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

He planned to use this Talisman Paper to temporarily seal the rift, buying them time to escape.

The Talisman Paper burned in Luo Chen's hand, transforming into a beam of golden light that flew towards the rift.

At the moment the golden light touched the rift, it began to slowly close.

Luo Chen seized this opportunity to swiftly pass through the rift with Qing Shuang and Hong Ling, returning to the entrance of the basement.

They sprinted quickly up the stairs, successfully escaping the basement just before the ruins completely collapsed.

As they stood at the entrance of the ruins, watching the ruins behind them disappear completely within the dust, the three couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.

"This mission was truly perilous." Hong Ling remarked.

Luo Chen nodded, looking at the Ancient Tome in his hand, feeling a sense of accomplishment in his heart.

He knew that this mission not only brought them a handsome reward, but more importantly, they learned many valuable lessons in this adventure.

"Let's head back." Luo Chen said with a smile.

The three of them set off on the journey back with the Ancient Tome.

After all, they had completed the mission.

There always needs to be an account.

The yields from the mission naturally cannot be missed.

Luo Chen, Qing Shuang, and Hong Ling stood at the entrance of the ruins, looking at the ruins disappearing behind them into dust, feeling emotional within.

They knew that this mission not only brought them a handsome reward, but more importantly, they learned many valuable lessons in this adventure.

"Let's head back."

Luo Chen said with a smile, his gaze fell upon the Ancient Tome in his hand, it's a book recording ancient Sect secret techniques, to them, it's not just a book, it's an invaluable treasure.

Qing Shuang and Hong Ling nodded, they knew that although the mission was complete, the road ahead might not be easy.

They must carefully safeguard this Ancient Tome, ensuring that it does not fall into the hands of those with ill intentions.

"We need to find a safe place to first study the contents of this Ancient Tome."

Qing Shuang suggested, knowing that the Ancient Tome might hide many unknown secrets, secrets that could significantly impact their future.

Luo Chen agreed with Qing Shuang's proposal, they decided not to hurry back to the employer but to find a secluded place to carefully study the contents of the Ancient Tome. They knew the value of this Ancient Tome far exceeded the employer's reward, and they must handle it cautiously.

Leaving the ruins, the three of them headed towards the nearby mountains.

They chose a hidden cave as their temporary abode. Though the cave was simple, it was enough for them to study the Ancient Tome in peace.

Luo Chen carefully placed the Ancient Tome on a flat stone, then lit a bonfire to provide light and warmth for the cave.

Qing Shuang and Hong Ling prepared some simple food on the side, knowing they might need long periods of focus and physical strength in the coming days.

"Where do we start?"

Hong Ling asked, curiously flipping through the cover of the Ancient Tome, the patterns on it seemed to tell an ancient story.

Luo Chen pondered for a moment, then said, "We'll start from the table of contents, see if we can find some clues to understand the structure and contents of this Ancient Tome."

Seated around the bonfire, they began carefully poring over the Ancient Tome.

The table of contents recorded numerous chapters, each chapter seemed to correspond to a different secret technique or historical account.

Luo Chen decided to start reading from the first chapters, hoping to find some clues from them.

As their reading deepened, they found that this Ancient Tome was not just a book documenting secret techniques, it also contained the rise and fall of this ancient Sect, along with some records of internal struggles within the Sect.

These contents provided them important clues for understanding the story behind the Ancient Tome.

"Look here." Qing Shuang pointed to a page, saying, "It mentions a secret technique called 'Heavenly Lock', which seems related to the Formation we encountered in the basement."

Luo Chen and Hong Ling leaned over, carefully reading the content Qing Shuang pointed out.

They discovered that the "Heavenly Lock" secret technique was not only a powerful defensive method but also could be used to seal certain powerful existences.

"If we can master this secret technique, then many dangers we face in the future can be easily resolved." Luo Chen said, his eyes gleaming with excitement.

Hong Ling nodded, knowing mastering such a secret technique would undoubtedly be a significant enhancement for them.

But she also cautioned, "However, we shouldn't rush, we must first thoroughly understand the principles and application of this secret technique."

Luo Chen and Qing Shuang both agreed with Hong Ling's view, they decided to divide the content of the Ancient Tome into parts, each responsible for researching a section, then exchange their insights.

Days passed by, they practically devoted all their time to researching the Ancient Tome.

The cave was filled with the sound of their discussions, sometimes heated debates, sometimes excited discoveries.

Finally, during a late night, Luo Chen discovered a hidden paragraph on the last page of the Ancient Tome.

This paragraph seemed written in a special ink, only visible under certain light conditions.

"Come quick!" Luo Chen shouted excitedly, Qing Shuang and Hong Ling gathered immediately.

They carefully read the paragraph, finding it was a detailed solution to the "Heavenly Lock" secret technique.

This paragraph not only meticulously described the method of casting the secret technique but also mentioned some precautions and potential risks.

"We've found it!" Qing Shuang said excitedly, knowing mastering this secret technique would give them even greater power.

Luo Chen nodded, deciding to immediately attempt casting the "Heavenly Lock" secret technique.

Carefully following the description in the Ancient Tome, Luo Chen began arranging a complex Formation in the center of the cave.

Qing Shuang and Hong Ling assisted at the side, placing various unique talisman stones and herbs according to the Ancient Tome's instructions.

As the Formation gradually took shape, a mysterious aura began filling the cave.

"Luo Chen, are you sure this is safe?" Hong Ling asked with some concern, knowing such ancient secret techniques often carried unpredictable risks.

Luo Chen paused his actions, seriously looking at Hong Ling, "We've come this far, if we don't try, we'll never know the true power of this secret technique.

Moreover, I believe we can control it."

Qing Shuang also nodded, having unconditional trust in Luo Chen, "We've prepared very thoroughly, Luo Chen, please continue."

Luo Chen took a deep breath, then continued arranging the Formation.

He placed the final talisman stone in the center of the Formation as described in the Ancient Tome.

Suddenly, the air in the entire cave seemed to solidify, a powerful energy began gathering within the Formation.

"Quick, according to the method in the Ancient Tome, inject your Spiritual Power!" Luo Chen shouted.

Qing Shuang and Hong Ling immediately followed the instructions, slowly injecting their Spiritual Power into the Formation.

The Spiritual Power of the trio interwove within the Formation, forming dazzling rays of light.

As time passed, the light grew increasingly intense until the entire cave was filled with brilliant radiance.

At that moment, the "Heavenly Lock" secret technique mentioned in the Ancient Tome was finally successfully cast.

An invisible force spread from the Formation, seemingly capable of locking everything within heaven and earth.

Luo Chen, Qing Shuang, and Hong Ling felt a powerful energy circulating within them, knowing they had mastered this formidable secret technique.

"We did it!" Hong Ling jumped up in excitement, her eyes gleaming with joy.

Luo Chen smiled at his two partners, "Yes, we did it, now we have stronger power to face more challenges."