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

Soon after, a thick fog rolled in before us.

Even during the day, visibility is extremely limited.

Chen Ze carefully stepped on the unstable rocks and slowly moved forward.

Although we were unable to see the true face of the Fog Pole Earth Vein.

But this seemingly ordinary scenery, which contained endless mysteries, made Chen Ze even more curious.

Chen Ze carefully made his way through the fog, scanning his surroundings for clues to determine his direction.

Just as he was about to call out Zhaode's name, a figure appeared in the fog.

It was an old man with a full head of white hair, wearing a tattered robe.

Chen Ze approached the old man: "Hello, Mr. Zhaode, I was looking for you earlier."

Zhao De stared intently at Chen Ze, his eyes revealing a sense of confusion and bewilderment.

After a moment, Zhaode stretched out a trembling hand: "You...you know nothing? Who are you? I know nothing..."

Chen Ze was stunned.

This simple questioning process made him suddenly understand something.

Zhaode seems not to understand the crisis and conspiracy in his situation.

Chen Ze pondered carefully, "Did someone come to see you before? What did they say to you?"

He spoke slowly, trying to avoid making Zhaode nervous or confused.

A flicker of pain and frustration crossed Zhao De's face, and he clenched his fists tightly.

After a long silence, he sighed, "I can't say any more..."

Zhao De seemed to have been touched by a deep memory in his heart, and his expression became complicated.

"Lingyan Drill..."

Chen Ze was taken aback. He knew that this was a special tool that could break the barrier inside the Fog Extreme Earth Vein.

It is made from a rock infused with mysterious herbs and special energy.

This type of rock can only be found within the Fog Polar Earth Vein.

Chen Ze then cautiously asked, "How can I obtain this magical rock?"

Zhaode indeed refused to say anything more.

Seeing that he didn't speak, Chen Ze couldn't help but ask, "Old man, this is also very important to Lotus Village. Please tell me."

Zhao De seemed to clear his head for a moment, and he said solemnly, "You can only obtain this rock by completing an ancient and dangerous test."

"The test requires you to find a giant stone altar in the Fog Extreme Earth Vein and then solve the puzzles and mechanisms inside."

Chen Ze then asked, "Where is the altar? How can I find it?"

A hint of sadness flashed in Zhaode's eyes. "I can't tell you anymore. I've already said too much..."

He clutched his head, his jaw throbbing. "Get away from them, don't let them find you..."

Chen Ze realized that Zhaode had fallen into chaos again, and he felt a pang of regret.

Zhao De may have once possessed crucial clues, but now he can no longer offer any further assistance.

"Thank you." Chen Ze nodded respectfully to Zhao De.

Tian Siyao, Qin Miyue, and Chen Ze returned to the residence of everyone in Lotus Village.

This is a simple yet spacious wooden cabin, furnished with a few makeshift beds and a large table made from a tree trunk.

The three entered the cabin, closed the door, and sat at the table in silence.

They all realized the significance of the news of the theft of the Cloud Altar and the danger it implied.

Tian Siyao began to seriously consider this question.

Afterwards, Chen Ze also shared the news he had heard from Zhao De.

After thinking about it all night, Tian Siyao calmly said, "It seems that returning to the Duoyun Sacred Altar to investigate again is our only option."

Qin Miyue nodded. "I agree." Chen Ze frowned and thought for a moment. "But the problem is that we lack the right tools to deal with the potential difficulties."

Tian Siyao immediately replied, "I am skilled in incantations and symbol interpretation. Perhaps I can find some clues around the altar to offer assistance."

Qin Miyue nodded in approval, saying, "Siyao's idea is excellent."

"With your extensive knowledge and keen insight, we're sure to find even more clues."

Chen Ze looked at the two of them seriously, "Shall we set off now?"

Qin Miyue thought for a moment, "Not yet, we need to wait for the right time."

“If we enter the altar now and encounter danger, without the proper tools to solve the problem, we will be courting death.”

"We must wait until we are prepared before we take action."

Early the next morning, Tian Siyao, Qin Miyue, and Chen Ze went to the village chief Guiyue's house.

They desperately wanted the village chief's support and help.

Birds sang merrily on the fruit-laden trees in front of the wooden house.

The early spring sunshine shone on the lush green yard, making it feel especially warm.

The three of them entered Guiyue's house, where she happened to be in the yard.

She raised her head and looked at Tian Siyao and the others with gentle eyes.

"Good morning, village chief." Tian Siyao greeted him with a slight smile.

Guiyue put down her book and stood up. "I've heard about what happened yesterday. What are you going to do?"

Qin Miyue: "Village Chief, please trust us."

"We have decided to return to the Duoyun Shrine to investigate and hope to find the stolen items."

The village chief was silent for a moment, his gaze still gentle: "I understand your determination to pursue the truth."

"But you must understand that it is a dangerous place, especially now that the altar has fallen."

Tian Siyao said, "We will never sit idly by. The disappearance of the altar is extremely important to us, and according to what we know, there are already some clues pointing to the real culprit."

Qin Miyue added, "We are confident that we can provide assistance and answer some mysteries, please trust us."

Guiyue looked at the three young people with a hint of relief in her eyes: "You are all people who dare to pursue the truth and the light."

"I will support your action plan."

"In that case, do you need any other tools or assistance?"

Chen Ze immediately put his quick wit to use: "Village chief, we do indeed lack the right tools to deal with the potential difficulties."

"Could you provide us with some tools?"

Guiyue pondered for a moment, "I might not have any particularly suitable jobs here."

"But I know that there is a dilapidated and almost deserted Fairy Mountain Range south of Lotus Village."

"I heard there's a Taoist temple that's been abandoned for many years at the foot of the mountain. Maybe there'll be some information about incantations and mechanisms in the library inside."

Qin Miyue's eyes lit up immediately upon hearing this: "Thank you for the information, Village Chief."

"We will definitely go and check it out; perhaps we can find something useful to us."

Tian Siyao nodded excitedly: "This will be a key point for us to find clues and unravel the truth."

After expressing their gratitude, the three turned and left the cabin.

Tian Siyao, Qin Miyue, and Chen Ze arrived at the Fairy Mountain Range south of Lotus Village in high spirits.

They traversed the hills and rocks, which were of varying heights and shapes, and walked along the forest paths.

Soon, they arrived at the foot of the Immortal Mountain Range.

Before me lay the Taoist temple, abandoned for many years and covered in moss.

The verdant peaks of the Immortal Mountain Range contrasted sharply with this desolate yet mysterious Taoist temple. (End of Chapter)