boyutpedia Chapter 156 Sharp Contrast
Chapter 156 Sharp Contrast
On the path of Mude, Ning Yu sat with Ye Yu, immersing themselves in meditation under the Tree of Life.
They seemed to have traveled through time and witnessed the beginning of life and its endless cycle. The magnificent vitality and power of nature flowed slowly through their bodies like a gentle stream.
The light cascading from the Tree of Life, like a golden veil, gently enveloped their bodies, not only healing the wounds left by the battle but also granting them the magical power to manipulate life.
Ning Yu opened her eyes leisurely, and in her hand was a staff woven from vines. The emerald light shimmering on the staff seemed to be telling of the blessings of the Wood element.
"This is a treasure bestowed upon us by Mu De, and it will surely help us overcome the difficulties ahead. Please keep it safe." Ye Yu gazed at the staff, his eyes filled with a glimmer of hope.
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Meanwhile, within the Earthly Array, the shadowy figure keenly sensed the progress of the group along other paths and thus accelerated the setting of traps.
At the core of the array, a dark and deep crystal was quietly placed, like the eye of a demon, greedily devouring the surrounding energy.
If someone accidentally triggers the trap, the endless dark power will engulf them like a surging tide.
"Everything is ready, we just need to wait for them to arrive." A sinister smile curled at the corner of the shadowy figure's mouth.
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At this moment, at the entrance to the Path of Water Virtue, amidst the flashing lights, the faint roar of flowing water could be heard, as if announcing to the world the turbulent currents and crises hidden within.
Chen Xiao and Qian Yi were the first to step out of the Path of Metal Virtue, and they immediately noticed the abnormality of the Path of Water Virtue.
While they were discussing, the other four people also appeared from the Fire Virtue Path and the Wood Virtue Path respectively.
Before anyone could recount their experiences, the unusual activity along the Water Virtue Path intensified, as if it were urgently beckoning them to step inside.
The road to the side, seemingly calm, was permeated with an atmosphere of deathly stillness and melancholy.
The stark contrast served as a warning, and everyone understood that neither path was easy.
Now that there are only two paths left, the six people can no longer continue with the method of dividing into pairs, so they decide to form groups of three.
After careful deliberation, everyone strived for a balanced distribution of resources.
Qian Yi, who is wearing Xi Xi's body, is undoubtedly the strongest among them and shoulders the heavy responsibility of leading Chen Xiao and Yin Yu Yao, who are slightly weaker.
Although Yin Yuyao's strength is inferior to the other three, she possesses an immortal body, a fact that Chen Xiao and Qian are well aware of.
The remaining Chao Yuan, Ye Yu, and Ning Yuyuan naturally formed a group.
Unlike people like Qian Yi from the Yuan Realm, Chao Yuan and Ye Yu are considered the best in the Night Dynasty in this realm.
Xi Xi once mentioned to Chen Xiao that Chao Yuan was the number one expert in this realm, and Ye Yu was only slightly inferior.
As for Ning Yuyuan's strength, none of them fully understood it.
Because the dangers along the way were not extremely severe, and with Qian also by his side, Ning Yuyuan did not need to exert his full strength in many battles, so his true strength was shrouded in mystery.
However, Chen Xiao knew that Ning Yuyuan had once been the host of Qianyi and had lived alone in a mysterious temple for many years, so he must be no ordinary person.
Furthermore, Qian Yi seemed quite reassured about his safety, which must have been for reasons unknown to others.
With the group assignments finalized, the choice between the two paths hinges on a single thought.
Qian carefully examined the two paths and realized that although the Water Virtue Path seemed difficult and dangerous, its fluctuations were not malicious; on the other hand, the Earth Virtue Path seemed calm on the surface, but in reality, it was turbulent and full of hidden dangers.
He had already made up his mind, but he still didn't forget to ask Chen Xiao for his opinion.
Through the connection of Xixi's heart, I whispered in my mind, "I see the path of Earth as more perilous, therefore I wish to choose it. What do you think?"
Without hesitation, Chen Xiao replied, "I also feel that the path of Earth Virtue is fraught with danger. In that case, we should choose the path of Earth Virtue even more. You and I both know Yin Yuyao's situation, and with you by my side on this journey, I feel very at ease."
