The next morning, as the sun bathed everyone in light, Lin Feng, Liu Yan, and the other invited martial artists set out in a grand procession toward the mysterious ruins, led by Elder Yun. The martial artists who had gathered ranged from the Martial Warrior Realm to the Martial Master Realm. Lin Feng was at the Ninth Layer of Martial Warrior Realm, Liu Yan was at the Eighth Layer of Martial Warrior Realm, while Elder Yun was a powerhouse at the peak of the Martial Master Realm.
Along the way, everyone maintained a high state of vigilance; no one knew what kind of dangers might be hidden within this uncharted ruin.
After several days of travel, they finally arrived at the entrance of the ruins. The entrance was veiled in a mysterious, dreamlike glow that made it impossible to see exactly what lay inside.
With a solemn expression, Elder Yun said, "Everyone, the ruins are fraught with danger; you must all be extremely careful. If you encounter a threat you cannot handle, sound the signal immediately so we can face it together."
With that, he took a deep breath and stepped into the light first, and the others followed close behind.
Once inside the ruins, they discovered it felt like an ancient labyrinth. The passages were intricate and complex, with strange runes carved into the walls. The dim light made the atmosphere feel particularly eerie and terrifying.
Lin Feng and Liu Yan walked side by side, moving cautiously, their hands brushing against each other instinctively, as if this gave them both more courage and a sense of security.
"Brother Lin, I'm a little scared," Liu Yan whispered, her voice trembling slightly.
Lin Feng gently took Liu Yan's hand and comforted her, "Don't be afraid, Yan'er, I am here."
A faint blush appeared on Liu Yan's face, and she nodded slightly.
Suddenly, a group of monsters lunged from the shadows. They were ghost-like in appearance, moving with incredible speed and emitting piercing screams.
Lin Feng immediately drew his sword to meet them, the blade flashing with a cold light in the darkness. He unleashed the sword techniques of the Breeze Formula, each strike carrying a fierce sword aura.
Liu Yan did not fall behind; her short sword danced like flying steel, striking at the monsters' vital points.
"Yan'er, watch your left!" Lin Feng shouted a warning.
"Brother Lin, behind you!" Liu Yan cried out urgently.
After a fierce battle, they finally succeeded in driving the monsters back.
Lin Feng looked at Liu Yan and asked with concern, "Yan'er, are you hurt?"
Liu Yan shook her head with a smile, "With Brother Lin protecting me, I am fine."
The two exchanged a smile and continued forward.
As they pressed on, they encountered various traps and mechanisms. In some places, the floor would suddenly collapse, and in others, swarms of poison arrows would shoot out. Yet, relying on their agile reactions and tacit coordination, they overcame danger time and time again.
In a spacious hall, they discovered a mysterious stone tablet covered in ancient inscriptions.
A martial artist skilled in deciphering ancient scripts stepped forward. After observing it carefully, he said, "It is recorded here that a peerless treasure is hidden deep within the ruins, but it is guarded by a powerful entity."
Hearing this, the group felt both excited and nervous.
Just then, the young man who had previously provoked Lin Feng scoffed, "Hmph, this treasure will surely be mine."
Lin Feng did not back down, replying, "Whether or not you can obtain it will depend on your own ability."
Liu Yan gently tugged on the corner of Lin Feng’s sleeve, "Brother Lin, don't lower yourself to his level."
Lin Feng nodded, "Don't worry, Yan'er, I won't be impulsive."
As they delved deeper into the ruins, the dangers grew ever greater. But Lin Feng and Liu Yan always supported each other, never abandoning one another.
Finally, they arrived at the room where the treasure was kept. Inside, a massive figure slowly emerged; this was the guardian of the treasure.
The guardian radiated a powerful aura, heavy as a mountain, causing everyone to feel a suffocating pressure.
Lin Feng and Liu Yan held each other's hands tightly, preparing to face the fierce battle about to begin.