The cultivation world, home to ancient merchant families, faces the exhaustion of spiritual energy, the collapse of planes, and impending destruction. Powerful beings tear through the void, seeking...
Jiang Wanwan took out her phone and tagged a few people without spiritual roots in the Jiang family group chat, explaining the news about the talent fruit, and then asked if anyone wanted a wind-type spiritual root.
Soon, the group chat became lively.
"Xiao Wan, is this talent fruit really that amazing?" Dad Jiang Dahe was the first to reply.
"Sister Wanwan, I want one. I heard that wind-type spiritual roots are fast and seem really powerful," her cousin Jiang Xiaoyu said.
Jiang Wanwan replied to everyone one by one, her heart filled with love for her family, thinking that she must help everyone find the right talent fruit.
"Xiao Wan, let's focus on Xiao Yu first. We adults aren't in a hurry," Mom Tian Cuicui said in the group chat.
“Mom, everyone gets a share, don’t worry, I’ll figure something out,” Jiang Wanwan quickly replied.
"My sister is the best! I will definitely work hard to cultivate in the future and live up to your expectations." Xiaoyu sent a cute emoji.
"Don't worry, everyone. No one will be left behind. Our Jiang family will become stronger together." Jiang Wanwan promised confidently, and the group chat was filled with warmth and anticipation.
Eternal Night Forest.
It is located in a remote part of the continent, surrounded by towering mountains, which act as a natural barrier to isolate it from the outside world.
Jiang Qinian followed the Xuanmen people for several days through this eerie forest. They parted the dense grass, examined the thick tree trunks, and did not overlook any place that might have clues.
However, disappointingly, no trace of Jiang Shaojie and his group was found.
Jiang Qinian was somewhat discouraged. She slammed her fist heavily on the tree trunk, looked up at the sky, and saw that the moon was exceptionally round tonight.
The cool moonlight poured down like water, shrouding the mysterious forest in a silvery veil. The tall, eerie trees cast strangely shaped shadows in the moonlight, resembling menacing beasts.
Suddenly, a rustling sound came from inside.
"Captain, there's trouble ahead!"
Jiang Qinian immediately followed the Xuanmen people forward and saw a group of people gathered under a giant tree that had been empty just moments before.
The people there were all expressionless, mechanically dancing a mysterious waltz around the tree. Their movements were perfectly synchronized, yet they exuded an indescribable eeriness.
Moonlight filtered through the leaves, casting shadows on their pale faces and adding to the eerie and terrifying atmosphere.
Zhang Yang, the leader of the Xuanmen sect, felt a chill and signaled his team members to be on high alert.
"elder brother!"
Jiang Qinian, with his sharp eyes, spotted his older brother, Jiang Shaojie, among the people dancing under the big tree. He exclaimed in surprise and rushed forward without thinking.
"Jiang Qinian, don't be impulsive!" Zhang Yang reacted quickly and grabbed Jiang Qinian. "Assess the situation first!"
Jiang Qinian struggled desperately, her eyes fixed on her older brother's figure, her face full of anxiety and worry: "That's my brother, I have to go save him!"
At this moment, the group of dancers seemed completely unaware of the commotion and continued to perform their mysterious and eerie dance steps.
"Alright! You guys come and keep an eye on Jiang Qinian, I'll go check on her first!"
Zhang Yang gave instructions to the soldiers.
After saying that, he put on a special mask and walked forward. The closer he got to the giant tree, the more a mysterious voice echoed in his mind.
Come! Come! Children of the forest, dance with me!
He bit his tongue, briefly regaining consciousness to warn his teammates, but his mind went blank again. He then joined the dance group with a blank expression.
Seeing this, Jiang Qinian became even more anxious. He struggled to break free from his restraints and shouted to the soldier guarding him, "Let me go! I need to save them!"
Several soldiers looked troubled and held Jiang Qinian tightly, saying, "No, this is the captain's order. We can't let you take the risk."
Jiang Qinian's eyes were bloodshot as she roared, "Are we just going to watch them get into danger and do nothing?"
Just then, the moonlight was suddenly obscured by dark clouds, and the group of people dancing under the tree vanished into thin air.
Jiang Qinian's eyes widened in disbelief. He frantically struggled to break free from the soldiers' restraints, shouting, "How could this be? Big Brother! Zhang Yang!"
The soldiers were also shocked by this bizarre scene and were at a loss for what to do, and their grip loosened unconsciously.
Taking advantage of the opportunity, Jiang Qinian broke free and rushed towards the big tree.
Darkness enveloped them, broken only by Jiang Qinian's rapid breathing and frantic footsteps. He searched frantically for clues beneath the large tree, his heart filled with fear and despair: "Brother, where did you all go?"
The wind howled through the woods, as if mocking his powerlessness.
Jiang Qinian gritted her teeth and secretly vowed that no matter what the cost, she would find them.
Piano room at the C City Conservatory of Music.
Li Xue sat blankly beside the piano, the moonlight shining on her but failing to illuminate her slightly melancholy face. Her eyes were somewhat unfocused, her thoughts seemingly drifting away with the moonlight.
After an unknown amount of time, Li Xue sighed softly, placed her hands on the piano keys, but did not press any keys, as if she was hesitating about something.
Would you like me to play a tune?
A cheerful voice rang out behind Li Xue. She was slightly startled, turned around, and saw Mingze smiling.
Li Xue pursed her lips and said hesitantly, "I don't know what to play?"
Mingze stepped forward and gently patted her shoulder: "Just do as you please!"
Li Xue listened and nodded thoughtfully. Finally, her fingers slowly pressed down on the piano keys, and beautiful notes began to flow in the piano room.
When the music starts, it's as if you're in a sea of flowers, with blooming flowers all along the way, fragrant and full of vitality and beauty.
That's "All the Way to Bloom," the future looks really bright, I really want to keep going!
The notes began to rise steadily, as dazzling as fireworks, stirring the emotions of the listeners.
The music ended, but the lingering notes seemed to still resonate in the air, lingering for a long time.
"Are you ready?" Mingze asked softly, a smile on his face. His smile was as warm and gentle as the spring sun.
"I'm ready! I choose to cultivate my body at the Free and Unfettered Sect. Even if I fail in the end, I'm not afraid!" Li Xue answered firmly, her eyes filled with a resolute light, a light as bright as stars, burning and unwavering.
Mingze nodded slightly, his eyes full of approval: "Okay, I believe you!"
Li Xue took a deep breath and clenched her fist: "Yes, I will try my best and won't let you down."
Her tone was resolute and determined, as if she were ready to face any challenge.
A gentle breeze blew in through the window, softly ruffling their hair; the tender touch seemed to encourage their decision.
Their hair danced in the wind, as if telling of their infinite possibilities for the future.