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The members of the Gongsun family were like cheetahs in the night, scattered throughout the mountains and forests, their sharp eyes gleaming in the darkness.
Be prepared to respond to any potential threats.
Their mission was to guard this legendary ancient tomb and prevent those wandering swordsmen who wanted to take advantage of the chaos from succeeding.
In a clearing within this dense forest, a tent stands quietly, a stark contrast to its surroundings.
Although it was getting dark outside, the tent was filled with a warm atmosphere.
Gongsun Xiu, dressed in a well-fitting and capable outfit, sat gracefully beside the charcoal fire, exuding a commanding presence.
Surrounding him sat several old Taoist priests from Qinggu, as well as several equally young but energetic juniors from the Gongsun family.
The flames burned brightly, occasionally crackling softly, and the flickering light cast vivid images on every face.
The air was filled with the aroma of tea, and the steaming teacup in my hands radiated warmth.
It makes people relax their tense mood and find a moment of peace in this warm atmosphere.
At this moment, Gongsun Xiu still had a slight frown on his face, his mind filled with countless thoughts.
She couldn't help but think of the young man in brocade robes she had seen on the boat on the lake earlier that day.
The person seemed to her like an ordinary person.
Yet, within his body, there seemed to be some powerful energy of the universe.
With a single move, it can destroy all life force in the surrounding area!
It was absolutely terrifying.
Gongsun Xiu's teacup trembled slightly, her brows furrowed, as if her thoughts had drifted far away.
"Sister Xiu, what's wrong?" a young clansman asked softly, his concern evident in his words.
This boy was named Gongsun Lie. He had been Gongsun Xiu's follower since childhood and was also her good younger brother.
"What are you thinking?"
Gongsun Xiu sighed softly and put down his teacup. "I met someone on the boat on the lake today..."
"What kind of person is he?" Several family retainers also became curious and turned their gazes to Gongsun Xiu.
"A young man dressed in brocade robes and white gowns."
Gongsun Xiu's tone was calm, yet it revealed an undisguised shock and fear.
"He may seem like an ordinary person, but every gesture he makes exudes an irresistible and powerful force."
The people inside the tent fell silent for a moment, clearly captivated by the description.
At this moment, an older guest elder spoke up:
"Young Miss, this feeling is not unusual. Perhaps it is a highly skilled martial artist."
"No." Gongsun Xiu shook her head, her eyes resolute.
"It's not just simple strength; he truly possesses the powerful energy to change his surroundings."
When I was beside him, I felt terrified, as if I could be swallowed up at any moment.
And most importantly—I couldn't even determine the depth of his grave!
A commotion immediately erupted in the tent; everyone was shocked by what he had said.
Although the Gongsun family was not a top-tier aristocratic family, they had seen many masters in the martial arts world.
But it is rare to find someone who can make someone as young and promising as Gongsun Xiu feel fear.
"What should we do? Should we keep watching the tomb entrance to prevent that mysterious figure from entering?" Gongsun Lie asked anxiously.
Chapter 143 The Shock of the Crowd, the Movement in the Ancient Tomb!
When asked about Gongsun Lie's question, Gongsun Xiu shook his head, indicating that it wasn't necessary for the time being.
"That person is very powerful. As long as we avoid direct confrontation with him, we'll be fine!"
at this time.
Suddenly, a series of hurried footsteps broke the rare tranquility.
Then, the tent flap was suddenly pulled open, and a gust of cold air, carrying with it a damp smell, rushed out.
Even the charcoal that was burning brightly appeared to sway slightly.
Then, Gongsun Xiangming, an elder of the Gongsun family, wearing a rough straw raincoat, strode into the room.
His tall, strong figure loomed over like a small mountain, his body still bearing the marks of the wind and rain outside.
He quickly took off the straw hat he used to shield himself from the rain, shook off the water droplets that had accumulated on it, and then looked at everyone present.
His tone was firm and left no room for doubt: "Xiuer, it's getting darker and darker, and this rain will probably continue to intensify."
