From a loser to an immortal sage

Chapter 230 The Secret Manual Tested Again: Xiao Yao's Fearless Challenge

A flash of golden light appeared in Elder Moyun's hand, and I felt my body become light and airy, as if I had been carried away from the Scripture Pavilion by an invisible force.

In an instant, everything around me became blurry, and when I opened my eyes again, I found myself in a strange and mysterious space.

A light mist shrouded the surroundings, obscuring everything in sight.

Beneath my feet lies a vast sea of ​​clouds, and looking up, several dazzling stars hang high in the sky, seemingly within reach.

A faint, ethereal aura permeated the air, refreshing the mind and spirit, yet subtly revealing an eerie atmosphere.

"Is this the special space?" I muttered to myself, gripping the immortal technique manual in my hand, feeling both curious and uneasy.

The surrounding environment made me feel a strange pressure, as if unknown dangers might be hidden in every corner.

I took a deep breath, trying to stay calm, and began to look around at my surroundings.

Just then, a familiar figure slowly emerged from the mist; it was none other than Master Ziyang.

His gaze was deep, and a cold smile played on his lips as he walked toward me.

I immediately became alert, my hands gripping the manual trembling slightly as I secretly channeled my spiritual energy to prepare for any unexpected situation.

"Xiao Yao, are you ready to face the real test?" Before Master Ziyang finished speaking, he suddenly quickened his pace, and in a flash, he rushed directly towards me.

"What?" I was startled. Before I could react, he was already in front of me.

A sharp palm strike suddenly came, and I instinctively dodged to the side, but I was still hit on the shoulder by the palm strike, and a sharp pain quickly spread along my shoulder.

“You…” I was burning with rage, gritting my teeth as I glared at Master Ziyang, my eyes flashing with fury.

Before I could even stand up straight, Master Ziyang had already taken a few steps back, a smug smile playing on his lips.

"As expected of Xiao Yao, her reaction is quite quick." Master Ziyang's words carried a hint of provocation. "However, this is just the beginning."

I endured the excruciating pain, took a deep breath, and stared at him with piercing eyes, my anger and determination instantly ignited.

Just then, a soft laugh came from not far away. I looked in the direction of the sound and saw Fairy Feiyu gracefully emerge from the mist, a haughty smile on her face.

"Xiao Yao, do you really think you can get your hands on this manual?" She smiled faintly, but her eyes revealed a hint of disdain. "Don't forget, you're not the only one here."

Before she finished speaking, she had already turned and left, leaving behind a series of light footsteps echoing in the air.

I bit my lower lip tightly, a strong sense of foreboding welling up inside me.

This test seems to be far more complex and dangerous than I imagined.

I clutched my aching shoulder; Master Ziyang's sudden attack had caught me completely off guard.

He actually dared to make a move during the test!

Anger surged in my chest, and I glared at him fiercely, only to find that he just sneered, as if everything was under his control.

At that moment, Fairy Feiyu's contemptuous voice rang out again, like a sharp thorn piercing my heart.

She actually spread rumors that I obtained the secret manual through improper means!

The surrounding fog seemed to thicken, making it hard for me to breathe.

Whispers came from all directions, like countless mosquitoes buzzing in my ears. I felt countless suspicious gazes falling on me like knives, stabbing me painfully.

Did she really use improper means?

"I don't think so. Xiao Yao has always worked very hard."

"Who knows? You can't see into someone's heart."

The discussions came like a tidal wave, overwhelming me.

Feeling wronged, angry, and helpless—a mix of emotions nearly drove me to the brink of collapse.

I clenched my teeth, trying hard to control myself and not cry.

I cannot give up; I must prove my innocence!

Just then, I felt a strange vibration under my feet, and before I could react, I felt a violent sense of weightlessness.

I looked down and saw that the sea of ​​clouds beneath my feet had turned into a huge vortex, spinning rapidly and sucking me down.

I was startled and quickly circulated my spiritual energy to try to stabilize myself, but found it was no use.

The power of this vortex was too great; I was like a fallen leaf, mercilessly swept into it.

"What's going on?" I exclaimed in surprise as my body began to fall uncontrollably.

The fog around me grew thicker and thicker, and I couldn't see anything clearly. All I could hear was the whistling wind in my ears.

Fear, like an invisible hand, gripped my throat tightly, making it hard for me to breathe.

"This is... a trap!" I finally realized that this must be a trap set by Ling Feng.

I cursed inwardly and struggled desperately, trying to escape this damned vortex.

However, no matter how hard I tried, I couldn't get rid of this powerful suction.

I feel like I'm trapped in a giant cage, unable to move.

