Bricks and stones flew everywhere, and dust billowed up, causing considerable disturbance to the dark figure.
A glint flashed in Xiao Feng's eyes. Seizing this fleeting opportunity, he shouted, "Watch this!"
Xiao Feng suddenly took a step forward, his right fist like a cannonball, blasting towards the dark figure with astonishing power.
This punch was powerful and fierce, the wind from it howled, and the surrounding air vibrated.
The shadowy figure seemed to sense the extraordinary nature of Xiao Feng's attack and quickly stretched out its arm to block it.
A deep, resounding thud echoed through the narrow corridor, like a great bell being struck.
The powerful impact caused the shadowy figure to stagger backward a few steps, and Xiao Feng also took the opportunity to retreat.
Just then, the shadowy figure steadied itself and suddenly opened its unseen mouth.
"Hiss—" A thick plume of black smoke shot out like a viper's hiss, instantly filling the entire corridor.
Xiao Feng and Zhao Yuwei held their breath as their vision blurred, as if they were in a strange, dark swamp.
"Watch out!" Xiao Feng shouted in a low voice, looking around warily.
The dark figure vanished eerily into the smoke, replaced by rustling sounds of movement coming from all directions, as if countless dark creatures were lurking in the shadows, making it impossible to pinpoint its exact location.
Xiao Feng and Zhao Yuwei quickly stood back to back, forming a defensive stance.
Their breathing was clearly audible in the quiet corridor, yet they remained remarkably synchronized.
Xiao Feng clenched his fists, ready to strike at any moment.
Zhao Yuwei kept forming hand seals while chanting incantations.
"Go!" With Zhao Yuwei's soft shout, a layer of light blue light spread outwards like ripples on water, enveloping the two of them.
Xiao Feng took a deep breath, closed his eyes, and listened intently to the sounds around him.
His ears twitched slightly, as if they could detect the most subtle vibrations in the air.
Suddenly, his eyes snapped open, a glint of light flashing in his pupils.
"There it is!" Xiao Feng shouted, his right fist blasting out like a cannonball.
The force of the punches howled, tearing apart the surrounding black mist.
At the same time, Zhao Yuwei understood immediately, and with her hands clasped together, a huge blue light sword condensed in her palms.
"Drink!" she shouted, and her lightsaber slashed like lightning in the direction Xiao Feng's fist was pointing.
The shadowy figure clearly hadn't expected the two to coordinate so well. Unable to dodge in time, Xiao Feng's fist struck its shoulder heavily, while Zhao Yuwei's lightsaber also slashed a deep wound on its arm.
"Awooo—" the dark figure let out a low roar.
However, just when Xiao Feng and Zhao Yuwei thought victory was assured, the shadowy figure's body suddenly began to twist and deform.
Its outline became increasingly blurred.
Finally, accompanied by a strange fluctuation, the dark figure vanished into thin air like smoke, leaving only a faint sigh.
"What...what the hell is this?" Xiao Feng gasped for breath, his eyes filled with shock.
Zhao Yuwei also looked serious and said softly, "I don't know, but I have a feeling it's not a good thing."
The inn was in a mess, with tables and chairs overturned.
Suddenly, a rustling sound came from the corner.
The shopkeeper peeked out from behind a thick wooden pillar, his eyes darting around as he surveyed his surroundings.
Once he was sure the danger had passed, he carefully moved his obese body and ran towards Xiao Feng and Zhao Yuwei.
"You two are truly incredibly brave!" The innkeeper said with a beaming smile, patting his chest as he spoke, "This demon has been wreaking havoc for a long time, but I never expected that you two would take care of it today!"
Xiao Feng frowned slightly, a bitter smile appearing on his lips.
Zhao Yuwei looked serious and asked directly, "Shopkeeper, do you know what this dark figure is?"
The shopkeeper's expression changed. After hesitating for a moment, he finally said with a determined look, "Well... it's probably a demonic shadow that escaped from Wushan."
"Wushan?" Xiao Feng and Zhao Yuwei asked in unison.
The shopkeeper lowered his voice and said mysteriously, "Although there are cultivation sects stationed in Wushan, the seal has been in great turmoil recently. Those cultivators are probably too busy to deal with everything, which is why the demonic shadow had the opportunity to escape."
Xiao Feng nodded thoughtfully: "It seems the root of the problem still lies in Wushan."
He turned to the shopkeeper and asked directly, "Is there any way to get to Mount Wu?"
"Huh?" The shopkeeper's eyes widened. "Sir, you must be joking. That place is very eerie; it's easy to get in but hard to get out!"
But a determined light shone in Xiao Feng's eyes: "No matter what, I have to go."
Seeing that he couldn't persuade him otherwise, the shopkeeper could only sigh: "Since you insist on going, I do know a small path leading up the mountain."
"Is this really true?" Xiao Feng's eyes lit up.
The shopkeeper smiled mysteriously: "You don't know this, but although Wushan seals away the demon god, it's also a place of outstanding people and abundant resources. Where there's a will, there's a way. With so many people wanting to get in, someone naturally found a way to create a passage in and out."
"However..." the shopkeeper changed the subject, "getting in won't be easy. I heard there are three checkpoints, each extremely dangerous. Some people are so terrified as soon as they set foot on the mountain path that they flee back overnight."
Zhao Yuwei frowned and looked coldly at the shopkeeper: "It seems the shopkeeper wants money."
As she spoke, she pulled a money pouch from her bosom and tossed it to the shopkeeper: "Here's twenty gold coins, is that enough?"
The shopkeeper took the money pouch but dismissively placed it aside, saying, "You two heroes misunderstand. I am not a greedy person; this little bit of money cannot sway me."
His gaze fell on the piece of wood behind Xiao Feng, a greedy glint in his eyes: "What I want is that piece of wood."
Xiao Feng was taken aback, then a look of understanding appeared on his face: "The shopkeeper's eye is indeed sharp. This is no ordinary wood, but is made from rotten wood."
The shopkeeper's eyes lit up, and he nodded repeatedly: "That's right! You are indeed very knowledgeable, sir."
Xiao Feng pondered for a moment, then suddenly handed the piece of wood to the shopkeeper: "Since you like it so much, I'll give it to you. However, you'll have to find a way to take us to Wushan."
The shopkeeper was overjoyed and carefully took the wood, stroking it with great affection.
He took out an ancient-looking token from his pocket and handed it to Xiao Feng: "With this, you can find the secret passage. When you find the passage, this token will create a gap in the seal. You must seize the opportunity and enter Wushan."
Xiao Feng took the token and saw that it emitted a faint spiritual energy.
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