Forty years old, awakening attribute panel

Chapter 256

Under the moonlight, the place where Jiang Sheng and his summoned beast Wildfire practiced seemed particularly mysterious and solemn. Jiang Sheng sat cross-legged, his eyes closed, his hands forming seals, as if connected to the aura of the entire universe. His face was firm and calm, revealing a perseverance and determination beyond ordinary people.

Beside him, the wild fire lay dormant quietly. The wild and unruly flames were like tamed beasts, restraining all their sharpness. The color of its flames changed from the original red to a deep dark gold, as if it contained endless energy and wisdom. Each flame seemed to be alive and swayed gently with Jiang Sheng's breathing.

Jiang Sheng took a deep breath and slowly opened his eyes, with a determined light flashing in his eyes. He called softly: "Huanghuo, feel my breath and resonate with me." Although the voice was soft, it was full of unquestionable power.

The wildfire seemed to be summoned. It trembled slightly and the flames began to rise slowly. Jiang Sheng stretched out his right hand and gently spread his palm, as if inviting the wildfire to come. The wildfire's flames drew an elegant arc in the air and then gently fell on Jiang Sheng's palm.

At this moment, the wildfire was no longer a violent flame, it became gentle and submissive, perfectly blending with Jiang Sheng's breath. Jiang Sheng showed a satisfied smile on his face, and he gently stroked the flame of the wildfire, as if stroking a loyal partner.

"Very good, Huanghuo, you have fully understood my aura." Jiang Sheng's voice was full of praise and relief. "From now on, we will face all challenges and difficulties together."

The flame of the wildfire seemed to understand Jiang Sheng's words. It danced gently, as if responding to Jiang Sheng's oath. The tacit understanding between Jiang Sheng and the wildfire reached a new height at this moment. They were no longer a simple master-servant relationship, but true partners and comrades-in-arms.

With Jiang Sheng's guidance, the flames of the wildfire began to gradually change. It became more restrained and powerful, as if it could burst out with devastating power at any time. However, under Jiang Sheng's control, this power was perfectly controlled within a safe range.

On this day, the sun shines through the window of the meeting room and shines on Lin Yuanshan's solemn and dignified face. He is wearing a dark blue family robe, and the corners of the robe sway gently with his movements, showing his majesty and bearing as a family elder. Lin Yuanshan's face is full of traces of time, but his eyes are still bright and energetic, as if they can see through people's hearts.

He stood in the center of the meeting room, his hands behind his back, his slightly straight back exuding unquestionable majesty. His eyes were as sharp as a hawk, slowly sweeping across the young faces below. Some of those faces were full of curiosity, some showed nervousness, but most of them were full of anticipation and excitement.

When Lin Yuanshan's eyes finally fell on Jiang Sheng, a hint of appreciation and satisfaction flashed in his eyes. He nodded slightly, and although this action was subtle, it was enough for everyone present to feel his recognition of Jiang Sheng. Jiang Sheng stood in the crowd, wearing a light blue suit, looking energetic. He had a faint smile on his face, but his eyes revealed a kind of determination and confidence.

When Lin Yuanshan nodded, a slight discussion broke out in the meeting room. The young people were talking to each other, looking at Jiang Sheng with curious eyes, as if they were wondering why he had received Lin Yuanshan's special attention. Jiang Sheng, on the other hand, kept a calm smile, as if he was already accustomed to all this.

Seeing this, Lin Yuanshan coughed lightly, and the meeting room immediately returned to silence. He said, "Children of the family!" Lin Yuanshan's voice echoed in the meeting room, sonorous and powerful, like a morning bell and evening drum, awakening the blood and passion of every young man present. He stood on the high platform of the meeting room, clasped his hands in front of him, and scanned the densely packed young faces below with a sharp gaze.

The atmosphere in the meeting room instantly became solemn and tense. The young Lin family members straightened their backs, with anticipation and excitement on their faces. They knew that the upcoming family trial would be an important opportunity for them to show themselves and prove their strength.

Lin Yuanshan raised his chin slightly and continued his speech: "Three months later, our Lin family will hold a grand family trial. This is not just a simple competition, but also a stage for the younger generation of our Lin family to show their strength. On this stage, you will have the opportunity to prove your talent and strength to the family, and you will also have the opportunity to gain recognition and rewards from the family."