Having walked side by side for over a month, Qianyi no longer needed to hide anything from Chen Xiao and frankly said, "I do know about Yin Yuyao's matter. When Xixi asked me for help, she explained everyone's situation in detail... and also emphasized Ning Yuyuan."
With the crisis looming, Chen Xiao had no intention of delving into his affair with Ning Yuyuan. Instead, he addressed the group directly, saying, "Then the three of us will choose the Path of Earth Virtue. You must be extremely careful on the Path of Water Virtue and protect yourselves."
After speaking, Ye Yu and Chao Yuan both looked at Chen Xiao with worry, after all, Chen Xiao was the person they were primarily responsible for protecting.
Chen Xiao pulled Qian Yi aside and said to them, "It's alright. You all know Xi Xi. With her protection, I will be safe and sound."
Seeing this, Qian nodded to them.
Back when Chu Yanxi was in power, they had already met Xixi and knew that her origins were mysterious and unpredictable.
Seeing Xixi nod, Chaoyuan and Ye Yu were slightly relieved.
Ning Yuyuan, standing to the side, was thinking of Yin Yuyao.
After Yin Yuyao gently comforted her, Ning Yuyuan turned her gaze to Qian Yi and instructed her, "Xi Xi, you must also be careful."
Qian nodded silently, without saying a word.
Ning Yu hesitated for a moment before finally meeting Chen Xiao's gaze. Chen Xiao tilted his head slightly, his expression carrying a hint of mockery.
Ning Yuyuan was young, and her previous coldness was just a disguise. Recently, she has gradually revealed her true self. Seeing Chen Xiao like this, she was speechless for a moment.
Chen Xiao didn't want to waste any more time, and besides, she had no intention of making things difficult for her, so she spoke first: "Take care of yourself too."
The four simple words, spoken in a calm tone, inexplicably warmed Ning Yuyuan's heart.
She replied softly, "I will, and so will you."
At this point, no one spoke.
Chen Xiao and his two companions were the first to step onto the Path of Earth Virtue, while the other three resolutely followed suit and entered the Path of Water Virtue.
As soon as Chao Yuan and the other two entered the Water Virtue Path, they were struck by a powerful current of water, causing them to stagger.
The surrounding area was shrouded in a curtain of water, with whirlpools as deep as abyss, and sharp ice spikes shooting out of the water from time to time.
Chao Yuan swiftly swung his sword, using his inner force to ignite flames on the blade.
The sword fire and ice spikes collided, producing a hissing sound.
Ye Yu then used the power of wood to generate tough vines, which wove into a dense protective net around him to resist the fierce impact of the water flow.
Ning Yu raised his vine staff high and chanted mysterious incantations, attempting to explore the profound mysteries and inner laws of the Water Virtue Path in order to find a way to traverse it.
Through their tireless efforts, they gradually discovered that the water element of the Water Virtue Path is not merely about attack; it also contains ancient memories and extraordinary wisdom.
So they calmed their minds and tried to communicate and merge with the water element.
After several twists and turns, the attack of the water gradually subsided, and a passage shimmering with blue light slowly emerged in front of them, like a door of hope leading to the depths.
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On the other side, Chen Xiao and his two companions stepped into the Earth Virtue Formation and immediately felt a sense of oppression wash over them.
The earth beneath their feet seemed to possess sentience, occasionally reaching out muddy hands, attempting to capture them.
Yin Yuyao reacted quickly, throwing out a talisman that landed precisely on the muddy hand, instantly shattering it into pieces.
Chen Xiao infused his weapon with the power of metal and slammed it into the ground. The powerful force shattered a large area of mud.
Qian Yi activated his spiritual senses, using all his strength to perceive the layout and hidden locations of the traps. He discovered that the energy flow here was extremely strange, as if all rivers were flowing into the sea, with all the energy rushing and converging towards the dark crystal at the core of the array.
Guided by Qian Yi, Chen Xiao and Yin Yuyao walked hand in hand, carefully bypassing the traps and slowly approaching the array eye where the dark figure was located.
However, the shadowy figure was no ordinary being. Sensing their approach, it manipulated the dark crystal to unleash beams of dark light.
Wherever the rays passed, the land cracked and crumbled, and space was distorted and deformed.
Chen Xiao showed no fear and bravely took the lead, using the power of metal to directly confront the dark ray. Yin Yuyao and Qian Yi provided full support from the rear, waiting for an opportunity to deliver a fatal blow to the crystal.