NOVEL WEB Chapter 788: Seeking Iron Spirit Grass!
"We can't let them take the Iron Spirit Grass just like that," Qing Shuang said firmly.
Luo Chen pondered for a moment, then said, "We need to come up with a plan that protects the Iron Spirit Grass without confronting them directly."
Qing Shuang nodded, knowing that Luo Chen always had a way.
"We could use Illusion Technique Talismans to create illusions to confuse them," Qing Shuang suggested.
A flicker of approval crossed Luo Chen's eyes, "Good idea, Qing Shuang, let's try it."
They began to quietly set up the Illusion Technique Talismans, their movements graceful, trying not to make any noise.
Soon, several illusions appeared in the valley, some were fierce Demonic Beasts, others were bottomless cliffs.
The group of cultivators was bewildered by the illusions, running around chaotically, some even trapped in the Illusion Realm created by Luo Chen and Qing Shuang, unable to extricate themselves.
"Now is the time, let's go get the Iron Spirit Grass," Luo Chen whispered.
Taking advantage of the chaos, they quickly gathered some Iron Spirit Grass.
Just as they were about to leave, someone among those lost in the Illusion Realm suddenly awakened.
At the same time, they discovered Luo Chen and Qing Shuang.
"Stop! Who are you? What are you doing here?" the person shouted angrily, their voice full of vigilance.
Luo Chen and Qing Shuang exchanged a glance, realizing it was impossible to hide any longer, stepped forward.
"We are Artifact Refiners here looking for refining materials." Luo Chen replied calmly.
"Artifact Refiner?" the person sneered, "Do you think you can fool us like that? The treasures in this valley aren't something you can covet!"
Qing Shuang furrowed her brows and retorted, "Treasures go to those who are destined, we found our way here by skill too."
Clearly unconvinced, the person, along with the group of cultivators behind them, drew their weapons, and the atmosphere instantly became tense.
"In that case, let us see your skills!" the person shouted, launching an attack on Luo Chen and Qing Shuang.
Not to be outdone, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang quickly drew their own Magic Artifacts, ready to fight.
The Blue Moon Sword in Luo Chen's hand emitted a ghostly blue light, while Qing Shuang wielded an Ice Crystal Longsword, exuding chilling air.
The battle was about to begin, with Luo Chen and Qing Shuang engaging in fierce combat with their opponents, relying on their coordinated cooperation.
Luo Chen's Swordsmanship was agile, the Blue Moon Sword slicing beautiful arcs in the air, while Qing Shuang's Ice Crystal Longsword resembled an icy dance, each swing carried a biting cold.
"You two, don't think that just having some skills makes you arrogant in front of us!" the leader roared, their Longsword swinging flames attempting to suppress Luo Chen and Qing Shuang.
Though Luo Chen and Qing Shuang were at a disadvantage, they didn't panic, knowing that if they persisted, they would find a weakness in their opponents.
"Qing Shuang, use your Ice Sealing Talisman!" Luo Chen shouted amid the struggle.
Qing Shuang immediately took out a talisman from her bosom, chanting the Curse, and threw the talisman at their opponents.
The talisman transformed into frost in the air, temporarily sealing the opponents' flames.
Luo Chen took the opportunity to swing his sword, the Blue Moon Sword slicing cold light through the frost, directly targeting the opponent leader's vital spots.
The opponent leader, bound by frost, sluggishly, couldn't completely dodge Luo Chen's attack, and was slashed on the arm by the Blue Moon Sword.
"Ah!" the person cried out in pain, stepping back a few paces, their subordinates rushed forward to assist.
Luo Chen and Qing Shuang knew they couldn't fight for long; taking advantage of the opponent's chaos, they quickly retreated, preparing to flee the valley.
"Don't let them escape!" the opponent leader roared, but Luo Chen and Qing Shuang had already disappeared at the valley's exit.
The two hurried all the way until they were sure they were safe before stopping to catch their breath.
"Luo Chen, are you okay?" Qing Shuang asked with concern.
Luo Chen shook his head; although a little tired, he was not seriously injured.
"We need to find a place to rest and then leave Luojia Mountain as soon as possible."
Qing Shuang nodded; they knew this encounter might attract more trouble, so they needed to leave this place of trouble quickly.
On the edge of Luojia Mountain, they found a hidden cave to rest temporarily.
Luo Chen took out some Elixirs, and after they consumed them, they began to recover their strength.
"This was really thrilling." Qing Shuang exclaimed.
"Indeed, but it's not without reward." Luo Chen smiled and took out the Iron Spirit Grass they collected.
Qing Shuang looked at the Iron Spirit Grass, a trace of comfort flashed in her eyes.
"With these, we can refine better Magic Artifacts when we go back."
"Yes, and this experience has also allowed us to grow quite a bit," Luo Chen said.
After resting for a while, they decided to continue on the road.
They knew, although Luojia Mountain was fraught with danger, it was also full of opportunities.
By being cautious, they could always find the materials they needed.
In the following days, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang continued to explore Luojia Mountain, avoiding many dangers and also harvesting many precious refining materials.
Although they occasionally encountered some cultivators, they carefully avoided conflict.
Finally, in a chance discovery, they found a hidden cave, where a rare plant called "Purple Heart Vine" grew, which greatly helped enhance the spiritual nature of Magic Artifacts.
"Luo Chen, look over there!" Qing Shuang exclaimed in delight, pointing to the depths of the cave.
Following Qing Shuang's direction, Luo Chen saw a purple light at the depths of the cave, with several Purple Heart Vines growing within the light.
```