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"What's wrong?" Liu Feng asked.

"This is an ancient prophecy, mentioning something even more important." Xiaomei took a deep breath. "Our mission is not over yet..."

"What important thing is it?" Zhao De asked, frowning.

"The prophecy says that we must find the legendary sacred artifact in order to truly fulfill our mission." Xiaomei looked at everyone, her eyes shining with determination.

“Then let’s keep going until we find it,” Zhao De said firmly.

“That’s right,” Zhao De nodded in agreement. “We still have a long way to go.”

As soon as Zhao De finished speaking, the atmosphere in the palace became even more tense. Zhao De stepped forward and looked at the parchment in Xiao Mei's hand: "What exactly is this sacred artifact? Are there any specific clues on it?"

Xiaomei handed him the parchment, pointing to the text on it: "The sacred artifact mentioned here is said to be a treasure with incredible power, but there is no detailed description of what it looks like or what its functions are. The only clue is that it is hidden at the 'end of the world'."

Liu Feng scratched his head: "The end of the world? That sounds like a riddle! How do we find that place?"

Zhao De patted him on the shoulder: "There's always a way. Haven't we gone through a lot of difficulties before, and we always managed to overcome them?"

Seeing this, the old man slowly spoke, "Young man, courage is a good thing, but courage alone is not enough. Sacred artifacts are not so easy to find. I have some knowledge about this topic that I can share with you, if you are willing to listen..."

Everyone looked at the old man, their eyes filled with anticipation.

"Of course I'm willing!" Zhao De said eagerly.

The old man nodded, his gaze profound: "Legend has it that the end of the world is not a real geographical corner, but a metaphor. You will need to pass through layers of trials and tribulations to reach your destination. Along the way, you will encounter various difficulties and challenges, and even inner struggles."

Upon hearing this, everyone fell into a brief silence. After a moment, Xiaomei asked softly, "Could you tell us specifically how to do it? Even just a little hint would be helpful."

The old man chuckled: “Alright, I can give you the first guidance. Legend has it that on the road to the ‘End of the World’ there is a place called the ‘Land of Oblivion,’ where the key to unlocking the path to the true treasure is hidden. But this place is extremely dangerous, and even powerful cultivators do not venture there lightly.”

Upon hearing this, Zhao De immediately straightened his chest: "No matter how great the risk, we are willing to try."

Chapter 1399 Gift

Chapter 1399 The Gift.

Liu Feng nodded in agreement: "That's right! We've been through so much together, a little more trouble won't be a big deal."

Just as they were about to continue their in-depth discussion of the plan, the entire palace suddenly began to tremble. Then, a voice came from all directions: "Brave children, prepare yourselves. You have obtained the way to the 'Land of Oblivion.' Now, accept the final trial—the baptism of the soul."

As the words fell, a warm and powerful energy descended from the sky, enveloping everyone. They felt an unprecedented peace and tranquility; all the pain, confusion, and even fear they had experienced in the past were purified in that moment.

A few minutes later, the light gradually faded, and everyone felt as if they had been reborn. "What... happened?" Zhao De asked, puzzled.

"It seems this is a gift from the last guardian," Zhao De smiled, "making our hearts even stronger."

Xiaomei nodded gently, then looked at her companions: "Alright, everyone. Now nothing can stop us from moving forward, right?"

"That's right!" the crowd answered loudly, their eyes filled with unwavering determination and conviction.

"Let's go!" Zhao De shouted, "Let's head towards the unknown ends of the world!"

Just as they were about to leave, a strange fluctuation suddenly caused the entire palace to shake violently, and the ground cracked open again...

"Wait!" Zhao De called out to everyone, "Is this going to be another new test?"

Liu Feng looked back at the crack, a hint of unease flashing in his eyes: "This palace always seems to have all sorts of trials waiting for us."

Zhao De clenched his fist and said firmly, "Whatever it is, we have to face it. We have already obtained the way to the 'Land of Oblivion,' and we can't delay here any longer."

Xiaomei nodded, her eyes sharp: "Yes, we can't be scared off. Everyone get ready and stay alert."

The old man walked up to them and slowly said, "Young people, I am gratified by your courage and determination. But remember, true strength comes from within. You need to believe in each other and believe in yourselves."

Everyone responded in unison: "Yes!"

Suddenly, a deep voice came from the crack: "Brave children, this is the real test after a spiritual baptism. If you can pass through this door, you will be one step closer to the 'end of the world'."

"A door?" Zhao De looked at the crack in confusion, only to see a beam of light emerge from it and gradually condense into an ancient stone door.

"Let's go, nothing can stop us." Zhao De led the way to the stone gate and pushed it open.

A powerful current of air surged out from the doorway, carrying a strange aura. They stepped inside, and the scene before them instantly changed, as if they had entered a completely new world. A thin mist shrouded the area, and distant, faintly visible buildings emitted a soft, eerie glow.

"Is this the 'Land of Oblivion'?" Liu Feng asked curiously.

The old man shook his head: "No, this is just an entrance. The real 'Forgotten Land' is much more hidden. We need to find it to obtain the key."

Zhao De looked up at the sky, his brow furrowed: "The environment here is unsettling; we need to be careful."

Zhao De looked around and spotted a winding path leading into the darkness in the distance. "It seems we have no choice but to follow this path. Everyone, follow me."

They continued along the path, the surrounding scenery becoming increasingly eerie. Suddenly, a huge monster burst out of the bushes beside them, letting out a deafening roar.

