The transmigrated wife is crazy and ruthless.

Chapter 357 Searching for the Fated One

Chapter 357: Searching for the Fated One

The road ahead became even more difficult; a wall appeared before them.

Immediately afterwards, instead of their images being reflected on the wall, a series of unknown scenes appeared.

Xiao Wan saw herself dressed in gorgeous clothes, becoming a queen;

Zhao Wanqing saw herself happily reunited with a man whose face she couldn't see.

Qiu Langyu, on the other hand, envisioned himself becoming an emperor, revered by thousands.

"This is the future you want."

A gentle voice came from inside.

"All of this is possible if you are willing to stop and move forward."

Xiao Wan bit her lip and shook her head, saying:

"I want to get out of this predicament with my owner!"

Zhao Wanqing also firmly stated:

"My partners and I made a promise that we must keep."

Qiu Langyu clenched his fists and said loudly:

"I only like a simple and down-to-earth life. No, these things don't belong to me!"

Upon hearing their reply, the mirror wall collapsed with a roar, revealing a tunnel of light ahead.

The three of them smiled at each other, their eyes filled with trust and support.

They knew that it was precisely because they abandoned evil thoughts and stayed true to their original aspirations that they successfully passed through this series of trials.

"We did it!"

Xiao Wan shouted excitedly.

When the three of them stepped out of the cave, the sight before them astonished them—the path leading to the light turned out to be another cave entrance.

And this hole was the very one they had initially entered.

Everything was so familiar, even the moisture in the air smelled the same.

The stone-armored behemoth still stands beside the cave entrance.

But this time, it was accompanied by an elderly man with white hair and a white beard.

He wore a gray robe, leaned on an intricately carved wooden cane, and had piercing eyes that seemed to see right through people's hearts.

Qiu Langyu was the first to react, and said with a wry smile:

"It turns out that the path of our trial is a great cycle, and the real entrance and exit are both here..."

No wonder something felt off.

The old man smiled slightly and nodded, saying:

"You guys are smart."

His voice was hoarse yet powerful, carrying the dignity that comes with age.

Zhao Wanqing couldn't help but ask:

"May I ask how I should address you, senior?"

The old man said, "When I was young, I was called Xuanxu, so just call me the Xuanxu Old Man."

The old man stroked his beard and slowly began to speak:

"Back then, Emperor Xuanzong was worried about the decline of the Tang Dynasty, so he ordered my Wu family to guard the treasure."

"Waiting for a destined person to find the treasure. And this stone-armored behemoth is my companion, named Xuan Beast."

"May I ask how many years you have been here, senior?"

Qiu Langyu asked.

“I was sent here when I was just over twenty to guard these precious things.”

But now, more than fifty years have passed, and the destined person has yet to pass the trials and find the treasure.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Wan gasped in shock.

"More than fifty years! Does that mean... you've been waiting for kindred spirits like us all this time?"

"No, the person I'm waiting for is not only someone destined to be with me, but also a righteous person with the heart to restore the Tang Dynasty."

The old man sighed.

"Many people come here, and some are so frightened by the sight of the stone-armored behemoth that they are scared out of their wits."

Some could not withstand the trials, harboring evil thoughts or greed, and ultimately perished here.

And you are the first to successfully pass all the tests.

Hearing this, the three of them were both surprised and proud.

Qiu Langyu bowed respectfully and asked solemnly:

"In that case, senior, could you please tell us where the treasure is located?"

The old man shook his head, a sly glint in his eyes:

"If it were really that simple, the world would probably be in constant strife."

To obtain the treasure, you must first unravel my mystical puzzle. Only those who solve this formation can claim the treasure.

Zhao Wanqing frowned:

"A fantastical mystery? That sounds very complicated..."

After pondering for a moment, Qiu Langyu suddenly seemed to realize something and said:

"Ah! It seems we still need to trouble Ziyue to come, as only she understands the essence of this kind of formation."

The old man seemed to have heard of the name before, a hint of approval in his eyes:

"Oh? I'd like to see if the master you mentioned can solve this puzzle for me. This is a puzzle that I have painstakingly created throughout my life."

