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

The battle was exceptionally fierce, with the Netherworld Cultists seemingly tireless, launching wave after wave of attacks. Meanwhile, Black Fiend would occasionally unleash powerful evil magic, making it difficult for Ying Zheng and his companions to defend against.

Just as the battle was at its most intense, Xuanzhenzi suddenly produced an ancient bronze mirror. A flash of light appeared in the mirror, and a huge light screen formed, temporarily protecting Ying Zheng and the others.

"Quickly, use the spiritual liquid bestowed by the Heavenly Emperor!" Xuanzhenzi said urgently.

Without hesitation, Ying Zheng immediately took out a jade bottle, and the four of them sat down around it, each taking a drop of the spiritual liquid. Immediately, they felt a warm current flow through their bodies, and their cultivation levels significantly improved in a short period of time.

Taking advantage of this opportunity, Ying Zheng and his group launched another attack, this time with even greater ferocity and decisiveness. Hei Sha's expression changed drastically upon seeing this; he hadn't expected Ying Zheng and his group to have improved their cultivation so much in such a short time.

Finally, after a fierce battle, Hei Sha was stabbed in a vital spot by Ying Zheng's sword, and the remaining members of the Netherworld Sect scattered in disarray.

Seeing this, Xuanzhenzi stepped forward excitedly, saying, "Thank you all, heroes. I, Xuanzhenzi, will never forget what happened today."

Ying Zheng patted Xuanzhenzi on the shoulder, "Daoist Xuanzhenzi, you flatter us. We only did what we should do."

Li Si suddenly frowned, as if he was thinking about something.

Ying Zheng noticed Li Si's unusual behavior and asked, "Li Si, what's wrong? Is there a problem?"

Li Si pondered for a moment before slowly saying, "I was just wondering why the Netherworld Cult suddenly appeared, and why they are so obsessed with finding the Ghost Flower? Is there some secret behind it that we don't know about?"

These words made everyone fall into deep thought. Indeed, the appearance of the Netherworld Cult was too sudden, and their purpose seemed to be more than just the Ghost Flower.

Xuanzhenzi also had a solemn expression. "Brother Li Si is right. There may be a bigger conspiracy behind the Netherworld Sect. We need to investigate further."

Zhao Gao snapped his fingers. "In that case, why don't we continue deeper into Black Wind Canyon and see if we can find any clues?"

Ying Zheng nodded. "Zhao Gao is right. We cannot stop here. We must find out the true purpose of the Netherworld Sect."

Guided by Xuanzhenzi, they continued deeper into Black Wind Canyon. This time, they discovered an ancient ruin hidden deep within the canyon, filled with strange runes and totems that seemed to have some connection to the Ghost Flower.

Xu Fu carefully examined the runes, then suddenly his expression turned extremely serious. "These runes, could they be...?"

Ying Zheng asked nervously, "Xu Fu, what have you discovered?"

Xu Fu took a deep breath and slowly said, "If I'm not mistaken, these runes seem to be part of an ancient forbidden art, and they are closely related to the power of the Ghost Flower. It seems that the purpose of the Netherworld Cult may be far more complex and profound than we imagined."

These words sent a chill down everyone's spine. They realized that this adventure might only be the tip of the iceberg, and the real challenge was yet to come.

As they continued their exploration of the ruins, they discovered more information about the Ghost Flower and ancient forbidden arts. It seemed that the Ghost Flower could not only connect the realms of the living and the dead, but also trigger some ancient and powerful force.

As they delved deeper into the ruins, a shocking secret gradually surfaced—the Ghost Flower was actually a wondrous flower cultivated by an ancient powerful being in order to explore the mysteries of life and death. To protect the Ghost Flower, this powerful being set up numerous traps and formations, and even sealed himself within the ruins at the last moment.

As this secret was revealed, Ying Zheng and his companions realized that they might be facing a battle against ancient, powerful beings, and that the Netherworld Cult was merely the tip of the iceberg, concealing secrets far more profound and dangerous than they had imagined. Faced with this situation, Ying Zheng and his group felt unprecedented pressure, but their resolve and courage only grew stronger. They knew that this adventure concerned not only their own fate but also the future and peace of the entire mythical world.

With Xuanzhenzi's help, they began preparing a plan to deal with the ancient powerful beings, while also actively searching for ways to resist ancient forbidden techniques. They knew this would be an unprecedented challenge, but they were willing to pay any price to protect the peace of the mythical world.

And so, Ying Zheng and his companions embarked on a new journey, facing unknown challenges and dangers. This time, they not only had to fight against the Netherworld Cult, but also uncover the secrets left behind by ancient powerful beings and thwart a conspiracy that could destroy the entire world.

After the guardian deity departed, Ying Zheng led his troops on their continued journey. They traversed towering mountains and vast wilderness, enduring trials and tribulations. Despite the arduous road ahead, they remained steadfast in their unwavering belief and courage to never give up.

That day, they stepped into a mysterious primeval forest. Towering ancient trees blocked out the sun, their lush branches and leaves intertwining to form an impenetrable dome, as if concealing countless unsolved mysteries.

"Be careful, everyone, something strange is amiss here." Ying Zheng warily surveyed the surrounding trees and bushes, issuing a warning to his companions.

Yang Ling nodded in agreement: "Indeed, I sensed a strange energy surging within the forest."

Li Si carefully observed the surrounding environment: "The terrain and vegetation here are unique, clearly indicating that this is an extraordinary region."

Just as they were talking, a strange breeze swept by, rustling the leaves as if they were whispering secrets. Suddenly, a strange light flashed from the depths of the forest, immediately attracting everyone's attention.

"What is that?" Xu Fu asked, pointing to the source of the light.

“Although we don’t know the reason, we must go and investigate.” After saying this, Ying Zheng took the lead and stepped towards the source of the light.

The group cautiously moved through the forest, afraid of disturbing anything lurking. Approaching the source of the light, they discovered it emanated from an ancient altar. The altar was engraved with obscure runes and totems, exuding a solemn and mysterious aura.

"It's an ancient altar!" Li Si exclaimed in amazement. "These patterns contain immense power."

Ying Zheng approached and examined the runes: "These patterns seem to be some kind of ancient incantation, capable of summoning mysterious power."

Yang Ling cautioned, "Be extremely careful; this place may harbor hidden dangers."

Just then, the altar shone brightly, and a phantom figure gradually materialized within the halo. This person was clad in heavy armor, wielding a long sword, and possessed an inscrutable and imposing expression.

"Who are you? How dare you trespass on my territory?" the illusory figure asked coldly.

Ying Zheng stepped forward and bowed, saying, "We are travelers from afar, and had no intention of offending you. We were simply drawn by the strange light and came to investigate its mysteries."

The illusory figure scrutinized the group, a hint of doubt flashing in its eyes: "You all possess a unique aura, unlike ordinary people."

Li Si stepped forward and explained, "We are indeed no ordinary people; we are a team of courageous warriors pursuing truth and justice." (End of Chapter)