Cultivating immortality relies on spatial abilities; defying fate to become the protagonist.

Chapter 220

As we approached the summit, a chill swept over us, as if the surrounding air had frozen. The temperature plummeted, and the biting wind felt like countless sharp blades slicing through our skin, causing an piercing pain that sent shivers down our spines.

Suddenly, a gigantic ice unicorn slowly emerged from the snow. It stood majestically like an iceberg, crouching in the middle of the path that everyone was destined to take. Its cold and majestic gaze was fixed on the front, as if it were an insurmountable obstacle, firmly blocking their way.

The ice unicorn opened its massive mouth and continuously spewed out bursts of white, frigid air. This frigid air swept in like a torrent, freezing everything in its path.

Everyone instantly felt their bodies become incredibly heavy, and their movements became sluggish, as if they had been frozen in place.

Faced with such a crisis, Gu Shihan knew she had to stay calm and not panic. She took a deep breath and focused her mind to mobilize the fire elemental power within her body.

With a thought, raging flames rose from her body, quickly coalescing into a layer of intense protective light that enveloped her entirely.

This layer of light radiated intense heat, successfully resisting the invasion of the icy air exhaled by the Ice Qilin.

Meanwhile, the other companions also displayed their skills. Those with fire spirit roots were not to be outdone, mobilizing their own fire spirit power to condense sturdy fire shields in front of them; while those without fire spirit roots took out Crimson Sun Jade and held it in their hands, using the yang energy within the jade to warm themselves and resist the cold.

Seeing that a direct assault was futile, the group exchanged glances, nodded in unison, and then quickly dispersed, each looking for an opportunity to attack the Ice Qilin and try to lure it away.

Duan Siqi's figure flashed, silently circling behind the Ice Qilin like a ghost. She quickly formed hand seals and chanted incantations, and mysterious runes flew from her fingertips, weaving into a complex array in the air.

With a soft "hum", the formation took shape, transforming into an invisible net that enveloped the lower half of the ice unicorn, restricting some of its movements.

Taking advantage of the opportunity, Mo Yu suddenly leaped up, his long sword flashing with sharp sword energy as he slashed fiercely at the Ice Qilin, attempting to cleave through the solid ice and create a path.

Everyone understood that this ice unicorn was definitely guarding the Holy Spirit Water, and they couldn't harm it; the only option was to find another way.

Gu Shihan did not directly participate in the struggle with the Ice Qilin. Holding a magical artifact that shone with a bright light, she cautiously approached the Ice Qilin.

When she was close enough, she gently waved her magical artifact, releasing a soft and warm power. This power was like a spring breeze, gently soothing the Ice Qilin's restless heart.

After several rounds of fierce fighting and maneuvering, the originally frenzied Ice Qilin gradually calmed down.

It stopped spewing out cold air indiscriminately, and the hostility in its eyes gradually dissipated.

Gu Shihan felt a little relieved and was about to continue her efforts when the Ice Qilin did something she didn't expect. It slightly turned its body to make way for her.

"Thank you!" Gu Shihan smiled and reached out to touch the ice unicorn. The ice unicorn lowered its head and nuzzled against Gu Shihan's hand.

Overjoyed at the sight, the group quickened their pace and rushed forward. This was the easiest route for them, and they reached the summit in less than an hour.

Looking out, one sees a crystal-clear sacred spring nestled quietly in the center of the mountaintop. The spring water shimmers with a holy light, like a dazzling pearl set in this world of ice and snow.

The spring water seems to contain endless vitality, and just one glance at it can make you feel refreshed and relieve all your fatigue.

Filled with anticipation, the group slowly made their way toward the legendary, mysterious, and sacred spring.

Just as they reached out to take the clear, sweet spring water, suddenly, without warning, barriers shimmering with strange light rose around the sacred spring, abruptly separating them from it.

The once clear sky was instantly shrouded in thick, dark clouds, turning the sky gloomy and overcast.

Amidst deafening thunder and lightning streaking across the sky, a majestic voice boomed through the air like a great bell: "If you wish to obtain this sacred spring water, you must pass the final, arduous test!"

Upon hearing this voice, everyone's hearts jumped into their throats, and a look of tension involuntarily appeared on their faces.

What kind of trouble is this going to cause now? "I knew it wouldn't be that easy!" Duan Siqi muttered.

In a moment of stunned silence, everyone was surprised to find that glowing halos of magic circles had appeared beneath their feet, and these magic circles corresponded perfectly to each person present.

The authoritative voice rang out again: "You all need to confront the desires deep within your hearts alone, and uphold your original aspirations and perseverance. If you harbor delusions, you will be trapped here forever, unable to escape. Do you see the white bones beyond the sacred spring? Those are the remains of those who could not leave." Before the words were finished, an invisible pressure surged towards the crowd like a tidal wave.

Gu Shihan took a deep breath and resolutely stepped into the magic circle that belonged to him.

In an instant, the scene before him changed drastically, and a huge, straight stone staircase, seemingly reaching straight to the clouds, suddenly appeared before him. With each step forward, he entered a wondrous, dreamlike realm.

Fortunately, everyone had already activated their third eye beforehand, and they also had the power of their accumulated merits to protect them.

Therefore, although they were constantly adrift in the illusions, sometimes losing their way and sometimes encountering various temptations, they were always able to maintain a sliver of clarity in their hearts and clearly remember the mission they were carrying and the purpose of their journey.

And so, Gu Shihan gritted her teeth and struggled to climb the seemingly endless stone steps, one after another.

Time passed second by second, and he had long since lost count of how many obstacles he had overcome and how many perilous situations he had faced. With unwavering faith and tenacious perseverance, he never gave up on moving forward.

With a crisp cracking sound, the once indestructible barrier began to crumble and disintegrate into starlight that vanished into the air.

Gu Shihan was overjoyed. She had broken through the formation and escaped. Had she succeeded?
The majestic voice rang out again, "I have been here for ten thousand years, and finally someone has come and passed my test. Very well, each of you may only take nine taels and nine qian of holy spring water. Go and fetch the water!"

(End of this chapter)