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

Tian Siyao smiled and said to Wang Qun, "Mr. Wang Qun, we've also come here in search of clues to the 'Fox Tomb'."

Could you please tell us more about Xiangshui Mausoleum?

Wang Qun remained silent for a while. With trembling hands, he picked up the cup and took a sip of tea, as if recalling a painful past.

"Xiangshui Mausoleum is located inside Heitieshan Mountain, a rather dangerous and mysterious place."

Wang Qun picked up the pen and began to write down the message with trembling hands.

He listed for them the methods to bypass the mechanisms and the precautions needed to enter Xiangshui Mausoleum.

As he wrote, stroke by stroke, memories of the past welled up in his heart.

Tian Siyao, Qin Miyue, and Chen Ze waited quietly.

Silently listening to Wang Qun's half-indistinct and slightly melancholic narration, Tian Siyao took the paper and pen from him and focused intently on the information he was writing down.

A flood of knowledge about mechanisms and spells flashed through her mind.

She knew that to successfully unravel the mystery of the mechanisms in Xiang Shui's tomb, she had to carefully consider every detail.

While Wu Ling and the others waited quietly, Tian Siyao began to demonstrate her extensive knowledge and keen insight.

She sighed softly, placed the paper and pen on the table, and pointed to one of the lines of writing: "Anyone who wishes to enter Xiangshui Mausoleum must present blood as a reward."

"Blood...then what?" Chen Ze frowned. "What does that mean? Does it mean I have to use my own blood to trigger some kind of mechanism?"

Tian Siyao nodded. "Very likely."

"Based on my research on seals and mechanisms, ancient civilizations often inscribed their own vitality into treasures as a means of protection."

"If we are to break through this seal, we will probably need to use our own blood to activate a hidden mechanism."

Qin Miyue and Chen Ze exchanged a thoughtful glance, but they both knew that Tian Siyao's knowledge and intuitive experience were unparalleled.

In comparison, this idea, though risky, seems to be the only feasible method.

Wang Qun looked quietly at the three young people, a glimmer of hope reflected in his desolate and profound eyes.

He knew he could go no further, but he hoped these young people could overcome the obstacles and find the answer.

Tian Siyao stood up and took the lead in walking towards the valley outside the village.

Qin Miyue, Chen Ze, and the others followed closely behind.

They were filled with anticipation and prepared to meet the challenges to come.

As they reached the valley, a gentle breeze blew by, bringing a fresh and moist scent.

Nature exudes vitality, and in this peaceful and beautiful place, there seems to be no danger.

However, the Xiangshui Mausoleum is hidden at the foot of the mountain.

It was dark and mysterious there, enough to devour the courage of any careless traveler.

Tian Siyao and the others entered the cave without fear.

Inside the cave, Tian Siyao, Qin Miyue, and Chen Ze stepped into the mysterious darkness of Xiang Shui Mausoleum.

The surrounding air grew heavy, as if filled with an invisible threat.

They gradually entered a dense forest inside the tomb, surrounded by an ancient and mysterious atmosphere.

A faint light shone through the trees, dimly illuminating their path.

Tian Siyao stopped and suddenly noticed a pile of old photos scattered on the ground.

She bent down, picked up one of the photos, and stared blankly at the image in front of her.

"What is this?" Qin Miyue walked over and looked curiously at the photo in Tian Siyao's hand.

"It seems to be related to Xiang Shuiling."

Chen Ze joined them, holding several other photos in his hand.

Tian Siyao frowned; she recognized one of them—it was Xiang Shuiling himself.

These photographs depict Xiang Shuiling and a group called "Jueling Faction" plotting something. It is believed that the group placed a mechanism hidden inside the tomb that required blood to activate.

Looking at these photos, Tian Siyao began to have doubts.

Based on the previous clues and the information provided by Wang Qun, it seems that this task is not as simple as they imagined.

They began to doubt whether this so-called "Dig Ridge Faction" actually existed and questioned the motives behind Wang Qun.

"Perhaps we should double-check the authenticity of the clues."

Tian Siyao put the photo back in its place, her gaze falling on Qin Miyue and Chen Ze. "Do we have any other ways to verify the authenticity of Wang Qun's information and clues?"

"However, even if the information is false, we cannot give up."

Chen Ze gripped the hilt of his sword tightly. "We've already put in so much effort." Tian Siyao nodded. Although they had doubts about the clues, they were in Xiangshui Tomb and had no way out.

If there truly is a hidden mechanism that requires blood to activate, then they must risk trying it.

Tian Siyao frowned as she carefully examined the scene in the photo.

Those known as the "Dig Ridge Faction" are besieging Xiang Shuiling, and they are surrounded by black crows.

Even more strangely, she noticed a black object slowly crawling along the cliff.

Qin Miyue and Chen Ze also approached Tian Siyao, and they gradually discovered these details.

"What's going on?" Qin Miyue asked in a low voice. "How did those black crows and the black objects crawling on the cliff end up in the photo?"

A sense of unease began to rise in Tian Siyao's heart.

The Xiangshui Mausoleum was already mysterious enough, but now it has encountered such an inexplicable situation.

She looked around and became even more vigilant after sensing the invisible threat permeating the air.

"Perhaps the information provided by Wang Qun is incomplete."

Chen Ze lowered his voice and said, "There may also be other forces influencing us."

Tian Siyao nodded, realizing that the task was much more complicated than they had imagined.

Tian Siyao said, "We can't easily trust anyone."

"At this moment, we can only rely on ourselves."

Qin Miyue and Chen Ze both agreed, knowing that they needed to be more vigilant and cautious than ever before.

The atmosphere around them grew even heavier, as if an unseen force was enveloping them.

Just then, a flock of crows appeared in front of them.

Tian Siyao's heart raced as she sensed a powerful energy emanating from the black crow.

She quickly decided to use spells to affect them.

She closed her eyes and silently recited ancient and mysterious incantations.

Suddenly, the flock of black crows became disoriented and their flight paths became erratic.

Qin Miyue then used a spell for defense, enveloping herself and Chen Ze in a purple shield—one of her most proficient spells.

The shield can withstand attacks and reflect the force of the attacks back.

The mountain monkeys, upon seeing this, did not retreat but continued to attack them.

Chen Ze brandished his sword, his figure flashing as he swiftly attacked the mountain monkey horde.

He displayed his masterful swordsmanship, each strike landing precisely on the mountain monkeys, preventing them from getting any closer.

Tian Siyao, Qin Miyue, and Chen Ze worked together seamlessly to deal with these unexpected enemies.

They each showcased their strengths, demonstrating their individual abilities and teamwork.

After several rounds of fierce fighting, they defeated the mountain monkeys and the black crows, and peace was finally restored. (End of Chapter)