Daqin arrests alchemists, what does it matter to me as a qi refiner?

After a fierce battle, they finally defeated all the challengers. The man in black robes, witnessing this, showed slight surprise, his tone carrying a hint of approval: "Not bad, you do possess considerable strength. But remember, our power is omnipresent. Though you have won today, the road ahead is still long."

Ying Zheng looked directly at the man in black robes and replied firmly, "No matter how difficult the road ahead, we will never back down. We will forge ahead until we achieve our goal."

The man in black robes said no more, his figure gradually dissipating into the vortex, which then vanished. The sky returned to calm, leaving only the exhaustion of battle and the joy of victory.

The group returned to the campfire, tending to each other's wounds. Yun Zhongzi's voice rang out again: "You all performed admirably. Today's victory proves your strength and courage. But remember, this is only one of many trials. The road ahead is long, and you need to continue to grow and improve."

Ying Zheng nodded solemnly, understanding that Yun Zhongzi's words were true. He said to his companions, "Today we have once again proven our strength. But this is only the beginning; many more challenges await us. We must continue to grow stronger until we achieve our ultimate goal."

The crowd echoed in unison, their eyes filled with determination and hope. On this night, they not only won the battle, but also gained growth and resilience from the depths of their hearts. Each trial brought them closer together, preparing them to face the unknown future.

As night deepened, the campfire flickered with warm light, dispelling the surrounding chill and darkness. Ying Zheng rose, gazed at the roaring flames, took a deep breath, and then turned to the others.

"Friends, today's experience once again proves that as long as we are of one mind and one heart, nothing can stop us. Whether it is that mysterious evil force or any other difficulty, we will overcome them one by one."

“That’s right, Ying Zheng, we all firmly believe this,” Yang Ling said firmly. “Today, we jointly defeated the challengers sent by the man in black robes, which makes me even more convinced that as long as we work together, there is no difficulty we cannot overcome.”

Xu Fu nodded and added, "Each of us possesses unique strengths and talents. As long as we cooperate effectively, we can create an even greater force. Today's victory is the best example of this."

Li Si smiled and said, "Moreover, we have the guidance and help of Senior Yun Zhongzi, which gives us more confidence when facing unknown challenges."

Ying Zheng gazed at each of his companions, his heart filled with gratitude and trust. "We are a team, an inseparable whole. As long as we think and act in unison, there is no goal we cannot achieve."

Everyone was invigorated upon hearing this, exchanging smiles with a gleam of unity and cooperation in their eyes.

As the first rays of dawn appeared on the horizon, a new day was about to begin. They knew that new challenges and adventures awaited them, but they were also ready to face them.

Guided by Yun Zhongzi, they continued their journey, heading towards an even more distant destination. Every challenge was an opportunity for growth, and every difficulty a test of teamwork. They firmly believed that as long as they remained true to their original aspirations and persevered, they would surely achieve their ultimate goal.

As the sun slowly rose, it illuminated the earth and their path. Ying Zheng and his companions faced the morning light, their steps firm, their eyes filled with hope and determination. They knew that no matter how rugged the road ahead, as long as there was light in their hearts, it would illuminate their way.

Their journey continues, and new legends await them to write.

Bathed in the morning light, Ying Zheng and his team began their new day's journey. They traversed winding mountain paths, each step firm and powerful. As they continued their ascent, the surrounding scenery gradually changed, from dense forests to precipitous valleys, each place imbued with an atmosphere of mystery and the unknown.

"Be careful, everyone. The terrain here is complex, and there may be an ambush," Ying Zheng warned his companions, his sharp eyes scanning every corner.

Yang Ling gripped his weapon and nodded in agreement: "We certainly can't be careless. That evil force could reappear at any moment." Just as they were talking, the air suddenly trembled, followed by a strange wind that swept across the land, like the mournful cry of a ghost, carrying a chilling cold. The wind was also mixed with a low, continuous roar, as if it were a furious howl from the depths of the earth.

The crowd's expressions immediately turned serious. They exchanged glances, knowing this was no ordinary disturbance. They quickly formed a tight formation, warily scanning their surroundings, gripping their weapons more tightly, ready to respond to any potential crisis.

The wind grew stronger, whipping up clouds of dust. From within the dust, a group of strangely shaped, ferocious beasts gradually emerged. Their eyes burned with rage, their fangs bared, making them exceptionally savage. These beasts were clearly summoned or driven by some force, which was why they had gathered here to attack the group. A life-or-death battle was about to begin.

"It's a demonic beast!" Li Si exclaimed. "Everyone, prepare for battle!"

Ying Zheng calmly observed the movements of the monsters and found that although they appeared fierce, their movements were somewhat clumsy, as if they were restrained by some kind of force.

“These monsters are acting strangely; they seem to be controlled,” Ying Zheng said to his companions.

A flash of understanding crossed Xu Fu's eyes: "Exactly, this must be the work of that evil force. They want to use these demonic beasts to weaken us."

"Then let's finish this quickly and not let them succeed!" Yang Ling roared and charged towards the horde of monsters.

The battle unfolded swiftly, and Ying Zheng and his companions, with their exquisite teamwork and formidable strength, quickly defeated the demonic beasts one by one. However, they did not let their guard down, for they understood that this was merely the beginning of the evil forces' probing.

Sure enough, shortly after the demonic beasts were defeated, a jet-black pillar of light suddenly descended from the sky, and a figure in black robes emerged from it. His face remained hidden in the darkness, but the evil aura he exuded sent chills down one's spine.

"It's truly unexpected that you were able to defeat my army of demonic beasts," the black-robed man said coldly. "But that doesn't mean you can escape my control."

Ying Zheng gripped his weapon tightly, meeting the black-robed man's gaze without fear: "We will never yield to evil forces. Today, we will not only defeat you, but also expose your true nature!"

The man in black robes sneered, "Then let me see just how capable you are!"

With that, he lightly raised his finger, and the surrounding scenery instantly changed, drawing everyone into a space filled with darkness and chaos.

"This is an illusion!" Yun Zhongzi's voice echoed in everyone's minds. "Be careful, everyone. This illusion is filled with evil power that will continuously erode your will."

Ying Zheng took a deep breath, trying to calm his turbulent emotions. He understood that in this illusion, they not only had to deal with the attacks of the black-robed men, but also had to maintain a clear mind and unwavering faith at all times.

"Don't be afraid, everyone! As long as we are united, nothing can defeat us!" Ying Zheng shouted to encourage his companions.

Yang Ling gripped his weapon tightly and replied firmly, "That's right, we've already endured countless hardships, and this time will be no exception!" (End of Chapter)