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

Tian Siyao focused her attention again and tried to control the mechanism.

Finally, with her insistence, the mechanism slowly started to operate.

The red threads seemed to awaken, slowly tightening around the evil spirits' bodies. Chen Ze and Tian Siyao quickly escaped the dark hall and arrived at a safe corner outside the ancient tomb.

Qin Miyue anxiously looked around, making sure no other evil spirits were following them. Chen Ze sat wearily on a rock, blood gradually staining his sword. His injuries made him lower his head slightly, feeling unbearable pain.

Seeing Chen Ze's injured appearance, Tian Siyao immediately put away her previously tense expression.

She walked briskly to Chen Ze's side: "Let me treat you."

Qin Miyue stared intently at Tian Siyao's focused gaze and gestures.

It was as if she could use this focused power to bring comfort and healing to Chen Ze.

Tian Siyao slowly raised her hand, and a condensed light emanated from her palm.

She gently touched the wounds on Chen Ze's face.

The light slowly seeped into Chen Ze's skin, as if an invisible ripple was nourishing his body.

Tian Siyao closed her eyes and focused intently on casting her spell.

A peaceful and serene atmosphere permeated the space around her.

Qin Miyue watched Chen Ze's breathing gradually calm down, and the worry on her face gradually disappeared.

"The injury shouldn't have too much of an impact on you."

Tian Siyao slowly withdrew her hand: "But you still need to rest well." Chen Ze felt the comfortable sensation of healing energy flowing through his body and couldn't help but smile: "Thank you, Tian Siyao."

"Don't mention it." Tian Siyao gently shook her head. She put away the sacred feeling after the healing spell and returned to her usual cheerful and lively self.

Now that the surrounding vigilance had dissipated, Qin Miyue came over and asked Chen Ze with concern if he had any other injuries.

"It's nothing," Chen Ze waved his hand. "This little injury is nothing."

Qin Miyue breathed a sigh of relief and felt at ease.

She scanned her surroundings to make sure no other evil spirits were following them.

Qin Miyue said seriously, "Since no other ghosts are tracking us, the exit should be nearby."

Tian Siyao nodded. She had noticed a side path near the entrance of the ancient tomb, which might lead them away from this gloomy and terrifying place.

So the three of them embarked on a new journey to find a way out.

Soon after, they arrived at a dilapidated ancient village.

The village was surrounded by desolation and desolation, exuding a heavy atmosphere of death.

The villagers looked wary and hostile when they saw strangers entering the village.

Tian Siyao was secretly on guard, but she did not lower her head.

She gazed at everything around her. What was happening in this desolate and silent place where the reclining Buddha was?
"Who are you?" an elderly villager asked.

He stared coldly at Tian Siyao and the others, saying, "Strangers are not welcome here."

Chen Ze gripped the sword hilt tightly. Although there was still some blood on his body, his mental state had improved considerably.

He tried to appear friendly: "We're just passing through, we mean no harm." The older villager glanced at them: "Strangers always bring trouble. I told you, strangers aren't welcome here!"

At this moment, Guiyue, the village chief, appeared in the crowd. She looked thoughtful when she saw Tian Siyao and the others. The three walked into the square of Lianhua Village and saw a villager standing haphazardly pulling weeds on a wide, flat open space.

He was filthy and looked around anxiously, as if he were worried about something important.

Tian Siyao stared intently at the villager. Her keen insight told her that this ancient village was not as peaceful as it appeared on the surface.

The villagers looked nervous and were unwilling to answer their questions, as if they were hiding something.

Qin Miyue also sensed the oppressive and chaotic atmosphere. She looked at Guiyue, trying to find some answers in her face.

Guiyue stood in the middle of the crowd, smiling as she welcomed the three of them, trying her best to conceal her hostility.

"Welcome to Lotus Village."

Guiyue said, "It seems you really need lotus grass."

Tian Siyao nodded: "Yes, do you know of any places nearby where lotus grass grows?"

Although Tian Siyao's voice was gentle and friendly, her gaze remained sharp and alert.

Guiyue smiled and replied, "Lotus grass only grows in the nearby mountains. I can lead you to collect it."

Chen Ze looked around and saw that the villagers were mostly hostile towards them.

He had mixed feelings, feeling out of place in this unfamiliar village.

He looked at the villager who was pulling weeds, hoping to find some clue on his face.

Guiyue noticed Chen Ze's suspicious gaze and sighed softly.

She knew that the villagers were wary of strangers.

This has been the only way to protect the village's safety for many years.

Guiyue broke the silence, "But did you come here just to collect lotus grass?" Tian Siyao looked at Guiyue with a smile, "We came to find lotus grass to rescue our injured team members."

Qin Miyue continued, "We've heard that lotus grass has healing properties, and we hope to use it to cure him."

When the beautiful woman saw Chen Ze approaching, she immediately put down her knife and fork and looked up at him.

Upon seeing Chen Ze's appearance, the beautiful woman was initially startled, but then her expression brightened with delight. She smiled and said, "Sir, is there anything I can help you with?"

"Hello, my name is Chen Ze. Are you also staying at this hotel?" Chen Ze greeted him with a friendly smile.

"Hello, my name is Lin Wanqing," the beautiful woman replied with a smile.

"Lin Wanqing, a good name, I'll remember it," Chen Ze praised.

Lin Wanqing smiled and asked softly, "Mr. Chen Ze, are you also here for the art exhibition?"

"An art exhibition?"

Chen Ze was taken aback for a moment, then smiled and said, "I heard that this art exhibition is a rare and grand event, so of course I can't miss it."

Chen Ze didn't know anything about the art exhibition, but since the other party asked, it wasn't a problem for him to strike up a conversation.

A glint of admiration flashed in Lin Wanqing's eyes as she exclaimed, "Mr. Chen Ze is indeed a man of refined taste. Young talents like you are rare these days."

"Hehe, Miss Lin, you flatter me. I'm just an ordinary person," Chen Ze said modestly with a smile.

Lin Wanqing smiled and said, "Mr. Chen Ze, please don't be modest. Meeting you here means we are destined to meet. Why don't we have breakfast together?"

“Yes, it would be my honor to have breakfast with Miss Lin.” Chen Ze nodded in agreement.

Lin Wanqing smiled slightly, beckoned the waiter over, and ordered some more food.

The two enjoyed their meal and chatted idly, creating a very pleasant atmosphere.

Suddenly, Chen Ze noticed a jade bracelet on Lin Wanqing's wrist. It was crystal clear, emerald green, and very beautiful.

"Miss Lin, the jade bracelet you're wearing on your wrist is really beautiful. Is it a family heirloom?" Chen Ze couldn't help but ask.

Lin Wanqing was slightly taken aback, then chuckled and said, "Mr. Chen Ze has a good eye. This jade bracelet is indeed not an ordinary item; it has a history."

"Oh?" Chen Ze asked with interest, "I'd like to hear the details." (End of Chapter)