"Watch out!" Zhao De shouted, a flash of light appearing in his hand as a longsword materialized. His companions reacted quickly, drawing their own weapons.

The monster swung its enormous claws and lunged at Liu Feng, who was closest to it. Liu Feng swiftly dodged, and at the same time, the blade in his hand sliced ​​through the monster's claws, leaving a deep wound.

"This guy is strong, we need to team up," Zhao De shouted a reminder.

Zhao De and Xiao Mei immediately joined the battle, each unleashing their unique skills and engaging in a fierce clash with the monster. For a moment, the sound of metal clashing echoed continuously in the air.

After a fierce battle, the monster finally collapsed, but everyone was exhausted. Xiaomei, panting softly, looked at Zhao De: "Can we continue?"

Zhao De gritted his teeth and said resolutely, "Of course, we can't stop here. Let's rest for a bit and then continue on our way."

The group nodded, and after a short rest, they resumed their journey. They passed through a dark forest, crossed steep mountains, and finally arrived at a wide-open plain.

Just then, the ground suddenly shook violently, and a voice rang in their ears: "Congratulations, you have passed the first test. Now, accept the second test."

As the words fell, countless phantoms appeared from all directions, each seemingly a mirror image of them. These phantoms began to attack them, each possessing the same skills as them.

"Are these all our reflections?" Zhao De asked in surprise.

"Don't be afraid, concentrate, and distinguish between what's real and what's fake," Zhao De shouted a reminder.

They quickly went into battle mode, every movement becoming extremely cautious. After a hard-fought battle, they finally defeated all the mirror images.

After the battle, they stood there, their clothes soaked with sweat, but their eyes shone with the light of victory.

"We did it!" Xiaomei said excitedly.

Zhao De nodded and looked ahead: "But this is just the beginning. The real test is yet to come, and we must continue to move forward."

Just as they were preparing to continue, a voice suddenly came from not far away: "You have passed my test, but the real challenge has just begun. Welcome to the core area of ​​the 'Forgotten Land'."

Everyone turned to look, and saw a mysterious figure slowly walking out, his eyes filled with unfathomable power.

"Who are you?" Zhao De asked.

The mysterious figure smiled slightly: "I am the guardian of the 'Forgotten Lands.' Do you want to know how to find the sacred artifact?"

Everyone held their breath, waiting for the guardian's answer.

The mysterious man spoke slowly: "Follow me, and everything will be revealed. But remember, the road ahead is full of thorns, so be careful with every step."

Zhao De stared intently at the mysterious man, his heart filled with doubt and wariness. He asked, "Why do you want to help us? How can we trust you?"

Chapter 1400 The Only Entrance to the Core Area

Chapter 1400 The Only Entrance to the Core Area

The guardian smiled slightly, his eyes seemingly sparkling with starlight: "I don't need your trust, I only need you to have enough courage and determination to face the challenges ahead. Sacred artifacts are not easily obtained; only those who truly deserve them can receive guidance."

Xiao Mei frowned and interjected, "You mean we have to go through many trials?"

The guardian nodded and said slowly, "Yes, every trial tests your heart, strength, and wisdom. And you have proven your courage and ability to work as a team. Now, it's time to face an even greater challenge."

The old man stepped forward, his gaze steady: "We are ready, please lead the way."

The guardian nodded, then turned and walked down a dark path. The group exchanged glances and followed him, embarking on an unknown journey.

They walked through a dense forest, shrouded in thick mist. The trees were tall and dense, their branches blocking out the sun, with only sparse rays filtering through the treetops. Suddenly, a gust of wind blew by, rustling the leaves as if telling ancient stories.

"This place feels very unusual," Liu Feng said in a low voice, gripping the hilt of his knife tightly.

Zhao De looked back at his teammates and said firmly, "Stay vigilant and be ready to deal with any emergencies."

Just then, a faint green light flashed in the distance and rapidly approached. Everyone immediately went on alert, drawing their weapons in preparation for battle.

"What is that?" Xiaomei asked nervously.

The guardian calmly replied, "Those are the guardian spirits of the 'Forgotten Lands.' They protect this land and do not allow any outsiders to easily enter the core area."

As the green light drew closer, everyone could see that it was a group of small creatures of various shapes and sizes. They had transparent wings and glowing bodies, which looked particularly beautiful in the night.

"They mean no harm, and as long as we don't invade their territory, there will be no conflict," the guardian reminded.

The group breathed a sigh of relief and carefully bypassed the guardian spirits, continuing their journey. After passing through the dense forest, they came to a huge cave with a faint purple light emanating from its entrance.

"This is the only entrance to the core area of ​​the 'Forgotten Lands'," the guardian said. "But it is fraught with danger, and a moment's carelessness can plunge you into endless darkness."

Zhao De took a deep breath, looked towards the cave entrance, and said firmly, "We have no way back, we can only move forward."

The guardian nodded approvingly: "Very good. Remember, true courage is remaining steadfast in the face of fear."

After speaking, the guardian stepped into the cave first, followed closely by the others. The cave was pitch black, with only a narrow stone path winding downwards, as if leading to an abyss of hell.

"It's so dark here, I can't see the road ahead," Liu Feng said in a low voice.

Zhao De took out a luminous pearl and illuminated the surroundings, allowing everyone to finally see the road ahead with barely any light. A strange aura permeated the air, making everyone feel uneasy.

"Be careful, this place may be full of traps," the old man warned.