After a series of thrilling, life-or-death trials, Hu Yuan and Xuanyuan Liting finally arrived at the final barrier. The setting of this last test was completely different from the previous ones. The surroundings were utterly tranquil, without a single sound, as if time itself had frozen in that moment. Only an illusory figure floated quietly in mid-air, exuding a mysterious and powerful aura that filled anyone who beheld it with involuntary awe.
Hu Yuan and Xuanyuan Liting exchanged a glance, each seeing deep solemnity and anticipation in the other's eyes. They knew this would be the decisive battle determining their fate, as well as the ultimate test of their strength and willpower. They clasped each other's hands tightly, transmitting strength and confidence to one another, and then walked without fear toward the illusory figure...
The test for this stage was unexpectedly simple—the final test posed by the illusory figure required Hu Yuan to answer only one question: "What is the Dao of a Cultivator?"
Chapter 70