[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-immortality-cultivation-i-can-increase-my-stats-":3,"chapter-immortality-cultivation-i-can-increase-my-stats--immortality-cultivation-i-can-increase-my-stats--chapter-1457":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Immortality Cultivation: I Can increase My Stats Using Clansmen's Qi-Blood",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},1159439,1501,"Chapter 1455 - 715: The Uninhabited Ancient City?","immortality-cultivation-i-can-increase-my-stats--chapter-1457",1457,"\u003Cp>The mysterious figure smiled slightly, removing his hood to reveal a young and handsome face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wisdom sparkled in his eyes as if he could see through everything.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m just a loose cultivator, here to see if there’s any opportunity to be found.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mysterious figure’s words carried a calm confidence that piqued Luo Chen and Qing Shuang’s curiosity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They knew that someone who could move freely in such an underground world was no ordinary person.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You seem familiar with this place,\" Qing Shuang asked tentatively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Familiar? Perhaps.\" The mysterious figure replied nonchalantly, his gaze drifting over Luo Chen and Qing Shuang, as if assessing their abilities. \"But this place, even if familiar, is full of unknowns.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Chen looked around, seeing the ancient runes carved into the hall’s walls, seemingly telling a distant story. \"Do you recognize these runes?\" he asked, pointing at the patterns on the wall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mysterious figure glanced where Luo Chen pointed, a trace of approval flashing in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"These are the writings of the ancient swamp civilization, recording the past glories and secrets of this land.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qing Shuang’s heart stirred, recalling something from the \"Swamp Secret Book\" that seemed connected to these runes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Can you decipher these runes?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mysterious figure smiled slightly, not answering directly, but instead turned to the stone platform, gently brushing the spinning gemstones with his fingers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Deciphering these runes requires not just knowledge but also respect for this land.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Chen and Qing Shuang exchanged a glance, realizing that this mysterious figure might be more unfathomable than they had imagined.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Chen stepped forward, deciding to ask directly. \"Who are you, really? What’s your purpose here?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mysterious figure turned around, his gaze deep.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My name isn’t important. What’s important is that I’m here to find a legendary treasure, the ’Heart of Swamp’. \"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Heart of Swamp?\" Qing Shuang repeated the name, a surge of inexplicable excitement rising within her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The \"Swamp Secret Book\" seemed to mention this treasure, believed to be the source of the swamp’s power.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, the Heart of Swamp.\" The mysterious figure nodded, his voice carrying a hint of solemnity. \"It contains the purest power of this swamp, capable of granting its destined wielder unimaginable strength.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Chen and Qing Shuang felt a shock in their hearts, never expecting such an important secret to be hidden in this empty city.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They understood that the appearance of this mysterious figure might be a part of their destiny.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So, have you found it?\" Luo Chen asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mysterious figure shook his head, a trace of helplessness flickering in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not yet, this hall is merely an entrance to the ’Heart of Swamp’, the true test lies ahead.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qing Shuang’s heart stirred, recalling Ze Ling’s words in the cave earlier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ze Ling once said, only those with a pure spirit, great power, and exceptional wisdom can uncover the swamp’s secrets. Could it be that the ’Heart of Swamp’ has a test like this as well?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mysterious figure’s eyes flashed with a hint of admiration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’re right. The test of the ’Heart of Swamp’ is indeed a test of spirit, power, and wisdom. Only those who truly meet the criteria can gain its approval.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Chen and Qing Shuang exchanged another glance, understanding that this would be an unprecedented challenge.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But they also realized that only by passing such a test could they gain stronger power to better protect this swamp and everything they cherished.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mysterious figure looked at their determined eyes and smiled slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So, are you ready?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Chen and Qing Shuang nodded, their hearts filled with determination and anticipation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They knew the upcoming journey would be full of the unknown and danger, but they also believed that as long as they worked together, nothing was impossible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mysterious figure turned again, walking towards the stone platform, a rustic key appearing in his hand at some point.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He inserted the key into a groove in the center of the platform, turning it gently, and the entire hall began to quake once more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a rumbling sound, the ground in the center of the hall slowly cracked open, revealing a staircase leading underground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mysterious figure glanced back at Luo Chen and Qing Shuang before stepping confidently onto the staircase.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Chen and Qing Shuang followed closely, knowing that this was not just an adventure but a baptism of their spirits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They would face not only external tests but also deep challenges within themselves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As they descended step by step into the depths, the surrounding air grew increasingly damp, and the runes on the walls became more complex.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their hearts pounded, but their steps remained remarkably steady.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, they reached the end of the staircase, faced with a vast underground lake.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The lake’s waters were crystal clear, and at its center floated a Crystal Ball, \"Heart of Swamp,\" emitting a gentle glow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mysterious figure halted and turned to Luo Chen and Qing Shuang, saying, \"This is the ’Heart of Swamp’, prepare to take the test.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Chen and Qing Shuang took a deep breath, knowing this would be a test of their fate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They would face challenges not only of power but of wisdom and spirit as well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Step by step, they approached the lakeside, their hearts filled with anticipation and resolve.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They knew that regardless of the outcome, this would be an unforgettable experience, a journey of spiritual growth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Nervous?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Chen looked at Qing Shuang beside him and asked softly.\u003C\u002Fp>",919,"2026-06-03T12:44:46.061Z","2026-06-03T12:44:51.380Z",1,"novelbin.me","f8c04f87c76b01983f722dc7a75f450a5fb8ba6bc0b8a9baf3d7c53042d47ac1","immortality-cultivation-i-can-increase-my-stats--chapter-1458","immortality-cultivation-i-can-increase-my-stats--chapter-1456",2094,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fimmortality-cultivation-i-can-increase-my-stats--cover.jpg"]