The Return of Stars to the Jianghu

Chapter 163 Obtaining the Power of Heaven and Encountering a Great Flood

In the days that followed, Luo Yifei, Shen Lixi, Su An, Qi Yuan, and others began searching for information throughout Tiandu City, hoping to find clues about the Immortal Spirit Realm and the power of the Heavenly Dao. They visited countless cultivators and martial arts practitioners, but obtained very little information, as if the entire Tiandu City was shrouded in a mysterious force.

However, just as they were feeling somewhat disappointed, unexpected news reached their ears. It was said that a mysterious light had appeared on a mountain peak outside Tiandu City. This light was intricately connected to the power of the Heavenly Dao, attracting countless cultivators to investigate.

Upon learning this news, Luo Yifei and the others immediately decided to head to that mountain to investigate. They knew that this might be the key to resolving the conflict between human cultivators and the demon race.

After a long and arduous journey, they finally arrived at the foot of the mountain. Sure enough, the mountain peak emitted a mysterious light. This light was dazzling, as if shrouding the entire mountain in a veil of mystery.

They carefully climbed the mountain peak, and saw that the source of the light was a huge stone cave. The cave's interior was spacious and filled with all sorts of strange runes and arrays. They knew that this was the place they were looking for.

The four of them supported each other and walked forward step by step. Suddenly, a powerful energy surged from the depths of the cave, making them feel dizzy. But they did not back down; instead, they gritted their teeth and continued forward.

After a difficult search, they finally found the source of the power of Heaven's Dao—a gigantic gemstone. This gemstone radiated a dazzling light, seemingly containing boundless power. They knew that if they could master the power of this gemstone, they could resolve the conflict between human cultivators and the demon race.

However, at that moment, a strong tremor came from the depths of the cave. They turned around and saw a group of cultivators rushing towards them. These cultivators were there to seize the power of the Heavenly Dao. They knew that Luo Yifei and the others had found the gem, so they decided to take action and seize it.

Faced with the attacks of these cultivators, Luo Yifei and the others did not back down. They knew this was a challenge they had to face. So, they all channeled their inner strength and engaged in a fierce battle with these cultivators.

After a fierce battle, Luo Yifei and his companions finally defeated the cultivators and successfully protected the gem that embodied the power of the Heavenly Dao. They knew that this gem was the key to resolving the conflict between human cultivators and the demon race, so they decided to bring it back to Qingluan Valley and have Senior Qingluan guide them on how to use the gem's power.

However, at that moment, the sky suddenly darkened, with huge, dark clouds gathering overhead, as if foreshadowing something big was about to happen. Immediately afterward, a clap of thunder boomed, followed by a torrential downpour that soaked the group to the bone.

Before they could recover from the sudden downpour, another massive torrent of water cascaded down the mountain, instantly engulfing their location. The group struggled to maintain their footing, but the powerful current seemed to possess a life of its own, relentlessly pushing them deeper into the water.

"Quick! Swim to higher ground!" Qi Yuan shouted, trying to use his internal energy to resist the impact of the flood, but with little effect. Upon hearing this, Luo Yifei and the others immediately swam vigorously to higher ground.

Upon hearing the roar of the floodwaters, Luo Yifei and the others felt a sense of foreboding. They knew that if they didn't find safe higher ground soon, the raging flood would mercilessly engulf them. Therefore, without hesitation, they swam vigorously towards higher ground, resolutely moving forward despite the swift current.

After a long and arduous struggle, they finally found a high place—a huge rock platform large enough for the four of them to take shelter. They quickly climbed onto the platform, panting heavily with exhaustion, and looked down at the floodwaters raging like a ferocious beast.

Luo Yifei wiped the water droplets from his face. His complexion was slightly pale, clearly indicating that the struggle had depleted a great deal of his internal energy. He took a deep breath, steadied himself, and then said in a low voice, "This flood came too suddenly. We have to be careful."

Shen Lixi nodded in agreement, saying, "That's right, this flood seems unusual. We must find a way to leave here as soon as possible, or the consequences will be unimaginable."

Just then, they suddenly felt a strong tremor coming from the ground. They looked up and saw that the distant mountains were collapsing, with large amounts of rocks and soil rolling down, forming mudslides that rushed towards them like giant dragons.

"Run!" Qi Yuan shouted, taking the lead and running into the distance. Luo Yifei and the others quickly followed, knowing that if they didn't escape in time, they would likely be buried by the mudslide.

They ran forward with all their might, but the mudslide was getting faster and faster, and soon caught up with them. They could only keep dodging the impact of the mudslide and looking for a chance to escape.

Just at this critical moment, a sword light suddenly flew from the side and accurately struck the front of the mudslide. The mudslide was instantly dispersed by the impact of the sword light, revealing a gap. Seeing this, Luo Yifei and the others were overjoyed and rushed towards the gap.

"Thank you for saving us, senior!" Luo Yifei and the others said gratefully. They turned around and saw a middle-aged man in a green robe standing there, holding a long sword, looking at them with cold eyes.

"Who are you? Why are you here?" the middle-aged man asked.

Luo Yifei stepped forward and respectfully replied, "We are cultivators from Mars, who came here to find a way to resolve the conflict between human cultivators and the demon race. We did not intend to disturb you, senior; we were simply trapped by this sudden flood."

"Oh? So you're a cultivator from Mars." The middle-aged man was slightly taken aback, then nodded and said, "I am a disciple of Qingluan Valley, named Qingming. I have already heard about what happened here. Since you have come to resolve the conflict between the two races, I will do my best to help you."

After saying that, Qingming swung his sword again, and a huge sword aura burst forth from the tip, cleaving a crack in the mountain peak in front of them. Seeing this, Luo Yifei and the others quickly seized the opportunity to rush into the crack.

The space inside the crevice was dark and narrow, but the four of them felt a sense of security they had never felt before. They knew that if they could safely pass through the crevice, they would be able to leave this dangerous place.

After a difficult trek, they finally emerged from the crevice. Before them lay an unfamiliar sight—a majestic mountain peak stood before them, shrouded in mist, as if they were in a fairyland.

"This is Qingluan Valley," Qingming said. "I will take you to see my master, Senior Qingluan. She is the head of our Qingluan Valley and a senior who has cultivated for a hundred years."

Upon hearing this, Luo Yifei and the others were overjoyed. They knew that Senior Qingluan was the leader of Qingluan Valley and their main target for this trip. So, after expressing their gratitude to Qingming, they followed him into the depths of Qingluan Valley.

In a cave deep within Qingluan Valley, they met Senior Qingluan. Although Senior Qingluan had cultivated for a hundred years, her appearance was as beautiful as a young girl's. Her eyes were deep and bright, revealing a unique wisdom and majesty.

Qi Yuan and his group had been saved by Senior Qingluan twice before, and were therefore filled with gratitude towards her. Luo Yifei and his group had also recently met Senior Qingluan and were deeply impressed by her. Now, seeing her again, they were all filled with respect and gratitude.