The brilliant light illuminated the entire tomb hall. Everyone could not help but narrow their eyes, instinctively shielding themselves from the piercing glare as they tried to make out what was inside the box. That intense radiance seemed to carry a mysterious, oppressive weight, causing everyone's hearts to beat a fraction faster of their own accord. The light gradually faded, receding like a gentle tide to reveal the true contents of the box. Resting quietly inside was a key, its entire body radiating an antique aura, as though it had weathered the baptism of countless long years.
Everyone present was momentarily stunned, their eyes instantly shifting from eager anticipation to bewilderment and disappointment. They had thought it would be some world-shaking treasure, not an ancient key. They looked at each other in confusion, utterly baffled. What could this key possibly be used for? Why would it be placed inside such a mysterious box? A flurry of various guesses instantly arose in their minds.
"It must be a master key. Wang Yao, you should take it for now," Qing Yao said.
Chapter 36