After the campus crisis was temporarily resolved, Su Yao’s life seemed to return to normal. Yet, the mysterious black fissure and the Robbed Woman lingered in her mind like a dark haze. On campus, students gradually forgot the terrifying rune incident and returned to their usual lighthearted days, while within the Lingyun Immortal Sect, disciples continued to practice diligently amidst swirling spiritual power. But Su Yao knew that this peace was merely a facade; dark forces were lurking in the shadows, waiting for their next strike.
Every morning, Su Yao rose early to practice the *Lingyun Secret Canon* in a secluded corner of the campus. With her eyes closed, colorful spiritual energy woven like nimble threads circled around her. Though her control over the Power of Lingyun had become increasingly refined, she still felt inadequate when facing the unknown, formidable evil. "I must become stronger to protect everything around me," Su Yao whispered to herself, sweat rolling down her cheeks and evaporating the moment it hit the ground.
Although Lin Yu and Zhao Ya possessed no cultivation abilities, they kept a constant watch over Su Yao. One day between classes, the three sat around a stone bench on campus. Lin Yu said with a worried expression, "Su Yao, you’ve been pushing yourself too hard lately. Your body won't be able to take it." Zhao Ya echoed his concern: "Yes, Su Yao, we know you want to protect everyone, but please don't wear yourself out." Su Yao looked up, her ey…
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