Chapter 108: The Underground Dungeon

Long Yun had never imagined that there would be such a mechanism atop the stone platform. By the time he realized it, it was already too late to resist the overwhelming force. Together with Yan Qingqing, he was swept into utter darkness.

His protective true energy flared out, shielding both their bodies. The two of them clung to each other like a fragile boat, swaying uncertainly amidst the tremendous suction.

“Thud—” Long Yun felt his whole body plunge, his back crashing heavily onto the ground. Even the protective true energy shattered under the immense force, sending a sharp pain through his spine.

He gritted his teeth in pain but was grateful that his back took the brunt of the impact. If it had been Yan Qingqing, with her delicate frame, how could she have withstood such a violent blow?

Thinking of this, he glanced at Yan Qingqing.

She was lying atop him, her exquisite eyes fixed unblinkingly on Long Yun. Her already peerless beauty was flushed with a rosy glow.

Long Yun sensed the closeness of their posture and, feeling a bit awkward, struggled to help Yan Qingqing to her feet. Clearing his throat gently, he asked, “Qingqing, how are your injuries?”

Hearing Long Yun’s words, Yan Qingqing’s face immediately flushed deeper, a blush spreading to her temples, adding to her shy demeanor. Her delicate hands nervously twisted at the hem of her clothes as she lowered her gaze and said, “I’m not hurt; it’s just that my true energy has been completely exhausted.”

Long Yun nodded, calming himself. He reached out and took her slender hand in his. The power of reincarnation surged through his arm and into her body, aiding her in restoring her true energy.

Feeling her jade-like hand gripped by a warm, strong palm, Yan Qingqing’s heart raced wildly. Her lovely face turned so red it seemed to glow, and even breathing became difficult.

“Qingqing, focus your spirit and restore your true energy!” Long Yun’s voice rang softly in her ear.

At his command, Yan Qingqing suddenly came to her senses, her embarrassment replaced by determination. She quickly began following the flow of true energy to recover.

Long Yun’s reincarnation true energy was formidable. In just a short moment, Yan Qingqing had regained about ten percent of her depleted true energy and could now circulate it on her own to continue healing.

Only then did Long Yun withdraw his hand from hers, his gaze sweeping around the surroundings.

Noticing Long Yun’s release, Yan Qingqing felt a sudden, inexplicable loss but quickly pushed aside the distraction and continued her cultivation.

The place where they found themselves was a spacious stone chamber, remarkably clean and evidently frequented by many before.

The chamber showed no signs of dangerous traps or complex mechanisms. So why had the Five Elders stopped their pursuit here?

Long Yun was puzzled. Just as he pondered this, a furious roar suddenly echoed: “You little brats! Hurry up and bring the food! I’m starving to death here!”

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