Chapter 740 Treasure Pavilion!
Sure enough, just as they were moving forward vigilantly, a black shadow suddenly jumped out of the mist and rushed towards them.
Luo Chen reacted quickly, swung his long sword, and a sword light instantly cut through the air and collided with the black shadow.
"Bang!"
With a loud bang, the black shadow was hit by the sword light and flew backwards, revealing its true face, a black monster.
The monster had red eyes and fangs in its mouth, and it was obviously a ferocious spirit beast.
"This is just the beginning, there are more powerful guardians behind." The middle-aged man's voice sounded again, reminding them not to take it lightly.
Luo Chen and Qing Shuang looked at each other, and their eyes flashed with determination.
They knew that only by passing this test could they have a chance to compete for the spirit stone.
So they continued to move forward, encountering all kinds of guardians along the way, including ferocious monsters, strange illusions, and powerful formation traps.
But no matter what difficulties they faced, they overcame them all with firm beliefs and tacit cooperation.
In this process, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang's strength has also been greatly improved.
They not only learned how to better use their martial arts and spells, but also learned how to find breakthroughs in difficult situations, how to cooperate with teammates tacitly, and jointly cope with challenges.
Finally, after countless battles and tests, they came to the end of the test space.
There, they saw the exit to the outside world and the middle-aged man standing in front of the exit waiting for them.
"Congratulations, you have passed the test." The middle-aged man smiled and said, "You have shown extraordinary strength and tenacity, and you are qualified to compete for that piece of spirit stone."
Luo Chen and Qing Shuang smiled happily when they heard this.
They knew that this was the result of their efforts and the proof of their strength.
However, just as they were about to leave the test space, the middle-aged man suddenly changed his tone: "But I want to remind you that the road to competing for spirit stones is full of unknowns and dangers. You must be fully prepared to cope with the next challenge."
Luo Chen and Qing Shuang heard this, both restrained their smiles, and listened carefully to the middle-aged man's warning.
They knew that this was not only a reminder, but also a warning.
"We understand, senior." Luo Chen said in a deep voice: "We will be fully prepared to meet the next challenge."
The middle-aged man nodded, then waved his hand, and a ray of light wrapped Luo Chen and Qing Shuang, instantly sending them out of the test space.
When they opened their eyes again, they were already back on the ring.
Nearby, there were cultivators who also wanted to compete for the spirit stone.
At this time, they all looked at other competitors vigilantly.
The air around them seemed to solidify, and all the cultivators' eyes were focused on Luo Chen and Qing Shuang.
Their feat of just passing the test space undoubtedly shocked everyone present.
Those cultivators who originally disdained Luo Chen and Qing Shuang had to re-examine these two seemingly young opponents at this moment.
Luo Chen and Qing Shuang looked at each other and saw firmness and determination in each other's eyes.
They knew that the next battle would be more difficult, but they were also ready to meet all challenges.
At this moment, a crisp bell suddenly sounded, breaking the silence on the ring.
This was the signal that the battle for the spirit stone had officially begun.
"Everyone, the battle for the spirit stone begins now!" The middle-aged man stood in the center of the ring and announced loudly.
His voice was like thunder, echoing over the entire ring.
With the announcement of the middle-aged man, the atmosphere on the ring instantly became tense.
The monks released their cultivation auras one after another, preparing for the upcoming battle.
Luo Chen and Qing Shuang were also not to be outdone. They quickly adjusted their states and prepared to face the next challenge.
They knew that only the strong could survive on this battlefield.
"Qing Shuang, let's go!" Luo Chen shouted in a low voice and rushed to the center of the ring first.
Qing Shuang followed closely behind, and the two fought side by side to face the upcoming enemy together.
The first wave of attacks came from a monk with a strong cultivation.
He held a long sword in his hand, and his figure was like the wind, and he came to Luo Chen in an instant.
However, Luo Chen seemed to have anticipated his attack, and he easily dodged the opponent's attack by turning his body to one side.
At the same time, the long sword in his hand stabbed the opponent's vital point in an instant, like a spirit snake coming out of a hole.
