Immortality Cultivation: I Can increase My Stats Using Clansmen's Qi-Blood

"However, I must warn you, this valley is fraught with danger, inhabited by powerful demonic beasts and packed with traps and trials. If you're not careful, it could cost you your lives."

"Therefore, you must proceed with caution."

The ten disciples heard this and felt a shiver in their hearts.

They understood that this trial was extremely difficult, and a single misstep could lead to death.

Yet, they also knew that this was a test concerning the life and death of the Luo Family, and they had to give it their all.

So, they took a deep breath and ventured into the valley.

Inside the valley, it was pitch black, with visibility reduced to zero.

They could only rely on their weak spiritual energy to sense their surroundings and cautiously move forward.

Soon, they encountered their first demonic beast, a giant black bear.

This black bear was enormous, with immense strength. One swipe of its paw could flatten a small mountain.

The ten disciples were startled, yet they didn't back down. They drew their weapons and engaged it in battle.

After a fierce fight, they finally defeated the black bear but sustained quite a few injuries themselves.

Nevertheless, they didn't stop to rest and continued onward.

Along the way, they faced various powerful demonic beasts and traps, each time escaping by the skin of their teeth.

With unwavering determination and exceptional skill, they eventually found the spirit grass known as 'Thousand-Year Ice-Heart Grass'.

They brought the spirit grass out and handed it to the man in the black robe.

The man in the black robe examined the spirit grass carefully, then nodded and said, "Well done, you've passed the test."

"Now, I can reveal to you that I am one of the guardians of the Northern Desolate Divine Continent, responsible for the safety of this land. The Luo Family is fortunate to have disciples like you."

Luo Ping and the others were overjoyed upon hearing this.

The man in the black robe continued, "However, don't celebrate too early. The Northern Desolate Divine Continent is currently facing a great crisis, and I need your help. Are you willing to join me in defending the Northern Desolate Divine Continent?"

Luo Ping and the others nodded without hesitation.

Nevertheless, Luo Ping couldn't resist asking softly, "What kind of crisis is it that even you, senior, find difficult to handle?"

The man in the black robe looked deeply at Luo Ping, his eyes flashing a trace of solemnity. He slowly said, "The Northern Desolate Divine Continent is the border region of the Xuanyuan Continent, holding endless treasures and opportunities, but equally countless dangers."

"In recent years, certain forbidden lands in the Northern Desolation have begun to show unusual phenomena, with strong demonic qi leaking out and gradually eroding this land."

"I suspect this is the remnant of the sealed Demon Clan, secretly amassing power to stir up chaos once more."

"The Demon Clan?" Luo Ping and the others were shocked upon hearing this.

Though they had heard of the Demon Clan's name, they had never truly experienced the terror of the Demon Clan.

The man in the black robe nodded and continued, "The Demon Clan is one of the most evil races in the world, inherently bloodthirsty and war-loving, they take pleasure in devouring living beings."

"In the past, with our combined efforts, we suppressed and sealed the Demon Clan."

"But now, it seems they're secretly regaining strength, poised to return."

"Senior, how should we respond?" Luo Ping couldn't help but ask.

The man in the black robe pondered for a moment and said, "Firstly, we need to strengthen the defenses of the Northern Desolation, ensuring that the Demon Clan can't easily breach the seal. Secondly, we need to find more talented disciples, train them into powerful warriors, and collectively resist the Demon Clan's invasion."

"My Luo Family is willing to contribute its efforts to defend the Northern Desolate Divine Continent!" Luo Ping promptly declared.

The man in the black robe nodded in approval and said, "Good, then I shall trouble the Luo Family. However, this matter is of great importance, and we must act cautiously. I will first send people to investigate those forbidden lands, then make further plans."

Luo Ping and the others nodded in agreement.

They understood that this trial was not only about the survival of the Luo Family but also the safety of the entire Northern Desolate Divine Continent.

They had to give their all to live up to their responsibilities.

In the days that followed, the Luo Family was fully engaged in preparing for the impending crisis.

They bolstered the family's defensive forces and actively sought and cultivated talented disciples.

Meanwhile, after passing the man in the black robe's test, Luo Yao and the other ten disciples received special training from the family.

They were given more resources and opportunities, and their strength continued to increase.

Time flew by, and before they knew it, a year had passed.

On this day, the man in the black robe visited the Luo Family once more.

He brought startling news—the Demon Clan had begun to act!

According to the man in the black robe, they discovered traces of the Demon Clan in a forbidden land of the Northern Desolation.

The remnants of the Demon Clan had breached part of the seal and were expanding their influence.

Luo Ping and the others were deeply concerned upon hearing this.

They realized that this crisis was imminent.

The man in the black robe continued, "To address this crisis, I need your Luo Family to dispatch an elite team to assist me in eliminating those remnants of the Demon Clan."

Luo Ping promptly nodded and said, "Our Luo Family is willing to contribute its efforts to defend the Northern Desolate Divine Continent! However, we need some time to prepare."

The man in the black robe nodded and said, "Alright, you have three days to prepare. After three days, we'll gather here and head to the forbidden land."

Luo Ping and the others immediately sprang into action.

They selected an elite team, prepared ample supplies and weapons.

At the same time, they informed the entire Luo Family, ensuring everyone was ready to respond to the crisis.

Three days later, led by Luo Ping, the Luo Family's elite team set out with the man in the black robe for the forbidden land.

...

Led by the man in the black robe, the Luo Family's team embarked on the journey to the forbidden land.

After several days of trekking, they finally arrived at the entrance of the forbidden land.

There stood a huge stone gate, engraved with mysterious runes and patterns.

According to the man in the black robe, this stone gate was the only way into the depths of the forbidden land.

Luo Ping and the others stood before the stone gate, filled with tension and anticipation.

The man in the black robe gestured for everyone to prepare to enter the forbidden land.

Luo Ping and the others immediately raised their weapons, adjusted their state, and prepared to face the upcoming challenges.

With the man in the black robe's command, everyone pushed open the stone gate.

A strong aura rushed at them, causing them to feel suffocated.

However, they did not retreat; instead, they entered with determination.

Inside the forbidden land, they found it starkly different from the outside world.

Here, dense demonic qi and eerie runes abounded, creating a sense of oppression and unease.

Additionally, they noticed many powerful demonic creatures roaming about...

"What are those?"

"Are they all the Demon Clan that Senior mentioned?"

"It truly is..."

"Inconceivable!"

Luo Ping surveyed the scene before him and couldn't help but inquire in a low voice to the man in black beside him.

The man in black nodded, his gaze deep as if perceiving everything. He spoke solemnly, "Yes, these are the Demon Clan, remnants sealed within the forbidden land."

"Though their strength doesn't match the Demon Clan army of the past, they're not foes you can easily defeat."

Luo Ping and the others heard this and their expressions grew graver.

The man in the black robe observed them, smiled slightly, and said, "However, there's no need for excessive worry. As long as you stay vigilant and utilize your strength, you will surely overcome them."

Luo Ping and the others heard this and gained a trace of confidence.

They knew they weren't fighting alone, as they had the support of strong allies like the man in the black robe.