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

"Buzz—" A deep voice echoed in Chen Ze's mind.

The image of the colorful pagoda quietly emerged in his heart, emitting a faint but steady light.

Although no evil spirits appeared here, the light seemed to have a magical power that made his mind more peaceful.

Upon seeing this, Tian Siyao couldn't help but smile.

She quietly took out the Mingyu Huo from her hand, and with a gentle shake, a breeze blew by, making the dark and oppressive environment feel slightly more spacious.

"How are you feeling?" Tian Siyao asked gently and with concern.

"Much better, thank you." Chen Ze opened his eyes and looked at Tian Siyao with emotion.

At that moment, Chen Ze suddenly had a feeling that he had formed some kind of connection with this space.

He began to manipulate his thoughts according to the guidance in the mental cultivation method, trying to find a way out.

"This way!" Chen Ze suddenly opened his eyes wide and almost instinctively grabbed Tian Siyao's hand, running towards a hidden door on the left.

Tian Siyao didn't ask any more questions; she knew that trust was the most important thing right now.

She retrieved the bright jade pendant from her hand and followed closely behind.

Right behind them, the steward of the underground palace seemed bewildered!
They had no idea what Chen Ze and Tian Siyao were doing.
Although the butler's face could not be seen.

But the strange, back-and-forth pulling motion of his body indicates that he is filled with confusion and struggle.

Clearly, some people couldn't understand Chen Ze and Tian Siyao's behavior.

The two arrived at the hidden door. Chen Ze took a deep breath and channeled the power from the Five-Colored Pagoda. Instantly, a bright light shot out from above the hidden door, and the door slowly opened.

“Let’s go in. I have a feeling the exit is there,” Chen Ze said to Tian Siyao, his eyes filled with determination.

Tian Siyao nodded, took out the jade sword, and hovered it beside her, just in case.

The two held hands and walked together through the hidden door.

Behind them, the hidden door slowly closed.

But there was no fear on their faces, because they knew that as long as there was light in their hearts, darkness was not a problem.

At this moment, countless eyes were watching them, but Chen Ze and Tian Siyao were unaware.

They shared a single belief: no matter what difficulties and challenges lay ahead, as long as they believed in each other, everything could be overcome.

Inside the Five-Colored Tower, Chen Ze sensed a guiding force emanating from the Flame Demon.

He stood on a dazzling platform inside the tower, below which lay a colorful void, as if endless starlight flowed within it.

On this platform, Chen Ze felt a strong heat gradually gathering.

"This is..." Chen Ze frowned slightly, hesitated for a moment, and then decided to follow the guidance of this power.

As he took his first step, heat surged forth like a tide, and the atmosphere inside the colorful tower seemed to tremble slightly as a result.

It was this tremor that confirmed Chen Ze's belief that he was on the right track.

Upon reaching the other end of the platform, a huge flame suddenly ignited, transforming into a blurry human figure.

That was the Flame Demon. His presence was like a blazing fireball, but at this moment he appeared exceptionally gentle.

"This place feels somewhat welcoming to me," Flame Demon said, his voice filled with joy.

"What kind of affinity?" Chen Ze gripped the colorful pagoda tightly in his hand, his eyes resolute.

The Flame Demon paused, as if searching for the right words.

There are some things I think you need to know.

But first, I need your help.

"Oh?" A hint of curiosity flashed in Chen Ze's eyes, and at the same time he felt an unusual tension in the surrounding air.

"The energy inside the tower is unstable, and you need to use the power of the Five-Colored Tower to stabilize it. Only then can I tell you more information."

Of course, such instability isn't necessarily a bad thing for you.

Chen Ze nodded without asking any further questions.

He held the colorful pagoda up to his eyes and silently chanted a spell.

The tower instantly emitted a dazzling array of colors, which intertwined with the flames emitted by the Flame Demon.

At this moment, the entire colorful tower seemed to be shaking, but the frequency of the shaking became more and more stable.

Soon, a harmonious energy flowed within the tower, and the Flame Demon's body gradually became clearer.

"Alright, now you can speak." Chen Ze put down the Five-Colored Pagoda in his hand and looked at the Flame Demon.

"First of all, you need to know that the Five-Colored Pagoda in your hand is not an ordinary magical artifact; it holds a deeper secret." The Flame Demon's words sent a jolt through Chen Ze.

In this mysterious and tense atmosphere, the Flame Demon seemed ready to share some shocking facts, while Chen Ze listened with anticipation.

Just then, a strange movement suddenly came from inside the tower. A strong energy fluctuation alerted both Chen Ze and the Flame Ghost.

The two exchanged a glance, both seeing the tension and wariness in each other's eyes.

“It seems we need to solve this problem first,” said the Flame Demon.

Soon, the Flame Demon transformed into a streak of cold light and re-entered the Five-Colored Tower.

Along with him, a large amount of ghostly energy entered.

They rushed in.

This caused Chen Ze, who was holding the colorful pagoda, to sway twice.

Once Chen Ze regained his footing, he walked forward without hesitation.

Tian Siyao was also filled with emotion, and followed closely behind Chen Ze.

In this dark world, she could feel the powerful aura emanating from Chen Ze's back. That sense of security made her feel as if she were seeing a lighthouse, illuminating the way forward in the deep night sea.

"What do you think the situation ahead will be like?" Tian Siyao asked cautiously.

Chen Ze stopped and turned to look at her, his eyes shining as if trying to read her heart.

“I’m not sure, but we have to move forward.”

His words were like a war drum that boosted morale, filling people with strength.

Tian Siyao bit her lip and gripped the jade plate in her hand tightly. This was the magical artifact she had chosen to use today.

“Okay, let’s continue.” She tried to appear resolute.

The two began to move forward again, their feet sinking into the dark, unlit earth, surrounded by eerie darkness.

Tian Siyao could occasionally hear some low buzzing sounds and faint, eerie laughter from not far away. She guessed that those must be some kind of ghosts or monsters.

At this moment, Chen Ze suddenly stopped. He waved his hand, and the Five-Colored Tower flew out, instantly emitting a dazzling light in the air.

The low voices and sinister laughter vanished immediately.

“It seems they are unwilling to approach this light,” Chen Ze said, a hint of relief in his voice.

"Luckily, I had your Five-Colored Tower, otherwise I can't even imagine what would have happened," Tian Siyao said with emotion, looking at the light and feeling a little calmer.

"It's nothing, it's what I should do." Chen Ze smiled and put away his magic weapon. "Let's continue on our way, we don't have much time left."

The two quickened their pace, groping their way through the darkness.

Tian Siyao occasionally felt a strange sense of oppression, but whenever she felt it was becoming unbearable, she would see Chen Ze's resolute back, and that trust and reliance would help her regain her strength. (End of Chapter)