"Ding!"
The long sword and the long knife collided with each other, making a crisp sound.
The cultivator obviously did not expect Luo Chen to counterattack so quickly, and his face changed slightly.
However, he was also a cultivator with strong cultivation after all, and he quickly stabilized his body and started a fierce confrontation with Luo Chen.
Seeing this, Qingshuang was not idle either. She flashed and came to another cultivator.
This cultivator was obviously much stronger than the previous one, but he did not take Qingshuang seriously.
However, when he really fought with Qingshuang, he found that he was wrong.
Although Qingshuang's martial arts were not as sharp as Luo Chen's, they were extremely flexible and changeable.
She was like a dancing butterfly, shuttling around the opponent, constantly looking for the opponent's flaws.
Finally, with a clever cooperation, she and Luo Chen launched an attack at the same time, knocking the two cultivators to the ground.
The ensuing battle became even more intense.
Luo Chen and Qing Shuang relied on their tacit cooperation and outstanding strength to overcome all the obstacles and defeat all the monks who tried to stop them.
Their names quickly spread in the ring and became the focus of everyone's attention.
However, they knew that the real challenge had just begun.
The spiritual stone in the center of the ring was their ultimate goal.
And to get it, they had to defeat all the monks who wanted to fight for it.
As time went on, there were fewer and fewer monks on the ring.
Those weaker monks had been eliminated, and the remaining ones were all real strong ones.
The battle between them became more intense and cruel.
Luo Chen and Qing Shuang also felt unprecedented pressure.
They knew that every battle to come would be a battle of life and death.
But they did not retreat, but strengthened their beliefs.
Finally, after countless battles and tests, they came to the center of the ring.
There, they saw the spiritual stone emitting brilliant light.
At the same time, they also saw several other strong men who also wanted to fight for this spiritual stone.
"It's finally this moment." Luo Chen whispered, his eyes flashing with determination and resoluteness.
Qingshuang also nodded, her heart was also full of expectation and nervousness.
She knew that the next battle would determine whether they could get this spiritual stone.
"Let's go!" Luo Chen took a deep breath and rushed to those strong men first.
Qingshuang followed closely behind, and the two fought side by side again to face the next challenge together.
This battle lasted for a whole day and night.
Luo Chen and Qingshuang relied on their outstanding strength and tacit cooperation to finally defeat all the strong men who wanted to compete for the spiritual stone.
When the last opponent fell in front of them, the whole arena was boiling.
"We won!" Luo Chen and Qingshuang smiled at each other, their faces were filled with the joy of victory.
The middle-aged man also showed a satisfied smile.
He walked in front of Luo Chen and Qingshuang and handed them the spiritual stone.
"You have shown extraordinary strength and tenacity, and this spiritual stone is what you deserve."
Luo Chen and Qing Shuang took the spiritual stone, their hearts full of gratitude.
They knew that this spiritual stone not only represented their victory and glory, but also represented their future hopes and dreams.
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After getting the spiritual stone, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang left the place quickly.
They planned to find an inn in this city.
For the time being, they would live there first.
Practice in seclusion for a while, absorb the spiritual power in the spiritual stone, and then think about other things.
"That inn called Fanchenju seems to be interesting, why don't we go there to have a look?"
Qing Shuang heard the words and looked in the direction pointed by Luo Chen. She saw an inn called "Fanchenju" not far away, which looked particularly warm and simple in the afterglow of the sunset.
On the signboard of the inn, a few large characters were outlined with gold edges. Although they had experienced wind and frost, they were still clearly visible, revealing a sense of precipitation of years.
"Okay, let's go to that one." Qingshuang smiled and nodded, and an inexplicable sense of intimacy also arose in her heart.
The two of them then quickened their pace and walked towards "Fanchenju".
Stepping into the inn, a faint aroma of tea and food intertwined and came to the nose, making people feel refreshed.
The decoration in the inn is simple and elegant, with wooden tables and chairs, bamboo screens, and every place reveals the craftsman's care and the elegance of life.
"Two guests, do you want to stay?" A middle-aged woman came up, she smiled, her eyes full of enthusiasm and kindness.
