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

As they descended deeper underground, the temperature plummeted, as if they had entered another world.

Tian Siyao, Qin Miyue, and Chen Ze returned to the surface from underground.

This is where they are about to embark on new adventures and discoveries.

Their experience in the Hall of Echoes filled them with a thirst for the unknown and also boosted their confidence.

"We're back!" Tian Siyao said excitedly.

Let's continue to unravel the mystery of this ancient monarch's background and historical significance!

Qin Miyue nodded. "That's right. We grew up on this land and know it very well."

"There should be progress in exploring these hidden mechanisms and symbols."

Just as the three were discussing their next course of action, Dr. Liu rushed over.

"You're back!" Dr. Liu exclaimed. "I just obtained some important information about an ancient kingdom in the Western Regions."

"I decided to stay and continue to uncover its secrets."

Tian Siyao, Qin Miyue, and Chen Ze all looked at Dr. Liu in surprise, knowing full well Dr. Liu's curiosity and thirst for knowledge.

"Doctor, are you really going to stay? We still need your help," Qin Miyue said with regret.

Dr. Liu smiled and said, "Don't worry, I will explore the ancient kingdoms of the Western Regions carefully."

"There are endless discoveries waiting for me here." Tian Siyao, Qin Miyue, and Chen Ze arrived at Lianhu Village, only to find that they were lost.

Looking around, a village woman walked towards me from a distance.

"Excuse me, ma'am, where are we?" Tian Siyao asked politely.

The village woman smiled and said, "You must be from out of town."

"This is the Qingyun Mountains, where it's easy to get lost. Where are you headed? Perhaps I can help you."

Tian Siyao, Qin Miyue, and Chen Ze looked at each other, and then Chen Ze said, "We want to explore the nearby ancient tombs, but we're not very familiar with this area."

The village woman nodded. "There is a sacred place called Xiasheng Temple, which is a temple near Lianhu Village."

"I heard that there is magical power there, which attracts many people to go there to worship and seek protection."

Tian Siyao, Qin Miyue, and Chen Ze were filled with curiosity about Xiasheng Temple.

"Could you tell us the specific directions?" Qin Miyue asked.

The village woman pointed ahead and said, "Just keep walking along this path and you will see Xiasheng Temple."

"Let me draw you a simple diagram."

Tian Siyao, Qin Miyue, and Chen Ze gratefully accepted the help from the village women. "Thank you so much. Without your guidance, we might not have been able to find this sacred place," Tian Siyao said sincerely.

"Don't mention it," the village woman said with a smile.

Tian Siyao, Qin Miyue, and Chen Ze exchanged glances and decided to go to Xiasheng Temple to investigate its secrets.

They continued along the mountain path. The three of them continued walking along the path and soon came to a secluded valley.

In the valley, an elderly woman was bending down to tend to the flowers and plants.

Tian Siyao stepped forward and asked with a smile, "Excuse me, are you Grandma Lin? We are here to look for Xiaguang Temple."

Grandma Lin raised her head and looked at Tian Siyao, Qin Miyue, and Chen Ze.

She corrected, "Excuse me, I misheard you. You should be looking for Xiasheng Temple."

Qin Miyue asked, somewhat puzzled, "What's the difference between Xiaguang Temple and Xiasheng Temple?"

Grandma Lin patiently explained, "Although these two places have similar names, they are actually two different places."

"Xiasheng Temple is located deep in Qingyun Valley, and it is said to possess endless spiritual energy and mysterious power."

“Xiaguang Temple is another temple, quite far from here.” After hearing Grandma Lin’s explanation, Chen Ze frowned slightly. “Xiaguang Temple seems very mysterious. Grandma Lin, do you know exactly where Xiaguang Temple is?”

Grandma Lin pondered for a moment, then pointed deep into the valley and said, "To get to Xiasheng Temple, you have to keep going forward, through this dense forest, and then into an ancient bamboo grove..."

"At the end of the bamboo forest, there is a stone bridge. After crossing the stone bridge, you can see Xiasheng Temple."

Tian Siyao, Qin Miyue, and Chen Ze listened with great interest, looking expectantly into the depths of the valley. "Thank you for your guidance, Grandma Lin. We will go to find Xiasheng Temple as you said."

Grandma Lin nodded with a smile.

The three expressed their gratitude to Grandma Lin again and then turned to head to Xiasheng Temple.

They continued along the valley, traversing through the dense forest.

The three finally arrived at the bottom of Qingyun Valley, where Xiasheng Temple appeared before them.

This ancient temple is nestled deep in a valley and surrounded by five hills of different shapes.

Sunlight filtered through the thick foliage, casting shadows on the ground and illuminating a mysterious and solemn atmosphere.

Tian Siyao, Qin Miyue, and Chen Ze sensed a powerful but imperceptible force, as if it were hidden in this valley.

They stared intently at the temple, their hearts filled with curiosity and longing for the unknown.

"This place looks so mysterious and awe-inspiring," Tian Siyao murmured to herself.

"Indeed, this Kasumi-ji Temple must contain immense power and many secrets."

"We must be careful and not be careless," Qin Miyue warned alertly.

Chen Ze frowned silently; he could sense subtle changes in the surrounding environment.

After discussing it, the three decided to enter Xiasheng Temple through the bamboo forest.

They carefully made their way through the dense bamboo forest, stepping on the resilient bamboo leaves, trying to avoid making any noise.

"It's so quiet here," Tian Siyao remarked.

Qin Miyue nodded and withdrew her magical power.

So that powerful magical energy can be released at any time.

Finally, the three of them reached the end of the bamboo forest, where an ancient and exquisite stone bridge appeared before them.

This stone bridge connects two mountain peaks and appears to be the only passage to Xiasheng Temple.

Chen Ze gripped the hilt of his sword tightly, gazing at the seemingly ordinary yet mysterious stone bridge before him.

"Based on the legendary descriptions of the sacred site, this stone bridge may be the key to our access to Kasugai-ji Temple."

Tian Siyao carefully observed the silent stone bridge, her eyes sparkling with excitement.

She walked to the stone bridge and glanced around at her surroundings.

The tranquility of the valley made her feel exceptionally peaceful, but deep inside, she felt an irrepressible excitement.

She approached a Buddha statue and carefully examined the murals behind it.

The patterns painted on the murals are complex and exquisite, as if they contain ancient and mysterious secrets.

Tian Siyao pondered the meaning of each symbol and line, hoping to find a breakthrough.

Suddenly, Tian Siyao noticed a faint and subtle change in the symbol on the mural.

A thought struck her, and she immediately reached out and stroked the location of the symbol.

Immediately, the mural emitted a faint but crisp sound.

Qin Miyue immediately became alert and quickly set up a protective barrier to ensure everyone's safety.

Tian Siyao took her first step towards Xiasheng Temple, softly reciting the secret words indicated by the symbols on the murals. (End of Chapter)