Su Yao and her companions returned to campus, their bodies weary but their spirits buoyed by the joy of victory. Sunlight filtered through the dappled leaves, casting light upon the familiar paths; all appeared as calm as before. Yet, they knew well that the breaking of the Ancient Seal was merely a new beginning. The peace of the world was but a veneer, with dark currents churning deep beneath the surface. The Myriad Phenomena Spirit Bead in Su Yao’s hand emitted a light that had grown increasingly soft since the battle of the seal, as if it were either slumbering or gathering strength, quietly sensing the subtle changes in the air alongside the Divine Artifacts and Spiritual Objects within her.
Back at the dormitory, Su Yao carefully tucked away the key to the seal, the object emanating a faint glow as if recounting their legendary ordeal. Lin Yu sheathed his Spiritual Power Sword, the crisp sound breaking the brief silence. "We succeeded in breaking the Ancient Seal this time, but the remnants of the Dark Forces may still be lurking in the shadows. We cannot afford to let our guard down." Leng Xuan stood with his arms crossed, his Ice-attribute Spiritual Power slowly receding, though a trace of coldness still clung to him. "He is right. The campus seems peaceful, but I always have the feeling that eyes are watching us from the darkness." Zhao Ya stepped forward, her eyes filled with concern. "Everyone is exhausted. Let’s get some rest first; whatever comes, we will face i…
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