Luo Chen and Qingshuang looked at each other and nodded.
"Okay, please follow me." The middle-aged woman led them through several screens and came to a clean and tidy guest room.
She gently pushed open the door and let Luo Chen and Qingshuang go in to check.
The guest room was decorated very warmly, with a large wooden bed covered with soft bedding.
There was a desk by the window, and on the desk was a delicate oil lamp.
Outside the window was a lush bamboo forest. The breeze blew, and the bamboo leaves rustled, as if it was the most melodious music of nature.
"This place is nice, let's take this one." Luo Chen nodded with satisfaction, turned around and said to the middle-aged woman.
Qing Shuang also smiled and agreed.
"Okay, wait a moment, I'll go prepare hot water and food for you." After the middle-aged woman finished speaking, she turned and left, leaving behind a light footsteps.
Luo Chen and Qing Shuang smiled at each other, and then closed the door.
They knew that the next time would be a precious time for them to practice in seclusion and absorb the spiritual power of the spirit stone.
In the following days, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang hardly left the house.
Except for eating and resting every day, they spent the rest of their time in seclusion.
The spiritual power in the spirit stone continued to flow into their bodies, nourishing their meridians and dantian.
As time went by, their cultivation was constantly improving.
However, the retreat was not smooth sailing.
In the process of absorbing the spiritual power of the spirit stone, they also encountered many challenges and difficulties.
Sometimes, the spiritual power would suddenly become violent and impact their meridians.
Sometimes, they would fall into a deep enlightenment and could not extricate themselves.
But no matter what difficulties they encountered, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang overcame them all with their tenacious will and profound cultivation.
During this period, they often exchanged their cultivation experience and feelings with each other.
Luo Chen is good at swordsmanship and body skills. His swordsmanship is sharp and changeable. Qing Shuang is good at medical skills and hidden weapons. Her medical skills are superb and her hidden weapons are accurate.
The two learn from each other and draw on each other, making their cultivation more comprehensive and powerful.
Finally one day, when the last trace of spiritual power was absorbed by them, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang opened their eyes at the same time.
There was a dazzling light in their eyes, like two bright stars.
They knew that after this period of closed-door cultivation, their cultivation had made a qualitative leap.
"Qing Shuang, I feel that my current strength is much stronger than before."
Luo Chen stood up, stretched his muscles and bones, and felt the powerful force surging in his body.
"Me too."
Qing Shuang smiled and nodded, her eyes also flashed with confidence and determination, "Our current cultivation is enough to cope with more challenges."
The two smiled at each other and then planned to walk out of the guest room.
......
As soon as he opened the door, a dazzling light pierced Luo Chen's eyes.
He hadn't been out for a long time, and now he suddenly came out.
It really felt a little uncomfortable.
Luo Chen narrowed his eyes slightly, and after the sudden light gradually dissipated, he slowly adapted to the light outside.
He looked around and found that the corridor of the inn still maintained its tranquility and simplicity, but there was a hint of fresh air in the air, as if even time had slowed down here.
"It seems that the outside world has not changed much during our retreat." Luo Chen said softly, with a hint of emotion in his tone.
Qing Shuang also walked out of the guest room. She stood beside Luo Chen, also looking at the end of the corridor, with a flash of thought in her eyes.
"However, we have been in retreat for so long, and it's time to go out and take a walk to see the changes in the world."
Luo Chen nodded when he heard it. He did have such an idea.
Although retreat and practice are important, they cannot be isolated from the world.
They need to understand the dynamics of the outside world in order to better cope with future challenges.
So, the two decided to leave the inn and go for a walk in the city.
They walked through the busy streets, admiring the dazzling array of shops and the bustling crowds on both sides.
Everything here seemed so vibrant and full of energy.
While strolling in the city, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang accidentally discovered an interesting market.
This market is called "Treasure Pavilion", which brings together rare treasures and rare medicinal materials from all over the world.
They couldn't help but be attracted by this market and decided to go in and take a look.
After entering the Treasure Pavilion, they seemed to have entered a bizarre world.