His words were full of expectations and encouragement for young people, making everyone present feel the family's attention and care.

Then, Lin Yuanshan changed the subject and spoke more firmly: "For this trial, I have decided to organize a training trip to the family trial forest. There, you will face all kinds of unknown challenges and dangers, but you will also gain unprecedented growth and progress. I believe that only after experiencing real tests and trials can you become the pride of the family and the hope of the future."

He paused for a moment and glanced at the young disciples present. His eyes were full of determination and trust, as if he had seen them fighting bravely and moving forward in the Trial Forest.

"This training will be led by several of our Lin family's most outstanding elders," Lin Yuanshan's voice rang out again, echoing in the conference hall, adding a bit of solemnity and seriousness to the subsequent arrangements.

He waved his hand gently, signaling several elders to come forward. Several figures slowly walked out from the darkness of the meeting room. They were dressed in luxurious robes, and every step they took seemed steady and powerful, as if every step carried the history and glory of the family.

The first to come forward was the great elder Lin Xiaotian. He had a dignified face, silver hair, and a gleam of wisdom in his eyes. He nodded slightly to the young disciples present and said in a loud voice: "I, Lin Xiaotian, will be the leader of this training and will be responsible for the overall safety and coordination. If you encounter any difficulties, you can ask me for help."

Following closely behind was the second elder, Lin Qingfeng, who was elegant and always had a warm smile on his face. He said gently, "I will be responsible for guiding you in identifying and collecting herbs in the Trial Forest. Remember, nature is our treasure house, but we must also learn to respect and cherish it."

The third elder, Lin Pojun, was a burly man, wearing iron armor and holding a huge battle axe, giving people a sense of majesty without even getting angry. He said in a deep voice: "I am responsible for teaching you combat skills and survival skills. The Trial Forest is full of dangers, and you must always stay alert."

The last one to come forward was the fourth elder, Lin Wan'er. She was a beautiful and elegant woman, exuding a refined temperament in every move. She whispered softly, "I will be responsible for your logistical support and spiritual counseling. No matter what difficulties you encounter, don't forget to keep a normal mind."

The elders' words were like heavy hammers hitting the hearts of the young people. They responded in unison, their voices loud and firm, echoing in every corner of the meeting room. These young Lin family members knew that this training in the Trial Forest was not only a test of their strength, but also a spiritual baptism.

Following the majestic and powerful command of the Third Elder Lin Pojun, a slight commotion suddenly broke out in the meeting room. The young people stood up from their seats one after another, moving quickly and orderly, as if they had already prepared for this moment.

They quickly packed their bags, put their swords, bows and arrows, herbs and other necessities into their backpacks, and carefully checked whether they had everything. Everyone's face was filled with tension and anticipation, and their eyes were shining with curiosity and longing for the unknown journey.

At this time, dozens of huge flying camel beasts were summoned one by one in a corner of the meeting hall. They were majestic, with smooth and powerful muscle lines, as if they contained infinite power. When the wings of the flying camel beasts spread out, they were like a pair of huge clouds covering the sky and the sun, shining brightly under the sunlight.

Every movement of the summoned beasts seemed so graceful and calm. They could fly freely in the air by gently flapping their wings. The children of the Lin family walked towards these summoned beasts, climbed onto their backs skillfully, adjusted the saddles, and prepared to start this unknown journey.

During this process, everyone seemed to be extremely focused and serious. They knew that this training trip to the Trial Forest would be a severe test, and only by being fully prepared could they cope with the upcoming challenges.

"Are you ready?" Lin Pojun's voice echoed in the air. He was riding on the most majestic flying camel beast, scanning the crowd with his sharp eyes.

"Ready!" the young people answered in unison, their voices full of determination and courage.

As the last Lin family member climbed onto the back of the flying camel, the entire team was ready. Under the leadership of the third elder Lin Pojun, dozens of flying camels screamed in unison, flapped their wings, and flew high, galloping towards the direction of the trial forest.

Jiang Sheng stood on the broad back of the flying camel, leaning forward slightly, his eyes firm and deep. Beside him, Huang Huo had restrained his wild flames and transformed into a small, fiery red spirit beast. Huang Huo's body was agile and vigorous, and his fiery red hair fluttered gently in the breeze, gleaming with a charming luster.

