mtl008 Chapter 184 Mysterious Aura
Chapter 184 Mysterious Aura
Zhuang Yu took Wang Yao's hand and walked out of the messy stone chamber, where the air was still filled with the burnt smell of the battle.
Suddenly, a bright and clear light came into view.
That was a spirit crystal vein, like a winding galaxy, embedded deep in a dark cave, radiating a captivating glow.
Each crystal shimmers with dazzling brilliance, as if containing boundless spiritual power, telling the story of the years it has endured.
Zhuang Yu looked around, feeling the surging spiritual energy within his body. It was the feeling of fullness brought about by the recent great battle and the absorption of spiritual energy dissipated from the mineral vein.
He took a deep breath, and the faint, refreshing fragrance of spiritual energy filled the air, penetrating his lungs and giving him an indescribable sense of comfort.
A slight smile played on his lips. This spirit crystal mine was the result of his arduous journey, a testament to his strength and a cornerstone for his future.
He turned to look at Wang Yao beside him. She still had that calm demeanor, but there was a hint of joy in her eyes, like a spring breeze that made people feel especially warm.
Zhuang Yu held her hand tightly, a surge of tenderness welling up in his heart.
Being able to share this joy with her made him feel more fulfilled than acquiring any treasure.
"Now it's time to take proper control of this place," Zhuang Yu said softly, a hint of excitement in his voice.
He took out a magical artifact with an ancient design from the mysterious space.
The magical artifact was a pale gold color, engraved with mysterious runes, and radiated powerful spiritual energy.
The moment the magic weapon appeared in his hand, the entire mine seemed to tremble slightly, as if it were submitting to its new master.
Zhuang Yu channeled his spiritual power into the magic weapon, which began to slowly rotate, emitting a buzzing sound. A powerful force instantly enveloped the entire mine.
The originally disordered spiritual energy, at that moment, seemed like a tamed wild beast, and began to gather and flow in an orderly manner according to the guidance of the magic weapon.
The scattered spirit crystals, under the control of the magic weapon, seemed to be summoned and began to gather towards the central area, gradually forming a denser and more dazzling sea of spirit crystals.
The whole process was smooth and natural, as if it were the workings of nature, leaving no room for doubt.
Zhuang Yu stood at the center of the spirit crystal mine, like an emperor who controlled the heavens and the earth, looking down on this territory that belonged to him.
The light emanating from the mineral vein shone on his face, making his features even more handsome and upright, exuding an unparalleled domineering aura.
"Let's go, let's go explore the depths of this mine." Zhuang Yu took Wang Yao's hand and walked deeper into the mine, his tone full of anticipation.
Suddenly, a wild and arrogant roar came from behind.
A violent surge of spiritual energy swept in from behind, accompanied by a hysterical roar: "Zhuang Yu! You little beast! I'll kill you!"
Bai Mei, who had been defeated by Zhuang Yu earlier, was now like a madman, with disheveled hair, tattered clothes, bloodshot eyes, and a chillingly fierce light emanating from him.
He was surrounded by chaotic spiritual energy, which distorted the surrounding space into bizarre shapes.
The rubble on the ground trembled violently with the surge of violent spiritual energy, emitting a piercing screeching sound. The air was filled with a heavy, nauseating smell of blood and burnt flesh.
Bai Mei had clearly used some kind of forbidden technique, risking his life force to fight Zhuang Yu to the death.
His face contorted in a ferocious grimace, and he let out a chilling, cold laugh: "Even if I can't have it, you won't get your hands on it either! I'm going to destroy this mine! We'll all be buried with it!"
Despite the sudden and frenzied attack, Zhuang Yu remained unusually calm.
A hint of disdain flashed in his deep eyes, and the corners of his mouth turned up slightly, forming a mocking arc.
"Overestimating yourself." He uttered four words indifferently, his tone full of contempt.
With a slight shift of his body, he easily dodged Bai Mei's seemingly ferocious attack.
Bai Mei's spiritual energy brushed past Zhuang Yu's sleeve, creating a sharp gust of wind, but it didn't harm him in the slightest.
The next moment, Zhuang Yu struck out with a backhand palm.
What appears to be a casual strike contains earth-shattering power.
The golden spiritual energy, like a surging river, instantly devoured Bai Mei's attack.
The surrounding puppet guards' remains were scattered and flew everywhere by the powerful spiritual force, creating a deafening roar.
Wang Yao stood to the side, her beautiful eyes sparkling with admiration as she quietly watched Zhuang Yu's heroic figure.
She could clearly feel the powerful pressure emanating from Zhuang Yu; it was the confidence of a strong person, and also a source of comfort for her.
Zhuang Yu exerted his strength again and easily broke Bai Mei's forbidden technique.
His attack, though lacking in flashy moves or earth-shattering force, contained all of Zhuang Yu's power.
Bai Mei's body flew backward like a kite with a broken string, crashing heavily into the mine wall.
A huge crack appeared in the hard mine wall instantly, and debris flew everywhere.
Bai Mei coughed up blood and collapsed to the ground. His originally greedy and arrogant expression was now extremely pathetic, a sight to behold.
"It's over," Zhuang Yu said calmly, his tone completely unwavering.
He turned around and walked towards Wang Yao...
Zhuang Yu turned around and walked towards Wang Yao, his steps steady, like a triumphant general.
