NOVEL WEB Chapter 808: Workshop, Spirit Sound Bell! (Part 2)
Luo Chen caught the Talisman Paper, feeling the immense power contained within.
Without hesitation, he immediately placed the Talisman Paper onto his sword.
The sword instantly erupted in a dazzling light, and Luo Chen felt a surge of powerful energy flow into his body.
"Ha!" Luo Chen shouted, swinging his sword towards the mysterious figure.
The Sword Light streaked across the night sky like a meteor, carrying unparalleled power, directly striking the mysterious figure.
The mysterious figure sensed the threat and turned around, waving his staff in an attempt to block the lethal strike.
However, Luo Chen's sword momentum was unstoppable, directly breaking the staff, and the remaining Sword Light continued to assault the mysterious figure.
The mysterious figure let out a cry, surprised that Luo Chen could unleash such formidable power.
The Sword Light finally struck the mysterious figure, tearing apart the black robe and revealing a shocking truth.
The mysterious figure, or rather, the puppet being controlled, was actually a bizarre creature composed of Night Spirit Flowers.
Luo Chen, Qing Shuang, and everyone present were shocked. They had not expected that the Night Spirit Flowers could form such a terrifying entity.
"What...what is happening?" Luo Chen panted, feeling his strength rapidly waning.
Qing Shuang quickly rushed forward to support Luo Chen, knowing that he had exhausted all his strength.
"We must leave here," Qing Shuang said urgently.
Luo Chen nodded, knowing he could not fight any longer.
The other Sect Disciples and Elders also gathered, knowing this was the best time to retreat.
Under the guidance of Luo Chen and Qing Shuang, everyone began to withdraw orderly, passing through the stairs and leaving the underground space.
When they returned to the surface, the whole of Eternal Night Valley seemed to have returned to calm, as if everything that had happened was just a nightmare.
Luo Chen and Qing Shuang exchanged a glance, knowing that this expedition, though dangerous, had given them a deeper understanding of Night Spirit Flowers.
"Let's go back, the Sect needs to know everything," Luo Chen said.
Qing Shuang nodded, knowing Luo Chen was right; the Sect must be prepared to face more potential threats.
The group, full of exhaustion and doubt, embarked on the journey back to the Sect.
Not long after they left, the eerie howls echoed again from the depths of Eternal Night Valley, suggesting that this matter was far from over.
Luo Chen and Qing Shuang led the Sect's team slowly out of the shadows of Eternal Night Valley.
Sunlight streamed through the sparse clouds, shining on their weary faces, bringing them a trace of warmth.
Despite the physical fatigue, Luo Chen's mind was filled with thoughts about the future.
"Luo Chen, what do you think that mysterious figure truly was?" Qing Shuang asked as she walked, her voice tinged with weariness and confusion.
Luo Chen pondered for a moment before replying, "I'm not sure either, but it is definitely not human, and perhaps it has some mysterious connection with the Night Spirit Flowers."
"Then what should we do next?" Qing Shuang continued to ask, knowing that Luo Chen always came up with a plan.
"We need more information," Luo Chen said, "Upon returning to the Sect, I will request the Sect Master to convene all Elders to jointly study the secret of the Night Spirit Flowers."
Qing Shuang nodded, knowing that Luo Chen's decisions were always well-considered.
They continued forward, passing through woods and crossing streams, finally seeing the outline of the Sect as dusk approached.
Upon returning to the Sect, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang immediately reported what they had seen and heard in Eternal Night Valley to the Sect Master.
The Sect Master listened to their account with furrowed brows, evidently very concerned about this news.
"This matter is of great importance," the Sect Master said gravely, "I will immediately summon all Elders; we must uncover the secret of the Night Spirit Flowers and the identity of that mysterious figure."
After Luo Chen and Qing Shuang left, the Sect Master promptly issued orders, gathering all important figures within the Sect.
In the grand hall of the Sect, an urgent meeting about the Night Spirit Flowers quickly commenced.
"Esteemed Elders," the Sect Master stood in the center of the hall, voice serious, "Luo Chen and Qing Shuang have brought back vital intelligence. A great secret lies hidden within Eternal Night Valley, and we must reveal it as soon as possible."
The Elders nodded, aware of the gravity of the situation.
Luo Chen and Qing Shuang were also invited to the meeting, and they described in detail what they had seen and heard in Eternal Night Valley to everyone present.
"The existence of the Night Spirit Flowers is clearly more complex than we previously knew," an elderly Elder said, "We need more research to understand its true purpose."
"Moreover, the appearance of that mysterious figure also serves as a warning," another Elder added, "We must remain vigilant to prevent similar events from occurring again."
The meeting lasted several hours, with Sages within the Sect presenting their insights and suggestions.
Finally, the Sect Master made a decision.
"Luo Chen, Qing Shuang," the Sect Master turned to them, "Your task is not yet over; I need you to continue investigating the secret of the Night Spirit Flowers and uncover the identity of that mysterious figure."
Luo Chen and Qing Shuang respectfully accepted the task.
They knew this would be a path fraught with unknowns and dangers, but they also understood that it was their responsibility as Sect Disciples.
In the days that followed, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang began their investigation.
They perused all the Ancient Tomes within the Sect, searching for clues about the Night Spirit Flowers and the mysterious figure.
Meanwhile, they continually exchanged with other Sect Disciples, hoping to gather some useful information from them.
Day by day passed, and Luo Chen and Qing Shuang's investigation gradually made progress.
They discovered some ancient myths about the Night Spirit Flowers, which mentioned a mysterious connection between the Night Spirit Flowers and Eternal Night Valley.
"Look here," Qing Shuang pointed at the text on an Ancient Tome, "It's said that the Night Spirit Flowers are the guardian flowers of Eternal Night Valley, capable of absorbing the power of darkness to protect the peace within the valley."
Luo Chen nodded, finding this information very important, "Then, that mysterious figure might be controlled by the power of the Night Spirit Flowers."
"We need more evidence," Qing Shuang said, "Perhaps we should revisit Eternal Night Valley."
Luo Chen agreed with Qing Shuang's suggestion.
They decided to embark on another journey to Eternal Night Valley after making adequate preparations.
This time, naturally, more comprehensive preparations were needed.
They also needed to bring more items for self-defense.
Otherwise, one small mistake could leave them trapped in Eternal Night Valley forever, never to escape.
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After leaving the Sect, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang arrived at a workshop nearby where Immortal Cultivators gathered.
Luo Chen and Qing Shuang wandered around the bustling workshop, needing not only defensive items but also special Magic Artifacts that could aid their deep exploration of Eternal Night Valley.
The workshop bustled with noise, and various stalls were filled with an array of Cultivation Items, from Spirit Pills to treasures, offering everything one could wish for.
"Qing Shuang, look at this," Luo Chen pointed to a string of bells at one stall, where complex runes were engraved on the bells, emitting a faint Spirit Light.
Qing Shuang leaned in for a closer look and nodded, "This string of bells is called the 'Spirit Sound Bell.' It's said to ward off evil spirits, which might come in handy in Eternal Night Valley."
The stall owner, a shrewd middle-aged man, noticed Luo Chen and Qing Shuang's interest in the bells and eagerly introduced them, "You two have a good eye. This Spirit Sound Bell came from a distinguished person. Using it at night can avoid a lot of unnecessary trouble."
Luo Chen smiled faintly and, after some bargaining with the stall owner, finally purchased the Spirit Sound Bell at a reasonable price.
They continued to look around the workshop for other potentially useful items.
"Luo Chen, look at this," Qing Shuang discovered an old map at a stall in a corner, marked with some peculiar symbols.