My understanding is incredible: I gained enlightenment and immortality in the Kunlun Demon Kingdom

Just then, the Flame Shadow suddenly let out a sharp howl, and then abruptly transformed into a huge fire beast.

"It seems it has no intention of communicating with us." Tian Siyao gripped the jade sword tightly, preparing for the impending battle.

Chen Ze also felt the pressure increase sharply, but he knew that this battle was inevitable.

He glanced at the Flame Demon beside him, then took a deep breath, preparing for the upcoming battle.

But to Chen Ze's surprise...

The battle did not last long.

The other party is just a boastful ghost.

In this mysterious village, Chen Ze and Tian Siyao felt as if they had stumbled into another world.

They walked along the narrow dirt road, the bamboo groves on both sides swaying gently in the breeze, as if performing some kind of strange dance.

"The atmosphere here is too eerie," Chen Ze said softly, holding the Yin-Yang Mirror and carefully observing the surrounding environment.

The light on the Yin-Yang Mirror was faint, indicating that there were no ghosts around that posed an immediate threat to them.

Tian Siyao gently took out the jade sword. Although there was no immediate threat, she did not dare to be careless.

“Really, I can feel that these ghosts are trapped in this place, and their aura is very strange.”

The ghosts in the village are indeed a unique sight, their figures lingering in every corner.

At the same time, they maintained a strange distance from Chen Ze and Tian Siyao, as if they were beings from another parallel world.

Suddenly, a ghost quietly approached them. This time, it seemed to have developed some interest in Chen Ze and Tian Siyao.

This ghost has the ability to shapeshift, instantly transforming from an invisible shadow into the appearance of a little girl.

Chen Ze stared nervously at the suddenly appearing ghost. He felt the multicolored pagoda trembling slightly in his arms, as if warning him of the impending danger.

Tian Siyao quickly recited the "Mind-Enlightening Mantra," and the jade sword immediately emitted a soft light, illuminating the surrounding environment.

"Who are you?" Chen Ze asked, his voice filled with wariness.

The little girl, who had been a ghost, shook her head, her eyes empty and lifeless: "We are here, you are there, but you have come to our world."

Chen Ze and Tian Siyao exchanged a glance, both feeling a strange sense of oppression.

At that moment, they realized that this village was not only geographically isolated, but also a spiritual barrier that was difficult to overcome.

“We’re here for no other reason than to find out what happened here.” Tian Siyao tried to communicate with the ghost, her voice revealing a gentle yet firm strength.

The little girl's image gradually became blurred, eventually returning to a hazy shadow.

"Then you should leave as soon as possible; this matter has nothing to do with you."

After saying that, she vanished into thin air like mist, as if she had never existed.

Chen Ze put away the Yin-Yang Mirror, glanced at the trembling Five-Colored Pagoda in his hand, and then turned to Tian Siyao and said, "It seems we are still far from the truth."

Tian Siyao silently sheathed her jade sword and sighed softly, "Yes, but at least now we know this place isn't so simple." Chen Ze's eyes were grave, and the atmosphere around him seemed to become oppressive as a result.

He slowly pulled out a jade slip, recited an ancient incantation, and instantly, flames burst forth from the jade slip, surrounding him and eventually coalescing into a raging, fiery demon.

The Flame Demon flickered with crimson flames, like an undead creature that had crossed over from hell.

"Are you calling me, Master?" The Flame Demon's voice was as restless as flames, yet it remained loyal.

“I need your power, Flame Demon. Something’s not right here, can you sense it?” Chen Ze’s gaze swept over the mysterious village, trying to find clues.

The Flame Demon surveyed its surroundings and then nodded.

"Indeed, the atmosphere here is rather strange."

It seems to be hiding some unspeakable secret.

Tian Siyao, standing beside him, held a jade sword, her expression also turning serious.

She softly chanted a spell, and the jade sword immediately emitted a bright green light, illuminating a small area around them.

"I also felt that this place was very unsafe."

We should proceed with caution.

Chen Ze glanced at Tian Siyao, then turned to the Flame Demon and said, "Use your flames to light the way ahead and see if you can find anything."

The Flame Demon remained silent for a moment, then ignited an even more intense flame.

The flames, like torches, gradually dispelled the darkness ahead, revealing a path paved with ancient stone slabs, flanked by dilapidated houses.

Just then, a mournful wail came from afar, sending chills down one's spine.

Tian Siyao gripped the jade sword tightly, staring at the unidentifiable source in the darkness, and gritted her teeth, saying, "What is that sound?"

"It's hard to say, but it's definitely not a good sign." Chen Ze frowned and said to the Flame Demon, "Get ready, we don't know what we're going to encounter."

The Flame Demon's flames burned even brighter, as if in response to the impending challenge.

Chen Ze suddenly realized that he hadn't used the Five-Colored Pagoda yet. This magical artifact could release light to repel evil spirits, and it might come in handy in the upcoming adventure.

He silently kept this thought to himself, while simultaneously increasing his vigilance against the Flame Demon and Tian Siyao.

"Whatever lies ahead, we must face it." Tian Siyao used the Gentle Breeze spell to enhance the brilliance of the Jade Sword, which also strengthened the team's confidence.

The three continued along the stone path, proceeding cautiously and prepared to face any unknown dangers.

Chen Ze gripped the multicolored pagoda tightly, feeling the blazing demon inside like a raging flame, ready to burst forth at any moment.

They had traversed most of the village, where an atmosphere, though subtle, was pervasive and chilling.

"Where do you think the Ghostly Demon is? I have a feeling that the Ghostly Demon has been completely sucked into the pagoda," Chen Ze asked, his gaze sweeping through the darkness like a sharp sword.

“It’s hard to say for sure, but demons of this level usually like to hide in dark, damp places,” the Flame Demon explained, his voice like burning embers, hot but offering no warmth.

With a gentle wave of her hand, Tian Siyao's jade sword transformed into a beam of azure light, illuminating an area in front of them.

Her lips moved slightly as she softly uttered the "Mind-Enlightening Mantra," bringing a sense of peace to everyone's hearts.

"The atmosphere here seems a little different," Tian Siyao suddenly said.

The Flame Demon's eyes seemed to see through everything. "Yes, we may be close to our target."

At that moment, they felt a chill rising from the ground, which could almost penetrate their clothes and touch their skin directly.

The Flame Demon's body gradually became blurred, as if it were about to merge with the cold air.

"This chill... is the power of the Netherworld Demon," the Flame Demon murmured, as if unwilling to cause any unnecessary commotion. (End of Chapter)