Something dangerous seemed to be lurking in the surrounding fog, emanating a chilling aura that created a sense of oppression.

Suddenly, I felt a cold gaze fall on me, like being stared at by a venomous snake, which sent chills down my spine.

"Who is it?" I looked around warily, but found nothing.

A sinister voice came from the mist: "Heh heh, Xiao Yao, you can't escape..."

The eerie sound grew closer, and a figure gradually emerged from the mist—it was Youmeng.

A strange smile appeared on her lips as she formed a peculiar hand seal.

The surrounding fog suddenly surged up, forming a huge vortex that tightly enveloped me.

"This is... an illusion!" I was startled and immediately circulated my spiritual power to resist.

However, the power of this illusion was exceptionally strong, and my consciousness began to blur, with everything around me becoming distorted and deformed.

I could almost see myself losing the secret manual of immortal arts, being scorned by everyone, expelled from my sect, and ultimately ending up destitute and alone on the streets...

Those faces that once mocked and ridiculed me now appear even more ferocious, their laughter piercing my heart like sharp knives.

Despair surged into my heart like a tidal wave, engulfing me.

Everything around turned dark, and the oppressive atmosphere was suffocating.

I feel like I'm about to collapse, as if I've fallen into an endless abyss and can never climb out.

"Give up, Xiao Yao, you're destined to fail!" Youmeng's voice echoed in my ears, full of mockery and smugness.

Do not!

I can't give up!

I still have my dreams, and I still have my promises!

I clenched my teeth and desperately resisted the enchantment.

I remembered my master's teachings, Wen Chen's encouraging gaze, and the vows I had made.

I took a deep breath and transformed all the pain and despair into strength.

I silently recited the incantation from the immortal technique manual, and a powerful force surged from my body, dispelling the surrounding darkness.

My consciousness gradually returned, and the scene before me gradually returned to normal.

I saw Youmeng looking at me in shock, and the competitors around me were also stunned. They didn't expect that I could break free from the illusion.

I slowly stood up, my eyes resolute, and a confident smile appeared on my lips.

The magical manual in my hand emitted a faint golden light, as if responding to my determination.

"Do you think you can defeat me like this?" I looked around, my tone calm yet carrying a hint of authority. "Let me tell you, I, Xiao Yao, will never give up easily!"

Suddenly, I sensed a strange energy fluctuation emanating from the depths of space, and a realization flashed through my mind…

What's this?

The energy fluctuations grew stronger and stronger, as if something was about to break free from its cocoon.

A thought suddenly struck me: Could this be the key to the test?

I followed the direction from which the energy fluctuations came, and the surrounding mist gradually dissipated, revealing a hidden path that I had not noticed before.

The path winds and twists, leading to a cave that radiates golden light.

Without hesitation, I stepped onto the path, each step filled with anticipation and excitement.

The closer I got to the cave, the stronger the energy fluctuations became, and I felt my body filled with power.

Reaching the cave entrance, I took a deep breath and went inside.

The cave was resplendent in gold, with mysterious runes carved on the walls, and a huge golden sphere floating in the center, radiating dazzling light.

I instinctively felt that this was what I was looking for.

I reached out and gently touched the golden sphere.

A powerful surge of energy rushed into my body, and I felt as if my body was about to explode.

I quickly circulated my spiritual power to absorb this energy.

As energy continued to flow in, I felt my cultivation level rapidly improving, and the meridians in my body becoming wider. An unprecedented sense of power filled my entire body.

After an unknown amount of time, the influx of energy finally stopped.

I slowly opened my eyes, feeling as if I had been reborn, my whole body brimming with power.

I looked down at the immortal technique manual in my hand and found that it was also radiating an even more dazzling light, echoing the golden sphere.

I understand now. This golden sphere is the key to the test; it will help me better understand and master the profound mysteries within the immortal arts manual.

Overjoyed, I immediately opened the immortal technique manual and began to study it carefully.

When I emerged from the cave, my competitors were stunned. They hadn't expected that I would actually find the key to the test and successfully pass it.

I saw that Master Ziyang's face was ashen, while Fairy Feiyu looked unwilling.

I smiled slightly, feeling a great sense of accomplishment.

I know that from today onwards, my status in the library will be greatly elevated, and those who once looked down on me will now look at me with new respect.

Just when I thought the test was over and was about to leave, suddenly, an even more powerful energy fluctuation came from the depths of space. This energy fluctuation was much stronger than the previous one, carrying a suffocating pressure...

"What...what is this?!" I exclaimed in surprise.

A deep voice echoed through the space: "It seems the real test has only just begun..."