Chapter 1096
There's a response!
“Yunmeng, look at the arrangement of these runes. It seems to be related to the power of the five elements,” a scholar said, pointing to the runes on the Heavenly Stele.
After listening, Yunmeng focused her attention and observed carefully, her eyes gleaming with wisdom: "Indeed, the arrangement of these runes does contain the mysteries of the Five Elements. Perhaps we can try to inject the power of the Five Elements into the Heavenly Stele and see if we can make any discoveries."
Having said that, Yunmeng circulated her cultivation technique, transforming her immortal power into the power of the five elements, which she then poured into the Heavenly Stele. As the power of the five elements was poured in, the runes on the Heavenly Stele began to flicker, emitting a dazzling light.
"There's a response!" everyone exclaimed, their eyes filled with excitement and anticipation.
Seeing this, Yunmeng was overjoyed. She continued to channel the power of the Five Elements, attempting to fully activate the runes on the Heavenly Stele. However, although the runes on the Heavenly Stele reacted, they were not completely activated.
“It seems we need more power,” Yunmeng said after a moment of contemplation. “Perhaps we can try to unite the power of more people to jointly activate the Heavenly Stele.”
Upon hearing this, everyone nodded in agreement. They began contacting other cultivators, hoping to gather everyone's strength to uncover the secrets of the Heavenly Stele.
Meanwhile, on the defensive line in the valley, Li Qing was leading a group of people to set up an array. Their figures moved back and forth in the valley, busy but orderly.
"Li Qing, how do you think this formation should be arranged?" a cultivator asked, pointing to the blueprints on the ground.
After listening, Li Qing examined the formation closely, his eyes gleaming with wisdom: "This formation is well set up, but it can be strengthened further. We can set up a maze here to disorient the enemy."
After speaking, Li Qing began to set up the maze array. His fingers flew as he embedded array stones into the ground. As the stones were embedded, the runes on the ground began to flicker, emitting a mesmerizing light.
"Alright, this maze should delay the enemy for a while," Li Qing said with satisfaction, wiping the sweat from his brow.
Everyone nodded in agreement. They continued their work, reinforcing the valley's defenses.
Meanwhile, high in the valley, Feng Wu was circling. Her gaze was sharp as an eagle's, constantly alert to any movement around her. Her fiery wings fluttered gently, as if ready to respond to any unexpected situation.
"Feng Wu, have you noticed anything unusual?" Yun Meng's voice suddenly rang in Feng Wu's ear.
After listening, Feng Wu carefully examined her surroundings and replied, "We haven't found anything unusual yet. But I always feel that a mysterious force is watching us from the shadows."
"A mysterious power?" Yunmeng frowned slightly upon hearing this. "Could it be a subordinate of the Celestial King?"
"We can't rule out that possibility," Feng Wu said in a deep voice. "We must remain vigilant at all times to avoid being ambushed by the enemy."
Yunmeng nodded in agreement after hearing this. She continued her work, trying to uncover the secrets of the Heavenly Stele.
"Yunmeng, do you think it's too risky for us to split up like this?" Fengwu's voice carried a hint of worry. "Perhaps we should concentrate our efforts and study the Heavenly Stele together." Yunmeng smiled slightly and said, "Fengwu, I understand your concerns. But the secrets of the Heavenly Stele are too vast, and the strength of each of us is indispensable. Splitting up is also to explore from different angles, which may lead to more discoveries."
“Moreover,” Yunmeng paused, then continued, “we are not alone. Yang Ling and Long Xuan are trying to communicate with the Heavenly Stele at the bronze bell, while Li Qing is setting up a defensive formation to protect us. We are all working hard to uncover the secrets of the Heavenly Stele.”
After listening, Feng Wu nodded and said, "You're right, we all have our own missions. I will continue to keep watch in the air and protect everyone's safety."
"Okay, thank you for your hard work," Yunmeng said gratefully. "If we find anything, I will let you know immediately."
"Yes, me too," Feng Wu replied, then spread her wings and flew away again to continue her vigilance mission.
Meanwhile, Yang Ling and Long Xuan continued their efforts before the bronze bell. They continuously poured their immortal power into the bell, attempting to establish a deeper connection with the Heavenly Stele.
"Long Xuan, do you think we can really find the power to fight against the Immortal King by doing this?" Yang Ling's voice carried a hint of uncertainty.
Long Xuan replied firmly, "I believe that as long as we persevere, we will definitely find it. The secret of the Heavenly Stele is the key to our fight against the Immortal King."
"Yang Ling, look at the runes on that bronze bell. They seem to have changed again." Long Xuan suddenly pointed to the runes flowing on the surface of the bronze bell, his brows furrowed, and his eyes gleaming with a look of inquiry. His fingers gently traced the ancient runes, as if trying to decipher their mysteries.
Upon hearing this, Yang Ling also focused his attention and observed closely. He saw that the runes, under the influence of immortal power, seemed to come alive, constantly changing their shapes and emitting an ancient and mysterious aura. "The changes in these runes seem to be related to the infusion of our immortal power. Perhaps they are responding to our call, trying to reveal more secrets to us."
“That’s right, I feel the same way.” Long Xuan nodded, his eyes flashing with determination and persistence. “Let’s continue to inject immortal power and see if we can further activate these runes and establish a deeper connection with the Heavenly Stele.”
Having said that, the two once again circulated their cultivation techniques, pouring all their immortal power into the bronze bell. The bronze bell immediately emitted an even more melodious ringing, the sound like celestial music, refreshing the mind and spirit, as if it could cleanse the dust from one's soul.
As immortal power was continuously poured in, the runes on the bronze bell began to flash wildly, emitting a dazzling light. Those lights intertwined in the air to form mysterious patterns, as if to reveal all the mysteries of the world.
"Open!" Yang Ling and Long Xuan shouted in unison, their voices like thunder, shaking the valley. The bronze bell trembled violently, and an even thicker beam of light shot into the sky, illuminating the heavens.
After the beam of light dissipated, an ancient and mysterious sound emanated from the bronze bell once again. The sound seemed to transcend the boundaries of time and space, drawing Yang Ling and Long Xuan's minds into an even more profound world.
In that world, they witnessed a more detailed account of the origins of the Heavenly Stele, the more profound changes in the cultivation world, and the more glorious rise and tragic fall of countless powerful figures. The ancient and mysterious aura also grew stronger, as if the slumbering ancient being—the Immortal King—was gradually awakening.
"The secrets of the Heavenly Stele are so profound!" Yang Ling exclaimed, his eyes filled with shock and awe. "What we've seen is just the tip of the iceberg; the true secrets lie hidden in even deeper layers." (End of Chapter)