We are faced with a difficult choice:
One option is to set off immediately and explore the ancient tomb as soon as possible before the torrential rain reaches its peak.
The other party said they would wait until the rain stopped before making a decision.
But I'm really worried. If this torrential rain causes the tomb entrance to close again, it will be a huge headache.
Upon hearing this, Gongsun Xiu frowned slightly, and a hint of worry flickered in her dark eyes.
"In that case, we should wait a little longer and make thorough preparations to be on the safe side!"
Just then, another hurried footstep sounded.
And it was accompanied by shouts.
"Young Miss, there's movement in the ancient tomb."
"what?!"
Everyone present was shocked.
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While the Gongsun family members were discussing inside the tent, Wei Changxuan and Luo Yuheng had already arrived near the ancient tomb in Nanmai Mountain.
The rain grew thicker and thicker, like an impenetrable barrier.
However, within three feet of Wei Changxuan, the raindrops bounced off, unable to get even a fraction closer.
He stood with his hands behind his back, his eyes like the brightest stars in the night sky, piercing through layers of rain and mist, looking straight towards the ancient tomb.
"Imperial Preceptor, I've heard that this tomb harbors many dangers."
There are also unknown monsters attacking people; the Gongsun family probably can't handle that.
Wei Changxuan's lips curled up slightly, with a nonchalant smile, as if nothing in the world could catch his eye.
Luo Yuheng nodded slightly, his eyes filled with trust in Wei Changxuan:
"With your abilities, the secrets of this ancient tomb are probably impossible to keep hidden."
As soon as he finished speaking, Wei Changxuan lightly touched the ground with his toes, and his whole body floated towards the entrance of the ancient tomb like a wisp of green smoke.
His figure was light and graceful, without a trace of worldly air. With each step he took, the mud and water under his feet automatically parted to the sides, as if afraid of soiling the hem of his clothes.
Upon reaching the cave entrance, Wei Changxuan merely glanced at it before understanding its secrets.
"These so-called mechanisms are nothing but child's play to me."
He gently raised his hand, and an invisible burst of energy shot out like a sharp blade.
It instantly destroyed several hidden mechanisms at the cave entrance, producing several muffled sounds.
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At this moment, the members of the Gongsun family heard the commotion and rushed out of their tents, weapons in hand, ready for battle.
When they saw Wei Changxuan's dashing figure, they were all taken aback.
Chapter 144 Gongsun Xiu's Shock!
Gongsun Xiu witnessed this scene.
She thought to herself, "Isn't this the mysterious master I met at Yangbai Lake today?"
I only caught a fleeting glimpse of it back then, but now it's actually here.
It inspires both awe and curiosity.
Wei Changxuan seemed to sense the gazes around him, and slowly and calmly turned around.
His gaze swept across each person's face, finally settling on Gongsun Xiu.
He gave a faint smile: "Miss Gongsun, how have you been?"
I heard that you are quite troubled here by the matter of the ancient tomb.
Although I am of limited knowledge and ability, I may be able to offer some assistance.
Upon hearing this, Gongsun Xiang-ming, who was standing to the side, immediately changed his expression.
He angrily questioned, "Who are you? What gives you the right to trespass into the territory under the jurisdiction of my Gongsun family?"
And they destroyed the mechanisms we set up?
However, when questioned, Wei Changxuan seemed to ignore him and continued speaking to himself:
"As for the evil creatures hidden in this ancient tomb,
They're nothing more than small fry who can't stand the light of day, yet they dare to act so arrogantly here.
Today I will show them what true power is.
Having said that, he moved with a light step and entered the ancient tomb filled with unknown dangers.
Instantly, an almost suffocatingly powerful aura erupted from Wei Changxuan.
This caused everyone present to feel a sense of shock.
It was as if a demon god had descended from the sky before my eyes.
He was prepared to use his unparalleled power to completely suppress all the demons and monsters existing deep within the ancient tomb.
As Wei Changxuan stepped into the ancient tomb, a chilling and eerie aura immediately enveloped him.