The glow of the pendant grew increasingly intense, resembling a small sun rising within the Library. The runes on the ancient text flickered frantically like activated circuits, releasing powerful energy fluctuations. Lu Chen and Huo Yao instinctively took a few steps back, shielding their eyes from the blinding light.
The light lasted for about a minute before gradually fading. When Lu Chen and Huo Yao opened their eyes once more, the sight before them left them utterly stunned. The once heavy ancient book was now fully open, its pages turning automatically without any wind, radiating an ancient and mysterious aura.
"It worked!" Lu Chen could not conceal the excitement in his heart. He looked toward Huo Yao, only to find that she did not share the expected joy; instead, her brows were tightly furrowed, and her eyes were filled with worry.
Chapter 257