Jiang Sheng reached out and gently stroked Huanghuo's hair. Every movement seemed so gentle and natural. His fingers shuttled through Huanghuo's soft hair, as if he was having a silent communication with Huanghuo. Huanghuo seemed to feel Jiang Sheng's gentleness. It gently snuggled up to Jiang Sheng, with intimacy and trust in its eyes.

Jiang Sheng smiled faintly, and looked down at Huang Huo, his eyes gleaming with determination. He knew that this journey to the Trial Forest would be full of unknowns and challenges, but he also believed that as long as he and Huang Huo were united, nothing could stop them from moving forward.

As the flying camel flapped its wings and flew high, Jiang Sheng, Huang Huo, and many Lin family disciples finally arrived at the entrance of the trial forest. The entrance of the trial forest was covered by a dense forest. The trees were tall and ancient, with intertwined branches and leaves, blocking the sunlight from the outside. The air at the entrance seemed to be filled with a mysterious and ancient atmosphere.

Jiang Sheng stood in the crowd, his eyes quickly swept around, looking for his partner who fought side by side with him. Lin Pojun stood at the entrance of the trial forest, like a towering mountain, standing tall. He was wearing a dark blue robe, the hem of the robe fluttering gently in the wind, revealing the golden lines inside, looking solemn and majestic. His eyes were deep and sharp, as if he could see through people's hearts and everything.

As he made the announcement, his voice rang in everyone's ears like a huge bell: "According to the previous arrangement, we will be divided into teams of three and enter the Trial Forest." His tone was firm and powerful, and every word struck everyone's heart like a hammer.

While making the announcement, Lin Pojun's eyes swept across the faces of each young student one by one. His eyes were like torches, as if he could see through everyone's heart, reminding them of the upcoming challenges and opportunities.

"Remember," he continued, "unity and mutual assistance are the only way to successfully pass this trial." His voice was deep and powerful, full of unquestionable majesty. Every word was engraved in everyone's mind like a brand, making them understand the importance of this trial.

As Lin Pojun finished his announcement, the air around him seemed to freeze for a moment. The young men gathered together and began to form teams according to the previous groups. Their faces showed a look of nervousness and excitement. Soon, his eyes locked on two male peers - Lin Yi and Lin Xuan.

Jiang Sheng stood in the crowd, like a tall pine tree, with sharp and determined eyes. He looked around, looking for partners who could fight side by side with him. The noise, laughter and discussions in the crowd intertwined, forming a noisy background sound.

Jiang Sheng's eyes swept across the familiar yet unfamiliar faces, silently weighing each person's strength and character. Suddenly, his sights fixed on two male peers - Lin Yi and Lin Xuan.

Lin Yi is tall and has well-defined muscles, giving people a calm and powerful feeling. He stands in the crowd like an immovable mountain, with a gentle and confident smile on his face. Jiang Sheng noticed that Lin Yi's eyes revealed a desire for challenges and a firm belief in victory.

Lin Xuan was a thin but sharp-eyed young man. His movements were agile and quick, like a nimble leopard ready to pounce on its prey at any time. Lin Xuan's face did not show much expression, but his sharp eyes revealed his keen insight into everything around him. Jiang Sheng's heart moved, and he decided to go forward and talk to these two peers. He took firm steps, walked through the crowd, and came in front of Lin Yi and Lin Xuan.

"Lin Yi, Lin Xuan, hello." Jiang Sheng greeted with a smile.

Lin Yi and Lin Xuan turned around at the same time, their eyes revealing curiosity and friendliness. Lin Yi spoke first: "Jiang Sheng, are you also coming to participate in this trial?"

Jiang Sheng nodded and said with a firm look, "Yes, I want to form a three-person team with you and face the challenges in the trial together."

Lin Xuan smiled slightly, with a hint of admiration in his eyes: "I admire your courage. I am also willing to join your team."

Lin Yi also nodded in agreement: "Okay, the three of us will form a team, support each other, and move forward together."

The three of them smiled at each other, as if they had seen the tacit understanding and trust in each other's hearts.

