Chosen One, how did I end up as the villain?

The bluestone corridor beneath our feet winds through the clouds.

Purple bamboo and orchids grow on both sides, and jade liquid seeps from the crevices of the rocks, dripping into springs, the sound of which is as melodious as playing a zither.

Looking further afield, it seems as if there are pavilions and towers above the clouds, with clusters of palaces and buildings, their eaves soaring up like phoenixes spreading their wings, and the tiles covered with five-colored glazed tiles, which is quite magnificent.

In addition, the clouds drift lazily and the breeze rustles gently, creating an ethereal and dreamlike atmosphere.

"Is this a dojo?"

Qin Huaiyu was somewhat surprised. Although he was still on the ground, it felt as if he were in a heavenly palace.

Such a spectacle is truly unimaginable.

The person who could have carved out this place must have been a giant in ancient times.

Ci Ning struggled to slide down, her eyes filled with shock.

"I never imagined that there would be such a blessed land in the ancient land, which is no less than the location of those great sects outside."

Qin Huaiyu rolled his eyes and said:

"What's the point of comparing them?"

No!

Ci Ning smiled sheepishly; the cultivation world today is truly no match for the ancient times.

That was an era of fierce competition, with cultivators everywhere. It's nothing like now, where it's rare to find even one in ten thousand. It wouldn't be an exaggeration to call it the end of the Dharma.

She sighed inwardly, and not wanting to dwell on it, changed the subject:

"Chi Mo slipped away quickly, where did he go?"

"They must have entered the palace ahead."

After Qin Huaiyu finished speaking, he immediately took out a brocade box from his clothes.

"Brother, we've entered the training ground."

As soon as the words were spoken, the brocade box automatically opened a crack. After waiting for a moment, no strange phenomena occurred, but a wisp of yin energy spread out.

The Nether Dragon revealed its form, its old eyes scanning the surroundings, and said:

"After all these years, I've finally made it in. I never imagined that my secluded valley would have such a magnificent temple. It's truly an eye-opener."

"Who is its master, that he possesses such power!"

"Let's go in and take a look; maybe we'll find the answer we're looking for."

After saying this, Qin Huaiyu headed straight for the palace, for to delay even a second longer would be disrespectful to the opportunity.

Since Chi Mo has already seized the initiative, if he obtains the treasure, then I will be in grave danger.

Besides, there are wolves behind us, and there's not enough meat to go around.

Upon seeing this, Youlong and Cining followed without saying a word.

The two men and one general quickly passed through the corridor and went straight into the central hall.

Four golden dragon pillars support the dome, with the words "cultivation" carved in the center as a background. In addition to this hall, there are several futons on the upper and lower floors, and two passageways on the left and right sides.

"Judging from this scene, this is a place for teaching. According to the layout, the left and right sides should be the martial arts arena and the alchemy room," Ci Ning analyzed.

Without hesitation, Qin Huaiyu and Youlong headed toward the so-called alchemy room on the right.

"Ha, these two do know what's important."

Ci Ning chuckled and followed.

Upon entering the passage, surprisingly there were no partitions, side halls, or so-called alchemy rooms.

They were greeted by a long, winding corridor.

"Tap tap..."

Footsteps made a sound on it, which was especially jarring in the silence.

"It seems you guessed wrong; the layout here is different from the outside world."

As Qin Huaiyu spoke, he looked around. The corridor had bends, and according to the direction, we should be going further in.

Judging from the outside, the pavilions and towers should be on the left. Did you choose the wrong one?

Moreover, no trace was found where they had passed, so it must have been along this route.

Ci Ning was very embarrassed and said:

"After all, there's a vast difference in time between ancient times and the present, so some discrepancies are to be expected!"

Are there some?

Qin Huaiyu really wanted to punch her, but wouldn't that waste time?

He was about to turn back.

"Shh"

Youlong suddenly made a silencing gesture.

"Listen, there's a noise up ahead!"

Forehead?

The two were taken aback, then quickly leaned in to listen carefully.

"Whoosh, whoosh"

There seemed to be the sound of water coming from the end.

"That seems to be a Taoist sect!" Ci Ning said.

Upon hearing this, Qin Huaiyu quickly ran to the end.

