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"We still need more time to study, but we can preliminarily determine that this crystal may be the key to controlling the Night Spirit Flower." Another elder added.

Luo Chen and Qingshuang looked at each other, their hearts filled with anticipation and worry.

They knew that this crystal might be the key to unlocking the secret of the Night Flower, but it might also bring new dangers.

"Master, what should we do next?" Luo Chen asked respectfully.

The clan leader pondered for a moment, then slowly spoke: "You have done a good job, but the matter of Evernight Valley is not over yet. We need more information about the Night Spirit Flower and the Crystal Stone, but before that you should recuperate first."

Luo Chen and Qingshuang nodded. They knew that the sect leader's arrangement was out of concern for them, and also to give them enough time to prepare for the next task which might be more difficult.

In the next few days, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang got enough rest and recovery in the sect.

They used this time not only to adjust their physical condition, but also to conduct in-depth thinking and summary of their experiences in Evernight Valley.

They knew that the secrets of the Night Spirit Flower and the Crystal, as well as the identity of the mysterious man, could have a profound impact on the alliance of the three forces they were in.

The elders of the sect were also busy. They conducted various tests and studies on the crystals, trying to uncover the secrets contained therein.

Finally, in a late-night meeting, the elders summoned Luo Chen and Qing Shuang to share their research results.

“After our unremitting efforts, we discovered that the power contained in this crystal is directly related to the Night Spirit Flower.” An elder said, his eyes flashing with excitement.

“Not only that, we also discovered that there seems to be an ancient seal hidden in the crystal. This seal is closely related to the withering of the Night Spirit Flower.” Another elder added.

Luo Chen and Qing Shuang listened attentively. They knew that this information might be the key to solving the whole mystery.

"Then, how was this seal formed?" Qingshuang couldn't help but ask.

The elders looked at each other, then slowly spoke: "According to our speculation, this seal may have been set by an ancient cultivator in order to seal some powerful force, and the Night Spirit Flower may be the key to this seal."

Luo Chen frowned, and began to think about the relationship between this seal and the mysterious man: "So, does the mysterious man want to use the Night Spirit Flower to unlock this seal?"

"It's very likely." The clan leader nodded, "If that's the case, then if you stop him, you may have avoided a disaster."

Luo Chen and Qing Shuang looked at each other. They felt that the responsibility on their shoulders was even heavier.

"What happens next?"

Luo Chen asked again.

The clan leader pondered for a moment, then slowly spoke: "The more we investigate, the more it seems that what is hidden behind it is beyond our expectations."

"Luo Chen, if you two are willing."

Before the sect leader finished speaking, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang already understood what he meant.

They knew that the future of the sect might rest on their shoulders.

"We are willing to continue investigating until the truth comes out." Luo Chen answered firmly.

Qing Shuang also nodded in agreement: "We will not let the secret of the Night Spirit Flower become a threat."

The patriarch nodded in satisfaction, then turned to the elders: "So, what's the next plan?"

An elder stepped forward, holding a detailed map in his hand. "We have identified several locations that may be related to Night Spirit Flowers and Crystals. These places are recorded in ancient documents and may hide more secrets about the seal."

Luo Chen and Qing Shuang looked at the map carefully. There were several places they had never heard of marked on it, each of which was circled with a red mark.

"We need to explore these places one by one." The elder continued, "But you must be careful, these places may hide unknown dangers."

"We understand." Qingshuang replied, "We will be fully prepared."

In the following days, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang began to prepare for the upcoming expedition.

They gathered necessary supplies, learned strategies for various situations they might encounter, and strengthened their own cultivation.

After making full preparations, they set out on their journey to their first destination.

It is a place called "Ghost Valley". It is said that it is shrouded in fog all year round. Only at certain times will the fog dissipate, revealing the road leading into the valley.

After several days of trekking, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang finally arrived at the entrance of Ghost Valley.

