After the figure of the Elderly Immortal dissipated, Qu Chen and I stood in place in a daze for a long time, the unfinished words echoing in our minds. "To find what is truly in our hearts..." What on earth could it be? Power? Conviction? The answer seemed close at hand, yet forever out of reach.
We decided to follow the Elderly Immortal's guidance and embarked on a journey of spiritual cultivation. We found a secluded valley brimming with Spiritual Energy and blessed with picturesque scenery—a premier spot for meditation and quiet reflection.
In the early days, I struggled to quiet my mind. Master's death, the heavy burdens of our sect, and the uncertainty of the future all swirled through my head like a revolving lantern, refusing to leave. Whenever this happened, Qu Chen would quietly take my hand, his warm gaze and steadfast words acting as an anchor for my anxieties.
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