Indeed, there was a brown wooden door, without any carvings or openwork windows, which looked just like a wooden wall.

No wonder it gets ignored with its appearance like this.

He reached out and pushed it away, and a wave of cool air rushed towards him.

"This is……"

Qin Huaiyu's gaze suddenly sharpened.

The wooden beams and palaces were no longer in sight; wisps of smoke drifted across the sky, contrasting with a tranquil spring, its surface still and clear to the bottom, exceptionally bright.

However, there was a huge projection on the water's surface, with bared teeth and claws, resembling a strange creature with a crown.

Looking up, it was a giant tree, about the size of four or five people's arms, and several feet tall.

The tree has lush foliage and is quite unusual. Its oval leaves are black, like ink, and strange fruits grow on its branches. The fruits are fist-shaped, deep purple, and have a thin sheen, which is very mysterious.

"Such pure energy fluctuations, this is Yuan Power!" Ci Ning was overjoyed.

"Elemental power?" Qin Huaiyu asked, puzzled.

Youlong looked even more confused.

Ci Ning was very excited, and even her cheeks flushed with emotion.

"Yuan power is an energy that existed in ancient times. According to my master, this energy also exists in the world, but it is different from nightmare power. Yuan power is gentle and compliant, and it can also enhance cultivation. At the same time, it can also purify the negative energy in nightmare power, so that the cultivator will not be controlled by it."

Such energy existed in ancient times. No wonder the Nightmare World only exists in the present day. But why did the Yuan Power disappear?

Is it related to a major war, or is it about the reshaping of the energy system?

Qin Huaiyu was unaware that so little had been left about that era that they could only explore it slowly and couldn't rush it.

"And is there fruit in this pond?"

He could sense that the so-called Yuan Power emanated from these two things, and that the space contained it.

He could sense that the so-called Yuan Power emanated from these two things, and that the space contained it.

"That should be Yuanling Water and Ziyuan Fruit."

Before the two could ask any questions, Ci Ning continued:

"The Yuanling Water is said to be deep underground water that is nourished by Yuan energy year-round. This kind of water generally only exists deep underground and is extremely difficult to find. It is rumored that this water can not only help cultivation and purify negative influences, but also prolong life and nourish the soul. It is almost an all-powerful treasure!"

Upon hearing this, Youlong's eyes suddenly lit up. "Would that be of any use to me?"

"Of course, it will increase your soul power and enhance your strength!"

"What about the fruit?" Old Dragon asked anxiously.

Upon hearing this, Ci Ning looked longingly at him and said:

"The Purple Essence Fruit is an extraordinary treasure of heaven and earth, and the Purple Spirit Tree alone is already extinct and hard to find in the world."

This tree cannot grow unless it is in a place abundant with elemental energy. It is a spiritual root nurtured by heaven and earth, blooming every hundred years and bearing fruit every thousand years. The efficacy of its fruit is several times that of the elemental water!

Using water to nourish trees is truly a luxury!

Qin Huaiyu was tempted. This Purple Essence Fruit was definitely a treasure that cultivators dreamed of. Just one of them could cause people to fight tooth and nail for it.

Moreover, it would be of great use to me. Currently, my cultivation level is stuck at the early stage of the Divine Treasury realm. Although there are many spiritual herbs in the space, their improvement is limited. If I could obtain this fruit, my strength would definitely rise to another level.

Thinking of this, he saw a burning desire in his eyes.

"With such a treasure, what are we waiting for!"

The dragon couldn't wait to float towards the pool of water. "I'll try out this spiritual water first."

Upon seeing this, Ci Ning, who could no longer contain his desires, immediately followed.

One person and one soul quickly entered the water.

"It feels so good, so comfortable! It really works! Look, my soul has become more solid!" Youlong exclaimed excitedly.

"I can also feel my body being cleansed, and my previous restlessness being calmed down."

Ci Ning seemed to be enjoying herself, and soon, as if she had thought of something, she added:

"Just soaking it is such a waste!"

After saying that, she bent down, scooped up the water, and drank it down in one smooth motion.

Seeing this, Youlong followed suit, took a sip, and said:

"Brother, what are you waiting for? Come on over!"

Something's not right!

……