting the world.
Everyone rushed forward, their faces full of joy and concern.
Xi Xi looked at them, a slight smile playing on her lips, as warm as a spring breeze. She said softly, "It's all over. The world will no longer be in chaos, and I will protect this land with a completely new attitude."
After hearing this, Chen Xiao felt even more that something was wrong with Xi Xi.
Ever since Xixi descended from the sky in the south, she has always had a serene and otherworldly appearance, like a fairy who is untouched by worldly affairs.
During this time together, Xixi has been calm and composed, always able to remain calm and handle things on her own when faced with danger, which is truly admirable.
However, the Xi Xi she remembered was not like this.
Seeing her acting so strangely, Chen Xiao became wary in his heart, but on the surface he remained calm and composed.
At this moment, no one noticed anything unusual about Xi Xi. They still felt gratified and awe as they escorted her slowly away from the spiritual spring.
At this moment, Lingxu Valley underwent some subtle changes due to the intense fluctuations in power.
The flowers and plants in the valley seemed to have been infused with new life, their leaves even greener and their blossoms even more vibrant, swaying gently in the breeze as if joyfully celebrating the end of the crisis.
The air was filled with a fresh and peaceful atmosphere, like a pure fairyland after purification, making people feel intoxicated.
The old man looked at Xixi with eyes full of approval: "Young friend, now that you have resolved this calamity, you will surely shoulder greater responsibilities in the future. The balance of this world still needs you to protect it."
Xi Xi bowed respectfully to the old man: "Thank you for your help, senior. Without the opportunity of Lingxu Valley and your guidance, I am afraid I would not have been able to succeed."
On the way back, Chen Xiao couldn't suppress his doubts and kept asking Xi Xi about her feelings and changes after the fusion.
After a moment's thought, Xi Xi said, "I can now clearly perceive the flow of good and evil in the world, as if I have a map of good and evil in my heart. Every fluctuation of good and evil cannot escape my perception. I also understand that the mission given to me by the God of God is not accidental, but a destined journey. Although the fake S has been purified, the root of evil may still be lurking in the shadows, like a venomous snake hiding in the shadows, which may come out of its hole again to hurt people at any time. We must not be careless."
Chen Xiao hesitated for a moment before nodding in agreement: "So what should we do next? Should we continue to search for the source of evil, as if searching for the hidden lair of demons in the darkness, or should we first consolidate the existing peace, like building a strong city wall to resist unknown dangers?"
Xi Xi looked up into the distance, her gaze as firm as a rock, as if she could pierce through the fog and see the future: "I need to return to the Yuan Realm first, inform the Supreme God of this matter, and then we can discuss countermeasures together. There may be more ancient books and wisdom in the Yuan Realm that can guide us."
Upon hearing this, Chen Xiao fell silent and did not reply.
The moment everyone stepped out of Lingxu Valley, a strange light shot up from within the valley and soared into the sky.
The light resembled a golden dragon, swirling and dancing in the sky, a declaration of victory, proclaiming to the world that the crisis was over, and seemingly foreshadowing the beginning of a new journey. No one could know how many unknowns and challenges this journey would be filled with.