Lin Yi's summoned beast is a Suzuki bird named "Flying Wing". Flying Wing is a light bird with bright feathers. It has a pair of broad and powerful wings, which look like two white clouds when spread out. Flying Wing's eyes are shining with sharp light, as if it can see through everything. Its beak is hard and sharp, suitable for hunting and attacking. Flying Wing has an extremely fast flying speed and can flexibly shuttle in the air. It is Lin Yi's right-hand partner in searching for golden birds and avoiding the pursuit of strange beasts in the trial.

Lin Xuan's summoned beast is a gorilla named "The Rock". The Rock is a huge gorilla with thick muscles and hard skin, like a moving hill. The Rock's eyes are deep and firm, revealing an indomitable spirit. Its arms are strong and powerful, and can easily lift thousands of pounds. The Rock's strength and defense are amazing, and it is Lin Xuan's solid backing in the trial.

Lin Pojun stood in front of everyone, his figure looked particularly majestic in the rising sun. He wore a robe embroidered with the family emblem, his hands behind his back, his chin slightly raised, and his eyes swept across the young men in front of him.

"Everyone," he said in a deep and powerful voice, with a hint of unquestionable seriousness and solemnity, "The task of this trial is to capture the golden bird wandering deep in the forest."

As his words fell, the air around him seemed to freeze for a moment. The young trial participants straightened their backs and listened attentively with bated breath.

Lin Pojun paused slightly, and his eyes swept across the faces of each young disciple to make sure that everyone heard his words clearly. His eyes revealed his importance and expectation for this trial, as if he had foreseen the upcoming fierce competition.

"These golden birds," he continued, with a hint of warning in his voice, "are not only extremely fast, but also easily startled. Once they sense danger, they will quickly fly away and disappear into the dense forest."

His words revealed the cunning and difficult nature of the golden bird, which made the young disciples feel nervous. They knew that this trial was not only a test of strength, but also a challenge of patience and wisdom.

Lin Pojun's words echoed in the air, and every word was like a seed, falling into the hearts of the young disciples. They silently digested the information and prepared to meet the upcoming challenges.

Jiang Sheng, as Lin Pojun finished his introduction, the young people around him began to whisper and discuss. They gathered together, forming small circles, and discussed the task of this trial in a low voice.

"Golden bird? That's a rare bird in the Trial Forest!" A burly young man frowned, with a hint of worry in his voice. He patted the shoulder of the thin but determined boy next to him, "Brother, we have to cooperate well this time, otherwise we may not even see the shadow of the golden bird."

The young man nodded, his eyes sparkling with excitement. "Yes, I heard that golden birds are very fast and alert. We have to think of a way."

Not far away, Jiang Sheng, Lin Yi and Lin Xuan also gathered together to discuss. Lin Yi frowned and thought: "This mission is indeed not easy. Golden birds are not only fast, but also easily startled. We have to make a careful plan."

Lin Xuan nodded and added: "That's right, we should not only consider how to approach the golden bird, but also how to avoid disturbing it. Moreover, golden birds are social animals. Once we disturb one of them, the others will quickly fly away."

Jiang Sheng said in a deep voice: "So, we need to divide the work and cooperate. I will be responsible for attracting the golden bird's attention, and the two of you will take the opportunity to approach and capture it."

The three of them were very engaged in the discussion, and from time to time they gestured in the air, as if they were simulating the scene of catching a golden bird. The young people around were also attracted by their discussion and gathered around to listen curiously.

Amid the heated discussion, two young peers stood out. One was a tall girl named Lin Yu. She was wearing a light green dress, which fluttered gently in the breeze, like a touch of freshness in the forest. Her long hair was simply tied behind her head, revealing a pretty face, with bright eyes that seemed to be able to see into people's hearts. Lin Yu stood there, quietly listening to the discussion of Jiang Sheng, Lin Yi, and Lin Xuan, with admiration in her eyes, and was obviously satisfied with their plan.

Another young man was named Lin Zhiwei. He was of medium build, but his muscles were well-defined and he looked very strong. His skin was slightly dark, probably because he often went out for training. Lin Zhiwei always had a sunny smile on his face, giving people a kind and warm feeling. He stood aside, his eyes following the gestures of Jiang Sheng and others, and he was obviously full of curiosity and expectation about what they were discussing.