Just as the legend goes, the valley entrance was shrouded in thick fog, making it almost impossible to see the road ahead.

"We have to be careful, there may be traps hidden in this fog." Luo Chen reminded.

Qingshuang nodded, she took out a piece of talisman paper from her waist, muttered something, and the talisman paper burned in her hands, emitting a faint light, illuminating the road ahead.

They walked into the Ghost Valley carefully, and it seemed that countless pairs of eyes were watching them in the thick fog.

Luo Chen gripped the hilt of the sword tightly, while Qingshuang held the talisman paper tightly in his hand, ready to deal with any possible danger at any time.

Just as they went deeper into the valley, suddenly, the fog around them began to roll violently, and a blurry figure appeared in their sight.

"Who is it?" Luo Chen asked loudly.

The figure did not answer, but ran towards them quickly.

As the figure approached, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang saw each other's face clearly. It was a haggard old man, his eyes revealing fear and uneasiness.

It was as if something was chasing him.

"Don't be afraid, we won't hurt you." Qingshuang said softly, trying to calm the old man.

The old man was panting, as if he had just experienced a fierce chase.

He looked around before fixing his gaze on Luo Chen and Qing Shuang.

"Who are you?" The old man's voice trembled and was full of vigilance.

"We are disciples of the sect, and we are here to investigate some things." Luo Chen answered, while remaining alert and observing the surrounding environment.

The old man seemed to react to the term "sect disciple", and a complex emotion flashed in his eyes.

"Disciples of the sect..." the old man muttered to himself, and then suddenly grabbed Luo Chen's arm, "You came at the right time, I have something important to tell you."

Luo Chen and Qing Shuang looked at each other, and they realized that the old man might know some key information.

"Please speak." Qingshuang encouraged.

The old man took a deep breath and began to tell his story: "I used to be the guardian of this valley, responsible for guarding an ancient secret, but not long ago, a group of mysterious people broke into the valley. They seemed to be looking for something. I tried to stop them, but their power was too strong. I could only escape here."

Luo Chen and Qing Shuang felt nervous after hearing this. They realized that the mysterious man the old man was talking about might be related to the masked monk they had met in Evernight Valley before.

"What are they looking for?" Luo Chen asked anxiously.

The old man shook his head. "I don't know what they are looking for specifically, but they seem to be very interested in certain specific locations in the valley. I once overheard them mention the words 'Night Spirit Flower' and 'Seal'."

Qingshuang and Luo Chen exchanged glances, they knew this was no coincidence.

"We are also investigating the secrets of the Night Spirit Flower and a mysterious crystal." Qingshuang explained, "It seems that we may be pursuing the same clue."

After hearing this, the old man's eyes flashed with hope: "If you can stop those people, perhaps you can protect the secrets of this valley from being destroyed."

Luo Chen nodded: "We will try our best, but before that, we need to know more about the secrets of this valley."

The old man pondered for a moment, then slowly said: "Follow me, I will take you to a place."

Luo Chen and Qing Shuang followed the old man through the Ghost Valley. They found that the fog here seemed to be thicker than at the entrance. They could only see a few steps away.

After walking for a while, the old man stopped in front of a huge stone wall.

The stone wall is engraved with ancient runes, emitting a faint light.

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"This is where the secrets are kept," said the old man.

Luo Chen and Qingshuang carefully observed the stone wall, trying to decipher the runes on it.

"These runes seem to be telling an ancient story." Qingshuang said softly.

"Yes, this is a story about the Night Spirit Flower and the seal." The old man's voice was a little heavy. "A long time ago, the Night Spirit Flowers were not what they are now. They were spiritual creatures guarding the seal, but as time passed, the power of the seal gradually weakened, and the Night Spirit Flowers also changed."

Luo Chen frowned: "So, what is the real purpose of the seal?"

