Chapter 1053: Journey to the Stars

Xu Qing took a deep breath and stepped onto the road leading to the stars. Beneath his feet, the star map transformed into a sky-reaching path, as if guiding him forward.

He walked forward cautiously, and as he went, the surrounding scenery kept changing until he finally arrived in an entirely new world.

The sky here was filled with brilliantly shining stars, brighter and more dazzling than those he had seen in the palace. Beneath his feet lay a strange landscape, as if composed of some unknown substance.

"What place is this?" Xu Qing wondered, his heart full of doubt and curiosity, as he cautiously explored ahead.

At that moment, he saw a towering building ahead, radiating a sacred and solemn aura. Xu Qing felt a stir in his heart, realizing this might be the core of this world.

He quickened his pace toward it, and saw the building's great doors slowly open, from which a powerful energy surge burst forth, causing him to involuntarily halt his steps.

"What secrets does this place hide?" Xu Qing thought, his heart full of curiosity, as he cautiously stepped inside the building.

Inside, the interior was lavishly decorated, with countless glittering gems inlaid in the surrounding walls, emitting dazzling light. In the very center stood a towering statue, exuding an indescribable majesty.

Xu Qing walked forward carefully, and suddenly the statue's eyes lit up, emitting a blinding beam of light. He involuntarily stopped, seeing the light envelop the entire building, making him feel a powerful energy surge.

"This is......" Xu Qing thought, his heart filled with astonishment and awe—he had never witnessed such immense power.

At that moment, the statue slowly opened its lips and spoke in a booming voice: "Who dares intrude upon my divine domain?"

Xu Qing's heart jolted; he quickly knelt and bowed: "I am Xu Qing, a humble one. I did not mean to offend—I only wished to uncover this place's secrets."

The statue fell silent for a moment, then slowly spoke: "If so, I shall grant you an opportunity to explore the mysteries here. But remember—do not act rashly, otherwise the consequences

shall be self-inflicted."

After speaking, the statue closed its eyes once more, and the interior of the building returned to calm.

Xu Qing's heart filled with reverence; he rose carefully and began to observe the building closely. He decided to continue exploring this mysterious world, hoping to uncover more secrets.