"It seems they already have a plan." Lin Yu whispered, her voice clear and melodious, like a spring in a mountain stream. Her eyes revealed her admiration for Jiang Sheng and the others, as if she had foreseen their upcoming achievements in the trial.

"Yes, this trial is really a test of our strength and wisdom." Lin Zhiwei sighed, his voice was a little low, but full of power. There was a glimmer of anticipation in his eyes, as if he couldn't wait to step into the trial forest and meet the upcoming challenges.

Although the conversation between the two peers was not loud, it was particularly clear amid the noisy discussions around them. Their appearance and temperament revealed a unique confidence and composure, as if they had been fully prepared for this trial.

Lin Yi, Lin Xuan and the other two stood in the crowd and looked at each other. They saw determination and resolve in each other's eyes. They knew that this was a challenge and an opportunity. Only by successfully completing this mission could they prove their strength and value.

Lin Pojun continued: "Remember, the golden bird is not only your trial target, but also a touchstone of your strength. Whoever can successfully capture the golden bird will stand out in the trial."

Lin Pojun's voice echoed in the morning mist, as if carrying some kind of ancient and solemn magic. He stood in front of the crowd, his eyes like torches, sweeping across every young and expectant face.

"Everyone," he began slowly, his voice solemn, "The Trial Forest you are about to enter is a land full of unknowns and dangers. This forest not only breeds rare golden birds, but also hides many exotic beasts."

He paused, took a deep breath, and continued, "These beasts have different shapes. Some are extremely ferocious, with sharp claws and powerful strength; others are extremely cunning, good at disguise and sneak attacks. They are all guardians of the forest and will launch fierce attacks on any intruders."

Lin Pojun's voice was deep and powerful, and every word seemed to be engraved in everyone's heart. His eyes revealed his awe for the forest and his concern for the trial participants.

"You must always remain vigilant," he emphasized. "Any negligence may put you in danger. At the same time, you must learn to use your wisdom and courage to face the challenges of these beasts."

Lin Pojun took a deep breath, slowly stretched his hands out from his wide sleeves, and gently pinched a delicate small bag with his fingers. He carefully untied the knot at the mouth of the bag, his movements were both skillful and solemn. As the mouth of the bag opened, a soft light shone through it, reflecting on his face, adding a bit of mystery.

He slowly poured out a few messenger balls from the bag. These balls were only the size of potatoes, but their surfaces emitted a faint fluorescence, like twinkling stars in the night sky. They lay quietly in Lin Pojun's hands, as if they had their own life, beating in the faint light.

"This is a messenger ball," Lin Pojun's voice was low and clear. He raised his hand and handed the messenger balls to the representatives of each team one by one. "They are your last line of defense in the trial. If you encounter danger that you cannot handle during the trial, just smash it to the ground and the elders will come to rescue you."

His words were full of seriousness and admonition, and every word hit everyone's heart like a heavy hammer. Everyone took the messenger ball and could feel the coldness and hardness coming from the surface of the ball. They held the messenger ball carefully, with complex lights flashing in their eyes, with both nervousness about the unknown challenge and peace of mind about this guarantee.

Lin Pojun continued: "But please remember, the use of the herald ball means that you will give up the qualification for the trial. Therefore, please think twice before deciding to use it." His words revealed a hint of reluctance and expectation, as if warning everyone to cherish the opportunity of this trial.

The representatives of each team carefully took the ball, their faces full of caution and nervousness. When Jiang Sheng took the ball, he gently stroked the surface of the ball, feeling its coldness and hardness. He looked up at Lin Pojun, his eyes flashing with determination: "We will not use it easily."

Lin Zhiwei also held the messenger ball tightly. Although there was a hint of nervousness on his face, he was more looking forward to the unknown challenge. He turned to Lin Yu and said, "We have to be careful and not let this trial opportunity go to waste."

Lin Yu nodded, her eyes firm and bright: "Yes, we must face all challenges with strength and wisdom."

The morning sun shines through the gaps in the leaves and falls on the ground, creating mottled light and shadows. Lin Pojun's figure appears taller and more majestic in the light and shadows. His words are like a guiding light, illuminating the way forward for everyone.

(End of this chapter)