The old man sighed and said, "The seal is to prevent the evil spirit in the crack from invading this land. If humans come into contact with this evil spirit, they will be transformed into puppets that only know how to kill. Even immortal cultivators will find it difficult to avoid it."

Qingshuang and Luochen felt a sinking feeling in their hearts after hearing this.

They realized that the task they faced was more difficult than they had imagined.

"We need to find this seal and find a way to strengthen it." Luo Chen said firmly.

The old man nodded. "I will do my best to help you, but first, we need to find the exact location of the seal."

Luo Chen and Qingshuang began to look for possible clues around the stone wall.

After a careful search, they found a hidden mechanism.

"It seems that a passage can be opened here." Luo Chen said, pointing to a groove on the stone wall.

The old man nodded: "Yes, this passage will lead you to where the seal is."

Luo Chen and Qing Shuang worked together to activate the mechanism, and the stone wall slowly opened, revealing a staircase leading downwards.

"Be careful, there may be danger down there," the old man warned.

Luo Chen and Qingshuang nodded, they lit the torches and walked down the stairs.

The stairs are winding and seem to lead deep into the earth.

After walking for a while, they came to a spacious underground cave.

In the center of the cave, there is a huge stone platform engraved with complex runes. In the center is a groove, the shape of which matches the crystal they found on the altar before.

"This is the core of the seal." The old man's voice echoed in the cave.

Luo Chen and Qingshuang walked forward and carefully observed the runes on the stone platform.

"These runes seem to be instructing us how to strengthen the seal." Qingshuang said.

Luo Chen nodded: "We need to find the correct crystal and then follow the instructions of the rune."

The old man took out a crystal from his arms and handed it to Luo Chen: "This is what I took back from those mysterious people before. Maybe it is what you need."

Luo Chen took the crystal and found that it was exactly the same as the crystal he had found on the altar before.

He placed the crystal into the groove of the stone platform, and the crystal immediately merged with the stone platform, emitting a dazzling light.

After the light gradually dissipated, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang discovered that the runes on the stone platform began to move slowly, and eventually formed a new pattern.

"Is this a success?"

The old man smiled bitterly and shook his head. He whispered, "No, this is just the first step. If we really want to strengthen the seal, or completely seal the crack to prevent the evil spirit from leaking out, we need to take other measures."

Luo Chen and Qingshuang looked at each other, their hearts filled with determination and courage.

They know that every next step may be full of unknown dangers, but they also understand that this is a responsibility they must bear.

"So, what do we need to do?" Luo Chen asked.

The old man walked slowly to the stone platform, his fingers gently touching the runes, as if he was conversing with ancient wisdom.

"This seal requires a special energy to activate. This energy comes from a rare mineral called 'Spiritual Stone'." The old man explained, "Only by placing the Spiritual Stone in a specific position on the stone platform can the seal be fully activated."

Qingshuang frowned, she knew how rare Lingyuan Stone was. This kind of mineral was almost extinct in the world of cultivation.

"Spiritual Stone...how can we find it?" Qingshuang asked.

The old man was silent for a moment, then slowly spoke: "The Spiritual Essence Stone is not easy to find. It is hidden in an extremely dangerous place - 'Netherworld Abyss'. It is a place with the most concentrated demonic energy. Even for a cultivator, it is difficult to escape unscathed."

After hearing this, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang felt a sinking feeling in their hearts.

They knew that the journey to the Nether Abyss would be full of dangers, but they also knew that this was their only choice.

"We are willing to look for the spiritual stone." Luo Chen said firmly.

The old man nodded, with a glimmer of approval in his eyes: "Your courage is admirable. I will give you some guidance, hoping to help you complete the task successfully."

The old man took out a yellowed map from his arms and handed it to Luo Chen.

The map marks the location of the Nether Abyss and some possible dangerous areas.

"Remember, there is not only demonic energy in the Netherworld, but also many creatures that have been corrupted by demonic energy. They will attack all living things indiscriminately." The old man reminded. (End of this chapter)