"This stone tablet is the secret of our ancient clan. It records the origin, history and the power of our clan's inheritance."
Hong Gu's voice carried a hint of solemnity, as if she were recounting a sacred legend.
Qin Xiaolin and Li Xi listened intently.
Hong Gu fumbled on the stone tablet for a while, and then, seemingly encountering some kind of mechanism, the ground suddenly began to shake, slowly opening a tunnel door. A chilling aura emanated from the tunnel.
"Follow me." Hong Gu stepped into the tunnel first, followed closely by Qin Xiaolin and Li Xi.
The tunnel was dark and gloomy, with only the faint light emanating from the luminous pearl in Li Xi's hand.
They walked along the winding path, the stone steps slippery underfoot, the air thick with the smell of mildew and earth.
After walking for a while, the tunnel gradually widened, and a stone door appeared ahead.
Hong Gu walked to the door, took out a key from her bosom, and gently inserted it into the lock.
With a "click," the lock opened.
Hong Gu pushed open the door, and a strong gust of wind blew in from behind it.
Qin Xiaolin and Li Xi followed closely behind, stepping into a spacious area.
This appears to be an ancient underground palace, with various mysterious patterns and symbols carved on the surrounding stone walls.
In the center stands a tall stone platform upon which sits a bronze statue. The statue's face is indistinct, yet it exudes an aura of majesty.
"The power of the ancient clan does not simply come from our physique and bloodline, but from a special inheritance—the 'Celestial Constellation Chart'."
As Hong Gu spoke slowly, her finger gently traced across the stone wall, pointing to a deeply engraved star pattern.
"The Heavenly Star Chart?" Qin Xiaolin and Li Xi repeated at the same time, their eyes filled with curiosity and doubt.
Hong Gu nodded and continued to explain, "Yes, the Celestial Constellation Chart. This is a mysterious chart passed down through generations of our ancient clan. It records the most powerful source of power in the world—the power of the stars. Through cultivation and comprehension, the people of our ancient clan can resonate with the power of the stars, thereby gaining immense power."
"The power of constellations?" Qin Xiaolin frowned. He had read some records about constellations in ancient books, but he had never heard of the concept of the power of constellations.
Li Xi showed a hint of shock. She seemed to have thought of something, but she wasn't sure.
Seeing their confusion, Hong Gu smiled and said, "The power of constellations is a power beyond the comprehension of ordinary people. It originates from the vast universe and is the most primordial and purest energy in the world. Through special cultivation methods, the ancient people can sense the existence of the power of constellations and introduce it into their bodies to make it their own."
This was beyond their comprehension, and even Li Xi, a modern person, could not understand it.
Hong Gu continued, "However, cultivating the power of constellations is no easy task. It requires extremely high talent and unwavering will, as well as a long period of accumulation and tempering. This is why, although the ancient races possess great power, their numbers are extremely small."
Qin Xiaolin and Li Xi nodded, indicating their agreement with her statement.
Hong Gu looked at the stone platform, a complex emotion flashing in her eyes.
She continued, "This stone platform is the carrier of the Celestial Constellation Chart. It records the history and heritage of the ancient clan and also hides the secrets of the power of the stars. Only the people of the ancient clan can decipher its mysteries."
Hong Gu took a deep breath, slowly walked to the stone platform, and gently stroked the ancient carvings with both hands.
Her gaze deepened, as if she could see through time and space and witness the glorious past of the ancient tribe.
"The history of the ancient tribe can be traced back thousands of years."
Hong Gu's voice was deep and magnetic, "Our ancestors were among the earliest cultivators in the world. By observing the stars, they comprehended the mysteries of the power of the stars and created the Tiangang Constellation Chart as a carrier of their heritage."
Hong Gu was seen groping around on the stone platform, and Li Xi watched her quietly.
In this unfamiliar place, she dared not touch anything indiscriminately, for fear of touching something she shouldn't.
"Come here," Hong Gu beckoned to the two of them.
"Grandmother, what is this?" Li Xi asked, puzzled, as she looked at the stones being arranged on the stone platform.
Hong Gu smiled slightly: "These are the Heavenly Star Stones passed down in our clan."
She gently stroked the seemingly ordinary stones, each one engraved with complex and mysterious symbols.
“Each stone represents a constellation, and the symbols carved on them are our ancestors’ understanding and application of the power of the stars,” Hong Gu explained.
Li Xi curiously leaned closer to observe, and saw that the symbols were like flowing points of light, seemingly containing infinite power.
“You may not be able to imagine how powerful these stones are,” Hong Gu said, her voice filled with awe. “They are the lifeblood of our people and the source of our strength.”
She looked up at the cave ceiling, where several luminous gems were embedded, echoing the starry sky outside the cave.
That's strange. It was bright and sunny when they came in, so why did it get dark in just a few hours?
“Only when these gems are aligned with the constellations outside the cave will the power of the Heavenly Constellation Chart be fully activated,” Hong Gu said, and began to adjust the position of the constellation stones.
Li Xi and Qin Xiaolin watched quietly.
As Hong Gu moved, the atmosphere inside the cave seemed to grow increasingly mysterious and solemn.
The star stones seemed to come alive, emitting a faint glow that complemented the gems on the cave ceiling.
"Now, are you ready?" Hong Gu turned around, her eyes shining with determination.
"Prepare what?" the two asked, somewhat puzzled.
"Be prepared to receive the power of the stars. Now, perhaps only I remain of the ancient clan. But our heritage cannot be destroyed because of this." Those star stones seemed to come alive, emitting a faint light that shone in harmony with the gems on the cave ceiling.
"Are you all ready?" Hong Gu turned around, her eyes shining like stars.
Qin Xiaolin and Li Xi exchanged a glance, both seeing confusion and curiosity in each other's eyes.
"What are you preparing?" the two asked in unison.
Hong Gu smiled slightly, her smile carrying a hint of solemnity and mystery: "Naturally, I am prepared to accept the power of the stars. Now, I may be the only lonely old man left in the ancient clan, but our lineage must not be broken because of this."
Her gaze turned to Li Xi, her eyes revealing tenderness and expectation: "Xiao Xi, you are my granddaughter. It was verified yesterday that you have also inherited the talents of the ancient people."
Then, she turned her gaze to Qin Xiaolin, her tone full of meaning: "Young man, I have long seen your character. You have gone to great lengths to escort me here, and I am naturally aware of your purpose."
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