Chapter 56 Crisis 2
Qin Feng and his companions quietly approached the stone tower in the dark valley. This huge black stone tower stood in the center of the flat ground. The tower was engraved with strange runes, as if telling of some ancient and evil power. The surrounding fortifications were densely packed, which was obviously carefully arranged by the dark sect to protect the core magic array here.
"This stone tower doesn't look simple. The magic array around it seems to be related to some powerful sealing force." Ye Li said in a low voice after observing for a while. Her frost fox was also vigilantly patrolling the surrounding movements.
Qin Feng nodded in agreement: "We must find a way to enter the stone tower and destroy the core magic circle inside. If this stronghold can be destroyed, the actions of the Dark Cult will be severely damaged."
Chu Tian looked around and found a hidden path that led to the side of the stone tower, where there seemed to be an entrance that was not completely blocked. "There seems to be a road leading to the inside of the stone tower. We can sneak in from there." He said.
"Okay, everyone, be careful and try not to alarm the guards." Qin Feng made the decision and then led everyone to move quietly towards the trail.
They moved forward cautiously, using the night and the surrounding terrain as cover, and successfully avoided several sentries. As they got closer to the stone tower, the cold air in the air became thicker, as if everything here was resisting their approach.
"We have to speed up. The magic circle here seems to be getting stronger." Zhang Meng said in a low voice. His giant rock bear walked quietly beside him, as if it also felt the potential threat.
Qin Feng nodded in agreement. They quickened their pace and finally arrived at the entrance of the stone tower. This entrance was hidden behind a vine and it was difficult to find without careful observation. Qin Feng pushed aside the vines and revealed the stone door leading to the interior of the stone tower.
"This is where we are going to enter." Qin Feng whispered, "Everyone get ready, we may face greater danger after we go in."
Ye Li, Chu Tian and Zhang Meng nodded to show that they understood, and then they entered the stone tower one by one, entering the core stronghold of this dark sect.
The space inside the stone tower was unusually spacious, but the air was filled with an indescribable sense of oppression. The walls were covered with ancient runes, as if whispering some forgotten secrets. In the niches on both sides of the corridor were placed various strange devices and bottles, which flashed strange lights and were obviously related to some dark magic.
"These devices look like some kind of props that enhance the power of the magic circle." Ye Li said after careful observation. Her frost fox explored the corridor, making low hissing sounds from time to time, as if warning of potential danger.
"It seems that they have set up a lot of traps and defensive measures here. We must be more careful." Qin Feng reminded. He clenched the Dragon Shadow Sword in his hand, ready to deal with emergencies at any time.
They moved forward cautiously along the corridor, trying to find the way to the core area of the stone tower. However, as they went deeper, the chill in the air gradually intensified, and the surrounding environment became more and more gloomy.
Suddenly, a strong spiritual power wave came from the front, and then several members of the dark sect in black robes appeared in front of them. These black-robed people were obviously the guards inside the stone tower. The weapons in their hands flashed a dark red light, revealing an evil aura.
"They have discovered us, prepare for battle!" Qin Feng gave an order and immediately stepped forward.
The battle broke out instantly, and the black-robed man launched a fierce attack. Their martial spirits were all dark-attributed soul beasts, and their attack methods were extremely strange and difficult to defend against. Qin Feng and others quickly dispersed, using their respective advantages to engage in a fierce battle with the other side.
Qin Feng wielded the Dragon Shadow Sword and fought with a man in black robes. The other party's martial spirit was a huge black bat that could control shadows to attack. Qin Feng quickly dodged and used the power of thunder and lightning to repel the other party's attack.
Ye Li used the cold air of the frost fox to suppress another black-robed man, whose martial soul was a dark venomous snake, whose attacks were highly poisonous, but whose movements were restricted by the cold air. Ye Li seized the opportunity and knocked the man down with an "Ice Slash".
Zhang Meng and Chu Tian cooperated well, and their soul beasts were powerful, gaining the upper hand in the head-on confrontation. The giant rock bear used its strong defense to resist the opponent's attack, while the storm wolf quickly shuttled between the enemies and severely damaged them with its thunder claws.
After a fierce battle, Qin Feng and his companions finally defeated the black-robed guards. They had no time to rest and continued to move forward quickly, trying to find the location of the core magic circle as soon as possible.
After walking for a while, they finally arrived at the central hall of the stone tower. In the center of the hall stood a huge magic circle, in the center of which floated a black energy core, emitting a strong dark aura. The surrounding air seemed to be frozen, making people feel bone-chillingly cold.
"This is the core magic circle." Qin Feng whispered, his eyes flashing with determination, "As long as it is destroyed, this stronghold will be completely paralyzed."
Ye Li stepped forward and carefully observed the structure of the magic circle: "This magic circle is extremely complex. Directly attacking the core may cause backlash. We must find the device that controls the magic circle and destroy it."
Qin Feng nodded: "Okay, let's split up and look for the control device to destroy this magic circle as soon as possible."
They began to search the hall, carefully checking every corner. Suddenly, Chu Tian found a control device behind a hidden wall, which was directly connected to the energy core of the magic circle.
"Found it!" Chu Tian shouted excitedly, "There is a control device here. As long as we destroy it, we can destroy the magic circle!"
Qin Feng and Ye Li rushed over immediately, and together they destroyed the device. With a loud bang, the energy core of the magic circle began to vibrate violently, and the surrounding air seemed to be torn apart.
"Retreat quickly! This place is going to collapse!" Qin Feng shouted loudly, and he and his companions quickly evacuated.
The moment they rushed out of the stone tower, the entire tower began to shake violently. Huge stones fell from the top of the tower. The entire structure collapsed in an instant, raising a huge cloud of dust.
Although they successfully destroyed an important stronghold of the Dark Sect, Qin Feng knew in his heart that the battle was far from over. They had to move forward and uncover the greater conspiracy hidden in the darkness.
With mixed feelings, Qin Feng and his companions set out on the road back to the academy. They knew that the battle with the Dark Sect had just begun, and there would be more challenges waiting for them on the road ahead.
