Bathed in the lingering glow of victory and carrying the hope for peace, Su Yao and her companions continued their journey home with steady steps. A gentle breeze swept through the mountain forest, as if applauding their courage and persistence, yet their internal vigilance never wavered. Su Yao gripped the Chaos Spirit Sword tightly; the cold light reflecting off the blade illuminated her determined face. The Chaos Spirit Orb pulsed faintly in her embrace, as if sensing everything around them in unison with her.
"Su Yao, how are you feeling? Has the power of the Divine Artifact stabilized?" Lin Yu asked with concern, his eyes occasionally scanning the artifact in her hand with a trace of worry. Su Yao nodded slightly, revealing a confident smile. "Yes, after the training earlier, I have gained further control over the Divine Artifact, and its power is stabilizing. Still, we cannot afford to let our guard down." Zhao Ya nodded vigorously from the side. "That’s right. The Mysterious Organization certainly won't give up so easily; we must remain cautious at all times." The Middle-aged man, his gaze deep and thoughtful as he looked at the winding mountain path ahead, said slowly, "The road ahead is unpredictable. Everyone, stay vigilant. I fear there are more challenges waiting for us on this path."
The group continued forward, yet the peace did not last long. As they entered a secluded valley, Su Yao suddenly stopped, her expression turning somber. "Wait, I sense an intense f…
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