He reached out and tightly grasped Wang Yao's soft, boneless hand. A warm current flowed from his palm and went straight to his heart.
Wang Yao's cheeks flushed slightly, like newly blossoming peach blossoms, delicate and beautiful.
She raised her head, her gaze gentle and tender. She nestled softly against Zhuang Yu, feeling the warmth emanating from him, and a sweet and reassuring feeling welled up in her heart.
Zhuang Yu felt Wang Yao's tenderness, and his heart was filled with warmth.
He looked down at the beauty in his arms, a gentle smile unconsciously curving his lips.
At this moment, he felt like he owned the world.
"Let's go," Zhuang Yu said softly, her tone full of affection.
Just as he was about to take Wang Yao away from this mine filled with smoke and blood to find peace and happiness for them, he suddenly stopped.
He raised his head, gazing intently at the dazzling spirit crystal vein before him, and a bold idea suddenly welled up in his mind.
He slowly stretched out his hand, palm facing upward, and a golden spiritual energy flowed slowly from his fingertips, like a swimming dragon, swirling and dancing in the air.
The spiritual energy emitted a soft light, illuminating the entire mine and also Wang Yao's puzzled face.
Wang Yao looked at Zhuang Yu in confusion, not understanding why he suddenly stopped.
Just as she was about to ask a question, she saw Zhuang Yu do something that shocked her.
Zhuang Yu slowly pushed the spiritual power in his hand toward the ore vein, chanting incantations.
As he moved, control of the mine, which he had originally controlled, began to gradually disperse, flowing to some weaker cultivators in the surrounding area.
Wang Yao stared wide-eyed, unable to believe what was happening before her eyes.
She didn't understand why Zhuang Yu would give up the mineral vein he had worked so hard to acquire.
This is a treasure that countless cultivators dream of!
But she quickly understood Zhuang Yu's thoughts.
Looking into Zhuang Yu's resolute eyes, she was filled with admiration and emotion.
She knew that Zhuang Yu did this not because he was weak, but because he had a heart broader than anyone else's.
He didn't want to keep this valuable resource for himself, but hoped to help more people in need.
"You..." Wang Yao's voice choked up; she didn't know how to express her feelings at that moment.
Zhuang Yu turned his head, smiled slightly at Wang Yao, and said, "Let's go."
Wang Yao nodded, held Zhuang Yu's hand tightly, and the two smiled at each other, everything understood without words.
Suddenly, Zhuang Yu's gaze sharpened as he looked towards the cave entrance...
Zhuang Yu took Wang Yao's hand and strode out of the mine.
The warm sunlight shone on me, dispelling the cold and dampness of the cave and bringing a long-lost sense of comfort.
Wang Yao took a deep breath; the fresh air, carrying the fragrance of earth and flowers, was invigorating.
She looked up at Zhuang Yu, the sunlight highlighting his sharply defined features, making him appear even more handsome.
As they emerged from the mine, the cultivators who had been waiting outside cast respectful glances their way.
They witnessed Zhuang Yu's heroic feat of fighting against multiple opponents and turning the tide, and they also witnessed his magnanimity in controlling and ultimately abandoning the spirit crystal mine.
At this moment, in their eyes, Zhuang Yu was no longer just a powerful cultivator, but a legendary figure worthy of respect.
Whispers spread through the crowd, mixed with admiration, envy, and even a hint of worship.
"That's Zhuang Yu? He's truly a promising young man!"
"To fight several Nascent Soul stage experts single-handedly and still escape unscathed—this level of strength is probably beyond the reach of even some veteran powerhouses!"
"What's even more admirable is his magnanimity; he actually gave up control of the spirit crystal mine, which is truly admirable!"
Sensing the gazes directed at him, Zhuang Yu remained calm, as if it were all perfectly natural.
He held Wang Yao's hand and led her through the crowd, each step firm and powerful, as if the earth beneath his feet was cheering for him.
The confidence and composure he exuded inspired everyone around him, making them want to follow in his footsteps.
Wang Yao nestled close to Zhuang Yu, feeling his warmth and strength.
She knew that Zhuang Yu did all this not for fame or fortune, but for the justice and righteousness in his heart.
This selflessness and dedication made her love the man in front of her even more.
They walked side by side, basking in the sunlight, looking like a divine couple, a sight to behold.
Just as they were about to leave the area, Zhuang Yu suddenly stopped.
He frowned slightly, his gaze drifting into the distance, a nameless unease rising within him.
Wang Yao noticed Zhuang Yu's unusual behavior and asked with concern, "What's wrong?"
Zhuang Yu did not answer. He closed his eyes, released his divine sense, and carefully perceived everything around him.
A barely perceptible fluctuation in the air caught his attention.
This fluctuation was extremely weak; if he hadn't possessed a powerful divine sense, he probably wouldn't have been able to detect it at all.
He suddenly opened his eyes; this aura…
Strange and mysterious, yet carrying a hint of danger, it resembles a primordial beast from ancient times, sending chills down one's spine.
"Let's go," Zhuang Yu said in a deep voice, his tone tinged with seriousness.
He grabbed Wang Yao's hand, quickened his pace, and ran off into the distance.
That mysterious aura, like a leech clinging to their bones, followed them closely, growing closer and clearer...