sbdcsierra Chapter 237 New clues
Chapter 237 New clues
Ling Xuan and Yun Mengting trudged along the winding mountain path, their footsteps deep and shallow, their goal being to find the reclusive master. The path was incredibly difficult, littered with thorns and potholes, and it was easy to sprain your ankle. All around them was silence, with only the sounds of their footsteps and breathing.
Yun Mengting clutched the jade pendant Su Ran had given her tightly in her hand, feeling a little uneasy. She said to Ling Xuan, "Ling Lang, do you think this expert can really help us figure out that conspiracy group? We're so deep in the mountains, and we don't know what's going on. I'm always feeling uneasy."
As for Ling Xuan, although he was a prince, he didn't act arrogant at all. He even comforted Yun Mengting and said, "Ting'er, don't be afraid. Now that you're here, there's nothing to be afraid of."
The token Su Ran gave me must be reliable. No matter how much trouble we face, we must give it a try. In order to understand this conspiracy and protect our country and its people, I will never be a coward.
After walking for a long time, we finally saw a dilapidated hut in the innermost part of the forest.
The hut was surrounded by emerald green bamboos and a clear stream flowed beside it, making it look like a fairyland in a painting. However, this place also exuded a sense of majesty that made people dare not breathe loudly.
Ling Xuan walked forward, knocked politely on the wooden door, and said loudly: "Juniors Ling Xuan and Yun Mengting are here to pay their respects to you, Senior. Please open the door."
After waiting for a long time, no one answered. Just as I was about to knock again, a deep voice came out: "Who are you? Why are you disturbing my peace?"
Ling Xuan quickly replied: "Senior, we are here on behalf of a friend. We have a token to show you." After that, he stuffed the jade pendant through the crack in the door.
After a while, the wooden door slowly opened, and a skinny old man with white hair appeared before them. The old man's eyes were sparkling, as if he could see through people. He looked Ling Xuan and Yun Mengting up and down, and after seeing the jade pendant, he nodded and said, "Come in."
The room was simple, with a faint scent of herbs. The old man pointed to a stool and asked them to sit down. Then he said slowly, "What's the matter with you guys coming to see me? Tell me."
Ling Xuan clasped his fists and bowed, then meticulously recounted the evil deeds of the conspiracy group within the court, as well as their own experiences. He spoke with unwavering sincerity, his expression resolute. The old man listened quietly, his face expressionless.
After Ling Xuan finished speaking, the old man pondered for a long moment before speaking, "The conspiracy group you're dealing with has a very complicated backstory. I was looking at the stars a few nights ago and noticed a dark aura gathering over the capital. The leaders of this conspiracy group are desperately searching for a long-lost ancient book."
Yun Mengting was very curious and asked quickly, "Senior, what's so special about this ancient book? Why do they want it so much?"
The old man stood up and said as he walked, "This ancient book is called 'The Secret Code of Heaven and Earth.' I heard it was written by a great sage in the past. It describes many powerful methods that can overturn the dynasty and seize the world. It also contains some lost martial arts and strange mechanical techniques. If the conspiracy group gets hold of it, it will be the end of us."
Ling Xuan frowned and asked seriously, "Where is this ancient book now? How can we find it?"
The old man glanced at him and said, "I don't know where this book is. But I can give you a clue. Legend has it that this book was once kept by the leader of a reclusive sect. This sect's lair is in the Cloudy Mist Mountain to the southwest. The mountain is filled with fog and is full of traps and traps, making it very dangerous. Besides, you're not the only ones looking for this book. The conspiracy group must have learned something about it and is heading to Cloudy Mist Mountain."
Ling Xuan and Yun Mengting exchanged glances, each seeing determination in the other's eyes. Ling Xuan said, "Senior, thank you so much. I will definitely do everything I can to prevent the conspiracy group from succeeding."
The old man nodded slightly and said, "Alright, go ahead. The road to Yunwu Mountain is difficult, so be careful. The power struggle in this world is like a big net. You are already in it. Only with brains and courage can you get out."
Leaving the old man's house, Ling Xuan and Yun Mengting didn't dare to pause for a moment, setting off towards Yunwu Mountain. Although Ling Xuan was a prince, he endured the rigors of the journey, endured wind and rain, and had trouble eating or sleeping, but he didn't complain at all, maintaining his princely demeanor. They knew time was running out, and even a single moment of delay wouldn't be enough. As they hurried along, they discussed what to do once they reached Yunwu Mountain.
"Ting'er, this Yunwu Mountain must be full of dangers. I will definitely protect you and will not let the conspiracy group succeed." Ling Xuan said.
Yun Mengting smiled and said, "Ling Lang, as long as you're here, I'm not afraid of anything. I'll use my knowledge of mechanisms to avoid danger as much as possible. But that conspiracy group is definitely not easy to deal with, so we have to be careful of sneak attacks."
As they walked closer and closer to Yunwu Mountain, the air seemed to thicken with tension. They knew that a more terrifying adventure was about to begin there. Whether they could find the ancient book and defeat the conspiracy group was unknown. But the passion to protect their country burned within them like a raging fire that could not be extinguished.