Chapter 657
New Challenges
At that moment, the two unleashed their magical artifacts simultaneously, launching an attack on the demon-like sculpture.
Chen Ze gripped the hilt of the Yin-Yang Sword tightly, his entire body enveloped in a layer of icy aura.
Tian Siyao followed closely behind, the jade sword gleaming in her hand, like a blade formed from moonlight.
"Watch out, its head is starting to turn again!" Tian Siyao gritted her teeth, instantly brandishing her jade sword to draw a complex talisman in the air, and then a water whip, like a water dragon, rushed towards the rotating sculpture.
The sculpture's head slowly turned, emitting a sharp buzzing sound, as if foreshadowing the impending launch of a deadly beam of light.
Just then, Chen Ze used the Yin-Yang Mirror to accurately identify the pattern of the sculpture's attacks.
He was overjoyed and immediately shouted to Tian Siyao, "Now!"
Tian Siyao immediately understood, and a surge of internal energy flowed into the jade sword, directly cutting off the light that was about to be emitted.
Taking advantage of the opportunity, Chen Ze leaped into the air, the Yin-Yang Sword in his hand, like a black and white halo, and slashed directly at a certain part of the sculpture.
With a loud "boom," the Yin-Yang Sword successfully struck the sculpture, briefly halting its movement.
Taking advantage of the opportunity, Tian Siyao used the Mind-Enlightening Mantra in an attempt to break through the sculpture's internal defense mechanism.
"You did a great job, Tian Siyao." After landing, Chen Ze couldn't hide his joy, and his eyes even shone.
Tian Siyao chuckled softly, and the light of the jade sword seemed to shine even brighter. "You too, Chen Ze."
Have we found a way to crack it?
Chen Ze shook his head. "It's not certain yet, but at least we've made progress."
Are you ready? I have a feeling it has even more powerful tricks up its sleeve.
“Then let’s face it together. Anyway, we have no way out.” Tian Siyao gripped the jade sword and stood side by side with Chen Ze.
The sculpture seemed to sense their determination, and the previously interrupted light, like an angry snake, refocused, preparing to launch an even more ferocious attack.
The two exchanged glances, and without needing to say a word, they understood each other's resolve and strategies.
This time, they must go all out, otherwise, there may really be no tomorrow.
"Come on, let's end all this!" Chen Ze's voice was full of determination. The Yin-Yang Sword and the Jade Sword intertwined, releasing a powerful energy that pointed directly at the fearsome and evil-looking demon king statue.
For a moment, the entire space seemed to be so tense about the impending decisive battle that it was almost about to crack open, and every instant was filled with the tense atmosphere of life and death.
After the impact, the entire cave seemed to be filled with an uneasy atmosphere, shaking so much that it felt like the earth itself was trembling.
The demon king statue, which had originally emitted terrifying light and roars, gradually dimmed, as if it had been stripped of its life force.
Just as Chen Ze and Tian Siyao were still searching for clues amidst these changes, a corner of the cave suddenly parted as if it were alive, revealing a small entrance.
"It seems we've found the exit. Perhaps this is the reward for defeating the sculpture," Tian Siyao said softly, holding the jade sword, a hint of relief in her voice.
Chen Ze examined the cave entrance for a moment, then turned to look at Tian Siyao. "Do you think it's safe here?"
He gripped the Yin-Yang Mirror tightly in his hand, as if ready to face any sudden danger at any moment.
Tian Siyao smiled and pointed her jade sword at the stone wall at the cave entrance. "Look there, the patterns on the stone wall all flow in the same direction, as if they are guiding us."
Chen Ze followed her gaze and found that it was indeed the case.
These stone wall patterns are like the code of an ancient civilization, delicately depicting flowing lines that all point to the newly appeared small hole.
"I'll try using the Yin-Yang Mirror." Chen Ze took out the Yin-Yang Mirror and brought it close to the cave entrance. The image in the mirror began to blur, and then slowly became clear.
He saw a peaceful grassland bathed in bright sunlight. Tian Siyao leaned closer and softly recited a few mantras to her eyes while looking in the mirror.
The scene displayed on the Yin-Yang Mirror remained unchanged, which reassured her somewhat.
“It seems like there shouldn’t be any problems. Although it’s not real, there’s nothing wrong with it,” Tian Siyao said.
Chen Ze nodded. "Let's hurry and leave before this force disappears."
The two passed through the small opening and entered a completely new world.
Everything was in stark contrast to the darkness and terror that had just occurred.
Here, sunlight shines on the lush green grass, contrasting beautifully with the blue sky.
Tian Siyao gripped the jade sword tightly, feeling as if the blade itself was bathed in sunlight, becoming even more vibrant.
She turned to look at Chen Ze, her eyes filled with gratitude and admiration.
Through this series of events, the two gained a deeper understanding of each other and cherished this unexpected peace even more.
Just then, Chen Ze's Yin-Yang Mirror suddenly flickered, and then an ominous premonition surged into his heart.
“We’re not out of this yet,” he said in a deep voice, the Yin-Yang mirror in his hand reflecting the dark valley in the distance, where something seemed to be quietly awakening.
"Then let's get ready." Tian Siyao gripped the jade sword tightly, smiled calmly, "No matter what lies ahead, we've faced far more terrifying things before."
As soon as they stepped out of the cave, Chen Ze and Tian Siyao faced a new challenge.
They stood before a massive stone array, each stone inscribed with eerie symbols that seemed to whisper incantations, creating an unsettling atmosphere.
“We must get through this stone formation to continue,” Chen Ze said, gripping the Yin-Yang Mirror tightly in his hand, as if trying to capture any unusual signs.
Tian Siyao gazed at the symbols, then gently took out the jade sword, its blade gleaming faintly in the sunlight.
Is there anything special about these symbols?
Chen Ze glanced at the Yin-Yang Mirror, then shook his head.
“There were no explicit instructions, but I felt that these symbols had special energy fluctuations.”
Just as the two were about to delve deeper into their discussion, a wisp of green smoke suddenly rose from the center of the stone formation, followed by the appearance of a hideous ghost.
Its body gradually transformed, sometimes into a woman with long flowing hair, and sometimes into a ferocious beast.
This ability to deform is chilling.
"Damn it, they came so fast." Chen Ze was secretly alarmed, but he tried his best to remain calm on the surface.
He immediately drew the Qingfeng Sword, and the blade instantly emitted a chilling aura, as if ice and snow covered the entire blade.
Tian Siyao was not to be outdone. She swung her jade sword at the ghost, the tip of the sword drawing a beautiful arc, like pearls falling onto a jade plate.
But the ghost easily evaded her attack, as if it had become one with the air.
"Feel its movements with your heart, don't let it mislead you," Chen Ze said nervously. His Qingfeng sword seemed to sense its master's urgency, and the tip of the sword trembled slightly.
Upon hearing this, Tian Siyao brandished her jade sword while chanting the Mind-Enlightening Mantra, and the sword immediately shone with a bright light.
She knew this was a perfect harmony between the mental cultivation method and the magical artifact. (End of Chapter)