Fairy, Don't Be Afraid, I Am Blind

No wonder she died without warning...

"Let’s go in and take a look first."

Saying this, He Kongyue was the first to enter the cave.

The first thing he saw was the sword embedded in a jade monument.

The jade emitted a dark green glow, and the sword, with its simple yet graceful design, had been there for countless years yet remained as pristine as new, exuding a sharpness like cutting jade and shattering gold.

"So this is the Shadow-Bearing Sword mentioned by Huo Yuandi..."

He Kongyue stared blankly at the immortal sword, passed down for a thousand years. Even though he did not practice the Sword Dao, he could feel the extraordinary qualities of the sword.

These immortal weapons are crowned with the term ’immortal’ because they possess earth-shaking powers that can alter mountains and rivers, whether formed innately or acquired.

You Su is a lover of swords and a master of swords.

A good sword cultivator resonates with a good sword, naturally sensing each other’s ’emotions.’

Although Mo Song Sword has not reached the level of an immortal sword, it possesses enough spirituality. When You Su is excited, it trembles in response to battle intent.

Mo Song Sword is like this, but even more so with the Shadow-Bearing Sword; it need not be touched, yet You Su can feel its eagerness just by its presence.

It’s like an old maiden who has slept for a thousand years, finally seeing a dashing young man she’s pleased with...

Despite the inelegant metaphor, You Su had to admit, the thirst of this sword was indeed that palpable...

You Su suddenly felt a tremor at his waist; Mo Song Sword was trembling constantly, but not in fear of the immortal sword—in challenge?

You Su held the hilt, trying to calm Mo Song Sword.

"Mr. Chengying is not here; Mr. You, why not try to retrieve this sword?"

But You Su was not in a rush: "No, no one knows what will happen when pulling the sword. If it brings Mr. Chengying back, we will be doomed."

He Kongyue naturally understood this truth; Mr. Chengying was no longer human, but an evil spirit capable of creating followers!

"According to the Wind Weasel Array Disc’s guidance, the only exit to this tomb is to the north. Mr.He, this matter has already exceeded our control; no one could have imagined Mr. Chengying was still alive. To survive, we must contact the outside for rescue!"

He Kongyue was also solemn: "I’ve already tried, but various means of communication are unable to reach the outside world. It’s likely Mr. Chengying has cast other forbidden curses here."

"Not even the Xuanji Order?"

He Kongyue was momentarily stunned, a tense expression flashed across his face, then he shook his head:

"This forbidden curse was probably just set; communication with the outside world was possible at the waterfall. Mr. Huijun will surely notice something amiss when he can’t contact us and send reinforcements."

"This is Mr. Chengying’s tomb; external cultivators should have discovered it long ago, but no one has come in seeking fortune... Could it be they’ve all been blocked outside by Mr. Chengying?"

You Su was somewhat nervous; the severity of the situation far exceeded his imagination.

He suddenly recalled the incident where Cailing stole his jade orb...

Crushing the jade orb could summon the head elder, whose abilities should allow him to disregard the forbidden curses set by Mr. Chengying.

Could that witch have stolen the jade orb, anticipating he would end up in this dire situation?

But what was her goal? If she truly wanted him dead, she had countless opportunities to strike. Why force him into a desperate corner?

He Kongyue’s words interrupted You Su’s contemplation:

"It’s very possible; considering Mr. Chengying’s attitude towards Huo Yuandi, she likely wants others to apprentice under her, thus reviving the Shadow-accepting Sect, while actually turning them into her followers."

Returning upstream is clearly impossible; the mountain crevices there have likely been filled.

"There’s no other way; we’ll have to leave from here first." He Kongyue took a deep breath. "Even if Mr. Chengying is waiting outside the cave, we must send this last hope out!"

Perhaps worried about painting too grim a picture and frightening You Su, He Kongyue reassured:

"People seeking fortune in the Spirit Void Mountain Range include those of extraordinary status; perhaps they’ve already contacted reinforcements. Going outside will also help confirm the situation."

You Su paused: "Mr.He, have you not considered returning the way we came? Perhaps we can hide at the waterfall and escape danger..."

He Kongyue looked at You Su with surprise, then solemnly replied:

"Exorcising evil and saving the world is my heart’s wish. Though Mr. Chengying belongs to the Void Realm, she’s evil, and I will not stand by idly. If Mr. You is concerned, I can escort you back first."

At this point, how could You Su retreat? His heart was moved by He Kongyue’s enthusiasm, and he admired this friend greatly.

He Kongyue, though an ordinary cultivator, had such awareness, and he was not only a True Lord but also a Divine Son of the Exorcism Bureau—how could he act solely in his own interests?

You Su did not speak, but his actions provided the answer.

He grasped the hilt tightly and walked into the pitch-black corridor.

He Kongyue’s lips curled slightly, quickly following along.

But before the two had taken a few steps, a tremendous pressure descended upon them, making it difficult to move.

Ice-cold hands suddenly pressed on their shoulders:

"I didn’t expect to find two promising talents here... You are also here to attend the ascension ceremony of my Shadow-accepting Sect, aren’t you?"