Chapter 250: Happy Life

Energy fluctuations in the distance were violent, the meteorite barrier shook violently, and everyone's faces changed dramatically.

Could it be…… we failed?

Kelinda tightly grasped Zhang Cheng's hand, her knuckles whitening.

The mysterious Elf also ceased its energy output, weakly slumping to the ground, eyes full of despair.

The Blue Star Guardian gripped their weapon tighter, preparing for the final showdown.

Just when everyone thought the situation was dire, two figures shot out from the center of the energy fluctuations and landed steadily before them.

It was Xingji Xiake and Guangming Shizhe!

Although they looked a bit disheveled, both wore victorious smiles.

"Success!"

Xingji Xiake raised both arms and shouted excitedly.

The surrounding Xingyun beasts seemed to lose control, began to wander aimlessly, and then gradually dispersed.

The oppressive atmosphere vanished, replaced by the joy of surviving the ordeal.

"The energy core has been completely destroyed by us; these Xingyun beasts have lost their energy source and will soon dissipate."

Guangming Shizhe added, his tone carrying a hint of fatigue but more relief.

Kelinda's protective shield also disappeared, and she excitedly embraced Zhang Cheng,

"Great, we survived!"

Zhang Cheng gently patted Kelinda's back, and a great weight finally lifted from his heart.

He looked around and saw the mysterious Elf curiously observing him, while the Blue Star Guardian also cast him an approving glance.

Xingji Xiake walked up to Zhang Cheng and bowed with clasped fists, saying:

"This time we owe it to your excellent command; otherwise we would have……"

"Not at all, it's the result of everyone's joint effort."

Zhang Cheng's humble response, yet a surge of pride welled up inside him.

Just then, the mysterious Elf suddenly spoke,

"You are very special……"

She didn't finish her sentence, instead turning her gaze to the distance, her eyes hinting at a barely perceptible worry.

The joy of having survived the ordeal permeated the Xingyun, and everyone relaxed.

Xingji Xiake's gesture of clasped fists, born of sincere admiration, gave Zhang Cheng an unprecedented sense of achievement.

The admiring gazes of those around him fell like warm sunlight on him, dispelling the previous tension and pressure.

He straightened his posture, and an unconscious confident smile curled at the corner of his mouth.

Kelinda walked toward Zhang Cheng with graceful steps, her eyes flowing with tenderness; she lightly hooked her arm around his, like a clinging vine twining around a tall tree.

She gazed at Zhang Cheng, her eyes full of admiration and love, as if the whole world had shrunk to just him.

Zhang Cheng felt the gentleness of her arm, caught the faint fragrance on her, and a sweet warmth surged in his heart.

"Zhang Cheng, you're amazing!"

Kelinda's voice was soft and sweet, like heavenly music echoing in Zhang Cheng's ears.

"I merely did what I was supposed to do."

Zhang Cheng's humble reply, yet the light in his eyes could not hide his inner joy.

The Blue Star Guardian walked up to Zhang Cheng, patted his shoulder, and praised him:

"Young man, you've done well; Lan Xing is proud of you!"

Even the usually silent Guangming Shizhe rarely spoke up to praise:

"Your command and judgment are admirable."

While everyone was immersed in the joy of victory, the mysterious Elf's gaze remained fixed on the distance, eyes hinting at a barely perceptible worry.

She slowly walked into the midst of the crowd and said,

"Although we have temporarily escaped danger, this is only the beginning……"

She paused, her gaze sweeping over everyone, finally settling on Zhang Cheng,

"There are many secrets within the Xingyun unknown to us……"

The mysterious Elf's voice was soft and ethereal, like wind blowing over stardust, carrying a hint of ancient flavor.

"This Xingyun is not as tranquil as it appears; it nurtures strange life and hides countless dangers."

Her slender finger pointed to the distance—a cluster of stars shimmering with a faint blue light.

"That place is the core of the Xingyun; it is said to contain the most primal power in the universe, yet it is also fraught with unknown dangers."

Everyone gathered in a circle amidst the glittering stardust, listening curiously.

Xingji Xiake stroked his chin and laughed heartily,

"That sounds exciting! If we get the chance, we must go see it!"

Guangming Shizhe gave a slight nod, golden light flowing over his body,

"We need to stay vigilant; this power could become the key to our fight against the Blood Night Demon Family, but it could also bring greater disaster."

Kelinda leaned against Zhang Cheng, looking at him worriedly,

"We must be careful."

Zhang Cheng gently patted the back of her hand, giving her a reassuring look,

"Don't worry, I will protect you."

The Blue Star Guardian furrowed their brow, breaking this brief tranquility.

"Although we are safe for now, the resources within the Xingyun seem to be dwindling."

His gaze swept over the crowd,

We must allocate reasonably, only then can we sustain until we leave here.

His words caused a small commotion.

Xingji Xiake scratched their head,

"Resources are decreasing? No way, this nebula is so huge……"

Guangming Shizhe also noticed the energy fluctuations gradually weakening,

"Indeed, I feel the power of light also gradually waning."

"We must find a new energy supply point."

Blue Star Guardian spoke firmly, but some minor disputes had already begun to spread among the crowd.

Some suggested first meeting the wounded's needs, while others believed they should prioritize safeguarding members with strong combat ability.

The atmosphere gradually grew tense.

Just as everyone was arguing nonstop, Zhang Cheng suddenly sensed some strange energy fluctuations around him; he sprang to his feet, his gaze vigilantly scanning the surroundings……

Silence!

Zhang Cheng sprang to his feet, an inexplicable chill crawling up his spine.

The sparkling stardust around seemed to dim somewhat, and an indescribable oppressive feeling permeated the air.

He vigilantly scanned the surroundings, his deep eyes seeming to pierce the nebula's mist.

Silence!

His low voice, carrying a barely perceptible tremor, was enough to make everyone stop arguing.

Kelinda was the first to react, she anxiously grabbed Zhang Cheng's arm,

"What's wrong, Zhang Cheng?"

Zhang Cheng did not answer immediately; he closed his eyes, focusing more intently on sensing the energy fluctuations around him.

It was a subtle and eerie fluctuation, like a beast lurking in the dark, slowly approaching.

Blue Star Guardian also sensed the anomaly, he walked over to Zhang Cheng's side and asked in a low voice:

"What do you feel?"

Zhang Cheng took a deep breath, opened his eyes, his gaze filled with solemnity.

"A strange energy fluctuation, right near us."

His words were like a stone tossed into a calm lake, instantly stirring ripples.

Xingji Xiake instantly drew the light sword on their back, vigilantly scanning the surroundings,

"Where is it? Let me slash it!"

Guangming Shizhe also released a blinding golden light, illuminating the surrounding stardust,

"I also feel it; this energy… is very unfamiliar."

The mysterious Elf gently floated to Zhang Cheng's side, her slender fingers tracing the air, sensing the lingering energy traces.

"This energy… seems not to belong to this nebula."

Her voice was soft and ethereal, yet carried a hint of unease that could not be concealed.

Everyone began searching everywhere, but found nothing. The stardust still sparkled, the nebula remained calm, as if the earlier anomaly had merely been an illusion.

"Could it be that you're too nervous, Zhang Cheng?"

Xingji Xiake put away their light sword, scratching their head in some doubt.

Zhang Cheng shook his head, he was certain his earlier sensation was not an illusion.

"No, I……"

He hadn't finished speaking when suddenly a huge black shadow appeared in the distant stardust, slowly approaching them…… Kelinda gasped and grabbed Zhang Cheng's hand tightly,

"What is that?!"