Xiao Wan asked curiously:

"So, what should we do now? Ask Twilight Sparkle for help?"

Qiu Langyu pondered for a moment, then said firmly:

"Time is of the essence, we cannot delay. I will immediately send a message to Twilight Sparkle and ask her to come and help as soon as possible."

Before we proceed, please allow us to wait here temporarily.

The old man nodded, indicating his understanding.

"Alright. But remember, don't drag it out too long."

If this drags on too long, the situation may change on its own, making it even more difficult to handle.

The three agreed in unison, secretly relieved that they had finally found their direction, while also knowing that the task ahead would still be full of challenges.

Just as they were about to take a short rest, the stone-armored behemoth let out a low growl, as if reminding them not to let their guard down.

After resting for a while, Qiu Langyu wrote a letter and arranged for Xiao Wan to come out of the cave and personally deliver the letter to Qiu Ziyue.

A few days later, Qiu Ziyue received a letter. After discussion, Qi Yuxuan, Li Cunxu, Leng Feng, and Xiao Wan headed towards the cave together.

Li Cunxu temporarily entrusted official duties to Lady Cao.

As dusk fell, the group rode their horses to the foot of Tongshan Mountain in Yangzhou.

The warm autumn sun shines on the earth, highlighting the magnificent scenery of Tongshan.

The scenery at the foot of the mountain is like a painting – the rolling mountains are as if they are covered with a thick golden coat.

A clear stream meanders down from the mountains, its babbling waters blending with the birdsong to create a natural symphony.

Several ancient pine trees stand on the hillside, their branches spreading out like umbrellas, adding a touch of solemnity and grandeur to this land.

"arrive!"

Xiao Wan spoke softly, skillfully pulling on the reins to signal everyone to stop.

She pointed intently at a path ahead.

“Follow this path and you will find the cave.”

Qiu Ziyue nodded slightly, her eyes revealing a hint of anticipation and nervousness.

Qi Yuxuan, Li Cunxu, and Leng Feng followed closely behind, each adjusting their breathing, preparing to face the unknown challenges ahead.

The path is lined with oddly shaped rocks, some resembling crouching beasts, others like sharp swords pointing straight to the sky.

Before long, they arrived at the entrance of a hidden cave.

The entrance to the cave was hidden by vines, and it would have been difficult to find it if Xiao Wan hadn't led the way.

Upon entering the cave, a cool breeze swept over us, dispelling the fatigue of the journey.

The patterns on the stone wall shimmered with a faint light, as if telling the story of the vicissitudes of time.

Just as everyone stood still, an old and steady voice slowly rang out:

“You who are destined to meet us have finally arrived.”

Following the sound, one could see the Mysterious Old Man sitting in the center of the cave, his white hair flowing, his eyes deep, as if he could see through everyone's heart.

The stone-armored behemoth remained guarding him, its enormous body radiating an awe-inspiring aura.

Qiu Ziyue took the lead and stepped forward, kneeling down together with Qi Yuxuan, Li Cunxu, and Leng Feng:

"Greetings, senior!"

The old man nodded slightly, his tone calm yet carrying a hint of authority:

"May I ask, which master is knowledgeable in mystical arts?"

Qiu Ziyue stood up and answered humbly:

"It is indeed me, but I dare not call myself a 'master'. Please forgive me, senior."

The old man Xuanxu carefully examined Qiu Ziyue, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes:

"I never expected that the one who dared to venture into my fantastical labyrinth would be a young girl. So young, yet already so proficient in this art!"

Qiu Ziyue smiled slightly, but remained neither arrogant nor impatient:

"Thank you for your praise, senior. However, I still have many shortcomings, and I would appreciate your guidance."

The old man nodded, then turned his gaze to the others and said in a low voice:

"However, there is still a question that is troubling me... Among you, who is the one destined to restore our Great Tang Dynasty?"

This sentence instantly silenced the entire cave.

To be continued in the next chapter!